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/
In this episode of The Yappy Hour, host Nathan Dunleavy chats with Jay Gurden a dog behaviour expert, author, and founder of Good Guardianship, about how to truly support sensitive, complex, or “reactive” dogs.
Jay shares powerful advice on how to build trust, reduce stress, and avoid the trap of “fixing” behaviours. You’ll learn how to read subtle body language, help your dog decompress, and become the advocate your dog needs in a busy world.
Whether you’re struggling with reactivity, over-arousal, fear-based behaviours, or just want to deepen your bond with your dog, this episode is full of practical tips and heartfelt reassurance.
Topics covered:
- What “reactive” really means and why we’re moving away from that label
- Why trust and choice matter so much in behaviour change
- How to handle setbacks and bad days
- Tools and mindset shifts that help guardians and dogs thrive
- Jay’s own experience with her sensitive dog, Finn
🎧 Grab a cuppa, settle in, and listen to this supportive, insightful episode that will leave you feeling empowered and understood.
For more episodes visit the Yappily pod page!

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