In this episode, The Dog Ate My Strategy Show looks at what every day professional life can learn from a high‑stakes environment where calm, composure, and people skills aren’t “nice to have” — they’re essential.

We hear from the brilliant, Natalie McQuire, Veterinary Surgeon and Director at Sandbeck Veterinary Centre in Wetherby about:

1. Clear judgement without perfect information
2. Communicating honestly and focusing on a client’s needs
3. Emotional control when the room is charged
4. Letting go of the comfort blanket

These are exactly the capabilities modern workplaces need and can often lack.

Whether you lead people, influence decisions, or simply want to stay steadier when work gets a bit chaotic, this episode offers practical, human lessons from a place where decisions truly matter.

I also challenge the panel on whether they spend too much time looking at spreadsheets. You can play along too and test whether you need to broaden your life. 🤔

We have the most amazing email in our feature, " When the day takes a different turn." No spoilers, but this will take some beating!

📩 Got a funny work‑related story? Send it to dogatestrategy@gmail.com

🎧 Listen now, be entertained and bring some calmness into your day.

🎧 Created and Produced by YRAG Productions

It all starts here!

In our very first specially extended episode, Gary shares the origin story of the show, introduces the panel, and explains how Emma learning a new skill somehow led to Gary abandoning tea in favour of coffee.

Discover why a Yorkshire man willingly spent five painful days creating a theme tune, hear a special guest panellist share a powerful story of creativity and resilience as we go back to the 80s.

Stick around for a closing segment aptly titled “When the day takes a different turn!”

Perfect for your coffee break, lunchtime escape, or daily dog walk — expect laughter, learning, and just a little second‑hand stress.

📩 Got a funny work‑related story? Send it to damssx3@gmail.com

🎧 Created by YRAG Productions

Listen to the trailer of, The Dog Ate My Strategy Show.

A show with, 30 minutes of entertainment, laughs and thought-provoking stories.

Real people drop in to share their funniest, wildest, and most surprising stories about finding success and happiness at work.

Through entertainment and some extraordinary guests, we aim to help you be the best you can in any environment or maybe even think about doing something completely different.

We have some special features, where we want you to take part in the show.

Write in to damssx3@gmail.com to share your stories.

Get ready to listen to something that will make any coffee, lunch break, or dog walk an entertaining and learning escape.

YRAG Productions