This week we're talking to musical artist and now music insider Evan Winiker who started as a bassist for the band Steel Train before pivoting to music management as the founder and managing partner at Range Music. Evan introduces us to his Cocker Spaniel Charles who healed his heart after the tragic and sudden loss of his first dog Henry. Driven by that loss, Evan established The Henry Foundation for Dog Care, a nonprofit dedicated to ensuring all dogs have access to essential veterinary care. Great talk with an empathetic dog guy who's making a positive impact for dogs in need.

It should come as no surprise that this week's shout out goes to The Henry Foundation for Dog Care who are dedicated to supporting individuals and rescue organizations by providing funding for medical treatments, preventative care, and emergency services. To help make a difference with a tax-deductible donation visit thehenryfoundationfordogcare.org

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Today we're joined by a true monster of rock in virtuoso guitarist John 5 (solo, Motley Crue, Rob Zombie) who introduces us to his tour savvy and clone worthy dogs Churro and Thi Thi who are no strangers to John's legion of fans. Both rescued from dire circumstances, we talk about their harrowing origins, the value they add to John's life and learn about the lesser known pups that came before them. Easily our new favorite episode from an unabashed dog guy who's not afraid to express the affection he has for his animals.

Catch John 5 live next at the 5th Annual JOHN 5 NAMM JAM at The Observatory in Santa Ana on January 23rd and the following day at Hopmonk Session Room in Novato, CA. For tickets go to john-5.com

John's shout outs (in consultation with his sister-in-law Renia) go to the TM Crew Senior Dog Sanctuary whose mission is to make sure that every senior dog lives out their life to the fullest, surrounded by love until the very end. To get involved through volunteering, adopting and donating visit tessamayseniorsanctuary.com

Props also go to Yogi's House, a women owned and operated foster-based rescue that works tirelessly to save dogs from the euthanasia lists of overcrowded California shelters. To adopt, foster, volunteer or donate go to itsyogishouse.org

The special dog food that should be on Churro and Thi Thi's tour rider is Maxota Raw, providers of handcrafted raw food for the urban wolf using 100% natural ingredients. Visit their pet food store and open kitchen in San Diego and La Jolla or place an order to ship anywhere in California at maxotaraw.com

We'd love to hear more from our dog loving community with comments, questions, guest suggestions, partnerships and opportunities that ultimately result in amplifying dog advocacy. Reach out on Instagram at rockerdogcast/

We're winding down 2025 with the help of the indie-pop band Secret Monkey Weekend whose start was born out of tragedy and blossomed into a remarkable family story. The trio, consisting of Jefferson Hart and his step daughters Ella and Lila, introduce us to their pair of sibling pyrenees mixes Chester and Claudine who are the "delight of our lives".

Secret Monkey Weekend's latest album Lemon Drop Hammer, produced by Don Dixon (R.E.M., The Smithereens, Gin Blossoms), is a collection of songs best described as nothing short of a love letter to 80’s alt rock. To hear for yourself and buy a copy go to secretmonkeyweekend.com

Jefferson, Ella and Lila give this week's shout out to Friends of Stokes Shelter who exist to rescue homeless domestic animals, to facilitate placement in new homes and to provide information and educational opportunities for pet owners regarding animal health and welfare. To adopt, volunteer or make a donation visit friendsofstokesshelter.com to learn more.

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Encore Episode from March 18, 2025 (and the most popular of the year)

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Well known Rocker Dog Dad Rufus Taylor of The Darkness joined the show in the early months of 2025 to give our inquiring minds all we need to know about his Instagram famous 4 year old Boston Terrier Don. We cover "The Don's" embodiment of the Rock-n-Roll Party Cowboy lifestyle, the "train with love" philosophy his grandmother instilled in him and getting recognized in public as he scoops poop. It's a great conversation from a great appreciator of all dogs.

Rufus elected to give a shout out to The Voice of Animals Foundation in Thailand, a dog rescue run by Michael Chour who's dedicated to rescuing abused and abandoned dogs in Thailand. To learn more check them out on Instagram at @chourmichael_thesoundofanimals

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This week we're graced by soul singer Morgan James who gives us an unvarnished look into what it's like touring the world with three dogs in tow. Her "traveliers" includes 10 year old Luther, a tricolored Cavalier King Charles spaniel, 8 year old Eunice, a ruby CKC spaniel and 3 year old Ziggy, a Blenheim CKC spaniel. Great talk that spans traveling tips, touring mishaps and which dogs is the headbanger, sensitive pop idol and angsty singer-songwriter.

Morgan's latest LP that reinterprets hard rock anthems by artists such as The Smashing Pumpkins, Soundgarden and Ozzy Osbourne with a soulful slant called Soul Remains The Same is available wherever you buy or stream music. Catch her last four holiday themed shows this week in Virginia, Maryland and online via StageIt. For tickets go to morganjamesonline.com/tour

Morgan sends her shout out in the direction of Puppy Kitty NY City Inc who are a volunteer-based rescue group that extends all over NYC with a mission to save homeless, ​sick and dying animals. To support their goal to never say no to an animal in need visit puppykittynyc.org to adopt, foster, volunteer or donate.

For more pics and clips of Morgan, Luther, Eunice and Ziggy follow the show on Instagram at @rockerdogpodcast

Steve Gorman is ten dogs old. The founding member and drummer for The Black Crowes and now 1/3 of the supergroup Howl Owl Howl has a long history with dogs. Steve introduces us to his current dog Chauncey, an 8 year old mutt with an interesting snot producing health condition, and touches upon a few recollections of his previous nine dogs Zelda, Clementine, Wilbur, Mort, Misty, Rusty, Cubby I, Cubby II and Smokey. Great episode with a great storyteller.

Steve gave a shout out to two great dog resources. Love at First Sight! is a puppy and kitten adoption center in the heart of Music City, Tennessee who, since 1995, have adopted over 8,500 pets to forever homes while emphasizing the importance of responsible pet ownership. For more information on their adoption process and pricing visit lafspetadoption.com

Steve's second shout out goes to Highland Pet Supply in Atlanta which is open seven days a week for all your pet needs. For store hours and training center info visit highlandpet.com

For more pics and clips from this interview and the more than 160 before it follow the show on Instagram at @rockerdogpodcast

Encore episode with Brann Dailor of Mastodon originally aired on September 9, 2024.

The incomparable drummer, singer and lyricist for the Grammy winning band Mastodon, Brann Dailor zooms into the show from a tour stop in Calgary to familiarize us with his 1.5 year old boxer Beefcake and his beloved previous dogs Chloe and Thriller. We talk dog butt art, raising puppies, how dogs lift your self esteem and more.

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Brann chose to give a shout out to the Atlanta Humane Society whose goal is deeply motivated by the desire to keep pets in their loving homes: they seek to improve the lives and well-being of pets and people, collectively and perhaps most importantly, one life, one need, one animal at a time. To adopt, foster, volunteer or donate visit ⁠atlantahumane.org

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It's always a pleasure to talk to an artist who has multiple dogs and a great affection for each. Such is the case with Tesla co-founder and lead guitarist Frank Hannon. Frank introduces us to his pack which includes Patrick, an 8 year old short-haired American Eskimo who wandered onto his property, Rider, a 3 year old Boxer who is still full of puppy energy, Poncho, a 15 year old Dear Chihuahua who rules the homestead, and Stuart, a 10 year old Chug (Chihuahua/Pug) who has yet to make his debut on Frank's Instagram. We also remember his late, great, loyal Boxer Rocky who crossed the rainbow bridge in 2021. Great talk about how dogs help us through tough times, writing an instrumental song inspired by a dog and what "Mugsy Philosophy" taught him about life and guitar playing.

Frank's beautiful new solo album Reflections is out now and available on all streaming platforms and on vinyl through his website at frankhannon.com

Frank and Tesla are kicking off 2026 with the Still Keeping it Real tour through January before supporting Motley Crue this summer on the Return of the Carnival of Sins tour. For dates and venues visit teslatheband.com/tour

Frank gave his shout out to Tony La Russa's Animal Rescue Foundation or ARF, which is a nonprofit organization founded by Elaine and Tony La Russa, based in Walnut Creek, California and now operates under the name Joybound People & Pets. To adopt, foster, volunteer or donate visit joybound.org

Frank also gave props to dog behaviorist Cesar Millan whose training courses, supplements and foundation can be accessed via his website cesarmillan.com

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This week we're psyched to welcome Scott Lipps to the show. A passionate advocate for Rock-n-Roll, Scott hosts the wildly popular Lipps Service podcast and its adjacent Lipps Service Live concert series. He's also played drums for Courtney Love, had an exhibit of his photographs of rock stars' portraits and heads up the modeling and talent agency The Rebellion. Scott introduces us to his 5-6 year old "crazy but beautiful" Chihuahua mix Milo and his girlfriend's dog Pickles who's a similar mix and a little older. Very fun conversation that touches upon the inaccuracies of dog DNA services, an interview with a childhood idol Milo almost ruined and if Chat GBT will someday translate what dogs say.

Scott gave his shout out to The Labelle Foundation whose mission centers on saving the most vulnerable animals in the shelter system. The Labelle Foundation is devoted to rescuing, rehabilitating and advocating for animals in need and aim to educate the community on responsible pet ownership, sterilization, timely vaccination, proper dog training and the crisis facing the rescue community. To adopt, foster, volunteer or donate visit labellefoundation.org

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This week we welcome Jordana to the show who we discovered researching previous guest Kelcey Ayer. Jordana introduces us to Ducky, her 6 year old Chihuahua-Dacschund-Yorkie mix. Fun talk that covers Ducky's anxiety on planes, trains and automobiles, his influence on her music and album artwork and if he thrives living in Jordanaland.

Speaking of which, Jordana's new EP, Jordanaland, was just released on November 7th via Grand Jury Music and is available wherever you stream or buy music. Her 24 date spring tour starts on March 5th in Santa Ana, CA. For dates and tickets go to jordana.cool/tour

Jordana gave a shout out to Mae Day Rescue who are a non-profit dog rescue based in Los Angeles who save hundreds of dogs a year from the shelters and streets through a foster based program. To adopt, foster or donate visit maedayrescue.com for more details.

Another shout out goes to Smile Specialist Dental Clinics who offer non anesthetic and ultrasonic teeth cleaning for dogs and cats at their locations throughout Southern California and South Florida. To schedule an appointment go to smilespecialist4pets.com

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