Listen Dog Training: The Walk & Talk

From Summer Slump to Dog Training Momentum: Your September Reset

September isn’t just a time for new school terms and fresh stationery… it’s also a brilliant opportunity to bring a little more structure and focus to life with your dog.

The Coach's Mindset: A Better Way to Train Your Dog

Sometimes, the biggest transformation in dog training doesn’t come from finding the perfect technique… It comes from changing the way you see your role. In this episode,

The Way You Think About Dog Training Is Holding You Back

What if the things you think are going wrong in your dog’s training… are actually just part of the process? In this episode, we’re diving into one of the biggest mindset

The Sensitive Dog: Understanding Fear, Building Confidence & Helping Your Dog Thrive

Does your dog seem to find the world a little bit harder than others? Maybe they’re nervous around new people, overwhelmed in busy environments, reactive to dogs, worrie

Why Every Dog Owner Should Try A Dog Sport (Even If You Never Compete!)

Have you ever thought about trying a dog sport… but immediately assumed it wasn’t for you because you don’t want to compete, your dog isn’t ‘that type’ of dog, or you’re

Future-Proofing Your Dog's Brain: The Science of Keeping Your Dog Mentally Young

When we think about keeping our dogs healthy, we often focus on physical exercise, nutrition, and veterinary care. But what about their brain? In this episode of Walk &

Your Summer of Side Quests: Bringing the Joy Back to Dog Training

Have you accidentally stopped enjoying life with your dog? In this episode, we’re diving into the idea of a Summer of Side Quests - a completely different way of approac

Dog Training Mindset Hacks That Actually Work

In this episode, we’re diving into the hidden psychological side of dog training - the part no one really talks about. From imposter syndrome and second-guessing yourself

Extinction Bursts: Why Dog Behaviour Gets Worse Before It Changes (And What To Do About It!)

If you’ve ever felt like your dog’s behaviour is getting worse just as you start training properly… this episode will completely change how you see that moment. Because

Why Your Dog Loses Control on the Way to Exciting Things (And How to Fix It)

Does your dog completely lose their mind on the way to the park, the field, daycare, agility, or anywhere exciting? Think whining... barking... pulling... frantic energy

Prey Drive: Why It Feels Impossible to Train (And How to Change That)

🚀 Ready to take this work to the next level? The Listen Dog Training Membership is now OPEN - and this is where we put everything you’ve learned in this episode into act

The 5 Fastest Ways to Improve Your Dog’s Recall - Starting Today

Struggling with recall? Feeling like your dog knows it… but just doesn’t do it when it actually matters? This episode is going to change the way you think about recall t

How to Stop Using Treats Without Ruining Your Dog’s Training

At what point should you stop using treats in dog training? If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re relying too much on food, or worried that your dog will only listen if

Why You’re Burnt Out With Dog Training (And How to Fall Back in Love With It)

If dog training has started to feel heavy, frustrating, or like something you’re constantly getting wrong… this episode is going to feel like a breath of fresh air. Insp

Have We Been Doing Reactivity Training Wrong?

If you’ve ever felt like your reactive dog can only cope when you’re fully switched on, armed with treats, and managing every second - you are not imagining it. In this

You’re Not Inconsistent... You’re Overwhelmed: The Real Reason Dog Training Isn’t Sticking

In this episode of The Walk & Talk, we’ll explore the hidden reason many training plans fall apart: cognitive overload. When owners are trying to remember too many techni

Did My Dog Forget Their Socialisation? Understanding Fear, Adolescence and the Teenage Brain

Have you ever felt like your dog suddenly ‘forgot’ all their puppy socialisation? One minute they were happily greeting strangers, confidently exploring the world, and s

Why Your Dog Steals Everything (And How to Stop Counter Surfing for Good)

If your dog steals everything in sight -  food off the counter, socks from the laundry, tea towels, remote controls, or anything they can grab - you are absolutely not al

From Confused to Clear: The Skill That Transforms Your Dog Training

In this episode of The Walk & Talk, we’re diving into one of the most overlooked (and most powerful) skills in dog training: observation. You’ll learn why timing feels s

Stop Trying to Fix Your Dog’s Feelings (Do This Instead)

What if the goal of dog training isn’t to eliminate your dog’s emotions… but to help them function better within them? In this episode, I’m challenging one of the most w