Lisa and Roo

Lisa Telle

Lisa and Roo dives into the whole dog. We talk solo and interview other industry experts on dog training, psychology, nutrition, lifestyle and so much more. Our goal is to help you explore new approaches to thriving with human's best friend. Lisa is a certified dog trainer, professional canine nutritionist and founder of Zoomies Dog Training and Adventures as well as new brand Zoomies Dog Nutrition.

  1. JAN 23

    Animal Behaviour Transformation Through Surrogate Hypnosis, Energy + the Human-Animal Connection

    In this episode, Lisa sits down with Lilly McKenzie from Body Mind Care to explore a totally unique (and seriously fascinating) approach to animal behaviour transformation through surrogate hypnosis, energy work and the deep human-animal connection. What makes this episode extra special is Lilly’s evolving work with animals through her service “Pawsitive Change”, where she supports behavioural shifts by intuitively connecting to the animal’s subconscious through a surrogate session with her assistant, Ergie. Together, Lisa and Lilly dive into what this process actually looks like, how it supports emotional regulation and healing (not just behaviour “management”), and the bigger conversation around animal sensitivity, stress, trauma and how our own nervous systems influence the animals we love. 💎 Lisa and Lilly talk about:• Lilly’s journey from psychology into healing, hypnotherapy and body-based work• What “Pawsitive Change” is and how it supports animals with behaviour challenges• How the surrogate hypnosis session works step-by-step (and why Ergie is involved)• What subconscious connection means in this context and what’s happening during the session• How animals can carry stress, grief or emotional weight from their environment• What owners typically notice after a session and how changes unfold over time• How to tell the difference between true regulation vs behaviour suppression• Ethics, boundaries and how this work complements vets and force-free training This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt like their pet’s behaviour is communicating something deeper, and who’s open to exploring a whole new lens of healing, connection and co-regulation 🎧🐾 Disclaimer: Lisa has never participated in a Surrogate Hypnosis session Lilly’s Links:Body Mind Care WebsiteBody Mind Care InstagramEnquire about Pawsitive Change Sessions

    54 min
  2. 12/16/2025

    Under the Surface: When Health Drives Behaviour with Dr Lucy Scott

    In this episode, Lisa sits down with Dr Lucy Scott from Veterinary Behaviour Services NZ to explore what happens when behaviour is driven by what’s going on inside the body, not just training or environment. Lucy is a qualified veterinarian with a Membership in Veterinary Behaviour who works with dogs, cats and horses. Today, the focus is on dogs and the often-overlooked medical, emotional and physiological factors that can shape how they show up in the world. Together, Lisa and Lucy unpack the powerful connection between the body and the brain, why some dogs struggle despite “doing all the right things,” and how shifting from labels to curiosity can completely change outcomes for dogs and their humans. 💎 Lisa and Lucy talk about: • What veterinary behaviour medicine actually is and when it’s needed• Why some behaviour challenges are not “just training” issues• How pain, illness and internal stress can present as reactivity, anxiety or aggression• What’s really happening hormonally during adolescence in entire dogs• How chronic stress affects the nervous system and behaviour over time• When behaviour medication can be helpful and how it supports learning• What a regulated dog looks like physically, mentally and emotionally• Daily habits and lifestyle shifts that support nervous system health• Why collaboration between trainers and behaviour vets matters It’s an honest, grounding conversation for anyone living with a dog who feels like they’re struggling beneath the surface. If you’ve ever wondered whether behaviour might be more than just behaviour, this episode is for you 🎧🐾 Dr Lucy’s Links:Veterinary Behaviour Services NZ Website Veterinary Behaviour Services Facebook Veterinary Behaviour Services Instagram

    1h 1m
  3. 11/13/2025

    Give Your Dog A Purpose: Honouring Genetics in a Modern World with Kelly Wolfe

    In this episode, Lisa sits down with Kelly Wolfe from Wolfe Dogs to unpack the wild world of “unemployed working dogs” those brilliant, high-drive dogs who were bred for big jobs but now find themselves living in our modern pet homes. Kelly shares her background working with some of the most driven breeds out there and explains why so many of these dogs struggle when their instincts don’t match their daily life. Together, they explore what these dogs were truly designed for, the welfare issues that show up when their needs go unmet and what owners can do to work with genetics instead of constantly fighting against them. 🔹 Kelly and Lisa talk about: What an “unemployed working dog” really isWhy high-drive breeds are struggling more than everThe behaviours that pop up when dogs feel under-fulfilledHow to channel herding, hunting, or guarding instincts safelyOne small lifestyle change owners can make todayHow to reframe “naughty” behaviour as communicationWhy nuance matters in conversations about training toolsWhat structure and clarity actually mean for powerful, driven dogsWhat a fulfilled working dog looks like physically, mentally, emotionallyKelly’s favourite enrichment ideas for purpose-bred dogsIt’s an eye-opening conversation for anyone living with a dog who feels like they’ve got a full-time job no one hired them for. Tune in to learn how to meet your dog’s needs in a way that builds connection, confidence and calm. 🎧🐕 Kelly’s Links:Wolfe Dogs WebsiteWolfe Dogs InstagramWolfe Dogs FacebookEmail Kelly: hello@wolfedogs.nz

    45 min

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Lisa and Roo dives into the whole dog. We talk solo and interview other industry experts on dog training, psychology, nutrition, lifestyle and so much more. Our goal is to help you explore new approaches to thriving with human's best friend. Lisa is a certified dog trainer, professional canine nutritionist and founder of Zoomies Dog Training and Adventures as well as new brand Zoomies Dog Nutrition.