Pawdcast

Let’s put this in the category of I can’t tell you how or why it works – only that it works.In this episode of the pawdcast, Karen is joined by her friend, trainer and dog sport devotee, Tricia Lunde and author, journalist and dog enthusiast Roxanne Hawn. Together they discuss the Relaxation Protocol for dogs that was developed by animal behaviorist, Dr. Karen Overall and why it’s a great tool for just about every dog owner.Roxanne utilized the protocol and created a downloadable audio ...

Dog parkour is the hottest dog activity because ANY dog can do it ANYWHERE. And unlike other dog sports or activities, there is no one to compete against. Dog parkour is a combination of human parkour (google it) and canine agility. In this episode of the pawdcast, Karen and Jean chat with Abigail Curtis, the co-founder of the International Dog Parkour Association -- https://www.dogparkour.org/ Dog parkour combines elements of human parkour and dog agility to create a fun and...

We’ve all seen the fliers – Lost Dog, Do Not Chase! As dog owners, it fills us with a sense of personal dread and sadness for those searching for their dog. So, if your dog is lost, what do you do and more important, what do you NOT do – besides not chasing it. What’s the best tracking collar for your dog? In this episode of the pawdcast, Karen is joined by rescue friends Christine and Elizabeth in a conversation with Jill Barsky, an animal TRAPPER and as far as Karen, ...

This episode of the pawdcast is dedicated to the veterinarians, vet techs and front desk personnel who keep our pets healthy but too often don’t get the recognition (or respect) they deserve.Jean and Karen chat with Dr. Doug Mader a triple certified veterinary specialist who has been a veterinarian for over 30 years. Currently based in the Florida Keys, Dr. Mader is a sought-after speaker and the author of three best selling medical textbooks. But it’s Dr. Mader’s new book, The Ve...

Andrew is a beautiful writer and a GREAT storyteller and his new book is a MUST for any dog lover or dog lover on your holiday gift list.This FUN read is packed with historic photos and historic facts that bring to life different eras of our nation’s history through the pets owned by Presidents and their families. You may be surprised by how many true animal lovers lived in the White House. You may NOT be surprised at how many dogs played a role in Presidential careers.Regardless ...

If you have a reactive dog, live in an apartment, don’t necessarily care for dog parks, or simply want a new place that’s safe for your dog to run, sniff and explore – we’ve got a GREAT episode for you! Put this in the category of things we wish we had created. In this episode of the pawdcast, Karen is joined by her friend Karen Krieg for a conversation with the founder of Sniffspot https://www.sniffspot.com/It was actually David Adams’ wife that came up with the idea for Sniffsp...

In this episode of the pawdcast, Karen and Jean chat with Stefanie Strackbein who specializes in canine enrichment. Enrichment isn’t formal obedience or even organized sports. Enrichment refers to an easy activity or game to help dogs reduce stress, exercise their brains, and have a sense of control over their environment. Examples of these games include tossing kibble on the lawn and inviting your dog to “find it” or folding up kibble or a high value treat in a towel...

What’s better than a vacation? A vacation with your DOG! In this episode of the pawdcast, Karen is joined by her friend Christine (a fellow Aussie owner) with a special interest in dog-friendly vacations. According to tripswithpets.com, 78 percent of Americans who have pets, travel with them. Sara Sokol, founder of Dogs Welcome, is working to make it easier for dogs and owners to find welcoming accommodations.Sara, a dog lover from Bath, Maine, created Dogs Welcome as a Faceb...

Dog Parks. If you live in an urban area they are often a lifeline for owners eager to let their dogs run, play, and burn off a little steam. But dog parks also spark vitriol from owners, especially those who have had a dog injured (or attacked) while visiting one.Not surprising, a successful dog park experience depends as much on the human as it does the dog. And keep in mind, dog parks aren’t a fit for every dog.In this episode of the pawdcast, Karen’s friend Elizabeth joins as a...

This episode of the PawsGo pawdcast is dedicated to Karen’s sister, Wendy and her newly adopted dog, Dennis.Late last year, Wendy lost her beloved dog Akira after 14 years together. Wendy originally found Arkia on Craig’s List, a family was moving and looking to rehome her. Wendy had never worked with a rescue before and found the process very frustrating. Dogs that she saw on Facebook or websites never seemed to be available. Her application was denied by multiple res...