Pup Pup & Away

Nobody ever wants to think they will be caught with their pet in an emergency situation. Even moreso, nobody wants to be left without the knowledge that could potentially save their pet's life in such scary situations. In today episode, I am joined by Jill, a license and certified PetTech Pet First Aid instructor. These class are fun, informative and could be taking place somewhere near you. Spoiler Alert: We will be hosting some of these classes really soon!Check out Jill and her classes by following her on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok

If you're like me, you love celebrating your pet, especially when it's their birthday. In this episode, I am joined by Brenda, the person behind Wag N Celebrate, a party planning and party accessories company in San Antonio, about how you can throw the best party for your pet. Wag N Celebrate IG

Being a dog mom or dad can be the highlight of your life and something that brings you a ton of joy and fulfillment. But, unfortunately, our furry friends don't live as long as we do and a "goodbye" is inevitable. Mourning the loss of a pet is something that is overlooked by society making the process even harder. In this episode, Angela Corely, a Veterinary Social Worker and Therapist, joins me to discuss the layers of pet loss. If you've lost a pet before, or are preparing to say goodbye, grab your tissues!

From studies, a biology lesson and diet considerations for a better behaved, less stressed pup. Studies and scientific literature:Kirschoff, 2019. The gut microbiome correlates with conspecific aggression in a small population of rescued dogsTaniya, 2022. Role of Gut Microbiome in Autism Spectrum Disorder and Its Therapeutic RegulationSharon, 2019. Human Gut Microbiota from Autism Spectrum Disorder Promote Behavioral Symptoms in MiceAppleton 2018, Human Gut Microbiota from Autism Spectrum Disorder Promote Behavioral Symptoms in Micehttps://www.zoetisus.com/content/pages/products/dogs/Apoquel-Resources/documents/apoquel_prescribing_information.pdfBerg, 2023. Natural vs. Synthetic Vitamins – Why It MattersSchmidt, 2018. The fecal microbiome and metabolome differs between dogs fed Bones and Raw Food (BARF) diets and dogs fed commercial diets Syngai, 2015. Probiotics - the versatile functional food ingredientsAcruff, 2022. A Review of Application Strategies and Efficacy of Probiotics in Pet FoodBakthavachalu, 2020. Food Color and Autism: A Meta-AnalysisMugford, 1987. The influence of nutrition on canine behaviourArdolino, Plant and Mushroom Benefits for Pets

Today I am joined by Krista McAnally and Lea LaPort, two ladies who have been working on initiatives to help the pets on San Antonio and have many plans to expand their efforts. If you are in need of assistance with your pet's food or vet bills, want to learn more about fostering, or want to hold the city's Animal Care Services to a higher standard these ladies have a resource for youDaisy CaresNo Kill SABandera Dogs Rescue Mission

Elaina Stanley, CPCN is a certified holisitic pet coach and gives us some advice to some of the top issues her clients encounter- skin issues!Find out more about her services here

Rita Hogan is THE (in my heart) canine herbalist and in this episode, she takes me on a wild ride of information. When any body system is "out of whack" all kinds of symptoms can manifest including behavioral issues and herbs can be used to heal and regulate all body systems.

Join me and Leticia of Paws N Poses on this super fun conversation about our pets and photography. Leticia is a passionate pet photographer who thrives to capture the essence of your dog's personality and a thoughtful way.

Today, Toni, of Toni Unleashed, joins me for a fantastic conversation about how she, as a small business pet care boutique owner, helps her customers as they enter their holistic pet care journey.

Teenage Adolescence is a tricky time for people and our dogs. Changes in hormones, coupled with a still-developing prefrontcal cortex leads our sweet, once-puppies to have a lack of congitive control of their emotions. This podcast talks about what you may be observing as the pet parentsand what exactly is going on internally as well as how you can help your puppy through this chaotic lifestage.

The Amazing Angela Ardolino, maker of CBD Dog Health and MycoDog, joins me to breakdown CBD and why it's so important, as well as mushroom tinctures! This episode covers so much from what to avoid in your products, how the industry lacks regulation, to other holistic considerations to make in your pet parent journey.

Having a young puppy is fun and exciting but can also have its challenges. Here are my 6 biggest tips for anyone raising a puppy.

We've talked a lot about pharmaceutical drugs recently so today let's discover some natural ways to help your dog deal with anxiety and stress.

Dr. Lore Haug, a Veterinary Behaviorist out of Houston, Tx, sets the record straight on pharmaceutical drugs and their use in dog training and behavior modification. Spoiler Alert! I wasn't too off base with my knowledge and thoughts from the previous episode, but this episode takes us more in depth. Take a listen!

Training dogs for over 13 years has allowed me to learn a bit about how drugs like Trazadone and Prozac operate. Here are some things to think about if you are considering pharmaceutical intervention for your dog.

Did you know less than half of dogs are actually suited for dog daycare? Socialization actually falls on a spectrum and it's time we normalize play porgrams other than traditional dog daycare. #dogdaycare #dogtraining

Having training goals is important. But sometimes I have to realign a pet parent's goals into a more realistic expectation. Here are the 4 most common expectations I have to align to be more realistic.

Most conventional vets will tell you feeding raw is dangerous! Today, we dive into studies that contradict that claim and shed light that ANY dog food has the potential for pathogenic bacteria. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/support

This week, we continue on with common faux pas people make when meeting a dog or letting their dog meet a dog on walks. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/support

If you have a nervous or fearful dog, this might just be the worst words you hear anyone say. Let's take a look at interactions from a nervous dog's perspective and make some adjustments to how we greet or allow people to greet our dogs --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/support

In this episode, we dive into the often intimidating experience of visiting the vet. Many of my clients have shared how they feel pressured to make purchases based on their vet's recommendations, even when they're unsure about the products or simply don't trust them. I'll share my own recent vet visit, where—despite being a seasoned professional in the pet care industry—I found myself frustrated with the advice given and the conversation that followed. Tune in to hear my take on navigating these tricky situations and advocating for what's best for your pet. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/support

We've heard for a long time now that spaying & neutering our pets was the responsible thing to do not only to benefit the pet population but to also benefit our dogs' health. In today's episode we chat about new science regarding if that is still the case, at what age should we snip, and other factors that should play a huge role in your decision. Along with many other, this research is heavily referrenced in this episode: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/veterinary-science/articles/10.3389/fvets.2020.00388/full --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/support

So your dog had the shits. Here is what can help and what isn't going to help --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/support

If your dog is nervous and fearful of guesting coming over, try this protocol! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/support

How kibble fails our dogs health and longevity --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/support

What is resource guarding, how to prevent it or how to train against it --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/support

Generalization is the 3rd step of training a behavior but is one that we humans don't understand all too well. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/support

Today we discuss the importance of your dog's curiosity and how our understand can really help or hurt our dog's socialization --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/support

We chat about 3 easy things you can start doing NOW to be an even better pet parent than you already are --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/support

Today we talk about eating poop, humping and chatter their teeth. We also introduce a new segment where we answer YOUR questions! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/support

Find out what this sneaky technique is and how dog food companies use it to make you THINK you're buying a high quality food. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/support

Where I've been, what I've been up to and what you can expect from the new PPA PAWdcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/support

Choosing your training method could have some other “side effects” so be sure you pick the best one for you and your dog --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/support

Here are a few more common training mistakes a lot of people make --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/support

Over 10 years, I've collected some of the most common mistakes my clients make. Maybe you're making some too! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/support

Let's chat about the factors you should consider when planning your Sidekick's enrichment schedule --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/support

Learn some new interesting facts the are contrary to what you've probably heard your entire life

Start working this exercise into our training plan for more well-rounded obedience --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/support

Ok, hate is obviously a strong word. But it got your attention! In this episode we talk about all the emotions of dog training because it can be frustrating and embarrassing when our dogs act a certain way --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/support

Spring has sprung! Which means you and your Sidekick might be out and about more. Here's a few tips to make it successful and fun! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puppupandawaysa/support

A conversation about fear/sensitive periods and how to help your dog through one --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/puppupandawaysa/support

Uh oh! Your dogs aren't getting along. Here are some exercises and thoughts around mending the bond --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/puppupandawaysa/support

What's the best way to introduce a dog to your dog and to your home? What are some good bonding activities? How to avoid developing dog-dog aggression --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/puppupandawaysa/support

Hear some random thoughts around daycare and some common behaviors that might be troublesome in a group setting --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/puppupandawaysa/support

We talk about all the reasons daycare might not be the best option for your pup and why our daycare is better than most, if not all :) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/puppupandawaysa/support

If you've just listened to this podcast but never worked with a trainer, you're missing out! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/puppupandawaysa/support

Let's have a chat about the benefits and drawbacks of spaying and neutering --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/puppupandawaysa/support

Learn how to deal with your dogs fears and some of the irrational fears Steph has --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/puppupandawaysa/support

Maggie and I take turns trying to stump each other with facts. Grab a drink and play along with us! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/puppupandawaysa/support

This week, we talk about exercises to set your dog up for success in your new home! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/puppupandawaysa/support

Exercises to do as soon as you bring your puppy home --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/puppupandawaysa/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/puppupandawaysa/support