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Food FUN and the Power of Ditching the Bowl for Your Dog’s Health and Wellbeing!

In this super episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, Tom and Lauren are back to chat all things FOOD!

A healthy dog is a happy dog! Food and nutrition are just one important part of the picture. Experience with food in enriching ways is another. Enter the amazing concept of Ditch the Bowl - and no, we don't mean just toss away your dog's food bowl and feed them straight from the floor! 

By taking your dog's food OUT of their bowl and instead using it to create super fun experiences or as reinforcement for training and relationship building, as well as rewarding great choices throughout the day and providing opportunities for brain-boosting enrichment, Ditch the Bowl is the BEST way to get the most out of your dog's daily food allowance!

In this jam-packed episode, we're going to be diving into just SOME of our life-changing top tips, super strategies and stellar solutions for all things food:

 - How to grow a food-motivated dog

 - How to manage Ditch the Bowl with multi-dogs 

 - How to fit Ditch the Bowl into your daily life

 - Why Ditch the Bowl is such a crucial concept

 - Ways you can IMPROVE your dog’s diet for better health and wellbeing so they can not just survive, but actually THRIVE!

 - How to supplement your dog’s diet for a superfood and health BOOST

 - Safe and natural options to tackle parasites

 - And SO MUCH MORE!

If you want to dive into supplement, superfood and natural parasite support for your dog, visit a-ok9.com and if you’d like our FREE Body Condition Score Chart to see how your dog stacks up, download it here: https://absolutedogs.me/bodycondition   

PLUS! We couldn't leave this episode without mentioning our BRAND NEW course that's ALL about food, health and wellbeing and of course, Ditch the Bowl!

From how to choose what your dog eats and get creative about how you use your dog’s food, to weight management strategies and how to combat feeding struggles, it’s all here!

 - Not sure how to Ditch the Bowl in a multi-dog household?

 - Concerned about how to transition your dog from regular bowl-fed mealtimes?

 - Worried your dog is going to start mugging you for food?

We have you covered! Tom and Lauren bring you all their top tips and troubleshooting strategies as well as answering your feeding-related questions. Whether you’re brand new to the idea of Ditch the Bowl, or it’s all your dog has ever known, this super course is jam-packed with value!

AND not only do you get lifetime access to this in-depth teaching, but the course also has a practical component! Dive in and join our very own Bake Off Queen Michelle in the kitchen to learn how to whip up tasty treats and exciting enrichment options for your dog!

Find out ALL the delicious details at absolutedogs.me/food

You absolutely CANNOT miss this episode, so dive in and have a listen – and while you’re here leave a review for us and share with us what was your biggest takeaway!

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Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog -  Pro Dog Trainer Club!
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And while you’re here, please leave a review for us and don’t forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that! 

In this super cool episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, Lauren is joined by the amazing and wonderful Lorna who, with her Border Collie Nora, trains and competes in the magical world of Heelwork to Music and dancing with dogs!

Lauren and Lorna are here in this awesome episode to chat all things Heelwork to Music, trick training and of course, DOGS!

From the difference between heelwork to music and freestyle to how this amazing dog and exciting sport builds an incredible dog-handler bond and relationship and how it can be enjoyed by any handler or dog, no matter their age, size, breed or background!

Plus, as Lorna and Nora prepare to make their debut at Crufts 2023, they are here to give you some of their favourite top tips on learning new tricks with your dog and then piecing them all together to choreograph a finished routine.

There’s so much more in this episode, from top tricks, tips and hacks for those wanting to get started in trick training and heelwork to music, to breaking down tricks into small steps when teaching your dog so that you can set them up to succeed!

Even if you don’t have any dreams to compete, trick training and dancing with dogs can be an amazing relationship booster in your everyday life with your dog! Dance, play and train tricks from the comfort of your living room and build an amazing, enriching relationship with your dog at the same time!

AND you get to hear some handy hints for parents who have children who want to get into training tricks or even dancing with dogs in heelwork to music, not to mention Lauren and Lorna share their top tips on the qualities to look for in a dog who would be perfect for trick work and heelwork to music!

This episode is absolutely one you will not want to miss, so dive in and have a listen – and while you’re here leave a review for us and share with us what was your biggest takeaway!

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In this super exciting episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast Lauren is joined once again by the wonderful Dan 'Tower' Anderson for an awesome myth busting tips, tricks and troubleshooting hacks session on loose leash walking and recall struggles!

We are going to be talking on some of the biggest struggles faced by owners - struggles that when transformed are absolutely life-changing for YOU and for YOUR DOG!

MYTH?

Do dogs need to be walked and have opportunities to RUN every single day?

MYTH?

Do dogs need to have freedom to do whatever they want to have a good quality of life?

MYTH?

Do dogs need to be super social and be allowed to have play time with other dogs whenever they come across them?

MYTH?

Do dogs need to be faced with many, many other dogs and even more people to be properly socialised?

MYTH?
Must all dogs in a household have the same things, and at the same time, to keep things fair?

We bust these common myths, plus SO MANY MORE and we also dive into some super top tips to grow your training struggles into absolute super strengths!

Let's dive into this super cool podcast episode and really bust these common misconceptions with games of tips tennis AND get you the tips, tricks, strategies and solutions you need to solve your loose leash and recall struggles!

Don’t forget, while you’re here, leave a review for us and share with us what was your biggest takeaway!

Support the show

If you’re loving the podcast, you’ll love our NEW Sexier than a Squirrel Dog Training Challenge even more! Get transformational dog training today for only £27!

Want even more epic dog training fun and games and solutions to all your dog training struggles? Join us in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club!
https://absolutedogs.me/gamesclub

Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog -  Pro Dog Trainer Club!
https://absolutedogs.me/prodogtrainerclub 

And while you’re here, please leave a review for us and don’t forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that! 

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Have you ever thought about your dog’s true health when it comes to food? Have you considered the foods you may be feeding them and how that food plays a part in a healthy, happy dog that is set up for a lifetime of wellness success and longevity?

Have you ever wanted to make natural, healthy, GOOD food for your dog? 

What about switching up your dog's meals to make them more enriching, rewarding and enjoyable? 

Have you heard about our super Ditch the Bowl concept, and you're interested in how that might work for you? You've come to the right place! 

In this episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel Lauren is joined by a super special guest, the wonderful Michelle, who has featured many times on the podcast and is the rockstar head trainer and PDT for Devon Dogs at Bowerland - the home of absoluteDOGS - and she is also an absolute dog treat Bake Off Queen!

From perfect sized home baked Treat and Train training treats, lick mat tasting plates, 3-course meal Kongs, super tasty squeezy tube recipes, Kefir, Golden Paste, Bone Broth, Green Tea, dog SUSHI and so much more, we've got it ALL for you in this episode!

In this day and age, it’s time to take a really good look at what we are feeding our dogs every day and what we are putting into our companions, our friends, our teammates, and our furry family members to make sure they are as healthy as possible for as long as possible and the tips, strategies and super foods we chat on in this episode are going to help you get there!

This is such an important episode to listen in one, with SO many super solutions for your dog’s wellness and long-term health and it’s an absolute MUST for any health-conscious dog owners, so jump on in – and while you’re here, leave a review for us and share with us what was your biggest takeaway!

Support the show

If you’re loving the podcast, you’ll love our NEW Sexier than a Squirrel Dog Training Challenge even more! Get transformational dog training today for only £27!

Want even more epic dog training fun and games and solutions to all your dog training struggles? Join us in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club!
https://absolutedogs.me/gamesclub

Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog -  Pro Dog Trainer Club!
https://absolutedogs.me/prodogtrainerclub 

And while you’re here, please leave a review for us and don’t forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that! 

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Have you ever wanted to train your dog with tricks?

In this super episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel the totally awesome Pro Dog Trainer Dan Tower Anderson is joining Lauren once again, this time to chat about all things tricks!

From training snazzy tricks that look super cool like a Bow, a Spin or Jumping through Hoops, to training tricks that can be beyond useful in everyday life, such as Middle of the Move, Nose Push and Object Retrieve, not to mention CPR and so much more!

There are so many ways that training "tricks" can benefit and complement our everyday training with our dogs too. Tricks can boost our dog's confidence, build their focus and engagement with us and grow immense value in proximity (sticking close to us!). Tricks will help your loose-leash walking, your recall, your reactive dog or your nervous, pessimistic dog! Tricks have got it all for both you and your dog!

Tricks can also be an appropriate outlet for your dog's energy and can be a great way for kids and dogs to interact and work together while also not asking too much of the dog (like having them sit still for a long time around a high-energy child)!

No matter what tricks you are training with your dog, it's all about the fun and the journey you go on with your dog, engaging with your dog and adding so much value to your relationship together!

This episode is absolutely jam-packed with so many top tips, training hacks, and super solutions for all things tricks! It's the ultimate Tricks geek out! 

You definitely don't want to miss it - and while you’re here, leave a review for us and share with us what was your biggest takeaway!

Support the show

If you’re loving the podcast, you’ll love our NEW Sexier than a Squirrel Dog Training Challenge even more! Get transformational dog training today for only £27!

Want even more epic dog training fun and games and solutions to all your dog training struggles? Join us in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club!
https://absolutedogs.me/gamesclub

Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog -  Pro Dog Trainer Club!
https://absolutedogs.me/prodogtrainerclub 

And while you’re here, please leave a review for us and don’t forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that! 

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Have you ever had an interview for your absolute dream job, but life circumstances left you feeling unsure as to whether you could - or should - take that opportunity?

Have you ever wondered how hard you should push to grab an opportunity of a lifetime, even when the world seems to be pushing back?

Have you ever been asked to step up and take on a higher level of responsibility, even though it might be something you feel you're not qualified or ready for?

This is called stepping outside your comfort zone, and there are so, so many ways this might occur in everyday life. It can be hard to see when an opportunity is the right step forward for you.

In this episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, Lauren is joined once again by the wonderful Sam Askew (super Pro Dog Trainer and rockstar Devon Dogs team member at Bowerland, the home of AbsoluteDOGS) to chat on ALL these things and so much more, including all their top tips for seizing the moment and stepping outside your comfort zone! 

From taking a leap or stepping up to seize an opportunity, to graduating outside your comfort zone to achieve a dream, it's all here in this amazing, optimism-boosting and thought-provoking podcast episode! 

It really is an inspirational episode, so jump in – and while you’re here, leave a review for us and share with us what was your biggest takeaway!

Support the show

If you’re loving the podcast, you’ll love our NEW Sexier than a Squirrel Dog Training Challenge even more! Get transformational dog training today for only £27!

Want even more epic dog training fun and games and solutions to all your dog training struggles? Join us in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club!
https://absolutedogs.me/gamesclub

Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog -  Pro Dog Trainer Club!
https://absolutedogs.me/prodogtrainerclub 

And while you’re here, please leave a review for us and don’t forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that! 

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Fireworks are an oddity for dogs (and most animals). They’re loud, they’re booming, they light up the sky spontaneously and a lot of dogs are caught off guard by the noise and vibrations.

If your dog is frightened by loud noises such as fireworks, don’t panic! The good news is you know they are coming, so now is the time to prepare for them.

So just how can you help your dog through a night of fireworks? Here are our top tips!

Download the Taking the Fear Out of Fireworks eBook! It’s FREE!

absolutedogs.me/fireworks 

Control the controllable! 

You'll be able to guide and help your dog through the fireworks season far more effectively by focusing on setting them up for success, rather than getting stressed, depressed or angry about the presence of fireworks in the world.

Guard your dog's optimism!

Fireworks and loud noises are downright terrifying for ANY dog, even if they seem to be okay around loud noises right now. One negative experience is all they need for "okay" to become "worried", "scared" or "totally terrified" so it's important to not only grow your dog's optimism and confidence through games, but it's equally as important to fiercely guard their optimism by setting them up for success whenever fireworks or loud noises might be near. Some of our optimism-guarding tips are:

• Don't take your dog for walks on evenings when you know fireworks might be around – go earlier in the day or simply play games at home instead!
• Give your dog a safe space like a covered crate or a dog-safe darkened room with closed curtains!
• Play loud music, white noise, radio or TV (some people even say drumming music is great to mask fireworks) – and ensure you also do this BEFORE the fireworks start to mask those loud noises and prevent your dog from hearing them as much as possible!
• It also helps to do lots of dry runs throughout the year and play your loud music randomly all year round to ditch that routine and stop your dog from predicting your "fireworks routine" and becoming worried anyway!
• Don't give your dog access to doors or windows while fireworks are happening!

We’ve got SO MANY more tips for you in this epic episode so make sure you check it out – these are tips to make YOUR life and YOUR DOG’S life so much easier and more comfortable when it comes to Fireworks Season (and any other noisy, worrying times throughout the year)!

Dive in and take a listen - and while you’re here, leave a review for us and share with us what was your biggest takeaway!

Support the show

If you’re loving the podcast, you’ll love our NEW Sexier than a Squirrel Dog Training Challenge even more! Get transformational dog training today for only £27!

Want even more epic dog training fun and games and solutions to all your dog training struggles? Join us in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club!
https://absolutedogs.me/gamesclub

Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog -  Pro Dog Trainer Club!
https://absolutedogs.me/prodogtrainerclub 

And while you’re here, please leave a review for us and don’t forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that! 

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This fang-tastic episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast is all about Halloween!

The height of the Spooky Season is such an exciting time of year, especially if you have a family with young children. There are tricks, treats and spooks galore with vampire visitors and ghostly guests knocking on your door. For your family, it’s a chilling, thrilling and exhilarating time!

Did you know that Halloween can actually be incredibly stressful and overwhelming for many dogs! 

That's right! It’s a night full of weird, wacky, strange and downright scary things that your dog may never have seen or experienced before! Trick or Treaters alone can very quickly fill your dog’s stress bucket, especially if those visitors are dressed as witches, ghosts and other creepy creatures!

To help you set your hound up for a frightfully fa-BOO-lous Halloween, Tom and Lauren have packed this episode full of their top treats, troubleshooting tricks and haunting hacks for you and your dog: 

✔️ Plan how you're going to use your dog's daily food allowance during Halloween

✔️ Make sure your fridge/freezer and cupboards are full of calming activities for your dog to focus on when things get frightful

✔️ Have safe spaces for your dog to hang out in away from the front door, novel noises and those terrifying Trick or Treaters! 

✔️ Pop a sign on your door asking visitors not to knock (we've even prepared one for you!) http://absolutedogs.me/halloweensign 

✔️ AND SO MUCH MORE!

It's important to remember that while it is just one night, there can be an exciting, novel and busy build up to Halloween and you may need to guard your dog more carefully from experiences they won't find enjoyable in the days and weeks beforehand. 

Plus, let's not forget that Halloween usually marks be beginning of an entire season of novel events, from fireworks season, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year and so many more depending on where you are in the world, so the tips, tricks and treats in this episode are going to help you set your dog up for amazing success no matter what this time of year can throw their way!

Take a listen - and while you’re here, leave a review for us and share with us what was your biggest takeaway!

LINK TO HALLOWEEN 'DO NOT KNOCK' SIGN:

http://absolutedogs.me/halloweensign

Support the show

If you’re loving the podcast, you’ll love our NEW Sexier than a Squirrel Dog Training Challenge even more! Get transformational dog training today for only £27!

Want even more epic dog training fun and games and solutions to all your dog training struggles? Join us in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club!
https://absolutedogs.me/gamesclub

Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog -  Pro Dog Trainer Club!
https://absolutedogs.me/prodogtrainerclub 

And while you’re here, please leave a review for us and don’t forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that! 

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In this inspirational and exciting episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, Lauren is chatting to the inspirational, passionate, enthusiastic Pro Dog Trainer Sam Askew about her journey from Aeronautical Engineering Technician in the Royal Air Force and struggling dog owner, to Gamechanger absoluteDOGS student to then jumping ALL IN to live her passion and work with dogs as a Pro Dog Trainer at absoluteDOGS HQ and the home of Devon Dogs, Bowerland!

Lauren and Sam chat through all things from:

- Learning through play, positivity and FUN with games-based concept training

- The opportunity to dictate and design your own day as a Pro Dog Trainer

- Spreading hope and helping dogs and their owners transform their training struggles

- Owning, training and living with Naughty But Nice Dogs

- Following your dreams, no matter what they are and living your passion

- Topping up your own learning and growing by shadowing a fellow trainer

- Uplifting students and setting them up for success with clear, simple and transformational training plans with a powerful support network

This episode is full of optimism, inspiration, energy and enthusiasm and so much valuable learning! 

It is absolutely one you will not want to miss, so jump on in and have a listen – and while you’re here, leave a review for us and share with us what was your biggest takeaway!

Support the show

If you’re loving the podcast, you’ll love our NEW Sexier than a Squirrel Dog Training Challenge even more! Get transformational dog training today for only £27!

Want even more epic dog training fun and games and solutions to all your dog training struggles? Join us in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club!
https://absolutedogs.me/gamesclub

Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog -  Pro Dog Trainer Club!
https://absolutedogs.me/prodogtrainerclub 

And while you’re here, please leave a review for us and don’t forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that! 

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Owning a barking, lunging, reactive dog - a Naughty But Nice dog -  can be challenging. The firefighting, the constant stress and worry, the fear of not knowing what to do, or when to do it. We know. We've been where you are, and we want you to know that we have got your back!

With an increase in dog training and behaviour struggles over the last few years, the bad advice out there in the dog training world has also skyrocketed! It's never been more challenging to find the information YOU need to transform your dog's training and behaviour struggles AND give you lasting, real-life results and an amazing relationship with your dog!

In this episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, we have got some SUPER strategies, solutions and top tips to help you not only get to grips with your reactive dog struggles, but also empower you with ALL the knowledge you need so you can be totally sure that you are doing the right thing for you and your dog!

BUT WAIT... IF YOU HAVE A DOG WHO…

• Barks, lunges, reacts or growls at anything and everything

• Is worried about noise, movement or novelty

• Chases, sniffs or hunts and pretends you don't exist

• Has a hard time when you leave them home alone

• Barks at noises or people or nothing!

• Runs off when you let them off lead and has no recall

• Jumps, humps, zooms, grabs your clothes or is mouthy and excitable

• Can’t settle in your home

• Finds visitors to your home hugely stressful!

• Insert YOUR struggle here...

WE HAVE A CHALLENGE FOR YOU!

The Barking, Lunging, Reactivity 7 Day Homeschool Challenge is back! 

This powerful little challenge is going to take you from not knowing what to do and feeling like there's no hope, to having the absolute certainty that you are doing the right thing while also arming you with the skills you need to teach your dog to overcome all your dog training struggles!

It's an action-packed 7 days, giving you something to look forward to, something to give you an optimism boost and the momentum to conquer your dog's struggles and turn them into strengths once and for all!

Want to know the best news? The Challenge is only £7 and you get to keep it for life!

What are you waiting for? Jump in! 

absolutedogs.me/7days 

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Support the show

If you’re loving the podcast, you’ll love our NEW Sexier than a Squirrel Dog Training Challenge even more! Get transformational dog training today for only £27!

Want even more epic dog training fun and games and solutions to all your dog training struggles? Join us in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club!
https://absolutedogs.me/gamesclub

Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog -  Pro Dog Trainer Club!
https://absolutedogs.me/prodogtrainerclub 

And while you’re here, please leave a review for us and don’t forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that!