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Wayne Clingman is a longtime fan of history, both the kind they teach in school and the history “they” want kept hidden. Wayne lives in a 116 year old haunted home in Racine, Wisconsin, with his wife, Barb, four Alaskan Malamutes, and a Cat that controls his life. He is the producer of the film MILWAUKEE MAFIA: FRANK BALISTRIERI.As well as being the author of several books, ranging from fiction, through true crime and UFOs, to gambling tips; Wayne is a well-known patron of the arts, who has run film festivals, as well as other arts events and organizations.Visit Wayne online, and check out his books here: https://mrbigbooks.com/Wayne is currently recovering from a number of medical procedures, and his medical bills are piling up. Any help would be much appreciated. More details here: https://www.givesendgo.com/GFQ9FWayne returns to Talking Weird to chat about new UFO revelations, as well as to take a deep dive into UFO history. He'll also be regaling us with some strange tales regarding attempted communication with the spirit world.Wayne is a wealth of knowledge on all things paranormal and offbeat. So expect a lively and insightful conversation about UFOs, spirit communication, and more!
With sub-zero temperatures and heaps of snow as far as the eye can see, this is as close as you can get to the natural habitat of Siberian Huskies, Alaskan Malamutes, and other Arctic dog breeds.零下的气温和一望无际的雪堆组成了和西伯利亚哈士奇、阿拉斯加雪橇犬和其它极地犬种自然栖息地无比相似的环境。More than 1,000 of them have gathered in Östersund, taking on the challenge of pulling their sleds and drivers – or 'mushers' – as quickly as they can on the Swedish trails.超过 1000 只极地犬相聚在厄斯特松德，挑战用最快的速度拉着雪橇和它们的驾驶员，即 “雪橇手” 们，完成位于瑞典的比赛线路。The sprint races range from roughly five kilometres in length up to 34, and drivers can enter into heats where the sled is being pulled by two dogs up 'til the unlimited class that allows for 14 dogs.短程竞速赛分为从大约五公里到 34 公里的不同长度，而驾驶员可以参加不同的预赛类别，从两只狗拉雪橇到最高允许 14 只狗的无限制级别。There's also Nordic style, where the drivers are on skis. Within sled-dog racing, there are also long-distance competitions going on for days, like the annual 1600-kilometre Iditarod Challenge in Alaska, taking the dogs and their drivers on a trail through forests, mountains, and even across sea ice, sometimes through snow blizzards.锦标赛还包括北欧风格雪橇赛，这个项目中驾驶员穿着滑雪板比赛。在雪橇犬竞赛中也有持续多天的长距离赛事，比如每年在阿拉斯加举办的 1600 公里的艾迪塔罗德挑战赛，这一赛事中雪橇犬和它们的驾驶员需要完成途径森林、山地甚至海冰的路线，有时在整个比赛过程中还需要顶着暴风雪前进。And for any skiers worried that 1000 dogs would leave a bit of a mess behind on the snow, the competition managers in Östersund have been cleaning up and gathering any dog waste, and it's being turned into biogas – a renewable energy source used to heat up homes and buildings.而对于担心 1000 只狗会在雪地上留下不少粪便的滑雪者来说，厄斯特松德的赛事管理人员清理并收集了所有狗狗的粪便，并将其转化成了沼气——一种可以用来为住宅和其它建筑供暖的可再生能源。词汇表sub-zero （温度）零下的heaps 一堆，大量breeds （动物的）品种sleds 雪橇trails 雪道；野外的小径sprint races 短程赛，冲刺赛heats 预赛snow blizzards 暴风雪biogas 沼气，生物燃气
TVC 678.2: Part 2 of a conversation that began last week with Laurence Luckinbill (The Boys in the Band, The Delphi Bureau, Star Trek V: The Final Frontier, Lyndon, Hemingway, Teddy Tonight!, Clarence Darrow Tonight!). Topics this segment include how Larry's guest appearance on Harry O in the summer of 1974 resulted in Larry adopting an Alaskan Malumute, whom Larry named Mush (and who remained a beloved part of the Luckinbill family for the next thirteen years), and how William Shatner cast Larry as Sybok in Star Trek V after seeing his one-man show Lyndon on PBS. Larry's autobiography, Affective Memories: How Chance and The Theater Saved My Life, is available wherever books are sold through Sunbury Press.
In this episode, we sit down with Adam Rubin from DogandaJeep—a passionate road tripper who turned his dream of exploring Alaska with his Alaskan Malamute, Odin, into a reality. Adam shares how his love for snow, adventure, and the open road inspired him to move from Detroit to Fairbanks, where he's been living and exploring for the past few years. With the perspective of a seasoned traveler and winter camping expert, Adam offers practical advice on driving through Alaska in all seasons, camping in subzero temperatures, and traveling with pets. From unforgettable journeys up the Dalton Highway to tips for staying comfortable in extreme conditions, Adam's story is both inspiring and packed with insights for anyone planning their own Alaskan adventure. Episode Guest Adam Rubin is the Creative Director for the University of Alaska Fairbanks. After spending 10 years working for the Detroit Pistons of the NBA, he decided to make the leap and move to Alaska to camp and explore the Arctic region of North America. With his 10-year-old Alaskan Malamute, Odin, by his side, he drives an average of 30,000 miles a year, often embarking on 10+ day, 6,000-mile road trips throughout the North and the Pacific Northwest. When not working for UAF, he uses Instagram and YouTube as creative outlets to share his journeys with friends and family, showcasing the raw beauty of Alaska year-round. • Instagram • YouTube Resources Mentioned in this Episode - Alaska Overland Adventures - Alaska Overlander 4x4 Camping Rentals - Garmin inReach Satellite Communicator - Thermacell Mosquito Repellant - We're the Russos YouTube Channel - Newsletter sign up - Book 1: Take Risks - Book 2: Tales From the Open Road Book a 60 Minute Call with Joe Are you buying your first RV or have questions about RVing? Let's see if booking a coaching session with Joe is the right fit for you. Learn More Support the Podcast Download, subscribe, and share this episode. Leave a review. Become a Patron Episode Website https://weretherussos.com/exploring-alaska-adam-rubin-dogandajeep/
Wayne Clingman is a longtime fan of history, both the kind they teach in school and the history “they” want kept hidden. Wayne lives in a 115 year old haunted home in Racine, Wisconsin, with his wife, Barb, four Alaskan Malamutes, and a Cat that controls his life. He is the producer of the film MILWAUKEE MAFIA: FRANK BALISTRIERI.He is also the author of several books, ranging from fiction, through true crime and UFOs, to gambling tips.Wayne returns to Talking Weird to chat about his most recent book PARANORMAL FILES: THE FLYING SAUCERS ARE REAL.A special re-issue of Donald Keyhoe's classic 1950 work THE FLYING SAUCERS ARE REAL - one of the first books on the flying saucer phenomenon - with notes, introduction, and afterword by Wayne Clingman.Buy the book here: https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?Htsa8IVcrqL8spJjL5CyU2l10ptahodpo0CqBxOKMlZFollow Wayne on X: @ClingmanDrWayne is a wealth of knowledge on all things paranormal and offbeat. So get ready for a lively and insightful conversation about UFOs and more!
Wayne Clingman is a longtime fan of history, both the kind they teach in school and the history “they” want kept hidden. Wayne lives in a 115 year old haunted home in Racine, Wisconsin, with his wife, Barb, four Alaskan Malamutes, and a Cat that controls his life. He is the producer of the film MILWAUKEE MAFIA: FRANK BALISTRIERI.He is also the author of several books, ranging from fiction, through true crime and UFOs, to gambling tips. His upcoming book about serial killers - DARK MINDS, BLOODY HANDS - will soon be released by Edge Weaver Books.Visit Edge Weaver books here: https://www.edgeweaverbooks.com/Tonight, Wayne returns to Talking Weird to chat about some lessor known and "atypical" serial killers, including Jack Unterweger. Wayne is a wealth of knowledge on true crime as well as all things paranormal and offbeat. So expect a lively and insightful conversation that starts with serial killers, but moves into other anomalies and mysteries: From Missing 411, through Wiccan ceremonies, to lake monsters!
In this episode of The BK Petcast, we're joined by Nutrition Education Director of Solutions Pet Products, Roxanne Stone, to talk about the pros and cons of feeding your pets raw food, why raw milk became so demonized in western culture and what kibble is actually doing to our pets. Roxanne earned her bachelor's and master's degrees in nutrition and food science from Utah State University. Disillusioned by conventional corporate food practices, she founded Cascadia Food Consulting in 2004 to support organic and regenerative family farms. She transitioned to the pet food industry, excelling in various roles and advocating for raw pet foods at AAFCO meetings. In October 2022, Roxanne became the Director of Nutrition Education at Solutions Pet Products. She resides in Eugene, Oregon, with her husband and their two Alaskan Malamutes, enjoying outdoor activities like camping, hiking, and skiing. https://solutionspetproducts.com/ OUR GUIDES:Homemade Dog Food: https://thebkpets.teachable.com/courses/Homemade Cat Food: https://thebkpets.teachable.com/courses/Improve Your Dog's Kibble: https://thebkpets.teachable.com/courses/ LISTEN TO OUR PODCAST:YouTube: https://rb.gy/ku65fiSpotify: https://rb.gy/lf9uh0Apple Podcasts: https://rb.gy/xrvpcb JOIN OUR COMMUNITY:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebkpets/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebkpetsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebkpetsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebkpetsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/bkpetsTwitter: https://www.x.com/thebkpets RESOURCESOur Website: https://www.thebkpets.comOur Dog Faves: https://www.thebkpets.com/our-dog-faves1-on-1 Consultations: https://www.thebkpets.com/pet-support
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Wayne Clingman is a longtime fan of history, both the kind they teach in school and the history “they” want kept hidden. Wayne lives in a 115 year old haunted home in Racine, Wisconsin, with his wife, Barb, four Alaskan Malamutes, and a Cat that controls his life. He is the producer of the film MILWAUKEE MAFIA: FRANK BALISTRIERI.He is also the author of several books including: MR BIG'S MAGICKAL GUIDE TO GAMBLING: https://books2read.com/u/bWozzG?Wayne visits Talking Weird to chat about the role of magick and the occult in gambling, along with his own experiences with Wicca, folk magic, hauntings, fairies, and other strange phenomena.This is a lively and insightful conversation which explores some dark and mysterious byways of occult belief and the anomalous.
Welcome to another episode of Spooky Gay Bullsh!t, our new weekly hangout where we break down all of the hot topics from the world of the weird, the scary, and issues that affect the LGBTQIA2+ community!This week, we cover: a guy gets caught cloning FrankenSheep for game hunters, a new cat Kaiju may be on the horizon, one woman's DNA journey to uncover she's 40% Alaskan Malamute, a man in Montreal has to convince the government he's not dead, and an unexpected Bratz tribute brings out our inner doll collectors.See you next Friday for more Spooky Gay Bullsh!t!Join the Secret Society That Doesn't Suck for exclusive weekly mini episodes, livestreams, and a whole lot more! patreon.com/thatsspookyGet into our new apparel store and the rest of our merch! thatsspooky.com/storeCheck out our website for show notes, photos, and more at thatsspooky.comFollow us on Instagram for photos from today's episode and all the memes @thatsspookypodWe're on Twitter! Follow us at @thatsspookypodDon't forget to send your spooky gay B.S. to thatsspookypod@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
El Alaskan Malamute está considerado la raza más antigua de los perros del Ártico, pero ¿están emparentados con los lobos de la región? Acompáñame en esta aventura por tierras inhóspitas para conocer a esta raza que sería imprescindible para las tribus Inuit, ya que sin ellos hubiera sido muy difícil la supervivencia; cómo les afectaría la fiebre del oro; su importante papel junto a los exploradores del Polo Norte; quienes los criarían y como han llegado hasta nuestros días; cuál es su carácter y qué necesitarán de ti para ser felices, sin olvidarme de esas anécdotas curiosas en las que conocerás a Barba Roja.
Claus McGawz is the Santa Pawz of New York. Given the job by Santa himself, Claus delivers treats to all the animals on Christmas Eve. But when the Alaskan Malamutes who come down every year to pull Claus's cart are nowhere to be found, he asks Dexter to help him track them down.
Claus McGawz is the Santa Pawz of New York. Given the job by Santa himself, Claus delivers treats to all the animals on Christmas Eve. But when the Alaskan Malamutes who come down every year to pull Claus's cart are nowhere to be found, he asks Dexter to help him track them down.
Marisa from Second Chance Animal Rescue joins Luke and Rach in the studio with Yakobi, Luke's giant Alaskan Malamute, to talk about the positiveness of having pets in the workplace.... LEARN MORE The post Pets for a Positive Workforce appeared first on JOY Breakfast.
Mike Roach is the Experience Officer and one of the Founders of Taysia Blue Rescue. After wearing many hats in life, from architect to mailman, Mike has found his passion helping dogs find their forever homes, alongside his wife Jackie. After quite the origin story, Taysia Blue has helped over 2300 Siberian Huskies and Alaskan Malamutes stay out of the shelter. To learn more about Mike and the Taysia Blue Rescue, check out their website https://www.taysiablue.com/ or give them a follow on social media @taysiablue.
On this week's episode of The Venue Rx Podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin sits down with Blake Harris, owner of The Haven Event Space. Blake shares his journey of starting the venue with his wife Abby and the realities of what venue ownership looks like . Despite facing challenges in finding funding and people who believed in his vision, Blake remained determined and pressed on with the construction of The Haven Event Space. The venue, a contemporary farmhouse-style space on 40 private acres, opened in October 2021. Blake discusses his approach to hiring and delegating tasks, emphasizing the importance of treating his staff well. He also talks about attracting the right clients and increasing prices over time. Blake shares his marketing strategies and the importance of providing excellent service to clients. About Our Guest: The Haven is owned by Blake Harris. He and his wife both hail from families with successful business owners as parents, making it a natural choice for them to follow in their parents' footsteps. Blake's dream of The Haven became a reality, and he personally oversaw its custom design from the ground up, meticulously considering every detail with the guest in mind. Blake's roots trace back to Louisburg, KS, where he completed his education at Louisburg High School. As a child, Blake's father was involved in constructing custom log homes, instilling in him a deep appreciation for the countryside, rustic aesthetics, and personalized craftsmanship. Blake pursued a career in the Human Resources field, leveraging his love for people, boundless energy, and dedication to fostering a thriving workplace culture within his company. After meeting and marrying his wife Abby in 2014, they partnered on the construction of The Haven venue with the help of family members. In February 2020, the Harris family acquired 40 acres of land with the vision of creating a stunning indoor and outdoor event space for not only their family and friends but for all of Kansas City to enjoy. Presently, Blake and Abby reside in Paola, KS, with their son, Lincoln, and their two Alaskan Malamutes, Phin and Phiona! Find Them Here: Address: 2210 W 247th Street Louisburg, Kansas 66053 Tel: 913-562-8787 Email: info@thehaveneventspace.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheHavenKC/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehaveneventspace Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehavenkc/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClT7tf5gPqvwX86N7fOx35Q
Wayne Clingman is a longtime fan of history, both the kind they teach in school and the history “they” want kept hidden. Wayne lives in a 115 year old haunted home in Racine, Wisconsin, with his wife, Barb, four Alaskan Malamutes, and a Cat that controls his life. He is the producer of the film MILWAUKEE MAFIA: FRANK BALISTRIERI Milwaukee Mafia.He is also the author of several books including: UFO CULTS: WATCH THE SKIESVisit Wayne's Amazon author page here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B07S5Z5WSWTonight Wayne joins Dean on Talking Weird to chat about the recent "mummified" alien bodies story out of Mexico. And more to the point, they'll both be putting this latest fiasco into the context of a long history - of alleged alien bodies, and other extraterrestrial relics - that underpins much of modern UFO belief.Expect a lively and insightful conversation that winds its way through the strange and twisting corridors of Ufological history!This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4602609/advertisement
New Children's Book Devoted to the History of our Best Friends Host Laura Reeves is joined by world famous children's book author and illustrator Lita Judge to discuss her newest release, “Dogs: A History of Our Best Friends.” Spoiler alert, Laura and Lita share a friendship dating back almost 40 years! [caption id="attachment_12221" align="alignnone" width="529"] A reunion of old friends as host Laura Reeves visits with Lita Judge, author and illustrator of the newly released children's book, "Dogs: A History of Our Best Friends"[/caption] The book is the result of the pandemic providing Judge the time and mental space to focus on a topic she'd wanted to write about for years, she said. “I think the reason I hadn't written it sooner was because it was just a massive amount of research. It covers 40,000 years of the history of dogs,” Judge said. “And there's so much information about: how did we domesticate them, did they self-domesticate, you know, stacks of books to read. And I felt like I had the quiet space to just really dive into this because I knew that this project was going to be a total labor of love. “It's my second longest book that I've done. And I just wanted to do it. Well, when I was going to do it, you know, I got to research medieval times and prehistoric times and what was our relationship to dogs in 1st century China and how did dogs serve in war and what do therapy dogs do? And you know, all this vast amount of information, I knew this really needed a nice chunk of time to devote to it. So the time was right. A life-long dog lover raised by two Chesapeake Bay Retrievers and an Alaskan Malamute, Judge said “the thing I was the most curious about was how did we get from wolf to dog. And that was just so mind blowing. Like, how does that transition happen? And it was so interesting because I had to talk to different scientists and you know, I used to be a geologist and I worked on dinosaur digs. So I knew everybody has an opinion on these questions. The consensus seems to be more and more they self-domesticated and that they have the social skills because they work as pack animals and they understand working together that they were able to make that leap in working with us. “So I think that was the thing I was really fascinated by. The other thing I was blown away with is that dogs were prescribed as treatment as early as the Middle Ages. If you had a stomach-ache, hold a dog. We didn't understand why (then). Now we know it lowers your cortisone, lowers your blood pressure, releases oxytocin. I mean, we know why now, but we didn't understand that why then. And yet we knew it worked. You know, we knew that that relationship with our dogs was that incredible that it's actually healing, and luckily healing for the dog as well.” Listen in to the full episode or watch the interview on our YouTube channel for more insight and special takeaways that apply to the dog world from Lita's journey from shy, withdrawn teenager to world traveler, doing book tours and speaking engagements for thousands and even how she met her husband on a cross-country bicycle trip.
In this episode, we dig deep into the depths of dog lore to separate fact from fiction. If humans understood all the wags of a dog's tail there might not be so many misconceptions about what they prefer to eat, whether or not they want that giant hug, or if they really play poker. But, the better we get to know our favorite dogs, the more myths we're able to bust. More importantly, the better humans understand their dog's needs, signals, and communication, the stronger the bond between us becomes. Bonafide Bits Great Danes are actually German, not Danish. In 2023, Bobi, a Rafeiro do Alentejo in Portugal, was verified to be the world's oldest dog at 30 years old. You really can teach old dogs new tricks, as expertly demonstrated by 95 Border Collies at the Clever Dog Lab in Austria. Dogs can see color, but are more likely to see blue and yellow toys than popular red or orange toys. Plants in the Allium family, particulary onions, are toxic to all dog breeds but more toxic to Japanese breeds such as Akitas and Shiba Inus. Featured Breeds: Bernese Mountain Dog Big, powerful, and built for hard work, the Bernese Mountain Dog is also strikingly beautiful and blessed with a sweet, affectionate nature. Berners are generally placid but are always up for a romp with the owner, whom they live to please. The Bernese Mountain Dog is a large, sturdy worker who can stand over 27 inches at the shoulder. The thick, silky, and moderately long coat is tricolored: jet black, clear white, and rust. The distinctive markings on the coat and face are breed hallmarks and, combined with the intelligent gleam in the dark eyes, add to the Berner's aura of majestic nobility. A hardy dog who thrives in cold weather, the Berner's brain and brawn helped him multitask on the farms and pastures of Switzerland. Berners get along with the entire family and are particularly gentle with children, but they will often become more attached to one lucky human. Berners are imposing but not threatening, and they maintain an aloof dignity with strangers. Discover more about Bernese Mountain Dogs at AKC's Bernese Mountain Dog Breed Biography. Chihuahua The Chihuahua is a balanced, graceful dog of terrier-like demeanor, weighing no more than six pounds. The rounded “apple” head is a breed hallmark. The erect ears and full, luminous eyes are acutely expressive. Coats come in many colors and patterns and can be long or short. The varieties are identical except for the coat. Chihuahuas possess loyalty, charm, and a big-dog attitude. Even tiny dogs require training, and without it, this clever scamp will rule your household like a little Napoleon. Compact and confident, Chihuahuas are ideal city pets. They are too small for roughhousing with kids, and special care must be taken in cold weather, but Chihuahuas are adaptable as long as they get lots of quality time in their preferred lap. Discover more about Chihuahuas at AKC's Chihuahua Breed Biography. Chinese Crested With their spotted pink skin, spiky “crested” hairdo, furry socks, and feathery tail, you can't mistake the sweet and slender Chinese Crested for any other breed. This frolicsome, ultra-affectionate companion dog is truly a breed apart. The Chinese Crested, a lively and alert toy breed standing between 11 and 13 inches high, can be hairless or coated. The hairless variety has smooth, soft skin and tufts of hair on the head, tail, and ankles. The coated variety, called the “powderpuff,” is covered by a soft, silky coat. Besides the coat, there's very little difference between the powderpuff and his undressed brother. Both varieties are characterized by fine-boned elegance and graceful movement. Cresteds are as fun as they look: playful, loving, and devoted to their humans. The hairless has its advantages: there is no doggy odor, and for obvious reasons shedding isn't much of a problem. Both varieties are attentive housemates, totally in tune with their family. Discover more about Chinese Crested at AKC's Chinese Crested Breed Biography. Irish Wolfhound The calm, dignified, and kindly Irish Wolfhound is the tallest of all AKC breeds. Once fearless big-game hunters capable of dispatching a wolf in single combat, Wolfhounds today are the most serene and agreeable of companions. Discover more about Irish Wolfhounds at AKC's Irish Wolfhound Breed Biography. Great Dane The easygoing Great Dane, the mighty “Apollo of Dogs,” is a total joy to live with — but owning a dog of such imposing size, weight, and strength is a commitment not to be entered into lightly. This breed is indeed great, but not a Dane. Discover more about Great Danes at AKC's Great Dane Breed Biography. Rafeiro do Alentejo The Rafeiro do Alentejo is an excellent farm and estate watchdog. He is also a very useful livestock protector, being more vigilant at night and very serious when guarding territory or any other property entrusted to him. He has a calm and confident expression. Since the beginning of the breed's history, Rafeiros Alentejanos were used in packs as hunting dogs for big game, though this function has gradually disappeared over time. More recently, the breed is a guard dog for property and livestock, watching sheep and cattle. They also often work alone in prairies and will defend the herd against any intruders. Hailing from Portugal, the Rafeiro do Alentejo is a large-sized dog, powerful, rustic, sober, and calm. He moves with a heavy, slow roll. His coat is short or medium-length and thick, straight, and dense. They can be black, wolf gray, or fawn, with or without brindling, always with white markings; or white with patches of these colors. Discover more about Rafeiro do Alentejo at AKC's Rafeiro do Alentejo Breed Biography. Akita Akitas are burly, heavy-boned spitz-type dogs of imposing stature. Standing 24 to 28 inches at the shoulder, Akitas have a dense coat that comes in several colors, including white. The head is broad and massive and is balanced in the rear by a full, curled-over tail. The erect ears and dark, shining eyes contribute to an expression of alertness, a hallmark of the breed. Akitas are quiet, fastidious dogs. Wary of strangers and often intolerant of other animals, Akitas will gladly share their silly, affectionate side with family and friends. They thrive on human companionship. The large, independent-thinking Akita is hardwired for protecting those they love. They must be well-socialized from birth with people and other dogs. Discover more about Akitas at AKC's Akita Breed Biography. Shiba Inu An ancient Japanese breed, the Shiba Inu is a little but well-muscled dog once employed as a hunter. Today, the spirited, good-natured Shiba is the most popular companion dog in Japan. The adaptable Shiba is at home in town or country. Brought to America from Japan as recently as 60 years ago, Shibas are growing in popularity in the West and are already the most popular breed in their homeland. Their white markings combined with their coloring (red, red sesame, or black and tan) and their alert expression and smooth stride make them almost foxlike. They're sturdy, muscular dogs with a bold, confident personality to match. Discover more about Shiba Inus at AKC's Shiba Inu Breed Biography. German Shepherd Dog There are many reasons why German Shepherd Dogs stand in the front rank of canine royalty, but experts say their defining attribute is character: loyalty, courage, confidence, the ability to learn commands for many tasks, and the willingness to put their life on the line in defense of loved ones. German Shepherd Dogs will be gentle family pets and steadfast guardians, but, the breed standard says, there's a “certain aloofness that does not lend itself to immediate and indiscriminate friendships.” Discover more about German Shepherd Dogs at AKC's German Shepherd Dog Breed Biography. Siberian Husky The graceful, medium-sized Siberian Husky's almond-shaped eyes can be either brown or blue and sometimes one of each, and convey a keen but amiable, and even mischievous expression. Quick and nimble-footed, Siberians are known for their powerful but seemingly effortless gait. Tipping the scales at no more than 60 pounds, they are noticeably smaller and lighter than their burly cousin, the Alaskan Malamute. As born pack dogs, they enjoy family life and get on well with other dogs. The Sibes' innate friendliness renders them indifferent watchdogs. These are energetic dogs who can't resist chasing small animals, so secure room to run is a must. An attractive feature of the breed: Sibes are naturally clean, with little doggy odor. Discover more about Siberian Huskies at AKC's Siberian Husky Breed Biography. Golden Retriever The Golden Retriever, an exuberant Scottish gundog of great beauty, stands among America's most popular dog breeds. They are serious workers at hunting and fieldwork, as guides for the blind, and in search-and-rescue, enjoy obedience and other competitive events, and have an endearing love of life when not at work. Discover more about Golden Retrievers at AKC's Golden Retriever Breed Biography. Labrador Retriever The sweet-faced, lovable Labrador Retriever is America's most popular dog breed. Labs are friendly, outgoing, and high-spirited companions who have more than enough affection to go around for a family looking for a medium-to-large dog. Labs are famously friendly. They are companionable housemates who bond with the whole family, and they socialize well with neighbor dogs and humans alike. But don't mistake his easy-going personality for low energy: The Lab is an enthusiastic athlete that requires lots of exercise like swimming and marathon games of fetch, to keep physically and mentally fit. Discover more about Labrador Retrievers at AKC's Labrador Retriever Breed Biography. English Springer Spaniel The English Springer Spaniel is a sweet-faced, lovable bird dog of great energy, stamina, and brains. Sport hunters cherish the duality of working Springers: handsome, mannerly pets during the week, and trusty hunting buddies on weekends. Discover more about English Springer Spaniels at AKC's English Springer Spaniel Breed Biography. Otterhound Big, boisterous, and affectionate, the Otterhound was bred in medieval England for the now-outlawed activity of otter hunting. This scarce breed is known for its dense shaggy coat, webbed feet, an acute sense of smell, and affinity for swimming. Discover more about Otterhounds at AKC's Otterhound Breed Biography. Portuguese Water Dog The bright and biddable Portuguese Water Dog was bred to be an all-around fisherman's helper. The robust, medium-sized body is covered by a coat of tight, low-shedding curls. They are eager and athletic companions built for water work. Discover more about Portuguese Water Dogs at AKC's Portuguese Water Dog Breed Biography. Chesapeake Bay Retriever The Chesapeake Bay Retriever, peerless duck dog of the Mid-Atlantic, is an American original who embodies the classic traits of a good retriever: loyal, upbeat, affectionate, and tireless. The Chessie is famous for his waterproof coat. Chessies are strong, powerfully built gundogs standing anywhere from 21 to 26 inches at the shoulder. A male can weigh up to 80 pounds. The distinctive breed trait is a wavy coat that is oily to the touch. Chessies are solid-colored, either chocolatey brown, sedge, or deadgrass, with keen yellow-amber eyes that nicely complement the coat. Chessies are more emotionally complex than the usual gundog. Chessies take to training, but they have a mind of their own and can tenaciously pursue their own path. They are protective of their humans and polite, but not overtly friendly to strangers. Chessies make excellent watchdogs and are versatile athletes. A well-socialized Chessie is a confident companion and world-class hunting buddy. Discover more about Chesapeake Bay Retrievers at AKC's Chesapeake Bay Retriever Breed Biography. Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever The smallest of the AKC's retrievers, the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is intelligent, affectionate, and eager to please. Play fetch with a tireless Toller until your right arm falls off, and he will ask you to throw left-handed. The little gundog with the big name is the smallest AKC retriever, standing ideally 18 or 19 inches at the shoulder. The Toller's trademark is a coat of stunning crimson, ranging from golden red to a dark coppery color, with white markings. Strong and agile, Tollers are medium dogs: medium in size, bone, and coat length. The almond-shaped eyes project an alert expression. Tollers are upbeat athletes who require outlets for their boundless vigor: hunting, hiking, camping, and, of course, swimming (for which they are ideally suited, down to their webbed feet). Tollers are smart, handsome, affectionate companions, but these red tornadoes can be recommended only to those with enough time and energy to keep them usefully occupied. Discover more about Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever at AKC's Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Breed Biography. Dachshund The famously long, low silhouette, ever-alert expression, and bold, vivacious personality of the Dachshund have made him a superstar of the canine kingdom. Dachshunds come in two sizes and in three coat types of various colors and patterns. The word “icon” is terribly overworked, but the Dachshund, with his unmistakable long-backed body, little legs, and big personality, is truly an icon of purebred dogdom. Dachshunds can be standard-sized (usually 16 to 32 pounds) or miniature (11 pounds or under), and come in one of three coat types: smooth, wirehaired, or longhaired. Dachshunds aren't built for distance running, leaping, or strenuous swimming, but otherwise, these tireless hounds are game for anything. Smart and vigilant, with a big-dog bark, they make fine watchdogs. Bred to be an independent hunter of dangerous prey, they can be brave to the point of rashness, and a bit stubborn, but their endearing nature and unique look have won millions of hearts the world over. Discover more about Dachshunds at AKC's Dachshund Breed Biography. Pembroke Welsh Corgi Among the most agreeable of all small house dogs, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a strong, athletic, and lively little herder who is affectionate and companionable without being needy. They are one of the world's most popular herding breeds. Discover more about Pembroke Welsh Corgis at AKC's Pembroke Welsh Corgi Breed Biography. Basset Hound The Basset Hound stands no higher than 14 inches at the shoulder but, with his remarkably heavy bone, powerful little legs, and massive paws, he possesses big-dog strength and stamina. Bassets are famous for a large, domed head that features extremely long, velvety ears, mournful eyes, and a wrinkled brow, which give the breed the look of a sad clown. Built more for endurance than speed, the Basset moves in a deliberate but effortless manner. The breed's scenting ability is uncanny; it's said that among dogs only the Bloodhound's nose is more accurate. Mild and agreeable at home, the Basset is stubborn on the trail and barks in a loud, ringing voice. Although they may not be wildly demonstrative in their affections, they are steadfastly loyal. Discover more about Basset Hounds at AKC's Basset Hound Breed Biography. For more information about a specific breed visit the breed's parent club or AKC.org. Shareables Dogs are not color blind, they just see colors differently from humans. Blue and yellow toys stand out more than other colors. Used as scent atomizers, the sweat glands on a dog's skin are not used for evaporation or cooling. A dog's wagging tail is an effective communication tool, as long as you don't come in at the tail end of the conversation.
In this episode, we scour through the archives for irresistible stories behind breed names. Breed names are a vital tool for classifying our canine companions, yet it's the individuals, the Lunas and Maxs, the Rovers, Spots, and Fidos who breathe meaning into who these breeds become in our lives. Many breeds acquired their names from the prey they hunted, the location in which they were discovered, or by inheriting the names of the people who developed or fancied them. The names we give dogs highlight times, places, and people in every chapter of the human story. Dogs accompanied our earliest ancestors and will undoubtedly be there to guide our descendants. Bonafide Bits: Huskies were not named for their strong, hefty physiques or sled-pulling abilities. Elvis, a beagle, sniffs polar bear poop at zoos to detect pregnancies. There is no such breed as a “French” Poodle, as Poodles were originally developed in Germany. A heart-wrenching story of Abraham Lincoln's dog popularized the name Fido. Luna and Max top the AKC's list of most popular dog names for 2022. Featured Breeds: Cairn Terriers Cairn Terriers are happy, busy little earth dogs originally bred to fearlessly root out foxes and other small, furred prey in the rocky Scottish countryside. Curious and alert, Cairns like having a place where they can explore and dig. The Cairn's unique qualities, called “Cairnishness,” include a short, wide head and a free-moving, short-legged body that exudes strength but not heaviness, topping out at about 10 inches high and about 15 inches long. The double coat is harsh and wiry on top and downy beneath. A Cairn presents as a small, shaggy, alert dog, with head, tail, and ears up, and eyes shining with intelligence. A British breed club promotes Cairns as the “best little pal in the world.” Cairns are small enough for a laptop snuggle and sturdy enough for a good romp on the lawn. They do best with lots of close family contact. For owners who cherish the terrier qualities of gameness, independent thinking, and true-blue loyalty, no other breed will do. Discover more about Cairn Terriers at AKC's Cairn Terrier Breed Biography. Siberian Husky The graceful, medium-sized Siberian Husky's almond-shaped eyes can be either brown or blue and sometimes one of each, and convey a keen but amiable, and even mischievous expression. Quick and nimble-footed, Siberians are known for their powerful but seemingly effortless gait. Tipping the scales at no more than 60 pounds, they are noticeably smaller and lighter than their burly cousin, the Alaskan Malamute. As born pack dogs, they enjoy family life and get on well with other dogs. The Sibes' innate friendliness renders them indifferent watchdogs. These are energetic dogs who can't resist chasing small animals, so secure room to run is a must. An attractive feature of the breed: Sibes are naturally clean, with little doggy odor. Discover more about Siberian Huskies at AKC's Siberian Husky Breed Biography. Beagle Not only is the Beagle an excellent hunting dog and loyal companion, but it is also happy-go-lucky, funny, and — thanks to its pleading expression — cute. They were bred to hunt in packs, so they enjoy company and are generally easygoing. Discover more about Beagles at AKC's Beagle Breed Biography. Scottish Deerhound Stand back: You need a little distance to fully appreciate the majesty of this ancient beast. In silhouette we see a noble coursing hound struck from the classic Greyhound template. Deerhounds are, though, much larger and more substantial than Greyhounds; a good-sized male can stand 32 inches at the shoulder and weigh 110 pounds. The crisp coat is seen in several colors; breed aficionados prefer the dark blue-gray coat. The tapered head and long neck add extra lift to an already stately hound. Discover more about Scottish Deerhounds at AKC's Scottish Deerhound Breed Biography. American Foxhound American Foxhounds are good-natured, low-maintenance hounds who get on well with kids, dogs, and even cats, but come with special considerations for prospective owners. They are closely associated with Revolutionary heroes and the rolling estates of old Virginia. Discover more about American Foxhounds at AKC's American Foxhound Breed Biography. Otterhound Big, boisterous, and affectionate, the Otterhound was bred in medieval England for the now-outlawed activity of otter hunting. This scarce breed is known for its dense shaggy coat, webbed feet, an acute sense of smell, and affinity for swimming. Discover more about Otterhounds at AKC's Otterhound Breed Biography. Norwegian Elkhound The Norwegian Elkhound is a robust spitz type known for his lush silver-gray coat and dignified but friendly demeanor. The durable Elkhound is among Europe's oldest dogs. They sailed with the Vikings and figured in Norse art and legend. Norwegian Elkhounds are hardy, short-bodied dogs standing about 20 inches at the shoulder. They have a dense silver-gray coat and a tail curling tightly over the back. The deep chest, sturdy legs, and muscular thighs belong to a dog built for an honest day's work. The eyes are a dark brown and the ears are mobile and erect. Overall, an Elkhound is the picture of an alert and steadfast dog of the north. Elkhounds are famously fine companions and intelligent watchdogs. Agility and herding trials are good outlets for their natural athleticism and eagerness. Reserved until introductions are made, an Elkhound is a trustworthy friend ever after. These strong, confident dogs are truly sensitive souls, with a dash of houndy independence. Discover more about Norwegian Elkhound at AKC's Norwegian Elkhound Breed Biography. Cocker Spaniel The merry and frolicsome Cocker Spaniel, with his big, dreamy eyes and impish personality, is one of the world's best-loved breeds. They were developed as hunting dogs, but Cockers gained wide popularity as all-around companions. Discover more about Cocker Spaniels at AKC's Cocker Spaniel Breed Biography. Bernese Mountain Dog Big, powerful, and built for hard work, the Bernese Mountain Dog is also strikingly beautiful and blessed with a sweet, affectionate nature. Berners are generally placid but are always up for a romp with the owner, whom they live to please. The Bernese Mountain Dog is a large, sturdy worker who can stand over 27 inches at the shoulder. The thick, silky, and moderately long coat is tricolored: jet black, clear white, and rust. The distinctive markings on the coat and face are breed hallmarks and, combined with the intelligent gleam in the dark eyes, add to the Berner's aura of majestic nobility. A hardy dog who thrives in cold weather, the Berner's brain and brawn helped him multitask on the farms and pastures of Switzerland. Berners get along with the entire family and are particularly gentle with children, but they will often become more attached to one lucky human. Berners are imposing but not threatening, and they maintain an aloof dignity with strangers. Discover more about Bernese Mountain Dogs at AKC's Bernese Mountain Dog Breed Biography. Portuguese Water Dog The bright and biddable Portuguese Water Dog was bred to be an all-around fisherman's helper. The robust, medium-sized body is covered by a coat of tight, low-shedding curls. They are eager and athletic companions built for water work. Discover more about Portuguese Water Dogs at AKC's Portuguese Water Dog Breed Biography. Sealyham Terrier The Sealyham Terrier is brave and spirited, but not as spiky as smaller terriers. These sturdy, outgoing companions are recognized by their “fall,” the mass of hair covering the forehead. Sealy fans enjoy their dog's sly sense of humor. Standing less than 11 inches at the shoulder and weighing about 24 pounds, Sealys are not big enough to be considered medium-sized dogs, but they stand among the strongest and most substantial of what we think of as small dogs. A typical Sealy is well-muscled, built low to the ground, and moves easily with long, determined strides. The weatherproof coat is predominantly white, and a long, broad head is furnished with lavish facial hair. Despite their rep as the bruiser among short-legged terriers, Sealys are cute, funny, affectionate, outgoing, and trainable, if a bit stubborn. Their alertness and a big-dog bark make Sealys excellent watchdogs. Blessed with an adaptable nature, Sealys are amenable to city dwellings or country life. Discover more about Sealyham Terriers at AKC's Sealyham Terrier Breed Biography. Staffordshire Bull Terrier From his brawling past, the muscular but agile Staffordshire Bull Terrier retains the traits of courage and tenacity. Happily, good breeding transformed this former gladiator into a mild, playful companion with a special feel for kids. Discover more about Staffordshire Bull Terriers at AKC's Staffordshire Bull Terrier Breed Biography. Berger Picard The Berger Picard is a lanky herding dog of strong bone and sturdy build. Picards spent centuries as take-charge independent problem-solvers, so early socialization and positive training are necessary to cope with their stubborn streak. Discover more about Berger Picards at AKC's Berger Picard Breed Biography. Czechoslovakian Vlcak An alert, primitive canine that resembles a wolf in appearance. They are highly intelligent, powerful, active, loyal, and devoted to their owner. They have superior eyesight, hearing, and sense of smell and are known for having excellent stamina and endurance. The Czechoslovakian Vlcak (CSV) was originally bred for working border patrol in Czechoslovakia in the 1950s. They are currently used in Europe and the United States for search and rescue, tracking, obedience, agility, drafting, herding, and working dog sports. The CSV is bred for versatility and hardiness in harsh elements and is much more independent in nature than many other working breeds. They are an excellent choice for tracking or trailing sport/work or as a companion for active owners who enjoy spending time doing outdoor activities such as biking, running, or hiking. They are not, however, recommended for first-time owners. Discover more about Czechoslovakian Vlcaks at AKC's Czechoslovakian Vlcak Breed Biography. Rhodesian Ridgeback The Rhodesian Ridgeback is an all-purpose “Renaissance hound” whose hallmark is the ridge, or stripe of backward-growing hair, on his back. Though the breed was made famous in its native Africa for its skill at tracking and baying, but never, ever killing, lions, today Ridgebacks are cherished family dogs whose owners must be prepared to deal with their independence and strong prey drive. Discover more about Rhodesian Ridgebacks at AKC's Rhodesian Ridgeback Breed Biography. German Shepherd Dog There are many reasons why German Shepherd Dogs stand in the front rank of canine royalty, but experts say their defining attribute is character: loyalty, courage, confidence, the ability to learn commands for many tasks, and the willingness to put their life on the line in defense of loved ones. German Shepherd Dogs will be gentle family pets and steadfast guardians, but, the breed standard says, there's a “certain aloofness that does not lend itself to immediate and indiscriminate friendships.” Discover more about German Shepherd Dogs at AKC's German Shepherd Dog Breed Biography. Poodle Forget those old stereotypes of Poodles as sissy dogs. Poodles are eager, athletic, and wickedly smart “real dogs” of remarkable versatility. The Standard, with his greater size and strength, is the best all-around athlete of the family, but all Poodles can be trained with great success. Discover more about Poodles at AKC's Poodle (Standard) Breed Biography. Affenpinscher The Affen's apish look has been described in many ways. They've been called “monkey dogs” and “ape terriers.” The French say diablotin moustachu (“mustached little devil”), and Star Wars fans argue whether they look more like Wookies or Ewoks. Standing less than a foot tall, these sturdy terrier-like dogs approach life with great confidence. “This isn't a breed you train,” a professional dog handler tells us, “He's like a human. You befriend him.” The dense, harsh coat is described as “neat but shaggy” and comes in several colors; the gait is light and confident. They can be willful and domineering, but mostly Affens are loyal, affectionate, and always entertaining. Affen people say they love being owned by their little monkey dogs. Discover more about Affenpinschers at AKC's Affenpinscher Breed Biography. Peruvian Inca Orchid Agile, smart, and swift, the Peruvian Inca Orchid is an elegant sighthound that developed in Peru. The breed can be hairless or coated and comes in three sizes: small, medium, and large. Lively and alert, these dogs can be very good hunters and do well in lure coursing, rally, and agility. In the hairless variety, the skin can be of any color. In the coated variety, all colors are accepted including black, brown, gray, pink, tan, and white. Discover more about Peruvian Inca Orchids at AKC's Peruvian Inca Orchid Breed Biography. Yorkshire Terrier Beneath the dainty, glossy, floor-length coat of a Yorkshire Terrier beats the heart of a feisty, old-time terrier. Yorkies earned their living as ratters in mines and mills long before they became the beribboned lapdogs of Victorian ladies. Discover more about Yorkshire Terriers at AKC's Yorkshire Terrier Breed Biography. For more information about a specific breed visit the breed's parent club or AKC.org. Shareables: Of all the 200 AKC-recognized breeds, more than half are named to reference the place they were first noticed by Europeans or North Americans. Several dogs still retain the name of a country that no longer exists such as the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Czechoslovakian Vlcak. The AKC recently published the top dog names for 2022 and they are Luna (female) and Max (male).
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In this episode, I speak with Shawn Tylka about Atlanta to get an insider view of the city. Shawn has lived in Atlanta since 1994 making her practically a native by Atlanta standards. She lives in Atlanta, Georgia, with her rescued Alaskan Malamutes, Hercules and Beethoven, and is the proud mother of a grown daughter, Mackenzie. Shawn Tylka serves on the Americas Field Marketing Team for Ciena focusing on the MSO Practice and the Lumen team. With more than 25 years in telecommunications, she has been honored as a Cable Pioneer by The Cable Center for her 20+ years of work with the cable industry. An avid volunteer, Shawn is the logistics leader for Women Orthopaedist Global Organization, WOGO, an Operation Walk team which serves under-served communities around the world. WOGO undertakes yearly trips to developing countries where orthopedic reconstructive procedures are not readily available. Shawn manages all of the non-medical logistics for the team, moving 65 people around different developing nations. She also spends time volunteering for Atlanta-based charities. Shawn has a Bachelor of Science from Hood College in Frederick, Maryland. She lives in Atlanta, Georgia with her rescued Alaskan Malamutes, Hercules and Beethoven and is the proud mother of a grown daughter, Mackenzie. Links for Experiences: Atlanta City Pass - https://www.citypass.com/atlanta Center for Puppetry Arts - https://puppet.org College Football Hall of Fame - https://www.cfbhall.com World of Coca-Cola - https://www.worldofcoca-cola.com Georgia Aquarium – www.georgiaaquarium.org Atlanta Botanical Gardens - https://atlantabg.org Atlanta History Center - https://www.atlantahistorycenter.com The Margaret Mitchell House - http://museu.ms/museum/details/501/margaret-mitchell-house Fernbank Museum - https://www.fernbankmuseum.org Martin Luther King Historical Site - https://www.nps.gov/malu/index.htm The Fabulous Fox Theater - https://www.foxtheatre.org Zoo Atlanta – www.zooatlanta.org High Museum of Art – www.high.org Various Movie Tours (MCU, Walking Dead, Stranger Things and more) https://www.viator.com/Atlanta-tourism/d784-r26993027291-s384239531 Links for Dining: Le Bilbouqet Buckhead - https://www.lebilboquetatlanta.com/ Atlas - https://atlasrestaurant.com Gunshow - https://gunshowatl.com Lazy Betty -
Hey there matcha babies!!! This might be one of our most important episodes yet! On today's episode the Mira shares her experience finding a lost puppy! The girls also talk about the importance of knowing what you're getting into before adopting a pet, and adopting over shopping! Check out Mira's highlight called "Baloo Bear" to see him! He needs a good home, babies, so here is where to find him! Ask for Baloo (unless they have already changed his name), husky/Alaskan Malamute mix. Pets In Need Palo Alto 3281 E Bayshore Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303, United States https://www.petsinneed.org/ Dm us for more info or if you're going to go pick him up! Let's rescue this good boy! Video Episode available on our Patreon: patreon.com/matchamondays Our socials: Instagram @matchamondayspodcast TikTok @matchamondayspodcast Mira Instagram @miisa.miira Mira TikTok @miisa.miira Silver Instagram @matchasilver Silver TikTok @matchasilver --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/matchamondayspodcast/support
Canine Herpes Virus from the Veterinary Perspective [caption id="attachment_10897" align="alignleft" width="253"] BRUCE W. CHRISTENSEN, DVM, MS, DACT[/caption] Dr. Bruce Christensen, DVM from https://kokopellivet.net/ (Kokopelli Assisted Reproductive Services), joins host Laura Reeves to talk about treating pregnant dogs and their puppies for Canine Herpes Virus. Last week we heard from Alaskan Malamute breeder Wendy Korr on her experience with this potentially devastating disease in her litter. Today we are joined by the veterinarian who led the treatment of dam and puppies with a refresher course on CHV. “Herpes virus is not something that we typically screen for on a routine basis with our breeding bitches,” Christensen said. “It could be argued that maybe we should, but I guess in our conversation today we can probably talk about why that is or isn't so. “The bottom line is that it's a pretty common virus. And so most bitches, and stud dogs, have been exposed to it and have it essentially, although it's not actively causing disease in most of them. However, the dangerous thing is if a bitch hasn't been exposed to herpes virus and then she's initially exposed to it while she's pregnant, especially in that last half of gestation. “That would be the most dangerous time because the first time that an animal is exposed to herpes virus, they have the strongest immune response and the least prepared immune response, so the virus has more of a head start. Since the body hasn't seen it before, there aren't any lingering antibodies to recognize the virus and mount a quicker subsequent response. So the initial response is a little slower at coming and gives the virus more time to do damage. And that damage during the second-half of pregnancy will involve the fetuses and potentially much more likely infect them. “If a bitch has been exposed before, then she'll have antibodies and she's already got the virus in her, just in the latent state. And if it reproduces or comes back out, her immune system should be adequate enough to protect the puppies that are in utero. So if you find that she's naive, in other words that she has not been exposed to herpes virus, then you need to be hyper vigilant about keeping her away from other dogs throughout the rest of her pregnancy because you don't want her to be exposed for the first time during her pregnancy. “So that dog needs to be on real lockdown and isolation from any outside dogs. If you have dogs in your household that will have contact with her 'cause it just be too difficult to keep them apart, they need to be tested. And if they're negative, then they could continue to have contact with her and no other dogs. If they're positive, then you probably wanna temporarily rehome them to keep them away from her during that pregnancy so that they don't potentially spread it to her while she's pregnant. “Most species have their own herpes viruses and they're not communicable between species. We all know coronavirus jumps between species because of what the world's gone through in the last couple years, right? Herpes virus doesn't do that. It pretty much stays true to the species it's evolved with. “But once you get a herpes infection, the viruses pretty much behave the same. They go into your cells and they stay in your cells for your lifetime. Now they're usually quiet and just sit there, not replicating, just quiet inside the cells. Usually, it's in times of stress that they are triggered. Everybody listening to this podcast is going to be familiar with herpes virus in people, ‘Damn it, I got a cold sore.' So that's because the virus. Once you've got it, it's in your body forever and during times of stress it'll come out and cause those annoying problems. In the dog, it's the same. “Once a dog becomes exposed to herpes virus, it's in the dog for life, but most of the time it's just quiet inside the cells. During times of stress, it can come back out. And...
526 -- Chinook: The Gentleman's Carriage Horse of Sled Dogs Rare Breeds Month continues today at Pure Dog Talk. Our final conversation is with Karen Hinchy and Ginger Corley about the Chinook, the Gentleman's Carriage Horse of Sled Dogs. Corley, one of the longest-term Chinook breeders in the US today, acquired her first in the 1980s. “I wanted a dog that was large but not bigger than me,” Corley said. “I wanted a dog that was friendly. I wanted a dog that didn't require a lot of grooming. Eventually I kept narrowing down the list and came to Chinooks without really grasping how rare they were at the time. “It was designed to be a mid-level dog … it fills the niche between the smaller, racier Siberian and the large freighting Alaskan Malamute. The Chinook is the gentleman's carriage horse of sled dogs. It may not be as fast as the the Alaskan Husky, which is the racing machine that is on your Iditarod teams. Those dogs are much smaller than your average Chinook. It's not going to be the huge freighting dog that they Alaskan Malamute and some of the other indigenous freighting breeds of the northern extremes were. “But it can go for a reasonably long distance at a darn good clip carrying a relatively heavy load. Plus it is the sled dog you can live with. They don't want to run away from home like your average Siberian. And they have very little urge to fight with other dogs. A lot of us will own multiples. “They were developed in the New England area by Arthur Walden, a gentleman who had been up in Alaska during the Yukon gold rush. He had worked as what was known as a dog puncher back then. He was delivering supplies and mail to the prospector's that were looking for gold. His favorite dog while he was up there was one he called Chinook. “Eventually he decides to breed his ultimate sled dog. They were a unique look of their own. They were a big yellowish, what we now call tawny or might be considered fawn, sled dog. Their coat rather than standing off from the body like you see in a show Husky or Malamute, it's more of a short coated Saint Bernard type, where it lies flatter to the body, but there is substantial undercoat. There were three in the initial litter and they turned out to be just magnificent sled dogs. And from there, things took off.” “The Chinook is the state dog New Hampshire,” Hinchy noted. “I think there's only a few States and dog breeds that we have where American breeds are recognized as official state dog, so we're pretty proud of that. The actual dog Chinook, and his progeny, were a large number of the dogs that competed in the first races in the New England sled dog club, which is a pretty famous group up here. This is before Leonard Seppala and some of the Siberians arrived and took over the speed scene. “The interesting thing about Chinooks is Arthur Walden sort of created them and stewarded their future and their breeding for the first 10 years (in the 1920s). Then he went off to Antarctica and when he came back, ultimately the breed ended up passing through one person at a time as the main breeder. All the way through the ‘70s there was generally one single breeder in the country that controlled the breeding of Chinooks. As a result, of course, it kept the numbers low and the breed very rare. "In 1965, Chinooks were listed in the Guinness Book of world records as the rarest dog in the world, with 125 alive. Fast forward to just before Ginger stepped onto the scene, we know there were eleven intact Chinooks anywhere in 1981. There's still only about 1,100 chinooks in the world.” Listen to the full episode to hear more fascinating details about saving and growing the population of this rare breed, the cross-breeding that was done to salvage them and their unique characteristics in the working group.
Which dog was bred to hunt vermin on the rocky coasts of Scotland? Which canine can survive in temperatures reaching 70 degrees below zero? Which breed started out assisting fishermen at sea? Find out the answers on this episode of Dogs 101 where we'll meet the Portuguese Water Dog, Bernese Mountain Dog, Alaskan Malamute, Afghan Hound, and the Cairn Terrier.For even more dog content, stream full episodes of Dogs 101 on discovery+. Go to discoveryplus.com/dogs101 to start your free trial today. Terms apply.
www.DogCastRadio.comIn an episode all about dogs helping people, and people helping dogs, Fernando Ramirez talks about using dog sledding as a form of therapy for dogs, and Fiona Airey talks about her assistance dog, Verlin, and how Canine Partners have given her her life back. An uplifting listen.
www.DogCastRadio.comIn an episode all about dogs helping people, and people helping dogs, Fernando Ramirez talks about using dog sledding as a form of therapy for dogs, and Fiona Airey talks about her assistance dog, Verlin, and how Canine Partners have given her her life back. An uplifting listen.
This episode, The Movie Show with Joel & Ryan give you three reasons Danny DeVito's Hoffa is better than The Irishman. Pay tribute to all time great animal performer Canadian timber wolf-Alaskan Malamute hybrid 'Jed.' And then tackle the two best Merchant-Ivory collaborations, Howards End and Remains of the Day, before ending with a hottake @askjoelandryan
http://indidogs.com/los-peligros-de-rapar-a-un-perro-de-pelo-de-doble-capa/ Si tenéis un perro de pelo duro como el Pastor alemán, Husky, Alaskan Malamute, Chow-Chow, Pomerania, Spitz… hay que tener en cuenta que si les cortas el pelo en verano, estarías debilitándolo con el tiempo por lo que no es aconsejable. La mejor opción es cepillar bastante (a contrapelo y a favor del pelo) para eliminar el pelo muerto que suele formarse sobre el sano ya que de esta manera se evita que se enrede ayudando a su oxigenación. En estas razas, lo ideal es llevarlo a peluquería para bañarlos y que lo cepillen a conciencia cada pocos meses para mantener su manto lo más sano posible. Si lo llevamos solo en verano a eliminar pelo muerto es muy difícil eliminarlo todo y el animal lo pasará peor. Por otro lado están los perros que normalmente se les corta el pelo todo el año: Schnauzer, Bichón, Fox terrier, Yorkshire, Cocker, etc. En estos casos, lo ideal es cuidar muy bien su pelaje para evitar que se formen nudos ya que si se forman nudos, la mayoría de las veces hay que cortarlos. En estas razas, los peluqueros recomiendan una técnica llamada Stripping, consiste en arrancar los pelos muertos en lugar de cortarlos para favorecer el manto piloso canino sin dañar los pelos nuevos, en lugar de cortarlos todos a tijera o cuchilla. Tener un perro de pelo largo implica cepillar prácticamente todos los días para evitar la formación de nudos. Los animales de pelo muy largo, con tendencia a enredarse, sí pueden tener problemas de aireación en verano, según un estudio realizado por la Universidad. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
In Episode 14, Dave and Adam chat with tech coach Teresa Engler about what it's like being the only tech coach in a K-12 district and how the job has changed thanks to COVID's effects on education. They also chat about electric cars, raising Alaskan Malamutes, and how to make the perfect Old Fashioned. For more info and show notes, visit https://podcast.edtechdistilled.com/show.html?a=1636051724695 "Slow Burn" and "Cold Sober" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
Welcome to the 61st episode of The Speak Seductively Podcast. Our guest for this episode is a fascinating man, Wayne 'Mr. Big' Clingman. We met Wayne on twitter, exchanged some information and began chatting about doing a potential episode. Kyle was fascinated by Wayne's writing, especially his non-fiction work on the Milwaukee Mob. Then, he discovered Wayne had written an erotica story using his organized crime knowledge and love of the 'early' organized crime period of the 20's through 40's. The short story, Alias 'Mr. Big' is a fun read and throwback to film noir... But, let's save that for the interview. Wayne's bio information from his website is shared below along with a link to his Amazon author page. Wayne is first and foremost an accomplished student of history & not just the kind they teach in school, but also that which governments and the powerful wish to keep hidden. Wayne & his wife Barb live in a 115 year old home in Racine Wisconsin, on the Lake Michigan coast with their four Alaskan Malamutes, and "Office Cat" . Wayne is the producer of Milwaukee Mafia - Frank Balistrieri. See a link to the You Tube Video below Milwaukee Mafia - Frank Balistrieri -- https://youtu.be/HCFHBKucBvU Wayne's Author Page -- https://www.amazon.com/Wayne-Clingman/e/B07S5Z5WSW?ref_=dbs_p_ebk_r00_abau_000000 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kyle-canon/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kyle-canon/support
This Episode we speak with Mike Suttle of Logan Haus Kennels... Mike is a well know breeder and trainer. Mike has well proven breedings of Malinois and Dutch Shepherds as well as Labradors. I personally have had 2 dogs from Logan Haus (1 Malinois and 1 Labrador) both have been outstanding dogs. *Episode Warning, Mike is on a cell phone during this interview and at times has spotty signal, he cuts out from time to time but you can still follow what he is saying and speaking about. Logan Haus Kennels is owned by Mike Suttle. Mike has been training and raising working dogs for over 30 years. He began with the first working sled dog kennel in West Virginia where he trained Siberian Huskies and Alaskan Malamutes. At age13, he titled his first dog in obedience. Growing up on a cattle farm, he learned how to train herding dogs for livestock. Throughout his high school years, he worked as a veterinary assistant. He then spent 8 years in the United States Marine Corps where he was first introduced to the military working dog program. For the last 20 years, he has dedicated his efforts solely on working military and police dogs. He has attended over 50 military and police dog seminars and has spent thousands of hours training with the best police dog trainers throughout the world. As a breeder Mike has produced puppies that have been used in USAR, Police, SWAT, US Customs, US Border Patrol, DOD, as well as International Police, Security, Customs, and Special Operations. Logan Haus Kennels has bred, raised and prepared more puppies from birth to being selected and used for Tier 1 SOCOM positions than any other kennel in the United States. Mike has earned titles in Schutzhund, SDA, and AKC and has trained many police service dogs. Mike has also worked as the co-owner of Signature K9 for 5 years where he developed many new pieces of training equipment and spent hundreds of hours working in the field with military working dog handlers and police K-9 handlers to discuss training and equipment issues. In 2013 Mike started a Canine Trainers School and has helped professional trainers from several countries to better understand dog training in the areas of shaping behaviors, bite development, and odor detection. Together with input and feedback from other trainers, Mike developed a very effective system to start and imprint puppies as young as 5 weeks old in detection work, this system is being adopted by many programs all over the World who are recognizing the benefits of starting with puppies and teaching them the skills they need as they develop into detector dogs. Mike has recently completed a 3 year rotation as an Explosives Detection K-9 handler and consultant in Afghanistan on a security contract. Logan Haus Kennels was included in a feature about elite Special Operations canines on CBS 60 Minutes. Follow the links below to watch the full segment and 60 Minutes Overtime: Ford K9 LLC FORD K9: www.Fordk9.com LOOKING FOR YOUR NEXT DOG? Contact us here at Ford K9 to purchase your next fully trained Detection Dog. Now you can also pick one of our raised puppy to detection dogs. Email info@fordk9.com Ford K9 MOBILE CLASSROOM - We come to YOU. Any one of our classes and seminars can come to you and your area. Contact us today to schedule. FORD K9 in LAS VEGAS: Attend any one of our classes or seminars. Ford K9 now offers the new CSDT (Certified Sport Detection Dog Trainer) classes. We offer Level 1 and Level 2.Becoming a CSDT will help you develop as a trainer and become more familiar and efficient as a trainer working with all types of dogs and handlers wanting to join in the great sport of scent detection. Do you want to become a professional handler in Conservation or SAR or other Detection disciplines? Ford K9 also offers CPDT (Canine Police/Professional Detection Dog Training School ) Levels 1, 2, and Master Trainer. This is for Handlers and Trainers or those working professional detection dogs such as Explosive, Firearm, Narcotic and Electronic Media / Cell Phone Detection, Conservation, SAR / Human Remains, Currency and more. SHOW YOUR SUPPORT for K9s TALKING SCENTS PODCAST you now have all kinds of gear for you guys from Shirts, Hats, Mugs and more just got to www.fordk9.com and click on the ONLINE STORE
In this podcast episode, we explore the dog breeds that ranked on both ends of the spectrum of AKC's statistics for breed popularity in 2020. Dog breeds say a lot about America. Popular culture, urban sprawl, and economics are some of the many factors that can influence people to choose one breed over another. Sometimes the rise of certain breeds can be linked to a canine character in a book, television series, or movie. But, remember, “most popular” doesn't mean “better.” We explore breeds at the top of the list and the “underdogs” at the other end of the list that share traits and purpose. Bonafide Bits A Labrador Retriever (No. 1) has topped the AKC's most popular list since 1991. In the late 1800s, the Golden Retriever (No. 4) was developed by Dudley Marjoribanks as the ideal gun dog. The Harrier (No. 190), a hunting powerhouse, is rare today but has been part of America since colonial times. The rare Chinook (No. 186) was bred with similar intent to the mischievous Siberian Husky (No. 16) and is the state dog of New Hampshire. Featured Breeds Labrador Retriever The sweet-faced, lovable Labrador Retriever is America's most popular dog breed. Labs are friendly, outgoing, and high-spirited companions who have more than enough affection to go around for a family looking for a medium-to-large dog. Labs are famously friendly. They are companionable housemates who bond with the whole family, and they socialize well with neighbor dogs and humans alike. But don't mistake his easy-going personality for low energy: The Lab is an enthusiastic athlete that requires lots of exercise like swimming and marathon games of fetch, to keep physically and mentally fit. Discover more about Labrador Retrievers at AKC's Labrador Retriever breed biography. French Bulldog The one-of-a-kind French Bulldog, with his large bat ears and even disposition, is one of the world's most popular small-dog breeds, especially among city dwellers. The Frenchie is playful, alert, adaptable, and completely irresistible. Discover more about French Bulldogs at AKC's French Bulldog breed biography. German Shepherd Dog There are many reasons why German Shepherd Dogs stand in the front rank of canine royalty, but experts say their defining attribute is character: loyalty, courage, confidence, the ability to learn commands for many tasks, and the willingness to put their life on the line in defense of loved ones. German Shepherd Dogs will be gentle family pets and steadfast guardians, but, the breed standard says, there's a “certain aloofness that does not lend itself to immediate and indiscriminate friendships.” Discover more about German Shepherd Dogs at AKC's German Shepherd Dog breed biography. Golden Retriever The Golden Retriever, an exuberant Scottish gundog of great beauty, stands among America's most popular dog breeds. They are serious workers at hunting and fieldwork, as guides for the blind, and in search-and-rescue, enjoy obedience and other competitive events, and have an endearing love of life when not at work. Discover more about Golden Retrievers at AKC's Golden Retriever breed biography. Bulldog Kind but courageous, friendly but dignified, the Bulldog is a thick-set, low-slung, well-muscled bruiser whose “sour mug” face is the universal symbol of courage and tenacity. These docile, loyal companions adapt well to town or country. Discover more about Bulldogs at AKC's Bulldog breed biography. Flat-Coated Retriever The Peter Pan of the Sporting Group, the forever-young Flat-Coated Retriever is a gundog of relatively recent origin. Happy, self-assured, and willing to please, a good Flat-Coat will retrieve a duck or a show ribbon with equal aplomb. A Flat-Coat will stand as tall as a Labrador Retriever, but in silhouette, they present a leaner, more elegant look. Dogdom's champion tail-waggers, Flat-Coats are among the happiest of all breeds. They mature slowly; some owners say that they never grow up at all, retaining a puppyish taste for rambunctious mischief into old age. This can be either delightful or exasperating, depending on your tolerance for such antics. This highly energetic breed requires lots of outdoorsy exercise. Discover more about Flat-Coated Retrievers at AKC's Flat-Coated Retriever breed biography. Boston Terrier The Boston Terrier is a lively little companion recognized by his tight tuxedo jacket, sporty but compact body, and the friendly glow in his big, round eyes. His impeccable manners have earned him the nickname “The American Gentleman.” Discover more about Boston Terriers at AKC's Boston Terrier breed biography. Cocker Spaniel The merry and frolicsome Cocker Spaniel, with his big, dreamy eyes and impish personality, is one of the world's best-loved breeds. They were developed as hunting dogs, but Cockers gained their wide popularity as all-around companions. Discover more about Cocker Spaniels at AKC's Cocker Spaniel breed biography. Beagle Not only is the Beagle an excellent hunting dog and loyal companion, but it is also happy-go-lucky, funny, and — thanks to its pleading expression — cute. They were bred to hunt in packs, so they enjoy company and are generally easygoing. Discover more about Beagles at AKC's Beagle breed biography. Poodle Forget those old stereotypes of Poodles as frou frou dogs. Poodles are eager, athletic, and wickedly smart “real dogs” of remarkable versatility. The Standard, with his greater size and strength, is the best all-around athlete of the family, but all Poodles can be trained with great success. Discover more about Poodles at AKC's Poodle (Standard) breed biography. Border Collie A remarkably bright workaholic, the Border Collie is an amazing dog—maybe a bit too amazing for owners without the time, energy, or means to keep it occupied. These energetic dogs will settle down for cuddle time when the workday is done. Discover more about Border Collies at AKC's Border Collie breed biography. Collie The majestic Collie, thanks to a hundred years as a pop-culture star, is among the world's most recognizable and beloved dog breeds. The full-coated “rough” Collie is the more familiar variety, but there is also a sleek “smooth” Collie. Discover more about Collies at AKC's Collie breed biography. Harrier Somewhat resembling a Beagle with a gym membership, Harriers are larger, more powerful hounds than their diminutive cousin but smaller than the English Foxhound, a breed used in their development. Standing between 19 and 21 inches at the shoulder, Harriers have the timeless look of a working pack hound: a short, smart-looking coat; low-set, velvety ears; an irresistibly sweet face; and enough muscle and sinew to endure a long day's hunt. A well-built Harrier will cover ground with a smooth, efficient gait. Discover more about Harriers at AKC's Harrier breed biography. Belgian Malinois The smart, confident, and versatile Belgian Malinois is a world-class worker who forges an unbreakable bond with his human partner. To deny a Mal activity and the pleasure of your company is to deprive him of his very reasons for being. Discover more about Belgian Malinois at AKC's Belgian Malinois breed biography. Siberian Husky The graceful, medium-sized Siberian Husky's almond-shaped eyes can be either brown or blue and sometimes one of each and convey a keen but amiable and even mischievous expression. Quick and nimble-footed, Siberians are known for their powerful but seemingly effortless gait. Tipping the scales at no more than 60 pounds, they are noticeably smaller and lighter than their burly cousin, the Alaskan Malamute. As born pack dogs, they enjoy family life and get on well with other dogs. The Sibes' innate friendliness renders them indifferent watch dogs. These are energetic dogs who can't resist chasing small animals, so secure room to run is a must. An attractive feature of the breed: Sibes are naturally clean, with little doggy odor. Discover more about Siberian Huskies at AKC's Siberian Husky breed biography. Chinook Tawny-coated, no-frills Chinooks are muscular and substantial, with males standing as high as 26 inches at the shoulder. Chinooks were conceived as dual-purpose haulers, with the power of freighting dogs and the speed of sled racers. They are the picture of stouthearted dignity, with a kindly twinkle in their dark, almond eyes. Chinooks are calm, people-oriented dogs with a special feel for children. They are trainable workers who aim to please. Sledding, carting, obedience, agility, search-and-rescue work, and herding are a few pursuits they've mastered. Chinooks are not particularly busy dogs, but they need consistent exercise to stay in proper condition. Discover more about Chinooks at AKC's Chinook breed biography. For more information about a specific breed visit the breed's parent club or AKC.org. Shareables Most popular doesn't make one breed better than another but it does reveal some fascinating insights into people, trends, demographics, and in many ways America itself. The French Bulldog is made for the city which might explain why it's the number one dog in major U.S. centers from LA to New York.
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Did you know in the 1994 Iditarod there was an all AKC Registered Alaskan Malamute team? In this episode, I sat down to chat with Nancy Russell, the breeder of these incredible dogs who made history. Learn about how she got started in the breed and her journey to the Iditarod as she set out to show that show dogs can still do the jobs they were bred for! Mentioned in this episode: www.stormkloudkennels.com
We recorded this episode while it was as cold outside, so it was fitting that we covered the Alaskan Malamute.
Śnieżny klimat sprzyja śnieżnym psom! Dzisiaj małe rozeznanie w typach psów ras nordyckich oraz szybki poradnik łatwego rozróżniania Siberian Husky i Alaskan Malamute. Do dzieła!
Special Guest: Drew GilmourDrew Gilmour is 58 years old and is a retired U.S. National Park Service Chief Ranger with 32 years of service. During his Career in the NPS he worked in ten National Park as well as detailing to many other sites and other government agencies on law enforcement, wildland fire, Homeland Security and other risk assignments including the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster and hurricanes on the gulf coast. He has traveled to 28 countries and all 50 States. He has a variety of interests including Travel, Bird watching, Backpacking, Hiking, Camping, History, Aviation, Kayaking, SCUBA/Snorkeling, Dog Sledding and Ocean Voyages. He enjoys traveling by small expedition vassals and ships and has even traveled across several oceans, seas and rivers across the globe. Following retirement in 2017 he started section hiking the Appalachian Trail. He has completed 725miles of the AT from Harpers Ferry WV to Hanover NH. He has plans on finishing the other 1427 miles in three section hikes once the Covid -19 Pandemic is over. When He is not traveling He lives with his girlfriend Stacie in La Crescent, Minnesota with their two Alaskan Malamutes and one Alaskan Husky Two of which are retired Sled dogs. Together they enjoy traveling and exploring the world. Show Notes:00:00 Drew reads an excerpt from something he wrote 00:24 Drea does her intro and then goes into her Drew Gilmour's biography 2:23 Drew shares why he read those quotes and where the National Park Rangers gets their authority. 2:57 Drew starts to talk about how parks pose different challenges for park rangers 3:55 Drew shares what travel means to him from the perspective of a National Park Ranger 5:34 Drew shares about how travel ran in his blood. He discusses about his parents who were also world travelers. He talks about how his parents really introduced him to the national park system and exploring the world. 8:04 Drew shares his love for the Arctic and how he is really in love with that area. He recently went on trip on a ship in the Arctic 8:59 Drew continues to travel because he loves exploring the unknown. 10:00 The pandemic has taught Drea that there is so much to explore your own backyard. 10:43 Drew shares what inspired him to go into the park service. He started a seasonal job at the age of 21 in Maintenance at a historical National Park in Morristown, NJ. It was there that he was convinced that working as a ranger was an exciting opportunity. He starts to talk about working for Glacier National Park and “living among the grizzly bears and mountains.” 12:46 Drea talks about how much she fell in love with Glacier NP. 13:24 Drew was a backcountry ranger in the East portion of Glacier NP. He talks about some of his duties in the backcountry and the encounters he had with wildlife. 15:12 Drew shares his favorite park - The Grand Tetons. He shares what it was about the Tetons he loved. He was there 1988 during the major wildfire and how he experienced fighting the fires there. 16:15 He shares his most valuable lesson he learned while fighting these fires. 17:44 Drew shares more stories about the Yellowstone Fires. These were the first modern fires that went out of control 20:55 Drea asks Drew if he ever felt afraid. Drew says yes there were quite a few times. He goes on to explain a situation that scared him 22:30 Drea asks “What is the most challenging that you have faced as a ranger?” He shares the moment when he changed parks and he was moving to Florida to Big Cypress NP during a hurricane 26:10 A park ranger is called during national disasters according to your qualifications. 26:50 Drew talks about Space Shuttle Columbia and having the park ranger called to help for the recovery operations. Drew discusses the variety of things that a park ranger is called to do and how you were
Notes (Time Stamped):We DiscussIntroduction to Heidi and her background as an SLP (00:40); Heidi’s initial draw to Alaska as a travel therapy destination (5:50);Getting to and around Alaska (11:26);Meeting people and making friends in Alaska (21:41);Alaska packing essentials (27:35);The extremes of Alaska weather (30:15);Finding housing in Alaska (36:28);Heidi’s favorite stories from Alaska (41:02);Can’t miss Alaskan cuisine (47:20);Parting advice for future Alaska travelers (52:08); About Heidi Pappert MS, CCC-SLPHeidi is an avid adventurer and traveling has become her lifestyle. She is currently in her fourth contract with Advanced Medical (AMN) as a Speech-Language Pathologist and is located in Baltimore, Maryland. Her top must-see places include Alaska, Italy, and Japan. One of her favorite trips included traveling across Canada and the United States visiting National Parks with her Alaskan Malamute, Akela. With a furry companion you will never be short of adventure! In her spare time, Heidi likes to continue to plan trips and explore local whereabouts. Some of the best views can be found in your own backyard! She is very excited about this coming year and the adventures still to be had.As Dr. Seuss so wisely said, “Oh the places you’ll go!”Follow Heidi’s travel adventures on Instagram! About the ShowContact Us: slpfulldisclosure@gowithadvanced.comWebsite:https://www.advancedtraveltherapy.com/slpfulldisclosure/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gowithadvancedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gowithadvanced/Produced by Jonathan Cary Music and Editing by Aidan Dykes Powered by Advanced Travel Therapy
Rebecca White is Aja Nepenthe. An expert online dating coach and creator of Aja Nepenthe, the cutting edge way to date safely in a modern world. Her commitment to creating an optimal and safe dating experience is her life’s work. It is Rebecca’s personal experience and expertise that makes her strive to ensure each of her clients receives the customized and personal attention they need to be successful and safe in finding the love they deserve and desire. Rebecca is a lover of Asian studies and travel, hosting pool parties for friends and fussing over her gorgeous daughter and Alaskan Malamute. From Confusion to Confidence as Rebecca shares her story. So there I was, after 18 years of a committed relationship, alone and wondering how to date again. Everything had changed since my 20s. Hell, I don’t think I even had a Facebook account back then. Much less a smartphone with apps. Going out with my girlfriends wasn’t productive at all. Nor, as a single mom, did I have the time. So how DO people meet each other now? At the suggestion of single friends, I tried all the dating apps. The responses I got were overwhelming and some were disturbing. Some turned out to be fakes/scams. It was a jungle out there. After MANY mistakes, rejections and just plain creepy interactions, I got frustrated and gave up. I took some time to go over my approach, my mistakes and most importantly applied what I’d learned in my background with cybersecurity and domestic violence advocacy and came up with a better, safer approach. I chose one app that felt right for me, applied my new approach in structuring my profile to attract the right people and help me weed out the wrong ones. Most importantly, I applied safety measures to maintain control over my privacy and keep me safe when meeting people for first dates. And it worked. I had control over my inbox, which, while it had fewer messages, they were from people of quality who shared common interests and goals. If they didn’t respect my boundaries, they were out. Instead of feeling overwhelmed, I felt in control and most importantly, that I was keeping myself and my family safe. I finally met a man who respected all my boundaries, went at my pace and treated me as I deserved to be treated. I was finally getting my needs fulfilled after decades of feeling neglected. It was a revelation. I decided I needed to share these methods with other women who also were finding themselves thrust into a totally new dating world after years of a committed relationship. I wanted to help them avoid all the mistakes I made. And most of all, I wanted to help keep them and their families safe! With the help of some friends and a great mentor, I developed a program to lead women from that first moment of confusion to a place of confidence and control without having to go through what I did. In just a few weeks, we can get there together. Just consider me that sassy friend that tells you “Oh girl, no. Don’t do that. Do this instead”. I’ll help you pick the apps that suit you, set up a profile that gets the results you want, learn to navigate chatting online, get to and through that first date safely and confidently. And I am available after the first step for help navigating new relationships to get your needs fulfilled or help you decide if you need to move on. I am here to help you get what you want and need with me to expertly guide you every step of the way. You can learn more about Aja and how you can work with her to get on your way to finding the love you deserve, www.ajanepenthe.com aja@ajanepenthe.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thriving-in-chaos/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thriving-in-chaos/support
Beth and Jen find out about these FLUFFY, family-friendly pups who love to be outside and shed a whole heck of a lot. We also take a detour - but an important one! - to talk about the importance of fostering. Wondering what Jen said for profession in the personification section? Yep, us too. She said "Outward Bound Wilderness Course Instructor" which is definitely better than Wall Street Trader. Sorry about the sound issue. (Thanks a lot, Teams.)Sources:Alaskan Malamute (AKC)Alaskan Malamute (Wag) Dog TimeReel DogsO'Mal Alaskan Malamutes7 Interesting Facts About Alaskan Malamutes (Daniel Marcinko for Medium)Husky vs. Malamute: What's The Difference? (The Dog People powered by Rover)Alaskan Malamute (Vet Street)Malamute Gets Power De-Shedded and We're Feeling Fresher Just Watching It (Rover)Best Ways To Exercise Your Alaskan Malamute? (Tailster)Fostering Shelter Dogs (Maddie's Fund) Incredible Facts About Alaskan Malamutes You Won't Want To Forget (PetPonder)23 Malamute mixes: Which one is the best crossbreed for you? (K9 Web)Rescues We Love:Chesapeake Area Alaskan Malamute Protection (CHAAMP) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization which runs on volunteer power. They've been rescuing Malamutes in VA, WV, DC, PA, MD, NY and NJ since the early 1990s. You can learn more about CHAAMP on Instagram @chaamp_malamute_rescue or online at: https://www.chaamp.org/Moonsong Malamute RescueMMR is organized exclusively for the purpose of rescuing, rehabilitating & permanently re-homing Alaskan Malamutes. They operate in ID, MT, WY, UT & N NV. They can be found on Instagram @moonsongmalamuterescue and online at http//www.moonsongmals.orgAlaskan Malamute Assistance LeagueAMAL is dedicated to the health and wellbeing of all Alaskan Malamutes. Their main objectives are to rehabilitate and re-home rescued Alaskan Malamutes, assist Malamute owners, and provide education services to the public. And their ultimate goal is to ensure that every Alaskan Malamute has the chance to live a life that they deserve. You can find them online at https://www.malamuterescue.org/Instagram Accounts We Love:@puffywolfpack @lifewithmalamutes @sherpa_malamute@malik_the_malamute@TheMalamoose@Georgia_The_Malamute
Fitz In The Morning: What Are You Kidding Me?! Stories of the Day
An adorable Alaskan Malamute argues with a talking toy hamster, a woman sitting on a city bench gets thrown in the air when a garbage truck picks up her bench and now she is missing, a human brain washes up at Lake Michigan, a man calls a company to file a complaint and the operator calls him names thinking he was on hold, a man claiming to be Jesus tries to skip out on paying train fare, and Sean Hannity can't pronounce "Despacito"
Drew finally has his flannels unpacked and is getting ready to launch a Year of Flannel. Fitz and Claire were up all night watching and doing social media for the ACMs and Ryder was up all night trying to buy the PS5. In the What Are You Kidding Me stories, an adorable Alaskan Malamute argues with a talking toy hamster, a woman sitting on a city bench gets thrown in the air when a garbage truck picks up her bench, a human brain washes up at Lake Michigan, a man calls a company to file a complaint and the operator calls him names thinking he was on hold, a man claiming to be Jesus tries to skip out on paying train fare, and Sean Hannity can't pronounce "Despacito". We review the ACMs with Fitz and Claire loving the low-key show with no audience, focus on the songs, and really cool lighting. Our "Goose Bump Songs" include Miranda's "Blue Bird", Taylor's "Betty", and Eric Church's blistering Johnny Cash moment. In the Fitz Files, there was a first-ever tie for Entertainer of the Year between Carrie and Thomas and Eric Church fans are ticked off, Gwen Stefani can really actually sing Country, and Maren Morris gave the only really "real" speech. On Make Up or Break Up, Elisa from Enumclaw is due any week now and her husband Brayden insists on naming their child to honor his dead brother but it's the same name as Elisa's abusive ex and she doesn't want her child's name as a reminder. The ACM "Fitzies Awards" are Fitz's own top honors from last night's ACM's including Best Neck Tattoo, Best Sexy Gray Coming In, and Best Male Nipples. Today's Playlist Profiling is Beverly from Everett. Fitz plays us the amazing live performance of Dan + Shay's "I Should Probably Go to Bed". And after all that...Throwin' Shade has Shade going after...The ACMs!
An adorable Alaskan Malamute argues with a talking toy hamster, a woman sitting on a city bench gets thrown in the air when a garbage truck picks up her bench and now she is missing, a human brain washes up at Lake Michigan, a man calls a company to file a complaint and the operator calls him names thinking he was on hold, a man claiming to be Jesus tries to skip out on paying train fare, and Sean Hannity can't pronounce "Despacito"
302. HUSKY VS ALASKA - Diferencias entre HUSKY SIBERIANO y ALASKAN MALAMUTE
“Dottore, il mio cane vede i colori?”. Quante volte i medici veterinari avranno sentito questa domanda e in effetti c’è molta confusione sull’argomento: vediamo di fare un po' di chiarezza.Il meccanismo della visione negli animali è molto simile a quello dell’uomo: la capacità di distinguere un oggetto da ciò che lo circonda dipende fondamentalmente da 5 fattori: la luminosità, la trama, il movimento, la profondità e il colore. Nei cani il colore è generalmente meno importante e infatti la maggior parte di loro riesce a vedere una scala di colori molto limitata, che va dal blu al verde (visione dicromatica).Il tuo cane non può distinguere una pallina verde da una rossa, a meno che questa non presenti altre caratteristiche, come per esempio una trama diversa.Ma attenzione, anche se non distinguono tutti i colori, i cani vedono molti più livelli di grigi di noi, riuscendo a distinguere gli oggetti sulla base della tonalità.La capacità di distinguere i dettagli e di mantenerli a fuoco sulla retina è chiamata indice di acuità visiva. Questa risulta inferiore negli animali rispetto all’uomo e dipende dalla qualità di tutti i mezzi diottrici dell’occhio, per semplificare potremmo dire “le parti che compongono l’occhio”, ad esempio il film lacrimale, la cornea, l’umor acqueo e la lente.La maggior parte dei nostri cani e gatti mette a fuoco correttamente gli oggetti.Nonostante questo, una certa familiarità e predisposizione alla miopia è stata riscontrata in gruppi di Pastori tedeschi, Schnauzer nani, Barboncini toy, Rottweiler e Collie. Mentre alcuni Pastori Australiani e Alaskan Malamute sono risultati ipermetropi.L’acuità visiva non è solamente correlata alla qualità dei mezzi diottrici e alla capacità di mettere correttamente a fuoco le cose, ma anche al tipo e al numero di fotorecettori presenti sulla retina.Gli animali hanno meno difficoltà di noi nel vedere gli oggetti in situazioni di scarsa luminosità. Ci riescono grazie alla presenza del “tappeto lucido”, ovvero una struttura cellulare riflettente che non troviamo nell’uomo e che è costituita da un foglietto rifrangente.Questo tappeto lucido amplifica la luce, è indispensabile nelle condizioni di oscurità e permette agli animali di vedere anche in assenza di fonti luminose.È proprio grazie a questa caratteristica e al fatto che il campo visivo è maggiore di quello umano che molti animali riescono a orientarsi bene anche in ambienti poco illuminati.Collegata a questa abilità, troviamo la capacità di vedere i movimenti, anche quelli minimi e lontani. Gli animali sono molto più sensibili di noi al movimento e infatti riescono a vedere meglio oggetti che si muovono rispetto a quelli statici. Come forse puoi immaginare, questa abilità è presente soprattutto nei predatori.Ringraziamo il dott. Domenico Multari per aver redatto il contenuto scientifico sulla base del quale è stato realizzato questo approfondimento.
Clare Balding celebrates the difference a dog can make to your life. Today Clare and her wife, Alice Arnold, talk to Sports Commentator Andrew Cotter about his dogs, Mabel and Olive, who have taken the internet by storm. Nearly 20 million people have watched videos of these Labradors competing for a rubber toy. Expert Jessica Holm answers listeners canine conundrums. Plus breed focus: we hear about the joys of sled-running in Suffolk with Alaskan Malamutes. Also, Clare and Alice peruse costumes to make your dog the sensation of any Halloween party, and share ideas to dress your dog at home. Archie is not impressed.
My guest today is Noah Arnold, a veterinarian and business owner who runs his own veterinary clinic in Shorewood, Wisconsin in a very unique way, to say the least. Before going any further, if you’re wondering why in the world I would interview a veterinarian on a podcast that’s all about reaching your full creative potential, trust me. This is one of the best and most inspiring stories you will ever hear, especially if you’re a freelancer or small business owner struggling to build your own niche. Noah did all the right things, took all the right classes, got the right degrees, and landed the right jobs. He had 2.4 kids (well actually 3), a car payment, and a mortgage. He was doing everything he was told to do in order to be happy...except he was miserable. Needless to say, living the life that he was “supposed to” live was slowly killing Noah. In order to get to the point where he had the freedom to build a business his way so he could pursue his passion and fulfill what he believes is his true purpose in life (serving animals and serving people who love animals), he had to summon the courage to escape his old life of desperately trying to conform and fit into the corporate world of animal medicine. In our discussion today Noah gives us an incredibly candid look into his journey and what inspired him to give up a life of comfort and security to take a huge risk, bet it all, and pursue his dream. If you’ve ever felt stuck, lost, or asked yourself, “Is this all there is?” then you don’t want to miss this interview. I’ve released over 180 podcasts, and I can honestly say this is the first interview that ever brought me to tears. I challenge you to make it through without choking up at least once. Finally as a full disclaimer, similar to my previous interview with world-renowned Instagram street photographer Daniel Arnold (which is episode 54 if you’re interested), Noah also happens to be my cousin...and he’s Daniel’s younger brother. Needless to say, I am extremely blessed to have such passionate, creative, and wonderful people in my family. 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If you’ve never seen one, just imagine the most comfortable bar stool on the planet on top of a Bosu Ball. Trust me...it’s awesome. SitTight can provide fitness for your body, focus for your mind, and fun for your spirit. BONUS: Use the coupon code OPTIMIZE for 10% off your order! Guest Bio: Facebook I was born in Madison, WI and moved to the East Side of Milwaukee when I was two. As a kid I stole birds from their nests and bunnies from their moms, misconstruing it as a rescue, and fed them by hand till they flew away or hopped off. I read books about boys with pet raccoons and dreamed of a far away life where people and animals and nature were interconnected. When I was 12 we moved to the North Shore of Milwaukee so I could attend Nicolet high school (where I graduated in 2000 with the esteemed award of class clown). I spent my free time volunteering at nature preserves, caring for the animals on display, and shadowing local vets during surgeries. I received a bachelor’s degree in biology from UW Milwaukee and spent two years studying Animal Science at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. In 2010 I graduated from the University of Wisconsin, Madison as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. After vet school I worked for 6 years as a small animal veterinarian at Spring Harbor Animal Hospital in Madison and The Thiensville-Mequon Small Animal Clinic in Milwaukee’s North Shore. I married the girl of my dreams (we’ve been together since I was 15 and she was 34. Just making sure you’re paying attention… she was also 15), and had 3 beautiful, terrible, lovely children (Sadie, 5, Amelia, 3, and Elliot, 8 months). I have a brown tabby cat named “The Little Boy” and a wooly beast of an Alaskan Malamute, “Bella.” I write sad songs on guitar and piano and play locally on a regular basis. If I didn’t have so many diapers to change I would hike and canoe and explore. What I really want you to know about me is that I love animals and I love people and I love people who love animals. My goal is not to be rich and famous. I want to create a family where people and pets feel loved and listened to and receive the highest quality of care.If you’re still reading this, thanks… I am long winded and as much as you’re willing to read, I’m willing to write. I use my Facebook to share stories and I’ve included a few posts that tell about my pets over the years. Follow my Facebook page for my daily adventures. Show Credits: This episode was edited by Curtis Fritsch, and the show notes were prepared and published by Elyse Rintelman. The original music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of Joe Trapanese (who is quite possibly one of the most talented composers on the face of the planet). 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We've got a new filmmaker interview on the podcast today, everyone! Meet Becky Widhalm, editor extraordinaire -- Becky works with Midland Pictures to crank out video edits, run social media and BTS on all of our video shoots, and she's the proud mama of a beautiful Alaskan Malamute named Flora! We're discussing how Becky got started in filmmaking, what high school was like for a creative/artistic young woman, tackling finding a job after college, and what her favorite Instagram accounts are. Enjoy! FOLLOW BECKY: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beckylouwhoo16 ▶ Check out my gear on Kit: https://kit.com/midlandpictures FOLLOW MIDLAND: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midlandpictures Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MidlandPictures Website: https://www.midlandpictures.com Podcast: https://anchor.fm/midlandpictures FOLLOW MATTHEW: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthewtobrien Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/matthewtobrien
As an elite athlete, health, performance and survival specialist, Ben Logan's ultimate purpose is teaching men the art of performance and survival then translating those skills and mindset strategies across into their chosen profession. When he’s not in the backcountry mountains of Wanaka training with his Alaskan Malamute, Maska, you can usually find him testing new research on human optimisation, survival training and exploring with his family the beautiful region of Wanaka that he calls home. He has worked and trained with some of the world's best athletes and military personnel. For more information on Ben and his mens programmes and expeditions go to www.loganlore.co.nz We would also like to thank the sponsors of this show. Running Hot Coaching: The online training platform run by Lisa Tamati and Neil Wagstaff. Do you have a dream to run a big race, maybe a half marathon, a marathon or even an ultramarathon? Have you struggled to fit in the training in your busy life? Maybe you don't know where to start or perhaps you have done a few races but keep having motivation or injuries troubles? Do you want to beat last years time or finish at the front of the pack? If you answered yes to any of these questions then we can help you. We promise to get you to the start line in the best shape ever! We will give you the benefit of our years of knowledge and experience in competing and training athletes, so you can avoid the mistakes, train efficiently, have fun and stay in optimal health while you are doing it. So who are we? Lisa Tamati is an a professional ultramarathon runner with over 25 years experiences racing the world's toughest endurance events and leading expeditions. Author of two internationally published running adventure books. She is also a mindset expert. From crossing the Libyan desert on foot to running Death Valley to running the length of NZ for charity, she has been there and done that. For more information on Lisa click here: www.lisatamati.co.nz Neil Wagstaff is an exercise scientist, coach and ultramarathon runner with over 22 years experience in the health and fitness industry. He has trained hundreds of athletes and coaches alike to the successful completion of their goals. For more info or to download our free run training ecourse go to www.runninghotcoaching.com/running-success Training Tilt software - a complete toolkit for trainers, health and fitness professionals, coaches and nutritionists, combine your website, ecommerce needs, client communication and training plans into one easy to use platform. Find out more at www.lisatamati.co.nz/trainingtilt The Path of an Athlete - Mindset academy. An in-depth online programme that teaches you how to develop mental toughness, resilience, leadership skills, a never quit mentality, mental wellbeing and the keys for success in anything you set your mind to. Do you wish you had the mental toughness of an extreme athlete? Do you seek the confidence to deal with any threat, to steer any situation or challenge to a positive outcome? If so, you can now learn the secrets to mental toughness and to developing a never quit mindset from someone who has been there and done that and lived to tell the tale. For more information go to www.lisatamati.co.nz/ecourse .
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On this Purple Day® for Epilepsy episode of "The Sibe Vibe," we are chatting with dog trainer, canine behavior specialist, and Epi-dog parent Margit Maxwell, who specializes in the training of Siberian Huskies and Alaskan Malamutes. Margit is the creator and writer of The Divine Dog Project, and she will be talking about the important link between zinc deficiency and seizures in Siberian Huskies. For more info on Purple Day, visit: www.purpleday.org and www.purpledayeveryday.org
On this Purple Day® for Epilepsy episode of "The Sibe Vibe," we are chatting with dog trainer, canine behavior specialist, and Epi-dog parent Margit Maxwell, who specializes in the training of Siberian Huskies and Alaskan Malamutes. Margit is the creator and writer of The Divine Dog Project, and she will be talking about the important link between zinc deficiency and seizures in Siberian Huskies. For more info on Purple Day, visit: www.purpleday.org and www.purpledayeveryday.org
Summary: Dr. Debbie Gross Torraca has been involved in the field of animal physical rehabilitation for over seventeen years and has both a masters and a doctorate, as well as other advanced certifications in her field. She currently owns a small animal rehabilitation practice in Connecticut called Wizard of Paws Physical Rehabilitation for Animals. Over the last 12 years, she has lectured throughout the world on the topic of small animal rehabilitation, and is one of the founders of the Certificate Program in Canine rehabilitation from the University of Tennessee. She has been widely published, both professionally and in venues for dog enthusiasts. Links mentioned: Wizard of Paws Physical Rehabilitation for Animals Fitness Trainer Certificate Program FearFreePets.com Next Episode: To be released 7/28/2017, featuring Lori Stevens talking about how animal behavior, movement, learning, fitness, and health interact. TRANSCRIPTION: Melissa Breau: This is Melissa Breau and you're listening to the Fenzi Dog Sports broadcast brought to you by the Fenzi Dog Sports Academy, an online school dedicated to providing high quality instruction for competitive dog sports, using only the most current and progressive training methods. Today we'll be talking to Debbie Gross Torraca. Dr. Torraca has been involved in the field of animal physical rehabilitation for over 17 years and has both a master's, and a doctorate, as well as other advanced certifications in her field. She currently owns a small animal rehabilitation practice in Connecticut called Wizard of Paws Physical Rehabilitation for Animals. Over the last 12 years, she has lectured throughout the world on the topic of small animal rehabilitation, and as one of the founders of the certificate program in canine rehabilitation from the University of Tennessee, she has been widely published both professionally, and in venues for dog enthusiasts. Hi, Debbie, welcome to the podcast. Debbie Gross: Hi, Melissa. Thank you so much. I'm excited to be here. Melissa Breau: I'm excited to chat with you. This is not a topic a I know a lot about, so it's always fun to learn something. Just to start us out, do you mind just telling us a little bit about your own dogs, who they are, and what you're working on with them? Debbie Gross: Sure. Yeah. So I currently share my home and my life with two dogs. Bogaurt is a Clumber Spaniel, and so that's a fairly different breed, and then we also have a nine-year-old Cocker Spaniel that was rescued. He was unfortunately beaten by a gentleman in uniform, that's all we know. So we've had him for about six years and we've had to overcome quite a lot of fear issues, and all that sort of stuff, so he's been my different sort of training in progress, and every day I learn from him, and the Clumber Spaniel does a little bit of everything. He's definitely…I've had Clumbers now for almost 10 years and they're just a joy to work with, and you know, people often will ask, "why don't you do agility or other sports with him?", and that's where kind of I come in and look at the body frame, and that sort of stuff, even though a lot of Clumbers can do agility, his body is just not meant for that, so sadly, we stick to other things, and he's always my willing demo dog, or sometimes unwilling, so that's always…yeah, exciting. He seems to know when it's guinea pig time and he'll take off if he doesn't feel up to it, so. Melissa Breau: He'll let you know if he's not in the mood, huh? Debbie Gross: Exactly. I mean, he's like typical Clumber, so sweet, but about 22 hours a day, so. Melissa Breau: Now, I know in your bio I left out some of the alphabet, you've got a lot of credentials, so I wanted to give you a chance to talk a little bit about how you got into animal rehabilitation. What is it that drew you in that direction? Debbie Gross: Sure. I've always been drawn to animals and you know, just adored them, and when I went to human physical therapy school there was a lot of hands on, a lot of palpation. Eventually, my roommates got tired of being guinea pigs, and at the time, I had an Alaskan Malamute and he was a more than willing participant, so I started to look at his body and say, oh, you know, if we could do all these things for people, why can't we do these for animals, and this was back in the 1980s, and one of my professors said to me, "don't be silly, this is a dog, no one's ever going to spend money or care about that much on a dog." So I kind of, you know, laughed at that and said, okay, and kind of kept that in the back of my mind, and I graduated. I took my first job in New York City and I was working with a lot of dancers in New York City Ballet, and definitely started to appreciate different types of movement, so if a ballerina or another type of dancer's missing five degrees of motion in their big toe, it's going to be significant. And I think about all those minor things so often today when I work with performance dogs, you know, dogs that are involved in high level competitions, but I stayed with human physical therapy for a while, always kind of thinking about my dream of working with dogs, and I fully just started to do a lot of independent learning, a lot of reading, spending a lot of time with veterinarians, and going to different vet schools, and studying anatomy, and things like that. And then eventually, it turned into more and more, and I then started teaching at the University of Tennessee. And the CCRP letters are the Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner, so I helped establish that program, and continued to teach with them, and it's really kind of, you know, it can be kind of a common sense thing. Dogs and other animals suffer many of the same injuries that people do. For example, an ACL injury in people is very common in dogs as well, and there are many different breeds that suffer with that, but things like arthritis, and neurological diseases, and sports related issues. I mean, certainly, everything that we know from the human filed we can just benefit, you know, help the dogs, so it's been pretty awesome to start out with this almost 20 years ago and watch it kind of just be an idea, and now it's definitely becoming more and more commonplace. And I love looking on Facebook or talking to people from all over the world and they're taking their dog for rehab, or they're perusing other options, and they're doing things like that, which is just fantastic. Yeah. So that's been…you know, it is. It's great when, you know, and I laugh at the professor that I…every once in a while, I'll see her at a conference, and I'll say to her, hey, remember that kind of thought or dream I had, I said, that's kind of what I do now 24-7 about, so. And a lot of people that have gone through rehab can definitely relate, and they understand, and so I'm always thrilled when more and more owners are perusing different options for their pets, and really, the moto of our clinic is every dog deserves the best quality of life for the longest time possible, and no matter if the dog is seven weeks old or 17 years old, you know, so important just to make sure that they're pain free and have the highest level of function. So it's really been this incredible journey and I love it. Melissa Breau: You started to talk a little bit there about some of the differences and similarities between physical therapy for people and that for dogs. Are there other key differences you can kind of speak to? Debbie Gross: Yes. So a lot of…you know, besides the obvious, people being biped and dogs being quadruped, I joke to a dog is not…they have no idea that something should make them feel better. You know, they're so truthful, they're…either a treatment's going to work, or it's not going to work, so there's no secondary games, they're not messing with an insurance company, or anything like that, but you know, for the same kind of similarities, whenever there's pain or inflammation there's going to be weakness that evolves. So like I tell my kids, if your body perceives pain it's going to shut off all the muscles in the area, so very similar. A person can say, hey, my knee hurts, I need to do something about it. Very often take an Advil or a Tylenol. A dog can't say that to an owner, so a lot of times that unless the owner is very perceptive and notices a slight change in their behavior, it's hard to determine if they're in pain until it gets pretty bad, you know, so recognizing pain is definitely a big difference. I encourage all my owners, all my students, to make sure they go over their dogs on a monthly basis just to check for any pain, or soreness, or anything like that, but many of the on-scene treatment modalities that we would use in human medicine, we use in the animal. So like moist heat, or ice, laser or photobiomodulation is commonly used to help reduce pain and inflammation, and a lot of the exercises we do are very similar. Of course, we have to get a little bit more creative with a dog, but pretty much everything used in human medicine we could, you know, transfer over to the dog, so it's pretty cool. Melissa Breau: Now, I think that veterinarians and the medical field in general isn't always known as the most positive part of dog sports, so I'd love to get your take on that. How do positive training and rehabilitation overlap, and are there places where they just can't? Debbie Gross: Yeah. And that's a very good question. I belong to an organization, I sit on the board called Fear Free, and their whole goal and mission is to establish fear free veterinarian offices, rehab offices, looking at training facilities, boarding facilities, things like that, so it's all aimed at making sure the experience is positive and fear free. And certainly…you know, we laugh in our clinic because we're not the vet, so dogs come in and they know they're getting copious amounts of cookies, and it's going to be a great place, and they love it, and so I think it's very important to, you know, right off the bat we want to make sure the owner and the dog are very comfortable. Certainly, dogs often will become fearful or potentially aggressive if they're in pain, so I always tell the trainers that I work with, assume that it's physical before behavioral. Now, I'll hear so many times from owners, "oh, my dog didn't want to do the A-frame this morning. It's probably because…" You know, they make something up and then get steak for dinner. They swear they don't think like that. You know, they probably didn't want to do something because they're in pain. Something like the A-frame puts a lot of stress on the dogs back, and the hips, and stuff like that, so understanding if a dog is fearful, or doesn't want to do something, looking at the reason why, you know, so is it pain that is prohibiting them from doing something. And certainly, some dogs are not candidates, like we've turned dogs away because they're either too fearful, or they just can't do…they don't want to do anything, and rather than forcing them, we won't do that. You know, and that's a little bit different than traditional vet medicine where dogs need to go in. They may need to get an exam, or their vaccinations, or things like that, but this fear free movement is fantastic, and you know, looks at everything from the lighting, their potential pheromones in the air to relax the dogs, and cats also, and other animals, so most the time in rehab dogs love it. They love coming into our office, and it's fun, and it's all positive, and you know, that's the way I want it to be. I mean, I love when the dogs pull their owners into the office, so you know that they're having a great time, so it's great. Melissa Breau: Now, is there a website that's conceded with the Fear Free Organization just in case you'd want to look it up? Debbie Gross: Yeah. I believe. I'll look. I think if someone just googled fear free it would pull up, and actually, fear free pets.com. So and their moto is "Taking the Pet out of Petrified," and it is very nice. It's a nice group that…and the number of practitioners getting certified in Fear Free are growing constantly, so you know, that's really great, and I highly encourage owners to seek out one of these facilities because they just are a little bit more in tune with things, and make the experience as positive as they can. Melissa Breau: I'll make sure to include a link to the site in the show notes for everybody. Debbie Gross: Perfect. Great. Perfect. Melissa Breau: So I want to drill just a little bit more into rehab itself, rehabilitation sort of implies this idea that something's gone wrong and now it's time to try and fix it, so I was curious of how much of what you teach is about preventing problems, and how much of it is about really fixing them. Debbie Gross: Great question. And we probably…I would say half the dogs that I see have an issue that can be fixed. So for example, they've had a torn ligament, they had surgery, and now we're rehabbing them, getting them back to normal. The other half is all about prevention and looking at what the dog does, what the dog needs to do, and how to get them stronger. So for example, we run a program called The Biggest Loser and it's a weight loss program, so we know that so many dogs…the obesity causes so many orthopedic issues, as well as other issues, and you know, helping owners and the dogs to understand how to get going, and just start a weight loss program, a successful weight loss program. Then we have older dogs that just need some exercise, and they just need to get moving, and we'll start implementing a simple exercise program. And then on the other end of the spectrum are you know, some of your…we see a ton of conformation dogs where they need to get into shape, and for whatever reason, they haven't been in shape, and they vary from doing something. We have underwater treadmills. They may run in the underwater treadmills for 30 to 45 minutes, just depending on what they're doing, and but you know, helping to build up their strength and conditioning. And that goes too with different athletic dogs, your Shih Tzu dogs, your agility dogs, obedience work, anything like that, so really on both sides of kind of fixing something, but also the goal is definitely preventing injuries from happening. So we do a little bit of both. Melissa Breau: Now, are there things that dog sports enthusiasts should be doing to keep their dog in top shape, or does that kind of vary based on sport, or based on breed? Debbie Gross: Yeah. That's another great question. So I think that if we look at human sports, no matter whether it's on the collegiate level, the professional or Olympic level, any of our human athletes is involved in a conditioning program, so they have a program set for them, and they would never think about not engaging in a conditioning program, but on the canine side that's not always the case. Now, I hear so often, you know, the dogs are just weekend warriors, so they just go to an agility trial over the weekend, and the owner does nothing with them during the week. And I think every dog, if they're involved in performance sports, whether it's just a couple times a month, or every weekend, they need to be in a conditioning program, and a conditioning program should definitely include core strength. So working just like you and I would work on our back strength, our abdominals, all the large muscles of the body, working on endurance. So sometimes it's just simple walking or jogging, and then sports specifics, so a dog involved in agility is going to need more power or explosive events like plyometrics, working on their strength going over jumps, but also stopping quickly, and making sure that their shoulders and their hip flexors are strong enough, and of course, that will differ from your conformation breed. That may need more endurance to run around the ring and also more core strength, so it does depend on the sport, and its also going to depend upon the breed. And I often laugh where I love the big, you know, the gentle monsters, your Newfoundland's, and giant mastiffs, and you know, of course, their activity. If they walk 10 minutes in the underwater treadmill they're sleeping for the next 24 hours, where you have a Border Collie that's already active, they're going to need more exercise, so it will vary by breed, or also vary by age. So very young dogs anywhere under 24 months, you want to be respectful of their growth plates, and their psychological ability to exercise. And then on the flip side, your older dogs, you don't want to overdo it either, so you want to be respectful, but hands down, any dog that competes in any kind of event, or just does it for fun should be doing some sort of core work, and it doesn't take much to make a big difference. Melissa Breau: I'd imagine that there are some injuries you see a lot more often in dog sports than others. What are some of the things that do crop up most often and you know, what are some of the things maybe you do when you work with those types of dogs from a conditioning standpoint, or even from a rehabilitation standpoint? Debbie Gross: Yeah. So I think probably two of the more common injuries that have just been unfortunately gaining more popularity are iliopsoas injuries or injuries to the hip flexor, which is back near the front of the dog's hip, and shoulder issues. And I think the iliopsoas is a soft tissue injury and I've definitely been seeing an increase in these injuries as dogs are not really…they're being trained at a younger age without a lot of adequate core strength, and because they're being pushed a lot further, and they don't have the strength in their core or their hip flexors, so they start to develop this weakness, and this injury, and it's probably one of the more stubborn injuries to rehab from, and part of it is because most owners…and I'm right up there, are impatient, you know, as soon as the dog starts to look better you want to get them out there and play. It's commonly injured by a dog slipping, or excessive ball playing, and that's something that so many people love to do, toss the ball, and if the dog doesn't have enough strength they're going to put a lot of stress on that area, but it's the same thing with the shoulder injury, the shoulders stop the dog from moving forward. So for example, when a dog comes over a jump the shoulders are what stabilize the body so the dog doesn't fall flat on their face, and if there is a minor injury, weakness will develop and then it will start to become an issue. So really, with both of these cases, again, going back to lots of core strengths, and working on sports specifics, so working on the landing over a jump, and building up the strength, working on a lot of what's called eccentric strength, so you know, really preparing them for that. And the other things are proper warm ups and cool downs, so always making sure that the owners are working on that and doing that. Melissa Breau: Now I know you're offering the Canine Fitness trainer courses through FDSA. Do you want to talk a little bit about that, kind of what they are what the goal is there? Debbie Gross: Sure. So the fitness trainer courses are so much fun. They're such a great, dedicated group of people because there's four courses in a row, and the goal really is to educate people to either work more with their dog or go out there and help other dogs. So many of the people that have graduated and successfully completed the course and their exam are out there kind of for, you know, if we equate to people, working as a personal canine trainer, so helping dogs with weight loss, helping dogs with different types of exercises, and they've gone through…it's fairly intense. So the first two sessions focus on functional anatomy, so learning about the different muscles, and how to use them, and different exercises to give for them, tons of safety information, and you know, then kind of putting it all together, so talking about the different sports, and what they need, or just different dogs and what they'll need, and how to set up a program that's safe and effective, you know, for an individual dog. So it's so much fun, and I learn something every time we go through a different group of people because they're just incredible, you know, what they think, and the different types of dogs, and so it really has been fantastic, and it's a lot of work, and I'm so proud of everyone that's completed it because it definitely takes a lot of dedication. Melissa Breau: At the end of the four classes they can take a test, right, to become certified, is that right? Debbie Gross: Correct. They submit four case studies, so four dogs that they've been working with, and then there's an exam, yes, and then they become a Certified Professional Canine Fitness Trainer. Had to think of that for a minute. Melissa Breau: Very cool. I want to talk too about some of the other classes you offer at FDSA. Do you want to just share kind of what they are and kind of what you cover in those classes? Debbie Gross: Yeah. So I offer a bunch of different ones and one is the basic canine conditioning, which I cannot stress, as I said before, that anybody involved in dogs should…it's such a great course for people to take because it just goes over basic things that anyone can do at home, so it doesn't have to be with equipment, or anything like that, but just basic exercises that anyone can do, and can make more difficult as demands, you know, for the dog. And then the second canine conditioning course just gets into a little bit more depth, but we've had dogs that are 14 or 15 years old and the owners have just been working with them to improve their quality of life, and we've had other dogs that are high level competitors in class, and so it's so wonderful to see just the different effects simple canine conditioning can have on the individual dogs. And I teach a course called The Bum Knees and that's…knee injuries are unfortunately very prevalent in dogs, and we talk about different prevention strategies for knee injuries, what to do if your dog has had a knee injury or does have a knee injury, and talk about, you know, safe exercises to go through. And I think there's a course on the iliopsoas, which as I mentioned before, definitely a muscle in an area that is just a hot topic, and it goes over also injury prevention, what to do, how to recognize an injury, and what to do, what different types of exercises. And I believe there's a shoulder course does the same thing, but just focuses on shoulders. You know, we're looking at different types of should injuries and that sort of stuff. So off the top of my head, I think that's it. There could be some more, but I love the other…oh, go ahead, I'm sorry. Melissa Breau: I was going to say maybe you should do a few more. Debbie Gross: Yes. You know, there's just so, so many wonderful things that people…people have been asking for a course for senior dogs, so maybe that will be my next project. Melissa Breau: So I do want to ask you the same questions that I ask everybody who comes on kind of towards the end of the podcast. So what's the dog related accomplishment that you are proudest of? Debbie Gross: I have to probably involve the dog that I have worked with for quite some time, and she continues to be just an accomplishment that I'm so proud of. A beautiful Irish Setter that I had worked with for a year and she had won, I think 31, best in shows, and it was just amazing to watch her move, and knowing what was kind of lying underneath her, so it was pretty fantastic, and her handler became her owner, and she had been retired, she had 15 puppies, and 14 weeks after the puppies he had come to me and he said, "do you think we can get her ready for Westminster?", and I looked at him and said, are you crazy? You know, this dog has been doing nothing for quite some time, had 15 puppies. And I accepted the challenge, and worked with her, and did so much with her, and I had gone to Westminster that year. My own dog had won the breed in bullmastiffs, and a Portuguese Water Dog I had bred won the breed. And then I watched this beautiful Irish Setter, and she went on to win the breed, and so I was all done, ready to watch the groups, and I thought, okay, my day is done, I'm just going to kick back and relax, and this dog that's an Irish Setter won the group, so she was going on to best in show. And it was, you know, just a pretty incredible experience and not only for me, but also for my staff, and then we did it, she went on to win Irish Settler National as a veteran, which was pretty incredible, so even though it wasn't my dog, it felt pretty incredible to be part of that. So I look back on that and just knowing everything that she had to go through, so it was pretty incredible. Melissa Breau: That's awesome. Congrats. So even though we didn't necessarily talk about training today, I did want to ask you what the best piece of training advice you've ever heard is. Debbie Gross: You know, I think, like I always tell myself, and I always tell people always listen to the dog. From what I do, dogs always tell us what's wrong with them. You just have to open up your eyes and your ears, and watch, and listen, and they'll tell you. So I know that's not specifically training, but you know, from what I do, listening to the dog they always know what's right for them. If a dog wants to rest, there's a reason, you know, where sometimes we don't listen to. Melissa Breau: Right. And then finally, who is somebody else in the dog world that you look up to? Debbie Gross: There are a lot of people that I look up to. Probably coming from my background with structure and all of that sort of stuff, Pat Hastings is someone that I look up to, just form her knowledge, and I've taught with her a few times, and it's been, you know, pretty incredible. And probably too then, you know, from a dog looking at training and that sort of stuff, I am a big fan of Denise's and watching her calmness, how she works with dogs, and there are a couple people that train in my area, the same thing, you know, there's definitely people that just understand dogs, and dogs understand them, so yeah. It's hard to pinpoint to just one. Melissa Breau: Fair enough. Well, thank you so much for coming on the podcast, Debbie. Debbie Gross: Oh, thank you so much. Thank you for having me. Melissa Breau: Absolutely. And thanks to all of our listeners for tuning in. We'll be back next week with Lori Stevens to discuss supporting our aging dogs. If you haven't already, subscribe to our podcast in iTunes, or the podcast app of your choice to have our next episode automatically downloaded to your phone as soon as it becomes available. CREDITS: Today's show is brought to you by the Fenzi Dog Sports Academy. Special thanks to Denise Fenzi for supporting this podcast. 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Most information in this podcast can be found in greater detail with cited references in the "Optimum Nutrition For Fat Loss ebook" found on for FREE! Visit the homepage to get your copy today! In an informative yet entertaining podcast, Matt discusses the "benefits" of sugar as Tyler is intrigued. The show opens with a reenacted sugar ad from the 1950s/60s era when sugar was promoted as a health food to lose weight. Matt brings up Tyler's desire to say "fuck" less due to an email from an anonymous user in which Matt suspects is his mother. Matt and Tyler then discuss all of the benefits of eating sugar such as to temporarily increase energy, enjoy the taste of sugar, stimulate your hunger, sugar cravings, gaining weight, diabetes, and getting limbs removed from your diabetes destroyed body. Tyler also brings up a supposed revolutionary war hero named "Steve" who decided to sit in a corner and eat donuts instead of fight because he was depressed his girlfriend broke up with him. Matt goes into the hormonal processes of sugar entering the body including the body's effect on insulin causing insulin spikes and weight gain. He explains why this has been a large part of the obesity epidemic, childhood obesity, and why people have a hard time losing weight. He explains how to lose weight by decreasing or removing sugar from your diet. He mentions the possibility of sugar withdrawals due to sugar addiction as sugar is very similar to drugs like cocaine and even cigarettes with a similar reaction in the brain. Matt explains how to lose weight fast by eliminating sugar thus your body sheds weight like no tomorrow! Matt mentions how to look out for hidden sugars, substitute sugar and flour for healthier options, and some tips to remove sugar from your body and cure sugar addiction. Sugar withdrawals are tough, but anyone can overcome them! Whether it be raw sugar, fructose, granulated sugar, brown sugar, refined sugar, or starch, they all have an effect on insulin and fat storage. Matt explains why in detail in this podcast. Matt also explains essential weight loss strategies you need to know in order to be successful losing weight in relation to sugar. He explains simple ways to get around sugar addiction. The pair then discuss "Dad-Bods", a media made phenomenon in which these "Dad Bods physiques are the new "in" thing. A man with a Dad Bod does not have to be a dad, the article states. A Dad bod is a pudgy male who likes to have fun according to this very legitimate article from a known news site. (Listen to the podcast to find out who.) Tyler and Matt delve into the article on dad bods and discuss their take on it. It made for a hilarious and confusing venture In closing, Matt and Tyler discuss the Alaskan Malamute rescue dog they adopted as well as play a recording of his "ghostly woman" like howl that occurs after they leave the residence. Matt states that his obsessive dog pictures can be found on instagram @getfitmusichhl. They close with some questionable comments as Health Humor Life goes off the air until next time! This podcast is both educational, informative, and presented in an entertaining fashion. be sure to give it a listen! Visit healthhumorlife.com for a free ebook called" Optimum nutrition for fat loss" detailing much of the information on sugar and weight loss in detail! Write us a positive review to spread the word if you feel inclined!
Nick is a self proclaimed Internet nerd and serial Entrepreneur with a passion for helping business owners leverage the web. Nick also happens to be a swimwear photographer, and he loves his Alaskan Malamutes more than life itself.
Nick is a self-proclaimed Internet nerd and serial Entrepreneur with a passion for helping business owners leverage the web. Nick also happens to be a swimwear photographer, and he loves his Alaskan Malamutes more than life itself.
Desde el Alaskan Malamute al Yorkshire Terrier, pasando por el Siamés hasta el Maine Coon, Joaquín Vaillo nos habla de las diferentes razas de perros y gatos.
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