Breeders Brew: The Dog Breeding Podcast
The Breeder’s Brew Podcast is for dog breeders who want to make informed, ethical decisions without feeling overwhelmed.
Hosted by Sara and Isobel, the Passionate Puppy Practitioners, this honest and supportive podcast unpacks the realities of dog breeding with clarity, compassion and practical know-how. Whether you’re breeding your first litter or looking to improve your current practices, each episode helps you navigate the journey with more confidence and less confusion.
Sara Lamont, the world’s first Canine Family Planner™, is a leading authority on home breeding. She brings decades of experience and a straight-talking, values-driven approach to helping breeders prepare, plan and parent each litter with care.
Isobel Barker, the Canine Nutrition Coach©, is the only breeding-focused nutritionist in the world. She offers holistic feeding and wellness advice by simplifying the science to empower breeders to raise strong, thriving pups through nutrition that makes sense.
Together, they bust myths, share heartfelt stories and answer the questions you didn’t know you had, all in a relaxed, relatable way that makes even complex topics feel manageable.
Need more than just a podcast?
Sara and Isobel have launched the Brew Crew, a mentorship programme for dog owners ready to take their breeding seriously. Brew Crew members get access to fortnightly Catchup Calls, focused Spotlight Sessions, in-depth Breeder Briefs and the Taproom, a private space filled with downloadable tools, real-time support and a like-minded community.
Join today and gain instant access at www.breedersbrew.com/brewcrew
Episodes
41 episodes
40┃ Crufts Confessions: What the Dog World Is Really Talking About
What is Crufts really like when you step away from the show ring? In this bonus episode, Sara and Isobel discuss all-things-Crufts after a whirlwind few days. From the glitz of the Pawscars awards to wandering through Discover Dogs and the endl...
39┃ What It Really Takes to Keep Breeding Without Burnout
As the final episode of the 12 Days of Christmas mini-series, Sara and Isobel close things out by talking about a side of dog breeding that rarely gets discussed: burnout.They reflect on the reality behind the polished puppy photos onlin...
38┃ The Biggest Thing We’ve Ever Built
Day 11 of the 12 Days series, Sara and Isobel reveal the biggest project they have ever built, the launch of Whelping World, the new home of the PUPLIFE pathway. What began as a podcast grew into something far larger, a fully structured,...
37┃ Don’t Wait for It to Break
Day 10 of the 12 Days series, Sara and Isobel challenge one of the most dangerous mindsets in dog ownership and breeding, “if it’s not broken, don’t fix it.” Through real-life stories of breakdowns, missed warnings, tech failures, a...
36┃ Looking Back to Move Forward
Day 9 of the 12 Days of Christmas mini-series lands in the quiet space between reflection and resolution. In this solo episode, Isobel shares why looking back, at conversations, traditions, and long-held beliefs, is essential before...
35┃ If the Shoe Doesn’t Fit, Stop Wearing It
Day 8 of the 12 Days of Christmas mini-series lands on New Year’s Day, a fitting moment to pause and reflect. This solo episode explores a lesson from 2025 about change, boundaries, and the courage it takes to step away from what wo...
34┃ A Better Way to Begin the Year
Day 7 of the 12 Days of Christmas mini-series lands on New Year’s Eve, and instead of resolutions, Sara and Isobel invite reflection.In this episode, they explore how many of the beliefs we hold about breeding, fertility, food, and healt...
33┃ Why Safeguarding and Professionalism Go Hand in Hand
Day 6 of the 12 Days of Christmas mini-series focuses on one of the most overlooked parts of breeding dogs, safeguarding through paperwork, contracts, and clear processes.In this episode, Sara and Isobel talk about why puppy contracts, s...
32┃ Protecting Your Peace, Not Just Your Puppies
Day 5 of the 12 Days of Christmas mini-series shifts from food comas to something far more practical, boundaries.In this episode, Sara and Isobel talk candidly about how easily boundaries are crossed when you are breeding dogs, particula...
31┃ A Christmas Gift of Knowledge
Day 4 of the 12 Days of Christmas mini-series turns the spotlight on what happens when knowledge is given a home. Inspired by the idea of shared libraries and quiet learning traditions from Iceland, Sara and Isobel reflect on the creation of th...
30┃ The Traditions We Choose to Keep
Day 3 of the 12 Days of Christmas mini-series, reflects on how traditions are formed, passed down, and sometimes followed without question. From Christmas carols to breeding practices, Sara and Isobel explore why some knowledge survives simply ...
29┃ Christmas Carols to Cautionary Tales
Day 2 of the 12 Days of Christmas takes a sharp turn away from pawprints and into something far more lasting, your digital footprint.What starts as a light-hearted Boxing Day chat about carols, pub quizzes, and festive nons...
28┃ Unwrapping the Reality of Dog Breeding
What if the most important parts of dog breeding aren’t the ones everyone talks about?In this festive wrap-up episode, Sara and Isobel reflect on the year through a very different lens. Using Christmas as a metaphor, they unpack why so m...
27┃ Beyond Average: What the 2024 ABA Winners Taught Us
What does it really mean to raise the bar in modern dog breeding, and how do you avoid getting stuck on average? In this final episode of the Annual Breeder Awards series, Sara and Isobel reflect on the standout stories share...
26┃ ABA 2024: Supportive Stud - Diana Stevens
What separates a stud dog owner from a true breeding partner?In this episode, Sara sits down with Diana Stevens of Wylanbriar Labradors, winner of the Supportive Stud Award, to reveal what it really takes to build a stud se...
25┃ ABA 2024: Breed Mastery - Steve Coleman-Hole
What does it take to protect a vulnerable native breed when only a handful of puppies are born each year? In this episode, Sara sits down with Steve from Womlu Mastiffs, winner of the Breed Mastery Award and finalist i...
24┃ ABA 2024: Top Puppy Parent - Sam Chamberlain
What does raising truly well-rounded puppies actually involve once the excitement wears off and the hard work begins?In this episode, Sara sits down with Sam Chamberlain, winner of the Top Puppy Paren...
23┃ ABA 2024: Attentive Owner Winner - Helen Farnes
What does actual attentiveness look like in the whelping room?In this episode, Sara chats with Helen Farnes, winner of the Attentive Owner Award, whose blend of instinct, experience and calm decisiveness has earned her a re...
22┃ ABA 2024: Holistic Breeder Winner - Jacquie Mullin
What happens when instinct, science and perseverance finally come together?In this episode, Sara sits down with Jacquie Mullin, winner of the Holistic Breeder Award and finalist for Rising Star, to discuss how she overcame ...
21┃ What Every ABA Winner Has in Common (and Why It Matters)
Bonus Brew: Behind the Breeder Awards + Your VIP Invitation Surprise! We're back in your ears with a bonus episode that lifts the lid on everything happening backstage at the ...
20┃ ABA 2024: Breeding Vision Winner - Shainy Majidi
What does it take to raise the bar in a breed often misunderstood? In this episode, Sara shines a spotlight on Shainy Majidi, winner of the Breeding Vision Award, whose ethical and health-driven approach to French Bull...
19┃ ABA 2024: Breeder Excellence Winner - Sue Taplin
What does true breeder excellence look like behind the scenes?In this episode, Sara sits down with Sue Taplin, winner of the Canine Family Planner's Breeder Excellence Award, to uncover the real story behind her decades of ...
18┃ ABA 2024: Rising Star Winner - Adam Mayle
What are the Annual Breeder Awards—and why do they matter? In this special solo episode, Sara introduces the ABAs, a new initiative created to recognise breeders who are quietly raising the bar. First in the spotlight is A...
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17┃ Q&A: The Series Ends… But Something Bigger Begins
What's the big announcement everyone's been waiting for?In this final episode of our Q&A series, we reveal what's next for the Breeders Brew and trust us, it's worth tuning in for. Alongside the celebration, we tackle your mos...
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