Paw and Order! Therapy Dogs for Kids Testifying in Court
Paw and Order! Therapy Dogs for Kids Testifying in Court

Testifying in court can be a stressful experience for most people and especially children who may be asked to recall traumatic memories. We know about how studies have shown that interacting with a dog can lower stress levels, as well as put people at ease, so having dogs in the courtroom to comfort victims just makes sense. Join me as I interview Kerry Cooke, who shares her experience with this amazing program, what states allow therapy dogs in the courtroom and where we are as a whole with the important legislation needed.

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Canine Cannabinoids for Dummies
Canine Cannabinoids for Dummies

While we have had many episodes focusing on CBD for dogs, Alex Kozushin, with his four years of research and development, does an excellent job explaining the functionality and benefits. Many have said that Cannabis is the single most significant new development in veterinary medicine to emerge in at least the last 20 years. Alex agrees and tells us why.

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The Future of Fresh Nutrition
The Future of Fresh Nutrition

Now more than ever, dog parents are expecting more transparency around pet food ingredients, especially as we are looking at better and cleaner food for ourselves. And many of us are concerned with the increase in pet food recalls. Listen in as Tom Arrix from Get Joy shares what’s happening now and is on the horizon when it comes to fresh dog food.

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Holistic Alternatives for Proteins in Dog Food
Holistic Alternatives for Proteins in Dog Food

Many predict that there will be a shortage of traditional animal protein in the coming years and therefore, we have a rising interest in incorporating non-traditional proteins into companion animal diets. Much of this stems from factors related to trends such as pet humanization, functional nutrition and sustainability. Listen in as Chris Green shares not only the importance of protein in a dog’s diet, but what novel proteins are being introduced now and in the future that are beneficial to canine nutrition.

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Trick Training: The Benefits for Physical & Mental Health for You AND Your Dog
Trick Training: The Benefits for Physical & Mental Health for You AND Your Dog

Trick training is not only a fun activity to do with your dog, but has so many physical and mental benefits as well…for both of you! Join me as we learn from the 2021 International Trick Dog Champion, Chrissy Joy, who devotes her time to trick training in real life and in the movies. How can you set your dog up for success with teaching some new tricks? Listen and learn!

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Pet Health 5: A Monthly Dog Wellness Check
Pet Health 5: A Monthly Dog Wellness Check

Wouldn’t it be great to get a gentle monthly reminder to do a wellness check on your dog? Well, it’s here and Jessica Shipman and Chloe DiVita are here to share how this FREE program works and the simple things to check for to make sure your dog is in tip-top shape. Learn how to check your dog from head to tail and be proactive with their health…at home! Listen in!

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Access to Veterinary Care: A National Family Crisis
Access to Veterinary Care: A National Family Crisis

According to a study from the University of Tennessee’s College of Social Work and the Access to Veterinary Care Coalition, 28% percent of households reported having barriers to veterinary care in the past two years- money being the biggest barrier. Is it possible to have a One Health policy from Capitol Hill that gives incentives for pet-parenting? Even for underserved families? Yes, and Dr. Michael Blackwell is sharing about how AlignCare is changing the face of veterinary care for all!

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SIT, STAY, HEAL - How Dogs and People Help Each Other
SIT, STAY, HEAL - How Dogs and People Help Each Other

For people in chronic emotional, physical, or spiritual pain, adopting a dog can transform, and even save, their lives. Listen in as Carol Novello chats with us about all of the ways that dogs can make us healthier and happier. And learn about her amazing program, Mutual Rescue, helping shelters, rescues, volunteers, people and the dogs themselves. A win-win for all!

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Dog Tricks Save Lives!
Dog Tricks Save Lives!

What does special guest Larry Kay mean that dog tricks save lives? Larry is a best-selling and award-winning dog author and dog filmmaker, so he’s going to share how even training your dog to do tricks will enrich both of your lives. And we’ll talk about how tricks are saving shelter dogs too! Isn’t it time for a uplifting discussion?

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Emerging Science and Technology Using Stem Cells in Our Dogs
Emerging Science and Technology Using Stem Cells in Our Dogs

Stem cell therapy has come a long way and is a regenerative medicine used to treat osteoarthritis, as well as other injuries, to bones, joints, tendons and spinal cords. Our dogs can benefit as well. Dr. Mike Hutchinson is the pioneer in using stem cell therapy in veterinary medicine. You MUST listen in to learn about how this very simple treatment can help heal your dog.

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Does YOUR Mood Affect Your Dog's Health?
Does YOUR Mood Affect Your Dog's Health?

Your dog is intuitive, and is sensitive to your moods and reactions. Tune in as Dr. Melissa Walker shares some fascinating information on how our energy affects our dog's health, the studies that have been done, how certain emotions directly affect their organs and what we can do to make sure we are giving stress and anxiety relief to our dogs. Remember, your behavior has a significant impact on their peace of mind and quality of life.

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Innovations For the Love of Dogs
Innovations For the Love of Dogs

There is no doubt that the pet industry continues to grow and more and more amazing products are hitting the market every single day. Savvy pet parents are always on the lookout for new items that will benefit the health and well-being on their dogs. So, what is on the horizon for new canine innovations? Join me as I interview expert Faz Bashi about the exciting products that will help your dog to thrive.

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Velcro Dogs! How to Address Separation Anxiety
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
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
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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Real Animal Protein Without the Slaughter
Real Animal Protein Without the Slaughter

With our ever increasing population we need to start thinking of how we are going to continue feeding ourselves and our pets. The state of factory farming today is so harmful to the livestock, to our pets, to ourselves and to the environment. Listen in as Rich Kelleman shares what ground-breaking food technologies exist that are able to create real high-quality cultured meat proteins, without the need to harm any animals. What!?

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What in the World is a Livestock Guardian Dog?
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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Spend Less Time Working, and More Time With Your Dog
Spend Less Time Working, and More Time With Your Dog

I’m so excited to be chatting with fellow podcaster and influencer, Tori Mistick, who shares how we can all spend less time working and more time with our dogs. There are SO many ways that we can include them in our daily lives, in so many activities and can even travel with them. There is no doubt that Tori will teach you a new way to interact with your dog and she even shares tips on how to start a business or side gig in the pet industry. Our dogs have so much to teach us about life and we should definitely take their cues. Listen in! ❤️🐾

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