We Love Dogs

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with Ann Macinnes, the expert trainer behind Spogan, a behaviour focused dog training service based in the Isle of Lewis. Ann specialises in working with Border Collies and their humans - teaching not just the dogs, but empowering the handlers too. Ann uses only positive, force free methods, training is gentle, modern, and based on understanding the dog...

Send us Fan Mail The episode for Gundog lovers!!! Mark Taylor is a Dog Trainer who specialises in training Gundog breeds. He is the Owner and Head Trainer of Acer Gundog Training Ltd and is based in Royston, Hertfordshire, UK. Mark is qualified and accredited by the IMDT and The Gundog Club. Mark offers small classes, 1-to-1 personal training and has created a online academy, so that his training...

Send us Fan Mail Lorraine Tester is a Canine Behaviourist and Dynamic Dog Practitioner who offers a holistic approach with behavioural assessments and wellness checks.  She assesses how they move, behave & function in their daily lives. This helps bridge the gap between clinical findings & real - world behaviour. In this fascinating episode Cheryl and Lorraine discuss: The role she plays a...

Send us Fan Mail Dr Sophie bell is a Veterinarian & pet first aid educator. Sophie has been practicing as a Vet for over 16 years, is the founder of Animal Love Pet First Aid, an online platform which teaches pet owners & professionals essential health, wellbeing & first aid skills. In this incredible episode Cheryl and Sophie discuss: What happens during a neutering procedure Recovery...

Send us Fan Mail Andrew Hale is a well-known Certified Animal Behaviourist based in the UK. He runs Train Positive , a behaviour consultancy that focuses on complex dog behaviour issues, particularly aggression and reactivity. Andrew is a strong advocate for what he calls Dog Centred Care, an approach rooted in empathy, compassion, and understanding the emotional experiences behind a dog’s behavio...

Send us Fan Mail Kirsten Smith is a Veterinary Physiotherapist with a Degree BSc (hons) in Veterinary Physiotherapy and is based in Rosudgeon, Cornwall, UK In this episode Cheryl and Kirsten Discuss: Why she became a Veterinary Physiotherapist Her role in helping horses and dogs Her favourite condition to treat Puppies and the 5 minute rule with walking, is it best for your puppy Preventing injuri...

Send us Fan Mail Bethany Bell is a qualified Canine Behaviourist and the creator of the CDD method. In this truly fascinating episode Cheryl and Bethany discuss: Bethany's Inspiration to go in to the behaviour sector of the dog world What behaviour challenges Bethany specialises in What is the CDD method The importance of communication, connection and choice for dogs How is it different to co...

Send us Fan Mail Rachel Bean is a qualified Veterinary Nurse, Canine First Aid Tutor and Street Dog & Behaviour Advisor. In this brilliant episode Caroline, Cheryl and Rachel discuss life as a Veterinary Nurse, why Canine First Aid is so important and the fab work that Rachel does. This is what was covered in this discussion: What made Rachel go into Vet Nursing and what inspired her A typical...

Send us Fan Mail Ness Jones is a Certified Separation Anxiety Pro Behaviour Consultant (Cert. SAPBC) and runs an international programme remotely with clients around the world. Ness is also has a Diploma in Canine Behaviour from the International School for Canine Psychology & Behaviour (ISCP.Dip. Canine. Prac), is Certified in Applied Canine Ethology (CACE) from the Ethology Institute and a C...

Send us Fan Mail In this bonus episode Caroline and Cheryl have a conversation about keeping your dog safe and happy over the Easter period. In this conversation Cheryl and Caroline explore: Food that could be harmful to your dog, including chocolate, raisins, sultanas, BBQ food and xylitol Spring flowers and plants to avoid How to help your dog over this busy period What to do if you are worried...

Send us Fan Mail Sally is a Certified Canine Nutritionist with a PGDip in Canine and Feline Nutrition, she is the founder of The Canine Dietitian as well as The Canine Code. In this very interesting episode, Caroline, Cheryl and Sally Discuss: Why Sally became a Canine Nutritionist What to look for when choosing a Canine Nutritionist The impact nutrition has on health and behaviour in dogs Allergi...

Send us Fan Mail Dawn is a Dog Trainer and Behaviour Consultant based in Devon UK. Dawn is the founder of Pawsitive Canine and is also part of the Dog Geeks. In this amazing episode Dawn, Cheryl and Caroline discuss: What inspired Dawn to go into the industry Kash her rescue Malinois and the challenges she has worked through with him How using positive reinforcement and reward based training has w...

Send us Fan Mail ** Apologies for some of the sound quality during the episode ** Jamie Pound is an experienced dog trainer and the founder of UK Sniffer Dogs (as seen on Dragons' Den) In this fabulous conversation, Jamie, Caroline and Cheryl discuss: What is Scent Work Why Jamie is so passionate about Scent Work for all dogs How a dog uses their nose and how incredible it is Why Scent Work i...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Caroline and Cheryl have a conversation about positive reinforcement and reward based dog training. These are the methods that both Cheryl and Caroline use when working with dogs and their owners. In this conversation Cheryl and Caroline explore: What is positive reinforcement and reward based training Different types of rewards How these methods improve dogs and o...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Caroline and Cheryl have a conversation about the challenges that dog owners may experience when their dog is going through the adolescence stage and how to help them. In this conversation Cheryl and Caroline explore: What is Adolescence When does it start How long does it last Why does it happen What changes you may see in your dog Ways to help Why it is important...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Caroline and Cheryl have a conversation about the challenges that puppy owners may face and how to help with them. In this conversation Cheryl and Caroline explore: Puppy biting The all important sleep Toilet training Jumping up The reality of those early days and what to expect For questions or to work with Caroline, you can reach her via: Website: K9ology - Dog P...

Send us Fan Mail Come meet the hosts of our brand new podcast, We Love Dogs. In this episode Caroline Osbourn and Cheryl Marney introduce themselves and talk about their aims for this brand new venture. Caroline is a Certified Trainer with the Institute of Modern Dog Trainers (IMDT) & Behaviour Consultant  who is based in Rayleigh, Essex, UK and has years of experience helping dogs and their o...