Specific Breeds


Siberian Huskies – #2

Renee interviewed two dog trainers today: Nannette Morgan and Jo Jacques. Both trainers are extremely knowledgeable about Siberian Husky sled dogs. They discussed an incident that occurred after the 2010 Winter Olympics where 100 sled dogs were inhumanely destroyed at a tourist center in Vancouver, British Columbia. Nannette and Jo also talked about how sled […]

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Bichon Frises

Renee interviews Nancy Weller, owner, breeder, groomer of Bichon Frises, and professional dog trainer from Saratoga, California. Nancy talks about the Bichon Frise breed, and how she did some very unique things to help socialize her one and only litter of puppies. Click here to play or download podcast

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Siberian Huskies

Nannette Morgan, California trainer, returns to The Doghouse today to talk about Siberian Huskies. She talks about the sport of mushing and the Alaskan Ididarod races. Nannette explains how to effectively train Huskies, but also mentions some of the challenges owners face when living with this intelligent breed. Click here to play or download podcast

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Pugs

Renee chats with Lucy Kennedy about Pugs. They discuss what it’s like to live with these sweet and loving little dogs and what their needs are. Lucy is very involved in Pug rescue. She explains the main reason Pugs wind up in rescue and how people can prevent problems when they live with these dogs. […]

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Dog fighting abuse

Mary Harwelik, Union County, NJ dog trainer and expert on Pitbulls, talks about the horrible abuse dogs endure when used in dog fighting operations. Much discussion centered on the 49 surviving dogs that were saved from Michael Vick’s dog fighting ring. For more info about Pitbulls, go to www.realpitbull.com. Click here to play or download podcast

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German Shepherds

Local Dog Trainer, Phil Guida from Canine Dimensions in the South Jersey and Philadelphia areas talks to Renee this morning about his rescue group, Garden State German Shepherd Rescue. Their discussion focuses a lot on what owners need to know about these very intelligent dogs to ensure a successful relationship exists from the very beginning. […]

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Labrador Retrievers

Renee’s guest is a professional trainer and behavior consultant from Mystic Connecticut, Michael Shikashio. Michael owns his own training business, Complete Canines, LLC and he volunteers and provides foster care for American Lab Rescue, an all breed rescue concentrated on the east coast. Listen and learn about Labrador Retrievers today. Visit www.americanlabrescue.com if you’d like to adopt […]

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Sighthounds – Whippets, Brussels Griffons

Sharon Sakson, well-known dog show judge, breeder and author returns to The Doghouse to talk specifically about Sighthounds; their physical characteristics, their personalities, and information on how to keep them happy and safe in the home. If you’re interested in buying a Whippet or Brussels Griffon, contact Sharon atinfodog.com/judges/7030/juddat.htm. Click here to play or download […]

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Keeping small dogs safe from predators

Darlene Arden, another return Doghouse visitor, talks about keeping your little dog safe from flying hawks and from dogs running loose through the neighborhood. We also discuss whether kids and little dogs are a good match. Click here to play or download podcast

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Boxers

Darlene Arden, another return Doghouse visitor, talks about keeping your little dog safe from flying hawks and from dogs running loose through the neighborhood. We also discuss whether kids and little dogs are a good match. Click here to play or download podcast

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