Listen Dog Training: The Walk & Talk

Multi-dog households can be magical… or they can be chaotic, stressful, and full of tension. In this episode, I’m taking you on a deep dive into everything you need to know to make life with multiple dogs work beautifully. We’ll cover how to set up your home for harmony, choose the right dog to join your family, manage different personalities and energy levels, and prevent common multi-dog problem...

Christmas is magical… but let's be honest, it can also be absolute sensory chaos for our dogs. From the doorbell ringing every six minutes to children running around high on festive excitement to endless food temptations everywhere - it’s no wonder so many dogs struggle at this time of year. But the good news? With just two weeks to go, you can completely change the way your dog copes, behaves, an...

Why does your dog listen perfectly at home… but suddenly forget everything the moment you step outside? Why does reactivity dissolve in one environment and explode in another? And why does training sometimes feel like you’re starting from scratch every time you change location? In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into the real reason behind inconsistent behaviour: your dog’s incredible abili...

Have you ever wondered why some training methods seem to work wonders for one dog but fall completely flat for another? Or why your terrier’s unstoppable energy feels nothing like your friend’s calm, biddable lab? In this episode of The Walk & Talk, we’ll unpack the fascinating world of adaptive training: a science-led, deeply intuitive approach that tailors training to each dog’s breed tenden...

Does your dog seem to get a sudden burst of energy just as you’re winding down for the evening? Maybe you’re craving a quiet, cosy night in… but your dog’s zooming, barking, or pacing around like it’s party time?! In this episode, we’re unpacking the science and strategy behind creating calm, helping you understand what your dog truly needs throughout the day so that they can genuinely switch off...

Does your dog drag you down the street like you’re in a sled race you didn’t sign up for? You’re not alone… lead pulling is one of the most common struggles dog owners face, and it’s not about dominance, stubbornness, or your dog trying to be the boss. It’s simply that dogs move faster than we do - and walking nicely beside a human just doesn’t come naturally. In this episode, I’m breaking down ho...

In this episode, we dive into one of the most empowering truths in dog training: your dog’s personality isn’t set in stone - it’s plastic. Every moment, every experience, every choice you make together is literally shaping who your dog becomes. You’ll discover how genetics, environment, and training all interact to form your dog’s unique temperament, and how neuroplasticity - the brain’s incredibl...

This week, I want to take a look at one of the most iconic animal behaviourists of all time - Jane Goodall - and how her groundbreaking work with chimpanzees can transform the way we understand and train our dogs. I’ve lovingly labelled it ‘The Goodall Effect’… how seeing your dog through the ethologist’s eye can help you connect more deeply, observe more effectively, and transform behaviours with...

In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating connection between a dog’s emotions and their behaviour... and why it’s a two-way street! You’ll learn why sometimes a dog’s behaviour isn’t just a result of their emotional state, but actually drives the emotion itself, creating self-reinforcing loops of stress or reactivity. I’ll break down the science behind this, share practical examples from...

Your garden can be a haven for your dog... or a hotspot for problem behaviours. In this episode of The Walk & Talk, I’m diving deep into the topic of garden behaviour: why dogs act the way they do in their outdoor space, how to set them up for success, and how to use your garden to boost enrichment, fitness, and good habits instead of stress and reactivity. Whether your dog barks at every pass...

In this episode, I’m diving deep into the fascinating science of emotional contagion between humans and dogs, and sharing practical ways to keep your energy balanced so you can keep showing up for your dog… even when motivation is low! This episode is equal parts science, mindset, and real-world strategy, designed to help you feel inspired, grounded, and ready to make this season count for your do...

Is your dog really misbehaving - or are their needs for fulfillment and stimulation simply not being met? In this episode of The Walk & Talk, we dive deep into one of the most common but overlooked challenges of modern dog ownership: understimulation. Our dogs may live in our human world, but their brains and bodies are wired for so much more than we usually allow. By understanding your dog’s...

Settle training might not sound glamorous, but it’s one of the most transformative skills you can teach your dog. In this episode, we dive deep into why the ability to switch off is crucial for your dog’s emotional wellbeing, how it makes daily life smoother and more enjoyable, and the science of what’s happening in your dog’s brain when they learn to relax. Whether you’ve got a high-drive working...

Is your dog bouncing off the walls, brimming with energy you just don’t know how to channel? In this episode, I’ll show you how to transform that chaos into calm focus with a simple, science-backed 7-day scentwork kickstart. Scentwork taps into your dog’s natural superpower - their nose - giving them an outlet that drains excess energy, boosts confidence, and builds an incredible bond between you....

Your dog’s ‘bad behaviour’ isn’t about stubbornness, defiance, or dominance - it’s about reinforcement. Every behaviour your dog chooses has a payoff, and once you understand what that payoff is, you hold the key to transforming their behaviour for good. In this week’s episode of The Walk & Talk, we’ll unpack the science of reinforcement and dive into exactly how to shift your dog’s habits usi...

September isn’t just about back-to-school for the kids… it’s the perfect time for you and your dog to hit reset, refocus, and embrace the fresh-start energy of autumn. In this episode, I’ll show you how to turn gloomy walks and shorter days into an opportunity to transform your dog’s training. We’ll dive into the science of learning, why structure is so powerful for dogs, and how to set achievable...

In this week’s episode of The Walk & Talk, we take a deep dive into one of the most game-changing approaches in modern dog training: concept training. This method goes far beyond obedience and surface-level behaviour fixes… Instead, it teaches us how to shape the way our dog’s brain works - building the core concepts that drive lifelong emotional stability, focus, and resilience. Whether you’v...

Think your teenage dog is just a chaotic, cue-ignoring menace you have to survive? Think again. Today I’m flipping the narrative on canine adolescence—and showing you why this misunderstood phase is actually a once-in-a-lifetime training window. If your dog is between 6 months and 2 years old (ish) this is not the time to throw in the towel or cross your fingers and hope they grow out of it. It’s...

If you’ve been working on your dog’s reactivity and it feels like nothing’s changing, this episode is for you. Because the truth is, most reactivity training skips the most important bit - the foundation work that actually sets your dog up for success before they’re anywhere near a trigger. In this episode, I’m sharing the essential, often-overlooked steps that make or break reactivity rehab. Thes...

Is your dog the kind that turns their nose up at treats during training? Do you feel stuck because everyone says to ‘just use food’… but your dog couldn’t care less? In this deep-dive episode, I unpack one of the most misunderstood training challenges: food refusal. Because here’s the truth: your dog probably is food motivated. What’s actually getting in the way is often a mix of emotional state,...

Does your dog seem to forget everything you’ve taught them the moment you step outside? Are squirrels, smells, joggers, or birds stealing their focus — no matter how hard you try to get their attention? You’re not alone — and more importantly, you’re not doing anything wrong. In this eye-opening episode, I dive deep into the neuroscience of attention, arousal, and distraction, helping you understa...

Do your beliefs shape your dog’s behaviour? In this powerful episode, we explore one of the most overlooked yet transformational aspects of dog training: your mindset. Whether you’re working through complex challenges like reactivity or just want to deepen your connection with your dog, how you think — and what you believe is possible — will directly shape your success. Want to know how your inter...

If your dog is constantly barking at every noise, every passerby, every movement outside the window—or even just at nothing at all—it’s not just annoying… it’s a message. In this episode, we dig deep beneath the barking to uncover what’s really going on inside your dog’s brain. Spoiler alert: the barking isn’t the real problem. It’s a symptom of something much deeper—nervous system dysregulation....

Before you even say a word, your dog has already read your body like a book… and made a decision. In this juicy deep dive, we’re exploring the hidden power of movement, body language, spatial pressure, and proximity in dog training - and how understanding these subtle signals can completely transform your dog’s focus, behaviour, and emotional state. But that’s not all. We’re also pulling back the...

If you’ve ever wondered why your dog sometimes seems to ‘forget’ things they definitely know… or why your training works great at home but falls apart in the real world — this episode is going to change the game. We’re diving deep into the actual mechanics of how dogs learn — not the myths, not the guesswork, but the real, science-backed strategies that help behaviours stick. Whether you’re brand...