S7E9 We do it for the love

A political start and a dive into the terrifying world of AI… which is far outside this duo’s remit! Thankfully, the Londoner quickly calls a halt to that to change the vibe. The request is unicorns and rainbows… and then somehow it turns to tortoise sex?! . Obviously, the weather is discussed. Scotland is tropical… jeez! . A serious conversation about the dangers of water, rivers and seas follows. Dogs enjoy the water, but the Gundogs & Guard Dogs Duo are now a little more cautious! . A chat about Roixzan the Rottweiler puppy and her busy weekend leads them into a conversation about socialisation and the complexities of it. How individuals within breeds can differ, how fear can lead to aggression, and how there is a fine line to walk when it comes to socialisation. . Overexcited dogs are a nightmare. Fearful dogs are a nightmare. An honest conversation follows about genetics and the huge part they play in the dog you get. . Puppies are not a blank canvas!! . Therein lies the crux. We all aim for neutrality. . Puppies in the bedroom… how long for? It’s unique and individual! So, when is the best time to get a puppy? Four f*#*ed up seasons to choose from! . Honest conversations follow. Sometimes you are fighting a losing battle, and you need to know when to quit, love, and work with the dog that you have. . Why would these two rather have an aggressive dog than an overfriendly one or a fearful one? . What about competitive dog sports? It’s about the dog… not you! . And Lez ends the podcast with a vast compliment about us looking wrecked.RUDE! ---- oOo ---- Lez and Ross have both been in the industry professionally for well over 20 years and each has been involved with dogs for over 40 years. Whilst sensibly they have stayed away from the ‘limelight’ regarding TV offers, they have regularly been on national and local radio, spoken at national events at NDWA, CFBA, and Kennel Club / Crufts events as well as bespoke speaking engagements for the Dog Safety Education Executive (DogSEE). Ross wrote for Dogs Monthly Magazine for over 12 years and Lez was the first lady feature writer for a national Shooting Magazine (both Sporting Gun and Sporting Shooter). They were also 'study buddies' and were the first in the UK to achieve a Masters Degree (Professional Practice) in Canine Behaviour and Psychology in 2011. They work well together and apart, support and work with dog rescue organisations and train professional dog trainers and behaviourists. Different as chalk and cheese, but maybe not as different as they like to think.Intrigued? want to know more? then check out our websites... www.rossmccarthy.com ~ www.lezgraham.com