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/
Anyone in the UK can call themselves a dog trainer or behaviourist. They could have years of study and professional experience behind them, or very little at all.
So when your dog is struggling, how are you supposed to know who you can trust?
In this episode of The Yappy Hour, Nathan is joined by Ainsley Procter, Chair of the UK Dog Behaviour and Training Charter, to talk about the reality of choosing a dog professional in an unregulated industry.
They explore why the Charter was created, what Charter Verified means, and how organisations from across the dog training and behaviour world are working together around shared standards for ethical, science-backed and welfare-led practice.
They also get into what those terms actually mean for our dogs. Why should we care about the emotion behind a behaviour rather than simply trying to stop it? Why can a quick fix appear to work without addressing the underlying problem? And why has the Charter drawn a clear line around aversive training methods and equipment?
Nathan and Ainsley also discuss some of the practical things dog guardians can look for when choosing a trainer or behaviourist, including qualifications, professional memberships, training methods, accountability and the questions it is absolutely okay to ask.
They cover:
• Why dog training and behaviour remains unregulated in the UK
• What the UK Dog Behaviour and Training Charter is and why it was created
• What Charter Verified means for dog guardians
• Why ethical training considers how a dog feels, not just what they do
• The problem with quick fixes and guaranteed results
• How to check a trainer or behaviourist’s professional credentials
• Red flags to look out for on websites and social media
• Why impressive before-and-after videos don’t always tell the whole story
• Why a good professional should be willing to explain what they’re doing and why
• What to do if something doesn’t feel right during a training session
• Why recognising the limits of your expertise can be a sign of a good professional
• How the Charter’s complaints and independent oversight process works
• The role the Charter hopes to play in the future of dog training and behaviour in the UK
The message throughout is simple: you are allowed to ask questions about the person you’re trusting with your dog.
A good professional should help you understand your dog, explain why they’re recommending a particular approach and keep your dog’s welfare and emotional wellbeing at the centre of the process.
Connect with the UK Dog Behaviour and Training Charter
UK Dog Behaviour and Training Charter website
UK Dog Behaviour And Training Charter Facebook page
The Charter website also includes information for dog guardians and details of its member organisations.
If this episode helps you think differently about who you trust with your dog, share it with another dog guardian who might find it useful.
The Yappy Hour is powered by Yappily, helping dog guardians find trusted, welfare-led dog professionals.
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