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In this week's Hound Headlines, Elon Musk tells the BBC his dog has taken over as the new boss of Twitter, Jim has a few things to say about THAT interview. In Alabama a decades old mystery about a mummified dog found inside a tree is solved and in the UK a woman is suing the RSPCA after the dog she fostered injured her so badly she had to have her arm amputated Episode Links https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11992905/Rescue-dog-owner-lost-arm-pet-bit-suing-RSPCA-200-000.html https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/american-bully-xl-found-park-29645618 https://www.coventrytelegraph.net/woman-who-lost-arm-dog-26737998 https://www.timesnownews.com/viral/elon-musk-says-his-dog-floki-is-the-ceo-of-twitter-article-99449795#:~:text=During%20an%20impromptu%20live%20interview,Inu%20and%20is%20named%20Floki. https://www.bbc.com/news/av/world-us-canada-65249141 https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/24/sports/spencer-boston-marathon-dog-obituary.html https://www.agweb.com/news/crops/crop-production/bizarre-mystery-mummified-coon-dog-solved-after-40-years Our sponsor: www.everpup.com About Dog Podcast Network (DPN)  Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's Hound Headlines, how scientists are learning about dog evolution by studying the pets that were abandoned at Chernobyl. Australia has come up with a novel way of ensuring pet owners pay their dog licence, the Guinness Book Of Records has a new title-holder for the world's shortest dog, but just how tiny is Pearl the chihuahua? In Australia they have come up with a novel way of making sure pet owners register their dogs, if you don't you could lose your driver's licence! And Snoopy has a real-life doppelganger! Episode Links https://www.science.org/doi/full/10.1126/sciadv.ade2537 https://www.popularmechanics.com/science/animals/a43457220/chernobyl-dogs-dna-evolution/ https://sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/artsandsciences/biological_sciences/our_people/directory/mousseau_timothy.php Chernobyl Created the World's Rarest Dogs https://www.npr.org/2023/04/12/1169466830/worlds-shortest-dog-pearl-chihuahua New World's Shortest Dog - Guinness World Records https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-02-03/queenslanders-lose-drivers-licences-failing-pay-dog-registration/101921480 https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10836557/Australia-election-2022-fine-costs-not-voting.html Dog breeder registration laws – what Queensland breeders need to know https://viatravelers.com/german-dogs/ https://viatravelers.com/dog-laws-in-germany/ https://www.instagram.com/p/Cq6cwmsOOKA/ https://www.instagram.com/p/CpgAhxNJxWK/ https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/12/entertainment/snoopy-lookalike-bayley/index.html About Dog Podcast Network (DPN)  Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sixty years ago, medical trail blazer and veterinary orthopedic surgeon Lincoln Parkes built the first “dog cart” for his surgical patients. They could wheel themselves about while they recovered from surgery and maintain their strength. Since then K9 Carts, the business born of Dr. Parkes' simple contraption, has kept millions of dogs mobile from Florida to Nepal. Dogs use wheelchairs to recover from surgery, but also during recovery or illness. Their humans, some of whom join us for today's show, have adaptations to make, but those are well worth it to care for their dogs with disabilities. There's even a UK charity to help owners who can't afford wheels. Episode Links Wheelie Pugs Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/wheeliepugs UK Dogs On Wheels Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/301000990491233 Dogs On Wheels Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/353624745792730 Peppa's Place support group https://www.facebook.com/groups/960666321028365 Sneha's Care, rescue for disabled dogs in Nepal https://www.snehacare.org/ Winston's Wheels, UK charity which loans wheelchairs https://www.facebook.com/winstonwheelscharity/ Franky's Bowtique https://www.frankysbowtique.com/ Kyle's charity Autism Down https://autismdown.org/ K9 Carts https://k9carts.com/ About Dog Podcast Network (DPN)  Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's Hound Headlines, Chat GPT has been credited with saving a dog's life after it gave the pet's owner the correct diagnosis when a vet had failed to do so, dog trainers in Australia are turning to an unusual animal to help them hone their skills and we discuss dog poo bag etiquette, is it ever ok to leave your bag to come back for later? Episode Links https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-01-11/righteous-pups-dog-trainers-using-chickens-to-improve-skills/101840120 https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2023/mar/29/an-icon-camilla-tv-stars-and-animal-charities-pay-tribute-to-paul-ogrady https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/poo-bag-trees-row-council-29505466 https://metro.co.uk/2022/11/25/you-could-be-fined-100-if-you-walk-a-dog-without-carrying-a-poo-bag-17827552/ https://gothamist.com/news/doos-donts-city-recommends-carrying-dog-poop-home-to-flush-down-toilet https://www.nyc.gov/assets/dsny/site/resources/streets-and-sidewalks-laws/dog-laws https://au.news.yahoo.com/bunnings-worker-makes-desperate-plea-to-dog-owners-040306484.html About Dog Podcast Network (DPN)  Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Humane Animal Welfare Society in Waukesha frequently takes over the custody of dogs from over-crowded shelters in Southern states where they face the risk of euthanasia. These dogs have a higher likelihood of finding a forever home in Wisconsin. The trips to bring these dogs closer to a better life can be grueling and expensive. In November of 2022, one of those trips went horribly wrong. Photos and videos Photos and videos of the dogs and their rescuers can be found in these articles: Washington Post: https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2022/11/18/rescue-dog-airplane-crash/ WDJT: https://cbs58.com/news/to-the-rescue-firefighters-rescue-dogs-from-plane-crash WJT: https://cbs58.com/news/plane-carrying-55-dogs-crashes-in-waukesha-county Sources Source material used in the episode: NPR: https://www.npr.org/2022/11/18/1137688888/rescue-dogs-plane-crash-milwaukee-wisconsin-new-orleans Initial news conference: https://www.facebook.com/CBS58/videos/850735209501273/ About Jessica Pinkos Jessica Pinkos is the Director of Special Projects at the Humane Animal Welfare Society in Waukesha, Wisconsin. https://hawspets.org/ About Tony Wasielewski Tony Wasielewski is the Deputy Lake County Fire Department Chief https://www.lakecountryfire.com/ About Jason Hoelz Jason Hoelz is the General Manager of the Western Lakes Golf Club in Pewauke, Wisconsin https://westernlakes.com/ Episode Links A Texas Sized Problem: https://shows.dogpodcastnetwork.com/show/dog-edition/a-texas-sized-problem-dog-edition-50/ Hope's Story: An 8,000-Mile Odyssey: https://shows.dogpodcastnetwork.com/show/dog-edition/hopes-story-an-8000-mile-odyssey-69/ About Dog Podcast Network (DPN) DPN is the first of its kind. A podcasting network as devoted to dogs, as they are to us. Our mission is simple: entertain, inspire and inform. We will improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's Hound Headlines, we look at the goings on at Crufts, the UK's largest dog show. Dog poisonings a canicross championship event in France begs the question: do people really love dogs as much as they say they do? Finally, dogs are finding strange “toys” in parks, which prompts Clare to challenge Jim to identify the DOG toys versus the ADULT toys. You can play along on our YouTube channel. Episode Links https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10068616-crufts-dog-show-2023-results-final-winners-top-photos-and-reaction https://www.thepoke.co.uk/2023/03/13/dog-does-cpr-at-crufts-funny/ https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-gloucestershire-64938220   https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/crufts-fan-dresses-dog-propose-26457399 https://www.goodwood.com/goodwoof/ https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/mar/13/poisoned-meatballs-blamed-for-dog-deaths-at-french-canicross-race https://boingboing.net/2023/03/14/dog-playing-fetch-in-the-park-retrieves-sex-toy.html About Dog Podcast Network (DPN)  Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deaf dogs don't get adopted, and we tend to feel really badly if our own dogs go deaf. What ignorant humans we are! On today's show we hear from leading voices in the deaf dog advocacy community, and they set us straight. Turns out that if you can train, care for, and live with a hearing-enabled dog, you'll love training, caring for, and living with a deaf dog, too. And yes, sign language for dogs is a real thing, and it works, just as well as voice commands. Deafness can even be a doggy superpower. These dogs can perform with zero distractions in high volume circumstances that would make a hearing-enabled dog spin out. In fact, deaf dogs have broken two Guinness World Records. It's a lot to take in, but we promise, you will reform your own attitude toward hearing after listening to our guests today … and you'll also have some simple ways to test your dog's hearing at home. Guests Terrie Hayward is the founder of Positive Animal Wellness, an online resource for all-around positive reinforcement training that also specializes in deaf dogs. Melissa Millet is the founder and head trainer at In Dogs We Trust. Melissa's deaf dogs Jellybean and Lollipop are both Guiness World Records holders Christina Lee is the founder of Deaf Dogs Rock, a 501-c3 nonprofit whose mission is to spread education about caring for, training, and living with a deaf dog. Links Melissa Millet demonstrates basketball passes with her Guiness World breaking dog. More info on the Piebald gene, a gene linked to deafness in dogs. Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:25 Why people (wrongly) overlook deaf dogs 3:37 How to use visual cues to train deaf dogs 4:50 Deaf dogs and sign language 7:20 More on training and living with a deaf dog 9:53 Some “advantages” of deaf dogs 11:36 Guiness World Record-breaking deaf dogs 15:46 Causes of deafness 18:37 Determining if your dog is deaf About Dog Podcast Network (DPN) DPN is the first of its kind. A podcasting network as devoted to dogs, as they are to us. Our mission is simple: entertain, inspire and inform. We will improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we talk about gender, dogs, and how we humans may be telling on ourselves. Also, laws about dogs: the great, the bad, and the very weird. And finally, dogs who hold world records any canine would be proud of. Episode Links https://www.spectator.co.uk/article/stop-misgendering-my-dog/  https://www.npr.org/2023/02/23/1158935096/florida-bill-dogs-car-window-cat-declawing https://www.taylorscornstores.com/the-strangest-animal-laws-from-around-the-world/#:~:text=It's%20illegal%20to%20tie%20a,for%20the%20purpose%20of%20hairdressing.&text=Dogs%20in%20Little%20Rock%20are%20banned%20from%20barking%20after%206pm.&text=You%20can't%20whistle%20to,bird%20in%20Berkley%20before%207am.&text=It's%20illegal%20to%20educate%20a%20dog%20in%20Hartford. https://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/news/2023/2/dog-with-a-tongue-lengthier-than-a-popsicle-stick-confirmed-as-longest-736653 https://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/records/showcase/animals/dogs 10 DOGS That Won A GUINNESS RECORD About Dog Podcast Network (DPN)  Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Titer testing has been around for a couple of decades, but it is now growing in popularity. The test indicates whether a dog has enough anti-bodies to be protected against certain diseases. But the test results can be used for seemingly contradictory purposes. Today on the show, we explore the ins and outs of titer tests, to give you a nuanced perspective on the benefits and risks that come with the current vaccine recommendations. About Dr. Enid Stiles Dr. Stiles is World Vet Association North American counselor and the chair of its Animal Welfare Working Group. She runs the Sherwook Park Animal Hospital in Beaconsfield, Quebec. She is a graduate of the Ontario Veterinary College, and a founding member of Veterinarians without Border Canada. She is passionate about helping animals and their families. https://sherwoodparkvet.com/ About Dr. Laurie Larson Dr. Larson is the director of the Companion Animal Vaccines and Immuno Diagnostic Service Laboratory (CAVIDS) at the University of Wisconsin's School of Veterinary Medicine. She directs the CAVIDS titer testing service which provides vaccinal antibody testing for dogs and cats across the U-S and Canada. Dr. Larson also teaches Veterinary Immunology to second year veterinary students and co-coordinates the Public Health course for third year veterinary students. https://www.vetmed.wisc.edu/lab/cavids/ About Dr. Jacqueline Ruskin Dr. Ruskin is the medical director of the VCA Animal Healing Center in Yardley, Pennsylvania. She fulfilled her childhood dream of becoming a veterinarian in 1998, when she graduated from Cornell University School of Veterinary Medicine. In addition to practicing exceptional conventional medicine, Dr. Ruskin also practices several holistic healing modalities. She learned much of her holistic medicine skills from the famous Dr. Marty Goldstein during a 13-year associateship in his practice. In 2019 Dr. Ruskin was featured in the documentary film “The Dog Doc” and was a contributing author to Dr. Marty Goldstein's latest book, "The Spirit of Animal Healing". https://vcahospitals.com/animal-healing-center About Dog Podcast Network (DPN) DPN is the first of its kind. A podcasting network as devoted to dogs, as they are to us. Our mission is simple: entertain, inspire and inform. We will improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's dog-related news round-up we talk about new strategies to help dogs beat aging, how raw food and table scraps may be GOOD for your puppy, a dog lost and found in an international move, the rise of severe dog flu in the U.S., a dog who watches morning television, and dogs getting stoned from garbage weed on the streets of NYC. https://www.telegraph.co.uk/science/2023/02/13/anti-ageing-drug-could-help-dog-live-longer/ https://dogagingproject.org https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/eating-table-scraps-and-raw-food-may-help-protect-dogs-against-stomach-issues-180981634/ https://www.campaignasia.com/article/gordon-domlija-his-dog-harvey-and-his-exit-from-wavemaker/483322 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/dog-flu-canine-influenza-rise-winter/ https://www.instagram.com/reel/CockE3eIDCi/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link https://indianexpress.com/article/trending/trending-globally/bindi-dog-who-loves-to-watch-news-and-made-it-to-morning-show-8450382/ https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/13/nyregion/dogs-weed-nyc.html About Dog Podcast Network (DPN)  Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's our Valentine's special, and today's show is a beautiful box of chocolates packed with sweet and salty stories from dog lovers all over the world about how the love of their dog multiplied the love in their lives exponentially. We talk about celebrities who met via their dog and tell tales from past guests who admitted to using a canine matchmaker. We also bring you three special stories about dogs who played Cupid. Kim met Neil in Ottawa, Canada walking through the picturesque Dominion Arboretum at an unusual time of day for her. Was it the hand of fate throwing that tennis ball? Carol and Chris met while working at an event in Nevada, U.S.A. Neither were looking for romance, but they were both in love with a beautiful dalmatian. When Martina wanted to explore Europe, she had to leave her beloved horse and find a more travel-friendly companion animal. Her sweet new puppy didn't just give her freedom: she also got a new career and a new love. Episode Links Ottawa's Arboretum - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dominion_Arboretum Jenine Stanley featured in Episode 77 - https://shows.dogpodcastnetwork.com/show/dog-edition/show-6/ Emma featured in episode 69 - https://shows.dogpodcastnetwork.com/show/dog-edition/hopes-story-an-8000-mile-odyssey-69/ Her now partner was in episode 71 - https://shows.dogpodcastnetwork.com/show/dog-edition/show-1/ Research about how dogs help owner socialise - https://www.waltham.com/dogs-can-help-owners-socialise About Dog Podcast Network (DPN)  Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Dog Edition – Hound Headlines we look at the following news stories Britain's Ugliest Dog has been crowned. Four-year-old Peggy, believed to be a Pug and Chinese Crested cross (a ‘Pugese') The competition was organized by a printing company. Peggy won a pamper session at a pet salon. Salon manager Sam Burton said: "I think she's really cute in her own way." Which dog has the strongest bite? Some scientists did a study a few years ago and it's resurfaced in the news this week. The top three were as follows: (1) The Kangal has the strongest bite of any breed of dog – an impressive 743 psi. This makes them particularly good at guarding livestock from predators in their native Turkey (2) The Dogue de Bordeaux has a fearsome bite strength of 556 psi - although this breed is notoriously so lazy they are unlikely to often use it. (3) The Mastiff's impressive 552 psi bite has been used to great effect over the years in everything from guarding villages to hunting wolves. Oodie for dogs! The Oodie has just launched its popular sherpa fleece hoodie for dogs! It's available in pink, blue and white and made from their famous super-soft, ultra-warm Sherpa fleece just like their famous Oodie wearable blankets. Dogs (and their owners) have to use the service entrance in New York NY Times has an article about how tenants of some apartments in New York never see the grand lobbies and elevators they pay for because if they come and go with their pet they have to use the service elevator and doors Is this fair? What about residents with allergies in lifts where hair may linger in carpets? Two dogs who ate things they shouldn't have Luna is in a rescue shelter in Ireland and ate a tin of dog food, including the tin. The vets bill was £1200 A Labrador ate a £600 electricity voucher/coupon before her owner could redeem it, luckily the QR code was the only important part of the letter and that bit was intact so could be scanned Vet in the UK who has taken in 10 dogs because their owners wanted them euthanized A vet called Sharon Williams has taken to rescuing healthy dogs that were going to be put down. Currently has 20 dogs, 17 horses, nine cockerels and two cats who were all unwanted. Many are young animals with behavior problems caused by lack of discipline or exercise or both Episode Links https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-humber-64502566 https://www.scotsman.com/lifestyle/family-and-parenting/dogs-with-big-bites-these-are-the-11-breeds-of-adorable-dog-that-have-the-most-powerful-bites-including-the-mighty-german-shepherd-3719270 https://www.hellomagazine.com/shopping/20230203163444/oodie-for-dogs/ https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/03/realestate/dogs-service-elevator-nyc.html https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11710481/Mothers-shock-beloved-pet-dog-eats-600-electricity-voucher-nips-room.html https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/belfast-news/life-death-choice-struggling-dog-26145007 https://inews.co.uk/news/vet-20-dogs-put-to-sleep-2109858 About Dog Podcast Network (DPN)  Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dog breeding can be a highly controversial topic. Why bring more puppies into the world when there are still dogs needing homes in shelters? In today's episode, we explore that perception with some thoughtful input from two of our expert guests. A lot goes into the process of becoming a responsible dog breeder: What costs are involved? How do you actually “breed” dogs? What breed should you choose? How do you even get started? We hear from one breeder in Canada who went all the way to Brazil to find exactly what she was looking for to start her line of dogs. And did you know that some dogs require artificial insemination? Do you know how much that COSTS? Once mom is through labor and the so cute pups arrive, the intensive labor for humans is just beginning. Raising them is a hands-on endeavor, and then playing lifelong matchmaker for the little darlings is not as easy as you might thing. Everyone wants a cute puppy, but who will be a great match, and who will give up on your sweet little ball of fluff and send them back to your loving arms? If you're thinking it's all worth it because they make a lot of money, you might be sobered by the financial reality check our guests share. To lighten the mood, we end with a jolly tale of a Christmas birth. Episode Links Pupstarts Breeders Rebecca Walters online training resource for breeders (UK based) Canine Reproduction and Neonatology by Marthina L Greer - literally the bible of breeding, everything you need to know Puppy Culture Resource for raising well-rounded puppies Avidog Resource for puppy raising, a little higher-octane than Puppy Culture (the Avidog system is used extensively by performance/working dog breeders) Orthopedic Foundation for Animals Started as a hip dysplasia registry. You can submit your dog's hip x-rays to them, and they grade them for hip dysplasia, the positive ratings are good and ex fair, good, and excellent. Guests Beverley Cuddy is the editor of Dogs Today magazine and a campaigner for responsible breeding Tiff Murray is a Golden Retriever breeder at Maplehill Kennels near Ottawa in Canada Rebecca Walters runs Pupstarts Breeders Kate Eldredge Basedow LVT breeds Belgian Tervuren www.coyoteruntervuren.com Vicky Rutherford breeds labrador retrievers at Nook On Lyne Labradors in Cumbria, UK Vanessa Waddon is the founder of Hope Rescue in Llanharan in Wales About Dog Podcast Network (DPN)  Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You've come home from work to discover evidence your dog has diarrhea. Ugh. It continues, and you call the vet. No appointments for two weeks, unless you want to pay for an emergency visit … but this doesn't seem like a huge emergency. Most veterinary visits are for the same few problems. Wouldn't it be nice if you could get basic health tests – like fresh poop samples you scrape off your floor – done from home, and get the results back in time for your scheduled veterinary visit? Today we are speaking with CEO Jen Hagness of MySimplePetLab, the first from home general wellness company. MySimplePetLab offers at-home and from-clinic testing kits for dogs and cats. The test kits are designed by veterinarians, and MySimplePetLab provides the tests, shipping to their lab for testing, and the results delivered to both you and your vet.  Jen shares with us the benefits to pet parents and veterinarians of these kits, and what the future may hold for at home testing. Episode Links MySimplePetLab This episode is sponsored in part by EverPup and BarkBox. Chapters 00:00 Start 02:56 MySimplePetLab 07:33 Traditional Pet Parents vs. Modern Pet Parents 11:33 Gold Standard Testing 12:59 Vets Included 15:29 2023 Teaser 20:02 Telemedicine 30:29 Being a CEO About Dog Podcast Network (DPN) DPN is the first of its kind. A podcasting network as devoted to dogs, as they are to us. Our mission is simple: entertain, inspire and inform. We will improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: Dog Edition: our flagship show where a global team of dog-obsessed journalists and storytellers feature news, in-depth reporting, analysis, features, and interview segments Dog Cancer Answers: which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you take a look at your dog, it's not always clear what its body parts are used for. Sure, eyes are for seeing, ears are for hearing––but why is a dog's nose wet? And why do some of them have floppy ears? Dogs have an extra set of front claws that don't even touch the ground. What do those do? And as for anal glands … why in the world do they need to be expressed? In this episode, Jim and Clare shrink down to the size of a flea and take an exciting tour of your dog's body. A panel of experts joins our hosts to make heads or tails of serrated lips, corkscrew tails, and carpal pads. Buckle up … things are getting messy. Guests Dr. Maggie Brown-Bury is a relief veterinarian and member of the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association. Dr. Beth Turner is a veterinarian with over 20 years' experience. She is a contributor to preventativevet.com and serves as the organization's media representative. Episode Links: When the Nose Doesn't Know science study that included more information about your dogs nose and includes diagrams of the Jacobson organ (aka the vomeronasal organ) and the olfactory system Dog Edition #61 Dog Myths Debunked Chapters 0:00 Introduction 2:15 The Nose 9:20 The Jacobson Organ 11:54 Whiskers 13:40 Why Do Some Dogs Have Floppy Ears? 17:04 Serrated Lips 20:10 Carpal Pads 23:02 Dew Claws 27:02 Anal Glands 29:33 Tails 31:00 Outro About Dog Podcast Network (DPN) DPN is the first of its kind. A podcasting network as devoted to dogs, as they are to us. Our mission is simple: entertain, inspire and inform. We will improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If your dog could make resolutions for 2023, what would they be? Eat more treats? Go to the dog park every day? Never have their nails trimmed? On the show today we're talking about New Year's Resolutions. We won't be telling you how to lose weight or badgering you to finish your home repairs. Instead, we've come up with some very creative ways to include your dog in your New Year's resolutions. 2022 has come with its fair share of challenges, but as we enter the New Year, we have a few goals for you that will bring you and your dog closer than ever. Our hosts also share their resolutions and some of their favorite ways to spend quality time with their furry family members. Episode Links The Long Leash #70 Connecting Human Health with Vet Care with Dr. Michael Blackwell 5 Ways to Keep Your Dog's Teeth Clean by American Kennel Club The Long Leash #61 Sit, Stay, Speak! With Buttons with Leo Trottier The Long Leash #72 The Dog Genius Challenge with Claudia Fugazza Chew This Journal by Sassafras Lowrey Color Me Mutt 5K and 1 mile color fun run/walk How to Meditate with Your Dog by James Jacobson and Kristine Madera Blinkist The book-summarizing subscription service based in Berlin, Germany.  This episode is sponsored in part by EverPup and BarkBox. About Dr. Michael Blackwell Dr. Blackwell currently serves as the Director of the Program for Pet Health Equity at the University of Tennessee. He is the founder of AlignCare Health, a One Health interprofessional system to improve access to veterinary care, especially for families with limited means. AlignCare Health Other Guests Leo Trottier is the founder and CEO of CleverPet, a startup that uses smart hardware to teach pets automatically through advanced cognitive and behavioral science techniques. Claudia Fugazza is a researcher at the Department of Ethology at Eötvös Loránd University, Budapest. During her PhD, she developed a training method called Do as I Do, which relies on dogs' social cognitive skills. Sassafras Lowrey is an author, and dog trainer, and is the 2013 winner of the Lambda Literary Emerging Writer Award. Sassafras is an All-Star Trainer of the Year Certified Trick Dog Instructor, and AKC CGC & Tricks Evaluator who has supported over 300 dog and handler teams earning trick titles from around the world. Randy Drew is the founder of Parc Foundation, which started hosting Color Me Mutt in 2007 to benefit service dogs and those who need them. Chapters 0:00 Introduction 10:33 Learn a New Language 16:16 Read More 18:15 Get Outside 20:58 Spend More Quality Time 24:26 Outro About Dog Podcast Network (DPN)  Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have grieved the loss of our dogs ever since they first became man's best friend, thousands of years ago. Everyone experiences loss in their own way, but it is a pain that is shared by everyone who has ever loved a dog. But is there anything you can do to prepare for that grief? Our guest Nancy Gordon works to raise awareness about the different stages of pet grief, and how to process the guilt and heartache from end-of-life decisions. As a licensed clinical social worker and certified life coach, Nancy understands the pain of loss through her personal journey. After a terrible car accident, she had to leave her practice and focus on her own recovery with chronic illness and debilitating pain. Relief from the pain (both physical and mental) came to her through her service dogs, Pink and Toaster. But then, the inevitable happened. Both of her service dogs had to cross over the rainbow bridge and Nancy was left navigating that loss. Taking what she learned from that experience, Nancy continues to help others through the dark days that follow the death of a beloved pet. In today's touching conversation, Jim and Nancy discuss anticipatory grief and how facing that inevitable loss ahead of time can help transform that experience for you and your dog. Episode Links Nancy Gordon I Miss You Already: Bearing the Unbearable Loss of Your Pet by Nancy Gordon This episode is sponsored in part by EverPup and BarkBox. Chapters 0:00 Introduction 1:22 Start of Interview 4:45 Unhealed Grief 7:30 The 7 Stages of Grief 29:22 Jim's Pet Loss Therapy Session 38:05 Continuted Bond 42:41 How to Find the Right Therapist 47:24 Outro About Dog Podcast Network (DPN) DPN is the first of its kind. A podcasting network as devoted to dogs, as they are to us. Our mission is simple: entertain, inspire and inform. We will improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: Dog Edition: our flagship show where a global team of dog-obsessed journalists and storytellers feature news, in-depth reporting, analysis, features, and interview segments Dog Cancer Answers: which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As we are gearing up to enter 2023, we wanted to share some of our favorite moments of 2022. And there are many, so it was hard to fit them all into one show! In this episode, we share some of our favorite moments, exceptional guests, and of course, incredible dog “tails” from this past year. Episode Links Dog Edition #47 Betty White – An Appreciation Dog Edition #65 The Queen's Corgis: An 89-Year Love Affair Dog Edition #62 Dogs Recovering Precious Remains Dog Edition #56 Sniffing Out Truffles and Other Treasures Dog Edition #55 The Lost Dogs of War in Ukraine Dog Edition #76 Dogs in Folklore Dog Edition #61 Dog Myths Debunked This episode is sponsored in part by EverPup and BarkBox. Chapters 0:00 Introduction 4:16 Loss of Icons in 2022 13:22 Dream Guests for 2022 14:55 Truffle Dogs 18:30 Ash Recovery Dogs 21:45 Lost Dogs of Ukraine 25:48 Bloopers 27:53 Future of Dog Podcast Network 29:59 Outro About Dog Podcast Network (DPN)  Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the show we discuss the history and evolution of dog training. Dog training now looks very different than it did just a few decades ago. It used to be commonly accepted that the best way to train a dog was to punish them when they did something wrong. Whether it was spanking them, rubbing their nose in their accidents, or using choke chains or shock collars. But things are changing. This evolution of dog training has taken us from punishment and pain training, to something much more powerful. Shannon Riley-Coyner created Truly Force Free animal training to help you train your dog without using pain or fear. Shannon has over 30 years of experience training dogs and is optimistic about the direction her industry is heading: towards more positive reinforcement. On today's episode, Shannon shares with us the evolution of dog training, what science tells us about how dogs learn, and what to look for in a trainer. Episode Links Force Free Dog Training The Evolution of Dog Training by Shannon Riley-Coyner This episode is sponsored in part by EverPup and BarkBox. Chapters 0:00 Introduction 12:24 The Neck is Very Vulnerable 16:01 Trauma Bond 27:20 Picking A Trainer 29:10 Group Training vs. One-on-One 30:56 Online Training Videos About Dog Podcast Network (DPN) DPN is the first of its kind. A podcasting network as devoted to dogs, as they are to us. Our mission is simple: entertain, inspire and inform. We will improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: Dog Edition: our flagship show where a global team of dog-obsessed journalists and storytellers feature news, in-depth reporting, analysis, features, and interview segments Dog Cancer Answers: which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the show is our Christmas celebration! We are sharing the story of Jenine Stanley who was born legally blind and spent much of her life believing she did not need a guide dog. Everything changed when she moved to the city. Finding she needed help navigating the busy streets and noisy atmosphere, she found her first guide dog. While it may not have been love at first sight, it was love at first “feel.” Jenine now works to help others receive the love and assistance that only a service dog can give. To celebrate her beloved dogs, Jenine writes a new Christmas poem every year. In this special episode, we perform her version of “Twas the Night Before Christmas”. Grab a cup of cocoa and snuggle up with your pup, because it's about to get real cozy! Episode Links Stewart the Hotel Dog | Dog Edition #59 Stewart's career change, from service dog to hotel greeter This episode is sponsored in part by EverPup and BarkBox. Chapters 0:00 Introduction 2:01 Jenine Stanley  7:02 ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas 15:28 Outro About Dog Podcast Network (DPN)  Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the show: dog geniuses. What does it mean to be a truly gifted dog? Researcher Dr. Claudia Fugazza has been on a mission to better understand how dogs learn. She is particularly interested in the dogs that can memorize dozens of toy names. Everyone thinks they have the smartest dog in the world (or at least the best!) but what makes a dog a prodigy? Dogs like Chaser, a border collie who has purportedly learned the name of over 1,000 toy names! But that kind of talent is very rare. And it's not well known why they are able to do this. Is it breed? The way they were trained? Were they just born talented? Dr. Fugazza and her colleagues at the University of Budapest want to find more. Thus, the Genius Dog Challenge was born.  In her search to better understand talent and language in dogs, Dr. Fugazza has started an online initiative to study smart dogs around. In this conversation, we delve into the world of dog learning, and you will find out how to test if your dog is a genius. Episode Links Genius Dog Challenge The Long Leash #61 Sit, Stay, Speak...with Buttons! With Leo Trottier This episode is sponsored in part by EverPup and BarkBox. Chapters 0:00 Introduction 2:30 What is a Smart Dog? 14:21 Talent in Dogs 24:40 Rico and Chaser-Genius Dogs 30:27 Do As I Do 36:52 Episodic Memory 43:56 Is Your Dog a Genius? 49:12 Outro About Dog Podcast Network (DPN) DPN is the first of its kind. A podcasting network as devoted to dogs, as they are to us. Our mission is simple: entertain, inspire and inform. We will improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: Dog Edition: our flagship show where a global team of dog-obsessed journalists and storytellers feature news, in-depth reporting, analysis, features, and interview segments Dog Cancer Answers: which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some say humans learns best through story, and when you look at the history of dogs in folklore, you see plenty of evidence. One story about one single dog can influence the way humans feel about dogs – or that type of dog – for years, decades, centuries, even millenia. For thousands of years, seeing seeing a black dog was a good sign, a helpful warning from the spiritual world … or something quite sinister. Author D.S. Nelson calls forth some ancient stories so we moderns can see just how far we've come. Or have we? Dr. Stanley Coren pitches in with a thoroughly contemporary tale of a vicar's wife who saw a ghostly dog figure and attributed a death to it. New folklore tales like this have impact on the daily life of millions of black dogs. Superstitious human folk are not lost to the mists of time, as folklorist Mark Norman reminds us. Of course, some folklore is positive, like the guardian dogs you find in tales throughout the centuries, and even in contemporary literature. Why, even Disney's eternally popular Lady & The Tramp is based on a folk tale about a loyal Welsh hound. Folklorist Ceallaigh MacCath-Moran weighs in with insight about how folklore is created every day in unusual ways. For example, every episode of Dog Edition creates lore … so listen today, and every week, to find out what tall tails future humans will tell. Episode Links Folklore & Fiction podcast and website by Ceallaigh S. MacCath-Moran Stories From Lore podcast by DS Nelson Dawn Nelson website (aka DD Storyteller) What Do Dogs Know by Dr. Stanley Coren Gods, ghosts, and black dogs by Stanley Coren The Folklore Podcast with Mark Norman Dog Edition Episode #70: Why Are Dogs So Loyal? This episode is sponsored in part by EverPup and BarkBox. About Ceallaigh MacCath-Morran Ceallaigh MacCath-Morran is a PhD candidate in the folklore department at Memorial University of Newfoundland. She is a published writer of fiction, non-fiction and poetry and recently worked with the Odyssey Theater in Ottawa to write a folklore radio play. You can find out more information at https://theotherpath.ca/ Other Guests DS Nelson (aka Dawn Nelson) is an author, storyteller and host of the Stories From Lore podcast Mark Norman is a folklore researcher and author of Black Dog Folklore. He also hosts The Folklore Podcast. Mark is currently working on a book which explores the connection between folklore and Scooby Doo! Dr Stanley Coren is Professor Emiritus from the University of British Columbia in Vancouver. He is the author of several books including Gods, Ghosts & Black Dogs Chapters 0:00 Introduction 0:58 Black Dogs 6:32 Black Dog Syndrome 13:52 Dogs as Guardians-Cerberus 18:29 The Loyal Hound-Gelert The Choking Doberman 23:59 What is Folklore? About Dog Podcast Network (DPN)  Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's show we hear from Jen Danna, a crime novelist whose FBI K9 novel series explores the world of FBI agent Meg Jennings and her search-and-rescue dog Hawk. If you're thinking “I thought that series was written by Sara Driscoll,” you're right. Sara Driscoll is a joint pen name for Danna, a Canadian infectious disease researcher, and her co-author, Ann Vanderlaan, a Texan oil biz technical writer.  Their very different work and their shared passion for writing inspired them to pen seven novels under their joint pseudonym. Danna's dedication to scientific accuracy drives her storytelling. She shares what she has learned about the deep connection between FBI working dogs and their handlers.  Danna also talks about the seventh novel in their series, “Still Waters,” which has been published half-posthumously after Vanderlaan's death earlier this year. Even as she celebrates the new novel, Danna reflects on how she will continue Meg Jennings' story now that she has lost her other writing half. Episode Links Still Waters: An FBI K9 Novel by Sara Driscoll (aka Jen Danna and Ann Vanderlaan) Jen Danna official website Bouchercon World Mystery Convention Does the Dog Die The Long Leash Episode #57 My Life Transformed by a Golden Angel with writing legend Dean Koontz Dog Edition Episode #71 From the Titanic to Queen Mary 2: Transatlantic Dogs This episode is sponsored in part by EverPup and BarkBox.  About Dog Podcast Network (DPN) DPN is the first of its kind. A podcasting network as devoted to dogs, as they are to us. Our mission is simple: entertain, inspire and inform. We will improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: Dog Edition: our flagship show where a global team of dog-obsessed journalists and storytellers feature news, in-depth reporting, analysis, features, and interview segments Dog Cancer Answers: which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is the second installment of Wag The Vote!, our dog-centric, non-partisan, on-going campaign to encourage voter participation. Dogs are the ultimate “good citizens” … and we think they want us humans to be good citizens, too. In this episode: dog mayors. (Yes, that's a thing.) Are dogs being elected to public office a sign of democratic collapse? Political hijinks to install a figurehead, a mere puppet for the masters pulling the other end of the leash? Or are they the natural end result of civically engaged communities? Today, we talk about the how and the why of successful canine campaigns for mayor. Unless it's happened in your town, you might not realize there are quite a few animal mayors, especially in America. From the first mule candidate elected in 1938, to a town that has had animal mayors since 1998, we discuss the good, the bad, and the downright ridiculous. A very special thanks to the Tacoma Library in Washington state for helping us track down the clippings of Boston Curtis' 1938 election. Episode Links Dog Edition Episode #47: Dogs as Healers Dogs Edition Episode #53 : Dog as Medicine Rabbit Hash Historical Society Wilbur the French Bulldog Elected Mayor article by The Washington Post Why are there so many animal mayors? video by Mic Bosco, Sunol's Dog Mayor, Lives on in Spirit article by The Mercury News Mayor Max Mayor of Idyllwild, California Animal Rescue Friends of Idyllwild This episode is sponsored in part by EverPup and BarkBox. About Dog Podcast Network (DPN)  Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Too many people face a cold reality when their dog gets sick: they want to give vet care, but simply cannot afford it. Ways to cope vary, including hoping and wishing the problem will disappear on its own, reducing pain and other medication use to “make them last,” and even euthanizing a dog who might recover with proper care. It's devastating for the family members and the veterinarians and their staff who must help them make these terrible choices. When money is the issue, and money is not there, no question has an easy answer. Our guest today is Dr. Michael Blackwell, the founder of AlignCare Health. His organization is a national, community-funded One Health interprofessional system that helps families with limited means get access to veterinary care. In other words, he helps keep families together, regardless of species. Dr. Michael Blackwell's received his calling to help after hearing about a veteran whose dog was put to sleep because he could not afford his treatments. What was the problem? A police officer had shot his dog (unjustly), and the resulting injuries required extensive and expensive procedures. The veteran's utter loss and devastating pain “lit a fire” in Dr. Blackwell's soul. That's when the high-ranking government official and educator decided to start breaking down economic barriers that prevent pets and their families from getting the care they need. Dr. Blackwell joins us for an in-depth, moving discussion about how our pet's care influences our own health and healthcare, and why affordable veterinary care is critical to our health as a species and citizens. Episode Links Access to Veterinary Care-Barriers, Current Practices, and Public Policy A project of the Access to Veterinary Care Coalition, Dec 2018 AlignCare Health official website This episode is sponsored in part by EverPup and BarkBox. Chapters 0:00 Introduction 2:26 Start of Interview 4:09 The Event that Changed Everything 6:38 1 in 4 Families Lack the Ability to Pay for Vet Care 8:58 Phycological Benefits of Having a Pet 11:32 Economic Barriers to Vet Care 13:05 Status of Pet Insurance 17:03 Health Benefits Associated with Pet Ownership 19:21 What is AlignCare? 22:47 AlignCare in Los Angeles 34:55 The Emotional and Financial Stress of Being a Vet 45:54 The Importance of Public Servants 50:09 First Minority Dean of a Major Vet College 54:14 Future of AlignCare 56:52 Outro About Dog Podcast Network (DPN) DPN is the first of its kind. A podcasting network as devoted to dogs, as they are to us. Our mission is simple: entertain, inspire and inform. We will improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: Dog Edition: our flagship show where a global team of dog-obsessed journalists and storytellers feature news, in-depth reporting, analysis, features, and interview segments Dog Cancer Answers: which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The cost of pet care has skyrocketed in the last ten years, and no, it's not just inflation. We've demanded better medical care for our non-human family members … and the industry has responded. When vets are asked to do more than “give a shot” … a vaccine, antibiotic, or steroid … the medical standards rise. And so do costs. State-of-the-art equipment costs money, as do overhead and labor. Good medicine costs good money, it turns out. Today, we do a deep dive into the inner workings of the veterinary medical industry and its complex economics. We explore the heavy impact the pandemic has had on veterinarians and their clinics. Why are so many mom-n-pop practices selling to corporate networks? Why have so many veterinarians and veterinary technicians left the field, even as demand rises? Is pet insurance a good option, or is it only adding complexity to an already-tangled situation? Historical inefficiencies must be set aside to modernize the industry … are there innovations coming that will help veterinarians help more dogs with even better medicine? Episode Links Pet Fund PayPal for donations Covetrus The company trying to help vets and pet owners with solutions to expensive medication and practice costs. Gravity Payments The payment processor to help vet clinics get payments through without a hassle. This episode is sponsored in part by EverPup and BarkBox. About Jenna Stregowski Jenna Stregowski is a former veterinary technician and hospital manager with over 20 years of experience. She is now a full-time pet journalist who writes for The Spruce Pets and other publications. About Dr. Marty Becker Marty Becker, “America's Veterinarian,” is a long-time veterinarian, media personality, and best-selling author. He is the founder of “Fear Free,” which works to alleviate fear, anxiety, and stress, in pets. About Karen Leslie Karen Leslie is the Executive Director of The Pet Fund, a non-profit dedicated to funding vet care for those who cannot afford it. About Randy Valpy Randy Valpy is President of Underwriting at Trupanion and has over 20 years of experience within the animal health industry. About Dog Podcast Network (DPN) DPN is the first of its kind. A podcasting network as devoted to dogs, as they are to us. Our mission is simple: entertain, inspire and inform. We will improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every dog-loving human has their own idea about what being dog-friendly means. For some, it's the neighbor who switches to non-toxic snail bait. For others, it's a dog water bowl in front of a business, or a grassy dog park in an otherwise quiet neighborhood. But some humans have bigger ideas, like creating dog-friendly architecture and dog-friendly legislation. Dog-friendly school curriculums and dog-friendly business models. How do we include human's best friend in our life design efforts? Beth Miller, the founder of Wagtown, joins us to talk about the macroeconomic and health benefits of dog-friendly planning. Her non-profit helps communities define what dog-friendly means to them … and then become more dog friendly. In Miller's world, dollars follow dogs. Creating more dog-friendly spaces impacts economic development, business growth, housing markets … and even our own lifespans, which are longer when we share them with dogs. Wagtown has been involved in many dog-friendly planning projects. Beth shares how they changed patio laws for the state of Ohio in a “Pups on Patio” campaign. Wagtown also assisted local law enforcement officers in building a working relationship with community dog walkers. Listen and be inspired to create a more dog-friendly future for all humanity! Episode Links Wagtown This episode is sponsored in part by EverPup and BarkBox. Chapters 0:00 Introduction 1:36 What does it mean to be dog-friendly? 3:12 Dog friendliness desert 4:50 Dog friendliness is a factor of location 8:29 What is Wagtown? 13:22 Interviewing 600 people 14:25 What to consider when building a new dog park 19:22 Building dog friendly spaces 20:26 The economic benefits of being dog-friendly 21:00 Pups on patios 27:19 Future of a dog-friendly society 29:09 Dog walkers working with law enforcement 30:52 Outro About Dog Podcast Network (DPN) DPN is the first of its kind. A podcasting network as devoted to dogs, as they are to us. Our mission is simple: entertain, inspire and inform. We will improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: Dog Edition: our flagship show where a global team of dog-obsessed journalists and storytellers feature news, in-depth reporting, analysis, features, and interview segments Dog Cancer Answers: which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's our holiday gift special! We've sniffed out everything DOGGONE PAWESOME for dogs (and dog lovers) this year … and we're giving them ALL away! We've been digging around all year to find our favorites. We've tested and tried and we've got opinions up the wazoo. Whether your budget is $10 or $150, we've got something for you to consider. Want to finally take that perfect selfie with your dog? Or get a designer bag for under $20? Finally know if your dog's ears are spaniel or retriever? This is the show for you! Want to get ALL the gifts? You can, by entering our giveaway! If your name is drawn, you will get ALL the items featured in the episode! For contest rules and entry, click here. Featured Gifts Pooch Selfie ($9.99) Zoo Snoods Reindeer Costume ($24.99) Zoo Snoods Store (options available under $20.00) Haute Diggity Dog Store -Chewy Vuitton ($13.99) -Starbarks Frenchie Roast ($18.99) -Grrrona ($18.99) -Lick Croix ($14.92) AquaPaw ($24.95) AquaPaw Lick Mat ($10.95) AquaPaw Equine ($34.84) Embark Dog DNA Test Kit ($139.00) Episode Links For contest rules and entry, click here DE-EP061 Dog Myths Debunked – Colorblind Dogs Pooch Selfie on Shark Tank Aqua Paw on Shark Tank 10 Things to Do to Help Your Dog's Storm Anxiety This episode is sponsored in part by EverPup and BarkBox. About Dog Podcast Network (DPN)  Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you pair wine with something that's not food? Our guest today says it's simple: compare the personalities and traits of both. And yes, you can pair wine with dogs! Michele Gargiulo, certified sommelier, wanted to sprinkle some joy into the winery world, which she says takes itself far too seriously. In her book Pairing Paws, Gargiulo discerns the distinctive personalities of various vintages and a multitude of mutts … and makes a compelling argument for which goes with what. Sound weird? Maybe. Not everyone thought this book was a good idea. Gargiulo's personal story about writing and publishing her quirky and fabulous book started out as a romantic adventure tale, but soon turned tragic when her boyfriend died. Gargiulo credits her dog, Riesling, with keeping her moving and bringing love and light back into her story. Episode Links Pairing Paws by Michele Gargiulo Azores Wine Company Arinto dos Açores White to be paired with Maltese This episode is sponsored in part by EverPup and BarkBox. Chapters 0:00 Introduction 1:26 Pairing Paws the book 11:19 Pairing dogs with wine 15:49 How do you publish a book? 22:31 What it REALLY means to be a master sommelier 24:02 Making the wine world more accessible 26:24 Surviving the loss of a loved one 30:16 Outro About Dog Podcast Network (DPN) DPN is the first of its kind. A podcasting network as devoted to dogs, as they are to us. Our mission is simple: entertain, inspire and inform. We will improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: Dog Edition: our flagship show where a global team of dog-obsessed journalists and storytellers feature news, in-depth reporting, analysis, features, and interview segments Dog Cancer Answers: which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In our second installment of Dog Myths Debunked, our hosts sniff out the truth about these two common dog myths: It OK for your dog to have a little bit of chocolate Dogs eat grass because they are sick. On today's episode, we explore the science being chocolate and grass eating in dogs. Our expert guests describe what happens to your dog experiencing chocolate toxicity, what is done to treat it, and why your dog may be eating grass. The reasons might surprise you! Episode Links Dog Chocolate Toxicity Meter by PetMD Top 10 Dog Poisons by Pet Poison Helpline Heightened risk of canine chocolate exposure at Christmas and Easter by Dr. Peter-John Noble et al. International Wolf Center Characterisation of plant eating in dogs by Dr. Karen Sueda and Dr. Benjamin Hart This episode is sponsored in part by EverPup and BarkBox. About the Guests Dr. Renee Schmid-Pet Poison Helpline, Senior Veterinary Toxicologist Dr. Karen Lynne Chieko Sueda-West Los Angeles Animal Hospital, veterinary behaviorist Dr. Benjamine Leslie Hart-University of California, Davis, Distinguished Professor Emeritus, School of Veterinary Medicine Dr. Peter-John Mäntylä Noble-University of Liverpool, Senior Lecturer in Small Animal Internal Medicine Dr. Brittany Grenus-Relief Veterinarian Lori Schmidt-International Wolf Center, Wolf Curator Chapters 0:00 Introduction 10:02 What makes chocolate so toxic for dogs? 14:45 Treatment for chocolate toxicity in dogs 17:05 What happens when a dog eats chocolate? 19:27 Do dogs eat grass when they are sick? 22:08 Self-medication in animals 25:10 Do wolves eat grass when they are sick? 30:41 Outro About Dog Podcast Network (DPN)  Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For more than two decades Dr. Renée Alsarraf treated cancer in her canine patients. Then, at age fifty-one, she was diagnosed with cancer herself … and so was her boxer, Newton. The healing nature of their bond helped Dr. Alsarraf fight. Newton acted as her guide dog through chemo, therapy, and recovery. Dr. Alsarraf joins us to share what's she learned about cancer from her own ordeal. There are similarities in between the species that she understands more deeply than ever. The lessons she learned on her journey she incorporates into her current veterinary practice. Now cancer-free, Dr. Alsarraf connects with the parents of sick animals with a new level of empathy and experience. Dogs teach us how to live well, if we pay attention – and Dr. Alsarraf pays attention. She has chronicled her extraordinary experience in her book “Sit, Stay, Heal.” Episode Links Sit, Stay, Heal: What Dogs Can Teach us About Living Well by Dr. Renée Alsarraf This episode is sponsored in part by EverPup and BarkBox. About Dog Podcast Network (DPN) DPN is the first of its kind. A podcasting network as devoted to dogs, as they are to us. Our mission is simple: entertain, inspire and inform. We will improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: Dog Edition: our flagship show where a global team of dog-obsessed journalists and storytellers feature news, in-depth reporting, analysis, features, and interview segments Dog Cancer Answers: which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ocean liners, the majestic hotels of the sea, have never been built just for humans. Since their invention in 1840, they have accommodated many other species. In the early days, the animals who voyaged were fresh food for human passengers, so they didn't quite complete the crossing. But that changed around the turn of the century, when passengers started asking to bring their pets on the trip. Shipping operators figured out how to let companion animals make themselves at home at sea. The most memorable ocean liner, the Titanic, was perhaps the most infamous of the ships to accommodate pets. She left Southampton for her maiden voyage with over 2000 passengers and crew … and twelve dogs on board. The dogs lived in luxury for a few days … until the ship hit the iceberg. What happened to the dogs? Ian Murphy at Liverpool's Maritime Museum and Janette McCutcheon, author of several books about ocean liners, tell us about each … including an incredible tale of owner loyalty. Make sure you have your handkerchief in hand! By the 1930's, ships were attracting movie stars, businesspeople, and other wealthy and glamorous passengers. And yes, they wanted their animals with them on the crossing. Who were the crew members tasked with looking after the dogs? Today only one ocean liner is left in service: the Queen Mary 2. Perhaps it's the law of supply and demand that explains why the wait list for kenneled passengers is two years … but is it waning supply, or increasing demand? Humans choose to cross on Queen Mary 2 for a variety of reasons, from cost savings to phobia avoidance to health concerns. We speak to passengers who've made the trip and report how their dogs liked being on ship in a confined space with a strict diet. Was it a floating spa, or something … else? Episode Links Travelling on the Queen Mary 2 with pets Michelle Binkley's YouTube channel Janette McCutcheon's books Maritime Museum in Liverpool About Dog Podcast Network (DPN)  Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Veterinarians are animal lovers, and many expect their career to be all about spending quality time with animals. Reality is a little different, though. First, veterinary school is hard. It's also expensive. When vets graduate, their starting yearly salary might be half of their debt burden. Practicing animal medicine is an emotional roller coaster, and every day features new and more loop-the-loops. Over the course of a single workday, a general practice veterinarian goes from handling a playful kitten to helping someone understand their pet is dying. This daily fluctuation in emotional tone is sometimes called the killing-caring paradox. It can take a heavy toll on caregivers. And now things are changing. Pet health providers have responded to pet parents viewing their dogs and cats as family members. The medicine is better, the vet practice is safer, and the stakes are even higher than they have been. Where does that leave the veterinarians? On today's show, we discuss changes in veterinary medicine, and how to improve wellness for those who care for our pets. George Melillo is the CEO and founder of a chain of veterinary hospitals called Heart + Paw. In his hospitals, the veterinarian's mental well-being is the priority … with the aim of improving pet care, as well. George Melillo's innovations may seem simple, but they could be seen as revolutionary. Aiming to reduce stress in an incredibly stressful profession, he gives veterinarians more autonomy when it comes to scheduling and includes pet parents are included in all aspects of care. Join us as Dr. Melillo explains why his business approach will help animals and veterinarians alike. Episode Links Heart + Paw Chapters [00:00:00] Teaser [00:00:14] Introduction [00:01:41] Introducing George Melillo [00:03:54] The Challenging Career of Veterinary Professionals [00:06:04] High Rates of Veterinarian Suicide [00:07:15] Creating a Safe Space for Veterinarians [00:13:47] Changes in the Vet Industry [00:16:33] Changes in the Industry as a Result of COVID [00:22:55] Heart + Paw [00:24:57] Giving Advice to your Past Self [00:26:17] Outro About Dog Podcast Network (DPN) DPN is the first of its kind. A podcasting network as devoted to dogs, as they are to us. Our mission is simple: entertain, inspire and inform. We will improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: Dog Edition: our flagship show where a global team of dog-obsessed journalists and storytellers feature news, in-depth reporting, analysis, features, and interview segments Dog Cancer Answers: which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most of us think dogs are loyal to us humans because we provide them with creature comforts: food, shelter, belly rubs. But that's not the full story. Loyalty is deeply ingrained into canine DNA. Close bonds with humans were a crucial part of their evolution from wolves, and it's one of the most prevalent features of dogs today. In this episode, guests Dr. James Serpell, Professor Anne Burrows, and Amanda Matoske shed light on the science behind dog loyalty. Spoiler alert: when a human gazes into a dog's eyes, and the dog gazes back, both species release the same hormone: oxytocin. That's the “cuddle hormone” or “love hormone” that forms deep bonds! James and Clare also share stories of two of history's most loyal dogs, Fido and Hachiko. About James Serpell James Serpell is professor Emeritus of Ethics and Animal Welfare at the School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania. He does research in anthrozoology and specializes in the behavior and welfare of companion animals. About Anne Burrows Anne Burrows is a biological anthropologist and professor at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh. She is an expert on the unique relationship between humans and dogs and regularly teaches a course on this subject. About Amanda Matoske Amanda Matsoke is a professional dog trainer whose work carries on the legacy of the late, great Kevin Behan, world-renowned dog trainer and best-selling author. Other Show Links: https://naturaldogtraining.com/ About Dog Podcast Network (DPN) DPN is the first of its kind. A podcasting network as devoted to dogs, as they are to us. Our mission is simple: entertain, inspire and inform. We will improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the show, Valerie Reid, who started the non-profit Whispering Willows Senior Dog Sanctuary. The mission? To provide an extraordinary retirement community for senior dogs who find themselves unhoused and unhumaned. Elderly dogs find their way to Valerie for one of several reasons. Their human may have passed, and their surviving family members can't provide proper care. Other dogs come from horrendous hoarding situations. Others are rescued from horrible conditions at drug houses. Peanut, who watches over Valerie throughout this conversation, is a drug house rescue. As he sits on Valerie's lap, you would never guess this serene little one-eyed gentleman was found blistered and scalded and in desperate need of care. He was left in a cage in 90-degree weather with no food or water. Those who used the drug house he was rescued from didn't let him out to pee, so he had terrible urine scald. His skin was blistered from the beating sun. Who would take in such a pathetic creature, who had so much need? Whispering Willows, Valerie's nonprofit. Whispering Willows is a senior dogs' paradise. A gracious home on five acres of fenced property in Missouri gives them shelter and food and companionship for the rest of their days. The dogs are never left alone or caged. They have free range to go where they want, whenever they want. They receive 24-hour care and live as a family with their Caregivers. They are never, ever alone, right up until the end. About Valerie Reid Valerie Reid is the President and Founder of Whispering Willows. Since starting the sanctuary, Whispering Willows has been able to offer full time care for over 600 senior dogs. Over 550 of those seniors have passed over the Rainbow Bridge, with love being whispered until their last breath. Episode Links Whispering Willows Senior Dog Sanctuary About Dog Podcast Network (DPN) DPN is the first of its kind. A podcasting network as devoted to dogs, as they are to us. Our mission is simple: entertain, inspire and inform. We will improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: Dog Edition: our flagship show where a global team of dog-obsessed journalists and storytellers feature news, in-depth reporting, analysis, features, and interview segments Dog Cancer Answers: which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When the pandemic ground the world to a halt, Emma was studying in France, an ocean and a continent away from her home. Returning to Oregon to be closer to her family, she did what many other Americans did that year: adopt a puppy. Hope was a rescue from Texas: a sweet, traumatized Pitbull. Despite the pandemic restrictions' and wildfire season's best efforts, Emma and Hope formed a quick, intense bond. Hope turned out to be Emma's great love, and so she never considered leaving her behind when she was offered a place in Glasgow to continue her studies. But Hope was terribly afraid of loud noises, and would never get on a plane. What to do? Perhaps a trip on the Queen Mary 2 was in order. It's the only ship that carries animals across the Atlantic. But, wait: it turns out that Hope's breed is banned in the UK! How was this girl going to get this dog into that country? Emma turned to her mother, Lucy, for help, and the two of them planned a truly epic itinerary. Today we hear their story, and talk to Dr Sam Gaines of the RSPCA about the Dangerous Dogs Act, which has prohibited Pitbull ownership in the UK since 1991. Episode Links The RSPCA's campaign to end Breed Specific Legislation The UK government's rules about banned breeds About Dog Podcast Network (DPN)  Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Marty Becker has devoted his life to helping animals in need. For many years he made regular appearances on national TV shows such as Good Morning America and Dr. Oz. That is where he got his moniker as America's Vet. He has owned or co-owned seven different veterinary hospitals, lectured to veterinarians on six continents, and has written 25 books (selling over 8 million copies with three New York Times bestsellers).  On today's show, Dr. Marty Becker shares the impact fear can have on your dog—especially when it comes to vet visits. He believes fear is the worst thing any social species can experience, and it is his mission to educate pet professionals and pet owners to eliminate fear-filled experiences. That's why he founded Fear Free. Dr. Marty Becker and his team are taking the “pet” out of “petrified” by eliminating and alleviating fear, anxiety, and stress in pets. What should you look for when selecting a vet? How can you make the waiting room experience less stressful? How do you examine a pet on their terms? Dr. Marty Becker tells all in this incredible discussion. He also gives us a sneak peak into a new direction of pet health, and its nothing to yawn about... About Dr. Marty Becker Dr. Becker was the resident veterinary contributor on "Good Morning America" for 17 years. He is currently a member of the Board of Directors of American Humane as well as its Chief Veterinary Correspondent. His special fondness for older pets has led him to a spot on the Advisory Board of The Grey Muzzle Organization, which is dedicated to helping homeless senior dogs. A passionate advocate for the human-animal bond, Dr. Becker practices at North Idaho Animal Hospital because he loves veterinary medicine, pets, and the people who care for them. Dr. Marty Becker: https://www.drmartybecker.com/ Episode Links Dog Edition episode #55: The Lost Dogs of War in Ukraine Fear Free pets About Dog Podcast Network (DPN) DPN is the first of its kind. A podcasting network as devoted to dogs, as they are to us. Our mission is simple: entertain, inspire and inform. We will improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: Dog Edition: our flagship show where a global team of dog-obsessed journalists and storytellers feature news, in-depth reporting, analysis, features, and interview segments Dog Cancer Answers: which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's likely that you have watched some of the animals Mark Harden has trained. Do any of these titles ring a bell: Stuart Little, Hachiko, Dracula, Arachnophobia, or Pirates of the Caribbean? Mark takes us behind the scenes to show us the art of animal training and Hollywood production. How do you use makeup to make a dog look old? How do you keep a dog actor in perpetual puppyhood? How has CGI transformed animal acting in Hollywood? After forty years in the business, there isn't anything Mark doesn't know. Mark has trained many species, but he says dogs are special. They can learn complex behaviours and portray a range of emotions that most other animals simply cannot. During this conversation, Mark shares with us the life of a wild animal trainer who transitioned to working in Hollywood … who has embraced the occupational hazard of adopting dogs from the set. About Mark Harden  Hollywood animal trainer Mark Harden has worked with and trained animals of all sizes and species, from elephants to ants. In a career spanning over four decades, he has trained animals to act on the sets of major blockbuster hits, like Pirates of the Caribbean, The Jungle Book: Mowgli's Story, Dennis the Menace, and Captain Marvel. He has been married to Lori since 1983. They have three children. Mark Harden IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0362103/ About Dog Podcast Network (DPN) DPN is the first of its kind. A podcasting network as devoted to dogs, as they are to us. Our mission is simple: entertain, inspire and inform. We will improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: Dog Edition: our flagship show where a global team of dog-obsessed journalists and storytellers feature news, in-depth reporting, analysis, features, and interview segments Dog Cancer Answers: which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are headed to Argentina to a dog shelter that cares for 500 dogs! We will learn about the creative ways this shelter has increased adoptions, particularly of disabled dogs. To show how lovable and happy these dogs are, every year the shelter El Campito hosts a Disabled Dog Parade. Our hosts also discuss the poor conditions of some of the underfunded and overcrowded dog shelters in the country and how police carry out raids on backyard breeders. Many of the rescued dogs, like the 97 Doxens featured in this episode, get sent to the shelter for rehabilitation. El Campito knows that saving dogs is only half the job. To improve conditions for dogs across Argentina they also need to educate the public. About Guests Sergio Moragues: @elcampito Head of Institutional Relations at El Campito. Susana Dascalaky: @SDascalaky Pioneer Animal Rights Lawyer and volunteer at El Campito. Fernando Pieroni: @fer_pieroni Animal rescuer and social influencer for animal rights. Episode Links El Campito animal shelter: https://www.elcampitorefugio.org/ Dog Edition Episode 50: A Texas Sized Problem About Dog Podcast Network (DPN) DPN is the first of its kind. A podcasting network as devoted to dogs, as they are to us. Our mission is simple: entertain, inspire and inform. We will improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In every city around the globe, people are affected by homelessness. But what happens when the homeless have a dog? This episode takes a deep dive into the lives of street dogs and the challenges their loved humans face. Even people with stable living situations can struggle with veterinary costs. For those experiencing homelessness, do their pets get adequate care? Could a dog be happier living on the streets than in a house? Are pets sometimes the real obstacle to finding housing? It's a complex and difficult situation, and there are lots of factors at play. Today we speak to experts working with this population who understand the intense bond shared between human and dog … and know what steps we all can take to help both species. After all, they are family. We also hear from David, who lives with his deaf pit bulls on the streets of New York. He makes it clear: his dogs come first. About Genevieve Fredrick Genevieve Fredrick is the founder of Feeding Pets of the Homeless in Nevada, an organization that has started thousands of volunteer pet food donation sites across America, as well as emergency veterinary care for homeless pets. https://www.petsofthehomeless.org/ About Chritine Kim Christine Kim started a national non-profit dedicated to expanding access to shelters for individuals experiencing homelessness and their companion animals. They work with service providers to expand their programs to help keep the homeless with their furry families. https://www.mydogismyhome.org/ About Leslie Irvine Leslie Irvine is an American sociologist specializing in conceptions of the self and human-animal relationships. She tells us stories from her new book My Dog Always Eats First: Homeless People and Their Animals, which includes first-hand accounts of homeless and their dogs on the streets. You can find her book here. About Jenny Stavsky Jenny Stavsky is a clinical research manager based in Nottingham, England. Back in 2020 she worked with Louise Scanlon on a paper interviewing the homeless who have pets, learning that the bond between them is far deeper than we can ever imagine. You can find their research paper here. About Dog Podcast Network (DPN) DPN is the first of its kind. A podcasting network as devoted to dogs, as they are to us. Our mission is simple: entertain, inspire and inform. We will improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Queen Elizabeth II is known for her love of corgis, which began when she was gifted one in 1933 when she was very much a child. Over the next 89 years, her corgis were constant companions, and the breed became something of a mascot for her reign. We say that dog lovers are a breed apart, and we are proud that Britain's longest reigning monarch was one of our most regal pack members. Today, we look back at her royal canine dynasty. What makes corgis suited for palace life ... and did the Queen save a dying breed? Even though we can't quite understand how this is possible, we concede that not all the members of the royal family had a good relationship with the monarch's dogs. So, we also examine whether the Queen's husband loved -- or merely tolerated – these short-legged cattle dogs. Another question: was the Duchess of Sussex welcomed by the Queen's favorite pups? We also examine the role corgis played in Princess Elizabeth's childhood and how she drew on their steady, loving presence for comfort throughout her epic reign. Episode Links British Kennel Club: https://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/ If you'd like to pay your respects to the Queen by supporting a rescue that works with Corgis or you are interested in fostering or adopting, here are a few suggestions: Queen's Best Stumpy Dog Rescue in California, USA Welsh Corgi Rescue in the UK Southeast Corgi Rescue in the USA, Finding homes for Corgis in North & South Carolina and Georgia The Cardigan Welsh Corgi National Rescue Trust in the USA About Caroline Perry Caroline is an author, journalist, and producer who was born in Britain but currently resides in Southern California. As an avid traveler Caroline allows her adventures to inspire her work. Her illustrated children's book The Corgi & The Queen is based on the true story of the incredible relationship the monarch had with her dogs. It was originally planned to be released early in 2023 but keep your eye out as it may be being published before Christmas now! About Vicky Edwards Vicky Edwards is a British author and dog lover. Her books include Dogs: A Miscellany and The Duke Of Edinburgh: The Portrait Of A Great British Institution About Dog Podcast Network (DPN)  Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When it comes to voting, we believe that you should be the person your dog believes you are! This episode focuses on the myriad of connections between dogs and politics. Can dogs secure elections? Encourage voter registration? Join a congressional session? Even avert a nuclear war? Almost anything is possible with man's best friend. In this episode, we introduce our #wagthevote campaign. It is our dog-centric, non-partisan campaign dedicated to encouraging voter participation. Vote! Your dog thinks it's the right thing to do! For more please visit the official Wag The Vote website: https://wagthevote.org/ About Andrew Hager Andrew Hager has been historian-in-residence at the Presidential Pet Museum since 2017. Prior to that, he spent a decade teaching middle school social studies for Baltimore County Public Schools. He graduated from Towson University with an undergraduate degree in Political Science and a Master's in the Art of Teaching. Andrew understands firsthand the power of a canine companion. He is legally blind and travels with a black Labrador Retriever guide dog named Sammy. Andrew also has two cats, a fish, and a fluffy mixed-breed rescue dog named Emmy. https://www.presidentialpetmuseum.com/ About Rob Schwarts Rob is the Chair of the newly-formed TBWA NEW YORK GROUP and the man behind Dog Lovers for Joe voting project in 2017. Rob was recognized as ThinkLA's “Leader of the Year” and is considered one of Adweek's “25 Voices to Follow in Social Media.” When he's not working or tweeting, you'll find him hanging out with Betsy, his wife of 25+ years. And walking their black Labrador, Pepper around Washington Square Park. Daniel Holt Dan is the Assistant Historian at the U.S. Senate Historical Office. He earned a Ph.D. in history in 2008 from the University of Virginia, where his studies focused on U.S. political, legal, and financial history. At the Senate Dan's responsibilities include creating online features, documentary editing, conducting oral histories with Senators and former staff, giving talks and tours at the Capitol, and answering questions from the public about the Senate's institutional development and its historical role in the American political system. Robert Kahn Columnist for the Courthouse News. https://www.courthousenews.com/ Erika Herrmann & Shari Aronson Co-Creators of the Wag The Vote campaign created for Citizen University's Joy of Voting project in 2017. https://citizenuniversity.us/news/joy-of-voting/ Episode Links Find the full interview with Andrew Hager here: American Presidents and Their Dogs with Andrew Hager Find the full interview with Rob Schwarts here: Dogs Sell Tacos and Trucks. Can They Sell a President? About Dog Podcast Network (DPN) DPN is the first of its kind. A podcasting network as devoted to dogs, as they are to us. Our mission is simple: entertain, inspire and inform. We will improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dogs appear onscreen in some of the most beloved films and TV shows of all time. But what happens behind the scenes to make the magic? When a dog barks or attacks a bad guy on camera, it looks totally natural, right? It isn't. Dogs need intense training to learn how to “act” on camera. Today's guests, Sarah Clifford, Lindsay Hill and Mary Cummings, take us through a dog actor's day. Training involves long hours of work, repetition, and most of all, ingenuity on behalf of the trainer. We also hear firsthand accounts of keeping dogs safe on set and some unconventional ways of breaking into the business. About Sarah Clifford Sarah Clifford is the owner and coordinator of Animal Savvy, a top-rated animal rental company for film and TV. She has notably trained dogs for roles in The Old Man, The Artist, Think Like a Dog, and dozens more. About Lindsay Hill Lindsay Hill is the official Pet Wrangler for Chewy's promotional video and photo content. She also trains dogs for agility and other competitive events. About Mary Cummings Mary Cummings is the owner of Stone Meadow Kennel and longtime Hollywood dog trainer. Since the early 90's, Mary has trained dogs for commercials, photoshoots, and film, with highlights including a viral Saturday Night Live sketch and John Krasinski's A Quiet Place 2. Other Show Links: “No Animals Were Harmed official website” Hero Dog Press Conference SNL Skit About Dog Podcast Network (DPN) DPN is the first of its kind. A podcasting network as devoted to dogs, as they are to us. Our mission is simple: entertain, inspire and inform. We will improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don't you agree that we need a strong connection with our dogs, now, more than ever? James Jacobson, Founder of the Dog Podcast Network believes so and in this episode shares his areas of expertise to include: the benefits of meditating with our dogs, how to understand the options and provide the context if you currently are or ever find your dog facing a canine cancer diagnosis and then how to find out if your are a dog lover vs a dog owner. Lots to learn in this one!

Huge wildfires are devastating in every way possible. Forests are burned down, and the wildlife that lives there does, too. Human lives are lost, and homes are, too.  And for some, the tragedy is compounded by the need for quick escape. When you're fleeing for your life you may not have time to pack a change of clothes and grab your important documents, let alone box up your most precious possessions. Fire survivors have much to mourn, but one of the most acute losses, many say, is leaving the cremains of their loved ones behind. Who would ever imagine that we could find ashes among heaps of ashes? Canine forensic specialists, that's who!  Dogs who are trained to find human remains, it turns out, can find human cremains, too. Alex DeGeorgey from Alta Heritage Foundation and Lynne Engelbert, from the Institute of Canine Forensics (along with her border collie Piper) share how the dogs scent can recover the cremains, and what kind of training is involved.  James and Clare talk to the experts about this seemingly insurmountable process. You'll learn how dogs scent and recover cremains, and what kind of training is involved. You'll also hear Molly Rich's moving story of recovering her dad's ashes. About Alta Heritage Foundation It is our mission is to use applied archaeology techniques in support of humanitarian efforts; to provide heritage educational opportunities; to foster historic preservation events; to address climate change impacts to cultural resources; and to provide support to students, academic institutions, and non-profit organizations conducting archaeology or historic preservation activities. https://altahf.org/ About Alex DeGeorgey Alex's professional career began in 1994. Since that time, he has completed projects with both public agencies and the private sector engaged in the management of cultural resources. He manages prehistoric and historic-era resources investigations, including directing large-scale field studies and assembling field teams. https://www.altaac.com/ About Lynne Engelbert Lynne has 30+ years of detection dog training and handling experience and is an associate with the Institute for Canine Forensics. Lynne and Piper, her border collie, are certified in Historic Human Remains Detection (HHRD), and FEMA Human Remains Detection (disaster). https://www.icfk9.org/ About Dog Podcast Network (DPN) DPN is the first of its kind. A podcasting network as devoted to dogs, as they are to us. Our mission is simple: entertain, inspire and inform. We will improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've all heard that dogs are colorblind, and that they wag their tails because they are happy. Those are facts! Aren't they? On today's show, Jim and Clare turn to some special veterinarians to find out if the “facts” we think we know are actually true. Spoiler: they're not! Dr. Ernie Ward and Dr. Brittany Genus bust these two common myths wide open. They explain how they came to be, what the research has proven, and how common misinformation like this can impact your dog's life. About Dr. Ernie Ward Dr. Ernie Ward is a small animal veterinarian of 31 years from coastal North Carolina. He specializes in dogs and cats with a subspecialty in obesity and nutrition and also co-hosts the Veterinary Viewfinder Podcast, where he tackles “the toughest topics in veterinary medicine”. To see more of his work, visit his Instagram @drernieward. To read his article “Are Dogs Really Colorblind?”, visit https://www.pethealthnetwork.com/dog-health/dog-diseases-conditions-a-z/are-dogs-really-colorblind About Dr. Brittany Grenus Dr. Brittany Grenus is a licensed veterinarian from Southern California. Currently she is working as a relief veterinarian in Los Angeles, California, where she provides support to animal hospitals that are in need of extra help as a result of the pandemic. To see more of her work, visit her Instagram @vettingthefacts. To read her article “Why do dogs wag their tails?”, visit https://www.petmd.com/dog/behavior/why-do-dogs-wag-their-tails About Dog Podcast Network (DPN)  Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dementia is a terrible disease. The mental decline of our loved ones is heartbreaking, and the effects are profound. This condition can't be cured, but medication and therapy can help. And what better therapy is there than the unconditional love of a dog? In today's episode, we join Layla, a Jack Russell who visits dementia patients in a Canadian senior center. She helps those afflicted by spreading love and joy in a way only dogs can. We also get into the science and research behind why dogs are so beneficial for those with dementia. Episode links Swedish Study: A Therapy Dog's Impact on Daytime Activity and Night-time Sleep for Older Persons with Alzheimer's Disease-A Case Study: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/287442448_A_therapy_dog's_impact_on_daytime_activity_and_night-time_sleep_for_older_persons_with_Alzheimer's_disease_-_A_case_study University of Nebraska study showing relief from Sundowner Syndrome: https://onecallmedicalalert.com/blogs/news/research-shows-therapy-dogs-can-help-alzheimers-patients-with-sundown-syndrome About DPN Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Not every guide dog in training graduates. What happens to the ones that don't make the cut? Host Clare Mansell met one of these “career change” dogs and is happy to report that he is doing just fine as an animal ambassador, a position that is becoming more common as hotels offer comfort and accommodations to pet family members. Stewart, a Labrador retriever, had spent four years in training with Canadian Guide Dogs For The Blind before realizing he wasn't meant to be a guide dog. After a brief job search, he landed at the Chateau Laurier, Ottawa's 5-star hotel, and settled for a new life of leisure greeting guests and playing fetch in the elegant hallways. Clare visits Stewart as he works … and he shows her all his favorite spots, including a few that are technically off-limits. Watch a video of Stewart at the hotel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cf6iZkZliUW/?igshid=MDJmNzVkMjY= Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind: https://www.guidedogs.ca/ About 101 Dog Stories Contest We are searching for 101 dog “tails” to share with our listeners. Enter our 101 Dog Stories contest by submitting an audio package for a chance to win $100 and a grand prize of $5,000. We are looking for news, in-depth reports, and interviews about anything dog-related. Correspondents from any continent are welcome! Learn more at dogpodcastnetwork.com/101 More About DPN Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Looking for some joy amid a global pandemic, Stephanie Nelson adopted tiny Juniper. It seemed like a perfect match, a wonderful addition to the family. But very quickly they realized the painful truth: Junipers needed more than their family could provide. Most dog lovers are afraid to share their rescues fails, fearing judgement and alienation. Some think it's better to just power through: keep the dog and hope it will end well. But the opposite is often true. Returning the dog is desperately hard (as Stephanie knows firsthand) but sometimes, it's the right thing to do. More About DPN Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone always says, "we don't deserve dogs." But maybe dogs don't deserve us! We take care of their every need and we can never truly be sure of their motives. Nope, that's a horrible take. Dogs are perfect and today's guest, James Jacobson shares a story that highlights one of the many reasons.  James is the Founder of Dog Podcast Network. James was promised a dog when he turned 10 years old. Instead, his parents bought him a Panasonic tape recorder. Although it didn't fetch, roll over and certainly wasn't adorable, it would eventually be a tool that would help shape his life. Check out all of DPN's shows here! Call 323-741-1873 to tell us YOUR stories and head over to our Instagram and TikTok for even more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.