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The Resident Wild

by Kim Ellis and Neri Karazija · English · Tech & Science

The Resident Wild Podcast explores the deeper connection between humans and dogs—beyond surface-level behaviour and into understanding, energy, and instinct. Hosted by Neri of Dog Whispering in Australia and Kim of The Wolf and Dog Development Centre in the UK, we come together as a team to share ou

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New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 39 min
Latest: 12 Oct 2026
Language: English

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12 Oct 2026 · 35 minNew

Episode 25: 25 Episodes Later… What's Next?

For our Season One finale, we're throwing out the usual format. No listener question, no Advice Given Online , no Debunk a Myth —just Kim and Neri having a relaxed (and possibly slightly chaotic) chat about the first season of The Resident Wild . We're looking back at our favourite conversations, guests, myths, ridiculous online advice and what 25 episodes have taught us. But more importantly… what's next? We're revealing some big changes for Season Two, including Real Dogs, Real People , new rotating segments and a much bigger role for you—the listeners. 🎙️ We want to hear your voices!…

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5 Oct 2026 · 38 min
Episode 24: Six Questions & a Whole Lot to Unpack!
This week, Kim and Neri tackle six listener questions exploring the little behaviours that can tell us so much about our dogs. From greetings, affection and mysterious shake-offs to a dog who suddenly refuses to move, this episode is all about understanding what our dogs might really be communicating. And in Speak English Proper , things get wonderfully confusing as we discover what everyone calls the end of a loaf of bread—and attempt to explain the very Australian expressions "yeah nah" and "nah yeah"! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1 · E23 · 28 Sep 2026 · 44 min
Episode 23: Why Does My Female Dog Hump?
This week, Kim and Neri are talking all things humping , looking beyond the obvious explanations to explore what might actually be happening for the individual dog. In Advice Given Online , they tackle the claim that a reactive dog simply hasn't seen enough other dogs. Does a dog struggling around other dogs really need more exposure—or could that make things worse? Then, in Debunk a Myth , it's the idea that dogs are naturally conflict avoidant. This conversation takes things back to the true nature of wolves and challenges some of the outdated ideas about wolf behaviour that are still…
S1 · E22 · 21 Sep 2026 · 42 min
Episode 22: Why Is My Dog Chasing Shadows & Reflections?
This week, Kim and Neri answer a listener question about a Kelpie displaying exactly these behaviours and explore what might be happening beneath the surface. In Advice Given Online , they tackle the familiar idea that your dog should sit and wait while you eat first to reinforce who's in charge. Where did this thinking come from, and does it actually make sense to the dog? Then, in Debunk a Myth , they ask what a dog is really communicating when they roll onto their back and expose their belly. Is it always an invitation for a belly rub? And Speak English Proper returns for another round of…
S1 · E21 · 16 Sep 2026 · 42 min
Episode 21: Why Does My Dog Keep Eating Grass?
Why does your dog constantly eat grass when there's seemingly nothing medically wrong? This week, Kim and Neri explore what else might be behind this surprisingly common behaviour and why, as always, it's worth looking a little deeper. In Advice Given Online , they're talking puppy mouthing and biting—why puppies do it and whether some of the advice we're given actually addresses what's happening underneath. Then, in Debunk a Myth , they tackle the belief that dogs protect their humans simply because they love them. It's a lovely idea—but there's a lot more to unpack. And Speak English…
S1 · E20 · 7 Sep 2026 · 35 min
Episode 20: When Your Dog Says "don't Cut my Nails!"
This week, Kim and Neri answer a listener question about a rescue dog who strongly objects to anyone touching their paws. They explore what's happening beneath that reaction and why forcing our way through fear isn't necessarily the answer. In Advice Given Online , they unpack some interesting puppy-picking advice: choose the puppy hiding away from the others because they'll be the quiet, easy one. But what might that behaviour actually be telling us? Then, in Debunk a Myth , they tackle the belief that dogs will simply grow out of being frightened of something. And Speak English Proper…
S1 · E19 · 31 Aug 2026 · 34 min
Episode 19: Can Dogs and Cats Really Live Happily Together?
This week, Kim and Neri answer a listener question about dogs sharing their lives with cats. While neither claims to be a cat behaviour specialist, it leads to a fascinating discussion about relationships between species, individual differences and understanding the dog in front of us. In Advice Given Online , they unpack the advice that dogs shouldn't be allowed to scratch the ground after peeing or pooing. Why do dogs actually do it, and are we misunderstanding yet another perfectly natural behaviour? Then, in Debunk a Myth , they tackle the enormous statement that "dogs always want to…
S1 · E18 · 24 Aug 2026 · 43 min
Episode 18: When Your Dog Is Scared of the Vet
This week, Kim and Neri are joined by Saskia from the Netherlands , a veterinarian who has been learning the Wolfie Way, to answer a listener question about a dog who really struggles with veterinary visits. Together, they explore what the experience can look like from the dog's perspective, why some dogs find the veterinary environment so difficult, and how understanding their emotional experience can change the way we approach their care. In Debunk a Myth , Saskia joins the conversation about the belief that some breeds simply can't be trusted , leading to a fascinating discussion about…
S1 · E17 · 17 Aug 2026 · 31 min
Why Does My Dog Choose Someone Else?
This week, Kim and Neri answer a heartfelt listener question about why dogs sometimes naturally gravitate towards one person in the household—and why it really isn't personal. In Advice Given Online , we challenge the idea that "a tired dog is a happy dog" and that exercise can fix behavioural problems. In Debunk a Myth , we ask whether dogs really need another dog to be happy. And Speak English Proper returns with a very ordinary piece of equipment that apparently has a completely different name depending on which side of the world you're standing! 🐾 Because when we stop asking, "How do I…
S1 · E16 · 10 Aug 2026 · 34 min
Episode 16 - Bringing Home a Puppy – What Happens to Your Existing Dog?
In Episode 16 of Resident Wild , Kim and Neri answer a listener question from Katie in Melbourne about introducing a puppy into a family that already has a dog. It's a situation many families experience, but bringing a puppy home can change far more than just the number of dogs in the house. We explore the changing family dynamic, the existing dog's relationship with their humans, the puppy's development, and why simply expecting the dogs to "work it out" can miss some very important pieces of the puzzle. In Advice Given Online , we unpack the increasingly common advice to make dogs "work"…
S1 · E15 · 3 Aug 2026 · 36 min
Episode 15: Why Dogs Sniff Everything
Should your dog be paying attention to you... or to the world around them?This week on Resident Wild, Kim and Neri answer a listener question from Elle in Scotland, who wonders why her dog spends so much time sniffing on walks instead of focusing on her. Together, they explore why sniffing is one of the most important ways dogs experience the world, what they're actually learning through their noses, and why allowing dogs to gather information can play an important role in their emotional wellbeing.In Advice Given Online, they unpack the increasingly common claim that dogs can have autism.…
S1 · E14 · 27 Jul 2026 · 28 min
Episode 14: Loyal... or Anxious?
If your dog follows you everywhere, is it a sign of love—or could it be something else?In this episode of Resident Wild, Kim and Neri answer a listener question about a Border Collie that never leaves its owner's side. Whether it's moving from room to room or stopping the moment their owner stops, the behaviour raises an important question: is this simply loyalty, or could anxiety be playing a role?Together, they explore how looking beyond the behaviour itself can help us better understand what our dogs are actually experiencing, and why context is everything when interpreting behaviours…
20 Jul 2026 · 41 min
Episode 13: Do Dogs Lie? Do dogs actually lie or are we completely misunderstanding their behaviour?
This week on Resident Wild, Kim and Neri are joined by comedian and all-round legend Bradford Oakes, co-host of the podcast Fool Me Twice with Steven Van Aperen, where they explore deception, psychology and the fascinating ways humans can be fooled.Bradford brings a brilliant question to the table: Do dogs lie?What follows is one of the most entertaining conversations we've had, filled with laughs, unexpected tangents and some thought-provoking discussion about whether dogs are truly capable of deception—or whether we're simply interpreting their behaviour through a human lens.In Advice…
13 Jul 2026 · 38 min
Episode 12: Lead Reactivity, "Calm" Dogs & The Hand-Sniff Myth
Why is my dog reactive on the lead but perfectly fine when they're off it?This week Kim and Neri answer a listener question about one of the most common behaviour concerns dog owners experience—lead reactivity. Together, they explore why a dog's behaviour can change so dramatically depending on whether they're attached to a lead, and why understanding the emotions behind the behaviour is far more valuable than simply trying to stop the reaction.In Advice Given Online, they unpack a video showing a trainer insisting a dog remain "calm" before leaving for a walk. But was the dog genuinely…
S1 · E11 · 29 Jun 2026 · 45 min
Episode 11 -Is That Bark Really About the Stranger? Body language and wagging tails
A rescue dog barking at people walking past the house... but is it really about the people? In this episode of Resident Wild, Kim and Neri answer a listener question (4:10s) about a rescue dog that barks whenever someone passes the front of the home. Together, they explore the deeper reasons behind this behaviour, looking beyond the barking itself to better understand what the dog may be experiencing and communicating.In Advice Given Online, (26:25s) they unpack a social media post about dog body language and discuss why reading a dog's emotions is rarely as simple as ticking off a…
S1 · E10 · 22 Jun 2026 · 50 min
Episode 10: The Truth About Tennis Balls, Trauma and Growling
Your dog loves chasing a tennis ball—but what is really driving that behaviour? In this episode of Resident Wild , Kim and Neri explore a listener question about ball chasing and why it can be far more complex than it first appears. From instinctive behaviours to emotional states, we unpack what may actually be happening when your dog becomes obsessed with the game. In our Advice Given Online segment, we tackle a statement that stopped us in our tracks: Dog owners have become too soft, and trauma in dogs has been exaggerated. This sparked a passionate and thought-provoking discussion about…
S1 · E9 · 15 Jun 2026 · 41 min
Episode 9: Socialisation – Quality Over Quantity
Has my puppy missed out on socialisation?This week on Resident Wild, Kim and Neri answer a listener question from who is worried her 12-week-old puppy may have fallen behind after spending the past four weeks at home completing his vaccination schedule.The conversation opens up the broader topic of socialisation and challenges some of the common misconceptions surrounding it. What does healthy socialisation actually look like? Is it about meeting as many dogs, people and environments as possible, or is there something more important at play?We also introduce a brand-new segment, Advice Given…
S1 · E8 · 8 Jun 2026 · 39 min
The Resident Wild - Episode 8 - When Siblings Fall Out and Yawning
Two puppies from the same litter, raised together from day one, so why are they suddenly not getting along?In this episode of Resident Wild, Kim and Neri answer a listener question about two 16-month-old sibling dogs whose relationship has started to break down. We explore how social dynamics can change as dogs mature, why 'littermate syndrome' is a label not an understanding of why and how understanding each dog's individual needs can help.In our Debunk a Myth segment, we unpack the idea that dogs yawn simply because they're tired. Yawning can be a much more complex form of communication,…
S1 · E7 · 1 Jun 2026 · 41 min
Episode 7: Wolves, Pushy Dogs & Food Bowl Myths
How do wolves greet each other after being apart? Is there really a pecking order in a wolf pack? In this episode, we explore a listener question about wolf social dynamics and what they can teach us about our dogs. We also answer a question from a listener whose dog seems pushy towards their canine housemate. Learn why this isn't about dominance or leadership, and discover what may actually be driving the behaviour. In our Debunk a Myth segment, we tackle the belief that taking food away from your dog teaches them that you're the boss. Find out why this outdated advice can sometimes create…
S1 · E6 · 25 May 2026 · 45 min
Episode 6 - Why Dogs of the Same Breed Can Be Completely Different
How can two dogs from the same breed—even the same breeder—be completely different? In this episode of Resident Wild , Kim and Neri answer a listener question that opens the door to one of the most fascinating discussions in canine behaviour. Drawing on Shaun Ellis' remarkable observations while living alongside wild wolves, they introduce the concept of social character —the idea that every individual dog has their own natural role, strengths and way of interacting with the world. It's a conversation that challenges the assumption that breed alone determines behaviour and explains why every…
S1 · E5 · 18 May 2026 · 35 min
Episode 5 - Is Your Dog Really Bored?
Is your dog bored... or are they trying to tell you something else? This week, Kim and Neri revisit one of their favourite topics—boredom—and explore what it really means for our dogs. Answering several thoughtful listener questions, they discuss how we can better understand what our dogs actually need, why behaviours often labelled as attention-seeking deserve a different interpretation, and how to recognise when a dog is genuinely content. Rather than asking how to stop unwanted behaviours, this episode encourages listeners to ask a different question altogether: What need is my dog trying…
S1 · E4 · 11 May 2026 · 52 min
Episode 4 - Living With Wild Wolves – A Conversation with Shaun Ellis
What can wolves teach us about the dogs who share our homes? In this very special episode of Resident Wild , Kim and Neri are joined by internationally renowned wolf specialist Shaun Ellis . Shaun shares the extraordinary story of how he came to live alongside a family of wild wolves and the remarkable experiences that shaped his understanding of their social lives, intelligence and relationships. His work has challenged many of the long-held beliefs surrounding wolves and, in turn, has helped reshape the way we understand our domestic dogs. From unforgettable stories in the wild to…
S1 · E3 · 4 May 2026 · 43 min
Episode 3 - Separation Anxiety – What's Really Going On?
Is your dog struggling when you leave home... or are they trying to tell you something deeper? Separation anxiety is one of the most talked-about behaviour concerns in the dog world, but what does it actually mean? In this episode, Kim and Neri explore a listener question about why some dogs struggle to cope when left alone and why the answer often lies far beyond simply teaching a dog to "get used to it." Together, they discuss emotional security, relationships, and what dogs may be communicating through behaviours such as barking, pacing, destruction or vocalising when their family leaves.…
S1 · E2 · 27 Apr 2026 · 35 min
Episode 2 - Why Your Dog Won't Come Back When Called
Why does your dog ignore you when you call? Is it stubbornness... or is something else going on? In this episode of Resident Wild , Kim and Neri answer a listener question about one of the most common frustrations for dog owners—a dog that simply won't come back when called. Rather than focusing on obedience, they explore what recall can tell us about a dog's emotional state, relationship, and motivation. Could your dog be making a choice based on how they're feeling in that moment? And what role does connection play in creating a reliable recall? In Debunk a Myth , they tackle another…
S1 · E1 · 20 Apr 2026 · 27 min
Episode 1 - The Biggest Lie in the Dog World – The Dominance Myth
For decades, dog owners have been told they need to be the "alpha," establish dominance, and climb to the top of their dog's social hierarchy. But what if that foundation was never true to begin with? In the very first episode of Resident Wild , Kim and Neri unpack one of the most influential, and misunderstood theories in the history of the dog world. Together they explore: Where the dominance theory actually came from.What modern wolf research has revealed about wolf families.Why wolves don't live in rigid dominance hierarchies.How understanding wolves through the correct lens changes the…

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The Resident Wild is a English tech & science podcast from Kim Ellis and Neri Karazija. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: Kim Ellis and Neri Karazija
Language: English
Category: Tech & Science
New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 39 min
Latest episode: 12 Oct 2026
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