This week we were lucky enough to have Birdy O'Sheedy join us! Birdy is a clinical psychologist AND a qualified dog trainer through the NDTF. Birdy has a unique business helping people with both aspects, blending dogs and human psychology together. From her Facebook: "Hi there beautiful souls 💙, My name is Birdy and I'm a modern day Mystic, who loves Psychology, Mother Nature, Heart & Soul Alchemy & Science and hopefully this Site helps you strengthen and reconnect with your own Power a...
Feb 20, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 72
What is impulse control? Today's short episode is a brief explanation, example and guide on how to develop impulse control in our dogs. Panos believes impulse control is a life skill for both dogs and humans and must be developed and maintained to get the most out of our dogs especially while they interact with the world around them. It compliments obedience training and behavioural issues and is one of those foundational techniques that should be a part of your dog training toolbox. If you enjo...
Feb 13, 2021•9 min•Ep. 71
In this week's episode Panos and Luke discuss what needs to be carefully assessed in your current situation when choosing a dog. Things to be considered: Your lifestyle Experience level Puppy or adult dog? Breed characteristics Space in where you live Do your best choosing a dog right for your situation. We don't always do it perfect. We hope this episode gives some insight on how to go about looking for the right dog for your family. *** If you enjoyed the show, please share this episode with s...
Feb 06, 2021•51 min•Ep. 70
In this week's episode Panos talks about an essential element to success in dog training. Teaching our dogs what we want them to do, being proactive and not waiting for bad habits to form before we "fix" them. Topics covered: -What trainers get employed to do vs what we need to do -Teach mutually exclusive (incompatible) behaviours -Have a plan & goals. Make them clear -Punish appropriately Hope you find benefit in this episode. Any questions hit us up! If you enjoyed the show, please share ...
Jan 30, 2021•27 min•Ep. 69
This week we dive deep into mindset and behaviour. How are they related? How are they different? How do they rely on each other? Please enjoy. *** Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please share this episode with someone who would benefit from it. Hit subscribe or write a review about what this episode helped you with! Be specific. Find us online >> Panos @ www.noochspooches.com.au >> Luke @ www.kizunacanine.com.au >> www.facebook.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >&...
Jan 23, 2021•37 min•Ep. 68
Redirected aggression can be a difficult behaviour to deal with in a dog. Panos covers a few key points: -What is it? -Likelihood of occurrence -Ways to prevent it occurring in the future Stay safe and it's best to get on top of this behaviour as soon as possible before it develops into more of a problematic issue later. *** Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please share this episode with someone who would benefit from it. Hit subscribe or write a review about what this episode h...
Jan 16, 2021•23 min•Ep. 67
Roger, an avid listener of our podcast, has sent in a question following on from EP12- Why do we have dogs in our lives? Panos goes into some detail about what to consider when giving advice on why people should train their dog, how they should train their dog and how to make them take it seriously. This can be a hard task, the best answer of which Roger had already stated is, be a good role model, practice what you preach and help inspire others to take on the task of being the best person for ...
Jan 09, 2021•24 min•Ep. 66
Happy New Year to all our listeners! Panos reflects on his lessons of the year. It has been a wild year personally, professionally and globally. The reason why Panos has dogs and dedicates himself to dog training is that dogs complement our lives, and should not complicate them. He wants owners to learn from their dogs just as much as we teach them. Remain disciplined, maintain what we already have before adding more, and having structure but switching up routines. *** Thank you for listening! I...
Jan 02, 2021•17 min•Ep. 65
It's fireworks season - some dogs can find it a very stressful time of the year! Panos covers a few things to consider like: What to do with puppies, How to help prevent issues and not make the mistakes that Panos has in the past, and How to manage dog with phobias and anxiety. We hope that you all have an awesome turn of the year, wishing you, your dogs and your families happiness, health and strength into the new year! See you in 2021! Find us online >> Panos @ www.noochspooches.com.au &...
Dec 26, 2020•15 min•Ep. 64
We have now entered the summer time and with that, especially here in Sydney, we have had some real hot days well over 45°C! Looking after our dogs in these times is essential. Panos covers some important considerations and remedies to the heat for our pooches: How dogs release heat from their bodies What to do with your backyard setup Water-based options to beat the heat How to use enrichment to cool your dog down What can be done for older dogs in the heat How to know when it's too hot to walk...
Dec 19, 2020•14 min•Ep. 63
This question comes from our listener Paul, who's wondering how small dog syndrome works and if it's real. Panos explains his thoughts on the topic and what it means when a small dog is reactive to everything around them. Is it their ego, because they think they are bigger than what they actually are? Or are they fearful which results in the barking, lunging and snapping? *** Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please share this episode with someone who would benefit from it. Hit s...
Dec 13, 2020•9 min•Ep. 62
Panos had the opportunity to sit with Alex Edwards and discuss topics from Alex's socialisation classes, stories of his 5 dogs, how Covid has affected our dogs, Alex's journey abroad learning from some of the world's top dog trainers and much more. Alex owns and runs Refine Your Canine Dog Training. He is a Melbourne based dog trainer with over 7 years experience. Alex is very passionate about dogs and effective dog training. Proper dog training creates a special bond between the owner and the d...
Dec 05, 2020•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 61
Many people ask what are some tips on what to do if you see a stray dog in public. Panos has encountered many stray dogs and helped them find their way home, or the local shelter. A few tips he covers in today's episode: Safety first Why are you approaching the dog? What's your level of experience? Is the dog friendly, scared and/or aggressive? Save your local ranger's number in your phone! *** Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please share this episode with someone who would ben...
Nov 28, 2020•16 min•Ep. 60
Panos sits down for a deep chat over Zoom with Liz Jackman, Co-Founder of Whiskey's Wish. They dive deep into the roles of service dogs, their training and the impact they have on their owners. The organisation's mission is to enhance the independence & quality of life of Veterans, First Responders & Correctional Officers who suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) & service related injuries by the training, support, advocacy & assistance of quality, task trained servic...
Nov 21, 2020•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 59
This week, Panos answers a question from Amanda: "How do I encourage my husband to build a better relationship with our dog? Our dog is difficult to walk as he's reactive to other dogs and needs to be carefully managed. This is not what we wanted when we adopted him but we took a chance and this is what we have." This is a very common and interesting topic that can be relatable to many owners, particularly of rescue dogs. Try these tips out and let us know if it worked for you. Thank you for lis...
Nov 14, 2020•15 min•Ep. 58
Brent Dry is passionate about working with people to get the best out of their dog in whatever they are working on. Teaching clients how their dogs learn and why they are behaving in a particular manner is a role that he truly enjoys. When working with clients, Brent likes to empower them with the knowledge of how their dogs perceive their world. Brent loves the people he's in contact with everyday through his business and he aims to give them everything he can each time they are in a class. I a...
Nov 07, 2020•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 57
Panos continues through the list of equipment that is used and recommended for your dog's needs. It is crucial to purchase the correct and most appropriate equipment, along with how to use it. Equipment covered: Clicker Tug Ball Treat pouch Crate Exercise Pen Enrichment toys Muzzle Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please share this episode with someone who would benefit from it. Hit subscribe or write a review about what this episode helped you with! Be specific. Find us online ...
Oct 31, 2020•31 min•Ep. 56
One of the most important commands to teach your dog is the recall. It is crucial to you and your dog's safety when out in public. It is one of the "big three" commands which include the recall "come", "down", and "bed" or the place command. Panos goes through the steps of how he teaches the recall to his clients. Remember, each step is essential for the next! Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please share this episode with someone who would benefit from it. Hit subscribe or writ...
Oct 24, 2020•20 min•Ep. 55
The right equipment is crucial to successful dog training. The wrong tool or the right tool in the wrong hands can spell disaster. Panos and Luke discuss the dog training equipment essentials in this episode. Equipment covered: (03:15) Harnesses (13:41) Flat collars (17:30) Martingale collars (23:13) Check / correction chains (30:05) Prong / pinch collars (43:55) Halter / halti (46:30) Flat nylon leashes (47:30) Slip leashes (50:08) Long leashes (51:55) Equipment we do NOT recommend Thank you fo...
Oct 17, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 54
Digging can be one of the most common problem behaviours that dog owners encounter. Panos talks about the motivations behind this behaviour and what we can do to help stop it. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please share this episode with someone who would benefit from it. Hit subscribe and write a review about what this episode helped you with! Be specific. Find us online >> Panos @ www.noochspooches.com.au >> Luke @ www.kizunacanine.com.au >> www.facebook.co...
Oct 10, 2020•11 min•Ep. 53
The National Dog Trainers Federation (NDTF) Certificate 3 in Dog Behaviour & Training is Australia’s only government-approved and nationally recognised professional dog trainer certificate. It is Australia’s longest running and most comprehensive dog trainer certification program. The course is also a nationally recognised qualification under the Australian Qualifications Framework. The NDTF’s professional dog training courses combine theoretical canine behavioural education with an industry...
Oct 03, 2020•36 min•Ep. 52
There is no easy way to say this ... Panos had to return the puppy. Two days after bringing him home, Panos realised something was gravely wrong. Tonight we go into the reasons why he arrived at this difficult decision. As always, thank you all for your ongoing support of the podcast. Find us online >> Panos @ www.noochspooches.com.au >> Luke @ www.kizunacanine.com.au >> www.facebook.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.instagram.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> https://w...
Sep 29, 2020•19 min•Ep. 51
It has been almost 10 years since Panos has raised his own puppy - time to put into practice what he teaches to others. The new puppy will be future help for Nooch's Pooches, but first and foremost he is the family's dog. We discuss reviewing Panos' marker system and naming of commands to save confusion for the dog. Setting up house and car, being prepared with a good management system. A plan of what will be worked on in the first 6 months is discussed. Panos also announces that he will be reco...
Sep 26, 2020•52 min•Ep. 50
This week Panos answers 3 questions from 3 different listeners regarding puppy training issues. Listen in to hear what they are! Further listening: Ep31 [Puppies 101] Walking Your Pup, & Acquiring Sibling Puppies [Pros & Cons] Ep11 [Puppies 101] Bringing Your Puppy Home For The First Time Ep3 [Puppies 101] Puppy Training: Why The First 16 Weeks Will Define Your Dog’s Life Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please share this episode with someone who would benefit from it. O...
Sep 19, 2020•16 min•Ep. 49
Narelle Cooke is an accredited clinical Naturopath, Nutritionist and Herbalist. She began her career 20 years ago as a research pathologist in the agricultural industry and, over a period of ten years, developed a deep, first-hand understanding of the effect that pathogens and environmental toxins have on our food, our bodies and consequently, our health. Being a lifelong dog-owner and currently meeting the demands of three French Bulldogs, a German Shepherd and a Burmese cat, Narelle is highly ...
Sep 12, 2020•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 48
We tend to talk a lot to our dogs on a daily basis, and this can cause confusion in your commands. Panos explains the difference between a formal command (e.g. COME) and informal command (e.g. LET'S GO). We all wish to have clear communication with our dogs - put some of this advice into practice and see how you go. Further listening: Ep13 - Phases of Training & Schedules of Reinforcement (What Are They?) Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please share this episode with someon...
Sep 05, 2020•11 min•Ep. 47
"Good management" is a term you may have heard many times throughout our podcast episodes. It truly is the foundation upon which your dog's training must be built. When we build a house on an unsteady foundation of sand, we should expect to suffer the consequences. Dogs are no different. A dog whose foundations are built on solid bedrock will have a happy and fulfilling life as a member of its family. Further listening: Ep3 [Puppies 101] Puppy Training: Why The First 16 Weeks Will Define Your Do...
Aug 29, 2020•32 min•Ep. 46
Panos responds to Darnelle's question, regarding how she should socialise her dog without using a dog park. Listen to Ep7 (To Dog Park, Or Not To Dog Park) for our opinion on dog parks. There are a few ways in which we can socialise our dogs appropriately, although it may mean thinking outside the box. Further listening: Ep6 - The Importance Of Structured Walking For Your Dog Ep13 - Phases of Training Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please share this episode with someone who wo...
Aug 22, 2020•13 min•Ep. 45
This week's episode is all about overcoming obstacles to not only becoming a 'dog trainer', but also addressing the business side of things. These questions came in from a friend of Panos' that is struggling with a few things on his way to becoming a more 'full-time' trainer. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please share this episode with someone who would benefit from it. Or hit Subscribe and leave us a rating in the podcast app that you found us on. Find us online >> Pan...
Aug 15, 2020•54 min•Ep. 44
Many people choose to back-tie their dog while they're at home in the back or front yards. Panos goes through some techniques on how to safely achieve this using a harness, versus a normal flat collar. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed the show, please share this episode with ONE FRIEND who would benefit from it. Or hit Subscribe and leave us a rating in the podcast app that you found us on. Find us online >> Panos @ www.noochspooches.com.au >> Luke @ www.kizunacanine.com.au &g...
Aug 08, 2020•10 min•Ep. 43
