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The Paws Perspective

Flying Paws Dog Training

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Frequency: 1 episode/6d. Total Eps: 64

The Paws Perspective is a dog training podcast that helps owners feel calmer, clearer, and more confident by understanding their dog’s behaviour before problems take hold. Each episode explores training tips, behaviour insights, and real-life stories to help you build a stronger bond with your dog. From puppies and adolescence to big behaviours and everyday challenges, we share practical, science-backed advice in a friendly, relatable way. 🎙️ New episodes every Wednesday.

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63. Different Dogs, Different Rules: Why One Size Doesn't Fit All

Wednesday, October 14, 2026 • Duration 27:10

No two dogs are the same, so why would we expect the same training approach to work for every dog?

In this episode, Pat and Molly from Flying Paws Dog Training reflect on how their approach to dog training has evolved over the years, with plenty of lessons learned from their own dogs along the way.

From different personalities and temperaments to setting boundaries, encouraging independence and understanding what each individual dog needs, they explore why training isn't about following a one-size-fits-all formula.

They also share how living with their own dogs has shaped their perspectives as trainers, challenged their thinking and reinforced the importance of adapting our expectations to suit the dog in front of us.

Whether you're navigating life with an independent thinker, a sensitive soul or a dog who likes to make their own rules, this episode is a reminder that understanding the individual dog is just as important as the training itself.

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62. When Rehoming Is the Right Choice.

Wednesday, October 7, 2026 • Duration 23:34

In this episode, we explore the often difficult and emotional topic of rehoming a dog. We discuss the stigma that can surround rehoming, why it isn’t always a sign of failure, and the circumstances where finding a different home may genuinely be the best option for both the dog and their family.

We look at lifestyle and environmental mismatches, behavioural and safety concerns, changes in family circumstances, and the reality that sometimes management or training alone cannot make a situation sustainable. We also discuss how to assess your options, make an informed and responsible decision, and approach rehoming with the dog’s long-term welfare at the centre of the process.

Ultimately, this episode is about moving away from judgement and recognising that responsible dog ownership sometimes means making incredibly difficult decisions.

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61. Things Dog Trainers Deserve an Award for Not Saying

Wednesday, September 30, 2026 • Duration 34:31

Sometimes dog training means changing the plan, having an awkward conversation, or accepting that management might actually be the best solution.

In this episode, we talk about some of the common misconceptions we see around dog training and some of the things trainers occasionally have to stop themselves from saying out loud!

We discuss:

Why management isn’t a failure
What to do when the original training plan simply isn’t working
Why we need to train the dog in front of us rather than sticking rigidly to a method
The assumptions we make about why dogs behave the way they do
Why equipment fit and comfort matter
How breed traits and lifestyle can contribute to training challenges
Why a behaviour learned at home won’t automatically work everywhere else
The importance of actually practising and reinforcing the behaviours you want
Navigating some of the more awkward conversations between trainers and owners
Why honesty about what is (and isn’t) working can lead to better outcomes

Dog training doesn’t always go according to plan, and that doesn’t necessarily mean anyone has failed. Sometimes the most important skill is recognising when something isn’t working, figuring out why, and being willing to change what we’re doing for the dog in front of us.

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60. The Small Wins: Recognising Progress in Dog Training

Tuesday, September 22, 2026 • Duration 12:50

Dog training progress doesn’t always look dramatic. Often, it’s the small changes that happen quietly over weeks or months that show just how far you and your dog have come.

In this episode, we talk about why progress can be difficult to recognise when you’re living with your dog every day, and how an outside perspective can sometimes highlight improvements you’ve stopped noticing.

We also dive into the adolescent stage, when training can feel inconsistent, patience can wear thin, and it’s easy to wonder whether all your hard work is actually paying off.

We discuss:

Why progress in dog training is rarely linear
The small wins that are easy to overlook
Why adolescence can make it feel like training has gone backwards
The role of patience, consistency and maturity
How an outside perspective can help you see change
Why comparing your dog to where they were, rather than where you think they “should” be, matters
Celebrating progress while still acknowledging there’s more work to do

Sometimes the biggest sign that training is working isn’t a perfectly behaved dog. It’s looking back and realising that something that used to feel really difficult… doesn’t feel quite so difficult anymore.

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59. The Hardest Goodbye: Navigating End-of-Life Decisions for Our Dogs.

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 • Duration 54:21

This is a difficult episode, but an important one.

Over the past five years, between us we’ve had to say goodbye to four of our own dogs, Murph, Rily, Tani and Dudley. With the recent loss of Murph, we wanted to have an open conversation about something almost every dog owner will eventually face: knowing when it might be time to say goodbye.

This isn’t an episode about having all the answers. It’s about the decisions, emotions and uncertainty that can come with the end of a dog’s life, and our own experiences of navigating those moments.

We talk about:

The difficult question of “How do I know when it’s time?”
Quality of life and recognising when things are changing
Making euthanasia decisions when there isn’t always one obvious answer
The guilt, doubt and second-guessing that can come with making that decision
Our experiences saying goodbye to Murph, Rily, Tani and Dudley
The different ways grief can look after losing a dog
Remembering and honouring the life they had, rather than only focusing on their final days

There is no perfect way to navigate the loss of a dog, and every dog, family and situation is different. In this episode, we simply share what those decisions have looked like for us and some of the things we’ve learnt along the way.

If you’re currently facing an end-of-life decision with your dog, have recently said goodbye, or simply want to understand this part of sharing your life with dogs a little better, we hope this conversation helps you feel a little more prepared for one of the hardest parts of loving them.

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58. The First Few Weeks: What Your Puppy Actually Needs

Tuesday, September 8, 2026 • Duration 36:22

Bringing home a new puppy is exciting but those first few weeks can also feel like a lot. What should you focus on? How much socialisation do they really need? And are you accidentally putting too much pressure on yourself to get everything right?

In this episode, we break down what really matters when setting your puppy up for success.

We chat about:

What puppy socialisation actually means and why it’s more than meeting lots of dogs and people
How to safely expose your puppy to the world without overwhelming them
Building routines while still allowing flexibility
Setting realistic expectations for a young puppy
Why rest and downtime are just as important as training and adventures
Helping your puppy develop confidence and resilience
Creating positive experiences rather than trying to tick off a socialisation checklist
The foundations that can make life easier as your puppy grows

Whether your puppy has just arrived home or you’re preparing to bring one home soon, this episode will help you focus on the things that matter most, without feeling like you need to do everything at once.

🎧 Perfect for: new puppy owners, soon-to-be puppy owners, and anyone wanting to give their puppy a strong start to life.

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57. Choosing a Puppy: How to Pick the Right Dog & Breeder

Tuesday, September 1, 2026 • Duration 38:23

Thinking about getting a puppy? Choosing the right dog involves a lot more than falling in love with a cute face.

In this episode, we break down how to choose a puppy that actually suits your lifestyle, including what to consider when choosing a breed, how genetics and breed traits can influence the dog you end up living with, and why your day-to-day life matters more than looks.

We also talk about how to find a responsible breeder, the questions you should be asking before committing to a puppy, and what you should expect a good breeder to be asking you in return.

If you’re planning to get a puppy, researching dog breeds, talking to breeders, or wondering how to choose the right dog for your family, this episode will help you make a more informed decision before bringing your puppy home

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56. The Great Dog Debate: Quick-Fire Edition

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 • Duration 24:28

In this episode, we’re changing things up with a fast-paced, quick-fire chat about all things dogs!

From dogs on the bed and our thoughts on crate training, to muddy paws, beach walks, enrichment toys and the ridiculous number of nicknames our dogs somehow collect, we work our way through a stack of everyday dog-related questions.

We share our own experiences, preferences and a few training thoughts along the way — including why what works perfectly for one dog might not work for another.

Dogs on beds, couches and other furniture
Our thoughts and experiences with crate training
Doggy doors and free access to the backyard
Beach walks, sniffy walks and everyday walking routines
Walking in rain, wind and Tassie weather
Muddy paws and dogs who somehow manage to clean themselves
Playpens and managing the home environment
Kongs, LickiMats and other enrichment activities
Balls, tug toys, fetch and favourite ways to play
Why some dogs find crate training much harder than others
Cardboard destruction and other weird dog obsessions
Zoomies and dog birthday celebrations
Talking to our dogs and the many nicknames they collect
Whether our dogs actually watch TV
Plus plenty of quick-fire dog questions and random tangents along the way!

It’s a lighter episode filled with stories from our own dogs, training experiences and the everyday things that come with sharing your life with dogs.

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55. Would You Rather: Dog Training Edition

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 • Duration 24:04

Would You Rather: Dog Training Edition 🐾

This week on The Paws Perspective, we’re doing things a little differently!

Pat and Molly put their dog training opinions to the test with a rapid-fire game of Would You Rather, tackling some surprisingly difficult choices about dogs, training and everyday life.

Would you rather have one Border Collie or three Labradors? Perfect recall or perfect loose lead walking? A dog who ignores every distraction or one who loves everyone they meet?

And then things get a little more controversial… 😂

We talk about high-drive vs low-maintenance dogs, puppy vs adult rescue, food rewards, reactivity, dog parks, retractable leads, grooming, holidays, training vs equipment and plenty more.

But underneath all the ridiculous hypothetical choices are some pretty important training principles:

🐾 Deal with the dog in front of you. 🐾 Choose training priorities based on the life you actually want to live with your dog. 🐾 Perfect recall can open up huge amounts of freedom. 🐾 Food is a practical and powerful reinforcement tool. 🐾 Addressing reactivity may need to come before recall when behaviour is getting in the way. 🐾 There isn’t one perfect dog, breed or training approach for everyone.

It’s lighthearted, opinionated and occasionally very revealing about what Pat and Molly would actually choose when forced to pick. 🤣

And yes, we may have had a few answers that we’re expecting people to disagree with…

What would YOU choose?

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54. Is Pet Insurance Worth It? What Every Dog Owner Needs to Know

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 • Duration 22:58

Pet insurance is one of those things you hope you never need—but if you do, it can completely change the decisions you're able to make for your dog.

In this episode of The Paws Perspective, Pat and Molly discuss why pet insurance has become increasingly important for modern dog owners. Through honest conversations and personal experiences with their own dogs, they explore the financial reality of emergency veterinary care, specialist treatment and unexpected accidents.

You'll hear real examples of veterinary costs, practical advice for comparing insurance policies, and why taking out cover while your dog is young can make all the difference. The episode also discusses breed-specific considerations, pre-existing conditions, and what to look for beyond just the monthly premium.

If you've ever wondered whether pet insurance is really worth it, this episode will help you understand the benefits, limitations and questions to ask before choosing a policy.

Why pet insurance has become far more important than it was years ago
Real stories from Murphy and Fox that highlight the value of being insured
The true cost of emergency veterinary treatment and specialist care
What pet insurance typically covers—and what it doesn't
Why pre-existing conditions matter when choosing a policy
How breed can influence premiums and coverage
What to compare when choosing between insurance providers
Why getting insurance while your dog is young gives you the most options
How insurance provides peace of mind during difficult decisions

Pet insurance can save you thousands of dollars during unexpected emergencies.
The best time to insure your dog is before health issues arise.
Not all policies are equal—compare coverage, exclusions and claim limits, not just price.
Breed-specific health risks can affect premiums and policy options.
Having insurance allows you to focus on your dog's care rather than the financial stress.

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