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EPISODE · Feb 20, 2026 · 50 MIN

EP60: The Science of Greyhound Behaviour with Dr Liam Clay

from Talking Couch Potatoes · host Free the Hounds Inc Association

We’ve hit the big 6-0… and we’re still raging (respectfully) 💅🔥In this milestone episode of Talking Couch Potatoes, we sit down with Dr Liam Clay – PhD-qualified canine behaviour consultant and Director of AABA Consultants & Future Proof Training Academy – to unpack the science of greyhound behaviour:❓ What actually happens when a greyhound leaves racing and enters a home?🤔Why the “3-3-3 rule” needs a little adjustment for ex-racing hounds👉 What emotional regulation really means🚫 Why greyhounds aren’t “born to race” and what they’re capable of instead🤭 Why greyhounds can appear socially awkward (relatable tbh)✅Why structure + time = success🐕 And the beautiful truth about what these dogs can become 💖🔥This conversation is evidence-based, compassionate and eye-opening.If you’ve adopted, fostered, or are thinking about bringing a greyhound into your life – this episode is essential listening.And … we also introduce our very first 🐶 Foster of the Fortnight 🐾 Huey, a brindle gentleman waiting patiently for his forever home.🤯Episode 60 and still fighting for a world where greyhounds live a full life like all other companion pups!💬 Tell us what surprised you most.🔁 Share with anyone considering adoption.💌Sign up for the Free The Hounds newsletter and be informed of our latest campaigns! https://freethehounds.us21.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d87f42ca4948157c6be5559a1&id=07c947f9e1⁠🎉Huge thanks to our long time sponsors, Henry Houndwear, what all the best dressed hounds are wearing 🐕 https://henryhoundwear.com.au/#TalkingCouchPotatoes #GreyhoundAdvocacy #OneWelfare #FutureProofTraining

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