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The DogFather

Charlie Thorburn
Mordor Gundogs
Dog Training
Labradors
Shooting
Fyvie Labradors
Countryside and Wildlife Management
Gun Dogs Training
Labrador Retriever
Skinner's Dog Food
Logiealmond Estate
United States
Primrose Hill
Craighead
Gundogs
Labrador Retrievers
Duns
Spaniel Breeding
International Pet Shipping
Charlie Thorburn
John Forbes-Leith

Charlie Thorburn has been training dogs for 25 years and welcomes you to the DogFather, a show which talks to people from all countries and walks of life about how dogs have impacted their lives and businesses. New episode every week.

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Charlie is joined by James Robson who runs Primrosehill shoot in the Scottish Borders. What started as a passion, Primrosehill grew into an ecosystem of businesses which all service one another and the community at large. James shares the journey of ... more

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Charlie and Joe are back to discuss the next instalment of Charlie’s journey. We pick up where we left off in the mid-2010s, exploring the growth of the business, navigating lockdown, and why Charlie decided to start a YouTube channel.Charlie shares ... more

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Charlie is joined by Dane Maltsberger of Lebncroft Labradors. Dane’s family farm in Indiana has been breeding gundogs since 1888, with the vocation passed down through the generations.The programme began with Setters, then moved on to Brittany Spanie... more

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Charlie is joined by Joe as they chart the next instalment of the Mordor journey. In the podcast’s very first episode, Charlie shared how he went from school, to dogs, to founding Mordor. In this episode, he explains how Mordor went international.

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Recent Guests

Jamie Robson
Owner of Primrose Hill shoot and operator involved in hospitality and farming
Primrose Hill
Episode: How Shooting Transformed This Local Community: Primrose Hill
Dane Maltsberger
Guest discussing the Indiana kennel history and breeding philosophy
Indiana kennel
Episode: This American Family Have Bred Gundogs For 136 Years: Setters, Brittanys & Labradors
John Carpenter
Upland manager at Orvis Sandanona
Orvis Sandanona
Episode: U.K. vs. U.S. Labradors: How They’re Worked & Bred Differently
Kevin Kelly
Owner of Kevin's store, gun maker, and branding figure
Kevin's brand / catalog company
Episode: The Man Behind The Most Loved Hunting Store In America - Kevin Kelly
Harry Bremner
Founder of Tuggs, insect-based dog food
Tuggs
Episode: "Fresh Dog Food Makes Your Dog Live 3 Years Longer On Average" - Harry Bremner of Tuggs
Dr. Sheldon Steinmetz
Retired veterinarian, discussed as a guest
Episode: Charlie’s First American Client On His Journey With Dogs - Including 9 Mordor Dogs!
Jack Snelling
Family member involved in Airpets business
Airpets
Episode: They Ship Dogs All Around The World: But How Do They Do It? - Airpets
Philip Blount
General Manager, Logiealmond Estate
Logiealmond Estate
Episode: From An Ecological Desert To Award Winning Estate - Philip Blount
Katie Fosterwold
Dog trainer/breeder, operates Fosterwold
Fosterwold
Episode: Stud Dogs, Picking Up 120 Days A Year & Are Dog Training Courses Worth It? - Katie Smith

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Charlie Thorburn
Host focused on dog training and countryside business stories; associated with The DogFather brand.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • Despite the Name

    Refreshing, people who have actually worked with dogs for decades discuss dogs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Peckinpaw
    United States6 months ago
  • Mordor

    Charlie’s podcast is great it’s really helpful I got a lovely Labrador from Charlie

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    funny 007
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Less is more!

    I’ve really enjoyed each discussion. I think the interviewees need to speak for 80% of the time though! I love Charlie’s stories but I’d love it if Charlie slowed down a little & drew out more from his interviewees. Just my views…

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Hendre Llwyn y Maen
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Great listen

    After discovering Mordor Gundogs on YouTube this is a great addition. Thank you Charlie Thorburn! Please keep the podcasts coming!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wiggo_81
    United Kingdom6 months ago

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Some listeners wish the host drew out more from guests and let interviewees speak longer.
Engaging, experience-rich conversations with decades of dog-knowhow.
Audience appreciates practical, hands-on insights from veterans in the field.

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They Ship Dogs All Around The World: But How Do They Do It? - Airpets
Q: What are the key regulatory frameworks that guide Airpets today?
The company operates under IRTA accreditation and live animal regulations, with IATA standards and border-control stipulations guiding paperwork, insurance, and staff training to ensure compliant handling of live animals across borders.
They Ship Dogs All Around The World: But How Do They Do It? - Airpets
Q: How did the business evolve from a boarding kennel to an international pet shipping service?
It started with a pilot asking to look after a dog while away, expanded to quarantine services, and gradually shifted focus to transport logistics as regulations and demand changed, especially near Heathrow, where the team leveraged their location to become a one-stop shop for paperwork, vet checks, and crate readiness.
Mr. Labrador vs. Mr Cocker Spaniel: Who Wins? - Nick Ridley
Q: When did you first transition from photography to training and working with dogs in a coaching capacity?
I started by training my own dogs and learning from top trainers I worked with in the country, gradually taking on more clients and running demonstrations before expanding into full lessons and camps.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The DogFather

What is The DogFather about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A voices-led show focused on dogs, training, and family-owned business ventures linked to canines. Across episodes, listeners hear from gundog trainers, kennel owners, breeders, and operators in dog transport, food, and related services, all weaving practical entrepreneurship with hands-on canine work. Guests range from multi-generational families running kennels and pet-food brands to estate managers hosting high-end shooting operations, often blending craft, sport, and hospitality. The conversations tend to emphasize real-world experience, ethical breeding, brand building, and scaling niche dog-related businesses, with plenty of actionable stories about training methods, logistics, and customer relationships. Expect a warm, storytelling-h... more

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2. Dane Maltsberger
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4. Kevin Kelly
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7. Jack Snelling
8. Philip Blount

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