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Ruff Around The Edges

Kajsa van Overbeek
Dog Training
Mental Health
Reactive Dogs
Personal Growth
Community Support
Anxiety Management
Emotional Wellbeing
Canine Movement Lab
Somatic Therapy
Grief Processing
Positive Reinforcement Training
Dog Behavior
Boundaries
Dog Walking
Emotional Well-Being
Social Conditioning
Burnout
Movement In Dogs
Resistance Feeding
Animal Welfare

Sharing stories of force-free dog training journeys with challenging, reactive and aggressive dogs and the impact living with those dogs has on our daily lives and our mental health. I hope that hearing these stories can help to make people feel less alone. We love our dogs to pieces but sometimes it's hard and then it's simply nice to hear from others going through something similar. This podcast... more

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Pets & AnimalsKids & FamilyHealth & FitnessMental Health

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A chat at the airfield turns into a round of “I would never…” and sparks this episode on what I call verbal condemnation. 

From “I’d never rehome my dog” to “My dog would never bite”, these statements often hide fear, not fact. I exp... more

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We say things like “I just want to get the most out of life” all the time, especially when it comes to our dogs, who already feel like they’re on borrowed time. But when you stop to really think about it…what does that even mean?

In ... more

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When your work is about helping others, whether it’s animals, people, or both, it can be hard to draw the line between care and self-sacrifice. 

In this episode, I talk to Gunila Pedersen, a veterinarian who dealt with burnout, left ... more

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It's not my dog's fault I'm sick...

It's not my dog's fault work's busy...

So, that means I have to put them first.

Not make them suffer for my choices.

What's suffering though?

Are they suffering?

Are you?

When do you get to put yo... more

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Barbara van Rheenen is illustratrice en woont samen met haar twee witte herders Guzzi en Lupo.

Recent schreef en illustreerde ze een boekje over wat daar bij komt kijken. Een boekje met tips over opvoeding, maar ook veel herkenbare a... more

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 In this episode of Ruff Around the Edges, I explore the power of starting with a "no" to gain clarity on what we truly want. By identifying what we're not willing or able to do, we make it easier to figure out where we want to go — w... more

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Claire describes such familiar themes. Like what it’s like to look back at how her childhood dogs were treated with the knowledge she has now. How she thought she knew quite a bit about dogs until Ozzy came along.

Ozzy was adopted fr... more

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Warning: this episode references euthanasia

What do you do when you have been dealt an emotional blow, and need time to process that, but time is the one thing you don't have?

Because you have to get back to work so you can make rent... more

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Recent Guests

Matilda Kelsall
Dog trainer and founder of Matilda The Canine Coach
Matilda The Canine Coach
Episode: 035 | Matilda Kelsall & Rafiki and Nala on dog-sparked personal growth in leaps and bounds

Host

Kaisa Van Overbeek
Host of the Mindset Podcast and a strong advocate for force-free dog training, emphasizing the importance of community support and mental health for both pets and their guardians.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • 🖤 thankful 🖤

    So thankful I found this podcast, and perspective 🖤

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lvlw
    United States3 years ago
  • We're not alone

    As someone with a reactive dog, I'm glad to have found this podcast. It offers a sense of comfort and community. There are others out there that share the same love and struggle with their canine companions. Thank you for telling/sharing your stories!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lauraleeZ&Z
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many express gratitude for the emphasis on mental health and finding balance with pets.
Listeners appreciate the relatable stories and sense of community surrounding pet guardianship.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

037 | Claire Martin & Ozzy of Motherpuppers on Shutting Up and Showing Up
Q: What's your number one piece of advice for people who are maybe at that point with their dog, where they're just not seeing it anymore?
Give yourself a break, get help from people around you, to give yourself that physical and mental break from your dog.

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Focused on the challenges of dog ownership, this podcast shares heartfelt stories of guardians navigating the complexities of living with reactive and aggressive dogs. Each episode offers insights into the emotional and mental health impacts that these experiences entail, reinforcing a community atmosphere where listeners can find comfort and validation in their struggles. By emphasizing a force-free training approach, hosts share not only their journeys of teaching their dogs but also the invaluable lessons learned from their pets. This nurturing space likely appeals to dog owners seeking support, understanding, and practical advice on harmonizing their lives with their canine companions.

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