The Dog People Podcast

"Adopt don't shop" is one of the most repeated phrases in the dog world. But what if it's part of the problem?

In this episode, Max makes an argument that will surprise, and possibly frustrate, some of our listeners. As a dog trainer and behavioural expert, he believes that if everyone bought their dog from a reputable, ethical breeder, we would actually see fewer dogs ending up in shelters and fewer dogs being put down. It's a viewpoint plenty of people won't like, and Max knows it, but in this episode he lays out exactly why he thinks this way.

Jack, who has always adopted his dogs from rescues puts to Max the questions that many listeners who disagree with this position will be shouting at their speakers, from puppy farms and backyard breeders to the dogs already sitting in shelters right now waiting for a home.

Whichever side of the debate you're on, this one might make you think.
Need help with your four legged best friend? get intouch with Max at downunderdogtrainer.com

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If every person did these, 99% of dog trainers would be out of work!

Recently Max listed 15 simple things you can do for your dog that can solve 99% of Behavioural issues. In this episode we tackle the rest of Max's list, talking off leash freedom, having rules in the home, using thier nose and more!
Need help with your four legged best friend? get intouch with Max at downunderdogtrainer.com

This episode is brough to you by the team at knose Pet Insurance You can learn more at knose.com.au. ssued by
Pacific International Insurance.
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If every person did these, 99% of dog trainers would be out of work!

Recently Max listed 15 simple things you can do for your dog that can solve 99% of Behavioural issues. In this episode we tackle the first seven of them. Number 1 may suprise you.
Need help with your four legged best friend? get intouch with Max at downunderdogtrainer.com

This episode is brough to you by the team at knose Pet Insurance You can learn more at knose.com.au. ssued by
Pacific International Insurance.
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If your dog lunges at other dogs on lead, barks at the postie, or loses the plot at the sight of a skateboard, you're not alone, and your dog isn't bad. They're reactive, and that's a very different thing.

In this episode, Jack and Max unpack one of the most misunderstood behaviours in dog ownership. Max walks through the different types of reactivity, from fear-based and frustration-based to leash reactivity, barrier reactivity, and over-arousal, explaining what each one actually looks like and why dogs end up there in the first place.

You'll learn how to spot the early warning signs before your dog tips over threshold, the common triggers most owners overlook, and why punishment usually makes things worse.

Whether you're living with a reactive dog or just want to understand what's happening when you see one on the street, this episode will give you the tools to look at reactive behaviour with fresh eyes, and a lot more empathy.

Need help? reach out to Max and his team today.
Need help with your four legged best friend? get intouch with Max at downunderdogtrainer.com

This episode is brough to you by the team at knose Pet Insurance You can learn more at knose.com.au. ssued by
Pacific International Insurance.
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Living with a reactive dog can be exhausting. Walks become stressful, unexpected triggers create anxiety, and over time it can start to impact the relationship you have with your dog.

In this episode of The Dog People Podcast, Jack Laurence and Max O’Neil dive deep into one of the most common challenges dog owners face, reactivity.
With Max recently launching his new training program, Reactivity Rewire, this conversation focuses on the exact checks, protocols, and first steps he uses with clients dealing with reactive dogs every day.

If your dog barks, lunges, overreacts to people, dogs, or the environment around them, this episode will help you understand why it’s happening and more importantly, what you can start doing about it.

The goal? Less stress, more confidence, and building the relationship with your dog you’ve always wanted.

This episode is brough to you by the team at knose Pet Insurance You can learn more at knose.com.au. ssued by
Pacific International Insurance.
Need help with your four legged best friend? get intouch with Max at downunderdogtrainer.com

This episode is brough to you by the team at knose Pet Insurance You can learn more at knose.com.au. ssued by
Pacific International Insurance.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.