For the Love of Dog

Correcting your dog's unwanted behavior takes a lot of practice. Trainer Gary Newcomb brings a handy visual chart that shows how dogs react to stimuli and how quickly and intensely an owner should respond accordingly.

After the break, Steve and PJ welcome the second-ever volunteer for our dog rescue (The Little Red Dog) to help kick the 10th anniversary of the rescue on 10/11/21!

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Psychotherapist Marina Resa joins Steve and PJ to share her thoughts on moving through the grief of losing a pet. Marina provides thoughtful advice for anyone experiencing grief of their own. Marina provides counseling and can be found at https://www.marinaresatherapy.com/

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We're back! Steve and Gary discuss a recent article about the science that bonds dogs and humans (https://www.businessinsider.com/dogs-hardwired-to-communicate-with-humans-as-puppies-2021-9) Be sure to check out the video version on our YouTube to see Gary's new haircut...

After the break Steve and PJ talk to Barbara and Lourdes, co-founders of Animal Wellness Center of Orange County about their amazing facility ...

Steve and Gary discuss the trend of prescription drugs for dogs. After the break, they get into frequent issues they encounter when dog owners don't see instant results from dog training.

Join us for a par-tee! The 3rd Annual Putts For Paws golf tournament is coming May 6, 2021. To register or sponsor visit https://puttsforpaws2020.com/ (2020 because we didn't get to have an event last year!)

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Actor Mark Valley (Boston Legal, Fringe) joins Steve and Gary for a conversation about his life transitioning from the military to his remarkable acting, producing, and directing career. Mark recently joined The Little Red Dog foster squad and shares his experiences with his current foster pup, Tyson.

Join us for a par-tee! The 3rd Annual Putts For Paws golf tournament is coming May 6, 2021. To register or sponsor visit ht...

Fiona Cole and Carlo Cesario, a husband-wife documentary filmmaking team join Steve and PJ, a husband-wife dog rescue team, to discuss their documentary film Mondo Stray. The film is about what it means to be a stray dog in different parts of the world. Follow their Facebook to see the film and support their next work! https://www.facebook.com/filofilms

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Laura Colagrande, the co-founder of Chippin, joins Steve and PJ to talk about her company's innovative pet food products. Chippin uses sustainable proteins to reduce the 64 million tons of greenhouse gases produced by the pet food industry annually.

Visit chippinpet.com to see their story (as well as their dog poop chart). Use promo code TLRD 15 for 15% off and The Little Red Dog will receive a donation for your orde...

Steve and Gary talk through a common question: Why does my dog have "the zoomies?" Be sure to watch the video version on YouTube to see some real-life zoomies (or FRAPS as they are known scientifically). After the break, PJ and MacKenzie talk through some of their new and effective fundraising strategies for The Little Red Dog.

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Gary shares an article that breaks down the most loyal breeds which leads Steve to questions how a dog shows ""loyalty."" After the break, MacKenzie joins PJ for the first time in the studio to share her social media and general marketing strategies that have helped The Little Red Dog raise their profile over the last few years.

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Dogecoin and cryptocurrencies are in the news every day, but what does it have to do with rescue? Steve and Gary chat with crypto evangelist Kieran about how the traceability and accountability inherent with cryptocurrencies could be the future of finance for dog rescues and non-profits.

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An incident with first dogs Champ and Major reminds Steve and Gary of common misconceptions around "aggressive" dog behavior. Later, Steve and PJ interview Liz Nowell, founder of Best Life Leashes about her beautifully designed dog leashes. Use promo code TLRD at bestlifeleashes.org to receive 10% off your order and TLRD will receive a free product for every order placed!

The Red Dog Dash is a nationwide 7 day wa...

Experienced dog foster, adopter, and supporter of The Little Red Dog, Cindi Opdyke, joins Steve and Gary remotely to talk about her experiences with dog rescue. Cindi is one of our biggest fans and graciously shares some of the big dog behavior epiphanies she has had after listen to Steve and Gary discuss dog behavior.

The Red Dog Dash is a nationwide 7 day walk-your-dog-a-thon taking place March 13th-20th aimed to advocat...

Steve welcomes back Clint Lien, founder of Natural Pet Oil, to talk about the benefits of CBD oil for pets and introduce the latest addition to his team Thor and Dudeman. Visit https://www.naturalpetoil.com/ to read more about their array of CBD products! After the break, PJ shares some dog trivia including the origins of the phrase, "Man's Best Friend."

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Steve and PJ welcome actress and activist Jacqueline Piñol via Zoom to discuss her project The Canine Condition, a "Dogumentary" about canine homelessness and rescue in the United States today. Jacqueline hosts a podcast by the same name. Please visit www.thecaninecondition.com to findo out more about her work!

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Gary Newcomb welcomes Thor and Dudeman to talk about some of the incredible stunts and media appearances this incredible pup has been a part of. They also discuss their shared affinity for mohawks. Check out our new studio on the video version of the podcast on YouTube now!

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The For the Love of Dog team is taking the week off to upgrade our podcast studio! This week, enjoy a replay our most popular episode from 2019:

Special guest Clint Lien, founder of Natural Pet Oil, sits down with Sean to discuss the various benefits of CBD oil.  Could your doggie benefit from a daily dose of CBD oil?  Listen and decide for yourself!  

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Gary tears down a story he found that attempts to tear down using dog behavior to train over positive reinforcement. After the break, PJ joins Steve in studio to run down some of the changes and landmarks that have taken place with The Little Red Dog through this tumultuous year.

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS: We're raising $50,000 to save 50 underdogs this holiday season! https://secure.givelively.org/donate/little-red-dog-i...

Steve and Gary break down a new Microsoft commercial featuring dogs using computers... Then PJ joins to go over the progress with Home for the Holidays.

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS: We're raising $50,000 to save 50 underdogs this holiday season! https://secure.givelively.org/donate/little-red-dog-inc/home-for-the-holidays

New Road Foods makes fresh-baked, human-grade dog treats and ships them straight to your door....

Steve and Gary share their opinion of why Vanderpump Dogs only rescues perfect little dogs... After the break PJ breaks down how her rescue works with shelters.

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS: We're raising $50,000 to save 50 underdogs this holiday season! https://secure.givelively.org/donate/little-red-dog-inc/home-for-the-holidays

New Road Foods makes fresh-baked, human-grade dog treats and ships them straight to yo...