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WE are ending the podcast! We have had so much fun, hoping that we entertained and MAYBE educated our listeners for eight seasons. "Onward & Upward" until the next adventure. We chat about:-no dogs in heat -spay & neuter your pets -illness at the park -no aggressive dogs or humans -dogs with a bite history -no human food or treats -no smoking in the park -the dog park maid is not on duty -no glass containers Bye Bye Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas Support the showwww.itisRUFFoutthere.com

Our final episodes collection! Holiday Tip: keeping our pets safe from escaping our home when family & friends visit. We discuss the “airlock” or a screen door We chat about: -the leash must be removed upon entering the park-walking around the outside of the park first -dog handlers must be adults -no commercial dog walking -no more than 3 dogs per handler -little dogs in the big dog section Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas Support the showwww.itisRUFFoutthere.com

Thank you for being on this journey with us, as we finish recording this podcast forever! For this episode we chat about:-trusting the person that cares for your pet -dog poop pickup -the park isn't open in the dark -enjoy the park at your own risk -our community: the good & bad -meeting other dogs outside of the park -dog handlers are responsible for the behaviors of the dog in the park at all times -exchange information if a bite occurs-any dog with a bite history should NOT go to parks Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas Support the showwww.itisRUFFoutthere.com

Find out what happened to Kelly's hand!We chat about Dog Park stuff….and safety measures. -young kids in the park-toys at the park -leashing dog from car to park -Kim's dog Nora makes an appearance -licensed & proof of Rabies vaccine -Rabies vaccine importance Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas Support the showwww.itisRUFFoutthere.com

We met up with the amazing staff at Sea Legs Integrative Veterinary Health in West Roxbury MA. They offer so many great services for pets in pain, veterinary rehabilitation, palliative care, acupuncture, laser therapy. The practice owner is Veterinarian Dr. Jaclyn Morency Coble, who has an extensive background in Vet medicine. Learn how Sea Legs got it's much talked about name (listen to our short on our Facebook page) and how to make an appointment for your beloved pet. www.sealegsvet.comPodcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas Support the showwww.itisRUFFoutthere.com

We have an amazing guest host with us for this episode Jill Houseal who won a raffle at Quiz Night to host with us on the podcast. We chat about breeds, the most popular and also the rarest breeds! Can you guess what the rarest breed of dog is? OR can you guess the most popular? Due to battery issues we have two parts to this episode. Thank you for listening! Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas Support the showwww.itisRUFFoutthere.com

What have an amazing guest host with us for this episode Jill Houseal who won a raffle at Quiz Night! We chat about breeds, the most popular and also the rarest breeds! Can you guess what the rarest breed of dog is? OR can you guess the most popular? Thank you for listening! Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas Support the showwww.itisRUFFoutthere.com

Kelly & Kim welcome  Lucinda Von Lavender to join them in the studio.  Lucinda is a delightful and funny addition to the podcast for this episode about bites and other funny tales. No convertible chat this evening; too hot, stormy & swampy out…so we stayed in with Bailey”s frozen drinks, can you tell? Please be aware: dogs barking in the background Thank you for listening & sharing our show with others. Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas Support the showwww.itisRUFFoutthere.com

Kelly & Kim are enjoying cruising around this summer to chat in different locations. For Season 8 "Kelly & Kim Convertible Chats" will hopefully entertain you. For this 1st episode they land at the Natick Common, seated in a set of Adirondack chairs to watch the world go by and talk about pet Summer Safety. Want premium content created just for you, become a subscriber!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1759873/subscribePodcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas Support the showwww.itisRUFFoutthere.com

Meet the folks at Precision Pet Urgent Care in Plainville MA. We talk about all the info you may need for a visit to your local Urgent Care. We chat with Dr Forbert Kaluba, DVM and Felicia, Practice Manager all about the new Urgent Care in town.Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas www.itisRUFFoutthere.com

We chat with Haley & Erin from the Natick Community Organic Farm aka NCOF.  We talk about the workings of the farm & met some BABIES! Baby chicks & bunnies. Want to volunteer at a really fun place? Info@natickfarm.org www.natickfarm..org Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas www.itisRUFFoutthere.com

We welcome Gloria to our podcast today to talk about a book she has written and is in the process of publishing about her dog Teddy Bear. She shares with us the raw emotions of what it feels like losing a beloved dog. In her honesty and straightforward chat, we learn that so many people  can  be helped who have lost a pet. We talk about the cultural lack of compassion that dog owners sometimes receive from family, work, friends + when grieving a pet and we hope to one day to end the stigma of pet loss. Gloria recorded a LIVE Instagram of this episode, if you'd like to see us in action, you can find us at gloria.herdtPodcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas www.itisRUFFoutthere.com

Jeremy Cohen from Boston Dog Lawyers records with us again and we are so very honored! We asked our community for questions to ask Jeremy and he answers them all. We touch upon Ollie's Law:https://www.mspca.org/animal_protection/ollieslaw/?fbclid=IwAR21BnACWTRpTiscMhqqfxukGMfU_dLgmTSIqbtzLI4pftPCG-5S9rXPKyM&mibextid=S66gvFand other important dog law issues. We chat about fence gate safety, dog bites, Dangerous Dog Hearings, being a responsible dog owner, rabies vaccines, dog custody issues. What the heck is chattle? You can reach Boston Dog Lawyers at: www.bostondoglawyers.com 844-DOG-ATTY We thank you for listening. Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas www.itisRUFFoutthere.com

We take a little trip to the gorgeous area of Concord MA to meet up with Bija to chat about her bees! While there we found a stunning garden, lots of birds at the feeders and learning about how important bees are to our lives, community and environment. Bija is not only a dedicated bee keeper, but a stunning bag maker and quilter & turtle rescuer. You can follow Bija on instagram at bijas_beeswww.bijasbees.com Please DO NOT use pesticides, it kills the precious bees

Matt Brand is in the studio with us to chat about the menagerie of pets he has at his home. We learn that Kelly knows a great deal about fish and Kim's favorite car song growing up was "We Built This City" by Starship. This is a totally fun & random episode as we weave in thoughts from our growing up in the 1980s. Is Matt and his family ready for a puppy? You decide. Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas www.itisRUFFoutthere.com

Susan and her amazing staff welcomed us to her store called Wild Birds Unlimited in Sudbury MA. She has been at this location for over 30 years. This place is dangerous folks, in a good way, as there are so many great things to buy! Susan also owns another store in Woburn MA. Backyard feeding of birds is so fun. Check out their info at: www.sudbury.wbu.com & www.woburn.wbu.comHOT items for the Winter: Hot Pepper Bird Food, helps with squirrels Be seasonally savvy when feeding wild birds. In the Winter they need more FAT.  Water is also very important to provide for wild birds for their overall health. Kelly & Kim went shopping after the podcast....guess what they picked up? Thank you for listening!Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas www.itisRUFFoutthere.com

We welcome Susan, Co-Founder & Paula, Foster Mom from Guardian Angels Cat Rescue to discuss CATs! We thank our sponsors: www.metropetsnatick.com www.silkvet.com What to be a sponsor? Please reach out to:itisruffoutthere@gmail.com Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas www.itisRUFFoutthere.com

A tough story about an incredible dog Dunkyn, told  by her owner Kelli (with some Beagle baying at the beginning of the recording). She also talks about another adventure she is emBARKING on, her Boston Marathon 2023 run for the Michael Lisnow Respite Center in Hopkinton Mass. www.KelliRunsBoston.comPodcast sponsored by: www.silkvet.com www.metropetsnatick.com Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas www.itisRUFFoutthere.com

Our podcast is brought to you by our sponsors: www.metropetsnatick.comwww.silkvet.comWe are excited to share this heartwarming story about how Cooper found his home at Glen Hill Farm in Natick. Our guest Maureen tells us the story about the farm and Cooper. Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas www.itisRUFFoutthere.com

Chris, owner & creator of www.brew-biscuits.com is in the studio to tell us about his yummy dog treats made from your favorite craft beers! AND the biscuits no are "double lab tested!" Thank you to our sponsors:www.silkvet.com & www.metropetsnatick.com Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas www.itisRUFFoutthere.com

We are back! We chat about recording a podcast episode in Kim's convertible, which didn't work well...so we needed to record in the studio.Wayside Quilters Guild Quilt Show at Lincoln Sudbury HS  and Kelly's Place in Norton MA. Do you host a Friendsgiving? We are thinking of hosting one!www.metropetsnatick.com SHOUT OUT to Neo who was getting a bath today and passed his Canine Good CitizenThank you www.silkvet.comHow have you memorialized your beloved pet? SHOUT OUT to our friends at www.sudbury.wbu.com Post a "Fall Festive" photo of your pet on our Facebook Group Page to win the www.westonnurseries.com gift card. The picture with the most likes wins! Dog Days Costume Contest @ Weston Nurseries11:00am -3:00pmSat Oct 29th Hingham Sun Oct 30th HopkintonSHOUT OUT to www.hedgehogbellydesigns.com for cute bunny pajama bottoms Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

We took a little break! Why? Kelly's son is getting married soon & Kim has been working on a family dedication. As we all know Kim likes to chat about Rabies...but there is some important information to know about this subject when you have dogs & cats. All our thanks to:www.westonnurseries.com www.silkvet.com www.metropetsnatick.com Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

Should dogs be allowed in the workplace? Should there be restrictions? We chat with Tim who brings his dog Ellie to work with him on some Fridays. We also hear from our loyal listeners James & Mel in regards to working from home with dogs & work places that are dog friendly.Shout Out to www.zitisofnatick.com for welcoming us to record at their restaurant and serve us yummy Lobster Ravioli. We chat about CGC or Canine Good Citizen https://www.akc.org/products-services/training-programs/canine-good-citizen/Do you bring your dog to work? If so, please tell us about it!Thank you to our sponsors: www.petvra.cowww.metropetsnatick.comwww.silkvet.comwww.westonnurseries.com Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

We chat with Rich from www.theHenrystudio.com about his amazing dogs Spencer & Penny, Golden Retrievers, who are known to cheer on the Boston Marathon runners since 2015. Spencer loves to hold things and is known to hold the Boston Strong sign. They do so much more & are two very busy pups. Their birthdays are coming up and there is a Celebration on Saturday, July 30th. Everyone is invited. https://www.facebook.com/Spencerpowrs/We thank our sponsors: www.silkvet.com   www.PetVRA.co    wwww.westonnurseries.com www.metropetsnatick.com Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

Lily talks with us about her work with dogs in Scent Detection & also MRI training. Her background is in Animal Behavior and more. This is a fascinating episode. We thank our friend Jill for introducing us to Lily! How could we continue on recording without these generous sponsors: www.silkvet.com www. MetroPetsNatick.com www.PetVRA.cowww.westonnurseries.com You can also help by donating on our website at www.itisRUFFoutthere.com We can't thank you enough Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

Well guess who came to Dog Days in Hopkinton at www.westonnurseries.com ?Sharon & her nephew dog Bronco. Bronco is a darling 2 year old, German Shepherd/Retriever mix. Kelly's dog Rylee got her grooming today at www.metropetsnatick.comThere is a secret that Kim & Sharon reveal on this episode. Please give some love to our sponsors! Without them, this podcast would not be possible. www.silkvet.com www.petvra.cowww.MetroPetsnatick.com www.westonnurseries.com Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

Caution! We are going to talk a lot about Vomiting & Diarrhea! We are lucky to have an EXPERT on the subject to chat with us, Dr. Marion Silk, DVM from www.silkvet.comLearn about when you may need to call your Vet for V & D. We play a game called "My Dog Ordered a Pizza" and have so much fun with Dr. Silk. Check out our super duper sponsors:www.silkvet.com www.petvra.comwww.metropetsnatick.comwww.westonnurseries.com Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

We met up in the City of Framingham MA to check out the Farm Pond Park area where the new Dog Park is. Looks amazing, lots to do in this area. There is a playground, skate park, level walking areas, water areas, stunning scenery. On this windy day we also learn about the 57 acre site of the former  World War II Army hospital at Cushing Park.The NEW Framingham Dog Park looks amazing. There is a flat area with some agility-like equipment, lots of seating areas and then a hilly area. We also love the view of Farm Pond in the background. Farm Pond is used year-round for picnics, fishing & has boat access.This amazing area is located on Dudley Road. Fram Bark will be hosting a Grand Opening of the park on Saturday, July 16th, 11-2We thank our sponsors: www.metropets.com   www.silkvet.com    www.petvra.cowww.westonnurseries.comPodcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

We met Latte Nyguen the Yorkie who is quite a traveller. We met him & his owners over at www.westonnurseries.com for Dog Days!Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

We record at Weston Nurseries in Hingham MA for "Dog Days". We met up with Kate and her dog Sampson aka Robert. We also meet Sampson's cousin Harbor and the whole family. We spent some time with the folks from Wags N' Wigglebutts to get some "Wag Swag." Check them out on Facebook. We thank our sponsors:www.silkvet.comwww.petvra.cowww.metropetsnatick.comwww.westonnurseries.comPodcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

We met in Kim's living room one Friday evening for cocktails with Jill from www.MetroPetsNatick.com & Kim from Dingo Dog Studio. We discuss the importance of interviewing a humane trainer prior to hiring them.  You may hear Kelly in the background creating a cocktail or two! We thank our sponsors! www.PetVRA.cowww.SilkVet.com www.westonnurseries.com www.MetroPetsNatick.com Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

We chat with Awesome Author of the book called  “Dog Park Confidential” a super fun look at all of the characters found at any dog park. Her book can be purchased on Amazon. Shout out to Shana for giving me the book for Christmas Please help us support our sponsors:www.PetVRA.cowww.metropetsnatick.comwww.silkvet.com www.westonnurseries.com Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

Kim is CRYING! It's okay to cry when you lose a beloved pet. We talk with Pet Chaplain Kelly and Jennifer from The Parmenter Foundation about Pet Loss & Grief. Bereavement of a pet is not discussed often enough. Please share this episode far & wide as we all will face the loss of a beloved pet at some point. The GRIEF we feel is real and it is okay to cry. There are lots of resources available. Please reach out if you need help.www.parmenterfoundation.orgWe thank our amazing sponsors:www.petVRA.cowww.silkvet.comwww.metropetsnatick.comwww.westonnurseries.comPodcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

Shout out to Fyzical PT in Natick and the dog at the desk Slinky! Kelly finally got her humane trap from www.missingdogsmass.com We chat with Kim's husband Jamie aka Saint James or Lord James and his cousin Dr. Anna, a Veterinarian in the UKwww.metropetsnatick.com We talk about how these cousins found each other & chat about Anna's work in Orthopedics in Manchester Anna fills us in on how things are in the United Kingdom since the Pandemic.  www.silkvet.com Making a difference in a patients life is great with instant gratification after orthopedic surgery. We chat about the RUFF times, like when clients can be quite difficult. Burnout, compassion  fatigue & suicide is very prevalent in the UK & US. Not One More Vet. We highly recommend Pet Insurance as having a pet is a luxury. www.westonnurseries.com We give a shout out to www.embarkvet.com Anna chats about the best practices for helping your pet if they have an orthopedic injury. www.PetVRA.coAnna gives her final thoughts. We thank her so very much for joining us on the podcast.  Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

Kim headed over to Brighton Mass to meet up with Becky & Neo and Helen (in the background) Kelly was remote due to millions of meetings she has the 1st of the month. We chat all about Neo the gorgeous English Lab from Maine and all the things he loves! RIP to the giraffe stuffie that he tore apart. Becky, Helen & Neo donated a gorgeous set of emerald earrings (green is our signature color) to be given away to one of our loyal podcast listeners. Thank you www.PetVRA.cowww.MetroPetsNatick.comwww.SilkVet.com www.westonnurseries.com Shout Out to Kiki's in Brighton & the sweet man I met there with the stunning smile. Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

For this fun episode Kim is thrown under the bus and many Coull secrets are revealed. Check out our website www.itisRUFFoutthere.com We thank our super-duper sponsors www.metropetsnatick.com www.PetVRA.cowww.silkvet.com www.westonnurseries.com Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

Do you follow TikTok? If so, you may already follow EddieOnWheels. We interview his loving Mom  Lisa at the Studio to chat with us about her Canine Crush. Lisa talks about how much he needed her & she needed him. Lisa has a heart of gold and takes in dogs and cats who need a happy, safe, loving home. Lisa explains how she loves seniors & specials. She talks about how the EddieOnWheels TikTok page has 15.9 million likes! He is loved around the world and Lisa tells us that she was Eddie's fourth Mom. www.silkvet.com Lisa chats about her other dog requiring wheels named Stevie Edward. A rescue reached out to Lisa about this dog found on the side of the road, crammed in a crate. Her other dog Scotty is blind and just recently had cataract surgery on one eye. Amazing that he can now have the gift of vision. Kim talks about her dog Jackson and his diabetes and cataract surgery. Kelly reminds us that he was a magical dog. Shout out to his girlfriend Nellie Kelley! Adopting an older dog or senior dog can be so rewarding.www.metropetsnatick.com You can follow along on Instagram & TikTok Lisa tells us about her feral cat Mr. Norwall. He was found in a dumpster. The kitty was in ICU for a month! Lisa tells us these stories with fun and amazing humor. Kelly brings up the sweet Eddie blankets that he was ever so carefully folded into on the bed where he slept. There are a ton of rescues out there and Lisa found Eddie on Petfinder. You can find your new BFF that way too. Kim's dog Nora sat on Lisa's lap the whole recording and at one point Lisa was giving her a massage and Nora was in LaLaLand www.PetVRA.coFind out more about Eddie at www.EddieOnWheels.com Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

Can you believe we got Erin from Missing Dogs Mass (MDM) to join us!? Thanks to Kim's Dad for getting the word out about the podcast! This season is all about “Fake Crime”.  We chat about what Kelly & Erin do at MDMwww.petvra.coErin shares with us the story about her canine crush “The most romantic John Stamos” yes her dogs name is John Stamos. Wait till you hear the rest of her dogs names!Please enjoy the woodpecker & bird calls in the background. www.silkvet.com And we play a game, shocker, head to head two MDM volunteers competing for the title….Oh So Lovely PS Erin may be secretly working undercover for #ThriveCosmeticswww.metropetsnatick.com Thanks for introducing us to the brudders Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

Wilkommen, Bienvenue, Bienvenido, Welcome! We chat with Angie from The Courteous Canine located in Sunny Hillsborough County, Florida.Angie is a self proclaimed dog training addict! She talks about how fun dog sports are. Her dog-centric facility is a fear-free zone. Angie tells us about her four dogs and some of the great classes offered at her facility. www.silkvet.com Classes include, but not limited to: puppy kindergarten, dock jumping, (be careful of the gators) clicker training, agility training, Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Disk Dog, Fun Scent Games  like Kim's "Treat Party" & Dog Acting.www.metropetsnatick.comDon't give up on your dog & their training. Keep trying & find out what they love.To find a reputable dog trainer in your area, this is an international association with force free, fun trainers! www.petprofessionalguild.comwww.petvra.coAngie tells us, "Enjoy your dogs and cherish every moment that you can play and have fun with them because it's a gift. The bond we share with our dogs is profound."if you live in the Tampa Florida area or are visiting with your pooch, check out www.courteouscanine.com Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

All our thanks to our amazing sponsors! www.metropetsnatick.com www.PetVRA.cowww.silkvet.com This season is called “Fake Crime” as Kelly & Kim often say they are “partners in crime, fake crime”. Can you guess what their fake crimes are? www.itisRUFFoutthere.com We chat with Jess all about her Heart Dog or Canine Crush Grace! When you know it's your dog, you know & that a puppy is not an impulse purchase. Puppies are a lot of work and Jess reminds us how important it is to be prepared for welcoming any pet into your life.Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

Kelly & Kim chat with loyal dog park supporter & patron Debbie., she has been there with us since the beginning 8 years ago. Her dog Hacker is a regular at the dog park. Debbie also tells us the story of her Heart Dog Pip, who sadly is no longer with us. Shout out to our fan & listener Jan from Stop & Shop! We thank our friend Donna for creating the podcast rock for us, which is gorgeous! Debbie agrees tp play the game called "Should I Stay or Should I Go?" and it is revealed that we use a script...Kelly & Kim need a script to keep them on task and to help get back from the many tangents...and other secrets are revealed.All Our Thanks for Our Amazing Sponsorswww.PetVRA.cowww.SilkVet.com www.MetroPetsNatick.comwww.itisRUFFoutthere.com Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

Today we recorded in the new studio with Jeremy Cohen from www.bostondoglawyers.com about lots of different cases in regards to DOGS. We talk about Dangerous Dog Hearings, bites from dogs, Dog Park safety (a must listen if you bring your dog to any dog park).www.petvra.coWe also asked our Facebook community to send us questions for Jeremy, who gives us informative answers for all dog owners.www.silkvet.comWe chat with Jeremy about his Golden named Maisey and her "Canine Crush" Bear.Jeremy also shares with us the cases that he handles often. You can reach out to Jeremy at: jcohen@bostondoglawyers.com OR call 844-DOG-ATTYwww.metropetsnatick.comPodcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

Kim picks up Kelly from the Warwick Rhode Island Airport and is amazed by the wicked accents! Of course on the way home they chat all about Kelly's trip to visit her daughter Sara and son-in-law Zack and of course the grand doggies! On their ride back to Massachusetts on 95 North they have lots to catch up on and discuss. Take a ride with them and listen in...Kim had 20 bucks to give to a passenger, yet there were no takers., so not a cash cab. All our thanks to Silk Veterinary Hospital, PetVRA Telehealth App & Metro Pets NatickPodcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

We chat on site at the Scituate Animal Shelter with Intake & Adoption Manager Amanda all about her job & some of the animals who are currently at the shelter. We also loved having the  entertaining ferrets Finn & Froto in the board room with us. Please let us remove the stigma of “the shelter.”  We also introduce our new segment called "Canine Crush" where we learn about the love story of Poe & Hope. We thank their owners Pattie, Theresa & Katy for sharing their story with us. We thank Coco for creating the lovely "Canine Crush" jingle for us! We play a fun game called "Characteristics" to learn about some of the animals in the shelter currently. We chat about loving elder dogs & how Kim cannot be trusted in the shelter. We thank our friends at MetroPets Natick and debut the Jingle! We also always thank www.PetVRA.cowww.scituateanimalshelter.orgwww.metropetsnatick.comitisRUFFoutthere@gmail.com Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

Kelly & Kim chat about how Kelly is famous being featured on a WCVB Chronicle episode called "Citizen Sleuths".  Kelly volunteers for www.missingdogsmass.com and helped with a missing dog case for finding Bozeman. Kelly & Kim interviewed Bozeman's owner Pierce on this podcast for the episode called "Lost Dog." We also chat about Kim's dog Toby who died this past week. Not to mention bringing up some of the "RULES" at the dog park. We highlight 3 highly contested rules...thank you for www.metropetsnatick.com & www.petvra.co

A Brief Public Service Announcement dealing with found dogs.  Listen to Kelly & Kin talk more about what to do and not do if you find a dog that is lost!  There are laws in place to protect the dogs here in Massachusetts in this situation and you are NOT allowed to keep the dog.  Please look into who to call in your community so that you know ahead of time in the event you find a dog that does not belong to you.  Take a listen and we hope this helps one more dog to be reunited quickly!  Thank you to our sponsors: www.missingdogmass.com and the fine folks at www.metropetsnatick.com.Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

For this episode we chat with Kim's parents Karen & Bob in Historic Plymouth MA, right on the Atlantic Ocean. Kim is dog sitting for her parents neighbors and is enjoying a week at the Beach, too bad it's 28 degrees and January! We chat about pets from the past and have some fun doing so. We are so sorry that Kelly could not record with us today, yet she set up many of the questions that were asked. Thank you to www.MetroPetsNatick.comLove & Prayers for sweet Remy the Yorkie @ www.Yorkies Inc.com Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

Kelly & Kim chat with a long-time friend of Kelly, Ryan Barba is the Senior Director of Client Experience for VCA Animal Hospitals, a role he has held for three years.  At VCA, he helps shape and deliver the client experience for the company, while staying abreast of changes to the industry and pet owner needs.  Prior to VCA, Ryan's background is in strategy and marketing consulting.  He obtained his MBA from Cornell University in 2011 and his BA in Biology from Assumption College in 2006.  He's also an active Catholic youth minister and ministry leader.  He lives in Santa Monica, CA with his 12-year old Norfolk Terrier, Buddy.Our Amazing Sponsor is MetroPets in Natick www.metropetsnatick.comStacy of Paw Paw Pillows (you can find them on Facebook) in Norwood MA has offered 10% off orders in January 2022. Tell her this podcast sent you in order to get the savings! Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

Oh dear...technical difficulties. Our podcast machine went out and so we needed to pick up from where we left off,  hence part 2. We chat more with Ryan from VCA. We love MetroPets in Natick www.metropets.comPodcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

We visit the amazing NEW retail space at We Dig Your Dog in Natick. We chat with owner Cindy about doggie daycare & overnight care as well. We also chat with Kim who has dogs that attend We Dig Your Dog. We chat about "Nails By Matt" & Training Class with Kim Melanson from Dingo Dog Studio. You can learn more about We Dig Your Dog at www.wedigyourdog.com We thank our amazing sponsors www.petvra.co & www.metropetsnatick.com Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas

Welcome to a new season! Kim was asked to make "Corn Casserole" for Thanksgiving.  She was super concerned as she doesn't know how the heck to cook or bake and so she CROWD sourced on Facebook. Here was her ask, "We have been asked to bring Corn Casserole to Thanksgiving...what the heck is that & anyone have a recipe I can use?" Thankfully many folks reached out and Kim had lots of responses and sent recipes. YET since she is not a cook she decided to do a "practice run" with Kelly, who actually cooks. We made the "Corn Pudding" given to us by Antonia.We also chat about the best practices for keeping our dogs & cats safe during the Holidays. We are so very Thankful for all of you & our AWESOME sponsor PetVRA Telehealth App. www.petVRA.coPodcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas