Wag Out Loud

Don’t you agree that we need a strong connection with our dogs, now, more than ever? James Jacobson, Founder of the Dog Podcast Network believes so and in this episode shares his areas of expertise to include: the benefits of meditating with our dogs, how to understand the options and provide the context if you currently are or ever find your dog facing a canine cancer diagnosis and then how to find out if your are a dog lover vs a dog owner. Lots to learn in this one!

In a time where nothing makes sense, more of us are seeking out more natural, holistic, and healthy ways to bring our lives into balance and of course more balance and awareness with our dogs. Want to learn more about healing energies, especially when it comes to our dogs? Lesley Nase is here to explain how she uses shamanic healing techniques along with the science of Quantum energy to better understand our dogs. She even does an exercise to show you how to use your own intuition with your dog so that you're not always looking outside of yourself for the answers. You can start with yourself. Tune in!

We all know what a nuisance fleas and ticks can be, especially when it comes to how they affect our dogs. They are gross, annoying, and potentially harmful to our dogs’ health. But many products aimed at killing and preventing fleas and ticks contain chemicals to not only kill the parasites, but poison the host as well … and that’s your dog! Listen in as Ádám Bacsó shares the hard facts about fleas and ticks, the lifecycle for each, what diseases they can transmit, other health issues they can cause, the problems with pesticides, and the science behind how to prevent fleas & ticks naturally. There are safe treatments!

What is Kindness in Training and how does that differ from reward or positive reinforcement dog training? Gail Green has been training dogs for over 60 years, so she has seen various training methods come and go. And she knows that you and your dog first need mutual respect. Listen in and learn what are the best methods to shape and mold positive behavior. How do we get our dogs to work for something and not against it? Good stuff!

Why are Green Lipped Muscles such a great supplement for joint issues and what makes their fatty acids better than what’s found in fish oils? Learn more about the science, the research, how they are harvested and why not all GLM extracts are the same. Dr. Howie is with us to break it all down and shares all of the proof of why your dog needs this superfood. Listen in!

Is your dog impacted by a condition that impacts their mobility? Maybe they have orthopedic issues including surgery, injury, arthritis or something else. Listen in as Liz Rubenstein shares the treatments and products that actually help as well as the steps to take once we realize that our dog is starting to have mobility issues due to old age or specifically arthritis. Give your dog a new leash on life!

How would you feel if your dog’s leg had to be amputated? Luckily there is an amazing organization Tripawds that is helping all amputee pets. Listen in as we chat with Jim Nelson and Rene Agredano who share the most important things people should know about amputee dogs. We cover the surgery, pain management, weight management and more! And find out how the Tripawds Foundation and Rescue Fund are doing amazing things!

Do you think you know THE biggest mistake when it comes to training your dog? The answer might surprise you. Some of the actions we take are so damaging to dogs, and we have no idea how damaging they are. Doggy Dan will share more about this big mistake, how to correct it, how you can incorporate the Dog Calming Code and how all of this differs from treat training or correction based methods. And learn why your dog so desperately needs you to be a leader in the relationship. Tune in!

Over-vaccinating is a big deal and there are many illnesses that can result from over vaccination. Listen in as Dr. Jodie Gruenstern shares with us the proper way to vaccinate our dogs throughout their lives and why titer testing is so important. Learn what a titer test is and why you should support new state legislation that will accept a protective titer test in lieu of re-vaccination. The old laws are archaic and the science shows that a blood titer test is a safe and effective way to ensure our dogs have the immunity they need without having to continue “routine” vaccinations.

Do all dogs need help from a professional trainer? Are we able to read books or watch videos to help train our dogs?The biggest drawback of do-it-yourself dog training is the potential lost time. If you are fumbling through and trying to figure it out as you go (as most of us are), you stand to lose valuable moments in your dog's life that could be spent reinforcing good behaviors instead of sending mixed and inconsistent messages. Hiring one shouldn’t be considered a reflection of an owner’s failure. Listen in as Louie Torres shares when it’s best to hire training professional who is right for you and your dog.