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Episode 221 - Stop importing puppies and dogs who found romance for their human

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Released Sat July 25, 2020
Length: 0:46:39
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Lucy Parkinson and TV vet Marc Abraham discuss the petition Lucy started to stop the exploitative importing of puppies into the UK. Writer Cath Jenkin reveals the spooky way her Border Collie brought brought happiness, romance and a new home into her life. Plus the DogCast Radio News.

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Episode 220 - Keeping dogs safe from theft, loss and heat stroke

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Released Sat June 27, 2020
Length: 1:03:28
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We all want to keep our dogs as safe, happy and healthy as possible - but there are so many dangers out there. Debbie Matthews founded Vets Get Scanning after her dogs were stolen, and has spent the last 14 years campaigning to increase the chance of missing and lost dogs of being reunited with their owners. You can help make our dogs safer. Dr Michael Becker is a critical care veterinarian who has everything you need to know about heatstroke in dogs. Plus the DogCast Radio News.

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Episode 219 - Dog behaviour in lockdown and beyond

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Released Sat May 30, 2020
Length: 1:30:04
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Many dogs have been having behaviour changes during lockdown. Author and trainer Melissa McCue McGrath in the USA, and behaviourist and dangerous dogs expert witness in the UK Debbie Connolly discuss their experiences, and some of the questions they've been consulted about. Plus we explore how we can help our dogs move out of lockdown. And there's the DogCast Radio News. Happy listening!

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Episode 218 - Keep your dog happy and healthy during lockdown

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Released Sat May 2, 2020
Length: 0:57:29
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While you're at home during lockdown - or any other time - you can keep your dog happy and healthy. Nathalie Ingham is Canine Training and Behaviour Manager at Battersea and she has practical, easy advice to keep your dog entertained. Behaviourist and expert witness Nick Jones has helped develop Work Out Your Walkies to allow you to walk your dog in your own garden. Plus the DogCast Radio News. And a surprising amount of mentions of flying cars.

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Episode 217 - Make your dog happy with Karen London and Nosey Barker

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Released Sat March 28, 2020
Length: 1:19:57
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In this podcast, Karen London considers how you can make your dog happier - what she says may surprise you! Kim Kaye talks about Nosey Barker and how she's helping dogs locally and beyond. Plus the DogCast Radio News. This podcast was produced during the UK's lockdown, but although that is referenced, this is an upbeat, happy podcast. Stay safe.

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Episode 216 - Tripawds and Scruffts

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Released Sat February 1, 2020
Length: 0:52:35
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When Jim and Rene's dog Jerry was diagnosed with terminal cancer, they turned their lives upside down to make sure he got the most out of his last months. They have written about their experiences in their book, Be More Dog. Josie Baldwin entered her dog Jack into Scruffts (Crufts for non-pedigrees) anticipating nothing more than a fun day out, but he won! Plus the DogCast Radio News with all the dog news you might have otherwise missed!

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Episode 215 - Dogs in the Movies and fear of the vet

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Released Sat January 25, 2020
Length: 1:01:10
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We all love a good dog film - and Wendy Mitchell loves them so much she wrote a whole book about them. It's called Citizen Canine, and is full of photos and behind the scenes stories of all the doggy stars. Something not all dogs love is a trip to the vet. If your dog is afraid of the vet, Karen Riddell has the advice you need to help them. Get 2020 off to the right start for you and your dog with DogCast Radio!

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Episode 214 - incredible Kratu and Frankie the biggest dog that ever was

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Released Sat December 21, 2019
Length: 0:57:31
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Two wonderful dogs fill this episode with magic and magnificence. Kratu was born in Romania, and life looked bleak - but at 5 weeks he was rescued, and his story has now touched hearts around the world. Frankie was a tiny puppy mill puppy, but his spirit and heart were so huge that he inspired his owner to write Frankie, The Biggest Dog That Ever Was. The DogCast Radio News brings you a special festive feel good round up.

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Episode 213 - Dog obesity and carbohydrates and Disc Dog and accessibility

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Released Sat November 2, 2019
Length: 1:22:02
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Daniel Schulof investigated dog diets, and which led him to feed his own dogs differently, write a book and start his own dog food company. Heather Smith, who competes, judges and trains around the world, discusses Disc Dogs and accessibility. Plus the DogCast Radio News, which is all about - you guessed it, dogs!

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Episode 212 Vet-AI pet care and Dog Is Love

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Released Sat September 28, 2019
Length: 1:16:20
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We dog owners know our dogs love us - but it's great that science is now agreeing with us. Clive Wynne knows the science - and the love - of dogs, and he discusses his book Dog Is Love. What do you do if you want veterinary advice but can't necessarily get to the veterinary surgery right then? Now Vet-AI has come up with an app called Joii. Eminent veterinarian Sarah Warren talks about Joii, and a range of other subjects including the stress on veterinary professionals. Plus, hear the DogCast Radio News, with dog related stories from around the world.

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281 - dog AITA and am I being unreasonable

In this podcast, host Julie considers a variety of Reddit AITA questions, and Am I Being Unreasonable from Mumsnet. We have stories of a puppy biting a child at a family get together, the pet sitting friend who took the dog to doggy daycare, the rescue dog defender feeling the pressure to meet up for dog walks, the sister who caused trouble when she said her sister's baby name sounded like a dog's name, the devoted owner who ducked out of his brother's wedding to care for his injured dog, an off lead dog causing issues and two alleged service dogs joining at the children's playground. Do you agree with Julie's take on all these canine conundrums?

189 - The Dog Healers and War Dogs Remembered

In this episode you can hear Mark Winik talk about his debut novel, The Dog Healers, and listen to Julia Robertson explain why she founded the charity War Dogs remembered. Plus there's the DogCast Radio News, and what Mischief the German Spitz puppy has been up to.

188 - Service Dogs UK and Roxie the Doxie Finds Her Forever Home

In this episode you can hear about Service Dogs UK, a fantastic charity which trains assistance dogs to support veterans of any service - military personnel, police, firefighters, paramedics and the coastguard - who develop Post Traumatic Stress Disorder due to their job. Also, listen to Dr Jody A Dean, a clinical psychologist talk about how her book, Roxie the Doxie finds her Forever Home, is helping children understand and talk about adoption and other family issues. Plus the DogCast Radio News and some thoughts on the alpha dog myth.

187 - Muffins Halo and Chorley Fun Dog Show

In this episode you can hear about Muffin's Halo for Blind Dogs, and what motivates people to enter their dog in a fun dog show. In the DogCast Radio News, listen to stories about the latest dog related research. Plus there's a new member of the DogCast Radio team!

186 - Maxwell Muir on wolves

In this episode you can hear trainer, behaviourist, writer, broadcaster and wolf expert Maxwell Muir talk about what wolves mean to him personally, their plight in a modern world, and his hopes for their future. Plus we have the DogCast Radio News.