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Interview idea for Aussie Wildlife Week – Helping Dogs & Wildlife Coexist

Sarah Rutten | The Canine Perspective < 1 min read

Hi there,

With Australian Wildlife Week currently underway (and spring bringing more animals into backyards), dog behaviour expert Sarah Rutten has some timely insights on helping dogs and wildlife live harmoniously.

Sarah is an accredited dog behaviourist (Dip CBST KPA CTP CPDT-KA and Certificate IV in Dog Behavioural Training), certified force-free trainer, and bestselling author who specialises in canine behaviour and anxiety.

She's looking to share her knowledge on why chasing wildlife is a completely natural dog instinct - not aggression - and how owners can manage it responsibly through training and awareness.

She can share practical tips such as:

  • Teaching strong “leave it,” recall, and emergency “stop” cues.

  • Training dogs to calmly look at wildlife instead of barking or chasing.

  • Balancing natural instincts with responsible ownership to protect local species.

If you'd like to learn more about Sarah, please check out her media kit (attached).

Please feel free to reach out if you would like to arrange a chat or interview with Sarah this week for Aussie Wildlife Week coverage.

Warm regards,
Ellen Hill


Contact details:

Ellen Hill | [email protected] | 0424 791 904

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