In this episode your host John Littlefair chats with award winning Hollywood movie dog trainer Mathilde de Cagny. 

Mathilde's journey is inspirational.  Born and raised in Paris, France, she moved to Los Angeles at the age of 20.  Starting as a volunteer for Birds and Animals Unlimited, she would eventually rescue a dog called Fred who was hired to play Einstein in the Back To The Future sequel.

Mathilde's most famous and extensive collaboration was with the late Moose, the Jack Russell terrier who starred for 11 years as 'Eddie' on the television show FRASIER.  

Other notable credits include Steel Magnolias, My Dog Skip, Marley And Me, As Good As It Gets, Lassie, Hotel For Dogs, Beginners, Hugo and Max I and II.

Mathilde is dedicated to rescuing shelter dogs and giving them a second chance, many going on to be famous.

This is her story.

http://www.mathildedecagny.com/

In this episode your host John Littlefair chats with New York Times Bestselling Author Simon Garfield.

Simon shares his journey of writing the book 'Dogs Best Friend, a brief history of an unbreakable bond'. 

Simon also shares the heartbreaking loss of his beloved Labrador called 'Ludo', who features throughout this incredible book.

In this episode your host John Littlefair chats with Beth King from Kings Funerals.  

Beth talks about Womble the Australian Funeral Comfort Dog, heartbreak in losing a beloved team member and Kings Funerals involvement in the Geelong community.

https://johnlittlefair.com.au/

In this episode your host John Littlefair chats with Assistance Dog Instructor Victoria Wilkinson.

Victoria shares her inspirational journey, from Guide Dogs in London to Therapy and Autism Assistance dogs in Australia, this is her story.........

In this episode your host John Littlefair chats with Colorado artist Shay Guerrero.

Devastated by the sudden loss of her 'heart dog' Willy, Shay talks about her incredibly personal journey. 

From the depths of grief to the inspiration behind her beautiful Alebrije artwork and Mexican culture, this is her story.

In this episode, your host John Littlefair is joined by Lt. David W. Lim (ret.) of the Port Authority Police Department New York and New Jersey.

Assigned to the World Trade Centre together, on the day of 9/11 David would miraculously survive after the North Tower collapsed on top of him.  His partner and friend, PAPD K-9 Explosive Detector Dog Sirius would not survive.

This is his story.

Rest in Peace Sirius

In this episode your host John Littlefair chats with Lillian Maher from the Middle Island Project.  Lillian shares the heartfelt journey with Maremma dogs Eudy and Tula who she describes as true wildlife protecting heros.

In this episode, World Renowned LadyBug Artist Jess shares the emotional last day with her beloved dog called Roo.

In this episode your host John Littlefair chats with Chris Willingham, former US Marine and President of the US War Dogs Association.

Chris openly shares his journey with the Marines alongside his Military Working Dog called Lucca.

Please support this incredible organisation at

www.uswardogs.org

A compilation of voices from the amazing guests that have featured on the podcast during 2021.

Guests include Talya Carter, LadyBug Artist Jess, Rosa Rizzo, Warren Littlefair, Dr Katie Lawlor, Jessy Griffiths, Tyler Richardson, Brayden Davies,  Sarah McLeod, Pascale Terry, Gretta Ray, Mikayla Bowen, Shan Curry, Beau and Paige Carter.