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]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Southend, Dog, Training, Puppy Adam Spivey & Evan Norfolk evan@southenddogtraining.co.uk https://storage.buzzsprout.com/vwnup3gwshxv6b8ztopoc8twykdf?.jpg Southend Dog Training https://www.southenddogtraining.co.uk ๐Ÿพ French Bulldog Health Crisis: Roloโ€™s Battle with BOAS Bills Of Over ยฃ20k | Southend Dog Training Podcast ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ๐Ÿถ ๐Ÿพ French Bulldog Health Crisis: Roloโ€™s Battle with BOAS Bills Of Over ยฃ20k | Southend Dog Training Podcast ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ๐Ÿถ Welcome back to the Southend Dog Training Podcast! In this incredibly emotional and eye-opening episode, weโ€™re joined by Kelly, a first-time dog owner and loving mum to Rolo โ€” a French Bulldog whose health journey has been nothing short of heartbreaking, powerful, and ultimately inspiring.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Thinking about getting a Frenchie or already own one? You NEED to hear this.

Kelly walks us through the ups and downs of life with Rolo โ€” from the joy of bringing him home to the terrifying complications caused by BOAS (Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome). She opens up about:

โš ๏ธ The mistakes they made as first-time dog owners
ย ๐Ÿ’” The emotional toll of watching her dog struggle to breathe
ย ๐Ÿฅ Multiple surgeries including a rare radical soft palate resection
๐Ÿ“š What they wish they knew about breeders and BOAS
๐ŸŽฏ The life-saving decision to go to Queenโ€™s Veterinary School Hospital, Cambridge
โค๏ธ How Rolo became a case study thatโ€™s now helping to educate vets across the UK

This episode is not about blame โ€” itโ€™s about education, compassion, and change. Whether you're considering a French Bulldog, already have one, or own any flat-faced (brachycephalic) breed โ€” youโ€™ll walk away better informed and with a deeper understanding of the true cost of poorly bred dogs.

๐ŸŒŸ BONUS: At the end of the episode, we break down red flags to look for in a breeder, so you can avoid the painful journey that Kelly and Rolo endured.

๐Ÿ’ฌ โ€œIt was never about making anyone feel badโ€ฆ itโ€™s about saving others from going through the same.โ€ โ€“ Kelly

๐Ÿ“ฃ If you found this helpful or moving, please like, comment, and share โ€” especially with anyone considering a French Bulldog or other brachy breed.

๐ŸŽง Listen. Learn. Share. Help us protect dogs like Rolo.

#FrenchBulldog #BOAS #DogPodcast #DogHealth #SouthendDogTraining #FlatFaceBreeds #DogBreederTips #VetStories #FrenchieOwner #BrachycephalicDogs #RescueDogs #PuppyBuyingTips

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]]> Welcome back to the Southend Dog Training Podcast! In this incredibly emotional and eye-opening episode, weโ€™re joined by Kelly, a first-time dog owner and loving mum to Rolo โ€” a French Bulldog whose health journey has been nothing short of heartbreaking, powerful, and ultimately inspiring.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Thinking about getting a Frenchie or already own one? You NEED to hear this.

Kelly walks us through the ups and downs of life with Rolo โ€” from the joy of bringing him home to the terrifying complications caused by BOAS (Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome). She opens up about:

โš ๏ธ The mistakes they made as first-time dog owners
ย ๐Ÿ’” The emotional toll of watching her dog struggle to breathe
ย ๐Ÿฅ Multiple surgeries including a rare radical soft palate resection
๐Ÿ“š What they wish they knew about breeders and BOAS
๐ŸŽฏ The life-saving decision to go to Queenโ€™s Veterinary School Hospital, Cambridge
โค๏ธ How Rolo became a case study thatโ€™s now helping to educate vets across the UK

This episode is not about blame โ€” itโ€™s about education, compassion, and change. Whether you're considering a French Bulldog, already have one, or own any flat-faced (brachycephalic) breed โ€” youโ€™ll walk away better informed and with a deeper understanding of the true cost of poorly bred dogs.

๐ŸŒŸ BONUS: At the end of the episode, we break down red flags to look for in a breeder, so you can avoid the painful journey that Kelly and Rolo endured.

๐Ÿ’ฌ โ€œIt was never about making anyone feel badโ€ฆ itโ€™s about saving others from going through the same.โ€ โ€“ Kelly

๐Ÿ“ฃ If you found this helpful or moving, please like, comment, and share โ€” especially with anyone considering a French Bulldog or other brachy breed.

๐ŸŽง Listen. Learn. Share. Help us protect dogs like Rolo.

#FrenchBulldog #BOAS #DogPodcast #DogHealth #SouthendDogTraining #FlatFaceBreeds #DogBreederTips #VetStories #FrenchieOwner #BrachycephalicDogs #RescueDogs #PuppyBuyingTips

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]]> Adam Spivey & Evan Norfolk Buzzsprout-16828133 Fri, 05 Sep 2025 18:00:00 +0100 3687 4 5 full false I Travelled Over 340 Miles to Train My Dog I Travelled Over 340 Miles to Train My Dog Meet Penny, an amazing client that is so dedicated to her dogs she travelled over 340 miles to get the help she needed

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]]> Adam Spivey & Evan Norfolk Buzzsprout-17266934 Fri, 22 Aug 2025 18:00:00 +0100 4514 full false Caroline LoveMud Dog Grooming & Adam Spivey - talk all things sobriety, social media, and staying real in the dog industry Caroline LoveMud Dog Grooming & Adam Spivey - talk all things sobriety, social media, and staying real in the dog industry In this episode of the Southend Dog Training Podcast, we sit down with Caroline โ€” aka "The Love Mud Dog Lady" โ€” to talk all things sobriety, social media, and staying real in the dog industry. ๐Ÿพ

From alcohol addiction to viral videos, Caroline opens up about her 20-month sobriety journey, how lockdown fueled unhealthy habits, and how quitting drinking transformed her life as a mum, business owner, and dog groomer.

We dive into:

The pressures of social media and chasing viral content ๐ŸŽฏ

The dark side of grooming trends and unethical dog treatment ๐Ÿšซ

Rising above haters, backlash, and gatekeeping in the industry ๐Ÿ™…โ€โ™‚๏ธ

Building a personal brand with purpose and staying true to your mission ๐Ÿ’ก

Why cockapoos and pugs arenโ€™t the problem โ€” itโ€™s all about education and ethical care ๐Ÿถ

The unspoken challenges of being a single parent, creator, and dog professional juggling it all ๐Ÿ’ช

If youโ€™re a groomer, trainer, content creator โ€” or just someone trying to live with purpose โ€” this episode is packed with real talk, relatable stories, and loads of laughs.

๐Ÿ›Ž๏ธ Don't forget to Like, Comment & Subscribe for more honest conversations about dogs, business, and life.

#Sobriety #DogGrooming #DogTraining #SocialMediaMentalHealth #LoveMud #SouthendDogTraining #Podcast

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]]> In this episode of the Southend Dog Training Podcast, we sit down with Caroline โ€” aka "The Love Mud Dog Lady" โ€” to talk all things sobriety, social media, and staying real in the dog industry. ๐Ÿพ

From alcohol addiction to viral videos, Caroline opens up about her 20-month sobriety journey, how lockdown fueled unhealthy habits, and how quitting drinking transformed her life as a mum, business owner, and dog groomer.

We dive into:

The pressures of social media and chasing viral content ๐ŸŽฏ

The dark side of grooming trends and unethical dog treatment ๐Ÿšซ

Rising above haters, backlash, and gatekeeping in the industry ๐Ÿ™…โ€โ™‚๏ธ

Building a personal brand with purpose and staying true to your mission ๐Ÿ’ก

Why cockapoos and pugs arenโ€™t the problem โ€” itโ€™s all about education and ethical care ๐Ÿถ

The unspoken challenges of being a single parent, creator, and dog professional juggling it all ๐Ÿ’ช

If youโ€™re a groomer, trainer, content creator โ€” or just someone trying to live with purpose โ€” this episode is packed with real talk, relatable stories, and loads of laughs.

๐Ÿ›Ž๏ธ Don't forget to Like, Comment & Subscribe for more honest conversations about dogs, business, and life.

#Sobriety #DogGrooming #DogTraining #SocialMediaMentalHealth #LoveMud #SouthendDogTraining #Podcast

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This week, Adam Spivey sits down with leading holistic veterinarian Dr. Nick Thompson for a jam-packed episode covering everything from raw feeding and behavior to neutering, vaccines, thyroid issues, and keeping dogs safe in summer heat. ๐Ÿ’ฅ๐Ÿถ

If you're tired of the one-size-fits-all approach to dog care, this conversation is a must-listen. No topic is off-limits as Adam and Nick challenge conventional norms and dive deep into what really keeps dogs healthy โ€“ inside and out.

๐Ÿ” Key topics covered:

What is a holistic vet?

Raw feeding vs kibble โ€“ what's really best for your dog?

Why Nick compares kibble to "a good brand of cigarettes"

Common myths about raw food (salmonella, bones, balance, and more)

How diet impacts dog behavior and emotional wellbeing

The truth about annual vaccinations and titer testing

Neutering: why itโ€™s not always the right choice

Heatstroke and keeping your dog cool in summer

How conventional medicine often only treats the โ€œtip of the icebergโ€

๐Ÿ“Œ Follow Dr. Nick Thompson:
Instagram: @holisticvetuk
Website: www.holisticvet.co.uk
Courses & Resources: www.holisticvet.shop
Billinghurst Institute: [Search for "Raw Conversations"]

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Website, Courses, Raw Food & More: www.southenddogtraining.co.uk

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Got questions or thoughts on raw feeding, holistic health, or training? Drop them in the comments!

๐Ÿ‘ Like, Subscribe, and Share if you believe dogs deserve better than the status quo.

#HolisticVet #DogTraining #RawFeeding #SouthendDogTraining #AdamSpivey #NickThompson #DogHealth #DogNutrition #KibbleVsRaw #DogBehavior #VeterinaryMedicine #PetCare #HeatstrokeInDogs

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This week, Adam Spivey sits down with leading holistic veterinarian Dr. Nick Thompson for a jam-packed episode covering everything from raw feeding and behavior to neutering, vaccines, thyroid issues, and keeping dogs safe in summer heat. ๐Ÿ’ฅ๐Ÿถ

If you're tired of the one-size-fits-all approach to dog care, this conversation is a must-listen. No topic is off-limits as Adam and Nick challenge conventional norms and dive deep into what really keeps dogs healthy โ€“ inside and out.

๐Ÿ” Key topics covered:

What is a holistic vet?

Raw feeding vs kibble โ€“ what's really best for your dog?

Why Nick compares kibble to "a good brand of cigarettes"

Common myths about raw food (salmonella, bones, balance, and more)

How diet impacts dog behavior and emotional wellbeing

The truth about annual vaccinations and titer testing

Neutering: why itโ€™s not always the right choice

Heatstroke and keeping your dog cool in summer

How conventional medicine often only treats the โ€œtip of the icebergโ€

๐Ÿ“Œ Follow Dr. Nick Thompson:
Instagram: @holisticvetuk
Website: www.holisticvet.co.uk
Courses & Resources: www.holisticvet.shop
Billinghurst Institute: [Search for "Raw Conversations"]

๐Ÿ“Œ Follow Southend Dog Training:
Website, Courses, Raw Food & More: www.southenddogtraining.co.uk

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Got questions or thoughts on raw feeding, holistic health, or training? Drop them in the comments!

๐Ÿ‘ Like, Subscribe, and Share if you believe dogs deserve better than the status quo.

#HolisticVet #DogTraining #RawFeeding #SouthendDogTraining #AdamSpivey #NickThompson #DogHealth #DogNutrition #KibbleVsRaw #DogBehavior #VeterinaryMedicine #PetCare #HeatstrokeInDogs

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Dog attacks on horses are on the rise โ€“ and itโ€™s time to talk about it. EndurancewithDarceyย 

Join us on our latest podcast episode as we dive deep into the complex world of dogs and horses, exploring why these incidents happen, what owners can do, and how we can create safer spaces for both animals.

Real stories

Expert insights

Practical advice

Whether you're a dog lover, a horse rider, or just curious โ€“ this is an episode you won't want to miss.ย 

Listen and watch now!ย 

#DogsVsHorses #EquestrianLife #DogOwners #HorseSafety #PodcastAlert #endurancewithdarcey

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Dog attacks on horses are on the rise โ€“ and itโ€™s time to talk about it. EndurancewithDarceyย 

Join us on our latest podcast episode as we dive deep into the complex world of dogs and horses, exploring why these incidents happen, what owners can do, and how we can create safer spaces for both animals.

Real stories

Expert insights

Practical advice

Whether you're a dog lover, a horse rider, or just curious โ€“ this is an episode you won't want to miss.ย 

Listen and watch now!ย 

#DogsVsHorses #EquestrianLife #DogOwners #HorseSafety #PodcastAlert #endurancewithdarcey

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The book is finally here! but why the delay?!?

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What's our raw food all about?

The book is finally here! but why the delay?!?

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