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You got a dog because you wanted connection. Companionship. Joy. But right now, it feels like something else. There’s guilt after the hard walks. Dread before them. A quiet, persistent voice that says you’re not doing this right, that a better dog parent would have it figured out by now.You don’t need more training tips. You need someone who understands what it actually feels like to love a dog who’s struggling, and to be the person holding the lead trying to hold it all together. That’s what The Mindful Dog Parent is here for.This is the weekly podcast for overwhelmed dog parents who know that something deeper is going on — even if they can’t quite name it yet. Dog parents who are carrying more than just a dog lead on their walks. Dog parents who are ready to stop blaming themselves and start understanding what’s actually happening. Hosted by Sian Lawley-Rudd — dog behaviour expert, ethical trainer, and creator of Nervous-System Aware Dog Parenting™ — each episode works across thr