The Human End of the Lead

Sexier Than A Squirrel: Dog Training That Gets Real Life Results

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Welcome to this episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, the podcast that brings you real-life dog training results, and sometimes human training ones too!
In this episode, the very wonderful Linda is back to chat to Lauren about the all-important human end of the lead - both as an owner and as a trainer.
Together, Lauren and Linda consider the pivotal role we play in the dog-human partnership, highlighting the importance of being mindful of what we bring to the relationship and of recognising how our behaviour and emotional state shapes our dogs’ experiences.
Listen in as they chat about how much dogs pick up on from us and how our own reactions can influence the way our dogs react to situations. From the energy of the people we mix with to how we handle unexpected challenges, everything feeds down the leash. They discuss the power of advocating for our dogs in everyday situations - whether that’s politely redirecting attention from strangers or deciding when it’s time to take our dogs away from situations they aren’t equipped to handle - and offer practical advice on staying calm, keeping things positive, and moving forward with grace when things go awry.
The episode is a powerful reminder of the immense responsibility and joy that comes with being the human end of the leash.

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