What happens to working dogs after their service ends? Most people don’t think about what happens to military and police dogs once they’re retired, but they deserve love, care, and sometimes, a reunion with the person they trusted most. In this episode, I talk with Kristen Maurer from Mission K9 Rescue about how her team helps these canine heroes find peace, purpose, and permanent homes. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: • How retired working dogs adjust to life after servic...
Tired of chaotic encounters with unruly dogs in public spaces? Bringing your dog out in public shouldn’t feel like you’re bracing for battle. But without clear rules, training, and awareness, even a simple walk can turn into a mess of pulling, barking, and awkward run-ins. This episode breaks down how to build better dog etiquette, so you and your pup can navigate the world with confidence and calm. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: How to decode your dog’s body language befo...
Is your dog showing subtle signs of aggression around food, toys, or even people? Many pet parents miss the early red flags of resource guarding—until it escalates. If you’ve ever felt nervous about your dog “snapping,” this episode is your chance to understand what’s really going on and how to stop it before it gets worse. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: How to recognize the early warning signs of resource guardingWhy some dogs develop guarding behavior—and how you can hel...
Feel like your dog’s forgotten everything they’ve ever learned? In this episode, Amy Castro sits down with canine cognitive behavioral expert Billy Groom to explore why perfectly trained puppies often become disobedient “teenagers”—and what to do about it. If your dog suddenly won’t come when called, ignores commands, or starts acting out, the problem isn’t a lack of discipline—it’s how their brain is changing. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: The science behind why adolesce...