Episodes
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Episode 2: Emily and Frank
What happens when bringing home your dream dog ends up becoming a living nightmare? After years of hoping for their very own Miniature Dachshund, Emily and Matt were finally able to adopt Frank in the wake of the pandemic in 2021, while living in a flat in London. They were quickly pushed to...
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Series 2 Episode 1: DogFender Dog Attack Prevention Collar with Peter Antonio
After his beloved Border Terrier Murphy was brutally attacked and nearly killed, inventor and businessman Peter Antonio was inspired to create the revolutionary DogFender dog attack prevention collar, to protect dogs and owners from the same horrendous yet avoidable circumstances. With instances…
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Episode 11: Canicross with Lara Trewin
Welcome to the world of Canicross, the fast growing sport of trail running with your dog! Jo is joined by Lara, a passionate trail runner, UKA Run Leader and DogFit® Certified Canicross Trainer, to discuss the Canicross and Cannitrek phenomenon, how it has affected her personal journey with her...
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Episode 10: Police Dogs with Dave McIver
Dave spent 39 years in the police service and 34 years as an operation dog handler, working for 17 years as an Inspector in charge of the Avon and Somerset Constabulary Dog Section. During that time he undertook roles as an armed dog handler, drugs detection, firearms support, and explosives...
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Episode 9: Canine Trauma with Rachel Leather
Rachel is an animal behaviour clinician specialising in psychological trauma. Rachel’s first degree was in psychology, and she completed a Master’s degree in animal behaviour in 2006. Rachel went on to run a degree programme in applied animal behaviour. Rachel still runs a canine behaviour…
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Episode 8: Nutrition (and more) with Anna Webb
Anna is a broadcaster, podcaster, author, and host BBC Radio London's 'The Barking Hour' alongside fellow broadcaster Jo Good. She is an expert in canine behaviour and nutrition, having contributed to ITV1's Titchmarsh show, Channel 5's Gabby Logan show, and SKY1's 'dogumentary' A Different…
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Episode 7: Gun Dogs with Abbie Reid
Jo and Abbie take a fascinating look into the world of gun dogs and gun dog training, including how it could benefit the average dog owner. Abbie started her gun dog training career 14 years ago when she first got her black labrador Mya as an 8 week old puppy, and is now an IABTC Qualified Dog...
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Episode 6: Puppy Socialisation
What is socialisation and how important is it to socialise your puppy during the critical learning and development stage? Jo discusses all the key implications of dog socialisation for the average owner, including her top tips and tricks as well as the dangers of failing to acclimate your dog to...
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Episode 5: Border Collies with Barbara Sykes
Jo takes a fascinating deep dive into the mind of the Border Collie with Barbara Sykes, the owner and founder of Mainline Border Collie Center and The Freedom of Spirit Trust for Border Collies, and the author of 7 books including Training the Sheep Dog, Understanding Border Collies, and...
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Episode 4: Rottweilers with Ross McCarthy
Jo discusses all things Rottweilers with resident Rottie expert Ross McCarthy of The London Dog Behaviour Company. Ross has over 25 years experience working with Rottweilers, including training for working trials and personal protection, and explores with Jo breed traits, training methods and...
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Episode 3: Adopting and rehoming a rescue dog
Learn everything to expect when adopting a rescue dog: Jo takes a deep dive into all the considerations of adopting and rehoming a rescue dog, either from a local shelter or imported from abroad, offering essential tips, tricks and expert advice from the unique perspective of both vet nurse and…
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Episode 2: Jo's most challenging behaviour cases
Jo explores some of her toughest behaviour cases and how they influenced her future outlook and approach to working with dogs. Jo also discusses the importance of industry collaboration and support, and gives advice to owners dealing with canine behaviour issues on what to look for when…
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Episode 1: What can I expect from a dog behaviourist?
A deep dive into Jo's background and her journey to becoming a canine behaviour specialist, including where she sits in the industry and what you can expect when working with a behaviour expert. Jo also discusses how Covid-19 has shaped the dog behaviour and training industry, and gives advice to...
About this show
Follow Jo as she discusses how to build a strong, safe relationship with your dog, as well as her top tips for dog and puppy training, covering common problem areas such as crate training, puppy pads and potty training, barking and biting
Hosted by
Jo Croft