Listen Dog Training: The Walk & Talk
Award-winning dog trainer Lisa Burton shares practical, no-nonsense strategies for dog training in each episode. She covers common challenges and provides expert advice to make training accessible and fun for all dog owners. No fluff, just real tips for lasting results.
Episodes
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, worried by sounds, sensitive to changes at home, or you’ve noticed they seem to just be constantly on alert.
If so, this episode is for you. We’re diving deep into the fascinating behavioural science behind sensitive, anxious, and fearfu
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 not sure where to start?
In this episode, we’re completely reframing what dog sports are really about! Because they aren’t just about trophies, competitions, or elite-level training; they’re about creating a shared hobby, building
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 & Talk, we're diving into the fascinating world of canine cognition and exploring what we can do throughout our dogs' lives to support their brain health, build resilience, and help them stay curious, adaptable, and engaged for y
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 approaching dog training that brings back the joy, adventure, connection, and excitement so many dog owners lose when behaviour struggles take over.
Because sometimes the biggest breakthrough doesn’t come from obsessing harder over the pr
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, to emotional overwhelm and decision fatigue, we’re unpacking why training can feel so hard even when you know what to do.
More importantly, I’m showing you how to shift out of that stuck, reactive state and into one where you fe
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 what most people interpret as regression or stubbornness is often something very different... It’s an extinction burst.
And understanding this phenomenon properly is one of the most important shifts you can make if you want to crea
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... A dog who seems SO overstimulated by the anticipation of where they’re going that they just can’t cope?!
This is about arousal, anticipation, nervous system regulation, dopamine-driven behaviour, and the emotional patterns that
Prey Drive: Why It Feels Impossible to Train (And How to Change That)
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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 training completely.
Because reliable recall isn’t about shouting louder, repeating yourself, or hoping your dog chooses you over the environment. It’s about understanding why your dog makes the decisions they do… and learning how 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 you’ve got snacks in your pocket… this episode is going to completely shift how you think about reinforcement.
In this episode, we’re diving deep into the science - unpacking when it’s essential to keep using food (especially with
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.
Inspired by the powerful ideas in Feel-Good Productivity by Ali Abdaal, I’m breaking down how shifting your emotional approach to training - away from urgency and towards enjoyment - can completely transform your results.
This isn’t ab
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 episode, we’re diving into a powerful (and slightly uncomfortable) question: what if treats alone aren’t creating the kind of lasting change you’re hoping for?
Inspired by Grisha Stewart’s BAT, we explore the difference between tra
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 techniques, rules, and instructions at once, the brain simply can’t execute them reliably in real-life situations.
This episode dives into the psychology of habit formation, the neuroscience of overwhelm, and why simple systems outp
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 strolling through busy environments without a care… and the next, they’re barking at people, hesitating in places they used to love, or acting unsure about things that were never a problem before.
If you’re living with a teenage dog
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 alone.
In this episode of The Walk & Talk, we dive deep into the science behind stealing and counter surfing so you can finally understand why this behaviour happens, why it becomes such a persistent habit, and how to solve it.
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 so hard, why your dog seems to ‘ignore’ you, and why two people can follow the exact same training plan… and get completely different results.
This isn’t about doing more. It’s about noticing more.
And once you unlock this skill
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 widely accepted ideas in modern dog training: that we should always aim to completely change how our dogs feel about things in order to change their behaviour.
Because while emotional change absolutely matters… it’s not always the f
Why Googling Your Dog’s Behaviour Is Making Things Harder
Have you ever searched your dog’s behaviour online, hoping for reassurance… only to come away feeling more confused, overwhelmed, or unsure than before?
In this episode of The Walk & Talk, I’m unpacking why Googling your dog’s behaviour so often makes things feel harder rather than easier. We’ll explore how behaviour advice gets stripped of context online, why dogs don’t fit neatly into quick
The Whole Dog: Why Behaviour Is Never Just Training
So often, dog behaviour struggles are treated as training problems - something to fix with better cues, more reps, or stricter consistency… but behaviourists know that behaviour is never just about training.
In this episode of The Walk & Talk, I’m taking you deep into the whole-dog picture: the full range of factors professional behaviourists assess when working with behaviour challenges like
What to Do When Dog Behaviour Doesn’t Improve: Training, Lifestyle & Regulation Explained
We talk about bad behaviour all the time as dog owners - pulling, barking, jumping, ignoring recall - but what if much of what we’re trying to ‘fix’ is actually just normal, functional dog behaviour playing out in a very human world?
In this episode of The Walk & Talk, we take a compassionate, science-led look at behaviour from the dog’s perspective. We explore why so many common frustrations
Why Most Dog Training Goals Fail (And How to Make Yours Stick This Year)
By the end of January, most New Year’s resolutions are already hanging by a thread - and dog training goals are no exception. If you started this year with good intentions for your dog, but you’re already feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or unsure where to focus… this episode is for you.
In this episode, we’re talking about how to set dog training goals that actually stick: goals that respect how
Separation Training for Dogs: What We’ve Been Getting Wrong About Alone Time
Separation anxiety and alone-time struggles are some of the most distressing challenges dog owners face, and yet the advice we’re often given can feel rushed, outdated, or even harmful.
In this episode of The Walk & Talk, we take a deep, science-led look at separation training for dogs, moving beyond quick fixes and ‘just leave them’ advice to explore what dogs actually need in order to feel s
Tired Isn't Calm: How to Create a More Settled, Regulated Dog
So many dog owners are stuck in a cycle of trying to wear their dog out - longer walks, more running, more stimulation - yet still living with dogs who feel fizzy, reactive, over-aroused, and hard work to coexist with!
In this episode of The Walk & Talk, we’re unpacking one of the most misunderstood concepts in modern dog training: regulation vs exertion.
You’ll learn why exhausting your dog d
How I Want You to Feel About Your Dog (And Why That Changes Everything)
What if dog training didn’t leave you feeling anxious, defeated, or like you’re constantly getting it wrong?
In this episode, I’m sharing something that sits at the very heart of my work as a dog trainer - not techniques, not quick fixes, but the emotional experience I want you to have with your dog.
Because how you feel about your dog directly shapes how you train, how your dog learns, and whethe
Your Dog’s Hardest Moments: When to Step Back and When to Step In
Reactivity training isn’t just about stopping barking or lunging - it’s about understanding how your dog’s brain learns, and knowing exactly when to give them space to make a choice… and when to step in and support them.
In this episode we break down one of the most misunderstood parts of reactive dog training: the balance between choice-based disengagement and preventative management. If you’ve e
The Twixtmas Window: Use This Week to Change Your Dog’s Year
I’ve always believed the week between Christmas and New Year has a magic all of its own - and it’s the perfect pocket of the year to imagine what life could look like… especially life with your dog!
So this week, we’re diving into how to design a year of success with your dog in 2026. Whether you’re dreaming bigger, wanting more consistency, or feeling ready to create a calmer, happier home for bo
How to Set Up a Multi-Dog Household for Success
Multi-dog households can be magical… or they can be chaotic, stressful, and full of tension. In this episode, I’m taking you on a deep dive into everything you need to know to make life with multiple dogs work beautifully. We’ll cover how to set up your home for harmony, choose the right dog to join your family, manage different personalities and energy levels, and prevent common multi-dog problem
Your Christmas Dog Training Plan: Two Weeks to a Calmer Home
Christmas is magical… but let's be honest, it can also be absolute sensory chaos for our dogs. From the doorbell ringing every six minutes to children running around high on festive excitement to endless food temptations everywhere - it’s no wonder so many dogs struggle at this time of year.
But the good news? With just two weeks to go, you can completely change the way your dog copes, behaves, an
How Dogs Learn in Pictures: The Hidden Key to Reliable Behaviour
Why does your dog listen perfectly at home… but suddenly forget everything the moment you step outside? Why does reactivity dissolve in one environment and explode in another? And why does training sometimes feel like you’re starting from scratch every time you change location?
In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into the real reason behind inconsistent behaviour: your dog’s incredible abili
Why Breed Matters… & Why It Doesn’t: The Art of Adaptive Dog Training
Have you ever wondered why some training methods seem to work wonders for one dog but fall completely flat for another? Or why your terrier’s unstoppable energy feels nothing like your friend’s calm, biddable lab?
In this episode of The Walk & Talk, we’ll unpack the fascinating world of adaptive training: a science-led, deeply intuitive approach that tailors training to each dog’s breed tenden
Your Calm Dog Evening Routine: The 5 Steps That Actually Work
Does your dog seem to get a sudden burst of energy just as you’re winding down for the evening? Maybe you’re craving a quiet, cosy night in… but your dog’s zooming, barking, or pacing around like it’s party time?!
In this episode, we’re unpacking the science and strategy behind creating calm, helping you understand what your dog truly needs throughout the day so that they can genuinely switch off
The Real Fix for Lead Pulling: How to Turn Stressful Walks into Calm, Connected Adventures
Does your dog drag you down the street like you’re in a sled race you didn’t sign up for? You’re not alone… lead pulling is one of the most common struggles dog owners face, and it’s not about dominance, stubbornness, or your dog trying to be the boss. It’s simply that dogs move faster than we do - and walking nicely beside a human just doesn’t come naturally.
In this episode, I’m breaking down ho
The Fascinating Science of How Your Dog Becomes Who They Are
In this episode, we dive into one of the most empowering truths in dog training: your dog’s personality isn’t set in stone - it’s plastic. Every moment, every experience, every choice you make together is literally shaping who your dog becomes.
You’ll discover how genetics, environment, and training all interact to form your dog’s unique temperament, and how neuroplasticity - the brain’s incredibl
The Goodall Effect: Seeing Your Dog Through the Ethologist’s Eye
This week, I want to take a look at one of the most iconic animal behaviourists of all time - Jane Goodall - and how her groundbreaking work with chimpanzees can transform the way we understand and train our dogs.
I’ve lovingly labelled it ‘The Goodall Effect’… how seeing your dog through the ethologist’s eye can help you connect more deeply, observe more effectively, and transform behaviours with
The Hidden Way Dogs Fuel Their Own Stress + How To Stop It
In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating connection between a dog’s emotions and their behaviour... and why it’s a two-way street!
You’ll learn why sometimes a dog’s behaviour isn’t just a result of their emotional state, but actually drives the emotion itself, creating self-reinforcing loops of stress or reactivity.
I’ll break down the science behind this, share practical examples from
How To Transform Your Dog’s Garden Behaviour
Your garden can be a haven for your dog... or a hotspot for problem behaviours. In this episode of The Walk & Talk, I’m diving deep into the topic of garden behaviour: why dogs act the way they do in their outdoor space, how to set them up for success, and how to use your garden to boost enrichment, fitness, and good habits instead of stress and reactivity.
Whether your dog barks at every pass
Emotional Contagion: Why Your Dog Feels What You Feel
In this episode, I’m diving deep into the fascinating science of emotional contagion between humans and dogs, and sharing practical ways to keep your energy balanced so you can keep showing up for your dog… even when motivation is low!
This episode is equal parts science, mindset, and real-world strategy, designed to help you feel inspired, grounded, and ready to make this season count for your do
Is My Dog Bored? Understanding and Fixing Understimulation in Modern Dogs
Is your dog really misbehaving - or are their needs for fulfillment and stimulation simply not being met? In this episode of The Walk & Talk, we dive deep into one of the most common but overlooked challenges of modern dog ownership: understimulation.
Our dogs may live in our human world, but their brains and bodies are wired for so much more than we usually allow. By understanding your dog’s
Settle Training That Actually Works: The Science + Your Step-by-Step Guide
Settle training might not sound glamorous, but it’s one of the most transformative skills you can teach your dog. In this episode, we dive deep into why the ability to switch off is crucial for your dog’s emotional wellbeing, how it makes daily life smoother and more enjoyable, and the science of what’s happening in your dog’s brain when they learn to relax.
Whether you’ve got a high-drive working
From Zoomies to Zen: A 7-Day Scentwork Kickstart
Is your dog bouncing off the walls, brimming with energy you just don’t know how to channel? In this episode, I’ll show you how to transform that chaos into calm focus with a simple, science-backed 7-day scentwork kickstart. Scentwork taps into your dog’s natural superpower - their nose - giving them an outlet that drains excess energy, boosts confidence, and builds an incredible bond between you.
Unlock the Reinforcement Secret That Makes Training Actually Stick
Your dog’s ‘bad behaviour’ isn’t about stubbornness, defiance, or dominance - it’s about reinforcement. Every behaviour your dog chooses has a payoff, and once you understand what that payoff is, you hold the key to transforming their behaviour for good.
In this week’s episode of The Walk & Talk, we’ll unpack the science of reinforcement and dive into exactly how to shift your dog’s habits usi
How to Harness September Energy to Transform Your Dog Training
September isn’t just about back-to-school for the kids… it’s the perfect time for you and your dog to hit reset, refocus, and embrace the fresh-start energy of autumn. In this episode, I’ll show you how to turn gloomy walks and shorter days into an opportunity to transform your dog’s training.
We’ll dive into the science of learning, why structure is so powerful for dogs, and how to set achievable
How To Reshape Your Dog's Brain For Confidence & Calm
In this week’s episode of The Walk & Talk, we take a deep dive into one of the most game-changing approaches in modern dog training: concept training.
This method goes far beyond obedience and surface-level behaviour fixes… Instead, it teaches us how to shape the way our dog’s brain works - building the core concepts that drive lifelong emotional stability, focus, and resilience.
Whether you’v
Why Adolescence Is the Golden Hour of Dog Training
Think your teenage dog is just a chaotic, cue-ignoring menace you have to survive? Think again.
Today I’m flipping the narrative on canine adolescence—and showing you why this misunderstood phase is actually a once-in-a-lifetime training window.
If your dog is between 6 months and 2 years old (ish) this is not the time to throw in the towel or cross your fingers and hope they grow out of it. It’s
5 Foundational Skills That Make or Break Reactivity Training
If you’ve been working on your dog’s reactivity and it feels like nothing’s changing, this episode is for you.
Because the truth is, most reactivity training skips the most important bit - the foundation work that actually sets your dog up for success before they’re anywhere near a trigger.
In this episode, I’m sharing the essential, often-overlooked steps that make or break reactivity rehab. Thes
How to Build Food Motivation from the Ground Up: Dog Training Unlocked
Is your dog the kind that turns their nose up at treats during training? Do you feel stuck because everyone says to ‘just use food’… but your dog couldn’t care less?
In this deep-dive episode, I unpack one of the most misunderstood training challenges: food refusal.
Because here’s the truth: your dog probably is food motivated. What’s actually getting in the way is often a mix of emotional state,
Outsmart Every Distraction: How to Hack Your Dog’s Brain for Focus
Does your dog seem to forget everything you’ve taught them the moment you step outside? Are squirrels, smells, joggers, or birds stealing their focus — no matter how hard you try to get their attention?
You’re not alone — and more importantly, you’re not doing anything wrong. In this eye-opening episode, I dive deep into the neuroscience of attention, arousal, and distraction, helping you understa
Visualisation, Mindset & Dog Training: The Neuroscience of Becoming Magnetic
Do your beliefs shape your dog’s behaviour?
In this powerful episode, we explore one of the most overlooked yet transformational aspects of dog training: your mindset. Whether you’re working through complex challenges like reactivity or just want to deepen your connection with your dog, how you think — and what you believe is possible — will directly shape your success.
Want to know how your inter
Why Your Dog Won’t Stop Barking & What Their Brain Is Trying to Tell You
If your dog is constantly barking at every noise, every passerby, every movement outside the window—or even just at nothing at all—it’s not just annoying… it’s a message.
In this episode, we dig deep beneath the barking to uncover what’s really going on inside your dog’s brain. Spoiler alert: the barking isn’t the real problem. It’s a symptom of something much deeper—nervous system dysregulation.
Move with Meaning: Dopamine, Body Language & How Dogs Really Read You
Before you even say a word, your dog has already read your body like a book… and made a decision.
In this juicy deep dive, we’re exploring the hidden power of movement, body language, spatial pressure, and proximity in dog training - and how understanding these subtle signals can completely transform your dog’s focus, behaviour, and emotional state.
But that’s not all.
We’re also pulling back the
How Learning Actually Works in Dogs — Timing, Feedback Loops & Habit Formation
If you’ve ever wondered why your dog sometimes seems to ‘forget’ things they definitely know… or why your training works great at home but falls apart in the real world — this episode is going to change the game.
We’re diving deep into the actual mechanics of how dogs learn — not the myths, not the guesswork, but the real, science-backed strategies that help behaviours stick.
Whether you’re brand
Breed-Specific Enrichment: Exactly How To Hack Your Dog’s DNA For Better Behaviour
Is your dog bored, hyper, reactive or destructive — even though you thought you were giving them enough exercise and attention? It might not be a behaviour problem... it might be an enrichment mismatch.
In this jam-packed episode, I’m diving into one of the most transformative topics in dog training: breed-specific enrichment. We’ll explore how understanding your dog’s original working purpose can
The Missing Link: Why Engagement Taught Like THIS Will Transform Your Dog Training
Is your dog tuned out when it matters most? Do they ignore your cues outside, even though they know it at home? You’re not alone — and the issue isn’t obedience... it’s engagement.
In this value-packed episode, we’re digging into what engagement really means, why it’s the key to joyful, reliable training, and how to become the most reinforcing thing in your dog’s world — without nagging, bribing,
Cortisol vs Connection: How Stress Hijacks Your Dog’s Brain (And How to Help)
In this powerful, science-backed episode, we dive deep into one of the most misunderstood challenges in dog training: stress.
If your dog ‘knows it at home’ but forgets everything outside, or seems to shut down, bark, lunge, or completely ignore you in the real world — there’s likely something big happening under the surface. That ‘bad’ behaviour? It’s often the result of cortisol, the stress horm
The 3 Daily Routine Tweaks That Will Turn Your Wild, Chaotic Dog Into a Calm, Focused Companion
In this episode of The Walk & Talk, I’m diving deep into transforming your wild, chaotic dog into a calm, focused companion - using just three daily routine tweaks. If you’ve ever felt frustrated by endless pulling on the lead or overwhelming distractions on your walks, this episode is your blueprint for change. I reveal simple, science-backed methods that not only reshape how your dog behaves
Relationship-Based Training: Buzzword or Breakthrough?
In this episode, we’ll dive deep into one of the most popular - and misunderstood - concepts in modern dog training: relationship-based training.
Is it just another fluffy social media trend, or is it a powerful, science-backed training philosophy that can change your dog’s behaviour and your bond forever?
In this episode, you’ll learn:
What defines relationship-based training — and how it differ
To Spay Or Not To Spay: The Truth About Hormones, Health & Behaviour
Thinking about whether or not to spay your female dog? Or when the right time might be? This episode of The Walk & Talk is here to guide you through the real facts... not the outdated one-size-fits-all advice, not the guilt trips, and definitely not the fear-mongering.
We’ll explore the risks, the benefits, the behavioural impacts, and the hormonal picture, so you can make a decision that’s tr
The Dopamine Secret: How to Make Your Dog Choose You Over the World
Ever wondered why your dog seems more interested in a leaf blowing down the street than your recall cue? Or why their ears perk up at the sound of the fridge but not your voice?
It all comes down to one powerful brain chemical: dopamine.
In this episode of The Walk & Talk, I’m diving deep into the science of dopamine and how you can use it to massively boost your training results, strengthen y
The Lie That Shaped Dog Training For Decades: The Truth About Dominance in Dogs + Why It’s Misunderstood
What if everything you were told about being your dog’s ‘alpha’ was built on a misinterpretation of stressed-out wolves in captivity? In this eye-opening episode of The Walk & Talk, I take you on a deep-dive through the shaky science behind dominance theory, the myth of the ‘alpha dog,’ and the long-lasting impact this outdated ideology still has on modern dog training.
You'll learn:
🐾 The re
Why You’re STILL Stuck With Your Dog’s Problem Behaviour & The One Shift That Will Move You Forward
In this episode of The Walk and Talk, we’re digging into why hyper-fixating on your dog’s surface-level behaviour problems — like pulling on lead or ignoring a recall — keeps you stuck in frustration. Real, lasting change doesn’t come from slapping a quick fix on the struggle you can see. It comes from identifying and addressing the bigger-picture concepts underneath — like focus, disengagement, i
Wired for Each Other: The Incredible Science Behind the Dog-Human Connection
You’re not just your dog’s food dispenser or walk provider—you’re their emotional anchor, communication partner, and literal brain-shaper. This episode dives into the science of that relationship, uncovering how dogs have evolved to thrive with humans—not other dogs—and why that changes everything about how we train, raise, and relate to them.
We’re talking oxytocin spikes, brain scans, evolutiona
Your Dog Just Got Rushed... Here’s What To Do Next (From a Pro Dog Trainer)
You’re doing everything right—training consistently, building your dog’s confidence, setting them up for success… and then BAM. An off-lead dog barrels into your walk and turns everything upside down. In this episode of The Walk & Talk, I’m sharing exactly what to do after a negative experience like an aggressive dog encounter, so it doesn’t undo all your hard work.
Whether your dog is a react
The Neutering Debate: What Science Really Says Will Happen To Your Dog’s Behaviour & Why
Thinking about neutering your dog? With so much conflicting advice out there - some say do it early, some say wait, some say don’t do it at all - it’s hard to know what’s actually right for your dog.
In this episode of The Walk & Talk, I’m cutting through the confusion and breaking down the real science behind neutering. We’ll dive into:
🐾 What testosterone actually does to your dog and for y
The Great Crate Debate: Is Crate Training Your Dog Kind or Cruel?
Crate training—essential tool or unnecessary confinement? In this episode of The Walk & Talk, I dive deep into the hotly debated topic of crate training. I’ll be busting myths, tackling common misconceptions, and breaking down exactly how I approach crate training in a way that makes perfect sense.
From the controversial “Would you put your baby in one?” argument to the real secret behind suc
Naughty Dog SOS: The 3-Step Formula to Fix ANY Problem Behaviour – For Good!
Ever found yourself saying, “I just wish my dog would stop doing that”? Whether it’s counter-surfing, barking at the door, jumping up, or any other behavior that’s low-key driving you up the wall, this episode has you covered. 🎯
Today, I’m giving you my 3-step training formula that works on any problem behavior—without frustration, overwhelm, or unrealistic expectations.
You’ll learn:
✅ How to c
Patience Isn’t Passive: Why Slowing Down Gets Faster Results in Your Dog Training
Are you stuck in an endless cycle of training frustration? Rushing progress, pushing too hard, and still not seeing results? In this episode of The Walk & Talk, I’m breaking down why patience isn’t passive—it’s actually the secret to training success. Whether you’re working on obedience, sports training, or behaviour modification, the fastest way to real progress is often slowing things down.
Why is Reactivity Becoming More Common in Dogs?
Reactivity in dogs is on the rise—but why? And more importantly, what can you do about it?
In this episode of The Walk & Talk, I’m breaking down what reactivity actually is, why more and more dogs are struggling with it, and how you can take real, effective steps to help your dog feel calmer and more in control. Whether your dog reacts out of fear, frustration, or over-arousal, I’ll guide you
From Frustration to Fun: The Dog Training Mindset Hack
Feeling stuck, frustrated, or like training has become a chore? You’re not alone—but what if I told you that shifting your mindset could transform not only your dog’s progress but also how much you enjoy training? In this episode, I’ll share simple yet powerful mindset shifts, practical training hacks, and life-changing perspectives to help you fall back in love with training. Whether you’re strug
Understanding and Embracing Your Adolescent Dog’s Journey
Adolescence is one of the trickiest (and most misunderstood) phases of dog ownership—but what if you could actually use this stage to create a stronger, more connected partnership with your dog? In this episode of The Walk & Talk, I’m breaking down the science behind your teenage dog’s wild behaviour, why they’re suddenly ignoring you, and how you can navigate this phase with confidence. If yo
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