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Podcast: The Canine Paradigm
Episode: Episode 358: The people who want to remove tools
Description: In Episode 358 of The Canine Paradigm, we talk about tool bans and the wider pattern behind them. Across Australia and elsewhere, governments appear willing to trade away rights and privileges without proper consent, expert input, or ethical process. We unpack why this worries dog owners, trainers, and working-dog handlers, and why many feel angry and disappointed with leadership that seems to act first and consult later.We discuss what “consultation” should mean, how evidence should be weighed, and how tool removal can harm outcomes for dogs when nuance is ignored. Then we outline practical, professional actions for anyone who...