S4:E20 Critical Thinking with Pat Stuart

In this episode of the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast, Sam sits down with the one and only Pat Stuart, a professional dog trainer, co-host of The Canine Paradigm podcast, and owner of Serious Dog Business.

Pat shares his journey from the Army to professional dog training, reflecting on how critical thinking and behavioural science have shaped his philosophy. Together, Sam and Pat discuss the importance of understanding each dog as an individual, staying adaptable in your methods, and cutting through the noise of short-form training advice online.

Plus, Pat also walks us through his online learning platform, Serious Dog Business, and has kindly offered our community a huge $500 off the course! Find the discount code and link in the description below and in our upcoming newsletters.

This episode is an insightful chat for therapy dog handlers, dog trainers, and anyone else who's passionate about dog training. Let's get into it!

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S4:E19 Planning a Training Session for Your Dog

In this episode of the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast, we break down how to plan and structure an effective training session for your dog — no matter what stage of training you’re in.

Sam shares practical advice on creating a consistent training plan, using marker words correctly, and focusing on control positions over flashy obedience. You’ll learn how to correctly use reinforcement tools, manage your dog to set them up for success, and integrate training seamlessly into your daily routine.

We also touch on the benefits of keeping a training journal, reviewing filmed sessions, and maintaining a positive, enjoyable environment that helps both you and your dog succeed.

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S4:E18 Insights From Assessing Teams with K9 Essence (Guest: Brianna Mackay)

In this episode, Sam sits down with Brianna Mackay from K9 Essence, one of our locum dog trainers who conducts temperament assessments for Therapy Dogs Australia teams. Brianna shares valuable insights from her work with handlers and their dogs at different stages of their journey, whether just starting out, or freshly graduated.

This episode includes tips on building strong handler-dog relationships, phasing out food rewards, and tailoring training to each dog’s needs.

It’s an encouraging and informative listen for anyone preparing to work with their therapy dog.

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Raise your future therapy dog with us! Join our Juniors Mentoring program (puppy & adolescent programs available) and set you and your dog up for success by training the right foundations early, more info here: https://therapydog.com.au/juniors-mentoring-program

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