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Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast

For anyone working or interested in animal-assisted services, particularly with therapy dogs, this is the podcast for you!Samantha King is a Psychologist, accredited dog trainer and industry expert in the field of Animal Assisted Therapy with over 10 years of experience. Sam and co-host Max (Therapy Dogs Australia head of creativity) chat amongst themselves and to guests to highlight some of the challenges and golden moments experienced by those working in the industry. Our goal is to provide a free

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All Episodes

104:14

S4: E20 Critical Thinking with Pat Stuart

Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast ·

2025/11/04

S4:E20 Critical Thinking with Pat StuartIn this episode of the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast, Sam sits down with the one and only Pat Stuart, a professional dog trainer, co-host of The Canine Paradigm podcast, and owner of Serious Dog Business.Pat shares his journey from the Army to professional dog training, reflecting on how critical thinking and behavioural science have shaped his philosophy. Together, Sam and Pat discuss the importance of understanding each dog as an individual, staying

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20:55

S4:E19 Planning a Training Session for Your Dog

Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast ·

2025/10/22

S4:E19 Planning a Training Session for Your DogIn this episode of the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast, we break down how to plan and structure an effective training session for your dog — no matter what stage of training you’re in.Sam shares practical advice on creating a consistent training plan, using marker words correctly, and focusing on control positions over flashy obedience. You’ll learn how to correctly use reinforcement tools, manage your dog to set them up for success, and integrate

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92:56

S4:E18 Insights From Assessing Teams with K9 Essence...

Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast ·

2025/09/30

S4:E18 Insights From Assessing Teams with K9 Essence (Guest: Brianna Mackay)In this episode, Sam sits down with Brianna Mackay from K9 Essence, one of our locum dog trainers who conducts temperament assessments for Therapy Dogs Australia teams. Brianna shares valuable insights from her work with handlers and their dogs at different stages of their journey, whether just starting out, or freshly graduated.This episode includes tips on building strong handler-dog relationships, phasing out food

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57:30

S4:E17 Creating Impactful Therapy Dog Programs...

Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast ·

2025/09/16

S4:E17 Creating Impactful Therapy Dog Programs (Guest: Chakera Houtby)In this episode, we sit down with Chakera Houtby to hear her inspiring journey into the world of animal-assisted therapy alongside her therapy dog, Alfie. 💜We cover the realities of therapy dog visits – highlighting the challenges in different workplace settings to the costs and logistics of running professional animal-assisted services. Chakera also opens up about her business, Waggly Woofs, and developing animal-assisted

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45:01

S4:E16 When Things Go Wrong (Part 2)

Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast ·

2025/09/02

S4:E16 When Things Go Wrong (Part 2)Listener discretion is advised: This episode includes references to self-harm and blood.In Part 2 of this episode, Sam and Max get into the spicier side of therapy dog work, sharing real, anonymously submitted stories where things really went off script.From intense client encounters to unexpected incidents involving blood, these are the kinds of moments that test your training, your boundaries, and your ability to think on your feet. Sam breaks it all down with

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119:09

S4:E15 How To Play With Your Dog (Part 2) Guest: Tim...

Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast ·

2025/08/19

S4:E15 How To Play With Your Dog (Part 2) Guest: Tim Pratt From Diverse Dogs. Welcome back to Part 2 of How To Play With Your Dog with Tim Pratt from Diverse Dogs. In this episode, we dive deeper into the fundamentals of play, explore the prey sequence to make your play sessions more fulfilling, and highlight what to avoid when playing with your dog. Tune in to discover how purposeful play can strengthen your bond, build confidence, and make training more fun for both you and your dog. Please

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80:47

S4:E14 How To Play With Your Dog: Part 1 (Guest: Tim...

Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast ·

2025/08/05

S4:E14 How To Play With Your Dog: Part 1 (Guest: Tim Pratt From Diverse Dogs).In this two part episode, Tim Pratt from Diverse Dogs returns for another insightful chat, this time it's all about the power of play in relationship & confidence building as well as training and behaviour management. Building on his first appearance in S4:E5, where Tim explored emotional regulation for handlers and dogs, he now dives into how structured play can strengthen bonds, build trust, and channel natural

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48:04

S4:E13 When Things Go Wrong (Part 1)

Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast ·

2025/07/22

S4:E13 When Things Go Wrong (Part 1)In Part 1 of this special two-part episode of the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast, Sam and Max explore real, anonymously submitted stories from the field — all centred around moments when things didn’t go to plan while working with a therapy dog.From unexpected behaviours to tricky client interactions and medical concerns, they unpack common themes and share practical tips for staying calm and professional. They also highlight the value of strong training skills,

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86:19

S4:E12 Why Scent Work Might Be The Training Tool...

Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast ·

2025/07/08

S4:E12 Why Scent Work Might Be The Training Tool You’ve Been Missing (Guests: Tanya Lawless & Leigh Russell)This week on the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast, Max and Sam chat with Tanya Lawless and Leigh Russell from Unpacked Dog Education and Training. With a strong background in dog behaviour and scent detection, they share how scent work can support the overall well being of our dogs.From managing prey drive, to using sniffing games in behavioural consults, this episode is packed with tips for

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57:54

S4:E11 Inside the Data: A Teacher’s Take on the Power...

Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast ·

2025/06/24

S4:E11 Inside the Data: A Teacher’s Take on the Power of Therapy Dogs (Guests: Bree Rooney & Scott Gale)Sam and Max were joined this week by Bree Rooney and Scott Gale for a feel-good episode all about the success of Toormina High School’s therapy dog program. Bree and Scott shared how therapy dog Delilah and therapy dog in training Ellie have become an integral part of the school community—boosting student well-being, building confidence, reducing negative behaviours, and even helping one

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64:50

S4:E10 Assistance Vs Therapy Dogs - Can You Have Both?

Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast ·

2025/06/10

S4:E10 Assistance Vs Therapy Dogs - Can You Have Both?Can an assistance dog also be a therapy dog? In this episode of the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast, Sam and Amy discuss the differences between assistance dogs and therapy dogs, highlighting their distinct roles, training requirements, and behavioural characteristics. They explore the challenges and ethical considerations in managing these dogs' workloads, emphasising the importance of clear boundaries between different roles and responsible

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38:07

S4:E9 Building Your Dog’s Confidence With The Box...

Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast ·

2025/05/27

S4:E9 Building Your Dog’s Confidence With The Box Training MethodThis week on the podcast Sam discusses a training technique called the Box Training Method that helps build a dog's confidence and can address some behavioral and handling issues. Therapy dogs need to be confident to safely to do their job and this method will be really useful for all of our current and past participants. Pat Stuart offers a FREE online course for this method via his website Serious Dog Business. You can access his

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87:58

S4:E8 Foundation Dog Training Advice For Every Owner...

Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast ·

2025/05/13

S4:E8 Foundation Dog Training Advice For Every Owner - The Nooch's Pooches Method (Guest: Panos Anagnostou)Sam and I were joined by Panos Anagnostou this week on the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast. We are very excited because Panos has published a book called The Nooch's Pooches Method, that everyone in our community is going to greatly benefit from. We are strong advocates for continuous learning and having a range of material available that can be re-visited time and again. Sometimes, that means

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61:51

S4:E7 How Hard Is It To Train A Therapy Dog?

Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast ·

2025/05/01

S4:E7 How Hard Is It To Train A Therapy Dog?This week on the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast, Sam dives into a really important question that maybe isn't asked enough- how hard is it to train a therapy dog? The answer may not be what you expect. Please remember to subscribe, follow and like this podcast if you enjoy it, a good review will help us a lot too. Enjoy!SUBSCRIBE! Interested in Animal-Assisted Therapy / Animal-Assisted Services and studying with Therapy Dogs Australia? Visit our website

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95:22

S4:E6 Retiring & Navigating The Passing Of A Therapy...

Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast ·

2025/04/15

S4:E6 Retiring & Navigating The Passing Of A Therapy Dog (Guest: Sharlet Jensen)This week on the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast, Sam and I got to sit down with Sharlet Jensen, a Speech Pathologist based in Seattle, who's experienced the emotional process of retiring not one, but two therapy dogs, coping with the passing of her retired therapy dog, Johnny Utah and breaking the news to her clients. Please remember to subscribe, follow and like this podcast if you enjoy it, a good review will help

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121:41

S4:E5 Co-Regulation Between Handlers & Their Dogs,...

Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast ·

2025/04/01

S4:E5 Co-Regulation Between Handlers & Their Dogs, Impact On Relationship & Reactivity (Guest: Tim Pratt)This week on the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast, Sam and I had an opportunity to sit down with Tim Pratt, founder of Diverse Dogs, who shared his background in working with dogs and discussed the importance of understanding and managing emotions for both handlers and their dogs. This episode covers various aspects of dog training, including handling reactive dogs, the benefits of

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80:05

S4: E4 Puppy Temperament Testing For Choosing A...

Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast ·

2025/03/18

S4: E4 Puppy Temperament Testing For Choosing A Future Therapy Dog (Guest: Serena Lynch)This week on the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast we had the opportunity to sit down with Serena Lynch, the breeder & founder of M&M Companion Retrievers. This episode is best watched on our youtube channel as Serena shares some videos of temperament assessments from her previous litters and discusses what traits are especially important for puppies that may grow up to become therapy dogs one day. There is

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83:49

S4: E3 Starting An Animal-Assisted Activities Business

Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast ·

2025/02/25

S4: E3 Starting An Animal-Assisted Activities Business.This week on the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast, Sam sits down with go-getter Bree Rooney to discuss various aspects of running an animal-assisted activities business, including strategies for starting and growing the business, understanding roles and responsibilities, and best practices for working with dogs in different settings. They also cover the operational aspects such as billing, client communication, and the importance of proper dog

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47:18

S4:E2 School Therapy Dog: Sage’s Impact & Setting Up...

Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast ·

2025/02/11

S4:E2 School Therapy Dog: Sage’s Impact & Setting Up for Success (Guest: Natalie Esterhuysen).This week on the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast, Sam and I are joined by Natalie who has a therapy dog named Sage. We cover the positive impact of Sage on students at their school, and strategies for managing Sage in such a busy environment. Natalie also shared her experience of introducing Sage into school, emphasizing the importance of thorough research, preparation, and community involvement. Please

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96:25

S4:E1 What's On In 2025 For Therapy Dogs Australia

Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast ·

2025/01/28

S4:E1 What's On In 2025 For Therapy Dogs Australia Sam and Max chat about what 2025 might have in store, the heartbreak and healing that comes with losing a beloved pet, and, somehow, aliens and air fryers make their way into the conversation. We also share updates about our pets and some exciting plans for future podcast guests and topics. If you enjoy the podcast, don’t forget to like, subscribe, follow, and leave us a glowing review! It helps us reach more people in the industry so we can all

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