Are You and Your Border Collie a Pack? Let Me Help You Answer That
One of the most common questions I get asked is: "Who is the pack leader after you?" — and my answer is that there is no pack leader, because we are not a pack. In this episode I break down what a pac...
17 Kesä 43min
Mastering Puppy Rest: How to Survive Resting your Border Collie for an Injury
In this episode I will be chatting to you about how I'm managing resting Kes, my 6 months old Border Collie while on a 3 long week rest!I'm also running a workshop to show you exactly how to teach the...
25 Maalis 30min
The 5 Needs That Shape a Balanced Border Collie
Border Collies are often described as “high-energy dogs”, but in reality their behaviour is usually shaped by something much deeper: whether their core needs are being met.In this episode, I talk abou...
4 Maalis 45min
FCI Obedience: The Sport the UK Has Been Waiting For
n this episode, Martina speaks with Anna Herzog about FCI obedience and why it’s growing in the UK.They discuss:What FCI (Fédération Cynologique Internationale) isHow FCI obedience differs from KC obe...
20 Helmi 53min
Life Skills vs Training Skills
In this first episode of 2026, Martina shares a short update on welcoming an unexpected litter and keeping one of the puppies, Kestrel (Kes). From there, the episode focuses on a key training concept:...
29 Tammi 27min
When Water Becomes an Obsession: Training Tips on Training Water Fixations in Border Collies
In this episode, Martina dives into the fascinating and sometimes frustrating topic of water obsession in Border Collies. From playful splashing to full-on fixation, she explains what this behaviour l...
18 Marras 202542min
The Dog Trainer’s View on Spaying & Neutering
In this episode, Martina shares her personal opinions and experiences regarding spaying and neutering dogs. She discusses the reasons behind her decisions, and the behavioural impacts of neutering. Ma...
4 Marras 202523min
