Pup Talk The Podcast

Pup Talk The Podcast Episode 150: You can't do it all

This week's episode is a surprise announcement. Plus I encourage you to reflect on your priorities with your dog. You can't do it all.   If you want help moving your anxi

Pup Talk The Podcast Episode 149: Halloween tips for anxious dogs

Halloween is the start of a challenging time of year for our dogs, especially if they're anxious or nervous.  Here are nine practical and easy tips to make Halloween le

Pup Talk The Podcast Episode 148: When dog struggles affect your mental health

Today's episode coincides with World Mental Health Day, a day to raise awareness and break the stigma around mental health struggles.   If your dog struggles in the world

Pup Talk The Podcast Episode 147: Nosework - the missing piece

For dogs that are nervous, sensitive or reactive, scent work can be transformative. And it's easy to start at home.   This week's podcast is another recap from Pup Fest 2

Pup Talk The Podcast Episode 146: Are you ready for fireworks season

Is your dog scared of fireworks? Don't wait until Bonfire Night. Get prepared now by working up your own SOS plan with me, Niki French.  If you'd like more help with a

Pup Talk The Podcast Episode 145: Getting to know Niki & Ash part 1

I thought you might like to get to know Ash and I a little bit more. So this week's episode I hand over to Ash to ask me some questions. Talking about myself is not som

Pup Talk The Podcast Episode 144: What the boys got up to

I've been on the road for 8 days, leaving Ash and Bodie to look after each other. They are both the high energy in our home; I'm normally the calming influence.  I wa

Pup Talk The Podcast Episode 143: Fearless at the vets

This podcast is from an essential Pup Fest session that is for anyone who would like their vet visits to be less stressful.   Dr Amber Batson is a vet and behaviourist an

Pup Talk The Podcast Episode 142: Dog behaviour nuggets

Andrew Hale is a certified canine behaviourist, the Behaviour Consultant at Pet Remedy, expert adviser for Canine Arthritis Management and KAD trainer.   In this Q&A, fro

Pup Talk The Podcast Episode 141: Responding to reactivity Pup Fest 2024

Surabhi Venkatesh is the founder of Luchi & Mutton's Dog Behaviour & Nutrition. During Pup Fest 2024 she delivered a brilliant presentation  about Responding to reactivit

Pup Talk The Podcast Episode 140: 3 common challenges with Whippets

Calling all Whippet lovers. Debbie Humphreys is the founder of Redhound for Dogs. She's a self-confessed Whippet addict and author of Life with a Whippet. Debbie shar

Pup Talk The Podcast Episode 139: Why your dog might need more chews

A lot of dogs enjoy chewing, but some dogs really need to chew and you might not know it.   It's not just something that's helpful for teething puppies. It can be a great

Pup Talk The Podcast Episode 138: 3 easy tips if you're stressed & struggling

Dogs can be frustrating or upsetting at times. Some people have told me they feel guilty, overwhelmed or a failure. Giving themselves a hard time for something they did.

Pup Talk The Podcast Episode 137: Seasonal allergies & Leucillin

Itchy dogs and seasonal allergies can be a struggle for a lot of us. So today's podcast is with George and Nic from Leucillin.   We talk about allergies, the knock on eff

Pup Talk The Podcast Episode 136: Doing too much with your dog?

Could you be doing too much training and enrichment with your dog?   It's something I've been exploring recently after witnessing first hand the power of doing very littl

Pup Talk The Podcast Episode 135: Yellow Space Zones - supporting anxious dogs

Have you heard of Yellow Space Zones?   The brainchild of Sarah and Matt from My Anxious Dog, they are changing the experience for dogs at some of the major dog events in

Pup Talk The Podcast Episode 134: Talking pet loss with Diane James

Ahead of National Pet Remembrance Day (5th July), I'm talking to Diane James, from the Blue Cross Pet Loss Support Service.   We talk about the various forms of pet loss,

Pup Talk The Podcast Episode 133: Some things take time

5 years ago today we collected a leggy, quite reserved but manic 8 month old puppy called Beau from Battersea Cats & Dogs Home.   This is Bodie's story so far.   I share

Pup Talk The Podcast Episode 132: Your dog's gut health with Dr Joe Inglis

Do you wonder what is going on in your dog's gut? Are spending a lot on food and supplements but not sure if you're getting it right? Your dog's gut microbiome has a hu

Pup Talk The Podcast Episode 131: Canine enrichment safety with Paws In Earnest

It's National Pet Choking Prevention Day on 22nd June that kicks off the brand new Enrichment Safety Week running 22nd-29th June.  Have you thought about safety issues