The Dog Show with Julie Forbes

Reviewing highlights of over nine years on-air with KKNW AM 1150, and joined in the second half of the show by her wife, Darcie Boltz; host and producer Julie Forbes gets ready for the next phase of The Dog Show … Read More

Inspired by one of the most important and well-written books the dog world has seen, The Dog Merchants, a whistle-blower exposed an “industry inside and industry” according to the Washington Post Article, “Dog Fight”, that made front page headlines on … Read More

Mom of three boys, Nicole, feels like she's got the hang of raising her sons, but needs help with puppy challenges like nipping, sleeping through the night in a crate, and house training. All her questions get thoroughly answered in … Read More

Julie and Dr. Nels talk about the difference between Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Post-Emotional Stress Disorder while he gives Julie's sixteen year old dachshund a treatment to help her neck, back and hind legs. Then Patti Sherlock, author of “A … Read More

The Dog Show #473 – March 21, 2018 Pet custody battles in divorce! What to know to ensure you get to keep your pet, and loose your spouse, with divorce lawyer Jacqueline Newman, author of “Soon-To-Be Ex”. Also: How to … Read More

The Dog Show #472 – March 14, 2018 Supporting and celebrating disabled pets with Handicappedpets.com and Frankie the Walk n Roll Wiener Dog!

The Dog Show #471 – March 7, 2018 David Frei, co-host of the National Dog Show, and for the 27 years, the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Julie and David “talk dog” ranging from evolution and genetics of dog breeds, … Read More

The Dog Show #470 – February 28, 2018 Outlining trauma in dogs. Tips on how to help a dog who has been traumatized. Remember: Every dog is different – these are general suggestions!

The Dog Show #469 – February 21, 2018 What your dog would tell you about being the “pack leader” or “alpha”. Then, Julie talks with H.O.P.E. Animal Assisted Crisis Response about their work bringing therapy dogs to crisis scenes like … Read More

The Dog Show #468 – February 14, 2018 Dig: the dating app for dog lovers! Then a former guest shares her end of life story with Marvin, the Old Dog Haven final refuge dog.

The Dog Show #467 – February 7, 2018 What exactly IS that dog doing at the crime scene you're seeing on the news? Julie and Eric catch up first on the Puppy Bowl, lumps and bumps on old dogs, and … Read More

The Dog Show #466 – January 31, 2018 Seattle client, Lori, joins Julie to share her dog, Maddie's, experience since starting K9 Nosework, and also talking through her cute (but sometimes annoying) behavior of stealing things when she comes home … Read More

The Dog Show #465 – January 24, 2018 Tips for boosting your dog's immune system holistically with Dr. Donna Kelleher and what to know about Canine Influenza.  

The Dog Show #464 – January 17, 2018 Highlights from interviews with Courthouse Dogs founder Ellen O'Neill-Stephens and research scientist Dr. Simon Gadbois. Courthouse Dogs brings therapy dogs into the court system to provide emotional support and comfort to victims … Read More

The Dog Show #463 – January 10, 2018 “To say ‘no', or not to say ‘no'?” …that is NOT the question! Julie relates Psychology Today's recent cover story about the importance of the word “No” in human relationships to how … Read More

The Dog Show #462 – January 3, 2018 Chaser the Border Collie who has learned over 1,00 words! Julie talks with John Pilley about their work together and how he has taught a dog verbal language in a way no … Read More

The Dog Show #461 – December 27, 2017 Julie's top ten New Year's resolutions you can make for, or with, your dog for a healthier, more connected 2018!

The Dog Show #458 – December 6, 2017 Minimize toxic overwhelm in your dog's body with some simple tips and learn about VivoAnimals – a dietary supplement that will help detox your dog's system! Dr. Erin Zamzow joins us today … Read More

The Dog Show #457 – November 29, 2017 Verena, a fan in London, joins us today to ask Julie about her young terrier who has had a couple of aggressive incidents with other dogs. “Arousal Aggression”, among other things, are … Read More

The Dog Show #456 – November 22, 2017 From police, to therapy, to farm dogs, we wouldn't be the thriving species we are, without the partnership of canis familiaris. This episode honors ten ways dogs have, and continue to, contribute … Read More

The Dog Show #455 – November 15, 2017 Fifteen-to-twenty BILLION government dollars, paid for by tax payers, goes to funding cruel and useless animal experimentation every year! This has been going on for decades! Find out how the White Coat … Read More

The Dog Show #454 – November 8, 2017 Highlights from conversations over the years: Dr. Patricia McConnell, Dr. Alexandra Horowitz, Dr. Michael Fox, and more! Enjoy this “Best of” variety!

The Dog Show #453 – November 1, 2017 The one and only Julie Austin of Julie Austin Photography letting us in her world today. Then, Beagle Freedom Project's amazing work advocating for animals subjected to laboratory testing.

The Dog Show #452 – October 25, 2017 “Warm and fuzzy”, just like dogs! First it's Frankie's Friends, an organization that helps people pay for emergency vet bills. Then we welcome back Firefighter Dayna and Molly the Fire Safety Dog. … Read More

The Dog Show #451 – October 18, 2017 U.S. Navy veteran, Trina McDonald speaks about her experience with military sexual trauma and the difference her service dog, Suzzie has made for her in helping her cope with post-traumatic stress disorder … Read More

The Dog Show #450 – October 11, 2017 Guest: Bronwen Dickey, author of “Pit Bull: The Battle Over an American Icon”. This book offers a much needed opportunity for a balanced and educated conversation about this controversial breed. “Pit Bull” … Read More

The Dog Show #449 – October 4, 2017 “The Powerful Pause”:Learn how to have a meaningful and thought provoking (on both ends) training interaction with your dog, so that he/she learns how to respond to you even when you don't … Read More

The Dog Show #448 – September 27, 2017 Susan, a fan from Austin, TX wrote in about her great dane who has some concerning behaviors around other dogs. Turns out the poor thing was attacked when she was young AND … Read More

The Dog Show #447 – September 20, 2017 Julie talks with Jodi Brothers, the Queen of Seattle radio, about why dogs occupy such a special place her heart and life. Jodi has been a fixture in major Seattle morning shows … Read More

The Dog Show #446 – September 13, 2017 Surf Dog Ricochet and her handler Judy Fridono join us again after eight years since their first visit. Find out what Ricochet has been up to when she isn't surfing with disabled … Read More

The Dog Show #445 – September 6, 2017 What can we learn about a dog's experience of life by scanning dog brain activity in an MRI? Gregory Berns joins us today to answer this and so much more about his … Read More

The Dog Show #444 – August 30, 2017 Hurricane Harvey has Houston, Texas underwater. People and their pets are dying. You want to help! But…HOW? Tim Perciful, disaster responder, joins us today to tell us the best ways to support … Read More

The Dog Show #443 – August 23, 2017 Dr. Jean Dodds and her book, “The Canine Thyroid Epidemic”. Know the symptoms, and the test.

The Dog Show #442 – August 16, 2017 Wonder what fourth graders want to know about dogs? In this episode, Julie answers all of the questions written in from Miss Haskell's Seattle fourth grade class. Some are adorable – others … Read More

The Dog Show #441 – August 9, 2017 Julie reviews the Dog Film Festival, shares the results of Lois' Embark DNA Test, then an interview with Von Martin: author of “Long Way to Nome” about the 1925 Serum Run Expedition … Read More

The Dog Show #440 – August 2, 2017 An anxious, sensitive, brilliant, and maybe just a little bit naughty Pomeranian is the focus today with my guest, his owner, Liz. We talk about some of the first things to check … Read More

The Dog Show #439 – July 26, 2017 Can you guess what breed of dog has been caught shoplifting dog treats from The Seattle Barkery's treat truck the most? Co-owner Dawn Ford joins us for a fun conversation about the … Read More

The Dog Show #438 – July 19, 2017 We received a submission from a listener in Utah who's elderly mother's two chihuahuas are attacking each other. This behavior is set off, in part, by the clicking of the brakes on … Read More

The Dog Show #437 – July 12, 2017 Old Dog Haven's Walk for Old Dogs is coming up on July 23rd in Seattle. Tune in for this thoughtful and sensitive conversation about life, death, and old dogs. Ardeth DeVries of … Read More

The Dog Show #436 – July 5, 2017 The day after July 4th is a nightmare for many families across the country, who are hoping to be reunited with a lost pet. Please share Missing Pet Partnership with anyone you know who … Read More

The Dog Show #435 – June 28, 2017 The Dog Film Festival returns to the U.S. and we welcome back our friend Tracie Hotchner, its founder! After a wildly successful first year touring around the country in 2016, the Dog … Read More

The Dog Show #434 – June 21, 2017 Saying goodbye: Julie reflects on the death of her Old Dog Haven Final Refuge dog, Lois. Julie and her family were blessed with Lois for the last three years of her life. … Read More

The Dog Show #433 – June 14, 2017 Dr. Patricia McConnell, author of “The Education of Will – A Mutual Memoir of A Woman and Her Dog”. In this book, Patricia McConnell courageously shares how her easily startled Border collie, “Willie”, … Read More

The Dog Show #432 – June 7, 2017 Dr Temple Grandin, author of “Animals Make Us Human”, and many more publications! In anticipation of her visit and events as part of the Vashon Sheepdog Classic this year, we're airing Julie's … Read More

The Dog Show #431 – May 31, 2017 Such an excellent, informative and interesting chat with Bill Berhow, herding champion, as we get ready for this year's Vashon Sheepdog Classic! June 8th-11th on Vashon Island, a quick ferry ride from … Read More

The Dog Show #430 – May 24, 2017 Conversation with Jon Katz, author of “Soul of a Dog”. Pulled this favorite from the archives! Julie had this interview scheduled and it just happened to a few days after she had … Read More

The Dog Show #429 – May 17, 2017 Exploring the numerous benefits of feeding your dog raw goat's milk with Marcia St John, owner of St John Creamery. Learn all the fascinating ways that raw goat's milk can boost your … Read More

The Dog Show #428 – May 10, 2017 Kim Kavin, author “The Dog Merchants”. All we can say is: This is a MUST read/MUST listen! One of the most important books written about the world of humans and dogs.

The Dog Show #427 – May 3, 2017 How does an Animal Communicator “talk” with animals? This week Julie welcomes Polly Klein of Tonglen Healing Arts for Animals. Polly is an animal communicator, reiki master and cranio-sacral practitioner. Hear Polly's … Read More

The Dog Show #426 – April 26, 2017 “Discover Your Dog's DNA” with Embark's veterinary geneticist, Dr. Erin Chu. Learn not only what breed(s) your mixed breed dog is, but also if your dog has genetic health predispositions and/or genetic … Read More

The Dog Show #425 – April 19, 2017 One size does not fit all! Hear one listener's story of what happened when she applied the training style she learned with her first, male Great Dane, to her second, female Great … Read More