A Singing Dog?! And Seann Discovers “End Dumps”

This week, the brilliant Alex Lowe joins us - and brings one of the most unbelievable dog stories we’ve ever heard.His rescue dog Millie doesn’t just chase squirrels… she climbs trees. 30 foot ones. We also hear about life at home with Millie, her dog song, and the slightly chaotic reality of working from home with a very needy pup.Elsewhere, there’s the near-disastrous Juniper and the Toblerone incident, some genuinely useful dog training wins, and Jack delivers a hauntingly accurate rendition of the old Toblerone advert.Oh, and Sean records the intro from a car in Piccadilly Circus. Obviously.The dog-chocolate calculator: https://dog-chocolate-calculator.vets-now.com/Become part of our "Off The Lead" Pack on Patreon: patreon.com/omdpodSee Seann live: seannwalsh.comSee Jack at the Palladium: jackdeecomedy.comJoin more than 185,000 people in signing the petition to shut down MBR Acres: https://act.animalrising.org/shut_down_mbr_acresEmail us: [email protected]'t forget to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SIGN UP TO OUR NEWSLETTER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: http://tiny.cc/pjwu001Follow us on IG: @omdpod @juniperomd @thecampbeagle @animal.rising00:00 Intro from Seann in Piccadilly Circus00:15 What’s coming up with Alex Lowe00:30 Sean locked out of his house and everyone's involved02:10 The rusty key safe problem03:00 Behind the scenes “slick podcast” joke04:10 Mildred meets a Dachshund at the café05:10 Sudden dog standoff and near fight07:00 Dog dominance and lap height theory08:00 Mildred barking training breakthrough09:00 Simon’s tip explained10:00 Juniper’s “guarding Bedford” behaviour11:30 Dolly getting older concerns12:30 Night-time anxiety and eyesight worries13:40 Idea for a night light fix15:40 Juniper eats Toblerone 16:30 The chocolate toxicity panic17:20 Emergency vet visit and induced sickness18:20 Cost, insurance and aftermath19:30 DCI Seann Walsh investigates20:00 Jack performs the Toblerone advert21:00 How Toblerone got its name24:20 Patreon.com/omdpod - Off The Lead24:30 Introducing Alex Lowe25:00 Alex meets the team25:30 Meet Millie the rescue dog26:30 What breed mix is Millie27:30 Alex’s first family dog Rollo28:30 Coming late to dog ownership30:30 Millie climbs trees 31:30 How high she actually goes32:30 Millie and squirrels33:30 Getting up and down the tree34:20 Dog voices and Alex’s song35:30 Millie demanding attention while Alex works from home 36:50 Spectral Intercourse tour chat37:30 Does Millie miss Alex on tour38:30 Anxiety licking and vet concerns39:30 Why Millie can’t travel with him40:30 Dogs on the bed debate41:00 Does Millie kiss Alex on the mouth41:40 Clinton Baptiste at home42:30 Outro and reflections43:00 Signing off

This week on Bark Back...An incredible 11-year-old listener Poppy raises money for dogs in need (and sends Sara flowers!), Liv introduces us to her three-dog household including a genuinely iconic singing pup, and Seann FINALLY learns what the end of a supermarket aisle is called.Plus we get into dog voice notes, Mildred vs the postman, and how piano music can actually calm your dog.Become part of our "Off The Lead" Pack on Patreon: patreon.com/omdpodSee Seann live: seannwalsh.comSee Jack at the Palladium: jackdeecomedy.comJoin more than 185,000 people in signing the petition to shut down MBR Acres: https://act.animalrising.org/shut_down_mbr_acresEmail us: [email protected]'t forget to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SIGN UP TO OUR NEWSLETTER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: http://tiny.cc/pjwu001Follow us on IG: @omdpod @juniperomd @thecampbeagle @animal.rising00:00 Welcome to Bark Back01:00 Poppy’s marathon and surprise flowers01:35 Poppy’s voice note02:20 What the PDSA does03:20 Sean’s supermarket end of aisle confusion continues04:00 The answer “end dump”05:05 Liv’s three dogs introduced06:50 Dog voice voice note08:00 Iconic Ollie -the singing dog moment08:40 Mildred vs the postman09:50 Do dogs like music10:40 Piano music to calm dogs11:25 Patreon.com/omdpod and the lamp saga13:30 Dog training tip that works14:20 How to travel abroad with dogs15:20 Final thoughts and more singing dogs please#OhMyDogPod #BarkBack #DogPodcast #FunnyPodcast #DogLovers #PetStories #SingingDog #DogVoice #PodcastClips #UKPodcasts #ComedyPodcast #DogLife #PetParents #DogsOfInstagram #ListenerEpisode #PDSA

⚠️ Note: This episode contains discussion of animal testing which may not be suitable for younger listeners.This week, we’re joined by Animal Rising activists Rose Patterson and Nathan McGovern, who share the story behind the rescue of beagle puppies from MBR Acres in December 2022, and the court cases that followed.It’s a powerful and emotional conversation about what they witnessed, why they took action, and what happened when they were put on trial.Plus, Sean’s Good Morning Britain appearance doesn’t quite go to plan, Juniper has an unfortunate run-in with nettles, and Jack samples something he probably shouldn’t…Become part of our Off The Lead Pack on Patreon: patreon.com/omdpodSee Seann live: seannwalsh.comSee Jack at the Palladium: jackdeecomedy.comJoin more than 185,000 people in signing the petition to shut down MBR Acres: https://act.animalrising.org/shut_down_mbr_acresEmail us: [email protected]'t forget to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SIGN UP TO OUR NEWSLETTER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: http://tiny.cc/pjwu001Follow us on IG: @omdpod @juniperomd @thecampbeagle @animal.rising00:00 Welcome to the show00:30 Listener warning: sensitive content01:00 Seann on Good Morning Britain02:05 Richard Madeley pulls a Madeley06:10 Juniper vs nettles10:00 Mildred, Wylda and dog behaviour12:40 Dolly’s health update15:10 Dog Easter treats and Jack taste test18:30 Introducing Rose and Nathan20:00 What is Animal Rising21:15 Discovering the beagle testing industry22:00 What the dogs are used for23:50 Government response and animal testing25:50 The night of the rescue mission 29:00 First moments with the beagles30:00 Being caught and losing the beagle they named Love33:30 Police interaction and arrest36:00 The trial and verdicts40:30 The future of animal testing44:30 Global movement and US rescue plans with Rose's husband Wayne Hsiung45:30 We meet Rose's dog Ollie47:00 Post-interview reflections#OhMyDog #AnimalRising #BeagleRescue #DogPodcast #AnimalWelfare #PodcastUK #JackDee #SeannWalsh #DogLovers #RescueDogs #animaltesting #RosePatterson #NathanMcGovern

This week’s Bark Back is exactly why we love your messages…We’ve got a full update on the ketchup vs fox poo experiment (mixed results 😅), how Simon is helping so many of you, dogs drinking puddles, bird baths… and only filtered water?! Plus Seann discovers he may have been calling Dachshunds the wrong name… for quite some time.Become part of the Off The Lead Pack on Patreon: patreon.com/omdpodSee Seann live: seannwalsh.comSee Jack at the Palladium: jackdeecomedy.comJoin more than 180,000 people in signing the petition to shut down MBR Acres: https://act.animalrising.org/shut_down_mbr_acresEmail us: [email protected]'t forget to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SIGN UP TO OUR NEWSLETTER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: http://tiny.cc/pjwu001Follow us on IG: @omdpod @juniperomd @thecampbeagle @animal.rising00:00 Intro00:29 Ketchup vs fox poo experiment update01:48 Can you use brown sauce?!02:07 Dog cologne chat03:19 Dogs smelling like their owners03:32 Seann vs “Dachshund” pronunciation 😂04:28 Pepper the rescue dog update & Simon05:47 Training an Irish Wolfhound puppy07:06 Lead pulling & harness tips08:12 Seann gets offended09:15 Blind dog Cora’s amazing story10:42 Chihuahua x Dachshund mix (Poppy)12:05 What’s that mix like personality-wise?13:17 Biscuit’s heart-shaped tongue 🐶14:34 Dogs drinking puddles (and problems)15:05 The bird bath saga15:51 The dog that only drinks filtered water 17:34 Wrapping up your messages18:10 Off The Lead: fruit bowls & nighties… On Patreon now!19:17 Signing off#OhMyDogPodcast #BarkBack #DogPodcast #DogLovers #FunnyPodcast #PetPodcast #DogLife #DogStories #PodcastClips #ComedyPodcast #UKPodcasts #DogOwners #PetLife

April is National Pet Month… which means there’s a lot going on.Seann shares a breakthrough with Mildred’s barking (thank you, Simon!), we debate whether the UK is too dog-friendly (absolutely not), and there’s big news about our brand new Patreon series Off The Lead… We also hear from Jordan at Fetcher Dog, who brings a sobering reality check about stray dogs and rescues in the UK - and why the assumption that every dog finds a home simply isn’t reality.Plus:🐶 National Pet Month🐾 Dog-friendly shops, cafes & chaos in Peter Jones😂 Awkward dog-owner social moments🏆 Selfies for Cinnamon judging duties❤️ An incredible dog rescue story turned into artBecome part of the Off The Lead Pack at Patreon: patreon.com/omdpodSee Seann live: seannwalsh.comSee Jack at the Palladium: jackdeecomedy.comJoin more than 180,000 people in signing the petition to shut down MBR Acres: https://act.animalrising.org/shut_down_mbr_acresEmail us: [email protected]'t forget to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SIGN UP TO OUR NEWSLETTER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: http://tiny.cc/pjwu001Follow us on IG: @omdpod @juniperomd @fetcherdog @thecampbeagle @animal.rising00:00 Welcome to the show00:20 Seann on the mend00:29 Off The Lead (Patreon teaser)01:49 Mildred barking update (it’s working!)03:16 Exercise in the park - when barking becomes a real problem05:21 Juniper’s “greeting bark” explained06:17 New neighbours = new Mildred barking triggers08:22 Seann's neighbour situation update09:18 Awkward dog-walking social moments 10:23 Juniper’s mood & the weather11:05 The BBC posed the question: Are we too dog-friendly in the UK?11:32 Dogs in shops like highstreet stores13:09 Dog-friendly cafes & restaurants15:31 Off The Lead on Patreon16:49 Dog rescue statue story (Kazakhstan)18:53 Greyfriars Bobby story20:25 War memorial for animals23:05 National Pet Month debate24:05 April's Take The Lead challenge for St Mungo’s26:04 Cinnamon Trust awards - we're guest judges!27:58 Voice note from Fetch A Dog (IMPORTANT)31:58 Reaction to the reality of stray dogs33:16 Why knowing the reality is so importan34:59 Laura & Billy’s Bus donation to Fetcher Dog35:32 Outro#OhMyDogPodcast #DogPodcast #DogLoversUK #PetOwnership #DogRescue #AdoptDontShop #FetchADog #DogLife #PetMonth #DogFriendly #UKPodcasts #PodcastClips #ComedyPodcast #ResponsibleOwnership

This week’s Bark Back is full of brilliant messages, lovely recommendations and a lot of love for that Billy’s Bus episode ❤️You’ve been sending in your favourite dog-friendly days out - from wildlife parks to swimming pools for dogs - plus thoughtful takes on dog walkers, routines and everything in between.There’s also a running theme… Seann realising he may have missed some quite special episodes while he was away.Keep your emails, voice notes and suggestions coming, we genuinely love hearing from you - and clearly, so does everyone else!See Seann live: seannwalsh.comSee Jack at the Palladium: jackdeecomedy.comJoin more than 180,000 people in signing the petition to shut down MBR Acres: https://act.animalrising.org/shut_down_mbr_acresEmail us: [email protected]'t forget to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SIGN UP TO OUR NEWSLETTER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: http://tiny.cc/pjwu001Follow us on IG: @omdpod @juniperomd @billysbus @thecampbeagle @animal.rising00:00 Welcome to Bark Back00:28 Listener message + Billy’s Bus love01:43 Donna's billboard design03:41 Mother’s Day gift: tickets to Seann’s show 😂05:03 Dog-friendly day out: Cotswold Wildlife Park06:47 Saltdean Lido - dogs swimming!08:25 Spotify comments: “Get well soon Seann” (mixed energy)09:14 Are some dog walkers… not dog lovers? 10:20 How long can you leave dogs alone?11:14 The good dog walkers appreciation section12:54 Seann’s neighbour drama (and Team Seann rises)14:23 Poisonous plants & dog eating habits 16:06 Dodgy Doogie returns (again not about dogs)17:27 Listeners spreading the pod worldwide 18:05 Listening at work (stockroom vibes 🧦)18:47 Signing off + dont mess with Michelle #OhMyDogPodcast #BarkBack #SeannWalsh #JackDee #DogPodcast #PodcastClips #FunnyPodcast #DogLovers #PetPodcast #ComedyPodcast #ListenerStories #DogLife #PodcastRecommendations #UKPodcasts #BillysBus

Seann’s back from the brink (a sinus infection, but still), Jack’s late, and order is finally restored… sort of.We’re joined by our brilliant dog expert Simon, who tackles everything from Mildred’s barking to what to do (and not to do) when dogs fight - and why training is a life-long commitment. Plus, Sara brings in the unbelievable viral story about seven dogs escaping the illegal meat trade in China - a plot straight of a Pixar film. [Editor's note: this was the breaking story at the time of recording, it transpires the dogs could have been following a German Shepherd in heat and were not stolen. The Corgi did still apparently lead the dogs home]Also featuring: one very proud lightbulb purchase.Join more than 180,000 people in signing the petition to shut down MBR Acres: https://act.animalrising.org/shut_down_mbr_acresSee Seann live: seannwalsh.comSimon Parry-Moreno, our dog expert: dbtherapy.co.ukEmail us: [email protected]'t forget to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SIGN UP TO OUR NEWSLETTER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: http://tiny.cc/pjwu001Follow us on IG: @omdpod @juniperomd @dognitive.behaviour @thecampbeagle @animal.risingGo to our website for more: omdpod.com00:00 Intro and Jack is late00:30 Seann's BACK (and milking it) 02:30 The sinus infection that nearly ended it all 05:00 Ambulance drama & heat rash chaos 09:30 The lightbulb saga (10 years in the making) 12:00 Life updates with the dogs 16:30 Mildred’s great garden escape 20:00 The viral story: 7 dogs escape and find their way home 23:30 Simon our dog expert joins with a Strudel update25:00 Why dog training never really stops 28:00 Mildred’s barking problem - what’s actually going on 31:00 How to fix barking (properly) 33:00 How long should you leave a dog alone? 35:00 Listener Beccy's story: when dogs fight (serious) 39:00 What to do in a real dog fight 42:00 Why some dogs just shouldn’t live together 45:00 Rescue dogs: reality vs expectation 46:00 Final thoughts & wrap up #OhMyDogPodcast #DogPodcast #DogAdvice #DogTraining #DogBehaviour #PetPodcast #DogLovers #PodcastClips #SeannWalsh #JackDee #DogExpert #RescueDogs #DogStories #ViralStory #PetLife

Jack Dee and Sara dive into your emails, voice notes and messages in this week’s Bark Back, sharing where you listen - from pottery studios to dog grooming salons, celebrating 11-year-old Poppy’s incredible children's marathon for the PDSA, and unpacking the now-proven tomato ketchup trick for dogs who’ve rolled in something truly awful. There’s also more love for Chris Packham, a brilliant bit of dog science about Basset hound ears, and plenty of listener stories as they keep things ticking along while Seann recovers.Sponsor Poppy: https://www.justgiving.com/page/linda-childs-3?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL&utm_campaign=021Join more than 180,000 people in signing the petition to shut down MBR Acres: https://act.animalrising.org/shut_down_mbr_acresSee Seann live: seannwalsh.comEmail us: [email protected]'t forget to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SIGN UP TO OUR NEWSLETTER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: http://tiny.cc/pjwu001Follow us on IG: @omdpod @juniperomd @billysbus @thecampbeagle @animal.risingGo to our website for more: omdpod.com00:00 Welcome to Bark Back 00:29 Seann’s off – Jack & Sara crack on 00:55 Where you listen: pottery studio 02:07 Dog groomers & dog walkers tuning in 02:52 “Aloha” explained 03:30 Billboard suggestion (Seann on a lead!) 04:12 Poppy’s marathon for PDSA 06:12 Chris Packham episode feedback 07:53 The ketchup trick confirmed 10:04 More ketchup evidence (it really works) 10:38 Freezing dog poo - Jack’s tip 11:20 Winter accidents & Vax lifesaver 12:19 Skunks, tomatoes & extreme solutions 12:55 Basset hound ears explained 14:11 Dachshund Museum in Germany 14:53 Travelling abroad with dogs 15:52 Signing off #OhMyDogPodcast #BarkBack #JackDee #SeannWalsh #DogPodcast #DogLoversUK #DogCommunity #PetParents #DogLife #PodcastUK #ComedyPodcast #DogTips #PetCare #PDSA #ChrisPackham #DogFacts #DachshundLove #BassetHound #DogStories

Jack and Sara (no Seann, he's ill) are joined by Laura Mohan, the founder of Billy’s Bus - the UK’s first dog bus, inspired by her Cavapoo Billy. What began as a search for better care for her own dog has grown into a fully customised bus giving dogs social adventures, with carefully matched packs, and huge focus on wellbeing. Laura explains how it works, as well as the unexpected impact it’s having on the wider community through volunteering and connection. There’s also a message from Mildred Barrett in Seann's absence, an update on Juniper and Dolly, and all the usual dog chat as they hold the fort while Seann recovers.Join more than 180,000 people in signing the petition to shut down MBR Acres: https://act.animalrising.org/shut_down_mbr_acresSee Seann LIVE: Seannwalsh.comBillysbus.co.ukEmail us: [email protected]'t forget to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SIGN UP TO OUR NEWSLETTER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: http://tiny.cc/pjwu001Follow us on IG: @omdpod @juniperomd @animal.rising @billysbusGo to our website for more: omdpod.com00:00 No Seann! Jack & Sara kick off the episode 01:35 A letter from Mildred Barrett 03:34 Juniper update & making a new friend 05:27 Do dogs match your lifestyle? 07:47 Dolly, Nellie & dog friendships 08:46 “Chew chess” and clever dogs 09:45 Dachshund and Chihuahua obsessions12:57 Juniper’s weight update 15:28 Animal testing petition update 19:40 Laura Mohan joins the show 23:30 The dubious side dog walking services 25:54 What is Billy’s Bus? 28:45 Building the dog bus 31:05 Matching dogs & behaviour 32:45 The volunteer impact 36:32 Expansion plans 40:47 Media attention & what’s next 41:33 Life with Billy 43:50 Dogs, loneliness & connection 45:48 Do you let your dog kiss you on the mouth? 46:42 Jack & Sara reflect on today's show47:57 Signing off#OhMyDogPodcast #JackDee #SeannWalsh #DogPodcast #DogLovers #BillysBus #DogBus #Cavapoo #DachshundLove #ChihuahuaLife #PodcastClips #DogCommunity #RescueDogs #PetParents #ComedyPodcast #UKPodcasts #DogLife

Would you adopt a dog… with your own name?This week on Bark Back, we hear more about the very real (and very adoptable) Seann Walsh at The Rescue Hotel - and it raises some big questions.Plus, your emails take us from Johannesburg to Western Australia, with stories of runaway dogs, motorbike chases and the songs we sing to them.There’s also an important reminder about what dogs pick up on walks, after a heartbreaking story about secondary poisoning - and why it’s something every owner should be aware of.And Jack ponders why friends named their dog “Jack”, Seann reveals the lamp he's owned that's never had a bulb, and a listener makes a strong case for Sara finally getting on the billboard.Plants that are poisonous to dogs: https://www.bluecross.org.uk/advice/dog/health-and-injuries/spring-plants-poisonous-to-dogsAnimal Poison Line: 01202 509000Join more than 180,000 people in signing the petition to shut down MBR Acres: https://act.animalrising.org/shut_down_mbr_acresSee Seann LIVE: Seannwalsh.comTherescuehotel.com to see Jack, Seann and SaraEmail us: [email protected]'t forget to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SIGN UP TO OUR NEWSLETTER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: http://tiny.cc/pjwu001Follow us on IG: @omdpod @juniperomdGo to our website for more: omdpod.com00:00 Intro00:20 OMD newsletter, billboards & dog emotion poll01:05 “Third anniversary” vs “furred anniversary”…01:40 The rescue dog called Seann Walsh03:00 Would you adopt a dog with your own name?04:00 Jack refuses to accept dogs called “Jack”05:30 Rottweiler puppy Seann and zoomies06:00 Important warning: secondary poisoning on walks08:20 Why you must watch what your dog picks up09:00 Chicken bones, late walks & hidden dangers10:30 Dogs around the world: Johannesburg story11:20 Dog songs (Fergalicious) and motorbike chases12:30 When dogs run off… and chasing them13:50 Mildred tracking Grace like a bloodhound14:40 Toxic plants: what dogs shouldn’t eat15:50 Seann’s lamp with no bulb17:10 Dog-friendly hotel recommendation18:10 Restaurants and dogs19:00 Listener love & billboard debate20:30 Should Sara have been on the billboard?21:00 Signing off#BarkBack #OhMyDogPodcast #JackDee #DogOwners #DogSafety #DogBehaviour #DogStories #DogWalks #Rottweiler #DogLovers #SeannWalsh