In episode 39, I bring you an interview with Licensed Veterinary Technician and Certified Pet First Aid and CPR Instructor, Lynn Russell. Lynn takes us through the basic set up of our pet first aid kit, and , more importantly, gives us some key Do’s and Don’ts in using some of those items in our [...]
In episode 38, in this episode I interview Jonathon Kolker and Gareth Wilson, two of the founders of the Dog Land App. We discuss all the cool features of their new App, and the interesting new way they’re creating an ownership opportunity of their company. If you really like their app you could also be [...]
Before you let your dog finish off your plate full of leftovers this Thanksgiving, take a close look to make sure no unsafe foods are present. Many traditional Thanksgiving foods can make your pet very sick. Make sure you, your friends, and your family know ahead of time what's safe and what isn't so no one accidentally poisons your [...]
In episode 37, I give you a training “game plan” to change your holiday visitor’s interactions with your dog from “train wreck” to training opportunity! I walk you through how to use a secluded area to give your dog a break from the action and how to think like a trainer during your holiday visiting. [...]
Here's what you'll need to set up your dog's first aid kit. Pet first-aid kits are just like human first-aid kits with some added, pet specific items. It’s important for any pet owner to have a well-stocked pet first-aid kit and know how to use it. Look for a Pet First-Aid and CPR class offered [...]
In episode 36, I interview Shelly Christensen from Paws Custom Pet Foods. We talk about pitfalls and tips about common dry dog foods, making your dog’s own food and some of the challenges with a raw food diet. In this session: Is regular dry dog food good for my [...]
Anyone who owns a dog or has owned a dog in the past most likely knows that dogs have feelings and emotions, and lots of them! In the past, researchers and scientists have argued that dogs really only react to certain situations; they don’t actually have emotions like humans do. Descartes and Malebranche, well known 17th-century [...]
Is your dog difficult to brush? Does she fight to get away as soon as you start running a comb through her hair? For many dog owners, grooming time can be a nightmare. Maybe you’ve given up and just decided to let your dog’s hair do what it will. Our advice? Don't give up! There are [...]
In episode 35, I interview Master Dog Training Instructor, Ron Pace about his training methods, some common dog problems and solutions and his book, WHO’S THE BOSS In this session: Hear about how and why Ron Pace turns the dog training approach upside down and spends 10 lessons teaching [...]
Whether you live close to others, like in an apartment, or you just want to find a dog that doesn’t bark incessantly, you’ve come to the right place. Here’s a compilation of over 10 of the quietest dog breeds. Whippet These dogs love to hunt. They’re independent and fast but also very gentle and friendly, [...]