The Pet Perspective by Napo

Raising a puppy can be challenging, and just when you think you’ve cracked the housetraining and recall… It goes out the window. You might even worry you’ve done something wrong! However, your puppy might be in regression, which can feel like the terrible teens for dogs. We’re joined by clinical animal behaviourist and CEO of the Animal Wellbeing Centre, Antonella Marsicano, who will explain what regression is, what to expect from an adolescent dog, and how to continue your dog’s training as they get older. This episode of The Pet Perspective covers:

In this week’s episode of The Pet Perspective, we're taking a deep-dive into many pet’s worst nightmare, bonfire night, and how to help anxious animals with noise phobias. (Including a few things to do at short notice to help keep your pet calm.) This week we’re joined by veterinary behaviourist Dr Julie Ashton, owner of Life on Four Legs behaviour consultation service. She shares her expertise on how to help your dog or cat cope with the stress of bonfire night, and which gadgets and supplements are good (or bogus) when it comes to calming your pet. This episode of The Pet Perspective covers:

This week on The Pet Perspective, we’re going to be talking about autumn’s big holidays, Halloween and Bonfire Night, and how you can prepare your pet for the noise and activity they bring. We’re joined by clinical animal behaviourist Katie Scott-Dyer, who tells us all about why the autumn holidays can seem scary to our pets, and how you can teach them to cope with stressful situations from door knocking, to fireworks, and prevent fear from forming. This episode of The Pet Perspective covers: Links and references: https://www.napo.pet/blog/podcast-14-can-training-help-pets-through-halloween-and-firework-night

Searches for “buy a puppy” increased by 115% during the pandemic. Yet many "pandemic puppy" owners didn't even see their puppy before buying them, something today’s guest warns against. Having built up a following of over 100,000 animal lovers on TikTok for sharing his matter-of-fact videos on pet welfare and health topics, Ben the Vet joins us to talk about how you can pick a healthy puppy that fits into your life. We talk about what to think about to find your perfect puppy, how to minimise the risk of future health issues, and red flags to look out for to avoid unethical breeding. This episode of The Pet Perspective covers: Links and references: www.napo.pet/blog/podcast-13-picking-the-perfect-puppy-finding-healthy-pets

Nearly half of dogs in the UK are overweight or obese, and yet 80% of us believe our dogs are a healthy weight. So how can we better ensure our pups are eating right? Trusted by millions for his veterinary advice on This Morning, Joe Inglis has founded two successful pet food brands, making him the perfect guest for this nutrition-based episode of The Pet Perspective. We break down how to evaluate your dog’s weight needs, the role of nutrition in long-term health, which diets could be best for your pup, and how to encourage the more fussy eaters. This episode of The Pet Perspective covers: Links and references: https://bit.ly/3FoJhj2

Separation anxiety is a term commonly thrown around, but within it are a number of unique and complex problems that might cause irrational behaviours. Whether you’re a new puppy owner focused on prevention, or you’re seeking help for an older dog suffering with these issues, Clinical Animal Behaviourist Hanne Grice joins us on The Pet Perspective this week to offer top tips on spotting these behaviours, and how to prevent/remedy them. This episode of The Pet Perspective covers: Links and references: https://bit.ly/3FoJhj2

It’s prime holiday season, and for those of us with pets that presents a dilemma - do we take our furry friends with us, and how can we do it with ease and safety in mind? There’s no one-size-fits-all approach, but to help you work out the best course of action we speak with wonderful Veterinary Behaviourist Dr Sophie White on The Pet Perspective. Join us to help break down the barriers to holidays with your pet, how you can prepare them for tricky travel, options that suit individual pets’ needs, and more! This episode of The Pet Perspective covers: Links and references: https://bit.ly/3FoJhj2

If cats could talk, you’d never hear one tell you that they’re an ‘indoor cat’ by nature. Their instinct to hunt remains unchanged, and it’s vital that we keep our cats engaged. Returning by popular demand, feline behaviour expert Dr Sarah Ellis joins us to explore how we can help indulge the need for play & prey, ways to safely introduce cats to outdoor areas, and research to help reduce the amount of prey that your cat brings into the home. This episode of The Pet Perspective covers: Links and references: https://bit.ly/3FoJhj2

Among the many myths of dog training, one of the longest standing is that of needing to be an ‘alpha’, which has the potential to cause far more harm than good. Being a trainer and behaviourist with 12 years & 3 degrees’ worth of education, Rachel Rodgers - Founder of Nose to Trail - shares her extensive expertise on The Pet Perspective this week. We’re busting some historic dog training myths, looking at how best to encourage positive behaviours, and highlighting red flags to avoid when seeking a behaviourist. This episode of The Pet Perspective covers: Links and references: https://bit.ly/3FoJhj2

Recent years have seen a huge increase in the number of furry friends in our households, but with some returning to the office after so long at home, separation anxiety is a real issue for dog owners in particular. On The Pet Perspective this week, we’re joined by No More Kennels’ Owner Rebeckah Vaughan to chat about the better standard of care she’s inspired to bring her canine clientele, how to work with your pup to get through separation anxiety, and what you need to check when leaving a pet with sitters. This episode of The Pet Perspective covers: Links and references: https://bit.ly/3FoJhj2

Recent years have seen a huge increase in the number of furry friends in our households, but with some returning to the office after so long at home, separation anxiety is a real issue for dog owners in particular. We’re joined on The Pet Perspective this week by BorrowMyDoggy’s Founder Rikke Rosenlund, with solutions to give your pup the perfect care while you’re away, and share the personal inspiration behind BorrowMyDoggy. This episode of The Pet Perspective covers: Links and references: https://bit.ly/3FoJhj2

Recent years have seen a huge increase in the number of furry friends in our households, but with some returning to the office after so long at home, separation anxiety is a real issue for dog owners in particular. We’re joined on The Pet Perspective this week by two lovely guests with solutions to give your pup the perfect care while you’re away, tending to their needs carefully and safely - BorrowMyDoggy’s Founder Rikke Rosenlund, and No More Kennels’ Owner Rebeckah Vaughan. This episode...

The reality of puppy ownership entails far more than the idyllic, potty-trained pet - they don't come pre-loaded with our idea of the perfect dog. So which behaviours should we be more lenient with, and what should we be looking out for when training our new pups? This week’s guest on The Pet Perspective is Lorna Winter, a dog behaviourist and Co-Founder of dog training app, Zigzag. We take a look at how you can encourage normal behaviours, and what you can do today to prepare your puppy to live well with family. This episode of The Pet Perspective covers: Links and references: https://bit.ly/3FoJhj2

40% of cat owners are said to know what their cat’s meow means, so how can we better understand and translate what our feline friends are trying to say to us? Bringing her fascinating expertise, Dr Sarah Ellis - Co-Author of The Trainable Cat - joins us for a deep dive into the wonderful world of cat behaviour. Discover tips you can put in practice today to better care for your cat, the best skills they can be equipped with, and some of the biggest cat ownership myths. This episode of The Pet Perspective covers: Links and references: https://bit.ly/3FoJhj2

Bulldogs and Pugs make up some of the most popular dog breeds, but the health complications that come from their short skulls should be an alarming sign of how dangerous their selective breeding has become. Vets Against Brachycephalism is a movement founded by Dr Emma Milne, a vet passionate about animal welfare and leading voice in the awareness of issues around short-skulled or brachycephalic pets. Emma joins us to discuss the dangers to consider with certain breeds, how we’ve got so many health-compromised animals, and what to look for when buying or adopting to ensure your pet’s health comes first. This episode of The Pet Perspective covers: Links and references: https://bit.ly/3FoJhj2

The theft of a beloved pet is one of the most harrowing experiences an owner could possibly go through, so what support is there for victims of animal thieves? Not too long ago there was little that police could do, but thanks to this week’s guest Debbie Matthews, CEO of the Stolen and Missing Pets Alliance, there’s growing support for owners and pets. On this week’s episode of “The Pet Perspective” we talk about Debbie’s own journey after retrieving her two dogs, what you can do to prevent pet theft, and sources of aid if you’re a victim. This episode of The Pet Perspective covers: Links and references: https://bit.ly/3FoJhj2

Welcome to the series premiere of “The Pet Perspective”, where we’re kicking off a series of tips for looking after your little loved ones with a look at the growing number of obese pets. The wonderful Dr Louisa Lane - aka Louisa the Vet - joins your host Rhiannon for a detailed chat on how to combat pet obesity, tips for tailoring your pet’s calorie intake, whether a vegan diet works for your animal, and much more. This episode of “The Pet Perspective” covers: Links and references: https://bit.ly/3FoJhj2

Hello and welcome to "The Pet Perspective", the podcast from Napo for the spiciest insights into all things pets. Every fortnight we'll be interviewing a range of pet industry experts, and popular veterinarians to get their insight into what's going on in the pet world. We'll be hearing their opinions and guidance on tougher topics like trending doggy diets, or the rise in pet theft, as well as getting some top tips to help you take the best possible care of your pet. Learn more: https://www.napo.pet/