The Canine Paradigm

The Canine Paradigm


Latest Episodes

Episode 349: What do you need to train a dog to do?
October 11, 2025

In Episode 349 of The Canine Paradigm, we dive deep into a question that gets to the heart of dog ownership, what do most families actually need their dog to be trained to do? We explore the essent

Episode 348: The best dog trainer in the universe
September 29, 2025

In this lively and insightful episode, Glenn sits down in person with three of the industry's entertaining and passionate figures, Jacob Morgan from the Yorkshire Canine Academy, Ian Kirke, also from

Episode 347: Something is wrong in the world
September 15, 2025

In this emotionally charged episode, Glenn and Pat hit the reset button after scrapping their original recording, something we don't often do. The reason? Frustration and sadness. The original session

Episode 346: Stop rewarding the wrong people and behaviour
August 31, 2025

In this episode, Glenn and Pat take a hard look at the ethical cracks forming in the professional dog training industry. Prompted by Justin Rigney, who continues to call out deceptive trainers, tellin

Episode 345: unconditional and present love
August 20, 2025

In Episode 345 of The Canine Paradigm, we're joined once again by our wonderful friend and regular guest, Birdy O'Sheedy. This conversation revolves around the real, often under appreciated, joy of si

Episode 344: The true impact of a dangerous dog
August 07, 2025

In this eye-opening episode of The Canine Paradigm, Glenn and Pat explore the full weight of what happens when a dog is declared a nuisance, menacing, or dangerous by council authorities. Firstly,

Episode 343: The magic in dogs
July 27, 2025

In this moving episode of The Canine Paradigm, Glenn and Pat welcome back their close friend and regular guest, Birdy OSheedy, for a conversation that speaks to the soul of dog ownership. This tim

Episode 342: She blinded me with dog science
July 11, 2025

In this powerful episode of The Canine Paradigm, Glenn and Pat reconnect with one of their favourite guests, Dr Melanie Uhde. Known for her no-nonsense, science-first approach to canine behaviour and

Episode 341: Jacob Morgan on life, love and the Mutt Nut
June 30, 2025

In this episode of The Canine Paradigm, Glenn and Pat sit down with Jacob Morganfounder of Yorkshire Canine Academy and host of the Caffeine and Canines Podcast. Jacobs name has been rising fast

Episode 340: What I learned in ten years of dogs
June 24, 2025

In this episode of The Canine Paradigm, Glenn and Pat take a moment to reflect on the biggest lessons, shifts in thinking, and key takeaways from the last decade of living and working with dogs. From