Life With Your Dog

Christmas time is the best time of the year for most of us, however unfortunate things can happen in times of gatherings and festive madness. Panos discusses certain things that usually occur this time of the year that need addressing to help minimise unfortunate events to take place, such as: Don't purchase a dog/puppy as a gift Appropriate management of dogs at family gatherings Spend quality ti...

Glenn was kind enough to join us again on the podcast this week! His first appearance since 2020 when he was actually our first ever guest on the show ...  We talked about the role of working & sport dogs in the dog training industry, as well as getting to hear some cool stories from his extensive 30 year career. Glenn also shared his concerns about the recent prong collar ban in Queensland and wh...

Are you waiting to feel motivated to get things done, or are you disciplined enough to work on your tasks and training even if you can't be bothered? Panos discussed a few reasons why discipline is a far better drive than motivation. Not just for dog training, but for general life. Thank you for listening! Find us online >> www.facebook.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.instagram.com/lifewithyourd...

We had the privilege to have a very interesting conversation with Gary about his 40 years of experience in the dog training industry and some fascinating stories that have come with it. This lead to a discussion of certain 'extremists' that threaten our industry on many levels, and you may find it surprising the conclusion Gaz has come to after all these years being a service to dogs and our commu...

Our friend Kayna Wrench returns to the podcast to talk about her new business venture, Educated Canine, and also why it is important to have the sometimes uncomfortable conversations around dog training tools that may not be accepted by some people This is despite their usefulness in helping certain dogs who need specific tools or equipment to live their best lives... You can find Kayna at www.ins...

Resource guarding is when a dog is displaying aggressive behaviour (growling and/or biting) to protect their valued resource (food, bones, toys, items and sometimes significant other- dog or person). This can be a very dangerous situation even though it is quite a natural behaviour and can range from fairly harmless to severe aggression. Panos discusses some different variations of resource guardi...

There is an abundance of professional dog trainers available these days, and the number continues to grow year on year. Which means dog owners have a huge range of dog training advice and services at their finger tips. However there could be detrimental consequences for you and your dog if you don't properly implement what one trainer taught you, prior to "hopping" to the next one in seek of a dif...

One of the most important concepts we try to help our dog training clients understand is that dogs will continue to display whatever behaviours that are rewarded. This includes desirable and undesirable behaviours, and it seems that a lot of dog owners may not understand the ways in which they are accidentally or unintentionally rewarding (reinforcing) certain behaviours in their dogs...   Thank y...

Panos answers a question that came in from Holly asking how to help prepare her dog or future puppy for boarding/kennelling. A few things to consider such as early crate training, finding a reputable boarding facility, dog minding in a professionals home, pet sitting or family and friends if appropriate. There can be many reasons why your dog finds being boarded a stressful experience. Panos sheds...

This is a touchy subject for some people, but the currently overflowing dog shelters post-pandemic are testament to the fact that far too many people own dogs without giving it enough thought in the first place. Luke & Panos break down this hot-button discussion; join us as we get neck deep in the weeds! Find us online >> www.facebook.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.instagram.com/lifewithyourdog...

Truth is, most people don't like to train their dogs... It is a thing that they feel they must do to 'fix' their dog's problem behaviour. This may be true, but training your dog is about developing a mindset, skillset to ensure they're living their best life. Training is play, work and duty. Training is what allows our dog's to thrive. Set your expectations, love the process and accept your duty t...

A question came in regarding the 20-20-20 rule for structured walking and how to manage it with a dog-reactive dog. This can be a challenging thing and Panos gives some advice on how to go about achieving this as a goal. We covered what the 20-20-20 rule is in episode 6, go check it out along with episode 8 for reactivity in dogs.   Find us online >> www.facebook.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www....

This week we were joined by our new friend Elijah Boateng of Apex Dog Training in North Western Sydney. He's been making quite a name for himself on Instagram in 2022, amassing over 10k followers with his helpful content teaching dog owners how to live their best lives with their beloved pets. We spoke about how buying a "problem dog" gave him a baptism by fire into the world of dog training. This...

Did you know there are two kinds of stress? "Distress" refers to those stresses which cause an undesirable or negative state, whereas "eustress" refers to positive stresses through which growth takes place Join us as Luke & Panos break down how these concepts can be applied to training our dogs   Find us online >> www.facebook.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.instagram.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast...

Feeding your dog bones are great for them, but there are few things to consider such as the type of bones, frequency and its biologically appropriate nature. Panos discusses a few things to avoid as well as the management and safety of feeding bones to your dog.   Find us online >> www.facebook.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.instagram.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.lifewithyourdogpodcast.com...

In dog training, how do we define discipline? How do we define freedom? Freedom and liberty comes with its own cost. Obedience training gives your dog the freedom to experience more and gain more access to the world. Off leash privileges come with a high level of reliable obedience and socialisation. The same concepts of discipline apply to dogs as they do to humans; that is to say, exercising sel...

Another episode talking about the lessons our dogs teach us. Panos discusses how dogs help us gain perspective, allow us to heal and to be living more in the moment. It's Panos' passion to live by the saying, "I teach dogs to live in our society, Dogs teach us to live in the NOW." This week's episode was prompted by a conversation Panos had with a good friend, Jaime, and was not a planned episode,...

Our Canadian friend Emma Murdock was kind enough to join us on the show this week! Emma hails from Ottawa, Canada where she owns & runs one of the largest & most prominent dog training & pack walking services in the city. We discussed a bunch of topics including her passion for dogs and also her love of the dog sport called PSA (Protection Sports Association) In Emma's own words: "I strive to lear...

Panos was asked a question about what should be considered when adding an extra dog to your household. This isn't an episode about how to assess and match your dog with a new prospective pooch. It is more about assessing your own life and the timing of it all. Setting emotions aside and consider some rational pointers before committing is always wise. Ps. If you are getting or have a new puppy, se...

This week Brittany of "The Pet Girl" joined us via zoom, generously giving her time and expertise on the current state of prong collar bans in the state of Queensland Australia We also discussed Brittany's extensive past as a dog trainer, and how she is always on the search to further her own development as a dog industry professional From Brittany's website:   "If you asked me 6 years ago what I...

Panos answers a question from Nellie in regards to what to do when she is playing fetch with her dog when another dog approaches and her dog causing a scene. There are a few remedies to this situation, prevention being the best cure. But the most important thing is, when your rewarding your dog with the ball, you should not allow anyone to take that reinforcement away. It is a 2 player game (you a...

Panos & Luke discuss the sacrifices that are necessary to either create or shape behaviours in our dogs, along with the sacrifices we make in our lifestyle and living situations to give them the best life. Manage your expectations, time and energy to have the dog you want. Allowing your dog to thrive in life comes at its own cost. Is the juice worth the squeeze?   Thanks for listening! Find us onl...

This week Panos & Luke discuss how to best show up everyday for your dog. We unpack: Self care. Taking time to recharge & be your best self Leadership is a mindset Confidence is a necessary part of guiding your dog through life Dogs reflect the parts of us that we hide & how to use this opportunity for self reflection   Thanks for listening! Find us online >> www.facebook.com/lifewithyourdogpodcas...

If your dog is fussy, it is most likely caused by you and usually because you love your dog so much. Panos sees fussy dogs regularly and shares some advice to help get your dog eating his food again. Dogs are not grazing animals and should not have access to food all day long. Stop feeding from scraps at dinner time etc. Provide windows of opportunity for your dog to understand there is a time and...

Panos & Luke just returned from a 3-day seminar where they were able to learn a bunch of dog training theory and get really nerdy with fellow dog trainers and enthusiasts. This got us thinking about the topic of "sharpening the sword", or keeping our minds and skillsets topped up with the latest knowledge. Tune in as we unpack this week's topic!   Thanks for listening! Find us online >> www.facebo...