The Honest Hounds Podcast

Jessie & Jess: Navigating The Food Industry - Current Drama & Best Practice
You might have spotted the current drama surrounding Years Food following reports of sudden dry eye in dogs and the subsequent recall of its fresh meals. But what do we actually know so far, and is buckwheat itself really the problem?
We jumped on a podcast to talk all things nutrition: how to deal with the overwhelm of where to start, some simple lessons to take away, and what Jess feeds across a week for her pile of dogs.
This is a BIG topic, so let us know what else you'd like to see us cover!

Jess & Jessie: What Is Honest Hounds?

Jess and Jessie are on the podcast! They're kicking off a new mini-series taking you behind the scenes at Honest Hounds, who we are as a team, what we stand for, and the thinking behind everything we do. In this first episode, they sit down together to answer the biggest question of all: what is Honest Hounds, really? Expect much chat, some insight into our recent Board and Train dogs and us breaking down what underpins the community we created.

Lucy, Poppy & Bailey - When House Guests Become Impossible

In this episode, we sit down with Lucy to talk about the reality of living with a Romanian rescue who is terrified of visitors. We discuss the unique challenges of bringing home a young dog with zero life exposure, the pressure often placed on owners by rescue organisations, and what happens when your dog's behaviour starts to dictate who can step through your front door.

Lucy shares her journey of navigating the rescue world, paying it forward by gaining her own experience, and how the struggles she faced with her dogs ultimately inspired her to change careers and become a dog trainer herself.

If you are currently feeling trapped in your own home, unable to have guests over, this episode dives into exactly how hard that reality can be. But more importantly, it shows that with the right support and understanding, you can move beyond it to get your life back, for both you and your dog.

Emma & Rocky - The Reality of a Reactive Staffy

In this episode, we are joined by Emma to talk about her incredible journey with Rocky, a Staffy she rescued at just six months old.
Like so many owners, Emma was misrepresented by the rescue about Rocky's history and behavioural needs. Very quickly, what should have been an exciting new chapter turned into a deeply isolating experience. Rocky developed extreme dog reactivity, the walks became stressful, the lead had to stay firmly clipped on, and Emma’s world began to shrink as she actively avoided other dogs just to survive the day.

We dive into the emotional toll of feeling stuck with a reactive dog, the reality of navigating the rescue system, and the breaking point that finally pushed them to seek a different kind of help.

Emma shares how attending an Honest Hounds Reactivity Retreat, followed by a Board and Train stay with Jessie, became the start of a total transformation. If your world currently feels small because of your dog's reactivity, this episode is the ultimate reminder that real, lasting change is absolutely possible.

Ellie & Cooper - From Breeding Male to Getting a Brother!

When your dog develops intense dog reactivity, it can be hard to know where to turn. There are mixed messages everywhere, and suddenly you’re left questioning everything, from whether you should neuter, to how you should socialise them, and whether things will ever get better.

Ellie found her path with Honest Hounds, diving into a retreat and making the most of the support, guidance, and resources around her. It wasn’t an easy journey, but her dedication and determination have paid off.

Today, Cooper is a model citizen, and they’ve recently welcomed another male dog into the family. A reminder that with the right support, consistency, and commitment, what once feels unthinkable can become possible.

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