Let's Boop Snoots

Heidi kicks off the episode by chatting about Gibbon's reaction to family going away leaving him alone with Heidi for the first time. Heidi talks about the things she has put into place in order to make this a successful experience. Vero and Heidi then review articles that provide further information about the small dog and big dog debate and how some of the stereotypes have been confirmed. So tel...

Heidi and Vero start the episode by reviewing the evolution of certain dog breeds and the resulting health problems that these physical changes produced. Heidi shares a personal story to briefly chat about human manners around dogs and dog owners. Vero finishes the episode by talking about the OLDEST DOG by discussing an interview conducted by Rodney Habib with the owner, Brian McLeran. Can you gu...

Vero and Heidi are excited to have special guest, Kathryn Ray, on the show today! Kathryn, a Tibetan Mastiff breeder and a competitor in the 2021 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show with her beautiful dog Ramen, a Tibetan Mastiff, chats about her experience at the show and a special award they received. She also talks about how she started competing and provides information about the different dog co...

Heidi and Vero kick off the episode by chatting about Vero and Ralph's dog park experience! Afterwards, they review a video that Heidi watched about "15 things your dog loves" and give their own opinions on some of these. Vero then provides some information and reasons on why dogs do not like rain! They finish the episode by doing a quick game of BOOP or SNOOT!!!

In this episode, Vero and Heidi talk about disabilities in dogs. Heidi reviews two websites and what she has found, each offering something different! She talks about how a couple decided to build a facility to take care of dogs with disabilities, some of which can be adopted!!! The second website shows the different equipment that some dogs may need and may be a good resource of owners.

In this episode, Heidi and Vero talk about a famous dog called Bunny who communicates with her owner using a sound board that has a multitude of buttons. Vero chats about a dog-only park that she is planning on visiting Ralph - she is looking forward to sharing her experience! Heidi continues by talking about Gibbon's socialization experience with a couple of cats!

Heidi starts the episode by talking about a pet nutrition experience that she recently had with a pet food company as she searches for answers to Gibbon's ongoing gastrointestinal issues. She continues the episode by reviewing an article she found about the similarities of pet and owner diets and the connection between grain-free diets and dilated cardiomyopathy. Vero talks about a quiz she comple...

Heidi and Vero discuss Ralph's progress with training, commands and grooming. Vero talks about her experience with teaching Ralph to bark on command and why she wants to teach this command. She also chats about a training session Ralph (and family) had with a professional trainer. Heidi continues the episode by talking about a new "trick" Gibbon learned, a rescue dog a family member is adopting an...

This episode starts with a quick update about Ralph! Vero talks about the puppy biting that she is trying to get under control and other important behaviours that she is working on: impulse control and thresholds. Vero also tell us about her BIG purchase! Heidi and Vero continue the episode by telling some fun and amazing dog stories including Scraps' heroic story. They finish the episode by playi...

Heidi and Vero discuss dog conformation show - how to get started, training, what they are evaluating and where they lose points. Vero reviews the confusing process of how a dog becomes Best In Show. the different titles a dog acquires along the way, and some of the anatomical terminology. To end the episode, they chat about the breed standards for their own dogs: Weimaraners and Golden Retrievers...

Vero starts the episode by, of course, giving a Ralph update. She discusses her experience with feeding a raw diet so far and what she's doing for training: commands, walking, crate training and puppy biting. Heidi and Vero continue the episode by reviewing some dog events, such as trade shows and dog festivals.

Heidi and Vero kick off the episode by talking about Ralph!!! Vero gives a puppy update by talking about Ralph's physical changes as well as the training. Ralph is now working on thresholds and impulse control, especially during meal prep. They continue the episode by talking about the Netflix series Canine Intervention which is about a dog trainer who works with dog owners and their dogs to fix b...

Vero has gotten her new PUPPY! Heidi and Vero start the episode by doing a name reveal. Vero talks about the first night and first week with her new puppy, including crate training and house training and raw food, and her experience at the breeder's when she selected which puppy she was going to take home. They continue the episode by chatting about fun dog tricks and how to get your dog to perfor...

Vero and Heidi discuss dog fighting in this episode. Vero starts off by delving into the history of dog fighting, including how the American Pitbull Terrier breed emerged! She also talks about the process of training fighting dogs and the "Off The Chain" documentary. Heidi chats about how to handle a dog fight in public including a technique on how to break up the fight. She highlights how importa...

Heidi and Vero talk about art from music, to painting and photography. Vero chats about a photographer who's art involves more taboo subjects, and companies that create wall art of your very own snoot! Heidi chats about music of popular artists who sing with and about their pets, and a Weimaraner photographer. Listen in for more and a game of BOOP or SNOOT!!!

Vero and Heidi talk about a lighter subject this week: fun personal dog stories and some unique stories from around the globe. Heidi starts off the episode by reciting a dog poem. Vero continues by giving some dingo news from Australia, and then chats about an ice skating dog and a city that elects dogs as mayors. Heidi talks about some personal dog stories: dog vs frog stare down, Thanksgiving tu...

In this episode, Vero and Heidi discuss the heavy topic of canine cancer. Vero shares interesting things she discovered in a documentary that presents alternative veterinary medicine. Heidi chats about other informative interviews that touch upon other interesting topics such as fecal transplants.

In this episode, Vero tests Heidi on dog myths. They discuss what is true and what is false...and what is partially true! There is so much to learn about these lovable creatures. Heidi talks about Gibbon's gut health journey and the discoveries that she has made so far.

Vero and Heidi talk about the pros and cons of getting a puppy during the pandemic. They discuss potential issues that may develop, such as separation anxiety, and how to avoid these issues! Heidi reviews and compares different Q&A sessions - style, persona and methods!

Let's talk doggy business! Vero and Heidi start this episode by discussing dog businesses that offer dog training, boarding and walking services, pet transportation and pet sitting. They also talk about an innovative dog grooming company as well as a business that helps owners build a relationship with their dogs by learning fun outdoor activities such as bikejoring.

In this episode, Heidi and Vero discuss and review a few dog trainers and the training programs that they have to offer, the different approaches and training styles that they use and what you can find on their websites. Vero starts off the episode with some exciting news!

Heidi and Vero discuss dog clothes - some functional and some fancy! Vero asks for apparel advice for her upcoming golden retriever puppy as she thinks it may be too cold outside in Canada's capital when she finally brings him home. Heidi reviews a purely positive approach book that she recently read by highlighting some of the important tips that were given and the differences in preferred method...

In this episode, Heidi reviews the training and preparation that went into preparing a large breed dog for a flight in cabin. On the other hand, Vero shares some unfortunate stories to highlight the risks of traveling with a pet on a flight in a cargo space and the importance of doing your research before emBARKing on this journey. She also briefly talks about her own experience of traveling on a...

Heidi and Vero review the Amazing Race-like television series, The Pack. Participants, human and dog duos, compete in challenges in multiple countries around the world as they race to the finish line. They also chat about some celebrities and their dogs, and how they have contributed to dog shelters, rescues and adoption!

In this episode, Vero and Heidi go over some organizations and associations that support dogs by giving donations to animal shelters and by shinning a light on the numerous sheltered animals that are looking for forever homes. Some companies' unique and creative ideas are highlighted as Vero reviews bigger well-known companies and Heidi talks about smaller organizations and associations.