The Erbekees Experience

20 Years Breeding Dogs… You Won't Believe What I've Seen!

In this episode, Jodi Erbe shares her experiences from over 20 years of dog breeding, focusing on the challenges of client communication and the importance of clear polic

Why is it wrong for a dog breeder to make a profit

The conversation delves into the stigma and challenges faced by dog breeders when it comes to making a profit. It explores the financial realities, emotional toll, and in

The stigma of dog breeding

The conversation explores the negative reputation of dog breeders and the reasons behind it. It delves into the impact of public perception, the behavior of other breeder

Purebred or Shelter

The podcast episode discusses the topic of purebred dogs versus shelter dogs, exploring the pros and cons of each. It also delves into the responsibilities of breeders an

Q & A July

The podcast begins with an introduction and announcement of a Q&A session. The hosts discuss the best teething chews for puppies, natural chews, and teething tips. They a

My Bad!! Common Training mistakes

The podcast episode titled 'My Bad' discusses common mistakes made by dog owners in training their puppies. It emphasizes the impact of patience and consistency, the impo

Common Puppy Illnesses

The conversation covers essential topics related to puppy health, including the understanding and prevention of common parasites, the importance of parvo vaccination, and

1st week Do's and Don'ts

The podcast discusses the crucial do's and don'ts for the first week of bringing a puppy home. It covers topics such as feeding, treats, communication, training, biting,

Cost of a litter

The conversation delves into the financial and time-related aspects of breeding and maintaining a kennel. It highlights the significant costs, the impact of selective bre

Ethical Breeding Practices

The conversation delves into the topic of ethical breeding practices, covering key aspects such as health testing, breeding decisions, temperament, socialization, limited

About Erbekees

The conversation covers the host's early experience with keeshonds, her journey into breeding, challenges in finding keeshonds and the importance of health testing, and t

What to expect

The conversation covers the process of selecting and depositing for a puppy, communication and information sharing with clients, the rearing of puppies in a kennel enviro

Choosing a puppy

Jodi Erbe discusses the process of choosing a puppy, emphasizing the lack of predictability in a puppy's personality and temperament at a young age. She highlights the ch

Meds and More

The conversation covers a range of topics related to pet care, including the use of monthly medications for heartworm prevention and flea and tick control. The hosts also

Feed Right - Train Right

The podcast episode covers a range of topics related to feeding schedules, puppy nutrition, and training practices. Jodi Erbe shares insights on transitioning puppy food

Story time with Jon

The Erbekees Experience podcast features Jodi Erbe and her husband Jon sharing their journey of raising Keeshonden dogs. From the beginning of their adventure to Jon's ro

The 3 R's - Refunds, Returns and Rehomes

The podcast episode discusses the three Rs: refunds, returns, and rehoming policies for puppies. Jodi Erbe shares her experiences and challenges with puppy ownership, as

Haters gonna hate

The Erbekees Experience podcast delves into the challenges of dealing with haters and negative feedback in the dog breeding community. Jodi Erbe shares her experiences an

Crate Training

The conversation methodically covers the topic of crate training for puppies, emphasizing the importance of consistency, patience, and structured routines. It addresses m

Why Erbekees

The conversation delves into the critical topic of health testing in dog breeding, emphasizing the importance of transparency, accountability, and research when choosing