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.
E15 - Your Dog Is Aging: Now What? Dog Dementia, Senior Health & Natural Wellness with Angela Ardolino
Angela Ardolino shares her journey into holistic pet wellness, focusing on natural remedies, the endocannabinoid system, and how to support aging and sick pets naturally. Senior Dog Study: http://seniordogstudy.com/ Website: https://angelaardolino.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yournaturaldogpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AngelaArdolino/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Angela Ardolino and her work 00:29 Angela's journey from rescue to holistic pet wellness 02:10 The ...
4 Aug 2026
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 improve genetic diversity and canine health. Links: www.pawTree.com/elevated Coupon Code: elevated Big Hearted Breeders: https://www.bigheartedbreeders.com/our-story/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/bigheartedbreeders FB: https://www....
14 Jul 2026
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 CODE $30 off puppy training: SPTPUPPY Links: Website: https://www.successpuppytraining.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/C_RsnG5IdOG/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/successpuppytraining/ Puppy Love: https://www.successpuppytraining.com/product/pu...
23 Jun 2026
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 healthy, happy pup. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Grooming and Training 01:38 The Importance of Early Socialization and Breeding 06:47 Grooming Basics for New Dog Owners 11:56 Tools and Techniques for Home Grooming 19:19 Nail Care and the Use of Muzzles 2...
7 Apr 2026
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 interactions with pets and ourselves, offering practical advice for personal growth and better dog training. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Counseling and Dog Training 02:06 The Importance of Boundaries in Relationships 06:01 Fear of Losing Connection with Pets 1...
17 Feb 2026
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 organization's mission, the rescue process, and provide valuable tips for potential adopters. The conversation highlights the need for responsible pet ownership and the role of volunteers in making a difference in the lives of dogs in need. Where to find Save Texas K9...
27 Jan 2026
From Whippet to Doberman: Lauren's Dog Training Odyssey
Summary: In this episode of the Housewolves podcast, host Melissa Major welcomes Lauren, a passionate dog owner and competitor, to discuss her journey with her three dogs, particularly her Dobermans. Lauren shares her early experiences with dogs, starting with her first pet, a Whippet named Kissy, and how her love for dogs evolved into a competitive spirit. She recounts the challenges and joys of training her Dobermans, Cujo and Killer, and the various dog sports they participate in, includin...
20 Jan 2026
From Dog Lover to Professional Handler with Mackenzie Pavkovich
Summary: In this episode of the Housewolves podcast, Melissa Major interviews Mackenzie Pavkovich, a passionate dog handler and trainer. Mackenzie shares her journey from being a dog lover to becoming a professional handler, detailing her experiences with various breeds, her transition into dog sports, and the challenges of balancing motherhood with her career. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding dog behavior, the thrill of working with high-drive dogs, and the persona...
13 Jan 2026
From Corporate to Canine: A Trainer's Transformation with Julia Major
Summary: In this episode of the House Wolves podcast, Melissa Major interviews Julia Major, a dog handler and trainer, who shares her transformative journey into the world of dog training. Julia discusses her experiences with rescue dogs, the challenges of training high-drive breeds, and the importance of building a strong bond with dogs. She emphasizes the need for consistency in training, the impact of social media on expectations, and the rewarding nature of dog sports. Julia also reflects...
8 Jan 2024
Riley's Journey to Service Dog Validation. Episode 6.
Riley started training her German Shepherd Dog to be a certified Service Dog at 8 months old. Her journey spanning over 4 years pushed her to her limits. There were moments of success and triumph, but not before nearly giving up on her dog and hitting a wall with training.Validating at the JIBC in 2022, Riley received some of the highest praise from the validator. Hear her journey in detail and learn more about what a recognized service dog is in the Province of British Columbia, Canada.
6 Dec 2021
Dr. Radica Raj: Preventative care, raw fed diets, chiropractic treatments & more! Episode 5.
Dr. Radica Raj started practice as a Veterinarian in general practice but soon embarked on a more fast-paced career in Veterinary Emergency Medicine and Critical Care in Ontario.Within a year of practice in this field she was inspired to start her own emergency facility and subsequently opened a second general practice. While this path provided the stimulus and the challenges she had yearned for, she soon realized that there had to be a better quality of life for terminally-ill patients, for ...
21 Jun 2021
Cindy Hughes: From Thailand to Canada, the rescue of Sweepy. Episode 4.
Cindy Hughes is the owner of Muddy Love Pet Photography. Cindy has loved animals ever since she was a small child.Over the years Cindy has volunteered her time for rescue organizations including the BCSPCA, Best Friends Animal Society and Soi Dogs. Cindy now calls the Sunshine Coast her home and is mom to 3 dogs and a horse. Cindy joins us on this podcast to talk about her brave rescue of a little dog in Thailand whose life she changed by slowly earning his trust and bringing him b...
7 Jun 2021
Shelby Eckford: A candid talk about dog breeding. Episode 3.
Shelby Eckford is the owner of Westbrook Goldens.Westbrook Golden Retrievers is a small home based hobby breeder located on 5 rolling acres in beautiful Langley British Columbia. Their dogs and puppies are raised in their home along side their family. All of the dogs used in their breeding program have their appropriate health clearances, and have obtained their CKC and/or AKC championships. They strive to produce dogs that are exceptional family members but can also excel in other venues suc...
26 Apr 2021
Melissa Major: My journey from positive only to balanced training. Episode 2.
Melissa Major is the host of Housewolves and the owner of BC Westcoast K9 Services. She is a balanced trainer specializing in pet dogs with behavioural issues. Melissa has been working with animals for over 20 years and is based in Langley, British Columbia. This episode walks you through Melissa's journey to becoming a balanced trainer by sharing her 2 biggest failures.
15 Mar 2021
Doug Deacon: Handler, Judge & Trainer discussing balanced training. Episode 1 with Melissa Major
Balanced Training with Doug DeaconSV/CAN Judge Doug Deacon was a founding member of the German Shepherd Schutzhund Club of Canada, which was formed in 1979. He received his SV judge’s license in 1983 and since then he has developed a reputation throughout Canada and the United States for maintaining high standards for working dogs. He has judged the Canadian National Schutzhund Championships on several occasions, the USA Nationals protection phase and the North American Championship twice. He...
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