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Help! My Dog: The Podcast. Dog Behaviour & Training Strategies that Work!
Dr Tom Mitchell
79 episodes
3 days ago
Welcoming a baby into your home is a huge transition, and if you’ve got dogs, it can add a whole new layer of complexity. This episode pulls back the curtain on what it’s REALLY like to live through that change, not just plan for it. From what worked exactly as expected to what caught us completely off guard, there’s plenty we learned from the experience that we hadn’t anticipated. You’ll hear real moments, real adjustments and real insights we gained from living through it these last few wee...
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Welcoming a baby into your home is a huge transition, and if you’ve got dogs, it can add a whole new layer of complexity. This episode pulls back the curtain on what it’s REALLY like to live through that change, not just plan for it. From what worked exactly as expected to what caught us completely off guard, there’s plenty we learned from the experience that we hadn’t anticipated. You’ll hear real moments, real adjustments and real insights we gained from living through it these last few wee...
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Help! My Dog: The Podcast. Dog Behaviour & Training Strategies that Work!
Ep 79 What Having a Baby Taught Me About Dog Training
Welcoming a baby into your home is a huge transition, and if you’ve got dogs, it can add a whole new layer of complexity. This episode pulls back the curtain on what it’s REALLY like to live through that change, not just plan for it. From what worked exactly as expected to what caught us completely off guard, there’s plenty we learned from the experience that we hadn’t anticipated. You’ll hear real moments, real adjustments and real insights we gained from living through it these last few wee...
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2 days ago
21 minutes

Help! My Dog: The Podcast. Dog Behaviour & Training Strategies that Work!
Ep 78 The Real Secret to Calming Your High-Energy Dog & You’ve Got My Attention!
If you’ve ever felt like your dog has a rocket booster attached to their tail, this episode is for you! We’re jumping back into the world of high-energy, over-the-top, can’t-sit-still dogs. You know the ones: they seem to think everything should happen at hyper speed. The ones that bounce off the walls, want to walk faster (or better yet, run!), who want everything to happen NOW (and will bark, action prompt and attention seek for it) and leave you wondering if you’re just the fun police keep...
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1 week ago
15 minutes

Help! My Dog: The Podcast. Dog Behaviour & Training Strategies that Work!
Ep 77 Why Is My Dog Barking at the TV? (And What You Can Do About It) & Too Close for Comfort
Have you ever felt like your dog has a personal vendetta against the TV? You’re not alone! In this episode, we’re diving into a listener's question about a dog who just can’t stop barking at animals on the screen. It’s a surprisingly common problem with surprisingly few answers online, and it often leaves owners feeling stuck and overwhelmed (possibly with broken TVs!). Why is your dog reacting like that to the latest Attenborough documentary as if elephants and giraffes just invaded your liv...
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2 weeks ago
15 minutes

Help! My Dog: The Podcast. Dog Behaviour & Training Strategies that Work!
Ep 76 The Smart Way to Train in a Multi-Dog Household & Woody’s Song
Managing a multi-dog household can feel like juggling with one hand tied behind your back, especially when it comes to training. How does it even work and what are the steps? You’ve probably heard that working with your dogs one at a time is the way to go, but what does that actually look like in real life? What if your dogs struggle being apart, or one starts barking the moment the other gets your attention? This episode breaks down a common roadblock many dog owners face and explores how to...
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3 weeks ago
15 minutes

Help! My Dog: The Podcast. Dog Behaviour & Training Strategies that Work!
Ep 75 Unlocking A Harness-Hating Puppy’s Superpowers for Calm, Confident Walks & She’s Got Moxie!
Is your puppy avoiding their harness or seeming less than thrilled about going for a walk? In this episode, we’re diving into why your dog might be dodging their harness (even if nothing traumatic happened) and how to reframe things and turn their walking gear into a “superhero cape” that sparks joy, calmness and confidence, transforming your walks and potential reactivity at the same time. Dr Tom Mitchell, creator of the 10-day “Help! My Walks Are Stressful” programme and renowned vet and do...
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1 month ago
16 minutes

Help! My Dog: The Podcast. Dog Behaviour & Training Strategies that Work!
Ep 74 Preparing Your Dog to Welcome a (Skin) Baby & Windy Matilda
A baby is on the way! But this time, it’s a skin baby, not a fur baby! In this episode, we’re diving into how to prepare your dog for this new arrival, whether it’s a long-term addition or just a tiny visitor. From unpredictable sounds to strange new objects, babies bring a whole lot of novelty into a dog’s world. We talk about practical, low-stress ways to help your dog adjust to all the changes even before the ‘novelty machine’ arrives. Whether you’re expecting or have the occasional skin b...
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1 month ago
22 minutes

Help! My Dog: The Podcast. Dog Behaviour & Training Strategies that Work!
Ep 73 The Secret Link Between Allergies and Dog Behaviour & It’s a Lab Thing
Is your dog a little itchier than usual this time of year? Or maybe on and off all year round? In this episode, we’re diving into the world of allergies and the subtle ways they might be affecting your dog’s behaviour – even if you’ve never thought of them as an “allergic dog”. From a vet’s perspective, we explore how low-level itchiness can spill over into your dog’s behaviour and share super practical tips to help reduce their allergen load from pollen, mites and more. You’ll learn about yo...
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1 month ago
17 minutes

Help! My Dog: The Podcast. Dog Behaviour & Training Strategies that Work!
Ep 72 Fixing That On-Lead, Off-Lead Split Personality & He’s Never Done That Before…
Does your dog behave one way on lead and a totally different way off lead? This is a super common behaviour, and in this episode, we’ll be diving into why this happens and what you can do about it. We’re getting really practical and giving you clever ways to blur the lines between “on lead” and “off lead” so your dog starts to make the same awesome choices, no matter the set up. Whether your dog dashes off the second the lead is unclipped, is constantly testing the limits of their longline or...
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1 month ago
18 minutes

Help! My Dog: The Podcast. Dog Behaviour & Training Strategies that Work!
Ep 71 When Walks Go Flat, Dealing with The Pancake Dog & Mitten Games
Have you ever been on a walk where your dog decides to stop dead in their tracks, refusing to move? They might also lie down and flatten themselves on the ground making it even harder to move them on without dragging them across the pavement (or sidewalk for the Americans). We call this “pancaking”! In this episode, you’ll be introduced to the “pancake dog”. We’ll talk about why they do it and what you can do about it (without having to drag them along behind you!). We’ll be sharing some top ...
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1 month ago
22 minutes

Help! My Dog: The Podcast. Dog Behaviour & Training Strategies that Work!
Ep 70 THIS Is Why Your Dog Training Hasn’t Worked & The Christmas of Nightmares
Why hasn’t the training you’ve done in the past worked for your dog? Is your dog still barking and lunging? Pulling on lead? Jumping at your guests? Stealing your socks? Are they still anxious, over-excited, crazy and a complete handful? The answer is simpler than you think! In this episode, we’ll be breaking down why this happens, how your dog actually learns and what you should be doing instead. Plus, we’ve got a special invite for you to join us in an exciting, free challenge to help your ...
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2 months ago
14 minutes

Help! My Dog: The Podcast. Dog Behaviour & Training Strategies that Work!
Ep 69 Can Boundaries Actually Solve Your Dog’s Struggles at Home? & Stinky Socks
If you have dogs zooming around the house, jumping on guests, launching off at every sound or creating chaos with your other dogs, you might be amazed to hear that something as simple as their bed could be your ticket to a calmer home! In this episode, we’re diving into the magic of boundaries – what they are, why they matter and how they can transform life with your dog (or dogs!). From multi-dog household struggles, visitors, doorbells and more, boundaries taught the right way can be a game...
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2 months ago
18 minutes

Help! My Dog: The Podcast. Dog Behaviour & Training Strategies that Work!
Ep 68 The Two Biggest Dog Training Mistakes (Part 2 of 2) & A Hat-Trick
Ever feel like your dog is glued to you 24/7 – following you everywhere (even the toilet!), demanding attention or struggling when you leave? It turns out that this could be due to another dog training mistake we might be making! In Part 2 of our special double feature, we’re breaking down why so many dogs have a hard time settling and staying calm when we’re not interacting with them. We’ll be learning why a “small” expectation can result in struggles with action prompting, separation anxiet...
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2 months ago
19 minutes

Help! My Dog: The Podcast. Dog Behaviour & Training Strategies that Work!
Ep 67 The Two Biggest Dog Training Mistakes (Part 1 of 2) & An Unexpected Encounter
Could these two really common things we do with our dogs be the very reason they struggle with listening to us, ignoring us or chase? In this episode, Part One of Two, we’re breaking down how a super common piece of advice might be shaping your dog’s choices in a big way. We’ll reveal a simple, secret skill that, once your dog understands it, makes life so much easier (think: no more chasing, ignoring you, sniffing too much, running off to visit dogs or people…). Plus, we’ll be sharing some s...
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2 months ago
21 minutes

Help! My Dog: The Podcast. Dog Behaviour & Training Strategies that Work!
Ep 66 Gorse Diaries Update: The Greatest Opportunity in Dog Ownership You’ll Ever Have & The Smell
Is there hope for your reactive dog? There’s more than that – there’s a life-changing opportunity. In this powerful episode, we’re giving you an update on Gorse’s emotional, inspiring journey. Once a dog paralysed by fear after a traumatic dog bite incident, you’ll find out about her remarkable transformation and latest adventure on the beach. If you’ve ever felt stuck, frustrated or like progress is impossible, this is the story you need to hear. We’ll talk about the takeaways that can turn ...
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3 months ago
24 minutes

Help! My Dog: The Podcast. Dog Behaviour & Training Strategies that Work!
Ep 65 Is Your Dog’s Behaviour Struggle Actually a Hidden Health Problem? & Seaside Freedom
Ever wondered why some dogs struggle more no matter how much training they receive? Or why some seem to regress backwards? In this episode, we’re diving into the fascinating connection between health and behaviour. Get ready to get geeky as we discover how hidden pain, allergies or gut issues could be silently contributing to your dog’s reactivity and behaviour struggles. Tune in to learn how addressing these issues could be the key to accelerating behaviour transformation and locking in last...
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3 months ago
19 minutes

Help! My Dog: The Podcast. Dog Behaviour & Training Strategies that Work!
Ep 64 How to Give Your Dog the Best Life Ever!
Ever wonder what it takes to REALLY make your dog’s life extraordinary? It’s more than just food, shelter and the occasional walk you learned about when you first got your dog. In this episode, we break down the secret formula for happiness and a long life for your dog – going beyond the basics to unlock their full potential. You’ll discover the pyramid of needs and why some of the things you’ve been told about dog care might be holding you back. Plus, we’re inviting you to take on an excitin...
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3 months ago
11 minutes

Help! My Dog: The Podcast. Dog Behaviour & Training Strategies that Work!
Ep 63 To Walk or Not To Walk? Does Exercise Help Reactive Dogs? & The Midnight Walker
Ever feel like you’re stuck in a vicious cycle of trying to exercise your dog but only seeing their behaviour get worse? In this episode, we’re looking at a tricky behaviour case where an owner was stuck walking their reactive dog five times a day in an attempt to tire them out and was faced with this exact challenge. We’ll explore the common misconception that more exercise always leads to a calmer dog and why, sometimes, completely ditching everything isn’t exactly the way to go, either. Le...
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3 months ago
17 minutes

Help! My Dog: The Podcast. Dog Behaviour & Training Strategies that Work!
Ep 62 The Two Biggest Obstacles Preventing Dog Behaviour Transformation & A Tom Toilet Training Cringe!
You’ve probably been there: you’re making progress, but then, suddenly you hit a roadblock and you feel like you’re back to square one. What’s going on? In this episode, we’re tackling the two biggest reasons why people often struggle to transform their dog’s behaviour. We’ll break down how our human brains can trick us into giving up when things get tough. Learn how to shift your mindset, avoid falling into some common traps and keep your eye on the prize. Get ready for some real transformat...
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4 months ago
20 minutes

Help! My Dog: The Podcast. Dog Behaviour & Training Strategies that Work!
Ep 61 The Surprising Skill Your Dog Needs to Transform Their Behaviour
Imagine your dog being able to make better decisions across different situations – choosing to stay calm around guests, resisting the temptation to jump on the counter, choosing their bed instead of hogging the sofa. This time, we’re not talking about calmness or disengagement. We’re uncovering the one essential skill no one’s talking about that could completely transform your dog’s behaviour – flexibility! In this episode, we’ll be exploring how teaching emotional and behavioural flexibility...
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4 months ago
10 minutes

Help! My Dog: The Podcast. Dog Behaviour & Training Strategies that Work!
Ep 60 Problem Solving a Cringe: How To (NOT) Be Our Next Cringe Story
Has your dog ever gotten over-excited and engaged in behaviours that are a bit…cringeworthy? In this episode, we’ll be problem solving a cringe story where we’ll break down the three essential skills that could have turned this situation around. We are tackling everything from arousal levels and disengagement to how to teach a ‘safety net’ to prevent future ‘cringe’ moments. Tune in to hear this incredibly relatable story and how you can help your dog handle excitement with a touch more grace...
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4 months ago
12 minutes

Help! My Dog: The Podcast. Dog Behaviour & Training Strategies that Work!
Welcoming a baby into your home is a huge transition, and if you’ve got dogs, it can add a whole new layer of complexity. This episode pulls back the curtain on what it’s REALLY like to live through that change, not just plan for it. From what worked exactly as expected to what caught us completely off guard, there’s plenty we learned from the experience that we hadn’t anticipated. You’ll hear real moments, real adjustments and real insights we gained from living through it these last few wee...