The Mindful Dog Parent: Dog Training Advice & Calm Support for Overwhelmed Owners
Sian Lawley-Rudd - Lavender Garden Animal ServicesBeing a dog parent isn’t just about training cues, it’s about managing emotions, expectations, and the weight of responsibility. The Mindful Dog Parent is the podcast for overwhelmed dog parents and anxious dog owners who love their dogs deeply but feel stuck in cycles of guilt, burnout, and self-doubt. Hosted by trauma-informed coach and ethical trainer Sian Lawley-Rudd, each episode combines dog... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 34 | Founded | 8 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Kids & FamilyMental HealthHealth & FitnessPets & Animals | |||
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Feeling judged, questioned, or pressured about how you train your dog can quietly undermine your confidence.
Many overwhelmed dog parents find that the hardest part of dog training isn’t their dog’s behaviour, but navigating other people’s opinions... more
Takeaways:
• Dog parents often face overwhelming responsibilities without support, leading to emotional fatigue.
• Reflecting on our own responses to dog behaviour is common yet can lead to self-doubt.
• Having a supportive space to discuss dog trai... more
Trusting yourself again with your dog can feel confusing, especially when nothing looks “fixed” yet.
For overwhelmed dog parents, progress often shows up internally before behaviour changes become visible, and that’s where self-doubt can creep back ... more
Your Dog’s “Bad Day” Doesn’t Mean You’ve Gone Backwards
Have you ever come home from a walk feeling like all your progress has disappeared?
Your dog reacts, your body tightens, and suddenly your mind is telling you that you’ve failed, that somethin... more
If you’re an overwhelmed dog parent who keeps finding calm… only to lose it again, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Mindful Dog Parent, ethical dog trainer Siân Lawley-Rudd shares calm dog training advice and nervous-system-aware suppo... more
If you’re an overwhelmed dog parent entering January feeling behind, exhausted, or worried that your dog’s behaviour has slipped over Christmas, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Mindful Dog Parent, ethical dog trainer Siân Lawley-Rudd ... more
Christmas can feel overwhelming, especially for anxious, exhausted dog parents already carrying stress, guilt, and pressure around dog training.
If you’re an overwhelmed dog parent struggling to stay calm during the holidays, this episode offers gen... more
Takeaways:
• December presents unique challenges for dog parents, leading to feelings of overwhelm and chaos.
• Your dog's behaviour during the holiday season is a normal reaction to increased stimulation and change.
• Creating a safe zone for you... more
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Apple Podcasts | #129 |  United States/Kids & Family/Pets & Animals |
Apple Podcasts | #124 |  United Kingdom/Kids & Family/Pets & Animals |
Apple Podcasts | #65 |  Australia/Kids & Family/Pets & Animals |
Apple Podcasts | #34 |  India/Kids & Family/Pets & Animals |
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Aimed at overwhelmed dog parents, this podcast offers a blend of dog training advice and emotional support to foster solid connections between owners and their pets. It addresses the complexities of dog ownership, emphasizing the emotional challenges such as guilt, burnout, and anxiety that many pet parents face. Episodes feature actionable strategies for improving both dog training techniques and the emotional well-being of dog owners, often exploring the deeper emotional dynamics at play in dog-parent relationships. Listeners are encouraged to embrace imperfection while focusing on self-regulation and connection rather than merely relying on training tips. Unique in its approach, the podcast integrates gentle training methods with helpful... more
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