Unsolvable Dog Behaviour Case - so we upended their LIFESTYLE!

In this powerful episode of the Dog Parentology Podcast, Sparky is joined by Jonah Meller an independent Dog Behaviourist, ([e-mail]) to revisit the case of Kodak—a dog with severe behavioural issues that resisted every traditional method. Together, we explore how applying Canine Neurobiological Systems Science (CNSS) led to remarkable and lasting changes—not just for Kodak, but for his entire family system. Through Jonah’s perspective, we unpack how systems thinking, caregiver capacity, and neurobiological insight made it possible to reach a dog others had given up on. This is more than a case study—it’s a moving account of what becomes possible when we stop treating behaviours as symptoms and begin shifting the system itself. Key topics covered in this episode: • Dog reactivity • Behavioural issues in COVID dogs • Systems-based dog behaviour support using CNSS • Real-world application of CNSS • Family dynamics in canine rehabilitation • Why conventional dog training sometimes fails • A case that redefined the role of the caregiver Perfect for dog behaviourists, vet professionals, and dog parents navigating complex canine behaviour challenges. Advice, questions and cases for Jonah - contact him at [e-mail] Learn more about CNSS and systems thinking in dog behaviour at www.dogparentology.com Subscribe for more real cases and evidence-based insights in canine behaviour care. © 2025 Sparky. CNSS and all related frameworks are proprietary to Sparky, Canine Psychologist. No use or citation without written permission.