If your dog follows you everywhere, is it a sign of love—or could it be something else?In this episode of Resident Wild, Kim and Neri answer a listener question about a Border Collie that never leaves its owner's side. Whether it's moving from room to room or stopping the moment their owner stops, the behaviour raises an important question: is this simply loyalty, or could anxiety be playing a role?Together, they explore how looking beyond the behaviour itself can help us better understand what our dogs are actually experiencing, and why context is everything when interpreting behaviours like "velcro dogs."In Advice Given Online, they unpack the long-standing belief that dogs should never walk in front of their owners on a lead. Where did this idea come from, and does walking in front really mean anything about your relationship with your dog?Then, in Debunk a Myth, they tackle another common belief—that allowing your dog to sleep on your bed will make them dominant. It's a myth that has persisted for decades, but as always, the reality is far more nuanced.To finish, Kim and Neri introduce a brand-new light-hearted segment, Speak English Proper, where they compare the wonderfully different wordsand phrases used in Australia and England. It's a fun way to end an episode filled with thoughtful conversation, practical insights and plenty of laughs.Join us as we continue to challenge old beliefs and encourage a deeper understanding of the dogs who share our lives. 🐾listener question - 2:37community spotlight -15:07advice given online - 16:35Debunk a myth - 21:43Speak english Proper - 26:32

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