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Author: Niki French: award winning dog trainer

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Welcome to Pup Talk The Podcast with Niki French - an animal-mad, games-based dog trainer. Here she talks to like-minded people about all things dogs.
Guests include owners, experts and professionals about their dog-owning journeys and the part dogs play in our lives.
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This week's episode is a surprise announcement. Plus I encourage you to reflect on your priorities with your dog. You can't do it all.   If you want help moving your anxious, reactive or over-excitable dog towards feeling calmer and more confident, check out Pup Talk The Pack dog training and support community https://pup-talk.mykajabi.com/the-pack   You can also join my free Facebook community www.facebook.com/groups/puptalk/
Halloween is the start of a challenging time of year for our dogs, especially if they're anxious or nervous.  Here are nine practical and easy tips to make Halloween less stressful for your dog and you. This episode is kindly sponsored by Tug-E-Nuff, who create interactive and durable tug toys.   You can sign up for their free Power of Play course by visiting http://tug-e-nuff.com/puptalk You can even get 10% off your first order.    If you want help moving your anxious, reactive or over-excitable dog towards feeling calmer and more confident, check out Pup Talk The Pack dog training and support community https://pup-talk.mykajabi.com/the-pack   You can also join my free Facebook community www.facebook.com/groups/puptalk/
Today’s episode coincides with World Mental Health Day, a day to raise awareness and break the stigma around mental health struggles.   If your dog struggles in the world, it’s not surprising that this can impact your own mental health. Feelings of frustration, isolation, guilt, or even embarrassment are common.   In this episode, I'll explore how important it is to care for your mental health when managing a reactive or challenging dog. From simple self-care practices to seeking support, you are not alone in this journey.   This episode is kindly sponsored by Tug-E-Nuff, who create interactive and durable tug toys.   You can sign up for their free Power of Play course by visiting http://tug-e-nuff.com/puptalk You can even get 10% off your first order.    If you want help moving your anxious, reactive or over-excitable dog towards feeling calmer and more confident, check out Pup Talk The Pack dog training and support community https://pup-talk.mykajabi.com/the-pack   You can also join my free Facebook community www.facebook.com/groups/puptalk/
For dogs that are nervous, sensitive or reactive, scent work can be transformative. And it's easy to start at home.   This week's podcast is another recap from Pup Fest 2024. My guest is Jack Fenton, The Dorset Dog Trainer.   Every dog and every breed can have fun and benefit from doing some simple scentwork.   You can use it to help grow their coping skills with something scary. As well as using scentwork to open up a dog's world. And if you've got an anxious or reactive dog, their world can feel pretty small.   If you want help moving your anxious, reactive or over-excitable dog towards feeling calmer and more confident, check out Pup Talk The Pack dog training and support community https://pup-talk.mykajabi.com/the-pack   You can also join my free Facebook community www.facebook.com/groups/puptalk/
Is your dog scared of fireworks? Don’t wait until Bonfire Night. Get prepared now by working up your own SOS plan with me, Niki French.  If you'd like more help with a nervous dog that struggles with noises, you can watch my 1 hour Nervous Dog Noise Webinar, available to watch any time in my membership Pup Talk The Pack.   By joining my dog training and support community membership you not only get access to the webinar, but you can join any of the Zoom Q&A sessions and get my help with your specific questions to help your dog.    Get your first month for just £15. https://pup-talk.mykajabi.com/the-pack   This episode is kindly sponsored by Tug-E-Nuff, who create interactive and durable tug toys.   You can sign up for their free Power of Play course by visiting http://tug-e-nuff.com/puptalk You can even get 10% off your first order.    If you want help moving your anxious, reactive or over-excitable dog towards feeling calmer and happier, check out Pup Talk The Pack dog training and support community https://pup-talk.mykajabi.com/the-pack   You can also join my free Facebook community www.facebook.com/groups/puptalk/
I thought you might like to get to know Ash and I a little bit more. So this week's episode I hand over to Ash to ask me some questions. Talking about myself is not something I find that easy, as you can hear.   Do let me know if you want more episodes like this or if I stick with dog training and dog care topics!   This episode is kindly sponsored by Tug-E-Nuff, who create interactive and durable tug toys.   You can sign up for their free Power of Play course by visiting http://tug-e-nuff.com/puptalk You can even get 10% off your first order.    If you want help moving your anxious, reactive or over-excitable dog towards feeling calmer and happier, check out Pup Talk The Pack dog training and support community https://pup-talk.mykajabi.com/the-pack   You can also join my free Facebook community www.facebook.com/groups/puptalk/
I've been on the road for 8 days, leaving Ash and Bodie to look after each other. They are both the high energy in our home; I'm normally the calming influence.  I was surprised by how the week went. There were some interesting outcomes.   This episode is kindly sponsored by Tug-E-Nuff, who create interactive and durable tug toys.   You can sign up for their free Power of Play course by visiting http://tug-e-nuff.com/puptalk You can even get 10% off your first order.      If you want help moving your busy dog towards relaxing more of the time, check out Pup Talk The Pack dog training and support community https://pup-talk.mykajabi.com/the-pack   You can also join my free Facebook community www.facebook.com/groups/puptalk/
This podcast is from an essential Pup Fest session that is for anyone who would like their vet visits to be less stressful.   Dr Amber Batson is a vet and behaviourist and founder of Understand Animals.   This session is packed with practical and easy tips.  Even if you think your dog is OK at the vets, you will find something helpful in this episode. Why do so many dogs struggle at the vets? What you learn first you learn best. What can we do before our dogs go to the vets or in between visits? Avoiding the 'waiting room of doom'. Tips for confidence with weighing scales. How to hand your dog over with the least amount of stress. Avoiding space invaders. Help with managing our stress. Reading body language in the Cooperative care (not consent) and motivational conflicts. Predictability.   This episode is sponsored by Tug-E-Nuff, who create interactive and durable tug toys.   You can sign up for their free Power of Play course by visiting http://tug-e-nuff.com/puptalk You can even get 10% off your first order.      If you want help moving your busy dog towards relaxing more of the time, check out Pup Talk The Pack dog training and support community https://pup-talk.mykajabi.com/the-pack   You can also join my free Facebook community www.facebook.com/groups/puptalk/
Andrew Hale is a certified canine behaviourist, the Behaviour Consultant at Pet Remedy, expert adviser for Canine Arthritis Management and KAD trainer.   In this Q&A, from Pup Fest 2024 we look at: A dog's physical, emotional and social safety needs. The use of food as a primary reinforcer for a sensitive dog and the coercive potential of reinforcement. Sensory mapping. Managing predatory mindset. And the importance of 'Stuff' training. Pup Fest 2024 is still available to watch for £49 for all of the recordings from the 17 global experts,  plus the festival goodie bag.   Or you can join PTTP for £30/month and get access included with your membership.   If you want help moving your busy dog towards relaxing more of the time, check out Pup Talk The Pack dog training and support community https://pup-talk.mykajabi.com/the-pack   You can also join my free Facebook community www.facebook.com/groups/puptalk/
Surabhi Venkatesh is the founder of Luchi & Mutton's Dog Behaviour & Nutrition. During Pup Fest 2024 she delivered a brilliant presentation  about Responding to reactivity using the S.A.F.E.T.Y. approach.   Today's episode is from a bonus Facebook chat we had.   Pup Fest 2024 is still available to watch for £49 for all of the recordings from the 17 global experts,  plus the festival goodie bag.   Or you can join PTTP for £30/month and get access included with your membership.   If you want help moving your busy dog towards relaxing more of the time, check out Pup Talk The Pack dog training and support community https://pup-talk.mykajabi.com/the-pack   You can also join my free Facebook community www.facebook.com/groups/puptalk/
Calling all Whippet lovers. Debbie Humphreys is the founder of Redhound for Dogs. She's a self-confessed Whippet addict and author of Life with a Whippet. Debbie shares some of what she's learned from living with Whippets most of her life.  www.redhoundfordogs.com   http://www.instagram.com/redhoundfordogs   If you enjoy this podcast, I'd love you to leave me a review. Or why not share it with someone now?   If you want help moving your busy dog towards relaxing more of the time, check out Pup Talk The Pack dog training and support community https://pup-talk.mykajabi.com/the-pack   You can get 50% off your first month with the code THEPACK50   You can also join my free Facebook community www.facebook.com/groups/puptalk/
A lot of dogs enjoy chewing, but some dogs really need to chew and you might not know it.   It's not just something that's helpful for teething puppies. It can be a great stress-buster for dog throughout their lives. For my favourite source of chews, check out - https://friendsandcanines.co.uk?ref=puptalk   Please share this podcast with someone that you think also needs to hear this today.   If you want help moving your busy dog towards relaxing more of the time, check out Pup Talk The Pack dog training and support community https://pup-talk.mykajabi.com/the-pack   You can get 50% off your first month with the code THEPACK50   You can also join my free Facebook community www.facebook.com/groups/puptalk/
Dogs can be frustrating or upsetting at times. Some people have told me they feel guilty, overwhelmed or a failure. Giving themselves a hard time for something they did. Or didn't do!   If any of that resonates with you, in this episode I'm sharing some quick practical tips to help you, right now.    Plus, the One breath reset to help calm your nervous system and your dog's.   A helpful blog about overcoming negativity bias - https://www.schoen-clinic.co.uk/post/what-is-negativity-bias-and-how-can-you-overcome-it/   Please share this podcast with someone that you think also needs to hear this today.   If you want help moving your busy dog towards relaxing more of the time, check out Pup Talk The Pack dog training and support community https://pup-talk.mykajabi.com/the-pack   You can get 50% off your first month with the code THEPACK50   You can also join my free Facebook community www.facebook.com/groups/puptalk/  
Itchy dogs and seasonal allergies can be a struggle for a lot of us. So today's podcast is with George and Nic from Leucillin.   We talk about allergies, the knock on effects of itchiness and lots of tips for general health care for eyes, ears and coat.   Plus a few other surprising uses for this popular product.   For more on Leucillin visit  www.facebook.com/leucillin   If you want help moving your busy dog towards relaxing more of the time, check out Pup Talk The Pack dog training and support community https://pup-talk.mykajabi.com/the-pack   You can get 50% off your first month with the code THEPACK50   You can also join my free Facebook community www.facebook.com/groups/puptalk/
Could you be doing too much training and enrichment with your dog?   It's something I've been exploring recently after witnessing first hand the power of doing very little at all.   If you want help moving your busy dog towards relaxing more of the time, check out Pup Talk The Pack dog training and support community https://pup-talk.mykajabi.com/the-pack   You can get 50% off your first month with the code THEPACK50   You can also join my free Facebook community www.facebook.com/groups/puptalk/
Have you heard of Yellow Space Zones?   The brainchild of Sarah and Matt from My Anxious Dog, they are changing the experience for dogs at some of the major dog events in the UK this year.   We talk about how the idea came about, what they're all about, where you can try one out for yourself and what their impact had been so far.   Thank you to all the mentioned companies and organisations that have helped so far. For more details of Yellow Space Zones visit https://myanxiousdog.co.uk/blogs/news/introducing-yellow-space-zones If you want affordable help with your dog, you can join Pup Talk The Pack dog training and support community https://pup-talk.mykajabi.com/the-pack   You can get 50% off your first month with the code THEPACK50   You can also join my free Facebook community www.facebook.com/groups/puptalk/
Ahead of National Pet Remembrance Day (5th July), I'm talking to Diane James, from the Blue Cross Pet Loss Support Service.   We talk about the various forms of pet loss, including theft and rehoming for any reason.   We also talk about the different stages of grief we can go through and the free support that is available through the Blue Cross service.   If you've been affected by pet loss, whether it's a recent loss or happened some time ago, you can contact the Blue Cross helpline: 0800 096 6606 (8.30am - 8.30pm every day) or email them at plsmail@bluecross.org.uk or chat online.   If you want affordable help with your dog, you can join Pup Talk The Pack dog training and support community https://pup-talk.mykajabi.com/the-pack   You can get 50% off your first month with the code THEPACK50   You can also join my free Facebook community www.facebook.com/groups/puptalk/
5 years ago today we collected a leggy, quite reserved but manic 8 month old puppy called Beau from Battersea Cats & Dogs Home.   This is Bodie's story so far.   I share the tough first couple of years and subsequent lows and highs. And the fact that some things take time.    I know first hand that staying motivated over the long term can be tough. Being in my membership can make all the difference.   In the last five years I've helped 1,000s of people with over 4,500 hours of podcasts, nearly 5,000 books sold and over 4,500 hours of client training hours. Which means I can support people like you with Pup Talk The Pack dog training and support community.   To help you stay motivated when things are slow going and stressful, I'm celebrating Bodie's Gotcha Day with £50 off my annual membership.  For details visit https://pup-talk.mykajabi.com/the-pack Use the code BODIE50 at checkout to get £50 off. Offer available until midnight 5th July 2024. How will you be feeling in a year's time? You can also join my free Facebook community www.facebook.com/groups/puptalk/
Do you wonder what is going on in your dog's gut? Are spending a lot on food and supplements but not sure if you're getting it right? Your dog's gut microbiome has a huge impact on their health and behaviour.  Join me talking to TV Vet and Head of Veterinary Science & Nutrition at Biome9 about their gut health test and personalised nutrition reports. If you want to try Biome9 you can get 15% off here https://biome9.com/PUPTALK with the code PUPTALK If you want affordable help with your dog, you can join Pup Talk The Pack dog training and support community https://pup-talk.mykajabi.com/the-pack   You can get 50% off your first month with the code THEPACK50   You can also join my free Facebook community www.facebook.com/groups/puptalk/
It's National Pet Choking Prevention Day on 22nd June that kicks off the brand new Enrichment Safety Week running 22nd-29th June.  Have you thought about safety issues to do with canine enrichment? Like choking or bacteria? Join me chatting with Melissa and Sophie from Paws In Earnest about their new campaign to raise awareness.  To listen to the previous episode about the many forms canine enrichment can take -  https://puptalk.libsyn.com/pup-talk-the-podcast-episode-120-canine-enrichment-is-more-than-just-food   You can get 10% off anything (including the fab Rylo) on the Paws In Earnest website, with the code PUPTALK - https://www.pawsinearnest.co.uk/    Follow them here - https://www.instagram.com/pawsinearnest/   If you want affordable help with your dog, you can join Pup Talk The Pack dog training and support community https://pup-talk.mykajabi.com/the-pack   You can get 50% off your first month with the code THEPACK50   To join my free Facebook community www.facebook.com/groups/puptalk/
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