Unlocking the Future of Canine Regenerative Medicine with Andrew ArmitageIn this groundbreaking episode, we dive into the world of regenerative therapies for dogs with Andrew Armitage BSc (Hons), BVM&S, MRCVS, a pioneer in the field.

With thousands of successful treatments under his belt, Andrew and his team at Greenside Veterinary Practice have treated more animals using biological therapies than anyone else in the UK. Their extensive database of treatment responses offers unparalleled insights into the effectiveness of regenerative medicine.

Andrew shares how cutting-edge therapies—like stem cell treatments, PRP, and Class IV laser therapy—are transforming the lives of dogs suffering from musculoskeletal conditions.

His team’s exceptional success rate in reducing pain and restoring function is backed by rigorous scientific research, pushing the boundaries of veterinary medicine.

Join us as we explore how regenerative medicine is revolutionising pet healthcare, the latest breakthroughs in the field, and what the future holds for canine rehabilitation.

Whether you’re a vet, pet owner, or simply fascinated by medical innovation, this episode is packed with invaluable insights.

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Lez and Ross have both been in the industry professionally for well over 20 years and each has been involved with dogs for over 40 years.

Whilst sensibly they have stayed away from the ‘limelight’ regarding TV offers, they have regularly been on national and local radio, spoken at national events at NDWA, CFBA, and Kennel Club / Crufts events as well as bespoke speaking engagements for the Dog Safety Education Executive (DogSEE).

Ross wrote for Dogs Monthly Magazine for over 12 years and Lez was the first lady feature writer for a national Shooting Magazine (both Sporting Gun and Sporting Shooter).

They were also 'study buddies' and were the first in the UK to achieve a Masters Degree (Professional Practice) in Canine Behaviour and Psychology in 2011.

They work well together and apart, support and work with dog rescue organisations and train professional dog trainers and behaviourists.

Different as chalk and cheese, but maybe not as different as they like to think.Intrigued? want to know more? then check out our websites...

www.rossmccarthy.com ~ www.lezgraham.com

And if you'd rather watch than listen, you can catch Gundogs and Guard Dogs on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@gundogguarddog

The unusual moany greeting…it takes 2 seconds to get on to moaning about the weather…that sets the scene for a talk about dog safety.

Ooh…did someone mention ‘positive only training’?

Bribing dogs ignoring dogs and growing into behaviour issues! Neuroplasticity…”it don’t work like that!”

Self-rewarding behaviours and turning around and ignoring the dog jumping up whilst your back is left gushing with blood!

It’s a bit of a moany one…but the dog world is a mess and we can’t escape that…despite the wave of 'Science-based' bullsh…erm methodology.

Sniffy walks Vs appropriate physical exercise. What actually makes dogs happy? It’s certainly not what some people think or promote!

Fatal dog attacks and the Malinois…2 babies killed. The rise of the Cane Corso the questions about the XL Bully.

The North and South divide are both just perplexed by the stupidity and naivety of people. They chat about the Dog Safety Education Executive (DogSEE.org) and the #puthecameradown campaign.

Unfortunately we don’t live in Disney land and we have to keep it real!

And it’s not just aggression and bites that can cause injuries or issues…how can people be educated with so much crap on the socials?!

Breed Books and telling the truth. Go in with your eyes open… not all dogs are the same.

They have more questions than answers…but something has got to give.

They may somewhat overegg the pudding at times, but that’s based on the horrors that they have seen (lucky for you...some of the conversations about dog related fatalities were kept off the Podcast…Lez and Ross didn’t need the images in their head and so were kind enough not to pass that on to you!)

They close with recent bite stats and hospitalisations and reiterate never to be complacent.

All doom and gloom…get your public liability insurance and support your local rescue charities rather than the big ones who fuel the problem.

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A Chat with CIDBT Tutor Diane Kunas from Seattle

From a first meeting in Merthyr Tydfil 20 years ago to completing her Master’s degree and returning stateside, Diane Kunas has had quite the journey.

We delved into some fascinating insights about dog ownership in Seattle and across various US states. The discussion uncovered surprising similarities between the UK and the US, from our shared obsession with “fur-babies” to training methods and attitudes towards our four-legged friends. Topics ranged from balanced training vs. force-free approaches to dog laws, breed-specific legislation (BSL), and—of course—the all-important subject of oodles of Doodles.

Diane’s passion for Bull breeds, especially the slobber-prone Dogue de Bordeaux, shone through. She’s left a trail of drool across Seattle, no doubt turning heads and winning hearts.

We also touched on industry regulations—or the glaring lack thereof—and how these impact the world of dog training. It's clear that both sides of the pond share plenty of common ground, even if the accents are a little different!

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Happy New Year from this miserable duo!

Mostly flat, but there is some useful information about puppies teething and transitioning into adulthood.

After a short break, they’re back with a Christmas Special!

In this episode, we dive into the world of dog laws and legislation with Trevor Cooper from Cooper & Co solicitors. Despite the usual hiccups and a slightly chaotic introduction (thanks, Ross! 😂), the conversation quickly becomes a must-listen for any dog owner or enthusiast.

A chat about inappropriate laughter is quickly followed by the topic of pet bereavement.

Maybe a hard listen, probably a harder conversation for Lez and Ross to have and to put out there.

How long does this gut-wrenching feeling last for?

How long will it take to smile instead of cry at the memories?

Making very hard decisions when it comes to the love of your dogs and what happens when we don’t have the ability to make these choices.

The impact that these wonderful animals have on our lives and the worry of losing our best friends can be overwhelming.

It’s never any easier, but we may be more prepared to do the last display of love for our dog.

Some practical as well as emotional conversations about the last breath, the cremation/the burial and how we move forward.

If you are able to listen, please do.

If you need to share with anyone who needs it, please do.

Thank you to the GaGD team for putting this out there and to Lez and Ross for sharing their experiences in the hope it may benefit others.

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Whilst sensibly they have stayed away from the ‘limelight’ regarding TV offers, they have regularly been on national and local radio, spoken at national events at NDWA, CFBA, and Kennel Club / Crufts events as well as bespoke speaking engagements for the Dog Safety Education Executive (DogSEE).

Ross wrote for Dogs Monthly Magazine for over 12 years and Lez was the first lady feature writer for a national Shooting Magazine (both Sporting Gun and Sporting Shooter).

They were also 'study buddies' and were the first in the UK to achieve a Masters Degree (Professional Practice) in Canine Behaviour and Psychology in 2011. They work well together and apart, support and work with dog rescue organisations and train professional dog trainers and behaviourists.

Different as chalk and cheese, but maybe not as different as they like to think.

Intrigued? want to know more? then check out our websites...

www.rossmccarthy.com ~ www.lezgraham.com

A flawless start as usual with more lessons in English language from Lez.

The nonsense chat covering the weather, recent workshops and other drivel leads the way to discussing living with the convalescent dog.

From the conventional spay to cruciate ligament ruptures, hygromas, ruptured bladders and epilepsy. The emotional drain on owners and the strain of caring for dogs after illness or injury. The thought of doing it maybe harder than the reality in some cases?!

A conversation about the huge microchip needle, bone damage, the stoic nature of dogs and the importance of raising your dogs as individuals and creating the ability for contentedness when alone.

A difficult topic leading the way to an even more difficult conversation next time about when we lose our beloved canine companions.

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Lez and Ross have both been in the industry professionally for well over 20 years and each has been involved with dogs for over 40 years.

Whilst sensibly they have stayed away from the ‘limelight’ regarding TV offers, they have regularly been on national and local radio, spoken at national events at NDWA, CFBA, and Kennel Club / Crufts events as well as bespoke speaking engagements for the Dog Safety Education Executive (DogSEE).

Ross wrote for Dogs Monthly Magazine for over 12 years and Lez was the first lady feature writer for a national Shooting Magazine (both Sporting Gun and Sporting Shooter).

They were also 'study buddies' and were the first in the UK to achieve a Masters Degree (Professional Practice) in Canine Behaviour and Psychology in 2011. They work well together and apart, support and work with dog rescue organisations and train professional dog trainers and behaviourists.

Different as chalk and cheese, but maybe not as different as they like to think.

Intrigued? want to know more? then check out our websites...

www.rossmccarthy.com ~ www.lezgraham.com

A reflection of lockdown.

The southern aspect can’t recover from his initial faux pas of mentioning the lack of guests for this episode! A brief conversation about British Summertime and wet feet leads on to a pretty non-dog related reflection of lockdown.

We originally started this podcast during the pandemic, just to make some distraction and provide some relief from the difficult ‘storm’ in which we all found ourselves in…despite being in many different vessels!

The strange new language that we had to learn…social distancing, bubbles, shielding, sanitising, and getting used to the new normal!

Washing shopping, touching unknown dogs, socialising dogs, long term affects on us and our dogs.

Eat out to help out…then get back in! Be kind…actually don’t bother! Common sense gets lost in Google apparently. Cruelty in the name of kindness, and the rather depressing result of pandemic puppy buying.

Luckily Lez gives us some Japanese tutoring in regard to a lonely mouth and Ross provides expert insight into the use of a flannel, to save panic buying toilet rolls! Give this one a miss…normal service will resume shortly!

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Whilst sensibly they have stayed away from the ‘limelight’ regarding TV offers, they have regularly been on national and local radio, spoken at national events at NDWA, CFBA, and Kennel Club / Crufts events as well as bespoke speaking engagements for the Dog Safety Education Executive (DogSEE).

Ross wrote for Dogs Monthly Magazine for over 12 years and Lez was the first lady feature writer for a national Shooting Magazine (both Sporting Gun and Sporting Shooter).

They were also 'study buddies' and were the first in the UK to achieve a Masters Degree (Professional Practice) in Canine Behaviour and Psychology in 2011. They work well together and apart, support and work with dog rescue organisations and train professional dog trainers and behaviourists.

Different as chalk and cheese, but maybe not as different as they like to think.

Intrigued? want to know more? then check out our websites...

www.rossmccarthy.com ~ www.lezgraham.com