Dog Chats

Episode 42: Weather & Your Dog: How the Seasons Can Affect Behavior and Well-Being

How does the weather affect our dogs? From hot summer days and keeping dogs cool to changes in behavior as the seasons shift, weather can have a bigger impact on our cani

Episode 41: Understanding Anxiety in Dogs: Why it Happens and How to Help

Anxiety can affect dogs of all ages and breeds, but it doesn't always look the way we expect. In this episode of Dog Chats, we explore what anxiety really is, why it deve

Episode 40: Kids and Dogs: Tips for Creating Harmony

In this episode of Dog Chats, we're joined by Michelle Stern, founder of Pooch Parenting, to talk about helping kids and dogs thrive together. Whether you're expecting a

Episode 39: Living With Multiple Dogs: How to Help Them Thrive Together

Living with more than one dog can be joyful, chaotic, and—at times—a little overwhelming. In this episode, Emma and Kirsten dive into what it really takes to support both

Episode 38: Dog Parks- The Good, The Bad & The Barky

Dog parks can be a paradise for pups… or a chaotic free-for-all. In this episode, Emma and Kirsten dive into the world of dog parks and break down both the benefits and t

Episode 37: Caring for Your Senior Dog: Love, Comfort and Compassion

In this heartfelt episode, Emma and Kirsten sit down with certified dog behavior consultant and trainer Helen St. Pierre to talk about one of the most emotional — and imp

Episode 36: Be the Person Your Dog Thinks You Are- Starting the New Year With Kindness

As a new year begins, we’re trading pressure and perfection for something better: kindness. In this episode, we talk about our hopes and positive intentions for the year

Episode 35: Understanding the Dog in Front of You

Ever wonder what really happens behind the scenes when we work with dogs and their humans? In this episode, Emma and Kirsten take you from the very first phone call—where

Episode 34: Helping Your Dog Feel Calm and Confident in the Car

In this episode, Emma and Kirsten dive into everything you need to know about helping your dog feel safe, secure, and even excited about car rides. Whether you're plannin

Episode 33: Seeing the World Through a Small Dog's Eyes

In this episode, we shine a spotlight on the pint-sized pups that often get overlooked. From breed discrimination to misconceptions about behavior and care, small dogs fa

Episode #32 Help! My Dog Is Missing: What to Do Right Now Part 2

Your dog is missing—what now? In this urgent and practical episode, we guide you through the crucial first steps to take when your dog disappears. From creating effective

Episode #32 Found a Lost Dog? Here's What to Do First Part 1

Ever spotted a wandering pup and felt unsure what to do next? In this episode, we break down the essential steps to safely help a lost dog—from how to approach it without

Episode 31: Keeping Your Dog Safe and Happy This Summer

Remember when summer felt endless—when every day was an invitation to explore, get a little sunburned, and create memories with your favorite people? In this episode, Emm

Episode 30: Why Every Dog Should Learn to Wear a Muzzle

What comes to mind when you see a dog wearing a muzzle? Chances are, we already have a good idea of your response. Unfortunately, muzzles often carry a negative stigma in

Episode 29: How Your Dog Perceives the World- Canine Sensory Perception

Did you know that dogs can't see anything that is 12-18 inches in front of their face?  Or that the size of their skull affects their ability to hear different frequencie

Episode 28: Disaster Preparedness- Get a Paw Up

In this episode, Emma and Kirsten dive into essential tips and strategies for preparing your pets for any emergency or disaster. Whether it’s a hurricane, fire, or earthq

Episode 27: Seeing Dogs for Who They Are with Kim Brophey

In this episode, Emma and Kirsten sit down with Kim Brophey, an applied ethologist and a leading voice in the movement to transform the way we understand and interact wit

Episode 26: A Veterinary Perspective- Special Guest Dr. Kelle Kearney

As Dr. Kelle Kearney says in this episode, veterinarians wear many different hats.  Our veterinarians are such an important part of our dog's team, and they offer so many

Episode 25: Environmental Changes You Can Make to Support Well-Being

Have you ever been in a new place- maybe a subway in another country or a county fair on a crowded holiday- and been overwhelmed with the sights, sounds and smells around

Episode 24: Compassion Without Borders’ Cofounder, Dr. Christi Camblor, Shares Heartening Stories of Her Animal Welfare Work on Both Sides of the Border.

Have you ever listened to someone speak about their mission and felt chills and motivation to make positive change happen?  Listening to Dr. Christi during this episode w