Jack Russell Parents
Celebrating Jack Russell Terrier dogs and companionship with canines of every kind! Each Monday, we’ll explore all the hilarious and humbling, heartfelt and harrowing stories that only dog parents can truly relate to. To brighten the end of your week, each Thursday we’ll drop a Zoomiesode—a fast-paced mini episode highlighting new and exciting stories from dog-centric entertainment and social media! Zoomiesodes start June 10, 2021. :)
Episodes
Hollywood continues its celebration of Jack Russell Terriers, even in animated movies like the new "Dog Gone Trouble" on Netflix. Can you blame 'em? JRTs are pretty awesome in every way.
For this week's Zoomiesode, we give you the highlights of "Dog Gone Trouble" and our expert opinion based on years of Jack Russell parenting and couch potatoness.
Life can be downright stressful. And loving on a dog is a wonderful way to chase away the dark clouds. Seriously. It's science. :) Join us as we chat about a scientific study proving dogs alleviate stress. Then we discuss therapy dogs like the hero in Kristin O'Donnell Tubb's new middle grade novel Luna Howls at the Moon.
Mama bears got nothin' on this puppy mama! For our first weekly Zoomiesode (aka Thursday mini episode), we highlight how teenage dog parent Hailey Morinico successfully defended her four dogs from a bear that wandered into her backyard. Listen to the amazing story and see the shocking video at jackrussellparents.com/blog
Join us as we dig into the Instagram feeds of 3 great Instapup accounts: Doug the Pug, Manny the Frenchie, and Marlierose the JRT. Then learn the secrets to growing your beautiful pup's Instagram following from Wear Wag Repeat founder and social media expert Tori Mistick. Check out her adorable brand and services https://wearwagrepeat.com
Find more valuable info and puppy cuteness at https://jackrussellparents.com.
Let's brag about all the cool things our dogs can do! Or all the hilarious ways they defy our commands! This week, we share a few step-by-step instructions for popular tricks (wait, yawn, bow), then dig into some hilarious social media feedback about your dogs' best crowd-pleasers.
We were out of the studio for this week's episode! Our dog park plans were rained out, so what better way to boost our spirits than to visit In-N-Out Burger? They even have a secret menu item for dogs – the Pup Patty! We were so excited we even sang the old school In-N-Out theme song... for which we sincerely apologize.
We sniff out the best ways to bond with your dog before we chat with Alex Lu, the creator of an amazing new board game called Dogs BOND.
In Dogs BOND, the players are shelter dogs gaining points and skills in hopes of being adopted into their forever home! Find out more and pre-order your copy at https://www.dogsbondgame.com
This week, we examine the meaning of dog sleeping positions and Jack Russell Terrier sleeping preferences. We'll also share great JRT fan answers about how their Jack Russells take over their beds, too.
This week, we chat about the legendary career of Moose, the Jack Russell Terrier who played Eddie Crane on the TV show Frasier.
Special thanks to the talented Keithron Powell for the use of his excellent a cappella cover of the Frasier theme song, "Tossed Salads and Scrambled Eggs." You can find the full-version of his rendition at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-3X4o1qUW_M. And be sure to check out his YouTube channel...
This week, we discuss the Animal Defense League of Texas (a non-profit, no-kill shelter since 1934) and their April Adopt-a-thon with Development and Marketing Manager, Michelle Thorson. We also share a poem called “I Went Out to Rescue a Dog That Day” by Fionna D.
This week, we chat with award-winning author Kristin O'Donnell Tubb about the research and inspiration for her excellent middle grade novels A Dog Like Daisy and Zeus, Dog of Chaos – told from the perspective of a psychiatric (PTSD) assistance dog and a medical alert dog, respectively.
Listen to this bonus episode for the secret code needed to enter to win our $100 Chewy.com e-gift card National Pet Parents Day giveaway! Enter to win at https://jackrussellparents.com/national-pet-parents-day-giveaway
This week, we review which dog breeds are most compatible for each of the 9 Enneagram personality types.
This week, we dig into the 9 Enneagram personality types and how they relate to dog parenting. We'll also interview special guest and Enneagram expert Kelsey Taylor, as well as share great stories from you, our fellow dog lovers, about which Enneagram type you think your dogs are.
This week, we explain what "the zoomies" are. We'll also read JRT fan answers to the question, "Do you walk your dog, or does your dog walk you?"
In this super-short bonus episode, we reveal the code word for the Podcast Launch party e-prizes. Fill in the form with the correct code word on our site by Monday, March 29, 2021 to be eligible to win.
This week, we will outline expert dog walking tips. We'll also interview children's author Liz Ledden about her wonderful new picture book, Walking Your Human.
This week, we open our first Super Chewer subscription box, check out the haul of toys and treats, and make a bet on which treat our dog Carson will like most.
This week, we will explore the art and science of naming your dog and how to use their name. We'll also chat about names for tiny dogs, and then share great stories from you, our fellow dog lovers, about how you named your JRTs.
In this bonus episode, we will outline some great ways to celebrate National Puppy Day.
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