The Brand New podcast from vet, behaviourist and trainer, Dr Tom Mitchell! We'll be covering all things dog behaviour to unlock the life you dream of with your dog, transforming behaviour struggles and levelling up your relationship with your dog. If you get excited about learning about dog behaviour and want the practical, effective (and fun) strategies that we know transform struggles from barking to reactivity to separation anxiety to simply not listening, welcome home!
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Sometimes your dog is the perfect walking buddy, but the moment you sit down at a café or pub, it’s like they forget all their chill. If you’ve ever tried to enjoy a flat white while your dog barks for attention under the table, this episode is for you. We’re diving into what’s really going on when your dog struggles to settle in busy social spaces…
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Ep 99 Top 5 Tips for a Happier Halloween with Your Dog
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11:45Halloween might be fun for us, but for our dogs, it can be a whole world of weird sights, sounds, and spooky surprises! In this episode, we dive into our top 5 tips to help your dog not just cope, but thrive during this time of year. From handling unexpected changes on your walks to creating calm at home when the doorbell won’t stop ringing, we’ve …
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Ep 98 Fireworks Survival Guide for Dogs: From Prevention to Thriving this Season
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14:23Fireworks season is here again, and while it’s beautiful for us, it can be a stressful time for our dogs. In this episode, we’re talking about how to help your dog not just cope with fireworks, but actually thrive through the season. Whether your dog is already nervous or usually unbothered, this is your reminder that prevention is everything. You’…
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Ep 97 “Let Him Tell Them Off” The Worst Dog Park Advice Ever?
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Ep 96 The Truth About Littermate Syndrome & Multi-Dog Struggles
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11:04Littermate syndrome is one of those topics that sparks a lot of debate among dog owners and trainers, and it’s easy to see why. In this episode, we’re unpacking what really happens when two puppies grow up side by side and why it can lead to tricky challenges, all from a concept training perspective. From subtle influences in behaviour to big spira…
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Does your dog bark, panic or lose their cool every time the doorbell rings? This is one of the most common struggles dog owners face. In this episode, we’re discovering the “why” behind those big reactions and how the doorbell can affect your dog’s stress levels far beyond just that one moment. You’ll hear simple, realistic strategies that can make…
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Every dog owner knows the sinking feeling when another dog comes charging over, uninvited and unstoppable. It’s stressful, emotional, and it can quickly turn what should be a lovely walk into chaos. In this episode, we dive into the real-life challenges of incoming dogs and the surprising role we, as owners, may be playing in those moments. You’ll …
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Is your dog marking in the house? Although it’s a common behaviour struggle, it can feel pretty frustrating when it keeps happening despite your best efforts. In this episode, we take a deep dive into the reasons dogs mark and what might really be going on when they do it. You’ll hear a listener’s real-life question that inspired this conversation,…
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Ep 92 Every Dog Is a Different Journey: Raising a Puppy or New Dog After the Dog of a Lifetime
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15:49Bringing a new puppy or new dog into your life after years with another dog can be both exciting and overwhelming. In this episode, we explore what it really means to start fresh when your last dog had struggles or was the “dog of a lifetime.” You’ll hear practical insights on shifting your mindset, building new routines and enjoying the unique jou…
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Ep 91  Why Is Your Reactive Dog’s Behaviour So Unpredictable?
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18:49Ever had a dog that’s perfectly fine one moment, then suddenly not? You’re not alone! And in this episode, we’re diving into why dogs can seem unpredictable in everyday situations. Whether it’s being petted, meeting someone new or bumping into a stranger at the vets, their reactions can sometimes feel confusing or even frustrating. We explore the h…
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Ep 90 The Truth About Dog Behaviour and Training Education
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14:47If you’ve ever dreamed about working with dogs, whether as a trainer, a behaviourist or someone just starting to explore the field OR you’re looking for a behaviourist and wonder what the certification scene is like, this episode is going to open your eyes. The world of dog training education is often described as a maze, and for good reason: it’s …
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If you’ve ever dreamed of working with dogs but wondered if it’s truly possible, this episode is for you. We’re pulling back the curtain on what life as a dog behaviourist is really like: the rewards, the variety, the unexpected moments that keep you hooked. You’ll hear what makes this work so uniquely fulfilling and why the world desperately needs…
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Ep 88 Why Your Dog Hates the Car (And What To Do About It)
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11:05Ever had to awkwardly hoist your dog into the car while wondering, “You can jump on the bed just fine, what gives?” You’re not alone! In this episode, we’re diving into why some dogs hesitate with car rides, even when they love where the journey ends. Hint: they’re not being stubborn; there’s a lot more going on underneath the surface. We’ll explor…
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Does your dog hate being groomed? How can you set them up for success at the groomers, for bath time, nail clipping and more? In this episode, we’ll be diving into what you can do to set your dog up for a stress-free grooming experience. From the first steps at home to finding the right groomer, we’re talking about the building blocks that create a…
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Ep 86 Where Do I Start If My Dog Has Multiple Behaviour Struggles?
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12:08Feeling overwhelmed by your dog’s long list of struggles? You’re definitely not alone, and more importantly, there is a way through it. In this episode, Dr Tom Mitchell explains how to approach untangling multiple behaviour issues without feeling like you’re playing an endless game of whack-a-mole. We’ll help you figure out what to focus on first a…
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Ep 85 Is Your Dog Too Young to Train? How to Set Up Sessions That Work
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11:42Ever wondered whether your dog is too young to train or how long the perfect training session should be? In this episode, we’re exploring how to set up sessions your dog actually wants to be a part of, using some creative thinking and tailoring to your dog’s specific needs. You’ll learn how to grow with your dog through meaningful sessions to set t…
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Do you have a small dog? Do you wonder how on earth you’re supposed to reward them without filling up their tummies or hurting your back in the process? In this episode, Dr Tom Mitchell dives into the clever ways you can train and play games with your tiny companion (and he’d know, as the owner of two tiny dachshunds!). We’ll be looking at everythi…
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Is your dog really ok when you leave the house or are they quietly struggling every time the door shuts behind you? In this eye-opening episode, Dr Tom Mitchell unpacks the hidden signs of canine separation anxiety that many pet owners miss. Even if your dog seems “fine,” there could be subtle behaviours suggesting they’re anything but. We’ll help …
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Ep 82 Garden Wars: Is Your Dog’s Backyard Routine Sabotaging Training?
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18:10Is your garden a war zone for your dog? Whether it’s your dog reacting in their backyard or your neighbours’ dog sparking the drama, what seems like innocent outdoor time could actually be shaping your dog’s behaviour more than you think! Have you ever noticed how your dog’s mood spikes from just a quick trip outside? Or how their behaviour in othe…
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Ep 81 The Surprising Opportunity in Moving House With Your Dog
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13:14Moving home with your dog? You’re probably wondering if this big life change is going to undo all of the calmness, settling and other training you’ve worked so hard on. But what if this move could actually set your dog up for even greater success? In this episode, we’re challenging some common fears about dog behaviour and house moves. You’ll disco…
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Ep 80 How to Stop Your Dog or Puppy Waking You At Night
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17:58Do you have a dog that just won’t settle at night? Whether you’ve got a puppy who’s crying through the night or an older dog who keeps waking you up at 3am, this episode is packed with ideas to help you (finally) get some rest. We’re looking at why dogs of all ages can struggle to sleep through the night and what you can do to gently guide them tow…
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Welcoming a baby into your home is a huge transition, and if you’ve got dogs, it can add a whole new layer of complexity. This episode pulls back the curtain on what it’s REALLY like to live through that change, not just plan for it. From what worked exactly as expected to what caught us completely off guard, there’s plenty we learned from the expe…
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Ep 78 The Real Secret to Calming Your High-Energy Dog & You’ve Got My Attention!
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15:40If you’ve ever felt like your dog has a rocket booster attached to their tail, this episode is for you! We’re jumping back into the world of high-energy, over-the-top, can’t-sit-still dogs. You know the ones: they seem to think everything should happen at hyper speed. The ones that bounce off the walls, want to walk faster (or better yet, run!), wh…
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Ep 77 Why Is My Dog Barking at the TV? (And What You Can Do About It) & Too Close for Comfort
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15:16Have you ever felt like your dog has a personal vendetta against the TV? You’re not alone! In this episode, we’re diving into a listener's question about a dog who just can’t stop barking at animals on the screen. It’s a surprisingly common problem with surprisingly few answers online, and it often leaves owners feeling stuck and overwhelmed (possi…
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Ep 76 The Smart Way to Train in a Multi-Dog Household & Woody’s Song
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15:01Managing a multi-dog household can feel like juggling with one hand tied behind your back, especially when it comes to training. How does it even work and what are the steps? You’ve probably heard that working with your dogs one at a time is the way to go, but what does that actually look like in real life? What if your dogs struggle being apart, o…
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Ep 75 Unlocking A Harness-Hating Puppy’s Superpowers for Calm, Confident Walks & She’s Got Moxie!
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16:37Is your puppy avoiding their harness or seeming less than thrilled about going for a walk? In this episode, we’re diving into why your dog might be dodging their harness (even if nothing traumatic happened) and how to reframe things and turn their walking gear into a “superhero cape” that sparks joy, calmness and confidence, transforming your walks…
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Ep 74 Preparing Your Dog to Welcome a (Skin) Baby & Windy Matilda
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22:54A baby is on the way! But this time, it’s a skin baby, not a fur baby! In this episode, we’re diving into how to prepare your dog for this new arrival, whether it’s a long-term addition or just a tiny visitor. From unpredictable sounds to strange new objects, babies bring a whole lot of novelty into a dog’s world. We talk about practical, low-stres…
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Ep 73 The Secret Link Between Allergies and Dog Behaviour & It’s a Lab Thing
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17:48Is your dog a little itchier than usual this time of year? Or maybe on and off all year round? In this episode, we’re diving into the world of allergies and the subtle ways they might be affecting your dog’s behaviour – even if you’ve never thought of them as an “allergic dog”. From a vet’s perspective, we explore how low-level itchiness can spill …
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Ep 72 Fixing That On-Lead, Off-Lead Split Personality & He’s Never Done That Before…
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18:32Does your dog behave one way on lead and a totally different way off lead? This is a super common behaviour, and in this episode, we’ll be diving into why this happens and what you can do about it. We’re getting really practical and giving you clever ways to blur the lines between “on lead” and “off lead” so your dog starts to make the same awesome…
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Ep 71 When Walks Go Flat, Dealing with The Pancake Dog & Mitten Games
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22:04Have you ever been on a walk where your dog decides to stop dead in their tracks, refusing to move? They might also lie down and flatten themselves on the ground making it even harder to move them on without dragging them across the pavement (or sidewalk for the Americans). We call this “pancaking”! In this episode, you’ll be introduced to the “pan…
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Ep 70 THIS Is Why Your Dog Training Hasn’t Worked & The Christmas of Nightmares
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14:28Why hasn’t the training you’ve done in the past worked for your dog? Is your dog still barking and lunging? Pulling on lead? Jumping at your guests? Stealing your socks? Are they still anxious, over-excited, crazy and a complete handful? The answer is simpler than you think! In this episode, we’ll be breaking down why this happens, how your dog act…
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Ep 69 Can Boundaries Actually Solve Your Dog’s Struggles at Home? & Stinky Socks
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18:29If you have dogs zooming around the house, jumping on guests, launching off at every sound or creating chaos with your other dogs, you might be amazed to hear that something as simple as their bed could be your ticket to a calmer home! In this episode, we’re diving into the magic of boundaries – what they are, why they matter and how they can trans…
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Ep 68 The Two Biggest Dog Training Mistakes (Part 2 of 2) & A Hat-Trick
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19:59Ever feel like your dog is glued to you 24/7 – following you everywhere (even the toilet!), demanding attention or struggling when you leave? It turns out that this could be due to another dog training mistake we might be making! In Part 2 of our special double feature, we’re breaking down why so many dogs have a hard time settling and staying calm…
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Ep 67 The Two Biggest Dog Training Mistakes (Part 1 of 2) & An Unexpected Encounter
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21:00Could these two really common things we do with our dogs be the very reason they struggle with listening to us, ignoring us or chase? In this episode, Part One of Two, we’re breaking down how a super common piece of advice might be shaping your dog’s choices in a big way. We’ll reveal a simple, secret skill that, once your dog understands it, makes…
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Ep 66 Gorse Diaries Update: The Greatest Opportunity in Dog Ownership You’ll Ever Have & The Smell
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24:26Is there hope for your reactive dog? There’s more than that – there’s a life-changing opportunity. In this powerful episode, we’re giving you an update on Gorse’s emotional, inspiring journey. Once a dog paralysed by fear after a traumatic dog bite incident, you’ll find out about her remarkable transformation and latest adventure on the beach. If y…
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Ep 65 Is Your Dog’s Behaviour Struggle Actually a Hidden Health Problem? & Seaside Freedom
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19:51Ever wondered why some dogs struggle more no matter how much training they receive? Or why some seem to regress backwards? In this episode, we’re diving into the fascinating connection between health and behaviour. Get ready to get geeky as we discover how hidden pain, allergies or gut issues could be silently contributing to your dog’s reactivity …
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Ever wonder what it takes to REALLY make your dog’s life extraordinary? It’s more than just food, shelter and the occasional walk you learned about when you first got your dog. In this episode, we break down the secret formula for happiness and a long life for your dog – going beyond the basics to unlock their full potential. You’ll discover the py…
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Ep 63 To Walk or Not To Walk? Does Exercise Help Reactive Dogs? & The Midnight Walker
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17:48Ever feel like you’re stuck in a vicious cycle of trying to exercise your dog but only seeing their behaviour get worse? In this episode, we’re looking at a tricky behaviour case where an owner was stuck walking their reactive dog five times a day in an attempt to tire them out and was faced with this exact challenge. We’ll explore the common misco…
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Ep 62 The Two Biggest Obstacles Preventing Dog Behaviour Transformation & A Tom Toilet Training Cringe!
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20:01You’ve probably been there: you’re making progress, but then, suddenly you hit a roadblock and you feel like you’re back to square one. What’s going on? In this episode, we’re tackling the two biggest reasons why people often struggle to transform their dog’s behaviour. We’ll break down how our human brains can trick us into giving up when things g…
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Ep 61 The Surprising Skill Your Dog Needs to Transform Their Behaviour
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10:28Imagine your dog being able to make better decisions across different situations – choosing to stay calm around guests, resisting the temptation to jump on the counter, choosing their bed instead of hogging the sofa. This time, we’re not talking about calmness or disengagement. We’re uncovering the one essential skill no one’s talking about that co…
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Ep 60 Problem Solving a Cringe: How To (NOT) Be Our Next Cringe Story
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12:54Has your dog ever gotten over-excited and engaged in behaviours that are a bit…cringeworthy? In this episode, we’ll be problem solving a cringe story where we’ll break down the three essential skills that could have turned this situation around. We are tackling everything from arousal levels and disengagement to how to teach a ‘safety net’ to preve…
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Ep 59 The Essential Game Every Busy Household Needs to Play with Their Dog! & Teenage Love
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14:51If you’re juggling a busy home, whether with multiple dogs, kids, adults, or just a lot of activity, there’s an essential game that’s an absolute must for keeping your dog calm and on their best behaviour. In this episode, we’ll be sharing how to play this game to help them disengage from overstimulating situations like zoomies, playing kids or vis…
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Ep 58 Cracking Counter Surfing to Stop Your Dog from Stealing & Supermarket Sweep
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15:32Does your dog treat your kitchen counters like a buffet? In this episode, we dive into the sneaky world of counter surfing and why your pup keeps testing their luck to steal your lunch! Discover how a dog’s natural gambler instincts can work against you and what it takes to keep your food and valuables secure. In the process, you’ll be keeping your…
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Ep 57 Beyond Resolutions, The Secret to Achieving Your 2024 Dog Goals & The Nibbler
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15:33Happy New Year, dog lovers! In this episode, we’re talking about something more powerful than New Year’s resolutions: setting a vision and goals for your life – and your dog’s life – that inspire real progress. We dive into why having a clear vision of what you want to achieve with your dog is essential for making the most of the new year and each …
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Ep 56 The Greatest Gift You Can Give Your Dog This Christmas: A Help! My Dog Christmas Message
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6:16Merry Christmas from the Help! My Dog Team! We couldn’t help but inject some learning into our Christmas message! During this time of year, there are so many competing demands on our time and energy, and through it all, we want to make sure we’re doing our best for our dogs. Aside from any presents under the tree or special treats you have in mind,…
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Ep 55 The Right Way to Reward Calmness & Ready, Aim…Be My Friend?
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14:57Is your approach to rewarding calmness not working? Is your dog actually getting LESS calm and MORE crazy? In this episode, Dr Tom Mitchell unpacks why your calmness reward strategy might not be working and creating more frustration and tension in your dog. You’ll discover how to shift your focus and learn how to recognise subtle signs that can be …
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Ep 54 How Your Mood Impacts Your Dog & A Tricky Performance!
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22:30Can your dog sense that you’re stressed? Do dogs literally smell fear? We’re getting geeky in this episode and exploring the idea of emotional contagion. Science now confirms that a person’s emotional state might influence our furry friends in surprising ways (but not necessarily in the ways we might have been previously told!). From subtle changes…
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Ep 53 Helping Your Dog Navigate Frustration & A Christmas Caper!
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25:02Frustration. It’s something we all feel, but how does it show up in our dogs? We’re diving into the fascinating world of canine emotions to explore what happens when a dog’s expectations don’t match reality and what we can do to help them navigate around those big emotions that might result in barking, jumping and other reactive behaviours. Join us…
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Ep 52 The Three Most Common Causes of Dog Reactivity & Dust
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28:06Have you ever wondered why your dog is reactive or what is causing their barking, lunging, snapping, growling, pulling on lead or other reactive behaviours? In this episode, we’re diving into three different ways that reactivity can develop in dogs. Between your stories and what we see in the behaviour clinic, these root causes show up again and ag…
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Ep 51 Three Things I Wish I Knew Before I Got a Dog (Feat. Dr Aston!)
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21:56Dr Aston is back! This time, she’s sharing the top three things she wishes she knew before she got her dog (who happens to be a big reason why she went down the behaviour rabbit hole!). They are things that can absolutely help you in your dog training journey whether your dog is reactive or not and, especially, if you have or are thinking about get…
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