Cavoodle Coach Podcast

When a family is getting a new puppy, one of the first questions they ask a Breeder is "how big will my puppy get?". Now, while I do believe this should be one of the last questions you should ask (and should instead be asking about the temperament training the Breeder does through their curriculum program), I DO understand why this is an important factor to many families.  How...

Over the October long weekend, we took my new puppy on a holiday to the beach and it had me thinking about whether I recommend taking a puppy on a holiday or not. So in today's episode, I'm sharing some important points to take into consideration before booking your holiday and what behavioural or training regressions you might see if you do go away.  We all know that getting a puppy is a 15...

Have you ever noticed how some people rave about how calm, gentle & well-behaved Cavoodles are whereas others scrunch up their nose, complaining they bark, are hyperactive, full of anxiety and reactive? Well I've noticed it and have a few thoughts on this big divide and what causes it.  So if you're getting a Cavoodle and want to make sure you sit firmly on the easy, calm & well-behav...

I've had my new Cavoodle puppy for over a week now and he is settling in SO WELL. So I thought it would be a good opportunity to share what my life is looking like with a 10 week old puppy so you can gain a better understanding on whether your lifestyle will fit a puppy's needs.  *** We all know that getting a puppy is a 15 year long commitment, but how long does the training process *actuall...

Getting a new puppy is overwhelming and there are SO many things to remember in one day alone. With anxiety being such a HUGE issue for so many Cavoodles, you want to make sure that within your daily interactions with your puppy, you're not making these three, easily avoidable mistakes that actually create separation anxiety... We all know that getting a puppy is a 15 year long commitment, but how...

PART 2!! Last week, I picked which puppy I wanted to keep from my current litter of Cavoodles. This week, I'm sharing the results of the rest of the puppies' temperament traits and how you can use these traits to decide which puppy would suit your family's lifestyle best. We all know that getting a puppy is a 15 year long commitment, but how long does the training process *actually* take for...

This week I had to make the very big decision on which puppy I wanted to keep from my current litter of Cavoodles to add into my family. After stressing about it for weeks, it was finally time to do the puppy evaluations where we test their temperament traits to give us an idea of which type of home would suit each puppy best. Finally, after completing the tests, it became clear which puppy w...

I wanted to step back in time a little bit today and chat about how my experience with working in a Veterinary Clinic, Grooming Salon, Training Organisation and as a Breeder has shaped my approach to coaching Cavoodles. From having a Cavoodle who suffered severe anxiety to raising many who have been confident, calm and anxiety free, my goal in life is to help more families experience this joy of a...

Before making any kind of commitment, it's really important to know what you're getting into both in terms of time and money. This week, I decided to break down the costs of a Cavoodle and to be honest, I was SHOCKED by the result. While they may be expensive, they are worth every penny indeed ❤️ We all know that getting a puppy is a 15 year long commitment, but how long does the training pro...

Before starting my business specialising in Cavoodles, I worked as a Puppy School Trainer and it opened my eyes to a few key facts about the type of training done in these classes and their suitability to different breeds. As always, Cavoodles are at the forefront of my mind and I must say, Puppy School isn't my first pick when it comes to training this breed and shaping them into a "good dog". To...

There's nothing I'm more passionate about than the development of a puppy's brain and how we can utilise each stage of this development to shape and mould our Cavoodle into a confident, calm and non-reactive puppy. If you're getting a puppy, this stage of development is ESSENTIAL to know and understand, so please listen to this episode to get educated!  We all know that getting a puppy i...

I'm getting a new Cavoodle puppy in 7 weeks and I wanted to share the three BIG milestones I'll be working towards with my puppy that doesn't include the perfect "sit" or "stay".  Send me your interest for my September Cavoodle Puppy Group Coaching Program or my upcoming Cavoodle Training Academy  and I'll share more details with you! hello@oodleway.co We all know that getting a pup...

Getting two puppies at once seems good in theory as they'll play with each other and possibly prevent seperation anxiety from forming...but I have to say, I just don't recommend it for the reasons I've outlined in this episode. Have a listen and let me know your thoughts... hello@oodleway.co We all know that getting a puppy is a 15 year long commitment, but how long does the training process *actu...

When it comes to training your puppy, there are SO many different types of training methods out there but I wanted to share the training perspective that I use which works extremely well for Cavoodles. It's also about time we talk about "picking your battles" with your puppy. We all know that getting a puppy is a 15 year long commitment, but how long does the training process *actually* take...

Ten years ago, whenever I heard someone had "crate trained" their dog, I was HORRIFIED.  In my mind, it was cruel to cage a puppy up like that and I couldn't understand how it could be beneficial at all - let alone not actually be cruel or mean.  Fast forward 10 years later and now I am the biggest advocate there is for crate training. If you're like me 10 years ago and believe crate tra...

There is no such thing as a "naughty puppy". There's only a family who doesn't pick up on boredom and anxiety signals from their puppy before it spirals out of control. Today's episode is a MUST LISTEN for any families who have (or are getting) a Cavoodle puppy.  USEFUL LINKS: JOIN my   Cavoodle Training Academy (previously Essential 1st Month Cavoodle Puppy Planner):  https://www.o...

Overthinking & overcomplicating things is THE recipe for overwhelm, especially for new puppy parents. So today, let's pretend we're sitting down for a cup of coffee while I give you my best advice for a new Cavoodle parent which will ensure this overwhelm is something you never experience (while also saving you money $$$). I'm talking what to buy, what to organise and what to think about&...

Have you ever sat in front of friends and called your puppy over, only for them not to listen? The embarrassment you feel in these situations is universal but I promise it doesn't actually mean your puppy has "selective hearing". Instead, 9 times out of 10, it's because of one of these THREE mistakes that you're making that is preventing your puppy from actually understanding what y...

You may have heard about Positive Reinforcement Training which is where we use treats to train our puppies rather than any force or punishment. This style of training is SO well suited to our emotionally-sensitive Cavoodles but today, I wanted to talk to you about the importance of implementing strict boundaries within your household and especially, the word NO with your new puppy.  USEFUL LI...

Last year, I was lucky enough to join RightPaw on their “What The Bark” Podcast 🎙️   If you’ve been following my “Cavoodle Coach Podcast”, you’ll know I keep my episodes short and sweet…which is why I’m SO excited to bring this HOUR LONG bonus episode to you 🙌⏰ In this episode, I joined Nathan and Genetic George for an in-depth conversation all about Separation Anxiety 😬 We covered: &...

The amount of times someone has said to me, "Boy dogs are more affectionate and playful while girl dogs are more standoffish," is insane! And everytime I hear it, I internally wince because it's so far from the truth.  We cannot continue to make generalisations about the temperament of dogs based on their gender and a family definitely should NOT be making such a huge, 15 year commitment base...

When I started breeding four years ago, no one talked about a "curriculum program" for puppies. Now, there are countless Breeders who do follow a curriculum program which is GREAT. ...However, I must say that a generic curriculum program that ISN'T designed specifically for Cavoodles isn't really going to address the behavioral issues that are most common to the breed (which is anxiety).  So...

Finding a Reputable & Responsible Breeder can be a challenge when the list of options seem to be endless! In today's episode, I'm sharing three of the most important questions to ask a Breeder to make sure you're not being scammed and to ensure your puppy is being raised correctly. USEFUL LINKS: JOIN my   Cavoodle Training Academy (previously Essential 1st Month Cavoodle Puppy Planner):&n...

I recently got asked a question from my audience on how to *really* stop a puppy from biting. Understanding the reason BEHIND this behaviour helps us to navigate our response to it which is exactly what I'm sharing in this episode.... USEFUL LINKS: JOIN my   Cavoodle Training Academy (previously Essential 1st Month Cavoodle Puppy Planner):  https://www.oodleway.co/cavoodletrainingacademy...

Why Do Dogs "Misbehave" and Why Are Cavoodles Prone To Separation Anxiety? Here's what you’ll learn:   How the original breed purpose of a dog breed influences their behaviour and daily needs How Australia categorises the different dog breeds   Why Cavoodles develop separation anxiety so much more easily (and quickly) than other breeds What YOU need to do as the family to prevent this fr...