If you were at the top of your game, winning competitions and receiving approval from those around you, what would it take for you to walk away? For dog and horse specialist Pennie Clayton it was listening to the needs of her dog Flynt. During this episode Pennie shares how her understanding of dog behaviour and communication was shaped by recognising what Flynt truly enjoyed in life. We discuss how ambition and ego can sometimes get in the way of enjoying our lives with our dogs, as well as the ways they benefit when we put these things aside. This is the episode to listen to if you strive to be your dog's best friend.

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