Debbie is joined by Tash to talk about something dog owners rarely admit out loud, that even the dogs they adore can, on some days, really wind them up. Together they unpack why that irritation is almost always trigger stacking on our side rather than anything the dog has actually done, and why feeling it does not make you a bad owner.

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Debbie talks about introducing a new kitten into a household of three dogs who had never lived with a cat, and why the whole thing went far more smoothly than she ever expected. She explains how prior training, solid engagement and disengagement skills, and thoughtful management of space set her dogs up to accept the new arrival calmly.

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Debbie is joined once again by Tash to unpack one of the most misunderstood words in modern dog ownership: reactivity. Together they explore the difference between a dog who is reacting and a dog who is simply communicating, and why so many ordinary dogs get wrongly labelled reactive or aggressive. Get your 3 Day Free Trial at The Potter Pawcademy - Start Now!

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Debbie talks about one of the most common summer struggles for dog owners: wanting to bring your dog to the pub or cafe, but not being able to.

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Debbie is joined by Tash for her monthly cameo to talk about trainers bringing their own dogs to class. Together they explore when a demo dog genuinely helps, such as visual learners and technical disciplines like gundog work and agility, and when it hinders, from divided attention to leaving owners feeling their dog will never measure up.

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Debbie talks about one of the most uncomfortable challenges dog owners face: how to advocate confidently for your dog in public without feeling rude or awkward.

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Debbie talks about welcoming a new kitten into a household with three adult dogs, sharing the honest, practical reality of introducing a cat the "wrong way round" from how it's usually done. She walks through the preparation work, from stair gates and cat flaps to playing meowing sounds in advance, and shares the early days of supervised introductions with each of her dogs. Debbie reflects on what she's learned about reading dog behaviour during integration, the surprising ease of kitten ownership compared to puppies, and why she's now, somewhat unexpectedly, a confirmed cat person.

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Debbie talks about why dog training can look so effortless when a trainer demonstrates it, and why it so often feels much harder when you try it yourself at home. She explains that this isn't down to your ability or your dog's, but to the fact that you're learning a brand new skill at the same time as teaching it, while your dog senses every bit of your uncertainty along the way. Debbie also shares why she avoids demonstrating with her own dog, why training is really a partnership between you and your dog, and a simple practice technique that can build confidence before you even start working with your dog directly. A reassuring, honest episode for anyone who's ever felt like they're "getting it wrong."

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