Help! My Dog: The Podcast. Dog Behaviour & Training Strategies that Work!

Moving house is chaotic enough without the lingering fear that a new environment and lots of action will completely undo your hard-earned training progress, especially when tackling big hurdles like separation anxiety. But a new home doesn't have to mean sliding back to square one! In this episode, we’re exploring how to safely transport your dog’s skills into a fresh space without losing an ounce of momentum! We’ll discuss how a simple, counterintuitive mindset trick can help prevent frustra...

Have you ever found yourself cringing while your dog makes a beeline to mount or hump your guests the second they walk through the door…even though they’re female!? If having company over leaves you feeling mortified or constantly refereeing awkward interactions, in this episode, we’re uncovering how you can turn chaotic greetings into calm, polite choices! We’ll bust the common myths around why dogs hump, taking a look at why internal conflict might be the real culprit. Plus, we’ll share our...

Does your dog freeze, tremble, or panic the moment you take them near the car? If car journeys leave them completely overwhelmed before you’ve even turned the ignition key, in this episode, we’re uncovering how to transform car travel into a smooth, stress-free experience. We’ll break down how engaging our dog’s key natural instincts can completely change how they feel in and around the car. Plus, we’ll share our favourite, easy game plan to make travelling feel safe and enjoyable for everyon...

Do you want to know the secret to successful crate training? Whether you’re trying to set puppies up for the best possible start or building rock-solid separation skills with your dog, in this episode, we’re uncovering how you can help your dog feel confident and comfortable in a crate, regardless of how old they are! We’ll explore clever ways to flip the script on what the crate means for your dog, plus how making small tweaks to your dog’s daily routine can make time in the crate feel compl...

Does your dog drop flat to the ground when another dog approaches, only to spring up right into their face? Whether they freeze on lead or startle other dogs with explosive greetings, in this episode, we’re uncovering why this "pancaking" habit happens—and how to restore calm to your walks. We’ll break down the hidden internal conflict keeping your dog stuck, the single essential skill they need to navigate these moments, and a simple home strategy to snap their focus right back to you before...