Lisa Hird & Dale McLelland - Decoding the Canine Mind: Strengthening Dog-Human Partnerships

In this episode, I am joined by canine behavior experts Lisa Hird and Dale McLelland, who share their journey and mission in the dog training industry. Lisa, who operates the Dog Behavior Clinic in Lincolnshire, and Dale, who runs Being Canine in Scotland, have collaborated to create Without Worry Canine Education, aimed at improving dog-owner relationships through practical, respect-based training. We discuss the importance of understanding dog body language, common misconceptions around dog obedience, and the critical role of observation and consistency. Lisa and Dale emphasize the need for hands-on experience, critical thinking about traditional training methods, and fostering two-way communication with dogs.

Tune in to learn how their innovative approach is reshaping canine education and helping dog owners understand their pets better.

00:00 Welcome and Introductions

00:28 Lisa's Background and Passion for Rescue Dogs

01:30 Innovative Canine Education

05:12 Dale's Journey and Philosophy

07:25 Questioning Traditional Dog Training Methods

12:38 Understanding Dog Behavior and Communication

23:04 The Importance of Practical Experience

35:39 Final Thoughts and Where to Find Us

To find out more and connect with Lisa and Dale:

Website: https://www.withoutworrycanineeducation.co.uk

Bio: Without Worry Canine Education is the brainchild of Lisa Hird and Dale McLelland, accredited canine behaviour specialists with over 40 combined years of teaching experience.

Dale McLelland specialises in complex or challenging behaviours in dogs. Based in Ayrshire, Scotland, she runs her own business "Being Canine" as a practising canine behaviourist. She is an accredited Fear Free Dog Training Professional.

Lisa Hird is a practising canine behaviourist and runs her own business "Dog Behaviour Clinic", in Lincolnshire, working closely with local vets and several dog rescues. She is an accredited Fear Free Dog Training Professional.
Lisa believes in relationship-centred training and consideration for the individual dog.

Social media links: https://www.facebook.com/withoutworryce

All about Soul Touched by Dogs at https://soultouchedbydogs.com

Welcome to the Soul Touched by Dogs Podcast, the show for dog lovers who see dogs not as toys or tools, but as wise souls worth our respect and care.
The 20-minute interviews with "Pawsome Humans", people who do great work for dogs and their people, you're listening to here on the podcast are one of the ways we celebrate the human-canine connection and advocate for holistic approaches to canine health, well-being and education.

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