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When someone we love has experienced trauma, our instinct is often to do everything we can to make them feel better. But is doing more always the answer? In this episode, we explore the psychology of trauma, pain and dissociation, why someone might seem distant or disconnected, and how we can offer comfort, co-regulation and a sense of safety without adding pressure. We also look at why supporting someone through trauma can be difficult for us, too. Register Here For The Upcoming Workshop: When Your Brain Won't Switch Off Join me for a live, practical psychology workshop to quieten the mental noise, break free from overthinking and find more calm in everyday life. We'll explore why our brains do what they do and, importantly, practical strategies you can actually use. Limited spaces. Tickets are £55. Register Here: https://pawsupdogs.samcart.com/products/when-your-brain-wont-switch-off ----------------------------------------- 1. If you'd like my support on your journey with your dog, please visit www.pawsupdogs.com I offer: - Self-paced online courses and a membership for dog guardians and trainers -  Digital 1:1 Trauma informed dog assessments for dog guardians and business assessments for dog trainers - Higher level mentorship for dog guardians and trainers 2. To Join Canine Connection (my training and support membership for BOTH ends of the lead, please click here 3. I love answering your listener questions so if you have a question for me, please click here to submit it and I might just answer it on the podcast! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Here are some other resources available for you and your dog: 1. To register for one of our behavioural workshops (for in depth support on everything from reactivity, recall, separation anxiety, leash walking, car travel, vet visits, puppies and more) please click here 2. To join our free facebook group click here 3. Are you a dog professional? Check out our podcast for pet pros here ** Come and see us at www.pawsupdogs.com ** Join our private facebook group. Click here ** Follow us on instagram @pawsupdogstraining

Why can one frustrating moment with your dog completely overshadow several days of progress? In this episode, we explore the psychology of setbacks, why our brains give so much weight to what goes wrong, and how the mess-ups themselves can be where some of our most valuable learning happens. Register Here For The Upcoming Workshop: When Your Brain Won't Switch Off Join me for a live, practical psychology workshop to quieten the mental noise, break free from overthinking and find more calm in everyday life. We'll explore why our brains do what they do and, importantly, practical strategies you can actually use. Just 50 places available. Early-bird tickets are £27, increasing to £55 soon. Register Here : https://pawsupdogs.samcart.com/products/when-your-brain-wont-switch-off ----------------------------------------- 1. If you'd like my support on your journey with your dog, please visit www.pawsupdogs.com I offer: - Self-paced online courses and a membership for dog guardians and trainers -  Digital 1:1 Trauma informed dog assessments for dog guardians and business assessments for dog trainers - Higher level mentorship for dog guardians and trainers 2. To Join Canine Connection (my training and support membership for BOTH ends of the lead, please click here 3. I love answering your listener questions so if you have a question for me, please click here to submit it and I might just answer it on the podcast! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Here are some other resources available for you and your dog: 1. To register for one of our behavioural workshops (for in depth support on everything from reactivity, recall, separation anxiety, leash walking, car travel, vet visits, puppies and more) please click here 2. To join our free facebook group click here 3. Are you a dog professional? Check out our podcast for pet pros here ** Come and see us at www.pawsupdogs.com ** Join our private facebook group. Click here ** Follow us on instagram @pawsupdogstraining

You’ve bought the course, booked the support, made the plan and promised yourself you’ll start tomorrow… so why aren’t you doing the damn thing?  In this episode, we explore what might really be underneath avoidance when it comes to working with your dog and how to help yourself. And if you need a bit of extra support….. One thing I love for keeping myself on track is a daily reminder and a commitment to do the thing immediately, which is exactly why we created the 30 Day Reset.  Every day you'll get one simple task by email that takes 10 minutes or less, and because the tasks don't follow a sequence, there's no “getting behind” if you miss one; podcast listeners can join for just £7 (usually £30) here: https://pawsupdogs.samcart.com/products/the-30-day-reset ----------------------------------------- 1. If you'd like my support on your journey with your dog, please visit www.pawsupdogs.com I offer: - Self-paced online courses and a membership for dog guardians and trainers -  Digital 1:1 Trauma informed dog assessments for dog guardians and business assessments for dog trainers - Higher level mentorship for dog guardians and trainers 2. To Join Canine Connection (my training and support membership for BOTH ends of the lead, please click here 3. I love answering your listener questions so if you have a question for me, please click here to submit it and I might just answer it on the podcast! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Here are some other resources available for you and your dog: 1. To register for one of our behavioural workshops (for in depth support on everything from reactivity, recall, separation anxiety, leash walking, car travel, vet visits, puppies and more) please click here 2. To join our free facebook group click here 3. Are you a dog professional? Check out our podcast for pet pros here ** Come and see us at www.pawsupdogs.com ** Join our private facebook group. Click here ** Follow us on instagram @pawsupdogstraining

Your dog does the thing, you get triggered, you react, and then comes the guilt, shame and promise that next time you'll handle it differently. In this episode, we're talking about breaking those emotional patterns, forgiving yourself for the moments you're not proud of, giving yourself another chance, and allowing other people to support you when things feel hard. Are you living with depression or low mood? In honour of Suicide Awareness Month, you can get my Specialised Workshop: Better Manage Depression As A Dog Parent for just £11 (normally £55) with code SEPTEMBER. https://pawsupdogs.samcart.com/products/specialised-workshop-better-manage-depression-as-a-dog-parent Get the Thrive recordings right here: https://pawsupdogs.samcart.com/products/thrive-recordings-guardian ----------------------------------------- 1. If you'd like my support on your journey with your dog, please visit www.pawsupdogs.com I offer: - Self-paced online courses and a membership for dog guardians and trainers -  Digital 1:1 Trauma informed dog assessments for dog guardians and business assessments for dog trainers - Higher level mentorship for dog guardians and trainers 2. To Join Canine Connection (my training and support membership for BOTH ends of the lead, please click here 3. I love answering your listener questions so if you have a question for me, please click here to submit it and I might just answer it on the podcast! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Here are some other resources available for you and your dog: 1. To register for one of our behavioural workshops (for in depth support on everything from reactivity, recall, separation anxiety, leash walking, car travel, vet visits, puppies and more) please click here 2. To join our free facebook group click here 3. Are you a dog professional? Check out our podcast for pet pros here ** Come and see us at www.pawsupdogs.com ** Join our private facebook group. Click here ** Follow us on instagram @pawsupdogstraining

Not every challenge with your dog needs a big training or behaviour plan. Sometimes making life easier through simple management is the best choice for both you and your dog.  In this episode, we talk through letting go of other people’s expectations and choosing what genuinely works for you. Are you living with depression or low mood? In honour of Suicide Awareness Month get my Specialised Workshop: Better Manage Depression As A Dog Parent for just £11 (normally £55) with code SEPTEMBER. Here's the link: https://pawsupdogs.samcart.com/products/specialised-workshop-better-manage-depression-as-a-dog-parent ----------------------------------------- 1. If you'd like my support on your journey with your dog, please visit www.pawsupdogs.com I offer: - Self-paced online courses and a membership for dog guardians and trainers -  Digital 1:1 Trauma informed dog assessments for dog guardians and business assessments for dog trainers - Higher level mentorship for dog guardians and trainers 2. To Join Canine Connection (my training and support membership for BOTH ends of the lead, please click here 3. I love answering your listener questions so if you have a question for me, please click here to submit it and I might just answer it on the podcast! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Here are some other resources available for you and your dog: 1. To register for one of our behavioural workshops (for in depth support on everything from reactivity, recall, separation anxiety, leash walking, car travel, vet visits, puppies and more) please click here 2. To join our free facebook group click here 3. Are you a dog professional? Check out our podcast for pet pros here ** Come and see us at www.pawsupdogs.com ** Join our private facebook group. Click here ** Follow us on instagram @pawsupdogstraining

So many of you ask for video along with audio so here it is ! Use this link to listen to the full 5 reasons why so many dogs don't recover from reactivity: https://chipper-motivator-1687.kit.com/d06ffb332b ----------------------------------------- 1. If you'd like my support on your journey with your dog, please visit www.pawsupdogs.com I offer: - Self-paced online courses and a membership for dog guardians and trainers -  Digital 1:1 Trauma informed dog assessments for dog guardians and business assessments for dog trainers - Higher level mentorship for dog guardians and trainers 2. To Join Canine Connection (my training and support membership for BOTH ends of the lead, please click here 3. I love answering your listener questions so if you have a question for me, please click here to submit it and I might just answer it on the podcast! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Here are some other resources available for you and your dog: 1. To register for one of our behavioural workshops (for in depth support on everything from reactivity, recall, separation anxiety, leash walking, car travel, vet visits, puppies and more) please click here 2. To join our free facebook group click here 3. Are you a dog professional? Check out our podcast for pet pros here ** Come and see us at www.pawsupdogs.com ** Join our private facebook group. Click here ** Follow us on instagram @pawsupdogstraining

Reactivity doesn’t just show up when the trigger does. it can shape your relationships, your confidence, your plans, your freedom and your dog’s quality of life. In this episode, we look at the ripple effects of working through reactivity and what becomes possible when it no longer dictates your life. If you'd like to see the details for Reactive Dog Support Camp, click here: https://www.pawsupdogs.com/reactivedogsupportcamp To book a 10min chat with me, click here: https://pawsupdogsconsultations.as.me/?appointmentType=97340298 ----------------------------------------- 1. If you'd like my support on your journey with your dog, please visit www.pawsupdogs.com I offer: - Self-paced online courses and a membership for dog guardians and trainers -  Digital 1:1 Trauma informed dog assessments for dog guardians and business assessments for dog trainers - Higher level mentorship for dog guardians and trainers 2. To Join Canine Connection (my training and support membership for BOTH ends of the lead, please click here 3. I love answering your listener questions so if you have a question for me, please click here to submit it and I might just answer it on the podcast! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Here are some other resources available for you and your dog: 1. To register for one of our behavioural workshops (for in depth support on everything from reactivity, recall, separation anxiety, leash walking, car travel, vet visits, puppies and more) please click here 2. To join our free facebook group click here 3. Are you a dog professional? Check out our podcast for pet pros here ** Come and see us at www.pawsupdogs.com ** Join our private facebook group. Click here ** Follow us on instagram @pawsupdogstraining

If your dog barks or whines relentlessly at you, it can leave you feeling overwhelmed, frustrated and anything but calm. In this episode, I'm sharing five practical (and slightly unconventional!) ways to help you stay consistent, even when your dog's demand barking is pushing every button you've got. If this episode hit a little too close to home, you'll love my workshop, A Fresh Look at Demand Barking. I'll help you understand what's really driving your dog's behaviour and show you practical, effective ways to break the cycle. The workshop is currently reduced from £55 to £35 until 21st August. Just use the code BARK at checkout. Register here: https://pawsupdogs.samcart.com/products/specialised-workshop-a-fresh-look-at-demand-barking ----------------------------------------- 1. If you'd like my support on your journey with your dog, please visit www.pawsupdogs.com I offer: - Self-paced online courses and a membership for dog guardians and trainers -  Digital 1:1 Trauma informed dog assessments for dog guardians and business assessments for dog trainers - Higher level mentorship for dog guardians and trainers 2. To Join Canine Connection (my training and support membership for BOTH ends of the lead, please click here 3. I love answering your listener questions so if you have a question for me, please click here to submit it and I might just answer it on the podcast! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Here are some other resources available for you and your dog: 1. To register for one of our behavioural workshops (for in depth support on everything from reactivity, recall, separation anxiety, leash walking, car travel, vet visits, puppies and more) please click here 2. To join our free facebook group click here 3. Are you a dog professional? Check out our podcast for pet pros here ** Come and see us at www.pawsupdogs.com ** Join our private facebook group. Click here ** Follow us on instagram @pawsupdogstraining

Your dog loves to sniff, but that doesn't mean they can't listen when it's needed. Discover how to get your dog's attention without competing with the most powerful reward in their world.  Just before you go, if you've got a dog with selective recall, my popular "Recall Secrets For Dog Parents" workshop is currently reduced from £55 to £11 until 12th August. Here's the link: https://pawsupdogs.samcart.com/products/recall-secrets-for-pet-parents Use code COMEBACK at checkout. ----------------------------------------- 1. If you'd like my support on your journey with your dog, please visit www.pawsupdogs.com I offer: - Self-paced online courses and a membership for dog guardians and trainers -  Digital 1:1 Trauma informed dog assessments for dog guardians and business assessments for dog trainers - Higher level mentorship for dog guardians and trainers 2. To Join Canine Connection (my training and support membership for BOTH ends of the lead, please click here 3. I love answering your listener questions so if you have a question for me, please click here to submit it and I might just answer it on the podcast! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Here are some other resources available for you and your dog: 1. To register for one of our behavioural workshops (for in depth support on everything from reactivity, recall, separation anxiety, leash walking, car travel, vet visits, puppies and more) please click here 2. To join our free facebook group click here 3. Are you a dog professional? Check out our podcast for pet pros here ** Come and see us at www.pawsupdogs.com ** Join our private facebook group. Click here ** Follow us on instagram @pawsupdogstraining

Have you ever felt like you're failing your sensitive dog, even though you're trying your absolute best? In this episode, we explore where those feelings of judgement often come from and why looking after yourself is such an important part of supporting your dog. Join me for my free live event, Thrive With Your Sensitive Dog (starting 29th July, 2026), to explore this in much more depth.  Register free here: https://www.pawsupdogs.com/thrive-sensitive-dog/ ----------------------------------------- 1. If you'd like my support on your journey with your dog, please visit www.pawsupdogs.com I offer: - Self-paced online courses and a membership for dog guardians and trainers -  Digital 1:1 Trauma informed dog assessments for dog guardians and business assessments for dog trainers - Higher level mentorship for dog guardians and trainers 2. To Join Canine Connection (my training and support membership for BOTH ends of the lead, please click here 3. I love answering your listener questions so if you have a question for me, please click here to submit it and I might just answer it on the podcast! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Here are some other resources available for you and your dog: 1. To register for one of our behavioural workshops (for in depth support on everything from reactivity, recall, separation anxiety, leash walking, car travel, vet visits, puppies and more) please click here 2. To join our free facebook group click here 3. Are you a dog professional? Check out our podcast for pet pros here ** Come and see us at www.pawsupdogs.com ** Join our private facebook group. Click here ** Follow us on instagram @pawsupdogstraining

We spend so much time focusing on what our dogs need that it's easy to forget about the person at the other end of the lead - you. In this episode, we explore why your wellbeing matters just as much as your dog's, and how looking after yourself isn't selfish. It's actually one of the greatest gifts you can give your dog. Join for free here: https://www.pawsupdogs.com/thrive/ If today's episode resonated with you, I'd love to invite you to KIENO Presents: Thrive—a brand new free three-day online event taking place from 9th–11th July. Thrive has been created to help people thrive, so dogs can too. Over three days we'll explore practical ways to build resilience, protect your wellbeing and create a more sustainable, fulfilling life with dogs. There are dedicated sessions for both dog guardians and dog professionals, alongside keynote sessions for everyone, so whether you're sharing your life with one dog or helping hundreds through your work, you'll find a place here. Register Here: https://www.pawsupdogs.com/thrive/ ----------------------------------------- 1. If you'd like my support on your journey with your dog, please visit www.pawsupdogs.com I offer: - Self-paced online courses and a membership for dog guardians and trainers -  Digital 1:1 Trauma informed dog assessments for dog guardians and business assessments for dog trainers - Higher level mentorship for dog guardians and trainers 2. To Join Canine Connection (my training and support membership for BOTH ends of the lead, please click here 3. I love answering your listener questions so if you have a question for me, please click here to submit it and I might just answer it on the podcast! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Here are some other resources available for you and your dog: 1. To register for one of our behavioural workshops (for in depth support on everything from reactivity, recall, separation anxiety, leash walking, car travel, vet visits, puppies and more) please click here 2. To join our free facebook group click here 3. Are you a dog professional? Check out our podcast for pet pros here ** Come and see us at www.pawsupdogs.com ** Join our private facebook group. Click here ** Follow us on instagram @pawsupdogstraining

It's lovely to see joy on our dogs' faces, however, it can be really tricky to teach them things when as soon as you bring the treats out they're orbited into the next stratosphere with excitement. Try these simple tips to help!  Plus, if you'd like to join us for the next cohort of Reactive Dog Support Camp LIVE, please use this link to see all the details. Registration closes on Sunday at midnight: https://www.pawsupdogs.com/reactivedogsupportcamp/ ------------- 1. If you'd like my support on your journey with your dog, please visit www.pawsupdogs.com I offer: - Self-paced online courses and a membership for dog guardians and trainers -  Digital 1:1 Trauma informed dog assessments for dog guardians and business assessments for dog trainers - Higher level mentorship for dog guardians and trainers 2. To Join Canine Connection (my training and support membership for BOTH ends of the lead, please click here 3. I love answering your listener questions so if you have a question for me, please click here to submit it and I might just answer it on the podcast! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Here are some other resources available for you and your dog: 1. To register for one of our behavioural workshops (for in depth support on everything from reactivity, recall, separation anxiety, leash walking, car travel, vet visits, puppies and more) please click here 2. To join our free facebook group click here 3. Are you a dog professional? Check out our podcast for pet pros here ** Come and see us at www.pawsupdogs.com ** Join our private facebook group. Click here ** Follow us on instagram @pawsupdogstraining

How cool would it be if we could receive a letter from our dogs? What do you think your dog would say about your relationship together? -------------- 1. If you'd like my support on your journey with your dog, please visit www.pawsupdogs.com I offer: - Self-paced online courses and a membership for dog guardians and trainers -  Digital 1:1 Trauma informed dog assessments for dog guardians and business assessments for dog trainers - Higher level mentorship for dog guardians and trainers 2. To Join Canine Connection (my training and support membership for BOTH ends of the lead, please click here 3. I love answering your listener questions so if you have a question for me, please click here to submit it and I might just answer it on the podcast! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Here are some other resources available for you and your dog: 1. To register for one of our behavioural workshops (for in depth support on everything from reactivity, recall, separation anxiety, leash walking, car travel, vet visits, puppies and more) please click here 2. To join our free facebook group click here 3. Are you a dog professional? Check out our podcast for pet pros here ** Come and see us at www.pawsupdogs.com ** Join our private facebook group. Click here ** Follow us on instagram @pawsupdogstraining

We all know not to give our dogs chocolate or grapes, but do you know about the dangers of teabags? Listen to this short and sweet episode to find out and protect your pup! -------------- 1. If you'd like my support on your journey with your dog, please visit www.pawsupdogs.com I offer: - Self-paced online courses and a membership for dog guardians and trainers -  Digital 1:1 Trauma informed dog assessments for dog guardians and business assessments for dog trainers - Higher level mentorship for dog guardians and trainers 2. To Join Canine Connection (my training and support membership for BOTH ends of the lead, please click here 3. I love answering your listener questions so if you have a question for me, please click here to submit it and I might just answer it on the podcast! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Here are some other resources available for you and your dog: 1. To register for one of our behavioural workshops (for in depth support on everything from reactivity, recall, separation anxiety, leash walking, car travel, vet visits, puppies and more) please click here 2. To join our free facebook group click here 3. Are you a dog professional? Check out our podcast for pet pros here ** Come and see us at www.pawsupdogs.com ** Join our private facebook group. Click here ** Follow us on instagram @pawsupdogstraining

A lovely, chilled, relaxed walk with your dog can be wonderful! Having your arm constantly pulled out of it's socket...not so much!  In this episode I share one of my top tips for successful loose lead walking. Plus, if you're interested in learning my full Loose Lead Walking Success Method, I have opened up just 10 spots for a live version of my 4 week programme to teach you just that!  At the time of this recording there are just 2 spots remaining, so visit this link and use the code SPRING to grab your spot with £300 off! The code will stop working when spots are filled: https://pawsupdogs.samcart.com/products/loose-lead-walking-success -------------- 1. If you'd like my support on your journey with your dog, please visit www.pawsupdogs.com I offer: - Self-paced online courses and a membership for dog guardians and trainers -  Digital 1:1 Trauma informed dog assessments for dog guardians and business assessments for dog trainers - Higher level mentorship for dog guardians and trainers 2. To Join Canine Connection (my training and support membership for BOTH ends of the lead, please click here 3. I love answering your listener questions so if you have a question for me, please click here to submit it and I might just answer it on the podcast! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Here are some other resources available for you and your dog: 1. To register for one of our behavioural workshops (for in depth support on everything from reactivity, recall, separation anxiety, leash walking, car travel, vet visits, puppies and more) please click here 2. To join our free facebook group click here 3. Are you a dog professional? Check out our podcast for pet pros here ** Come and see us at www.pawsupdogs.com ** Join our private facebook group. Click here ** Follow us on instagram @pawsupdogstraining