Ep-33: Canine-Training 101 ft. Shweta Mallapur on UNSETTLING By Amrita Sukumar

The UNSETTLING Podcast

Episode 33 is a conversation with Shweta Mallapur who is a Canine Trainer. We talk about her transition from advertising to Canine training, the factors to keep in mind while choosing a pet, and the various types of training that is provided to a canine. We also cover bases such as fear of dogs, understanding their language, and how to deal with them, and also how to stay calm in a situation when you are being chased by dogs!

Shweta Mallapur is a disciple of Human and Canine psychology. She has dual post-graduation in Advertising and communications with Media and entertainment. She started her career in Advertising leading some prominent brands such as Hindustan Unilever, Japan Airlines, Hyundai, Taj Group, Citroen, Oppo, Yokohama Tyres among others. She had a dream of working as a canine trainer which she is now pursuing full time. She says that this was possible only because of her dog Bruno.

A few talking points that we covered:

1. Journey so far

2. About the canine training course that she completed

3. Various techniques for dog training

4. Understanding various behavioral aspects of a canine

5. The difficulties faced

6. How to face the fear of dogs that chase you when you are on your vehicle

7. Points to be kept in mind as a dog owner: From understanding which breed will fit your lifestyle to healthcare.

8. Message for someone who wishes to train in this field. If you have any other

Pet-related queries you can get in touch with her on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shwetamallapur/