Appetite

There’s one thing everyone knows about Labradors. They love food.In this episode of Pawfect Labrador, Yann reflects on Monty’s extraordinary appetite, not just what he eats, but what food represents: optimism, joy, restraint, and responsibility.Monty isn’t simply food motivated. He believes in food. It isn’t a treat, it’s a system. A constant. A moral certainty. Every sound in the house is analysed through the same hopeful question: Could this lead to food?From precisely weighed gastrointestinal meals that cost far more than they should, to the mysterious objects hoovered up on walks before intervention is even possible, this episode explores what it’s really like to live with a Labrador who treats eating as a full-time occupation.In this episode: The optimism Labradors bring to everyday moments The strange guilt of saying no to a dog who looks genuinely deprived Why food is both a powerful training tool and a tactical risk Managing appetite as an act of care, not denial What uncomplicated joy can teach us about living wellAt its heart, this episode is about balance, loving something fully while still doing what’s right for it. Finding joy in simple things, without overthinking them.Monty’s appetite isn’t a flaw. It’s part of who he is. A Labrador who loves food with his whole heart, and quietly reminds us that anticipation can be half the pleasure.If you’re listening while being stared at by your dog as you eat, this episode will feel very familiar.P.S. If Pawfect Labrador resonates, following or reviewing helps it find others who might feel the same.