Posts in Well-Being
Velcro Dogs! How to Address Separation Anxiety

This interview is so timely because as we are moving through the pandemic and many of us are trying to go back to a somewhat more normal way of life and once again leaving our dogs for periods of time. Now we’re left with dogs that were literally velcroed to our sides and now are being left alone and absolutely freaking out with separation anxiety. What can we do for them to address this all too common issue?

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How to Have a Conscious Conversation in Discussions Over Your Dog

Many people don’t have a clear understanding of the different methods of resolution available to them, so they resort to litigation. When it comes to disputes involving your dog, what is the best way to handle the situation? How do we gain listening skills and language to address conflict so that the winner in the end is the dog? And how do we prepare if something happens to us? Who cares for our dog? Let’s break it down with Debra Hamilton.

Who are your typical clients? What disputes are they having over their dogs?

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Breaking the Chain: Facing the Nationwide Dog Neglect Crisis

You have to watch this moving documentary Breaking the Chain: Facing the Nationwide Dog Neglect Crisis. Close to 65% of all abused animals are dogs. I’m sure you’d agree that is heartbreaking! Why and where is this happening? What can we do to make a difference in these dogs lives and change the laws so that keeping a chained or tethered dog is a crime? Join our special guest Daphna Nachminovitch who shares the conditions that she and her team see every single day. Listen in!

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What in the World is a Livestock Guardian Dog?

The easy answer is an LGD is a dog that protects farm animals and livestock. The longer answer is an LGD is so much more than just a dog that protects livestock. LGD’s are dogs that have been bred for thousands of years to create a standard of guarding in dogs that we see today. There are many different breeds of LGD’s with different traits, personalities, strengths and weaknesses. Listen in as expert Jan Dohner shares the history of these amazing working dogs, how they manage predator control and the right environments for them to thrive. So cool!

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How Has Dog Ownership Changed in the Era of COVID?

So much has changed in the world because of the pandemic. Though dog adoptions were up this past year, our relationships with our dogs have been different. Now that parts of the world are coming out of lockdown, how to we set our dogs up for success when it comes to their health and wellness? Dr. Marty Greer, author of Your Pandemic Puppy shares how. Listen and learn!

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Where Hospice Dogs Go To LIVE!

Welcome all dog lovers to another informative episode of the Wag Out Loud pawdcast. Joining me today is Jeff Allen who his going to share with us Where Hospice Dogs Go to LIVE! Jeff Allen is the cofounder of Monkey’s House a Dog Hospice & Sanctuary and a bestselling author of Where Dogs Go To Live!: Inspiring Stories of Hospice Dogs Living in the Moment.

Join in and learn how you can best treat a terminally ill dog so that you both get the most out of their final days and live in the moment!

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Love, Understanding, and Resolution for Dogs with People

Have you ever wondered what your dog is thinking? What they are trying to tell you. We can all learn to listen better so that we can listen to our dogs and live in harmony. Join us as speaker, empath, trainer and pet psychic Aminah Ramezany shares how we can read our dogs and use that information to deepen our bonds even more.

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Defeating Leash Aggression & Anxiety Through the Power of Running

It’s no joke that this past year has been extremely difficult and fitness might look a bit different. With gyms closed and classes cancelled, many of us have been doing home workouts or we’ve started running. And, with dog ownership also on the rise during the pandemic, many runners might be wondering if they can take their dogs with them and the best way to do this. Listen in and learn with Kimberli Weeks about all there is to know about the many benefits of running with your dog.

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You Seat Belt Your Kids and Not Your Dogs?

In a collision, an unrestrained animal becomes a projectile with the potential to cause enormous harm. According to the pet advocacy group BarkBuckleUp, a 60-pound dog in a car traveling 35 mph can turn into a 2,700-pound projectile in an accident. Do you restrain your dog when traveling in the car? Do you know the best safety measures to ensure that you and your dog get to your destination as safely as possible? Laura Gillice shares how.

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No Dog Left Behind

We all know how important it us for us and our dogs that we stay active, both physically and mentally. And our dogs play off of our energy and habits, so if we tend towards the couch potato side, they will too. So, how can our dogs join in on all of our outdoor adventures safely?

How can we include our dogs in all of our outdoor activities?

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My Eyes Have a Cold Nose

With us is Gail Hamilton who is a powerful, inspirational and entertaining national speaker, author, performer, and facilitator, who is totally blind. Gail has owned five Seeing Eye dogs and believes that if we change the way we see, we will change the way we live. Gail shares some important tips to teach us on how seeing people should interact with a blind person and their guide dog.

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How to Speak 'Canine' and Train Your Dog to be 100% Obedient 100% of the Time

Is your dog 100% obedient 100% of time? If not, what would it take to get them there? Join us as Steve Lankfer, an internationally best-selling author and 30-year professional dog trainer shares how we can all learn how to speak dog.

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Which Daycare Would Your Dog Pick?

For some, choosing a daycare can be stressful, almost like selecting a preschool for their kids. What are some things to consider when making this important decision?

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Disaster Preparedness: How to Save Your Best Friend's Life

Life happens and when a disaster strikes, many of us are not prepared to care for our dog. Learn how to plan ahead and be prepared.

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Holding Their Paw to the End

I’m not sure if anything else compares to saying goodbye to a loved one. But when that time comes for our dogs, I think it’s even harder because most of the time WE are the ones who have to make the ultimate decision of when that time will be. Learn how to think ahead and be prepared.

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