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Dogs Episodes

From training and health to grooming and enrichment, these episodes are all about helping you raise a happy, well-behaved, and healthy dog. Get practical tips and expert advice for every stage—from puppyhood to senior years.

Topics included: dog training, grooming, nutrition, behavior, exercise, senior dog care, enrichment, preventive health.
Nov. 25, 2024

Pet Food Labels Are Lying: How To Feed Better Without Going Broke

Not sure what’s actually healthy for your pet to eat? You’re not alone. Pet food labels are confusing on purpose, marketing is loud, and even “prescription” diets can leave you feeling stuck and broke. In this episode, certif...

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Nov. 12, 2024

Thinking About Adopting a Rescue Dog? Listen to This First

Love is important—but it’s not always enough. If you’re thinking about adopting a rescue dog, especially one with a traumatic past or behavioral challenges, this episode will help you go in with eyes wide open. I’m joined by ...

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Oct. 15, 2024

Why ‘Don’t Train Your Dog’ Might Be the Best Advice Yet

What if the way you’ve been taught to train your dog is creating more problems? In this episode, I speak with Angie Winters, author of "Don't Train Your Dog ," about why traditional dog training tips and methods often fall sh...

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Oct. 1, 2024

How Smart Is Your Dog Really? What Science Says

Ever wonder what your dog is thinking—or how much they really understand? In this episode, I talk with Jennifer S. Holland, New York Times bestselling author of Dog Smart: Life-Changing Lessons in Canine Intelligence . We exp...

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Sept. 17, 2024

Are Plastics Harming Your Pet?

Could your pet’s toys, bowls, or containers be quietly harming their health? In this episode, I talk with Aidan Charron from EarthDay.org about the alarming findings in the Pets vs Plastics report—and what every pet parent ne...

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Aug. 27, 2024

Rehoming Bonnie: 1,672 Miles to a Forever Home

What happens when you hit the road with a rescue dog, and everything goes wrong? In this episode, I share the story of my 1,672-mile journey from Texas to New York with my best friend Bev and a sweet rescue dog named Bonnie. ...

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Aug. 20, 2024

Is It Really Separation Anxiety, Or Something Else?

Does your dog panic when you leave the house? You’re not alone—and you’re not stuck. In this episode, I sit down with expert dog trainer Ruth Hegarty to break down one of the most misunderstood issues in dog behavior: separat...

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July 23, 2024

Dog Driving You Nuts? 5 Behavior Fixes That Work

Tired of your dog barking nonstop, pulling on the leash, or your dog chewing everything in sight? In this episode, I’m joined by dog training expert Ruth Hegarty to break down the most common behavior problems pet parents fac...

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July 9, 2024

Why Your Adoption Was Denied: 10 Reasons Shelters Say No

Think you’re ready to adopt a pet? You might want to double-check. In this candid episode, Amy breaks down 10 common reasons adoption applications get denied, and most people have no idea they’re raising concerns. Drawing fro...

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June 18, 2024

Baby On The Way? Start Prepping Your Dog Now

Are you pregnant and wondering how your dog will handle the change? A lot of pet parents wait until the baby is home to “see how it goes,” and that’s when stress and behavior issues show up fast. This episode is about what to do now, while you still have time, so your dog feels steady, not blindsid…

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