The Yappy Hour

The Yappy Hour
Podcast Description
Welcome to The Yappy Hour! This is the podcast all about dogs -made for dog parents. I’m Nathan Dunleavy, and with the help of the Yappily team, we’re here to make life with your dog easier and more fun.
Each week, we’ll chat about the things every dog parent wants to know. Need tips on choosing the right breed? Wondering how to help a nervous or worried dog? Not sure how to get your pup comfortable with vet visits? Don’t worry, we’ve got it all covered.
We’ll also have some brilliant expert guests - who’ll share their advice and stories. From puppy training to living life with a dog, we’ll talk about it all!
So, why listen? The Yappy Hour is more than just tips and tricks. It’s about celebrating the special bond between you and your dog, learning together, and having a good laugh while you’re at it.
Pop in your headphones and join us for some fun, simple advice to improve dog guardianship. Whether you’re walking your dog, on your way to work, or relaxing at home, The Yappy Hour is here for you.
Subscribe now and join us - we’re excited to have you with us!
If you're looking for local and ethical dog service we can help with that at https://yappily.co.uk/
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers a variety of themes related to dog care and parenting, including breed selection, anxiety management for dogs, the significance of muzzle training, and emotional connections between dogs and their owners. Example episodes include practical tips for helping anxious dogs provided by Sarah Jones and insights into muzzle usage from Clara of The Muzzle Movement.

Welcome to The Yappy Hour! This is the podcast all about dogs -made for dog parents. I’m Nathan Dunleavy, and with the help of the Yappily team, we’re here to make life with your dog easier and more fun.
Each week, we’ll chat about the things every dog parent wants to know. Need tips on choosing the right breed? Wondering how to help a nervous or worried dog? Not sure how to get your pup comfortable with vet visits? Don’t worry, we’ve got it all covered.
We’ll also have some brilliant expert guests – who’ll share their advice and stories. From puppy training to living life with a dog, we’ll talk about it all!
So, why listen? The Yappy Hour is more than just tips and tricks. It’s about celebrating the special bond between you and your dog, learning together, and having a good laugh while you’re at it.
Pop in your headphones and join us for some fun, simple advice to improve dog guardianship. Whether you’re walking your dog, on your way to work, or relaxing at home, The Yappy Hour is here for you.
Subscribe now and join us – we’re excited to have you with us!
If you’re looking for local and ethical dog service we can help with that at https://yappily.co.uk/

Welcome to Yappy Hour, powered by Yappily – the podcast for dog lovers who want to build better relationships with their dogs!
In this episode, host Nathan Dunleavy is joined by Border Collie specialist and founder of That’ll Do Academy, Martina Miradoli. If you’re living with (or considering owning) a Border Collie, this episode is packed with essential advice for understanding this intelligent, driven, and sometimes challenging breed.
We discuss:
- What makes Border Collies unique
- Their work ethic, herding drive & natural instincts
- How to meet their needs without over-exercising
- How to manage behaviours like car chasing or stalking
- The importance of mental enrichment & switching off
- Training techniques that build connection & cooperation
- Common mistakes pet parents make with Border Collies
- Herding: When it’s appropriate and what to consider
Find out more about Martina Miradoli and her work at That’ll Do Academy website.
If you’re an ethical and qualified dog pro or pet business we’d love you to list on Yappily
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