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Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast

Samantha King
Therapy Dogs Australia
Dog Training
Play
Animal Assisted Therapy
Education
Consent
Image Sharing
Scent Detection
Artificial Intelligence
Arousal
Predatory Sequence
Education Department
Rockhampton, Australia
Neurodivergence
Leadership
Growling
Gold Coast
Waggly Woofs
Puppy Board and Train
Bonding

For anyone working or interested in animal-assisted services, particularly with therapy dogs, this is the podcast for you!

Samantha King is a Psychologist, accredited dog trainer and industry expert in the field of Animal Assisted Therapy with over 10 years of experience. Sam and co-host Max (Therapy Dogs Australia head of creativity) chat amongst themselves and to guests to highlight some of the ... more

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Latest Episodes

S5:E17 From Graduation to Getting Noticed: Marketing Your Therapy Dog Team (Guest: Caroline Brunne)

How do you actually market yourself as a therapy dog team?

In this episode, Sam and Max chat with Caroline Brunne, a Trauma Survivor Coach, Breathwo... more

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S5:E16 Meet Chilli: Mount Buller’s Ski Patrol Therapy Dog (Guest: Tess Hoinville)

What does a therapy dog do on a ski patrol team?

In this episode, Sam chats with Mount Buller ski patroller Tess about her Duck Tolling Retriever, Chilli, and the res... more

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S5:E15 Mouthing & Jumping: Why This Matters When Training Therapy Dogs

Got an adolescent dog who loves using their mouth or jumping up at people?

In this episode, Sam explains why mouthing and jumping can become important issues for future therapy ... more

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S5:E14 Reading The Dog In Front Of You: Temperament Assessments & Behaviour (Guest: Jens Didriksen)

Dog trainer Jens Didriksen from NorAus Canine Services joins Sam and Max to chat about his journey into dog training and the experiences that shaped ... more

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Recent Guests

Elly Patterson
Deputy Principal at a Gold Coast school
School leadership, Therapy Dogs Australia collaboration
Episode: S5:E9 School Leadership with a Therapy Dog (Guest: Elly Patterson)
Chelsea Beegling
Psychologist, leadership mentor, and founder of leadership development ventures
Independent; Elevarium (course)
Episode: S5:E8 Burnout, Boundaries & Better Leadership (Guest: Chelsea Beegling)
Sue Chipperton
Dog trainer with extensive experience in film/TV
Independent trainer on Oahu, Hawaii
Episode: S5:E7 Puppy Board & Trains: What You Need to Know (Guest: Sue Chipperton)
Christine Waters
Guest discussing consent and image sharing in schools in the AI era
Therapy Dogs Australia
Episode: S5:E6 Navigating Consent and Image Sharing in Schools in the Age of AI (Guest: Christine Waters)
Melissa Ashford
Founder of Pynmanto, animal and nature-based learning practitioner
Pynmanto
Episode: S5:E4 From Puppy School To Professional Therapy Dog & Handler Team (Guest: Melissa Ashford)
Pat Stuart
Dog trainer and educator featured as a guest who discusses therapy dogs and training philosophy
Independent dog trainer (Pat Stuart)
Episode: S5:E1 'What Is A Good Dog?' with Pat Stuart
Brianna Mackay
Dog trainer from K9 Essence
K9 Essence
Episode: S4:E18 Insights From Assessing Teams with K9 Essence (Guest: Brianna Mackay)
Shakira Houtby
Qualified social worker, founder of Waggly Woofs
Waggly Woofs
Episode: S4:E17 Creating Impactful Therapy Dog Programs (Guest: Chakera Houtby)
Tim Pratt
Founder/CEO of Diverse Dogs
Diverse Dogs
Episode: S4:E15 How To Play With Your Dog (Part 2) Guest: Tim Pratt From Diverse Dogs.

Hosts

Samantha King
Host of the show; psychologist and accredited dog trainer with extensive experience in animal‑assisted therapy
Max
Co‑host and creative lead at Therapy Dogs Australia

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • Shorter please!

    This podcast is interesting and it is unique content. However, sometimes the ladies get caught up in friendly chatting that doesn’t hold my interest. I would prefer a shorter podcast that is more on target with the title of the podcast. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Walking About Town
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Some episodes feel too chatty for those seeking tight, title‑aligned content.
High value on ethics, safety, and real‑world application for therapy dogs.
Guests bring deep practical knowledge; listeners benefit from case studies and field insights.
Listeners appreciate practical, experience‑driven discussions and diverse guest expertise.
Occasional variation in episode length and pacing can be a trade‑off for depth and breadth.

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#3
Australia/Education/Courses
Apple Podcasts
#113
Australia/Education
Apple Podcasts
#171
Israel/Education/Courses

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S4: E20 Critical Thinking with Pat Stuart
Q: Pat, do you want to introduce yourself a bit so people know who you are?
Pat describes his background as a dog trainer with army experience, his work with high-performance and working dogs, and his collaboration with Jazz Whiting, emphasizing a broad spectrum of training and learning from diverse mentors.
S5:E8 Burnout, Boundaries & Better Leadership (Guest: Chelsea Beegling)
Q: So do you want to introduce yourself, Chelsea?
Chelsea describes herself as a psychologist who has spent years in leadership roles and running businesses, currently focusing on leadership development and coaching to help people transition from technical excellence to effective management.

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What is Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, practitioner‑focused show that centers on animal-assisted therapy and education, with a strong emphasis on therapy dog programs, training methods, ethics, and real‑world implementation. Episodes frequently feature educators, dog trainers, and healthcare professionals sharing hands‑on insights about policy, safety, temperament, and program design for schools, clinics, and community settings. Notable strengths include deep dives into consent, risk management, and ethics, plus practical, budget‑friendly approaches to building sustainable therapy‑dog work. Listeners planning collaborations, sponsorships, or guest appearances can expect a grounded, experience‑driven conversation with clear takeaways and real‑world examples from Aust... more

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