Category: Podcast

Apr 20
Ep 35. Rachel Rodgers on Separation Anxiety and Rescue Dogs. Essential listening if you’re adopting a dog.

If you've ever brought home a rescue dog and felt like you were failing, this episode is for you.

Apr 11
Ep 34. Caroline Griffith on Dog Nutrition and what every dog guardian really needs to know

Everything you thought you knew about "complete" dog food is about to be questioned in the most empowering way possible.

Mar 25
Ep 33. Hannah Capon from Canine Arthritis Management on dog arthritis: early signs, pain, behaviour & how to help your dog

Arthritis in dogs often starts earlier than you think and the signs are easy to miss unless you know what to look for.

Mar 08
Ep 32. Victoria Stilwell on reactive dogs. A force-free guide to reactivity, trust and real life training

World-renowned dog trainer Victoria Stilwell joins The Yappy Hour to share practical, force-free guidance for living with a reactive dog using her compassionate Reactivity Zones Approach.

Feb 22
Ep 31. Tom Candy from Simplifying Shelter Behaviour on why rescue dogs struggle after adoption and how you can help them

What does a rescue dog really need in those first weeks at home? Animal behaviour specialist Tom Candy joins Nathan to share expert advice on decompression, building confidence, and everything adopters need to know to help their rescue dog truly thrive.

Feb 10
Ep 30. German Shepherd dog training with Sue Kewley of The Happy Shepherd on understanding emotional needs, busting myths & building connection

Join host Nathan Dunleavy as he sits down with Sue Kewley, founder of The Happy Shepherd, to explore the fascinating world of German Shepherds from their emotional sensitivity to the myths that surround them.

Jan 27
Ep 29. Debby Lucken (Kids Around Dogs) on Kids & Dogs: Body Language, Boundaries, Dog Phobias & Safe Family Life

Debby Lucken shares the simple, powerful framework every dog guardian (and parent) needs for calmer, safer, happier life with kids and dogs, built on body language, consent, and active supervision.

Jan 14
Ep 28. Discover the English Toy Terrier with Nikki Cole: Vulnerable Breeds, Responsible Breeders & Choosing a Dog Responsibly

Nikki Cole of Delightful Dogs Dog Training shines a light on the English Toy Terrier, a vulnerable UK breed full of loyalty, laughs, and surprising adaptability.

Dec 22
Ep 27. Shelina Duke: Poodle Training Tips & Techniques for Toy, Miniature & Standard Poodles

Poodles are clever, sensitive, and wildly misunderstood and Shelina Duke is here to show you how to build calm behaviour with brain-led training (not endless repetition).

Dec 09
Ep 26. Danielle Beck Trauma-Informed Dog Behaviourist on trauma, ‘aggressive dogs’ & helping sensitive dogs feel safe

A powerful conversation with trauma-informed behaviourist Danielle Beck on what trauma in dogs really is, why “aggression” is communication, and how to help sensitive, overwhelmed dogs feel safe again.