The Canine Paradigm Podcast By Glenn Cooke & Pat Stuart cover art

The Canine Paradigm

The Canine Paradigm

By: Glenn Cooke & Pat Stuart
Listen for free

Podcasting for the canine community©The Canine Paradigm Education
Episodes
  • Episode 362: You need to go back to basics

    Episode 362: You need to go back to basics
    Mar 23 2026
    In Episode 362 of The Canine Paradigm, we start with a short recap from our recent chat with Nick Benger and the wider issue of people in the industry who wear masks to dupe their followers. We talk about how performance and branding can replace honesty, and why that creates confusion for owners trying to do the right thing. Then we get into the real value of this episode. When training starts to fall apart, most people try to fix the top layer. However, the fastest way forward is often to go back. We explain what it actually means to take a dog owner back through the basics properly, so their skills improve and the dog gets clarity again. We discuss timing, consistency, reinforcement delivery, and clean criteria, because small errors in the basics show up later as big problems in advanced work. If you have struggled with bad out, recall, loose lead walking, reactivity, or reliability, this episode will help you rebuild the foundation that makes everything else easier. The goal is not to start over out of defeat. The goal is to return to basics with intent, then build forward with confidence. Further Details Are you in search of top-tier dog trainers and steadfast supporters of the Canine Paradigm? Below is a comprehensive list of individuals and businesses that stand by our mission, contribute to our operational costs, and make significant contributions to the canine community. Glenn Cooke oversees a wide range of canine-related services at Canine Evolution and Pet Resorts Australia.Pat Stuart offers a full suite of coaching and dog training services through Serious dog business We invite you to support our show and access exclusive content on our Patreon page. Your contributions directly support the show’s ongoing production, and we deeply appreciate the wonderful community that has formed around it. If you’re unsure how to contribute, feel free to reach out to us for assistance. Explore our complete range of merchandise at our Teespring store. You can also help by spreading the word within the canine community or suggesting special guests for future interviews. For information on how to listen to our podcast, please visit this link. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for video content and updates. If you enjoyed the podcast, we would greatly appreciate your reviews on iTunes, Spotify, and other podcast directories. Details on joining the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP) can be found here. We highly recommend membership for anyone serious about advancing in the canine industry. We also encourage you to check out Dogs Playing for Life, a transformational rescue process making a positive impact on dogs across the USA. Support Our Supporters Narelle Cooke hosts her own podcast, Natural Health for People and Pets, available on all major podcast platforms. Be sure to listen in.For the finest human-grade supplements for your dogs, visit Canine Ceuticals. Now available in the USA. SHOW SPONSORJason Firmin of Einzweck Dog Quip is another proud SHOW SPONSOR.The innovative motorcycle dog kennel can be found at Rowdy Hound. SHOW SPONSORFor daycare and heartfelt training services, check out From the Heart Dog Training. SHOW SPONSOROur dear friend and frequent contributor, Birdy O’Sheedy, can be found at The magic in dogs Special Thanks A huge thanks to all our contributing artists. Please take a moment to support their amazing work: Jane StuartAvery KellerZoie Neidy
    Show more Show less
    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Episode 361: Dr Melanie brings her dog science to Australia

    Episode 361: Dr Melanie brings her dog science to Australia
    Mar 15 2026
    In Episode 361 of The Canine Paradigm, we sit together in the studio to welcome Dr Melanie Uhde to Australia. Melanie spent a week in the country with Glenn, fitting in as many sights as humanly possible, before delivering two weekend seminars, one in Sydney and one in Melbourne. It was a big week, a lot of learning, and a lot of laughs. We talk about what it was like bringing evidence-based education to Australian audiences, what stood out in the seminars, and why Melanie’s approach resonates with people who want something solid rather than something performative. Pat also asks Melanie directly about the online trolling and pressure that comes with publicly holding a science-first position. The conversation gets candid. Pat shares his disgust for parts of the industry that hide behind followers, bend the truth, and attack people who bring facts to the table. This episode is part recap, part behind-the-scenes, and part reality check. If you value integrity, education, and honest discussion in dog training, you will enjoy this one. Further Details Are you in search of top-tier dog trainers and steadfast supporters of the Canine Paradigm? Below is a comprehensive list of individuals and businesses that stand by our mission, contribute to our operational costs, and make significant contributions to the canine community. Glenn Cooke oversees a wide range of canine-related services at Canine Evolution and Pet Resorts Australia.Pat Stuart offers a full suite of coaching and dog training services through Serious dog business We invite you to support our show and access exclusive content on our Patreon page. Your contributions directly support the show’s ongoing production, and we deeply appreciate the wonderful community that has formed around it. If you’re unsure how to contribute, feel free to reach out to us for assistance. Explore our complete range of merchandise at our Teespring store. You can also help by spreading the word within the canine community or suggesting special guests for future interviews. For information on how to listen to our podcast, please visit this link. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for video content and updates. If you enjoyed the podcast, we would greatly appreciate your reviews on iTunes, Spotify, and other podcast directories. Details on joining the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP) can be found here. We highly recommend membership for anyone serious about advancing in the canine industry. We also encourage you to check out Dogs Playing for Life, a transformational rescue process making a positive impact on dogs across the USA. Support Our Supporters Narelle Cooke hosts her own podcast, Natural Health for People and Pets, available on all major podcast platforms. Be sure to listen in.For the finest human-grade supplements for your dogs, visit Canine Ceuticals. Now available in the USA. SHOW SPONSORJason Firmin of Einzweck Dog Quip is another proud SHOW SPONSOR.The innovative motorcycle dog kennel can be found at Rowdy Hound. SHOW SPONSORFor daycare and heartfelt training services, check out From the Heart Dog Training. SHOW SPONSOROur dear friend and frequent contributor, Birdy O’Sheedy, can be found at The magic in dogs Special Thanks A huge thanks to all our contributing artists. Please take a moment to support their amazing work: Jane StuartAvery KellerZoie Neidy
    Show more Show less
    1 hr and 42 mins
  • Episode 360: Nick Benger’s coming out party

    Episode 360: Nick Benger’s coming out party
    Mar 8 2026
    In Episode 360 of The Canine Paradigm, we sit down with UK trainer Nick Benger for a long, honest conversation that runs close to two hours. Nick has been a prominent part of the positive only dog training movement, however his thinking shifted after an epiphany while considering dog sport training. That shift led him to question what he believed, what he had been taught, and what he had been telling others. We talk through the moment the penny dropped, what changed in his perspective, and what it feels like to step away from a tribe that rewards conformity. We also discuss a problem that frustrates many people in the dog world. Some trainers publicly condemn balanced trainers and the use of tools, while privately using the same tools themselves. Worse still, they keep telling their followers they do not use them, even while building their brand on attacking the people who do. We unpack the ethics of that, the impact it has on owners, and how it poisons honest education. This is not a hit piece. It is a serious conversation about integrity, identity, and what happens when reality collides with ideology. If you care about honesty in dog training, this episode is worth your time. Further Details Are you in search of top-tier dog trainers and steadfast supporters of the Canine Paradigm? Below is a comprehensive list of individuals and businesses that stand by our mission, contribute to our operational costs, and make significant contributions to the canine community. Glenn Cooke oversees a wide range of canine-related services at Canine Evolution and Pet Resorts Australia.Pat Stuart offers a full suite of coaching and dog training services through Serious dog business We invite you to support our show and access exclusive content on our Patreon page. Your contributions directly support the show’s ongoing production, and we deeply appreciate the wonderful community that has formed around it. If you’re unsure how to contribute, feel free to reach out to us for assistance. Explore our complete range of merchandise at our Teespring store. You can also help by spreading the word within the canine community or suggesting special guests for future interviews. For information on how to listen to our podcast, please visit this link. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for video content and updates. If you enjoyed the podcast, we would greatly appreciate your reviews on iTunes, Spotify, and other podcast directories. Details on joining the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP) can be found here. We highly recommend membership for anyone serious about advancing in the canine industry. We also encourage you to check out Dogs Playing for Life, a transformational rescue process making a positive impact on dogs across the USA. Support Our Supporters Narelle Cooke hosts her own podcast, Natural Health for People and Pets, available on all major podcast platforms. Be sure to listen in.For the finest human-grade supplements for your dogs, visit Canine Ceuticals. Now available in the USA. SHOW SPONSORJason Firmin of Einzweck Dog Quip is another proud SHOW SPONSOR.The innovative motorcycle dog kennel can be found at Rowdy Hound. SHOW SPONSORFor daycare and heartfelt training services, check out From the Heart Dog Training. SHOW SPONSOROur dear friend and frequent contributor, Birdy O’Sheedy, can be found at The magic in dogs Special Thanks A huge thanks to all our contributing artists. Please take a moment to support their amazing work: Jane StuartAvery KellerZoie Neidy
    Show more Show less
    2 hrs and 5 mins
All stars
Most relevant
This episode is Entertaining, good for If your thinking of branching into dog sports or a club.

Good for new puppy or those new to sport club life

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
Hi my name is Joe Hodge and if you don’t listen to The Canine Paradigm than F*** you

Talladega nights

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
This show has amazing content from some incredibly dedicated and talented dog trainers! I’m so appreciative that they take the time to create this content.

I love these guys

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
Keen insight into dogs and how to successfully live with them, but also the hosts does a great job dealing with the challenges that uniquely impact the handlers also. A well-balanced approach and discussion of what ails our industry.

Two Blokes chattin’ about dogs.

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
Dogs, competition, life lessons, conspiracies, and great story telling. I love it all. Keep posting all the conversations.

Love it all!

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
See more reviews