Maya Badham on the Partnership Planet Model: Building True Dog–Human Connections
Description
In this episode, host Nathan Dunleavy speaks with Maya Badham, founder of S-A-H-S-D-A and creator of the Partnership Planet Model. Maya shares her powerful journey from supporting trauma survivors to reimagining how we live with dogs — not as projects to train, but as partners to respect.
💡 What you’ll discover:
The roots of the Partnership Planet Model
Why control and compliance limit connection with dogs
How co-regulation, autonomy, and stewardship transform relationships
Practical examples of responding through partnership, not obedience
Redefining what “success” as a dog guardian really means
If you’ve ever wondered what true partnership with your dog could look like, this episode is a must-listen.
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