The Podcast for Pet Carers

The Podcast for Pet Carers

Welcome to the Podcast for Pet Carers. If you are a pet parent, or work in the pet care industry, then this is the podcast for you. Our show is about all things pet care, discussing everything from cats and kittens, dog training, pet nutrition, boarding, grooming, day care and much more. Join us for...

Cameron Ford Odor Pays and Cognition
The Podcast for Pet Carers
Cameron Ford Odor Pays and Cognition

Recent Episodes

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Aug. 7, 2023

Cameron Ford Odor Pays and Cognition

In our latest episode, Glenn Cooke sits down with a unique individual who has navigated the intricate pathways of canine cognition, detection dog training, and law enforcement – Cameron Ford. As a former police officer and an integral part of the Navy SEAL program, Cameron brings a wealth of knowledge to our conversation. The turning point in Cameron’s career was the tragic 9/11 terrorist attacks, which brought the significance of detection work to the forefront. This drove him to start his own
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June 19, 2023

A Better Social Program for your Dog

In our quest to ensure our beloved dogs live happy and healthy lives, it is crucial not to overlook the vital aspects of socialisation and habituation. In this episode of “The Podcast for Pet Carers,” experts Glenn Cooke, a renowned canine behaviourist and trainer, and Verity Sanders, a respected dog trainer, discuss the significance of these factors in shaping well-rounded and balanced dogs. Socialisation and Habituation: Building a Strong Foundation Glenn Cooke emphasised the importance of ea
April 10, 2023

From Primates to Pet Care

Sian Gildon, the manager of Dural Pet Resorts Australia, has a background working with exotic animals in zoos. She brings her unique experience to her role in managing staff who care for dogs and cats while their owners are on holiday. One of the challenges Sian faces is ensuring each animal receives personalised care and attention. Unlike zoos, pets in a boarding facility require individual attention to thrive. Sian and her team work with pet owners to learn about their pets’ needs and prefere
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Feb. 26, 2023

Early Intervention with Dog Aggression and Behaviour

In this episode, we’ll be discussing the importance of early intervention with dog aggression and behaviour. I’m Glenn Cooke, and joining me is my co-host, Andrew Clark. We’re both passionate about dog training and have seen first-hand how important early intervention is in shaping a dog’s behaviour. As responsible dog owners, it’s essential to recognize that early intervention is key to preventing or minimizing aggressive behaviour in our pet and working dogs. Whether you’ve just welcomed a ne
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Jan. 16, 2023

People and Culture in the Pet Care Industry

In our most recent episode, we got to discuss many of the misinterpretations in the HR world, particularly around bullying, harassment and discrimination with people and culture specialist, Cheryl McKenzie. Human resources play a vital role in any organisation by managing and developing the workforce. It is responsible for recruiting and hiring employees, managing employee benefits and compensation, ensuring compliance with Fair Work regulations, and promoting a positive work environment and su
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Dec. 12, 2022

Responsible Dog Ownership

In this episode Glenn had the great honour of sitting with his friend and very experienced Council Ranger, Greg Tredinnick. Greg has been working in this field for many decades in many states of Australia and has been a very strong advocate for training and development of his fellow rangers and the general public. Greg and his colleagues have seen it all, entitlement, cruelty, violence – just to name a few negative traits of mainly pet dog owners. Even though it’s not all a ranger has to do, it