Housewolves: The Pet Dog Collective
Welcome to Housewolves: The Pet Dog Collective — the podcast for dog owners who want clarity, confidence, and a deeper connection with their dogs. Trainer Melissa Major brings you real-life training strategies, behaviour insights, meaningful interviews, and lifestyle conversations that help you truly understand your dog.
Whether you’re navigating life with a brand-new puppy or leveling up with an adult dog, you’ll get practical tools to create a calmer home, a stronger bond, and a well-trained companion you can take anywhere.
Rooted in working-dog principles but made for everyday owners, this show is all about real dogs, real training, and results that actually fit your life.
Housewolves: The Pet Dog Collective
Latest Episodes
E14 - Behind Big Hearted Breeders: Nutrition, Mini Goldens & Ethical Breeding with Heather Gibson
Heather Gibson shares her journey from fostering children and breeding cats to developing a responsible, health-focused approach to dog breeding, nutrition, and holistic care. Discover how her innovative work with mini golden retrievers aims to...
E13 - The Critical Stages of Puppy Development You Must Know with Sharon Mills
In this episode, Sharon Mills shares her extensive knowledge on puppy development, training, and behaviour, emphasizing the importance of early socialization, boundaries, and understanding canine psychology for lifelong success.COUPON CO...
E12 - Mastering Dog Grooming: Essential Tips for Pet Owners and Pros with Michelle of Chauvet Grooming
In this episode, Michelle from Chauvet Grooming shares expert insights on dog grooming, breed-specific care, socialization, and starting a grooming career. Perfect for pet owners and aspiring groomers alike, it covers essential tips for a healt...
E11 - How Boundaries and Fear Shape Our Bonds with Dogs: Conversation with Counsellor Greg Gurel
In this insightful interview, Greg Gurel, a seasoned counselor, explores the deep parallels between human relationships and our bonds with dogs. The discussion covers how early attachment, boundaries, and managing fear influence our interaction...
E10 - Saving Lives: The Mission of Save Texas K9s
Summary:In this episode, Melissa Major speaks with Judith and Jen from Save Texas K9s about the challenges of dog rescue in Texas, the overpopulation crisis in shelters, and the importance of community support. They discuss the organ...