Letters From Your Dog
Episodes
Top Tip For Relaxed Lead Walking
24 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A lovely, chilled, relaxed walk with your dog can be wonderful! Having your arm constantly pulled out of it's socket...not so much! In this epis...
It's ok to take a break
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Responsibility can weigh heavy sometimes and lots of us have many responsibilities, including our dogs! Don't let guilt stand in the way of you g...
Dog Humping As A Trigger For Sexual Violence Memories
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
*Trigger Warning* - This episode references sexual violence and the negative emotions around this experience. We are discussing how humping behaviour...
Close It
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Want a fun AND practical game to play with your dog on a rainy day? Look no further! All my dogs love this game and it's very useful to enlist yo...
Stop guessing when your dog will react
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Often I'm asked how to respond when you aren't sure IF your dog will react negatively to something or not. How do you know when to use a tec...
Taking the fear out of towel drying
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you have a dog that wiggles and tried to get away when you are drying them off be sure to have a listen to this one! I give you the step by step pr...
Anyone for a singalong?
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There are so many ways that we can use music and specifically song to connect with our dogs. Have a listen in this eousode to all the benefits of a go...
Joint Supplements Aren’t Pain Killers
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is all about advocacy, getting to be the voice for your dog so they can live a life free from physical pain.If you're a dog pro, it&...
Bridging The Gap
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
When a dog struggles to apply something in the 'real world' that they aced in practice, often we are told "just practice more". We...
The Dr. Pepper Wall
24 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been told not to do something and it makes you want to do it all the more? Yep, our dogs experience this too and that's what we are...
Why dogs are better than humans (joke..kinda)
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A lovely list of all the reasons why we should appreciate and love our very best furry friendsIf you're a dog professional, see details and join ...
Bouncy Greeter Top Tip
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A little tip for those dogs that think everyone is here to see them!Would you like to join The January Reset? Here's the link: https://pawsupdogs...
A Lesson & A Thank You
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A little story from the vet's office and a HUGE thank you to you all!Would you like to join The January Reset? Here's the link: https://paws...
Redirecting Angry Energy
20 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every feel frustration , anger or rage towards your dog, their behaviour or the situation? These tactics will help! You can still join Connect: The D...
The Dog Guardian Coaching Countdown Episode Five: The Path Forward Doesn’t Have to Be Overwhelming
13 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This five-day countdown series is leading up to Connect: The Dog Guardian Coaching Experience - a live, five-day event starting on Sunday 14th Decembe...
The Dog Guardian Coaching Countdown Episode Four: 5-Minute Connection Rituals You Can Start Today
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This five-day countdown series is leading up to Connect: The Dog Guardian Coaching Experience - a live, five-day event starting on Sunday 14th Decembe...
The Dog Guardian Coaching Countdown Episode Three: You’re Not Failing — You’re Communicating
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This five-day countdown series is leading up to Connect: The Dog Guardian Coaching Experience - a live, five-day event starting on Sunday 14th Decembe...
The Dog Guardian Coaching Countdown Episode Two: Why Your Dog’s Emotions Matter (And Yours Do Too)
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This five-day countdown series is leading up to Connect: The Dog Guardian Coaching Experience - a live, five-day event starting on Sunday 14th Decembe...
The Dog Guardian Coaching Countdown Episode One: Connection vs. Compliance: Why the Difference Matters
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This five-day countdown series is leading up to Connect: The Dog Guardian Coaching Experience - a live, five-day event starting on Sunday 14th Decembe...
Pain is pain
22 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you find yourself comparing your journey with your dog to that of others? Is it helping? If not, listen to this!CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE VIP WAITING ...
Recall without the recall
15 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
 If you have a dog that is a bit hit and miss with their recall or pulls a lot on lead, this one is for you! --------------1. If you'd like my...
Do you experience health anxiety about your dog?
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's very common to experience worry about your dog's health. This episode should help if that worry is impacting your life. --------------...
Can I Hold Your Hand?
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode teaches the most simple and most important rule we should all be adhering to as caring dog guardians--------------If you'd like my s...
4 Simple things I do to prevent food bowl resource guarding
11 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For more support with resource guarding, check out episode 41, or take a deep dive into how to help your dog with my behavioural workshop on everythin...
How we damage trust with our dogs and how to rebuild those bonds
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We all want a trusting relationship between us and our dogs, but we are human and sometimes we make mistakes. In this episode we explore some of the w...
I don't care about your llama pyjamas!
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever been advised to film your training with your dog by a dog professional? Honestly, we have our reasons for asking you to do this (and we don'...
A special kind of jumping up - help for dogs that want to leap on strangers!
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I personally love a dog that is super happy to meet strangers, however, it can cause some difficulties sometimes. In this episode I describe my simple...
Mental Health Real Talk Mini Series: Episode 5: The Pressure Of Happiness
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This series is all about allowing space to talk about the unspoken thoughts and worries that many of us hold. Join me for a no holds barred and taboos...
Mental Health Real Talk Mini Series: Episode 4: Letting Go Of People In Your Life That Cause You Harm
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This series is all about allowing space to talk about the unspoken thoughts and worries that many of us hold. Join me for a no holds barred and taboos...
Mental health real talk mini series: Episode Three: Talking Panic
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This series is all about allowing space to talk about the unspoken thoughts, worries and concerns that can come with having a dog sometimes. Join me f...
Mental health real talk mini series: Episode Two: Understanding Passive Suicidal Thoughts
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This series is all about allowing space to talk about the unspoken thoughts, worries and concerns that can come with having a dog sometimes. Join me f...
Mental health real talk mini series: Episode One: The Dark Feelings That You Are Allowed To Have
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This series is all about allowing space to talk about the unspoken thoughts, worries and concerns that can come with having a dog sometimes. Join me f...
What would your dog write in your dating profile?
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How does your dog view you? What would they say about you if they had to describe your qualities? Does that make you feel good, or is there room to im...
The 4 Points Of Reward
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss how to get your dog to stay with you, after coming away from something exciting! Important Links from this episode:1. Join...
Supporting Sensitive Dogs Series: Episode 4
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about sharing life with multiple dogs when one or many have environmental sensitivities. Dive in!Important Links from this epi...
Supporting Sensitive Dogs Series: Episode 3
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Important Links from this episode:1. Join my upcoming workshop supporting the parents of environmentally sensitive dogs here: https://www.pawsupdogs.c...
Supporting Sensitive Dogs Series: Episode 2
23 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode Two of this series I'm answering a listener question, focusing on how to manage fearing judgement from dog professionals. This can sh...
Supporting Sensitive Dogs Series: Episode 1
10 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I'm excited for Episode 1 of our Sensitivity Series, where I'll be answering specific nuanced questions from students who are activity worki...
Sneak Peak Into The Secret KIENO Podcast: Stories of dogs that help, support and heal
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's my favourite time of year! Registration for the the 5th Annual KIENO Conference is now open. Please click here to get your free ticket!In th...
Cheeky Chicken
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's my favourite time of year! Registration for the the 5th Annual KIENO Conference is now open. Please click here to get your free ticket!In th...
Kindness is essential, not optional
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's my favourite time of year! Registration for the the 5th Annual KIENO Conference is now open. Please click here to get your free ticket!In th...
How To Come To Terms With A Serious Illness Diagnosis For Your Dog
05 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hearing the news that your dog has a serious or life threatening illness can be incredibly hard to manage, both emotionally and practically. In this ...
How do I get my dog to relax when I am active?
22 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes our dogs just love to be involved! I love this about them but equally sometimes we just need to get stuff done without an inquisitive snoot ...
Ever felt shamed by a dog professional? Try these tips to help!
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is for anyone and everyone who has ever felt shamed by a dog professional. Try these tips to help!1. Important Links from this episode:- ...
What's your evacuation procedure?
23 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we look at safety first! What things to have in place in case of emergency to help reduce stress and prioritise safety.1. Important Li...
Kindness for kindness sake
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we look at how to make life with our dogs less transactional and more relational. Enjoy!1. Important Links from this episode:- Registe...
Four ways my dogs have supported me.
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dogs are pretty awesome in most ways and being a teacher for us humans is no exception!1. Important Links from this episode:- Register for the upcomin...
When depression steals your sparkle
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss the realities of struggling with depression whilst parenting a dog and how to reframe guilt1. Important Links from this epi...
Is your dog holding up a mirror to you?
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we explore the powerful (and sometimes revealing) connection that our dogs have with us!1. Important Links from this episode:- See the...
Medication? I'm out!
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we explore the nuances of mental health medication for dogs. It's a sensitive topic for many, but an important one nonetheless1. ...
Trigger Hunting!
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
 In this episode we talk Trigger Hunting! What it is, how to do it and how it can help you and your dog.1. Important Links from this episode:- See th...
Boom, boom, crash!
03 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New Year celebrations might be over, but that means that now is the perfect time to start working on firework fear! In this episode I take you through...
The Beauty Of The 30 Second Connection Session
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is for anyone who struggles to work with their dog, or find the motivation to do a 'training session'!If you'd like my s...
Joy Jar
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Important Links from this episode:Here's the link to check out all those amazing Black Friday Deals.: https://www.pawsupdogs.com/blackfriday2024/...
Working with Silent Triggers
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Important Links from this episode:Here's the link for the new workshop: Stress Less At The Vet: https://pawsupdogs.samcart.com/products/stress-le...
Nearly losing my dog and gaining new perspectives
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Trigger Warnings:- This episode discusses serious dog illness and human body image difficulties In this episode I share a recent experience of my dog ...
Can I pick my dog up?
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
'You should never pick your dog up!! It will make it worse!!"Ever heard that? I have! In this episode we explore where and when you 'sh...
Internal V External: For Dogs Who Don't Seem To Be Improving
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lots of dogs who exhibit stress behaviours don't appear to be improving emotionally or behaviourally, even with appropriate intervention and supp...
If Your Dog Is Your Reason To Stay (In Honour of Suicide Awareness Month)
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Trigger Warning: This episode has a general discussion about suicide.September is World Suicide Awareness Month. This is such an important topic to ra...
Do you feel guilty as a dog parent?
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Guilt is one of the primary negative emotions that I hear about most, when working with devoted dog parents. It makes sense, because we love our dogs ...
Think SCAR
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever find yourself in a situation with your dog where they (and possibly you too!) are experiencing some big emotions?? It could be fear, excit...
Am I rewarding bad behaviour?
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lots of dog caregivers worry about accidentally rewarding their dog for "bad" or "unwanted" behaviours. The concern is that offeri...
Is Your Dog Pushing Your Boundaries?
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Planning for this episode really made me took a long, hard look at my own habits, patterns and ways of being with my dogs. Not easy but definitely a p...
Should I let my dog *insert activity here*?
04 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A commonly asked question or group of questions that I get as a behaviourist, start with "should I let my dog"...This is usually followed up...
Dogs, fear and meaning
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes we just don't understand WHY our dogs are scared of something. We try to reason with them ("but you've seen this thing 1000 t...
How is a tail wag like a human smile?
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It can be confusing when your dog is showing signs that they might be uncomfortable but also wagging their tail. Are they happy or not? In this episod...
More than the 3Ds
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you would you like to join the upcoming 3 day event: "Helping you and your reactive dog to feel better" you can do that here.The 3Ds have...
How to tell your dog trainer you don’t understand, need more time to learn or are feeling overwhelmed
23 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are so many factors that influence our ability to take in new information, learn new skills and act on our learning. This is true for learning h...
How to live your best life with your dog
03 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
DON'T FORGET TO REGISTER FOR THE KIENO CONFERENCE HERE!We often get so caught up in the things that are "wrong", difficult or challengi...
A quick and simple tip for dogs that leap and jump when you come home
27 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You could spend ages trying to help your dog feel calm when you come home, or you could just try this instead!Listen to this episode for a great anti-...
Do you care what people think of you and your dog?
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered why you feel such intense emotions when your dog dogs something "naughty" or undesirable in public? In this episode I explai...
Your Adolescent Dog
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Adolescence...it's hard for dogs and their people alike. In this episode I talk through some of what you adolescent dog may be going through and ...
My First 10 Months With Strudel
08 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I can't believe my puppy Strudel is already 10 months! In this episode I talk through what our first 10 months together has looked like. I hope i...
Listener Question: Preparing your dog for a new dog moving in next door
23 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we are answering one of our listener questions and it's all about how to prepare your dog for a new dog moving in next door - there are...
Recall Consolation Prizes!
02 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode is all about recall consolation prizes. What are they? When do we use them? How can they help with your recall training?Enjoy...
Run, Stop, Run (For Dogs Who Don't Want To Go Home!)
12 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are talking a simple, fun and most importantly force-free way to ask your dog to come inside, or to head homewards when they aren't read...
Managing Feelings Of Guilt As A Dog Parent
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I'm sharing an important question (and my answer) to something asked by one of my Trainer In Your Pocket students (join trainer i...
How Do I Help My High Energy, High Drive Dog To Have A Chill Day At Home?
29 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I'm sharing an important question (and my answer) to something asked by one of my Trainer In Your Pocket students (join trainer i...
Is It Ever Too Late To Help A Dog?
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I'm sharing an important question (and my answer) to something asked by one of my Trainer In Your Pocket students (join trainer i...
Reward Stations For Fun & Connection!
16 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we are talking Reward Stations! This is a great connection building activity for you and your dog and perfect for those scorching days...
Get Smelly and Help Your Dog To Feel Safer In New Places
09 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we are talking about how one simple and easy "hack" can greatly improve your dog's ability to feel calm in new places. ...
Your Chilled Dog Gets Stressed Too Sometimes
04 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we are talking all about how stress can impact even the most laid back of dogs (and people for that matter) and how to support in thos...
The More You Listen To Your Dog, The More They Will Talk To You
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we are talking about dual-listening - how to better listen to your dog's communication so they feel heard and understood. In resp...
"My dog's "reactivity"is unpredictable so how do I know when to step in?
24 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is a commonly asked question for me as a behaviourist and it makes sense. It can be hard to predict what will be triggering for you dog and what ...
Do you wish you could go back in time and parent your dog differently?
19 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you've wished you could have done something differently with your dog, congrats, you're probably a human!The things is that we humans do ...
My dog’s 3 and now she’s anxious all of a sudden
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about anxiety in dogs and why sometimes it can appear that they suddenly become anxious with no apparent reason, or a fear that...
Age is NOT a diagnosis
09 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we speak about ageing dogs and how to advocate for them! Age is NOT a diagnosis and there are lots of ways to support ageing dogs to l...
My Dog Sniffs People's Bits
02 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I love answering your listener questions so if you have a question for me, please click here to submit it and I might just answer it on the podcast!Th...
Listener Question: "How Do I Encourage My Current Dog To Bond With My New Puppy?
19 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I love answering your listener questions so if you have a question for me, please click here to submit it and I might just answer it on the podcast!Th...
Dogs Should Be Seen And Not Heard?
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you have a dog that barks a lot it can certainly be stressful, however, the recent push in the dog training world to try anything to "shut the...
A New Look At Confidence
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lots of us are familiar with the kinds of confidence building activities that involve helping your dog to feel comfortable with new objects, places, o...
Obedience isn't natural
30 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Often we defer back to "obedience" drills when we are unsure how to manage our dog's behaviour but emotional responses often need somet...
Scary or Safe?
14 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Scary or safe?This topic is really fundamental to getting your connection with your dog as strong as it can be. If you hold this concept as the basis ...
Body Blocking (Part two of a two part series)
05 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Last week we spoke about reward blocking and today is part two...body blocking!This is SUCH an easy mistake to make when it comes to working with your...
Reward Blocking (Part One Of A Two Part Series)
01 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Reward blocking might be the one thing that is stopping your training from progressing...especially when we are working with anxious or excited dogs. ...
It's not always what it seems....
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dog not listening to you? Sometimes it can seem they are being "disobedient" or "stubborn"It's not always what it seems.....I...
What to do when you love your dog but you don't like them right now
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Emotions are tricky things and feeling ashamed of how we feel is up there with one of the worst!In this episode I talk through some tips for when ever...
Cracking Puppy Toilet Training
09 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I know how frustrating it can be when:- You take your puppy outside and then they come in and go to the toilet in the house- They rip up their puppy p...
Using S.L.E.E.P.P to understand resource guarding
09 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Resource Guarding can be really scary....for you but also for your dog. They are experiencing intense anxiety when guarding something precious, be tha...
My Top Ten Tips For Helping Chewing Puppies
29 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have a new puppy and feel like they are chewing up your entire house?You're not alone! In this episode I go through my top ten tips to hel...