Positively Dog Training - The Official Victoria Stilwell Podcast

The Social Lives of Dogs and What They Teach Us with Sindhoor Pangal

In this episode, we explore the social health of dogs, insights from free living dogs, and how understanding their behavior can improve our relationships with our pets. S

The Work of the RSPCA with David Bowles

David Bowles, Head of Public Affairs and Campaigns for the RSPCA, joins Victoria to talk about the history, achievements, and ongoing challenges in animal welfare campaig

Senior Dogs, Dementia, and Brain Games with Kay Attwood

UK dog trainer Kay Attwood joins Victoria to share behind-the-scenes stories from her new UK TV series, Wagging Rights, which features comedians and their dogs, and why s

A Growing Concern for the Welfare of Dogs at Crufts with Yaz Porritt

Victoria delves into the systemic welfare issues at Crufts 2026 with canine massage therapist and consultant Yaz Porritt, highlighting incidents of mishandling, lack of w

Habituation and Watching the World Go By with Irith Bloom

Join Victoria and Irith Bloom as they explore habituation, stress coping skills for animals, and how to effectively use these techniques in training and behavior modifica

Canine Intelligence and Puppy Kindergarten with Vanessa Woods

Join Victoria Stilwell as she interviews Vanessa Woods, a renowned researcher and director of Duke Puppy Kindergarten, about canine cognition, bonobos, and innovative pup

How to Get Ahead in the Dog Training Business with Gina Phairas and Veronica Boutelle

Running a dog training business? Victoria hosts Gina Phairas and Veronica Boutelle from Dogbiz to discuss how dog trainers can build successful, sustainable businesses, t

Learned Helplessness and Learned Control with Kristina Spaulding

In this episode, Victoria and Kristina Spaulding discuss learned helplessness and learned control in dogs, exploring their neurobiology, impact of trauma, and implication

Away to Me and the Ridglan Beagles with Patricia McConnell

In this episode, famed dog behavior expert Patricia McConnell joins Victoria Stilwell to discuss Patricia's new mystery novel, Away to Me, why no dogs die in her boo

Unlocking Supportive Walking with Andrew Hale

Andrew Hale joins Victoria to explore supportive walking and practical strategies for understanding and managing dogs' behavior in challenging environments. They ans

An in-depth look at separation anxiety with Malena DeMartini

Separation anxiety expert Malena DeMartini joins Victoria to explore the causes, symptoms, and effective treatment strategies for canine separation anxiety. They explore

Misadventures of the Okayest Dog Trainer and Misogyny in the Dog Training Industry with Melissa McCue-McGrath

Melissa McCue-McGrath joins Victoria to discuss her new book 'Misadventures of the World's Okayest Dog Trainer,' her experiences with unconventional cases,

Giving Dogs a Good End with Helen St. Pierre

Helen St. Pierre joins Victoria to share her inspiring journey from shelter work to founding Old Dogs Go to Helen, a sanctuary dedicated to providing end-of-life care for

Shock Collars, Ask the Dog, and Advances in Veterinary Medicine with Steve Dale

 In this podcast episode, Victoria Stilwell and Steve Dale discuss his new book, Ask the Dog, and the importance of consent and bite prevention.  Their freewheeling conv

Puppy Socialization with Jo Pay

Jo Pay joins Victoria to discuss her journey of raising a new puppy, Jig, a 16-week-old border collie. They explore the challenges and joys of puppy training, the importa

Supportive Walking and Threat Circuits with Andrew Hale

Andrew Hale joins Victoria to discuss the profound impact of Sarah Fisher on the dog training community, emphasizing the importance of curiosity in both personal and prof

Understanding Canine Pain with Yaz Porritt

Yaz Porritt joins Victoria to discuss the critical aspects of pain management and nutrition in dogs, including the importance of understanding pain as a multifaceted issu

The Battle Over Conformation with Beverley Cuddy

Beverly Cuddy joins Victoria to discuss the complexities surrounding dog breeding and health assessments in the UK, including the newly introduced Innate Health Assessmen

India’s Free-Living Dogs in Crisis - Sindhoor Pangal

Victoria is joined by canine behavior consultant, anthropozoologist, and upcoming Dog Behavior Conference speaker Sindhoor Pangal to explore the pressing issues surroundi

Trauma-Informed Care with Daniel Shaw

Victoria and Daniel Shaw delve into the complexities of canine behavior, focusing on trauma-informed care, the impact of stress on dogs, and the importance of understandi