Ep.13 - Bianca Barlow: A Holistic Approach to Raising Dogs

About this episode

Bianca Barlow discusses a holistic approach to dog training, emphasizing cultural differences and the needs of high-drive dogs.

In this episode, we sit down with Bianca Barlow of Dogfulness to explore dog training through a thoughtful, global lens. Drawing from her experience as a German living in the United States, Bianca shares insights into the cultural differences that shape how we live with and train our dogs. We dive into what it really means to support both dogs and their humans—covering everything from navigating life transitions and prioritizing wellness, to the powerful connection between psychology and dog training. We also unpack the realities of living with a reactive dog, including how it can deepen self-awareness, empathy, and understanding. This conversation highlights the importance of seeing dogs for who they are: animals with instincts, drives, and breed-specific needs. Bianca emphasizes a holistic approach to training, where rest, routine, and resilience play just as important a role as skill-building—especially for high-drive dogs. If you’re looking for a grounded, compassionate take on dog behaviour, this episode is packed with thoughtful insights you won’t want to miss. Takeaways Exploring cultural differences in dog ownership and training The journey of discovering passion and…

People in this episode

Hosts: Laura, Olivia

Guest: Bianca Barlow

Topics covered

• dog training
• cultural differences
• holistic approach
• high-drive dogs
• wellness
• self-awareness

Keywords

• dog training
• holistic
• cultural differences
• high-drive dogs
• wellness
• self-awareness
• empathy
• routine

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Dogfulness, Curious Snoots Dog Walking & Training, Olive Bark Dog

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