Bad Dog Academy: Episode 3 (Channel 4, Thursday, April 17, 2025)

Generic Dog West Highland Terrier running in a field.

Channel 4’s Bad Dog Academy is back, tackling Britain’s naughtiest pups with a mix of tough love and expert training. This Thursday’s episode features Dougie, a deceptively fluffy canine described as a “danger to society” by local law enforcement. Can the academy’s trainers turn this furry menace into a model citizen?

Meanwhile, trainers Sean and Kamal work with Sam to bring order to the chaos created by her two unruly St Bernards, Bodie and Bailey. And trainer Victoria faces a delicate task: repairing the fractured bond between a man and his comfort puppy.

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From biting and barking to general disobedience, the trainers face a range of behavioral challenges. Bad Dog Academy offers a mix of entertainment and practical advice for dog owners everywhere. Tune in to Channel 4 at 8:00 PM on Thursday, April 17th to see the transformations.

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