The Dog Behind The Human
by Siri Media Productions
The Dog Behind The Human is a podcast hosted by Dog Coach Francis that explores the relationship between dogs and the people who love them — from the science of behavior and the realities of training, to the culture, controversies, and untold stories of the dog industry.Each episode pulls back the curtain on what it really means to live with, raise, and understand a dog in today's world. Whether it's a deep dive into a training debate, an honest conversation with a fellow dog professional, or an unexpected guest who just happens to have a great dog story — the show is always rooted in one belief: that understanding your dog starts with understanding yourself.Expect candid discussions, expert insight, and the kind of conversations that dog owners actually need to hear — not just the polished talking points, but the real stuff. The controversies. The mistakes. The breakthroughs.If you've ever wondered why your dog does what it does, or what kind of human you are to your dog, this is t
Episodes
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The Smartest Dog You Can't Keep: The Real Story of the Border Collie
The Border Collie tops every "smartest dog" list on the internet. It learns commands in under five repetitions, obeys on the first try, and can learn the names of over a thousand objects. That is not an exaggeration. A Border Collie named Chaser did exactly that, under controlled scientific...
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The Wiener That Hunts: The Real Story of the Dachshund
The Dachshund is one of the most recognized dogs on the planet and one of the most misunderstood. Somewhere between the viral videos and the Halloween costumes, people forgot what this breed actually is: a working scent hound developed in Germany over centuries to track, dig, and confront badgers...
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The Clown with a Broken Heart: The Real Story of the Boxer
The Boxer is one of the most recognizable breeds in the world. It currently ranks among the top twenty in AKC registrations and has held that position for decades. It became a cultural fixture in the 1950s when a Boxer named Bang Away — the great-great-grandson of dogs that a German breeder had...
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The Most Royal Dog in the World Has a Secret: The Real Story of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is one of the most recognizable dog breeds in the world. It herded cattle on Welsh farms for nearly a thousand years. Then it caught a Royal eye and everything changed. In this episode, Coach Francis traces the Pembroke from the Flemish weavers of 12th-century Wales…
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Built to Hunt, Dressed to Sit: The Real Story of the Poodle
The Poodle has a reputation problem — not because of what it does, but because of what we decided it looked like. For most people, the word triggers pom-poms, bows, and a dog that rides in a handbag. That image took root in the French aristocracy of the 18th century and never fully left, even as...
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The Most Popular Dog in the World Can't Breathe: The Real Story of the French Bulldog
The French Bulldog has been the most popular breed in the United States four years in a row. It also can't breathe the way other dogs breathe, can't reproduce without surgery, and can't swim. None of that is in the Instagram caption. In this episode, Coach Francis traces the Frenchie from a...
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Built for a World That No Longer Exists: The Real Story of the Siberian Husky
Nobody goes out looking for a Husky and thinks they're making a mistake. Then the dog turns five months old. In this episode, Coach Francis goes all the way back to the Chukotka Peninsula to trace the Siberian Husky from its origins with the Chukchi people — one of the most sophisticated…
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The Labrador Retriever: What Nobody Tells You About the World's Most Popular Dog
The Labrador Retriever: What Nobody Tells You About the World's Most Popular Dog The Labrador Retriever tops every popularity list — but popularity doesn't mean people actually understand the dog. In this episode, Coach Francis goes deep on what the Lab really is beneath the friendly face: a...
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Chaos, Calendars, and the Dogs Who Love Us Anyway
In this heartwarming episode of The Dog Behind The Human, Dog Coach Francis shares two powerful letters from listeners whose lives were turned upside down — and ultimately transformed — by their dogs. Story 1: “Kiko Time” Lianne, a marketing assistant from Quezon City, thought she was just...
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The History of Dogs: From Wolves to Woofs, War Heroes to Memes
Description: In this special episode, Dog Coach Francis takes you on a tail-wagging journey through time in The History of Dogs. From Ice Age wolves sneaking snacks at human campsites to pampered pooches with Instagram fame, this episode uncovers how dogs evolved with us—and how they helped shape...
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Question About Managing Separation Anxiety in My Dog
Dear The Dog Behind The Human, I hope this message finds you well. My name is Julia, and I'm from Cebu. I've been an avid listener of your podcast, The Dog Behind The Human, for the past year, and I've immensely benefited from the insights and tips you share about pet care and training. The…
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Guidance Sought by a First-Time Dog Owner in Davao City
Get your leashes ready and your ears pricked! Welcome to 'The Dog Behind The Human', the podcast that unearths the real tales of tails and the secrets behind our four-legged, tail-wagging companions. Each week, we'll dive into fascinating stories, shedding light on the unseen world of our…
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About this show
The Dog Behind The Human is a podcast hosted by Dog Coach Francis that explores the relationship between dogs and the people who love them — from the science of behavior and the realities of training, to the culture, controversies, and untold stories of the dog industry.Each episode pulls back the curtain on what it really means to live with, raise, and understand a dog in today's world. Whether it's a deep dive into a training debate, an honest conversation with a fellow dog professional, or an unexpected guest who just happens to have a great dog story — the show is always rooted in one belief: that understanding your dog starts with understanding yourself.Expect candid discussions, expert insight, and the kind of conversations that dog owners actually need to hear — not just the polished talking points, but the real stuff. The controversies. The mistakes. The breakthroughs.If you've ever wondered why your dog does what it does, or what kind of human you are to your dog, this is t
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Siri Media Productions