Dog Nerd Show

Meet the lovable and adorable pug! Did you know the pug dog came from China and was bred as a companion animal for emperors? This is a sweet, funny, and sometimes comical little dog that would be a great breed for almost anyone (we discuss just a couple of things that may be drawbacks in the video). Do pugs shed? Do pugs have health issues? Are pugs good family dogs? What is a group of pugs called? We answer all of this and more in episode 7, Meet the Pug!

Follow Philomena and Penelope on Instagram!
https://www.instagram.com/philomenathepug/
And, check out Phil on YouTube!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIJlCf0440p8oToXKKQbirQ/featured

To rescue a pug, visit:
https://www.pugdogclubofamerica.com/pug-rescue-directory.html
or
http://www.pugpartners.com/resources/other-national-rescue-groups

Meet the standard poodle! Did you know that the standard poodle is a hunting dog? Did you know that their grooming, that some say looks funny and "frou-frou," is actually functional? In episode #6 of Dog Nerd Show, we meet Pharaby Fable and her mom, Jen, to find out what it's like to have a standard poodle as a member of your family!

Follow Pharaby on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/pharaby_fable/

To adopt a poodle, visit: http://www.poodleclubofamericarescuefoundationinc.org/

Are you thinking of getting a greyhound? In this episode of Dog Nerd Show, we meet Lucy, a retired racing greyhound who was rescued from Adopt a Greyhound Atlanta. The greyhound is one of the oldest and fastest dog breeds dating back thousands of years to ancient Egypt. They are sighthounds meaning that they use their vision to hunt versus their sense of smell. After hearing from Lucy's parents, Rea and Brian, about this elegant breed, it's clear that Lucy is one lucky dog because you can tell just how much love they have for her!

We were surprised to learn that many in the greyhound rescue community are not against dog racing. We, however, have a bit of a different view. We don't believe that animals should be used for entertainment purposes and we highlight some of the reasons why brought to us by the rescue organization Grey 2K USA. 

We love that Rea and Brian researched dog breeds and waited 6 years to adopt Lucy, waiting until the time was right. Whenever you add a dog to your family, it should be a well-thought-out decision and the time should be right.

Links discussed in this episode:
https://www.grey2kusa.org/
http://greyhounds2.org/
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/greyhound/

Meet the French bulldog featuring Dunkin The Frenchie! French bulldogs have quickly become a popular breed, especially in the U.S. and U.K., but is it the right dog breed for you? In this episode of Dog Nerd Show, we meet Dunkin The Frenchie and his mom Diane. Do French Bulldogs shed? Can French bulldogs swim? What health issues do French bulldogs have? We answer these questions and more with this meet the breed featuring Instagram star, Dunkin The Frenchie! Follow Dunkin at https://www.instagram.com/dunkinthefrenchie/

To learn more about French bulldogs, or to rescue a Frenchie of your own, visit French Bulldog Rescue at https://www.frenchbulldogrescue.org/

Do you have a French bulldog? Drop a comment about your dog and anything else we should know about this loveable breed.

Adding a dog to your family is an important decision, one that shouldn't be taken lightly. Do you want a puppy, or would an older dog be better for your lifestyle? Did you know you can rescue purebred dogs? Do you know how to tell the difference between a responsible breeder and a puppy mill or "backyard" breeder? All of these are important factors to consider when getting a dog and you want to make sure you get a healthy dog that is right for your lifestyle. To find out where to get a dog, tune in to episode 3 of Dog Nerd Show!

Resources Mentioned:
https://www.petfinder.com/ - A website rescue groups use to help adopt dogs
https://bailingoutbenji.com/ - Learn more about puppy mills here.
https://www.akc.org/akc-rescue-network/ - Rescue groups by breed

Meet the border terrier! This terrier breed originated in the border region between England and Scotland, hence the name. A feisty and game dog, they were used to go to ground to hunt foxes, badgers, and other vermin. Join Dog Nerd Show hosts Megan and Michael as they introduce you to their border terriers and discuss what it's like to live with this spirited and sweet breed of dog.

When thinking about getting a dog, research is key. If you've thought about getting a border terrier, hear from border terrier parents about their health, shedding, barking, obedience, and more!

Dog Nerd Show Episode 2

In this episode, we meet Megan and Michael, The Dog Nerds. Megan is the author of the Riley Carson Series, books for kids 9 and up that weave responsible pet ownership and animal welfare issues into a fun, mystery story. Michael is Megan's partner in life and fellow dog nerd. Megan and Michael discuss why they started this podcast and where they hope to take it. Dog Nerd Show will cover topics like health, breed types, social issues, animal welfare, animal rescue, and anything to do with the care and well being of our best friends. Be sure to tune in to this inaugural episode to find out how chewing gum almost killed one of their beloved border terriers...