The Resident Wild

Kim Ellis and Neri Karazija
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The Resident Wild Podcast explores the deeper connection between humans and dogs—beyond surface-level behaviour and into understanding, energy, and instinct. Hosted by Neri of Dog Whispering in Australia and Kim of The Wolf and Dog Development Centre in the UK, we come together as a team to share our combined experience, perspectives, and passion for helping dogs and their humans find balance looking through the lens of the wolf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 2d ago

    Episode 18: When Your Dog Is Scared of the Vet

    This week, Kim and Neri are joined by Saskia from the Netherlands, a veterinarian who has been learning the Wolfie Way, to answer a listener question about a dog who really struggles with veterinary visits. Together, they explore what the experience can look like from the dog's perspective, why some dogs find the veterinary environment so difficult, and how understanding their emotional experience can change the way we approach their care. In Debunk a Myth, Saskia joins the conversation about the belief that some breeds simply can't be trusted, leading to a fascinating discussion about genetics, breed and why we still need to understand the individual dog in front of us. And Speak English Proper gets an international upgrade this week—with Australia, England and the Netherlands all represented! listener question 2:02 Debunk a myth 34:04 speak english Proper 40:57 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  2. Aug 17

    Why Does My Dog Choose Someone Else?

    This week, Kim and Neri answer a heartfelt listener question about why dogs sometimes naturally gravitate towards one person in the household—and why it really isn't personal. In Advice Given Online, we challenge the idea that "a tired dog is a happy dog" and that exercise can fix behavioural problems. In Debunk a Myth, we ask whether dogs really need another dog to be happy. And Speak English Proper returns with a very ordinary piece of equipment that apparently has a completely different name depending on which side of the world you're standing! 🐾 Because when we stop asking, "How do I stop this behaviour?" and start asking, "What is my dog trying to tell me?", everything begins to change. listener question - 2:33 advice online-14.31 debunk a myth - 26.09 Speak english proper - 28.12 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  3. Aug 10

    Episode 16 - Bringing Home a Puppy – What Happens to Your Existing Dog?

    In Episode 16 of Resident Wild, Kim and Neri answer a listener question from Katie in Melbourne about introducing a puppy into a family that already has a dog. It's a situation many families experience, but bringing a puppy home can change far more than just the number of dogs in the house. We explore the changing family dynamic, the existing dog's relationship with their humans, the puppy's development, and why simply expecting the dogs to "work it out" can miss some very important pieces of the puzzle. In Advice Given Online, we unpack the increasingly common advice to make dogs "work" for every piece of food they receive. Is food something that should always be earned, or is there another way to understand feeding, enrichment and our relationship with our dogs? Then in Debunk a Myth, we tackle one of the oldest pieces of advice in the dog world: "Just let them sort it out themselves." When it comes to dogs, this advice can be far more dangerous than it sounds. We explore why stepping back isn't always the neutral choice we think it is, and why understanding what's happening between dogs matters. And finally, Speak English Proper returns with another Australian-versus-English linguistic mystery involving something you might use to cut the grass. 🌱 A deep dive into puppies, existing dogs, relationships, development and what happens when we add another member to the family. 🐾 Because when we stop asking, "How do I stop this behaviour?" and start asking, "What is my dog trying to tell me?", everything begins to change. listener question 3:22 advice given online 19:25 Debunk a myth 26:54 speak english proper 31:20 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  4. Aug 3

    Episode 15: Why Dogs Sniff Everything

    Should your dog be paying attention to you... or to the world around them?This week on Resident Wild, Kim and Neri answer a listener question from Elle in Scotland, who wonders why her dog spends so much time sniffing on walks instead of focusing on her. Together, they explore why sniffing is one of the most important ways dogs experience the world, what they're actually learning through their noses, and why allowing dogs to gather information can play an important role in their emotional wellbeing.In Advice Given Online, they unpack the increasingly common claim that dogs can have autism. While some dogs may display behaviours that appear similar to those seen in people, Kim and Neri discuss why applying human diagnostic labels to dogs isn't supported by current evidence, and why it's more helpful to understand the individual dog, their experiences and the behaviours they're showing.Then, in Debunk a Myth, they tackle a saying we've all heard: "You can't teach an old dog new tricks." Is there any truth to it, or are older dogs far more capable of learning than we've been led to believe?And to finish, another light-hearted edition of Speak English Proper, where Kim and Neri discover that what Australians call thongs, the British know as flip-flops.Join us for another episode exploring the science, psychology and relationships that shape the lives of our dogs.🐾 Because when we stop asking, "How do I stop this behaviour?" and start asking, "What is my dog trying to tell me?", everything begins to change.listener question 3:07advice given online 21:00debunk a myth 29:11speak english proper 32.43 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  5. Jul 27

    Episode 14: Loyal... or Anxious?

    If your dog follows you everywhere, is it a sign of love—or could it be something else?In this episode of Resident Wild, Kim and Neri answer a listener question about a Border Collie that never leaves its owner's side. Whether it's moving from room to room or stopping the moment their owner stops, the behaviour raises an important question: is this simply loyalty, or could anxiety be playing a role?Together, they explore how looking beyond the behaviour itself can help us better understand what our dogs are actually experiencing, and why context is everything when interpreting behaviours like "velcro dogs."In Advice Given Online, they unpack the long-standing belief that dogs should never walk in front of their owners on a lead. Where did this idea come from, and does walking in front really mean anything about your relationship with your dog?Then, in Debunk a Myth, they tackle another common belief—that allowing your dog to sleep on your bed will make them dominant. It's a myth that has persisted for decades, but as always, the reality is far more nuanced.To finish, Kim and Neri introduce a brand-new light-hearted segment, Speak English Proper, where they compare the wonderfully different wordsand phrases used in Australia and England. It's a fun way to end an episode filled with thoughtful conversation, practical insights and plenty of laughs.Join us as we continue to challenge old beliefs and encourage a deeper understanding of the dogs who share our lives. 🐾listener question - 2:37community spotlight -15:07advice given online - 16:35Debunk a myth - 21:43Speak english Proper - 26:32 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  6. Jul 20

    Episode 13: Do Dogs Lie? Do dogs actually lie or are we completely misunderstanding their behaviour?

    This week on Resident Wild, Kim and Neri are joined by comedian and all-round legend Bradford Oakes, co-host of the podcast Fool Me Twice with Steven Van Aperen, where they explore deception, psychology and the fascinating ways humans can be fooled.Bradford brings a brilliant question to the table: Do dogs lie?What follows is one of the most entertaining conversations we've had, filled with laughs, unexpected tangents and some thought-provoking discussion about whether dogs are truly capable of deception—or whether we're simply interpreting their behaviour through a human lens.In Advice Given Online, Kim and Neri unpack the growing trend of "teaching calm" and explain why genuine calmness isn't something that can simply be trained on cue. From a psychological perspective, true emotional regulation develops through safety, relationship and co-regulation—not by asking a dog to remain still.Then, in Debunk a Myth, they tackle another common misconception: Does a dog pee inside to get back at its owner? They explore why this belief has persisted for so long and what house-soiling behaviour is far more likely to be communicating.A fun, thought-provoking episode that blends wolves, dogs, people, psychology, comedy and a whole lot of curiosity about the dogs we share our lives with.🐾 Because the more we understand our dogs, the better we can understand the behaviour they show us.listener question 4:08Advice given on line 28:15Debunk a myth 35:40 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  7. Jul 13

    Episode 12: Lead Reactivity, "Calm" Dogs & The Hand-Sniff Myth

    Why is my dog reactive on the lead but perfectly fine when they're off it?This week Kim and Neri answer a listener question about one of the most common behaviour concerns dog owners experience—lead reactivity. Together, they explore why a dog's behaviour can change so dramatically depending on whether they're attached to a lead, and why understanding the emotions behind the behaviour is far more valuable than simply trying to stop the reaction.In Advice Given Online, they unpack a video showing a trainer insisting a dog remain "calm" before leaving for a walk. But was the dog genuinely calm... or had something else happened? It's a fascinating discussion about the difference between emotional regulation and emotional shutdown—with a memorable Gandalf reference from Kim along the way.Then, in Debunk a Myth, they tackle one of the oldest pieces of dog advice around: Should you always let a dog sniff your hand before greeting them? Like many things in the dog world, the answer isn't nearly as straightforward as we've been led to believe.Join Kim and Neri as they continue to challenge common assumptions and explore the deeper reasons behind the behaviours we see every day.🐾 Because when we understand the dog, the behaviour starts to make sense.Listener question 1:56Community spotlight 19:47Advice given online 21:13Debunk a myth 31:48 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  8. Jun 29

    Episode 11 -Is That Bark Really About the Stranger? Body language and wagging tails

    A rescue dog barking at people walking past the house... but is it really about the people? In this episode of Resident Wild, Kim and Neri answer a listener question (4:10s) about a rescue dog that barks whenever someone passes the front of the home. Together, they explore the deeper reasons behind this behaviour, looking beyond the barking itself to better understand what the dog may be experiencing and communicating.In Advice Given Online, (26:25s) they unpack a social media post about dog body language and discuss why reading a dog's emotions is rarely as simple as ticking off a checklist. Context, individual differences and the whole picture matter far more than any single signal.Then, in Debunk a Myth (39:43s), they tackle one of the most common misunderstandings in dog behaviour: Does a wagging tail always mean a dog is happy? The answer may surprise you, as they explore what a wagging tail can—and can't—tell us about how a dog is feeling.Ifyou've ever wondered what your dog is really trying to communicate, this episode is packed with practical insights that encourage us to look beyond the obvious and understand the dog in front of us. 🐾4:10 listener question24.55 - community spotlight26.25 - advice given online39.43 - de bunk a myth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Resident Wild Podcast explores the deeper connection between humans and dogs—beyond surface-level behaviour and into understanding, energy, and instinct. Hosted by Neri of Dog Whispering in Australia and Kim of The Wolf and Dog Development Centre in the UK, we come together as a team to share our combined experience, perspectives, and passion for helping dogs and their humans find balance looking through the lens of the wolf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Kim Ellis and Neri Karazija
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Kim Ellis and Neri Karazija
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