Listen Dog Training: The Walk & Talk

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 curtain on dopamine - the motivatio...

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 new to dog training or you've been ...

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 unlock a totally different level o...

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, or losing your cool.

Whether you’re...

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 hormone that literally hijacks your dog...

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, but also strengthen your bond and...

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 differs from other methods
• The neuros...

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 truly right for your individual dog.

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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 your bond, and finally become more r...

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 real story behind those infamous wol...

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, impulse control, and proximity value...

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, evolutionary theory, and why your dog’s waggi...

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 reactive teenager, a nervous puppy, or j...

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 your dog  🐾 The real impact of neu...

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 successful crate conditioning, I’m her...

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 choose and teach a mutually exclusi...

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.

I’ll share:

 🐾 The 4 biggest reaso...

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 through mindset shifts, management ...

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 struggling with setbacks, feeling uninsp...