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Dogs with Enthusiasm… and the Humans Trying to Keep Up
A reflective dog training podcast with Helen Taylor
Welcome to the Dogs with Enthusiasm… and the Humans Trying to Keep Up podcast — a supportive, real‑life dog training podcast for owners living with enthusiastic, curious, sometimes chaotic dogs.
Hosted by Helen Taylor, an experienced, force‑free gundog and pet‑dog trainer, this podcast is a place to slow down, reflect, and feel reassured that you’re not doing this wrong.
There’s no pressure to be perfect here. No judgement. Just honest conversations about what dog training really looks like — the wins, the wobbles, and everything in between.
What this podcast is about
Each episode explores observations from real training sessions, life in the field, and everyday moments with dogs who have a lot of enthusiasm for the world around them.
We talk about:
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The difference between reacting and responding
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Why observation and reflection change outcomes
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How to support dogs with busy brains and fast bodies
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What to do after things don’t go to plan
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Why preparation matters more than perfection
This podcast is designed to help you think differently about training — not to overload you with instructions, but to give you clarity, confidence, and calm.
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Who this podcast is for
This podcast is for you if:
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You live with a dog who is enthusiastic, intense, or easily overstimulated
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You want kind, evidence‑based dog training without force or shame
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You’ve ever felt behind, embarrassed, or unsure you’re doing enough
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You value understanding why behaviour happens, not just how to stop it
Your journey with your dog is individual. This podcast respects that.
A calmer approach to dog training
Modern life is fast — and that speed affects dogs just as much as it affects us. When we rush, dogs struggle. When we slow down, they can think, process, and succeed.
This podcast encourages you to:
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Pause instead of panic
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Observe instead of react
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Reflect instead of blame
Because when we understand what our dogs need in the moment, we can prepare better next time — and those tricky moments start to happen less and less.
About the host
Helen Taylor is a force‑free gundog and pet‑dog trainer based in East Yorkshire. She specialises in working with enthusiastic dogs and supporting owners through thoughtful, practical, and compassionate training.
Helen’s approach focuses on preparation, clarity, and building trust — helping dogs succeed without pressure and helping owners feel confident, supported, and understood.
Looking for more support?
If you enjoy the podcast and want deeper support, guided reflection, and a community that truly understands life with enthusiastic dogs, more is coming soon, or why not drop an email to Helen.
You don’t have to do this alone.
Train kindly. Observe deeply. Keep up.
