In this episode, host Nathan Dunleavy speaks with Maya Badham, founder of S-A-H-S-D-A and creator of the Partnership Planet Model. Maya shares her powerful journey from supporting trauma survivors to reimagining how we live with dogs — not as projects to train, but as partners to respect.

💡 What you’ll discover:

The roots of the Partnership Planet Model

Why control and compliance limit connection with dogs

How co-regulation, autonomy, and stewardship transform relationships

Practical examples of responding through partnership, not obedience

Redefining what “success” as a dog guardian really means

If you’ve ever wondered what true partnership with your dog could look like, this episode is a must-listen.

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