Rewriting the Rules: Raising Dogs with Heart, Science and Soul

Jess Jones and the REGAIN Method

In this episode of Rewriting The Rules, I sit down with Jess Jones to discuss the REGAIN Method, a compassionate and relationship-focused approach to supporting dogs and

Are We Truly Present With Our Dogs?

  Are we truly living with our dogs, or are they quietly living around us? In this thought-provoking episode of Rewriting the Rules, Bethany Bell explores the differenc

When Dogs Grieve.

Do dogs grieve? What does dog grief actually look like? And how can you support a dog after the loss of another dog, a person, or an animal companion? In this episode of

Teaching Dogs Life Skills Not Just Commands

In this episode of Rewriting the Rules, we explore what it really means to build a meaningful relationship with a dog, and why obedience is not the same as understanding.

Dog Play: What’s Healthy, What Isn’t, and Why It Matters More Than You Think

Dog Play: What’s Healthy, What Isn’t, and Why It Matters More Than You Think   Dog play is one of the most misunderstood topics in the dog world. In this episode, we ex

Diet and Nutrition: Feeding Dogs for Emotional and Behavioural Health

In this episode, we explore diet and nutrition through a much wider lens than calories, protein percentages, or trends.   Food does not just affect the body. It affects t

When the Years Catch Up: Navigating Ageing, Presence, and Love

As our dogs grow older, so do we — not just in years, but in depth, awareness, and presence. In this reflective episode, Bethany shares the emotional landscape of ageing

The Myth of the Neutral Dog

What if the calmest dogs aren’t truly calm — just quietly overwhelmed? In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, canine behaviourist and CDD Method creator Bethany

The Obedience Hangover

Have we mistaken obedience for understanding? In this episode of Rewriting the Rules, I’m exploring what I call “The Obedience Hangover” - that quiet, uneasy space we fi

The Myth of the Perfect Dog

  Once upon a time, I thought there was such a thing as the perfect dog. The one who walked calmly on the lead, ignored every distraction, greeted other dogs politely,

Letting Go of Control: Finding Freedom in Trust

Are we really in control - or just afraid of what happens if we’re not? In this powerful episode of Rewriting the Rules, Bethany Bell explores our deep-rooted fear of let

Can You Really Train Impulse Control?

We’ve all heard of “impulse control training” - teaching dogs to wait, leave food, or stay calm when excited. But are these exercises truly helping dogs develop emotional

Enrichment or Pressure? Rethinking Food Games and What Dogs Really Need

We’re told enrichment is essential for our dogs -  puzzle feeders, lick mats, Kongs, scatter feeding, and endless “mental stimulation.” But is it really enriching our dog

When Breeds Don’t Match Our Lifestyle: Rethinking Expectations of Dogs

Collies told not to herd. Huskies told not to run. Guarding breeds told not to guard. In today’s world, we often expect dogs to suppress the very instincts they were bre

Beyond Behaviourism: A Holistic Approach to Dogs with Rebecca Hanlon (The Dog Witch)

What does holistic dog care really mean? And how is it different from traditional behaviourism? In this in-depth conversation, I sit down with Rebecca Hanlon - also known

Raising Puppies Naturally: Rethinking Sleep, Socialisation & Early Learning

Bringing a new puppy home is magical — and overwhelming. Everywhere you turn, there’s advice: crate train right away, enforce 18–20 hours of sleep, limit walks to 5 minut

Crates, Cages, and the Truth We’ve Been Sold

We’re told that crates are a “safe space,” a necessity for toilet training, or a tool to stop chewing. We’re told dogs love their crates if we train them positively. But

Rethinking Canine Training: Building Trust Over Tolerance

Welcome to another episode of "Rewriting the Rules" with Bethany Bell, where we venture beyond conventional dog training methods to foster deeper connections. Today, we'r

EPS: 3 - The Nervous System – What’s Really Happening Beneath the Behaviour

🎙️ Episode 3: The Nervous System – What’s Really Happening Beneath the Behaviour In this episode of Rewriting The Rules, we explore what’s really going on under the surf

EPS: 2 - Beyond Labels: Understanding Your Dog's True Needs

Welcome to this episode of Rewriting the Rules, where we shift the focus from control to understanding in our relationship with dogs. Host Bethany Bell, creator of the Ca