Sexier Than A Squirrel: Dog Training That Gets Real Life Results

In this super episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, we are celebrating all things dog and taking you on a deep dive wrap-up of the most amazing event that was Crufts 2023 and all the fun, inspiration and epic experiences that an event like this brings to the lives of so many dog lovers across the UK and the world!If you haven't heard of Crufts before, where have you been?! Run by The Kennel Club UK, it's an event of insane proportions with over 22,000+ dogs from all over the world walking through the doors at the Birmingham NEC in the UK to show or compete in a wide variety of events ranging from showing, obedience and gundogs to flyball, heelwork to music, Young Kennel Club (YKC) and of course agility, and SO much more!Within this episode, we'll be chatting about everything from our favourite moments of Crufts 2023, to behind the scenes with Naughty But Nice dogs, PLUS what it's like to prepare for, qualify for AND compete at an event like Crufts from our very own Agility Champion, Lauren Langman!  We'll also be catching up on all the many highs and amazing wins from the many days of Crufts, as well as what is needed to grow, protect and set a dog up for success in an environment like Crufts, and the big wide world in general!For the AbsoluteDOGS team, our Gamechanger community and all the wonderful human beings we get to cross paths with at Crufts and on our AbsoluteDOGS and A-OK9 stands, it is an event where we get to celebrate our love for dogs, celebrate coming together and levelling up as dog owners, trainers and being our dogs' very own experts and advocates.We're already looking forward to Crufts 2024! Our stands are always filled with the joy of dog training and a super cool, bright energy that encourages dog lovers from all walks of life to come and say hi, so why not pop the dates in your diary and make sure that you come and check out the greatest dog show in the world - and pop by to see us too, we're ready to welcome you in!!Jump 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

Do you live in a household with more than one dog?Do you struggle to find the time to feed AND train all your dogs each day?What if we were to tell you that there is ONE ultimate solution for YOU and your dogs? Sounds pretty good, right?!In this episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, Tom and Lauren are back in the kitchen, joined by superstar pups Brave, Tokyo and Everest to cover all your questions on Ditching the Bowl in a multi-dog household!🐕🐕 How does Ditch the Bowl work with multiple dogs? 🥩 🥩 How do you ensure every dog gets the right amount of food? 🥦 🍖🥕 How do you know WHO is getting fed WHAT? 🦴 🦴 How do you prevent fighting and squabbles over food and bones?It can be quite overwhelming to think about, but it’s actually easier than you think and these are JUST SOME of the questions we’ll be covering in this epic episode!In this fabulous fast fire Q&A session, Tom and Lauren will be answering some of the most common questions we get asked here at absoluteDOGS about Ditching the Bowl with multi-dogs and using a dog’s daily food for their training. They’ll be giving you all their handy hacks, top tips and strategic solutions to help YOU master your multi-dog household when ditching that food bowl!Jump 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

In this episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, we are delighted to welcome back the wonderful Ann McGloon - an awesome Pro Dog Trainer who has incredible experience with Scent Work, Search and Rescue handling, tracking, detection and man-trailing (just to name a few), as well as being an awesome instructor AND NOW, she's bringing us some super exciting Gundog geekiness!Throughout this podcast episode, Lauren and Ann share insights on how all the amazing skills and concepts needed within the Gundog world, such as impulse control, focus, disengagement and so much more, can cross over and be seen in scent work, detection work, Agility and so many other areas of the dog training world!Ann also talks us through the insightful ways she works to understand the traditional training of the Gundog world and how she completely reshapes it into a multitude of positive GAMES for her own dogs to learn all the Gundog skills they need through the power of games-based training. Ann is a true Gamechanger and an absolute Gundog genius!Want to get started in Gundog training with your dog and see what it's all about? They don't even have to be a Gundog breed!Check out Gundog Games:https://absolute-dogs.com/product/gundog-games/ If there is one message from this podcast, it is that ALL are welcome! No matter whether you have a Naughty But Nice dog with training struggles, whether you have a herding breed, a gundog breed or even a totally different breed altogether - if you and your dog want to try your hand at playing Gundog games, you are most welcome here!Jump 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

In this super episode of the Sexier than A Squirrel podcast, we’ve got another fabulous food instalment for you!This time Tom and Lauren are joined by superstar dogs Brave, Everest and Tokyo for some Ditch the Bowl questions, troubleshooting, top tips, hacks and super solutions to get you taking your first steps to ditching that bowl with your dog!We’re going to be covering things like:Considerations when starting to Ditch the Bowl for the first time.What to do when you’re travelling and you need to have someone look after your dog – how do they continue to Ditch the Bowl?How to tackle resource guarding with Ditch the BowlWhen and how do you Ditch the Bowl with a puppy? And we absolutely cannot forget all the super positives – the “pros” – to Ditching the Bowl! There are so many, and they are immense! When it comes to Ditch the Bowl, we get SO MANY questions, so many people asking for troubleshooting tips or advice on making Ditch the Bowl work for them, their dog and their lifestyle, so today we’re here with just SOME of those questions and we’ll be sharing them with you!Jump 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

Have you got a dog that’s downright NOT interested in food?Do you have a PICKY pooch in your household?How do you Ditch the Bowl with a dog who decides WHEN and WHAT they eat?Is there a way to train and play games with dog that struggles with food drive?In this episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, Tom and Lauren are diving into these questions and MORE! You have asked, we have answered! In this super top tips troubleshoot, Tom and Lauren will be answering all your questions and giving you all their handy hacks and strategic solutions to make sure your non-foodie dog becomes a FOOD LOVER and Ditch the Bowl master!TOP TIP! It’s not just about the type of food you use, and it’s not about how you think your dog should enjoy their food. It’s all about the EXPERIENCE! By taking the time to discover all the things YOUR DOG truly enjoys about food, you’ll have the key to unlock a “HELL YEAH!” food experience for both you and your dog!There is truly so much in this episode and we guarantee that with these tips and tricks, your dog’s journey to becoming a food lover is just beginning! This is not an episode you want to miss! Jump 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

Step right up Gamechangers! In this seriously cool episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, guest host Dan Tower Anderson is welcoming you behind the scenes as he interviews our very own Lauren Langman!In this super fun episode, Dan chats with Lauren on all things dogs, life, learning, running a business, seizing opportunities, meeting new people and truly living your best life!✨ Listen in as Lauren shares her journey, from youngster to lawyer, to schoolteacher and dog trainer!✨ Learn how she discovered the world of dog training and how she made her passion into her mission - and in turn began to change the lives of owners and their dogs locally, and throughout the world!✨ Discover how having the rock-solid support of family, friends and an amazing team, as well as a magical home base, and a true zest for playing all out and living life to the full can really bring you the very best of opportunities!✨ Find out all about how Lauren met Tom and learn when, where and how the worldwide phenomenon that is absoluteDOGS was born! ✨ Plus, listen in to find out how Bowerland, the magical home of absoluteDOGS and Devon Dogs, became the enchanting and sparkly epicentre of dog training that it is today!✨ AND SO MUCH MORE! ✨Plus, we can’t forget that this is a dog training podcast. As you’re listening, we want you to get INSPIRED! Even if you just take ONE lightbulb moment from listening to Lauren’s journey, we want you to take that and discover what LIGHTS YOU UP and dream of all the ways that you can put your own special mark on that. This is a truly special, and beautifully insightful episode and it is certainly one that you won’t want to miss!  Jump 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

This super episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast is dedicated to your dreams of working with dogs, so get ready for some top tips that are going to totally transform your dog training journey!Do you dream of becoming a professional dog trainer, who gets to play with dogs every day and call it “work” just like Lauren and Tom? Would you love nothing more than to become a dog walker, groomer, vet or vet nurse or maybe even work to improve the wellness and physical fitness of sports dogs and canine companions?No matter your dreams, we’re here to tell you that you CAN make them come true. You can have a day job, a side hustle or a career that absolutely lights you up, gives you the most immense optimism boost and makes you want to bounce out of bed every morning! In this episode, we’ve got 10 of our most terrific top tips to help you become a Pro Dog Trainer and begin your journey from dreams to reality!✨ Discover what you are truly passionate about and follow it!✨ Don’t wait for the breaking point or for the stars to align to pursue your dream!✨ Embrace the fun, joy and geekiness of learning about something you love!✨ Seek solutions to solve those problems that are holding you back!There are so many more invaluable tips in this podcast, so make sure you take a listen!Are you ready to make your dreams a reality? Visit absolutedogs.me/pdtjourney to find your path!This is such an inspirational, thought-provoking and optimism-boosting episode and it’s one that you simply won’t want to miss!  Jump 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

In this inspiring episode of the Sexier Than A Squirrel podcast, Tom and Lauren are here to bring you the exciting news that no matter what your dreams are - for you and your dog, your career or your life - they can and will be your everyday reality! “How?!” We hear you asking. Well, it’s all in the way you think and the way you choose to live your life! One of the most valuable ways that you can make any of your goals or dreams come true is your mindset! 🌟 Focus on what you DO want, rather than what you don’t have!🌟 Seize opportunities and jump ALL IN when you have a chance to make a change!🌟 Find and be grateful for all the pieces of your dream that you already have, no matter how small!🌟 Believe that your dream is something you CAN and WILL have – manifestation is a very powerful thing! 🌟 Your thoughts become your actions, and your actions become your life, so live intentionally and play ALL OUT!Whether your dream is to become the very best owner and expert for your dog, or whether you dream of being an expert for other dog owners by becoming a professional trainer, walker, groomer or to work with dogs in any way, we have what you need to get you there! Ready to make your dreams a reality? Visit absolutedogs.me/pdtjourney to find your path!This is such an inspirational, thought-provoking and optimism-boosting episode and it’s one that you simply won’t want to miss!  Jump 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

When thinking about your dog, do you ever have thoughts like:“I didn’t sign up for this”“I’m not qualified for this”“I didn’t want a dog like this”“I think I hate my dog”“My dog is doing this to make me look bad”“There’s nothing I can do about my dog’s reactivity or behaviour struggles”Do you find yourself tearing your hair out as you watch your relationship with your dog crumble?WE HAVE GOOD NEWS! Not only can you turn ALL this around and achieve your dog-owning dream, but YOU are THE BEST OWNER your dog could ever WISH FOR!You care. You are here, showing up, to find out how you can help your dog and rebuild that all-important relationship! You are amazing!In this super episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, Tom and Lauren are here with some truly powerful advice for you to consider when it comes to your Naughty But Nice dog’s struggles and your life and relationship with your dog, such as:✔️ Taking those next steps on your dog training journey and focusing on where you are going next (not where you and your dog have come from)!✔️ Ditching the guilt over past mistakes, life circumstances or your dog’s history!✔️ Ditching the Bowl, the Routines, the Walks AND the expectations for more rewards, more flexibility and less stress for you AND your dog!✔️ Identifying the struggles your dog has, and how you can skill them up for real-life results success!✔️ Ensuring you don’t make your Naughty But Nice dog’s word too SMALL or too BIG and getting that balance JUST right!✔️ Finding or growing a community that can support you and your dog!✨ And SO MUCH more! ✨This is not an episode you want to miss! There is so much support and valuable learning contained within, so dive in and have a listen – and don’t forget your homework! – and while you’re here leave a review for us and share with us what was your biggest takeaway!Support the show

In this unmissable episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, Tom and Lauren are taking you on a vitally important journey - one of becoming more conscious of your dog’s wellness and overall wellbeing so that you can set them up for a (very long) lifetime of health and absolute success!Tom and Lauren will be covering vital areas of wellbeing from:HealthWeight Food and nutrition Fitness and exercise Knowing what’s right for your dogPlus there’s SO MUCH more including:The difference between your dog’s health and their wellness or wellbeingHow wellness can increase the quality and quantity of life for your dogWhy being healthy and surviving is not enough for your dog and what it takes to ensure your dog can truly THRIVE in every aspect of their lifeHow physical wellness and body condition play a huge part in their longevityWhy poor health and being overweight can lead to serious wellness struggles such as diabetes and joint issues (and more!)How having the perfect and ideal body condition has a huge impact on your dog’s longevity from the very beginning and continuing that throughout their life leads to a longer lifespan – what’s not to love about that!There is truly so much in this podcast, far more than the sneak peek mentioned here, so be sure to listen in and check it out – for the love of your dog!Download your FREE body condition score chart at absolutedogs.me/bcsWant to dive a little deeper into this invaluable topic and make sure you are setting your dog up for a lifetime of success? Check out our brand new programme that’s ALL about food, wellness and being more conscious of what’s going into your dog through their diet! Head to absolutedogs.me/food to find out what it’s all about! And our 30 Days to Fitness course is an action-packed, zero-to-hero deep-dive into all things canine fitness just for you! Check it out here!https://absolute-dogs.com/product/30-days-of-fitness/   This is not an episode you want to miss! There is so much value contained within, 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!Support the show

In this fabulous episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, Lauren is joined by the wonderful, Kei, who is coming to you all the way from sunny Southern California to share her Gamechanger journey not only with her awesome super pack of 5 dogs, but also her amazing adventures as a superstar Gamechanger and Pro Dog Trainer!With her years of experience as a dog owner, pet parent, absoluteDOGS student and an amazing PDT, Kei offers some truly invaluable insight into how gratitude, a positive mindset and seizing opportunities that lift you up, while also letting go of opportunities that hold you back or weigh you down, can absolutely change your life – and your dog’s life – for the better! Also in this episode, Lauren and Kei chat on the differences between “balanced” training and how these methods can affect your dog, their training progress and their relationship with YOU and how this compares to the kind, positive FUN and absolute solution-seeking revolution that is games-based concept training.  Plus they dive into how being brave and advocating for YOU and YOUR DOG by looking for a better way – the Gamechanger way – could just be the very best thing you will ever do!From magical memories of visiting the home of absoluteDOGS, to inspiring stories of training success and using the power of scent in dog training to help a very special conservation effort, this episode really does have it all!Do you have a Naughty But Nice dog that sounds just like Kei’s pup – or do you even face other struggles? Download your FREE copy of the Optimism Rocks eBook right here: https://nbn.absolute-dogs.com/optimismrocksbook 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!Support the show

We’re bringing in the new year in true absoluteDOGS fashion with a 40% discount on our training programmes. No matter your struggle, there is a game for that and there is a course for that!Check out our store! http://absolutedogs.me/boxingday Bringing in the New Year is all about reflecting on the past 12 months and planning and committing to transformation for the next 12 months! Transformation doesn’t have to be a HUGE change, but instead it’s about finding the tiny adjustments that make a huge impact.Are you ready to supercharge your dog training journey in 2023? What are some non-negotiables that are going to move you in the direction of your dog owning dream?*Our sale ends on 2nd January at midnight. Give yourself a gift that will continue to give and give in 2023*Support the show

In this episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast Tom and Lauren are diving into the importance of canine body condition and how weight plays an immense and vitally important role in the health, wellbeing and long-term wellness of our dogs!Do you find yourself struggling with knowing how much to feed your dog? Does your dog continue to stack on weight even though you follow feeding instructions on food packages to the letter?Do you know what your dog’s perfectweight looks like – or what any dog should look like when they are at their ideal body weight?Do you often add fresh food to your dog’s diet, or do you stick to food from packets and cans only?From top tips on how you can be more considerate of what you’re putting into your dog’s diet, to becoming more aware of your dog’s ideal body condition as well as how much they should be eating, when NOT to listen to the back of that packet AND more, this episode is jam-packed with some seriously important learning that is going to set you and your dog up for absolute success when it comes to correct body weight, healthier eating and knowing what’s best for your dog!PLUS, here’s that handy Body Condition Score chart we’ve created for you! Download it, pop it on the fridge or the dog food cupboard and you’ll always have it to hand when you need it! https://absolutedogs.me/bodycondition   If you want to dive into supplement, superfood and natural parasite support for your dog, visit a-ok9.com AND don’t forget our BRAND NEW course that's ALL about food, health and wellbeing! It’s our Ditch the Bowl course!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/foodYou 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!Support the show

Ho, Ho, Ho and a Merry Christmas!It’s that time of year again – a most wonderful time of the year – and yet for dog owners and pet parents, it’s one of those holiday times when things can get a little stretching when it comes to keeping our canine companions happy.Is your dog worried about novelty (trees and decorations, presents, noisy kids' toys, strangely dressed people or strangers in general)? Does your dog struggle to keep their paws to themselves (jumping up, barking and general overexcitement around guests and visitors)? Have you got a four-legged friend that’s far too interested in the tasty (and potentially toxic) foods displayed on the dinner table? What if your dog struggles being away from you or left home alone and you’ve got a busy Christmas ahead and can’t take them with you, or have them with you all the time?In this episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, Santa is coming early and we have gifts galore for YOU! Tom and Lauren are bringing you ALL their favourite tips, tricks, hacks, strategies and solutions to set you – and your dog – up for success in the face of any Christmas challenges!Within this episode, we’ll be talking:The skills dogs need to handle the Christmas chaosManaging your dog’s Christmas Day activitiesKnowing what you DO or DON’T want your family, friends and guests to do when interacting with your dog and managing their expectationsHow to approach guests bringing their own dogs into your dog’s ChristmasConsideration to keep your dog safe around food, drinks and Christmas crazinessManaging your dog's transitions between activitiesDitching the Christmas Day walksWhen and how to say no to experiences that your dog won’t enjoyAND SO MUCH MORE!This episode is absolutely one you will not want to miss! It’s our gift to you! From our AbsoluteDOGS family to yours, we wish you a most wonderful time this Christmas, in whatever way you choose to celebrate!Jump in and take a listen to this episode, and while you’re here leave a review for us and share with us your biggest lightbulb moment or takeaway!Support the show

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/foodYou 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!Support the show

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!Support the show

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

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

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

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