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Caffeine and Canines

by Yorkshire Canine Academy

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  1. EP 102: We're Back! Our New California Facility, Bootcamps & Bear Hunts

    We are officially back after a month-long podcast hiatus! Since you last heard from us, we’ve been across the pond to Sunny California launching our first ever bootcamp at our brand new facility ‘NorCal Canine Academy’. In this episode we recount our funniest moments of the trip and find out if…

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  2. EP 101: Can Punishment Actually INCREASE Good Behaviour?

    This week, we get a bit nerdy and dive into the reality of operant conditioning. The textbooks say one thing about how reinforcement and punishment work, but what actually happens when you apply those rules to a dog in a real-world scenario? We break down why the standard behavioural theories…

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  3. EP 100: We Made It!

    We’ve made it to Episode 100!! To mark the occasion, we brought on our most heavily requested guest yet (much to Kirkeys delight) Who tells us some crazy stories from his time on the road. We also take a moment to reflect on how far YCA has come over the last 100 episodes, looking back at some of...

  4. EP 99: Are Our Dog Training Methods Cruel? Answering the Accusations

    There is a rumour going around the dog training industry...Today, we are addressing the accusations head on.We also discuss our favourite moments from our mentorship weekend featuring the Real Slim Shady. Shout out to our sponsors:Twenty Two Eleven | VIP Car Sourcing -...

  5. EP 98: Are You Making Your Dog a "Prisoner of Reinforcement"?

    This week we sit down to discuss whether you should tell your dog what to do, or what not to do. We dive into the controversial reality of "positive only" dog training and discuss how trying to fix your dogs behaviour with obedience, rewards and bribes is actually making them less liberated.…

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  6. EP 97: The Opening Of South Coast Canine Academy

    We’re with Kelly (The alcoholic ex-dog walker) opening up South Coast Canine Academy with our first Bootcamp down south. To honour this big moment for us, Kelly is here to tell us her 2 poo related incidents.. We also sit down with Harrison and Kayleigh to talk about the reality of rehabilitating…

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  7. EP 96: Why You Think Your Dog is "Unfixable" (The Harsh Truth)

    This week we discuss the psychology behind people who think their dog is different and therefore unfixable and exactly why this isn’t the case. Plus, Kelly from South Coast Canine Academy joins us with some fresh witch-related news and introduces us to her new dog, Chance. (Apologies in advance…

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  8. EP 95: I Hired an Etsy Witch...

    Are we replacing our entire marketing team with an Etsy witch? Honestly, maybe. This week we catch up with Kelly (the alcoholic dog walker) from the brand new ‘South Coast Canine Academy’. We find out the lengths Kelly went to to change her wedding day weather forecast... and let's just say it...

  9. EP 94: The Opening of Perth Canine Academy

    We’re back from Australia! This week, we are reminiscing about our time in Australia for the grand opening of Perth Canine Academy. We break down the most intense, high-stakes training moments from the trip, including how Jacob accidentally discovered two brand-new (and highly unconventional)...

  10. EP 93: The 3-Second Theory & Why Dogs Snap When You Stop Petting Them

    We know we usually spend 80% of this podcast talking absolute nonsense and 20% dog training but this week we’ve flipped that on its head. Before we pack our bags for Perth, we sit down to answer some of the most complex behavioural questions we get. We tackle "The 3-Second Theory" of dog…

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  11. EP 92: Did We Sell Our Souls to Social Media? (Handling Internet Trolls)

    Are we real dog trainers anymore? This week, we address the critics head-on. We dive into the dark side of internet fame, why engaging with trolls is a massive mistake, and the psychological trap most trainers fall into online. We are also joined in the studio by Val who’s come all the way from...

  12. EP 91: How To Deal With Off Leash Dogs

    This week, we are tackling one of the most highly requested topics: what to actually do when an off-leash dog charges up to you. We are completely ripping up the conventional rulebook and giving you an entirely different mindset to handle the chaos. Plus, we suffer through what might be the most...

  13. EP 90: The Biggest E-Collar Mistake & Why "Fairness" Is A Myth

    Are you confusing "fairness" with emotion when training your dog?This week, alongside celebrating a massive milestone for YCA, we drop some very hard truths. We break down the biggest misconception owners have about "fairness" and discuss a big mistake people make with ecollars. If your dog's...

  14. EP 89: Stop Micromanaging Your Dog (And The Best Tiramisu Ever)

    Are you ruining your dog's progress by trying to control every single second of their life?This week, we dive deep into the trap of micromanaging your dog. If you want a dog with true off-lead freedom and agency, you have to stop trying to cap their every move and let them actually make...

  15. EP 88: Why Dog Trainers Are Actually Weirdos

    Are dog trainers just people who want to avoid humans?This week, we get into a massive debate about the dog training industry and why it seems to attract absolute weirdos. We break down the psychology of why so many people use dogs as a conduit for their own problems, the difference between…

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  16. EP 87: This Dog Trainer Shit Himself (Literally)

    In this episode, we get to know Adam from our brand-new sister company all the way in Australia, Perth Canine Academy. We hear how his journey to work took a turn for the worse and how he dealt with the ‘shitty’ situation he found himself in. We also get to hear Jacob's previously cut road rage...

  17. EP 87: This Dog Trainer Shit Himself (Literally)

    In this episode, we get to know Adam from our brand-new sister company all the way in Australia, Perth Canine Academy. We hear how his journey to work took a turn for the worse and how he dealt with the ‘shitty’ situation he found himself in. We also get to hear Jacob's previously cut road rage...

  18. EP 86: The Truth About Aversives (Stop Dancing Around The Problem)

    his week, we dive deep into the philosophy of "Purpose Deprivation." We also tackle the unavoidable aversives of life, breaking down how we can better manage them, not just in our own lives, but in our dogs lives too.We interrupt the podcast to make a live airport phone call to drop a massive...

  19. EP 85: The Tapas Debate And Training Spicy Dogs

    This week, we take the podcast on the road to Hickorys to see how the latest cohort of bootcampers handle the real world.We catch up with Bodie and his parents (the dog that Jacob flat-out didn’t believe we could train in just 5 days) to hear about their breakthrough week. We also send them on...

  20. EP 84: He broke in (fighting intruders naked)

    In this episode, Jacob finally shares the highly anticipated story of what happened when he woke up to a man standing at the end of his bed at 3 AM. What follows is an absolute masterclass in home defence, involving a broken heel, a barefoot foot chase, and a showdown you won't believe.But we've...

  21. EP 83: The "UPS Driver" Hack To Make Your Dog Listen

    This week, a bizarre incident at YCA involving a delivery driver leads us to one of the most accurate (and hilarious) dog training metaphors we’ve ever stumbled upon, 'The "UPS Driver" Effect'.We also get serious about why there is absolutely nothing "noble" about getting bitten by a dog and hear...

  22. EP 82: Stop Holding The Fking Lead! (The "Sat-Nav" Trap)

    To get to the valuable dog training insights in this episode, you have to get through a lot of "shaft" talk first.We speak to Kelly the ‘alcoholic dog walker’ and hear an amazing transformation story from this weeks bootcamp.Mac the Amstaff used to leave his owner Kathleen, in tears daily,...

  23. EP 81: "Sell Your Dead Nan's Jewellery!" (The Ultimate Dog Training Review)

    Is our dog training bootcamp really worth pawning off family heirlooms? According to one of our latest reviews... yes. Yes, it is.This week, we are having a "deload week" and officially becoming "internet dog trainers." We sit down to read out some of the most unhinged (and genuinely amazing)...

  24. EP 80: Will Saying "No" Ruin Your Relationship?

    Is your dog the dictionary definition of a "Knobhead"? This week, we are tackling the biggest fear most owners have when it comes to dog training: Will telling my dog "no" ruin our relationship? We also have a very unexpected guest who was rescued from a literal murder scene and we find out why…

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  25. EP 79: We Fought An Uber Driver ("No, Fk You!")

    This week is brought to you by our entirely non-consensual sponsor, Chocomel. In this episode, we have an unexpected guest and finally tell the long-awaited shoplifter supermarket fight story. Chloe steps in to separate fact from fiction and explain how it all somehow resulted in free ice cream....

  26. EP 78: The One With All The Links (It's Getting Out Of Hand)

    Since you’re here, welcome to the most chaotic description box in the history of this channel. You wanted links? We have links. Links for days. Links to things we didn't even know we had links for. 👇 THE "TOO MANY LINKS" LIST: 🇳🇿 THE NEW ZEALAND TOUR (It’s...

  27. EP 78: The One With All The Links (It's Getting Out Of Hand)

    Since you’re here, welcome to the most chaotic description box in the history of this channel. You wanted links? We have links. Links for days. Links to things we didn't even know we had links for. 👇 THE "TOO MANY LINKS" LIST: 🇳🇿 THE NEW ZEALAND TOUR (It’s...

  28. EP 77: The Episode We Almost Deleted (HR Nightmare)

    We probably should have deleted this footage of our "HR Nightmare," but we decided to leave it all in. Amidst the chaos, we also break down why strict obedience training might actually be ruining your dog's mental health. 🆓 Struggling with REACTIVITY? Join our FREE webinar and get the step by…

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  29. EP 76: Who Is This Guy? (And Why Does He Spell 'Owen' Like That?)

    Meet the man with the 65kg Rottie and the world’s most unnecessary vowels.Owain originally came to the YCA as a desperate owner with a "knob" of a dog, but he liked the training so much he never left. From client to colleague - this is how one nightmare dog accidentally started a career. 🆓...

  30. EP 75: The Miami Trip That Nearly Ended the Podcast (and Stark)

    From Australia's sharks to Miami's aggressive bread merchants, this episode is pure chaos. Jacob owns up to the massive management fail that left Stark with stitches and why pain is a bigger motivator than a biscuit. We're also talking 2025 Mentorship and why 50 dog nerds are descending on the...

  31. EP 74: HELP! My Puppy is A Bit of A Knob

    Raising a puppy? Our puppy book covers the foundations we use - and all the money goes to dog charities 👇 https://ycapuppybook.co.uk/?utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=ep76+&utm_campaign=puppybook In this episode, we delve into the mistakes owners unknowingly make when raising a puppy. We answer…

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  32. EP 73: A Normal Podcast... Until It Absolutely Isn't

    Carnage mid-recording, lines crossed, and a moment that changes the tone of the entire episode. Unfiltered and very real. Free Dog Training Business Scaling Master Class 🎓👇...

  33. EP 72 : 2025 Wrapped, Dogs & Delusions of Mars

    In today’s episode, we break down our Spotify Wrapped results, chat through the latest bootcamp highlights, and discuss the breeds we would never suggest for new owners. Funny, honest and surprisingly insightful. Free Dog Training Business Scaling Master Class 🎓👇...

  34. EP 71: GLENN COOKE - The 3-Phase Blueprint to a Fully Trained Dog

    The Brutal Truth: If your dog's training is STUCK, you're missing the Blueprint. In this exclusive collaboration, Glenn Cooke and Jacob reveal the simple way to structure your training for guaranteed success. Stop guessing. This is the formula that works. DOG TRAINERS: Looking to improve your...

  35. EP 70: Bull Sharks, Birds, Home Invasions, and The Truth About Dog Anxiety

    Everyone’s calling their dog “anxious” - but what if that’s not the real problem? In this unfiltered chat, Jacob and Kirky break down what most trainers (and owners) get wrong about reactive dogs, why labels like “anxiety” can backfire, and how misunderstood behaviours are holding dogs back.…

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  36. EP 69: Answering Your Toughest Reactive Dog Questions

    Struggling with dog training questions no one answers? Jacob shares honest, easy-to-follow advice that could change everything - don’t miss what most owners overlook. Need expert guidance from our team? Book a FREE consultation call today and see how we can help:...

  37. EP 68: Why Some Dogs Love To Fight (Dog Trainer Royal Rumble)

    🆓 If you’re a dog trainer, struggling dog trainer or just aspire to be one. This FREE webinar will change your life: https://training.ycaonline.co.uk/mentorship-webinars/mentorship-webinar-opt-in-v1?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=EP70&podcast=EP70 Most people think their dog’s reactivity is fear…

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  38. EP 67: JAS WHITING - The Play Expert: This Is Why Your Dog’s Reactivity Isn’t Improving

    🆓 If you’re a dog trainer, struggling dog trainer or just aspire to be one. This FREE webinar will change your life: https://training.ycaonline.co.uk/mentorship-webinars/mentorship-webinar-opt-in-v1?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=EP69&podcast=EP%2069 If you’ve been working on reactivity and not...

  39. EP 66: Puppy Socialisation - The Fastest Way to Lose Control

    🆓 If you’re a dog trainer, struggling dog trainer or just aspire to be one. This FREE webinar will change your life: https://training.ycaonline.co.uk/mentorship-webinars/mentorship-webinar-opt-in-v1?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=EP68&podcast=EP%2068 🆓 Struggling with REACTIVITY? Join our FREE...

  40. EP 65: PAT STUART - The Missing Piece Every Reactive Dog Owner Overlooks

    Jacob sits down with dog training legend Pat Stuart to reveal the one thing reactive dog owners miss. This concept reshaped how we train - and it’ll change the way you see your dog forever. Find out more about Pat's epic course: https://www.seriousdogbusiness.com/epks 🆓 If you’re a dog trainer,...

  41. EP 64: Tales from Australia (Kirky nearly died)

    🆓 If you’re a dog trainer, struggling dog trainer or just aspire to be one. This FREE webinar will change your life: https://training.ycaonline.co.uk/mentorship-webinars/mentorship-webinar-opt-in-v1?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=EP656&podcast=EP%2066 Recorded live from the Sunshine Coast, this...

  42. EP 63: Everything I Got Wrong With My reactive Dog (And the System I Use Now)

    🆓 If you’re a dog trainer, struggling dog trainer or just aspire to be one. This FREE webinar will change your life: https://training.ycaonline.co.uk/mentorship-webinars/mentorship-webinar-opt-in-v1?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=EP65&podcast=Ep%2065 I was stuck with two reactive dogs I couldn’t...

  43. EP 62: Answering 14 Questions Other Dog Trainers Are Too Afraid To Answer

    This week’s episode is a Q&A straight from our recent development week, and as always, I don’t hold back. This episode aims to cut through all the shitty information available online and give you uncensored training advice that actually works. 🆓 If you’re a dog trainer, struggling dog trainer or...

  44. EP 63: DR. MELANIE UHDE - Science Expert: The Fastest Way To a Happier Dog

    🆓 If you’re a dog trainer, struggling dog trainer or just aspire to be one. This FREE webinar will change your life: https://training.ycaonline.co.uk/mentorship-webinars/mentorship-webinar-opt-in-v1?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=ep_63&utm_campaign=twi_webinar&podcast=EP%2063 With so many...

  45. EP 61: 10 Years of Brutally Honest Dog Training Advice in 90 Minutes

    Recorded live on our California tour, this episode is a raw, unfiltered Q&A with Jacob - answering real questions from dog owners and trainers navigating reactivity. This session is packed with straight-talking advice, lived experience, and zero fluff. 🆓 If you’re a dog trainer, struggling dog...

  46. EP 60: MICHAEL ELLIS - If I Had a Reactive Dog In 2025, This Is What I'd Do (FULL BLUEPRINT)

    If you’ve got a reactive dog? Then this episode isn’t just helpful - it’s essential. I’m joined by Michael Ellis for a rapid-fire masterclass that gives you a foolproof path from reactivity to neutrality. We’ll answer: the starting block exercises that 99% of people ignore; exactly what to do the...

  47. EP 59: Tales from California (I bench pressed more than the Mutt Nut)

    This episode is basically a therapy session about coming home from the best week of our lives. Dogs, Dog training legends, ridiculous food, big trucks, and bigger laughs. California, you were magic - thank you. We’re not crying, you are. 🆓 If you’re a dog trainer, struggling dog trainer or just...

  48. EP 58: FORREST MICKE - If I Had a Puppy In 2025, This Is What I'd Do (FULL BLUEPRINT)

    I messed up my first dog Ranger, big time - but you don’t have to. In this special episode with world-class trainer Forrest Micke, we reveal the exact blueprint to skip the reactivity, fast-track your progress, and turn your puppy into your dream dog. Miss this, and you might miss your window. 👉...

  49. EP 57: 10 Years of Dog Training in 24 Minutes (Brutally Honest Advice)

    I wasted years figuring this out - don't make the same mistakes. This brutally honest breakdown will save you time, stress, and heartbreak if you're training a reactive dog (or even just starting out). 👉 Want FREE access to our YCA Behaviour Bible? A dog training course worth over £500? Click...

  50. EP 56: The Worst Episode of All Time

    Editor’s note: Episode 58 contains absolutely no structured dog training content - just a rambling chat between Jacob and Kirky, and quite frankly, some extremely inappropriate games. If you’re here for practical advice or behaviour insights… skip this one. But if you fancy a laugh, want to…

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Want FREE access to our behaviour bibles? A dog training course worth over £500? Click here > https://ycaonline.co.uk/behaviour-bibleNeed expert guidance from our team? Book a FREE consultation call today and see how we can help >https://yorkshirecanineacademy.co.uk/training-with-instinct?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=bioStart your journey as a professional dog trainer, join my 2025 Mentorship > https://yorkshirecanineacademy.co.uk/jacob-mentorship

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