Life With Your Dog

Ep276 - Dog shelter industry veteran: Lisa Wray

01 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 276, Panos and Luke sit down with Lisa Wray, who spent 16 years working and managing the shelter where Panos has volunteered for over a de...

Ep275 - Mistakes that dog owners make during walks

17 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Most dog owners are accidentally reinforcing bad behaviour on every walk. In this episode, Panos breaks down the biggest mistake - putting the wal...

Ep274 - Buddy Spohn from Lateral K9

02 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Buddy Spohn from Lateral K9 joins Panos and Luke for a deep dive into what really drives dog training success. They unpack how to build true motivati...

Ep273 - All about K9 tracking: Former police dog handler Paul Zubcic

21 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Zubcic from Summerland Dog Training joins Panos to dive into the world of K9 tracking. As a former police K9 handler, Paul shares his real-world...

Ep272 - Jay Jack: Windows of opportunity, mistakes & the truth about training

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Panos sits down with renowned trainer Jay Jack for a direct and thought-provoking conversation about the craft of dog training and personal developme...

Ep271 - The big 3 factors affecting your dog's health, with Dr. Will Maginness

18 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Panos sits down with Dr Will Magness — veterinarian and founder of 5 Hounds dog food, to unpack some of the biggest (and often most misunderstood)...

Ep270 - Jas Whiting of Prime Canine: Raising working line puppies

04 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we’re joined by Jas Whiting founder of Prime Canine to break down the real process of raising and developing high-drive Belgian M...

Ep269 - How to proof your dog's training

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Training your dog isn’t about flashy skills or perfect reps in perfect conditions — it’s about reliability in the real world. In this episode, ...

Ep268 - Perspective & context with Dan Camilleri (Hooked on Hounds)

07 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Dan returns for round two, and this one goes deep. In this episode, we unpack intrinsic motivation in dogs—from prey drive to play drive—and how ...

Ep267 - Structured walking: The 20-20-20 rule

23 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Most dog owners walk their dogs every day… and still end up with pulling, reactivity, and chaos on the leash. Why is that? In this episode, Panos a...

Ep266 - The "Mutt Nut" Simon Moody

09 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Panos sits down with Simon, “The Mutt Nut”, a UK-based trainer who’s worked at both extremes of the dog-training world — from...

Ep265 - Sliding scales of reactivity & confidence building: Calem Dunphy of K9 Kuriosity

26 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode, we sit down with Calem from K9 Kuriosity for a deep dive into the realities of working with reactive dogs and the owners guiding them. ...

Ep264 - Domesticating a dingo pup: Samantha Walsh of Man’s Best Friend

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Panos sits down once again with Samantha Walsh from Man’s Best Friend to discuss a unique case — a rescued dingo pup and the lon...

Ep263 - What makes a puppy class great? [Puppies 101]

29 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Panos and Luke break down what truly makes a great puppy class. From choosing an experienced trainer to understanding the importance of environment, ...

Ep262 - Why won't my dog listen when I'm out in public? [Q&A]

15 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s Q&A episode, Panos answers a question from Eric, whose dog listens perfectly at home but forgets everything the moment they step out...

Ep261 - When dogs bite

02 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Why do dogs bite? The truth is, it rarely happens “out of nowhere.” In this episode, Panos and Luke break down the many reasons dogs resort to bi...

Ep260 - Off-leash dogs, shiny coats, & couch privileges [Q&A]

24 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Panos answers some of your most common and practical dog training questions: "What should I do if an off-leash dog approaches us ...

Ep259 - Introducing a new puppy to your existing dog [Puppies 101]

09 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Thinking about adding a second dog to your family? Before you bring home that new puppy, it’s crucial to make sure your existing dog is everything ...

Ep258 - Elijah Boateng from Apex Dog Training

27 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We’re excited to welcome back Elijah, founder of Apex Dog Training in Sydney, for his second appearance on the show. Since his first episode, Elija...

Ep257 - Jacob Morgan from Yorkshire Canine Academy

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Panos sits down with Jacob Morgan from Yorkshire Canine Academy — a trainer who’s built a strong reputation both on the field and online. We dive...

Ep256 - Unwanted barking, and other listener questions

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we tackle one of the most common challenges for dog owners: unwanted barking. We explore the root causes and share practical strateg...

Ep255 - Carter Wilde from Wilde Acres

01 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we're joined by Carter Wilde from Wilde Acres for a powerful conversation on real-world dog training. We dive into the process of in...

Ep254 - Training your dog for real life situations

24 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Panos & Daniel dive into what it truly means to train your dog for real life. Obedience in a sterile environment is one thing...

Ep253 - Sada from Wolf Mother K9 on fearful dogs, shelter realities & redemption

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we welcome back Sada (Saharai Salazar), founder of Wolf Mother K9 Rescue Services. Known for her fearless work with “unadoptable”...

Ep252 - Jacqui Zakar from Dog Sense

02 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Panos and Luke chat with Jacqui Zakar from Dog Sense in Perth — a dog trainer with a background in psychology and a passion for he...

Ep251 - Bad dogs? Or just bad behaviours?

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore a common myth in the dog world: are dogs inherently "good" or "bad"? Or is it more accurate to understand dog behaviou...

Ep250 - Road trips with dogs: Training, planning and travelling smoothly [Q&A]

11 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Planning a road trip with your dog? In this episode of Life With Your Dog, Panos shares everything you need to know to make your trip safe, smooth, ...

Ep249 - Should dog owners need a licence?

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore the idea of requiring a licence for dog ownership. With growing concerns around public safety, responsible pet care, and ...

Ep248 - Talent vs hard work – What really matters? [Q&A]

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is it better to be born with talent, or can hard work take you further? In this Q&A episode, Panos answers a great question from listener Elliot ...

Ep247- When is a dog fully trained? Daniel Middlebrook

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is there ever a moment when your dog is truly done with training? In this episode of Life With Your Dog, Panos invited Daniel on the podcast to dive ...

Ep246 - How to addict your dog to a behaviour (Intermittent and variable reinforcement)

23 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we discuss intermittent and variable reinforcement in dog training and how these methods can help strengthen and maintain behaviors ...

Ep245 - Josh Moran & Alex Edwards

07 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we welcome back Josh & Alex, both top notch dog trainers to discuss valuable topics of the dog world. Both Josh and Alex are join...

Ep244 - Fear aggression

27 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we dive into the complex world of fear aggression in dogs—one of the most misunderstood behavioral challenges pet owners face. We...

Ep243 - When do dogs mature?

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There are 4 stages of maturity in dogs ranging from puppyhood through adolescence to maturity. In each stage there are different expectations and lev...

Ep242 - Handling bad experiences with demo dogs [Q&A]

09 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Panos answers Roger's question: "In your time with using Spades and Chili as demo dogs to help out with other dogs' issues have there been instances ...

Ep241 - Panos published a book

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Panos' book, The Nooch's Pooches Method- A comprehensive guide to training & living with your dog has been released. After years of preparation a...

Ep240 - Genetics and epigenetics with Dr. Michelle Rassool

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Michelle Rassool joins us again on the show, this time to discuss the fascinating topics of genetics and epigenetics in the dog world ... enjoy! ...

Ep239 - A tribute to Spades

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Spades was my beloved dog of 14 years and he has sadly left us. We dedicated this episode to him and talked all about his life, to celebrate the life...

Ep238 - Pat Stuart: How to give your dog what it needs

21 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Pat joins us again (he was on way back in June 2020!) for the 2nd time. We discussed, among other things, his views on the major differences between ...

Ep237 - Why dogs are creatures of patterns

11 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Panos shares a recap of 2024, his favourite episodes of last year and what lessons he's learnt in his dog training experience. This week's topic was ...

Ep236 - Kylie Marks: Physiotherapist for dogs

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week we were joined by Kylie Marks, a physiotherapist who specialises in canine health and rehabilitation. A fascinating conversation around Kyl...

Ep235 - How do you talk to your dog? [Q&A]

05 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Panos answers Amy's question "How do you talk to your dogs?" There are a few things to consider when you speak to your dog. Does your dog understand ...

Ep234 - Dingoes with Samantha-Jo Walsh

23 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Samantha-Jo Walsh joined us this week to talk all about her work in caring for and raising dingoes, which are a native Australian apex predator.  Sa...

Ep233 - When a dog ignores your command

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Panos elaborates on a question asked at a recent group class. "When I gave my dog the Middle command, she ignored me. I tried to put her in time out,...

Ep232 - My dog is digging bones into my couch! [Q&A]

09 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our listener Trevor reached out with a question, "My dog is digging dentasticks into my couch, we don't mind now, but we are getting a new couch soon....

Ep231 - John Ortega from Man's Best Friend Australia

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

LISTENER DISCRETION ADVISED. Dog fighting is discussed in this episode. You have been warned. John's love for dogs started when he was 5 years old - h...

Ep230 - Your first lesson with a professional dog trainer

20 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week we break down all the details of what's typically involved with a "first lesson" with a professional dog trainer. What should you expect as ...

Ep229 - Perfect for today (What?)

11 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week we break down a topic idea from Panos, talking about the concept of "perfect for today". Which essentially means, setting standards for your...

Ep228 - Help! My dog keeps barking at the ceiling fan! [Q&A]

04 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Panos answers Pei's question about her Cavoodle barking at random objects in the home, main thing she barks at is the ceiling fan! Check out why Panos...

Ep227 - Alex Edwards from Refine your Canine

27 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Alex is back for round 3! Panos and Alex going deep and on tangents discussing different topics from conditioning, genetics and anxiety in dogs. Alex ...

Ep226 - (Re-uploaded) The dangers of over-socialisation

19 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

(Re-uploaded to fix the audio cutting out at 14mins - sorry guys!) Panos goes into detail on what socialisation and habituation are. Most people under...

Ep225 - How to teach a reliable recall

04 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A recall is one of the MOST important commands for your dog's safety, and yet can be one of the trickiest to nail down in terms of reliability or bein...

Ep224 - Sharonika Williamson from Clear Canine

28 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Founder and Head Trainer of Clear Canine, Sharonika is a successful IGP trainer and competitor, and canine obedience & behaviour coach/instructor...

Ep223 - Keep your dog away from mine (All about "space")

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week we break down the 3 levels of "space" when it comes to dog training - public space, social space, personal space What are our dogs' critical...

Ep222 - Michael Ellis

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Michael Ellis is a world renowned dog trainer with over 40 years experience as a teacher, mentor, competitor, champion and speaker. It was a great hon...

Ep221 - Tim Pratt from Diverse Dogs

27 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tim is an ex-correctional officer, who worked in the canine unit for 13 years working and training dogs for specific tasks from the tactical unit to s...

Ep220 - Help! My dog barks all day! [Q&A]

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Beth asked "I’ve just been informed by my neighbours that my dog(s) have been barking all day while we are at work. Do you have any advice on how to...

Ep219 - Larry Krohn: You want a great dog?

03 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It was a great pleasure and honour to welcome Larry Krohn to our show, who is one of the dog training industry's most longstanding and respected names...

Ep218 - The Downunder Dog Trainer: Max O'Neill

23 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Max is the founding owner and head trainer at Down Under Dog Trainer. Having grown up around dogs and always being able to easily connect with, and un...

Ep217 - What is the "return on investment" for training your dog?

15 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Panos describing the lessons learnt walking neighbour's dog, Molly. The return on investment on proper and adequate application of dog training is mas...

Ep216 - The power of therapy dogs in psychology: Samantha King

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Samantha King is a Psychologist and clinic director at Psychology & Animal Assisted Wellbeing, a clinic where therapists work with a therapy dog ...

Ep215 - Are dogs becoming "luxury items"? (cost of living crisis)

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our longtime listener and friend Roger wrote to us, asking for our opinions on whether dogs and the associated costs of owning them are becoming "luxu...

Ep214 - You get what you reward (you reap what you sow)

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's short episode is a reminder that you may be reinforcing unwanted behaviours that you actually don't like. Being mindful of this is the initial...

Ep213 - Adam Guest from Raw & Fresh Pet Food

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A great conversation with Adam about raw feeding and all its benefits. Healthy nutrition for dogs is important for a happy, healthy and strong dog, mi...

Ep212 - Everything you need to know about dog fights

28 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dog fights are an inevitable part of nature.  How can we best prepare for, prevent, and if necessary, intervene when they do  happen?   Thank you ...

Ep211 - Why you should stop carrying food around for your dog

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Food as a reinforcer is important in the learning and training phases. However it gets to a point that you must wean them off appropriately. Don't rel...

Ep210 - The six stages of prey in your dog (what are they?)

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What is "prey drive" in a dog, and why is it relevant to how we train them? This week we break down the SIX distinct stages of prey and what this mean...

Ep209 - Jumping on visitors and "The 3 Ds" [Q&A]

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Panos answers a question from Pamela about her 1.5yr old English Staffy, Luna. Pamela has listened to the episode about jumping and had a question abo...

Ep208 - Every day is trial day (why?)

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In dog training, there is something known as a "trial" - which typically involves some sort of test or exhibition in any given dog sport. Owners may s...

Ep207 - Discipline & patience (What dogs have taught me)

23 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Your responsibility is to show up for your dog and your duty is to train and look after them We teach dogs to live in our society, dogs teach us to li...

Ep206 - Mindset & high-drive working dogs

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week we unpack a question from our listener, Angie, who's asking about mindset & high-drive working dogs. How can we best meet the mental and...

Ep205 - It's all about CONFIDENCE

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week we break down the importance of confidence in dog training and how to best implement it to deepen your relationship with your dog.   Thank...

Ep204 - Verbal vs non-verbal commands [Q&A]

24 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Panos answers Amy's question on do some dogs respond to verbal commands and other non-verbal?It isn't about breed or specidic dog, it is about the way...

Ep203 - Boyd Hooper - Founder of the NDTF and CERT Academy

09 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week we're joined by Boyd Hooper, who has over 35 years international experience and has trained thousands of dogs for a multitude of application...

Ep202 - Dog training is simple, not easy (What?!)

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week we delve into the concept of "simple versus easy" when it comes to training our dogs. You might be thinking, are they the same thing? Well, ...

Ep201 - What is a "demo dog"?

22 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Panos gives insight and advice on what a Demo dog is and how to go about finding and developing them to be a good helper for your job as a trainer. Co...

Ep200 - Reactivity: Where to begin? (Behaviour modification)

07 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It can be quiet stressful living with a reactive dog. This episode shares some insight and advice on where to get started with the behaviour modificat...

Ep199 - Infinite & Finite Games

02 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy new year to all our loyal listeners! We look forward to more discussions in 2024 about how to live our best lives with our dogs... on that note,...

Ep198 - Be your dog’s leader (don’t just act like it)

07 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in this week as we unpack a bit of a deeper, more metaphorical episode ... what does it mean to truly BE a leader for your dog, rather than just ...

Ep197 - What long leash and tug should I use for my dog? [Q&A]

27 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It can be hard to find good quality products for large strong dogs. Leanne asked Panos a question regarding what is a good long lead and interactive t...

Ep196 - Letter to a new dog trainer: Brent Dry from the K9 Company

17 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Brent recently shared a poignant "letter to a new dog trainer" on his Facebook page, and this just happened to coincide with us inviting him back for ...

Ep195 - What is ”good” obedience? (How long does it take?)

09 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We break down the topic of "good" obedience - what is this, how do we define it, how can it be achieved? Ultimately, if you're putting effort into dev...

Ep194 - Grief in dogs

02 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dogs mourn the loss of a significant other just like people. It can be a hard time for both us as owners and of course, our other dogs. Panos offers s...

Ep193 - Glenn Cooke: All about Rottweilers

25 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Glenn graced us with his 3rd appearance on the show in as many years ... this time we talked all about Rottweilers, with Glenn giving us somewhat of a...

Ep192 - Yard Maintenance

16 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you and your dog live in a house with a backyard, it can sometimes feel like a part time job looking after the space! It's hard having young dogs a...

Ep191 - Tyler Muto (from Consider the Dog)

10 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we had the pleasure of having Tyler Muto on the show. We have been following his journey over the years, learnt plenty of worthy techniques ...

Ep190 - Alex Edwards: All about huskies and the sarplaninec (what the?!)

02 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Alex Edwards returned to talk to us all about his favourite breeds - the husky, and the impossible to pronounce "sarplaninec" ...! Alex is super passi...

Ep189 - Behavioural Euthanasia: Dr. Michelle Rassool

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr Rassool joined us for a second time on the show to discuss a dark and not so favourable topic of behavioural euthanasia. It is a very tough and cha...

Ep188 - Why your dog should ”need” to rest

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Instead of thinking your dog needs to be trained to learn how to behave appropriately, which is true, however your dog should be tired enough that he ...

Ep187 - From training elephants to training dogs! Dave Mckelson of Pro Dog Melbourne

04 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week Dave Mckelson joined us from Melbourne to talk about his passion for training animals, which began with almost two decades of working with e...

Ep186 - Helping aggressive & reactive dogs: Dan from Hooked on Hounds

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dan from Hooked On Hounds joined Panos this week for a great chat about sheep herding, helping the young people at RuffTrack & behaviour modificat...

Ep185 - My dog is unsettled during car rides

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Many dog owners struggle with their dog's behaviour in the car. Behaviours manifesting either from excitement, anxiety or fear. Panos covers remedies ...

Ep184 - [Puppies 101] How to raise a happy & healthy puppy

12 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We decided to redo our old Puppies 101 episode from way back in 2019! Some of the topics covered this time around: Crate training Toilet training Soci...

Ep183 - Help! My dog hates strangers coming over [Q&A]

09 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Janelle asks and Panos answers: "I have a question about our (maybe) Terrier Cross  'Frankie' approx 5 years old adopted from Sutherland Shire Animal...

Ep182 - Giving vulnerable teenagers a fighting chance: Farmer Dave from RuffTRACK

31 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

RuffTRACK is a Riverstone-based charity, helping vulnerable young people in western Sydney between the ages of 12 and 17 who have disengaged with the...

Ep181 - When dogs do the job they were bred for! (We review Muster Dogs)

16 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we break down the ABC Australia show, Muster Dogs, which follows 5 pups from a single kelpie litter, sent to different farmer-trainers acros...

Ep180 - Pick your battles

05 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Panos offers a few different perspectives of how to pick your battles when training & living with your dog. Topics include: What will today's session ...

Ep179 - Types of intelligence (and the power of conditioning)

25 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What is "intelligence" in dogs? What does this mean in the context of dog training? Also, what is the true power of conditioning? We break down both o...

Ep178 - Letting things marinate

18 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Panos discusses that it is beneficial to give a command a small break from time to time for your dog to process a behaviour. A week off sometimes has ...

Ep177 - Great expectations

08 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The greater the expectation, the greater the disappointment. Panos discusses many different factors relating to expectations and how it influences you...