Best Louis Jasper Podcasts (2025)

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Canicross Story: Sarah and Jasper (Episode 188) 27:31

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In this episode, Michelle and Louise chat to Sarah about discovering the joy of canicross with her rescue dog Jasper. This is a feel-good episode that reminds us why we love the sport and the community so much.Follow @adventuredog.jasper on InstagramBy Michelle Mortimer and Louise Humphrey

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Keeping your dog in peak condition with Dorwest (Episode 187) 47:08

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In this episode of Canicross Conversations, Michelle and Louise chat to Jo from Dorwest, a leading natural pet supplement company with a deep history in herbal care. Jo shares the Dorwest journey, how their products support active dogs, and offers practical, evidence-based advice on keeping your canicross companion healthy. Listeners will gain insi…

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ICF World Championships 2025: Jamie Stevenson (Episode 186) 53:57

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In this episode, Michelle and Louse chat to Jamie Stevenson, with a focus on the ICF World Championships last month, and his role in the BSSF as monosports rep. Listen for behind‑the‑scenes insight into how the International Canicross Federation (ICF) World Championships work — from selection via the British Sleddog Sports Federation (BSSF), to the…

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Trail Shoe Spotlight: VJ Shoes, Tony Leonard (Episode 185) 47:13

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In this episode of Canicross Conversations, Louise and Michelle welcome Tony Leonard of Shoes to talk about the brand’s growing connection with the canicross community. Tony shares his journey from competitive running to sports‑industry marketing and shoe development, explaining how VJ evolved from orienteering and fell shoes, into making models th…

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Canicross Story: Leasa, Biscuit and Barley (Episode 184) 33:43

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In this episode, Louise and Michelle are joined by Leasa, who tells us about her two whippets, Barley and Biscuit, as they have discovered the world of canicross over the last 18 months. Leasa used to avoid sport altogether, but a simple Instagram reel introduced her into the warm‑hearted fold of a local canicross club, where encouragement and comm…

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Canicross Story: Brigid and Corvo (Episode 183) 48:36

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Michelle and Louise are joined by Brigid, a relatively new canicross enthusiast based in Ireland, who shares her journey with her Border Collie, Corvo. Brigid adopted Corvo - her first dog - during lockdown, and soon discovered the demands of a high‑energy collie. She found her way into the canicross community, but then tragedy struck .... Corvo wa…

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Ask The Expert: Dog Grooming for Canicrossers (Episode 182) 47:17

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In this episode, Louise and Michelle are joined by Anna Pollard of The Dog House Canine Spa in Leicestershire to explore how best to care for your dog’s coat, especially when you’re into canicross and other active dog sports. Anna shares her insights from years of grooming experience, explaining why proper maintenance of the coat and skin isn't jus…

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Canicross Story: Ray and her rescue pack (Episode 181) 43:18

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In this episode, Michelle and Louise chat with Ray, a canicross enthusiast with a pack of rescue dogs. Ray shares her journey from returning to the UK after seven years abroad, feeling isolated and looking for a way to connect socially and physically. She found the sport of canicross through her local club (Tees Valley Canicross), which offered bot…

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Ask the Expert: Renee McGregor (Episode 180) 1:09:57

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Michelle and Louise chat to sports dietitian and author Renee McGregor about how to optimise fuelling across life stages - especially during perimenopause and after menopause - while also unpacking RED‑S, carbohydrate myths, and sensible supplement use. Renee acknowledges how little conversation there has historically been about female hormonal tra…

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Canicross Story: Lauren and Pip (Episode 179) 50:07

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In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat to Lauren. Lauren recounts how her 'failed' sheepdog Pip came into her life at 13 months old, having never truly bonded with farm work, and how the two forged an extraordinary connection in a family environment. From tentative first nights indoors, to running together in canicross, Lauren shares how this st…

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Canicross Story: Becky, Lexi and Bronson (Episode 177) 42:03

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In today's canicross story, we chat to Becky about how she tried canicross after her working dogs didn't really enjoy gundog training, and now she's hooked! Becky chats to us about how she started out with free running, experimenting with gundog training tools (like whistle recall), and the moment she realised what canicross was all about. She refl…

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Ask The Expert: Rùn Dog Food and Dr Jacqueline Boyd (Episode 178) 1:07:22

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In this insightful episode of Canicross Conversations, hosts Michelle and Louise are joined by Lucy Millar, founder of Rùn Dog Food, and Dr Jacqueline Boyd, an animal scientist and canine nutrition consultant. Together, they delve into the world of performance nutrition for active dogs, demystifying cold-pressed food, fuelling strategies, and how t…

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Canicross Story: Claire, Pip and Ivy (Episode 176) 41:44

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In this episode of Canicross Conversations, Louise and Michelle are joined by Claire, better known as @theyorkshirewhippets on Instagram. Claire shares her upside-down journey into the world of canicross when a friend convinced her to enter a race with her whippet, Pip. From her early days of social running, to training for her first half marathon,…

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Nicky Edwards: Running with Multiple Sclerosis (Episode 175) 54:41

3M ago54:41

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In this episode, Louise and Michelle catch up again with physio and ultrarunner Nicky Edwards about her recent diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis and how she's adapting her training to achieve her ultimate goal of UTMBBy Michelle Mortimer and Louise Humphrey

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Ask The Expert (Holly Barker): Sport Dog Nutrition (Episode 174) 1:22:38

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In this episode, Michelle and Louise chat to sports dog nutritionist Holly Barker for her no nonsense advice on feeding your dog. Holly shares her journey from serving as a medic in the RAF, through mental health nursing, to becoming an evidence-based practitioner focused on canine nutrition. She outlines how she educated herself in the absence of …

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Summer Break (Episode 173) 13:20

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In this special summer‑'paws' episode, hosts Louise Humphrey and Michelle Mortimer share a friendly, warm chat instead of their usual guest interview. They reflect on recent adventures (including Trail Dog UK’s dog & wellness festival and holiday escapades), explain why they’re taking a break over summer, and give a peek at what’s coming up when th…

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Canicross Story - Sam (Episode 172) 40:02

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Another of our inspiring Canicross Stories. Please do leave us a review and share our podcast with your dog friends.By Michelle Mortimer and Louise Humphrey

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Ask The Expert (Zoe Gow): How Hypnotherapy Could Help Your Running (Episode 171) 47:13

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In this episode, Michelle and Louise welcome Zoe Gow from Mindspace Journey to delve into how clinical hypnotherapy can strengthen the mind–body bond for runners, with a special nod to the unique connection between runners and their dogs. Zoe shares her personal journey from discovering hypnotherapy in the pandemic to training as a clinical hypnoth…

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Ask The Expert (Professor Dawn Carnes): Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Episode 170) 49:42

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In this episode, Michelle Mortimer and Louise Humphrey welcome Professor Dawn Carnes, an expert in musculoskeletal health and chronic pain psychology. Dawn introduces a cognitive-behavioural approach to help runners and canicrossers break through mental barriers. She explains how thoughts, emotions and behaviours are interconnected and offers pract…

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Canicross Story: Matthew Powell (Episode 169) 36:33

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In this episode of Canicross Conversations, Louise and Michelle welcome rising star Matt Powell, a 16-year-old who is already a British, European, and World Champion in canicross. As if that weren’t impressive enough, Matt has Key takeaways Matt discovered canicross at 12 and quickly rose to the top of junior ranks. He runs with two dogs and adapts…

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Cani-Sports Spotlight - My First Bikejor Race: Ryan McKee (Episode 168:) 58:11

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In this episode of Canicross Conversations, hosts Michelle and Louise chat to guest Ryan McKee about the world of bikejor. Ryan shares how he was first an ultra‑endurance mountain biker, taking a break from the sport due to burnout. His love for mountain biking reignited after adopting Rhubarb, their enthusiastic Hungarian Vizsla. What started as a…

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A catch up with the BSSF: Howard Clark (Episode 167) 34:19

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Louise and Michelle catch up with BSSF Vice-President Howard Clark once again, to see how last season went, and what the future holds for canicross in the UK. Listen to our last chat with Howard in Episode 85By Michelle Mortimer and Louise Humphrey

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Canicross Story: Hannah, Fredrick and Royston (Episode 166) 50:29

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Dog selfies? Instagram and TikTok stars Fredrick and Royston, Golden Retriever brothers, are experts at them. We chat to their owner Hannah all about her Goldie social media stars.By Michelle Mortimer and Louise Humphrey

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Marshalling at a Canicross Race: Belle McIntosh, Canicross Midlands (Episode 165) 40:47

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In today's episode we're joined by Belle from Canicross Midlands, who talks us through the rewards of marshalling at canicross racesBy Michelle Mortimer and Louise Humphrey

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RED-S: A personal perspective with Tamara Beach (Episode 164) 40:44

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In this deeply insightful episode of Canicross Conversations, hosts Louise Humphrey and Michelle Mortimer are joined once again by canicrosser and endurance athlete Tamara Beach to shine a spotlight on RED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport). Returning after her first appearance in Episode 133, Tamara shares her personal journey through recogni…

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Connect and Paws: Georgie and Katie (Episode 163) 32:50

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In this special episode of Canicross Conversations, hosts Louise and Michelle welcome back two popular guests: Georgie Lambert from Nonstop Dogwear and Katie Kirkup, founder of Trail Dog Events. Together, they unveil an exciting new venture: "Connect and Paws"—a human and dog wellness weekend set against the breath-taking backdrop of Druridge Bay, …

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Book Series - Ultra Women by Lily Canter and Emma Wilkinson (Episode 162) 49:32

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Louise and Michelle chat to journalists Lily Canter and Emma Wilkinson about their new book Ultra WomenBy Michelle Mortimer and Louise Humphrey

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My First Canicross Race: Sarah Stokes (Episode 161) 39:10

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Sarah Stokes shares her first experience of racing with Louise and Michelle in this episodeBy Michelle Mortimer and Louise Humphrey

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Bournemouth Canicross (Episode 160) 50:46

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Louise and Michelle chat to Gabby, one of the co-founders of Bournemouth Canicross about how their community has grown over the last four years since the group was first formed. It’s an uplifting, positive episode about the power of community.By Michelle Mortimer and Louise Humphrey

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Trooper: Life as a Tri-Paw (Episode 159) 37:08

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In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat to Morag, a trustee of Lincs Dobermann Rescue about her experience of rehoming Dobies, and her 'failed foster' with tri-paw Trooper. We hear all about Trooper's amputation and rehabilitation, proof that amputation is not the end, and can often be the start of a new life for many dogs like Trooper. https://d…

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Mental Health and Autism Assistance Dogs (Episode 158) 48:25

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Louise and Michelle chat to Gemma Knott at RAD Assistance Dogs. RAD provides specialised assistance dog training to UK clients living with Mental Health Disabilities and/or Autism to become qualified handlers of their own assistance dogs. In this episode we chat to Gemma about what makes a good assistance dog, and also the disability laws the publi…

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Ask the Expert: Hannah Capon on Canine Arthritis (Episode 157) 1:03:01

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Louise and Michelle chat to vet Hannah Capon about certain breeds' predisposition to canine arthritis, how we can prevent it, how to diagnose it and treatments.By Michelle Mortimer and Louise Humphrey

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Book Series - Canicross for Fitness and Fun by Emily Thomas (Episode 156) 37:50

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In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat to Emily Thomas about her new book Canicross for Fitness and FunBy Michelle Mortimer and Louise Humphrey

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Canicross Story: Fran Hannemann (Episode 155) 40:02

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In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat to Fran Hannemann about how canicross fits into her home boarding and dog walking business, and her adventures with her three dogs.By Michelle Mortimer and Louise Humphrey

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Elli Hikes tackles the Winter Spine Race (Episode 154) 45:26

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In this episode we catch up with previous guest Elli, who was halfway through hiking the entire length of Britain with her dog Otto when we chatted to her in episode 68. We find out how the rest of her epic hike went, and chat to her about her recent attempt to complete the Spine Race Challenger South, a 108 mile challenge where she faced knee deep…

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Banjo, a very special dog (Episode 153) 35:13

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Banjo was a rescue dog who was adopted by a (non-running) family, but when he escaped on his first day in his new home, fate intervened to introduce him to the canicross community, where he became a very well-loved character. We chat to his family and friends about their favourite memories of him.By Michelle Mortimer and Louise Humphrey

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Mynydd Sled Dog Adventures (Episode 152) 45:41

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In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat to Joe Swiffen from Mynydd Sled Dog Adventures about the challenges of setting up her husky sled dog adventure trails business in Wales during COVID. Joe is also doing great work with her Junior Sled Dog Sports Academy. We also learn A LOT about husky breeds. https://mynyddsleddogadventures.com/…

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Canicross Story: Sara and Logan (Episode 151) 35:44

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We love bringing you canicross stories from our community, and in this episode Louise and Michelle chat to Sara McCarthy about how her second canicross season with her 'rocket dog' spaniel Logan is going. Sara has thrown herself into many cani-sports so far, to keep her working cocker spaniel Logan engaged and well exercised. We chat about their fi…

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Ask the Expert (Podiatrist): Looking after your feet (Episode 150) 50:44

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In this episode, Louise and Michelle quiz podiatrist Kate Hammond about all those things you've always wanted to ask about looking after your feet, but have been too embarrassed or squeamish to ask. We cover: What size shoes to buy Does gait analysis matter? Socks Blister prevention and treatment Athlete's foot Losing a toenail Plantar fasciitis It…

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Canicross Story: This Spotty Dog Runs (Episode 149) 44:16

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In this episode, Louise and Michelle catch up with Duncan and Dizzy the Dalmatian about what they've been up to since we last spoke 2 years ago! There's also a new greyster, Peggy, in the family! YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/@thatspottydogruns Instagram: @thatspottydogruns You can listen to the previous episode with Duncan here: https://www.can…

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Lookback with Menopause expert Karen Weir (Episode 148) 12:12

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In today's special episode, we're diving back into an insightful chat we had with Karen Weir, an expert in menopause and strength and conditioning. This clip, recorded in March 2023 explores how the natural changes in our bodies during menopause affect our running. Karen breaks down the physical shifts we experience and offers advice on the way we …

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Dressing your dog right: Deep dive with Non-Stop Dogwear (Episode 147) 37:43

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In this weeks episode we chat to Georgie Lambert from Non-Stop Dogwear about dog coats when and why we should use them. From snow, rain and racing we chat which coats work and why.By Michelle Mortimer and Louise Humphrey

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Canicross Story: Beckey and Agatha (Episode 146) 42:03

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In a new canicross story, Michelle and Louise chat to guest Beckey about running, racing and wild swimming with her lab AgathaBy Michelle Mortimer and Louise Humphrey

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Our favourite canicross stories (Episode 145) 26:49

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In the final episode of 2024, Louise and Michelle take a look back at some of their favourite canicross stories of the podcast. What's yours?By Michelle Mortimer and Louise Humphrey

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Cani-Sports Spotlight: Mantrailing (Episode 144) 48:27

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In this episode, Louise and Michelle chat to Lisa from Mantrailing Global all about this exciting and accessible canine activity. Mantrailing is a sport teaching dogs to find people by following their unique scent trail. All dog's have a natural ability to hunt and mantrailing provides them with an outlet to do this in a safe, controlled and constr…

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Christmas dog safety: food dangers and stress-free advice (Episode 143) 17:54

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In this Christmas-themed episode, Louise and Michelle tackle the challenges of keeping dogs safe and happy during the festive season, and chat about two important episodes they recorded last year: Episode 91: Ask the Vet – Christmas Food Dangers for Dogs Vet Nick discusses the biggest food-related hazards for dogs at Christmas. From toxic foods lik…

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Book Series: Must-read books for runners, dog lovers, and adventurers (Episode 142) 29:54

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The festive season is here, and what better way to celebrate than with a collection of inspiring reads? 🎄📚 In Episode 142 of Canicross Conversations, we’re revisiting some of the most memorable books featured on the podcast. From captivating memoirs and training guides, to cookbooks and stories of resilience, these books offer something for everyon…

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Book Series: Training a Mountain Rescue Search Dog: Paul Besley (Episode 141) 1:14:04

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In today's fascinating episode, Louise and Michelle chat to writer Paul Besley all about his experiences of finding and training his Mountain Rescue Search Dog, Scout. It's a fascinating episode full of insights into training a working dog, and the human-dog bond. Paul's book, The Search: The life of a mountain rescue search dog team is out now…

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Michelle and Poppy sign up for a canicross race: Meet the RD, and quiz Team Hounds for race tips (Episode 140) 45:21

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Those regular listeners amongst you will know the running joke that Michelle has never participated in a canicross race with her dog Poppy. She has finally found a brand new event close to her, and on this episode quizzes Trail Blazing Events Director Richard McQuilton-Morgan all about the race. It will be the first canicross event Richard has host…