From Addiction to Purpose – Dean Newman 'The Sober Dog Walker' with Adam Spivey

In this episode of the Southend Dog Training Podcast, Adam Spivey sits down with Dean Newman, also known as The Sober Dog Walker, for a raw, honest, and inspiring conversation about recovery, redemption, and the healing power of dogs. 🐾✨ Dean opens up about his journey through addiction, his path to sobriety, and how becoming a dog walker helped him rebuild his life—one step (and one paw) at a time. Now sober and thriving, Dean shares how dogs gave him purpose, structure, and a sense of connection he never expected. 💬 Topics Covered: Dean’s personal story of addiction and recovery How dogs played a crucial role in his sobriety journey Mental health, routine, and the power of purpose The unspoken bond between humans and dogs Turning pain into purpose and building a life that matters This episode is about more than dogs—it's about hope, second chances, and the way animals can help us heal ourselves. 📲 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more powerful conversations and real-life stories from the world of dogs and beyond. #TheSoberDogWalker #DeanNewman #AdamSpivey #SouthendDogTraining #SobrietyJourney #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness #DogTrainingPodcast #DogsAndHealing #RealTalk #SecondChances #podcastinterview Train your dog from anywhere in the world, personalised support and help Download our Free App and get 7 Days Free Access https://qrco.de/be9QFN No contracts, cancel any time. ✔ SUPPORT Patreon (Watch videos early): https://www.patreon.com/c/SouthendDogTraining Call our office Monday to Friday 01702 74 69 61 for all your dogs needs. Shop 👉 https://www.southenddogtraining.co.uk Follow us on Social and get access to some of our exclusive deals: 👉 Facebook / / southenddogtrainingandwalking 👉 Instagram / https://www.instagram.com/southenddog... 👉TikTok / / southenddogtraining1