Podcasts: Science-Led Canine Training
At Braveheart Bio Dog Academy, the emphasis has always been on enhancing the connection between people and their canine companions. Few individuals exemplify this mission more vividly than John Greyvenstein, a geneticist whose lifelong passion for dogs has shaped a career dedicated to research, education, and improving the human–dog relationship.
Braveheart Bio Dog Academy aligns with John Greyvenstein’s conviction that education and science are essential in fostering the human–dog bond. By integrating cutting-edge research and compassionate training practices, the academy aims to empower owners and professionals to gain a deeper understanding of their dogs, from genetic heritage to everyday behaviour.
Podcasts
Episode 12 – Narcotics
This episode discusses the devastating social impact of narcotics on individuals, families, and communities.It explains how highly trained detection dogs...
Episode 11 – “Mother of Satan”
This episode discusses a highly unstable peroxide‑based explosive known as the "Mother of Satan". It explains why the substance is...
Episode 10 – Explosives
This episode explains how explosives detection dogs are trained to identify extremely specific scent signatures. John describes how modern research...
Episode 09 – Pekinese
In this episode, Jacques and John explore the fascinating history of the Pekingese.Originating in China, the breed dates back over...
Episode 08 – Saint Bernard
In this episode, Jacques and John discuss the St. Bernard, exploring its history, origins, and unique qualities.The breed traces back...
Episode 07 – Selection of Working Dogs
This episode explores how specific dogs are selected for specific working roles.Jacques and Dr John Greyvenstein discuss inter‑breed and intra‑breed...
Episode 06 – How to select a service dog
In this episode, Jacques and Doc John Dog Greyvenstein discuss how to choose the right dog for pets or specialized...
Episode 05 – Pets and Health
In this episode, Jacques and Doc John Greyvenstein explore the profound impact dogs have on human health.They discuss research showing...
Episode 04 – The dog in the system
This episode explores how dogs’ genetics, temperament, and personality shape their wide range of real-world roles.Doc John explains how dogs...
Episode 03 – Selecting for Temperament
This episode dives deep into the science behind temperament, genetics, and selective breeding. John explains how dog behaviour is inherited,...
Episode 02 – The Human–Dog Relationship
In this episode, John explains the extraordinary relationship between humans and dogs—and why no other species has evolved such a...
Episode 01 – The Background of Doc John Dog
In this introductory episode, Jacques Botes sits down with renowned geneticist and dog expert Dr. John Greyvenstein—affectionately known as Doc...
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