Pod on the Dog

Join me on this fabulous record with Costin where we discuss the importance of first impressions, how competing changed Costins view of grooming, his journey of growth from rookie to World winner, the importance of feedback, competing and how England made Costin the groomer he is today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is such a joyful recording, join me on Pod on the dog for this recording with Arisa ThomasWe chat about planning content online and curating your social media page as well as what we post and the reality of our day to day job.Arisa's secret nack for steering your clients hair cut decisions in your direction and avoid having a ‘skullet' situationCreating a working environment in which to thrive.The cost of living crisis and being brave enough to make increases as everything rises around usHow we all have our good grooming days and our bad grooming days as well as ‘those doodles with the straight coat' Is it all groomers who thrive on a last minute deadline? looking over to Japan for inspiration and an educators mindset.Make sure you share Pod on the Dog with a friend, the more you listen the more I keep recording these free educational pods. Thank you to Butternut box for sponsoring Pod on the Dog, Don't forget to use the link butternutbox.com/verityhardcastle for 50% off TWO boxes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you work with dogs in any capacity, even if you are just the guardian of a dog I urge you to listen to this podcast. Plus I have two discount codes for you…This record really may just make you look at your four legged friend differently.Episode 43 of ‘Pod on the Dog' podcast was recorded with Max at MK9 Plus dog training and I have a discount code for you all… for 50% OFF training tutorials on the website MK9plus.com use code: PODONTHEDOGWe chat about dog training the modern way, throwing yourself into your work 1000% and reaping the rewards, always learning being the key to success and importantly an understanding for a dogs mental health. How being a ‘pet' can be an unfulfilling life for many dogs and how giving them a job can improve their wellbeing dramatically. We discuss how enrichment isn't always mentally stimulating, about optimistic and pessimistic dogs and frustration amongst many interesting topics.Thank you to Butternut Box for sponsoring Pod on the Dog. For 50% off their superb food use the link www.butternutbox.com/verityhardcastle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I loved this record with Lisa Hart, we discussed so much, how Lisa juggles her busy week and work load including social media. Her journey from kennel hand, being thrown in the deep end and then remerging as Asian grooming supremo.Lisa give us tips on where to go to improve our Asian styling, and what she likes to see when she's judging the style.I loved finding out about her working trip to Australia and finding out about her exciting new Asian masterclass and Webinar.We talk about groomer nerves, the highs and lows of our jobs and finally how Lisa stays positive.Thank you Butternut Box for sponsoring Pod on the Dog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zoe was one of the first people I met when I embarked on my career as a groomer, we talk about her early start in the wild world of dog hair, about the art of scissoring hair and tips on helping your technique using scissors, the different styles of scissors and their different uses. Zoe explains how understanding structure and balance can really elevate your grooms and how helpful it can be to just rock up to a dog show and watch those beautiful dogs move. 'Its rare to have the ability to really understand shape and structure and also possess a natural aptitude for scissoring at the same time, one of these needs more work than the other'Tips on Bichon Coat maintenance and also advise on how to deal with staining in our white breeds coats.Hope you enjoy x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“You Win Or You Learn”A must listen from the Poodle expert Philip Langdon“you sign up for a Poodle you sign up for work”We talk about so much from Philips transition from horses to dogs, showing afghans to poodles, started out with only knowing an basic lamb trim to honing his skills with 40+ years in grooming and showing.How Philip learned to groom with limited supplies and chemist bought scissors, the early grooming competition days and how he Juggles work, his dogs, showing and traveling. Including Philips training regime for his show dogs, show condition is so important, its not just about the hair.We discuss understanding the need for mental stimulation in our dogs as well as looking at trims across the globe, the importance of learning the confirmation and having a good maintenance routine.Tips on all sorts including wrapping a coat to finding the right products for your dogs coat.I hope you love this episode as much as I did making it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What exactly is Reiki?What's your business USP?Perhaps Reiki is something you could do for your health, for your dogs health or for the dogs you are working with.It can be done at the same time as you are working away without even costing you time, it could be an amazing side hustle for your business or what a fabulous unique selling point, what makes your different.Take 30 mins to learn more about this ancient heeling therapy from an expert, how it can help you and our 4 legged pals and I hope you get the Reiki bug like I have.I have a code for you too if its something you are interested in pursuing…VERITY20Listen to Reiki Master Rob Fellows who specialises in Reiki for pets talk about how you could harness the power of Reiki to elevate your life.How rob helped his own dogs arthritis through this natural healing and other amazing stories about this complimentary therapy we all have the ability to harness.Visit www.robfellowsreiki.com and use discount code VERITY20Rob also has an in person Reiki level 1 class in Yorkshire on the 4th September.I hope you enjoy this record.Pod on the Dog has been brought to you by Butternut Box, a nutritious and simple way of feeding your dog naturally… follow the link in my bio for discount. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this podcast I'm delighted to be joined by grooming legends Sue Zecco and Jay Scruggs, all the way from Massachusetts and Tennessee, apologies for any distorted audio, it was very much a pod on the go as Jay and Sue were busy working.We discuss a smorgasbord of topics from education, keeping things fresh and find out a bit more about the minds behind Super Styling Sessions. I hope you enjoy this record as much as I did making it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join me for Part 2 with Nicola Kazan, talking about mindset, how she went from grooming van to multi staff salon, scaling up and growing in confidence. We discuss pricing within the grooming sector and knowing your worth, also how you work out your price per hour and quality vs quantity.Burn out is so much discussed and Nicola talks about her burn out and how she turned a negative into a positive.How to fight your subconscious mind and knowing its ok to sometimes say no.The amazing side hustles of the groomer, we all have a hustle in us.Working with inposter syndrome and understanding its all about energy, from passing on compliments and a top lesson from my Mama.Good vibes only, I hope you love this uplifting record Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join me in Part One of this recording for some business incites from Nicola Kazan. We talk about being a groomer, and what it entails, how we have to be not just a creative but understand customer service and all that running a business entails. We discuss social media and how that can benefit your business and add value to you and what I certainly struggle with- how to use socials...Finding your unique angle, your USP,  the importance of planning content, how to use stories and what actually is a call to action?Hope you enjoy this record, Please rate and subscribe x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So gorgeous talking to the lovely Elizabeth Gibbs on Pod on the Dog, we discuss how lots of losses equal wins, The Bichon and how showing can help you improve your stying and watching a haircut on the move. Keeping dogs in coat, channelling your competitive streak and Elizabeths journey into the profession. I hope you enjoy this record as much as I did. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Pod on the Dog I speak to Stefan Gates, TV star and author of the fabulous new book Dogology, I loved this record with this fountain of fascinating facts. We talk about his writing journey, all about Dogology and debunk some of the questions asked in the book, such as whether dogs need other dogs, Why do dogs poop facing North and do dogs feel guilt? Delving a little deeper into the man behind the book, getting into TV work and writing a book it makes for an interesting, funny and educational podcast. Please don't forget to rate, subscribe and review to Pod on the Dog and thank you so much for listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When two Yorkshire minds meet. A really great record live from Julians vet practice in Yorkshire, I chat with the fabulous Julian Norton about how he lets off steam in what is well documented as a stressful profession. I find out about the many talents of Julian, including his record breaking rowing and iron man challenges to his live in conversation sessions.Finding out what makes great TV, working with Channel 5 and being a published author.We chat about everything from the changing health of our dogs internally and externally, obesity and cancer in dogs to the pull of green spaces, Yorkshire and being proud of your achievements.Hope you love this record as much as I did  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Informal and education dog chat with Anders Rosell, talking about the evolution of trimming, inspiration, scandinavian trimming, whats next for trimming styles, exceptional handling, handling different breeds, Poodles, grooming routine, analysing structure, choosing the dog right dog for competition, Anders plans for 2021/22 and  all things Miniature Poodles  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Big thank you to Natural Instinct for sponsoring this episode of Pod on the DogI am talking with Mr Zen, The pied piper of dogs, Lakhi about Pooch Perfect, The importance of calm and maintaining a long silky coat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This episode I'm taking with the actor and groomer Stuart Simons on Springer Spaniels, Early dog memories, Jumping up, Colouring a dog safely, Combating stale mate at work Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This week I am talking with Joanne Angus of Look North grooming and training, We are discussing the new Groom Team England, Getting back to basics and the importance of routine. Business tips for a dog related business. Our fave products and Hot farmers And don't miss the quick fire round at the end.Enjoy x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Verity Hardcastle's 'POD ON THE DOG' - S 1 E3: Georgia Fuller Join me this week to discuss the Bichon Frise, why they are shameless poopers, Instagram tips, Finding a grooming school and again we answer your doggy dilemmas so keep sending them in. PLEASE RATE AND SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW @verityhardcastle  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Verity Hardcastle's 'POD ON THE DOG' - S1 E2: Lois Dalton, Join me for this episode talking all things Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers, grooming from home, holiday destinations, how to start out showing a dog and again we will answer your dog dilemmas from one pet professional to another. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Verity Hardcastle's 'POD ON THE DOG' - S1 E1: Fiona Bruce Join me this week with the Sassy Scot, Fiona Bruce, talking all things Poodles, Bernese Mountain Dogs and answering your questions over a glass of wine.Please Subscribe and ReviewSales, advertising and general enquiries:verityhardcastle@yahoo.comSeries SynopsisPod on the Dog sees Verity having a fun and laid back chat with inspirational dog admirers, I find out about their history with dogs and the journey they have been on. We will become agony aunts and try and answer your dog problems from our experiences.Breeds in Focus, each episode will look into a breed of dog, the history, what they are like to live with from someone who really knows the breed. The show wraps up with a quick fire, No Bull round of questions. I hope if you have a tail its wagging in anticipation. “Pod on the Dog is escapism, whether you are out walking your dog, grooming your dog or cleaning your house, these are my favourite turn a podcast on moments, to take me away and envelope me into podcast chat. Encompassing all the best things, friendly chat, dogs, dogs, dog chat and education. Have a listen, this will make you smile”VERITY HARDCASTLE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.