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Brain and Behaviour

by Daniel Shaw

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Where Pain Meets Behaviour

October 9, 2026 · 58 min

Daniel is joined by Dr Findy Wills and Elena Wilse on what happens when behaviour and physiotherapy work together, and why physical pain so often sits underneath a behaviour problem. Links from this episode: - Elevate Veterinary…
Reactivity, Unpacking a Label

September 11, 2026 · 1 hr 29 min

Daniel is joined by Lynn Hewison and Chirag Patel to question a word we all use and rarely define, reactivity. They look at why it means something different to almost everyone who says it, and what a more useful approach looks like when…
The Reactivity Zones Approach with Victoria Stilwell

March 21, 2026 · 1 hr 20 min

In this episode Daniel is joined by Victoria Stilwell to discuss her new Reactivity Zones Approach as well as her journey into dog training, her early experience as a dog trainer in New York City, and her projects and collaborations with…
Episode 22 - Beyond Training Formulas - Suzanne Clothier

February 26, 2026 · 1 hr 35 min

Episode Summary In this conversation, Suzanne Clothier explores why behaviour work must begin with the individual animal rather than rigid training formulas or one-size-fits-all methods. She reflects on her evolution as a trainer, her…
Episode 21 - How to Judge Bite Risk - Dr. Helen Howell

January 26, 2026 · 1 hr 4 min

Guest Bio Dr Helen Howell is a forensic behaviourist and expert witness. Helen spent 16 years as a police detective, much of which was spent working on a child protection unit. Following retirement through injury Helen became a clinical…

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Episode 20 - Resource Guarding Behaviour - Sonia Fetherling

December 17, 2025 · 1 hr 9 min

Episode Summary In this episode, Sonia Fetherling joins Daniel to unpack the complexity and nuance of resource guarding. Sonia explains why typical protocols often fall apart in real homes, particularly with dogs who steal items, escalate…
Episode 19 - Talking Separation Anxiety - Malena DeMartini

December 3, 2025 · 1 hr 8 min

In this episode Daniel talks to the incredible Malena DeMartini about all things separation anxiety in dogs. Malena dives into some fascinating topics including the dog–caregiver relationship in the context of separation anxiety protocols…
Episode 18 - Microbiomes, Meals, and Mood: Nutrition’s Role in Behaviour - Alyssa Ralph

November 19, 2025 · 1 hr 10 min

Episode Summary Alyssa joins Daniel to explore the critical intersection of nutrition and behaviour. She shares her journey from zoo animal welfare to canine nutrition, inspired by both professional experience and personal health…
Episode 17 - The Play Way - Dr Amy Cook

November 5, 2025 · 1 hr 22 min

Guest Bio: Dr. Cook is an International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC) Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, a longstanding professional member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT), and was one of the…
Episode 16 - Campaigning and Advocacy - Hannah Molloy

October 22, 2025 · 1 hr 5 min

Episode Summary: Hannah and Daniel discuss the role of campaigning, policy, and communication in advancing dog welfare. Hannah shares her journey from hands-on training to TV, authorship, and policy work, and explains how being able to…
Episode 15 - Insights on Behaviour Cases - Melissa McCue-McGrath

October 8, 2025 · 1 hr 15 min

Episode Summary: Melissa joins Daniel to compare the behavioural challenges of dogs in urban and rural settings. She explains how city dogs are constantly bombarded by sensory overload—sounds, smells, confined spaces, and straight-line…
Episode 14 - Breaking Down Barriers to Dog Welfare - Dr Rowena Packer

September 24, 2025 · 1 hr 11 min

Guest Bio Rowena is the Senior Lecturer in Companion Animal Behaviour and Welfare Science (2020-Present) at the Royal Veterinary College, London. Rowena leads a research group exploring diverse topics in this area, including the impact of…

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About the show

The Brain and Behaviour Podcast with Daniel Shaw MSc, CDBC dives into the science behind complex dog and cat behaviour. Blending neuroscience, real-world cases, and expert insights, Daniel explores topics like aggression, trauma, and training to help listeners better understand the animals in their lives.