All The Good Dogs

Could these next episodes of Downward Dog be the most relatable yet? Find out why when you tune in to hear Kate and Stephanie talk about the show for the second last time. What does Martin's perfect nap look like? And are puppies really that bad? Curious about what the ladies dogs have been up to? There is plenty of dog chatter including your scoop on Jazz's Tasting Table. Find out where you can w...

Carrie from the Sip and Shine podcast joins the show this week to talk about how she went from not having a dog for nearly 20 years, to completely obsessed with her rescue dog Layla. Is it weird to skype your dog? Is sleeping in the bed with them normal? You won't be shocked to hear Kate's answers. Plus the ladies chat about the 2018 movie Dog Days, a rather obscure release that not many people he...

Ana from Pop Prism Power is here to discuss the 2008 Disney movie Beverly Hills Chihuahua. Featuring an all star cast and cute dogs, the film is basically Homeward Bound set in Mexico, but does that mean its endearing or a snooze? Of course, its not without other problems. We get into the very obvious class discrimination and stereotypes that plague what is an almost perfect dog movie. Plus Ana ha...

Ashley is here to relive some nostalgia with one of her favourite childhood movies, Balto. The 1995 cartoon is based on real life events, but how much does the story actually differ? If lovable, awkward secondary characters are your jam, then this movie has some of the best, and we couldn't stop gushing about them. Also, is it possible to be attracted to a cartoon character voice? Especially when...

It's our 50th episode but someone forgot all about it, so we talked about the next episodes of Downward Dog instead! As we get into the finer moments of the philosophical dog Martin, we ask the important questions like "do you think less of your dog if they like someone you don't?" Plus Kate has a bit of a rant about dog/owner etiquette at the vets. Join the conversation on our facebook group:  ht...

Sentimental dog movie or extended Tooheys commercial? This week Morgan is here to discuss the 2011 Australian film, Red Dog. We slap on our stubby shorts and steel capped boots to examine the true story behind the movie. Who was Red Dog? How did he help a bunch of miners in a remote desert town? What were the problematic issues with this film? And more importantly … who is this movie aimed at? Dog...

Courtney is here to talk all things German Shepherd! She tells me all about Schnitzel who is not quite her dog, but would be if she had her way. Then we get talking about the 1989 Buddy Cop Action movie K-9. From the perfection of main star Jerry Lee, to the notable guest actors and … gross sexual undertones? Will this be a movie to howl about? Or did it drive us barking mad? Join the conversation...

Happy New Year! Did your dog have any resolutions? Kate and Stephanie discuss what Jazz and Izzy's might be, as well as what they got up to over the break and whats coming up in the next few weeks. This weeks feature in doggy pop culture is the first two episodes of Downward Dog. The ladies both loved the 2017 ABC comedy series with philosophical dog Martin, listen as they talk about their favouri...

  Its the final episode of 2018 which means we're finally reviewing the highly anticipated film, The Dog Who Saved Christmas! What did Stephanie think of the movie Kate watches every year? Will she care about Zeus' backstory? Will Christmas actually be in danger? And Kate asks the important question …has Stephanie ever taken a bath with her dog? We also read some Christmas stories about your pets!...

  The mailman has been and delivered your Christmas questions! We discuss the perfect gifts for pets and humans. Plus … giving pets as gifts, is it ok? Pet related holiday decor and including your pets in the family portraits. Its a whole lot of Holiday fun! Join the conversation on our facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/860034564153470/  

  It's the first Christmas episode of December and Stephanie picked a movie that Kate had seen multiple times and already discussed on another podcast this year. So what will Stephanie think of the sugary sweet Disney movie Kate has recommended a million times? Is the 2010 straight to video movie "The Search for Santa Paws" the most disturbing kids movie ever? Is Santa Paws really in need of searc...

Vanda is back to give an update on her dog Nero and his very special themed adoption day party! She's also here to talk the 1997 Disney Classic Air Bud. Its your basic story of a boy and his dog, so is the movie just as good 20 years later and how does it hold up against the millions of sequels? We delve into how pets help us grieve, chat about some iconic Vancouver locations and …. justice for Cl...

Isle of Dogs seems like it has the makings of a perfect movie for dog lovers. It's made by acclaimed film maker Wes Anderson, no dogs die and there's a story about loyalty and friendship. However, it wasn't the case for one of our hosts this week. Can you guess who hated it? The answer may surprise you. Listen in as Kate and Stephanie dissect their most recent movie yet. Kate also discusses the wo...

What do you do when you're a dog person who can't get a dog? You get cats! Listen this week as Alysa tells me about the loves of her life Rooney and Ferguson and their famous namesakes. We discuss how important pets are as our friends, dressing up cats (no, really!) and make sure you don't miss the story of Rooney's lions cut. Join the conversation on our facebook group:  https://www.facebook.com/...

  Artist and animator, Adam Murphy took some time out of his busy schedule to talk about his career at Disney and working on some of the most iconic cartoons from the 90s. We talk Winnie the Pooh, Darkwing Duck, The Little Mermaid 2 and discuss how much work went in to bringing to life the dogs in Lady & The Tramp 2. We also chat about his current job at Animal Logic and his company Welly's Wonder...

  What do you get with two dedicated Keanu Reeves fans and obsessed dog lovers? A podcast about John Wick, of course! That's right, Kate and Val are here to talk all things revenge for sweet little Daisy and love for 'Dog' …not sure how they made an hour long podcast out of dogs who appear on screen for a collective of about five minutes? Give it a listen! You'll learn a little about the doggy act...

Get your wieners ready! (I'm talking about the dogs). For our second Halloween special, we're talking the Tim Burton movie, Frankenweenie! Our review of the 2012 retelling of Frankenstein is sure to be somewhat controversial as Kate and Stephanie discuss their likes and dislikes of Tim Burton movies. Stay tuned as they discuss the best character in the movie (it may not be the dog!) the ridiculous...

Heartfelt dog movie or simply a piece of trash? Em from the Hate Read Podcast joins Kate to discuss the 2017 movie A Dog's Purpose. How does it compare to the book? Why is poor Bailey so blindly loyal to whiny Ethan? Are there any likeable characters  (aside from the dog)? Are there any redeeming qualities about it all? Most importantly, does this dog really have a purpose? Join our facebook group...

Couldn't get enough stories about Kate's dog Jazz in our very first episode? Well its our very first podiversary and Kate is in the hot seat answering questions from Stephanie. From birth to her terrible teenage years, to her mellow senior life, Kate covers it all, She answers the big questions like, does a stereotypical Labrador really have a least favourite food? How many nicknames can one dog h...

Amanda from Amanda's Picture Show A Go Go joins Kate this week to chat about childhood and nostalgia from the 2000 movie My Dog Skip. What was it about this movie that made Amanda pick it? Kate had never seen it before, did she love it and will this be the one that made her cry? Plus, the ladies get into which actors they love and loath from the movie, the deeper topics the film goes into and do t...

  Maria from Spooky Sexy Scary joins me this week to break down the touching movie from 2009, Hachi: A Dog's Tale. This one is full of gratuitous shots of Richard Gere playing with a gorgeous Akita, so does that make it one of the best dog movies ever? Or is the plot compromised because of it? ….And what was up with the wife? Maria watched this movie with one of her dogs, did they enjoy it? Did sh...

Beth had always wanted a dog as a child, and now as an adult she has two! Listen this week as she tells me about Saffy and Taia, the two crazy dogs in her life and how much they mean to her. Beth reveals the adorable nicknames the two have, how it was love at first sight when she met them and who ruined a bed in excitement when she moved in? Plus you wont want to miss the the stories about their q...

  Diana joins me to talk about her foster fail Apollo and and the quickness in which her and her husband fell in love with him. Listen as she talks about the debate over picking his new name and the pop culture icon she finally managed to call him after. Also don't miss the hilarious disaster that happened with his first Christmas in his new home. Plus keep your ears pricked as Apollo shares his o...

I talk to Robyn about her work in aged care with Rusty and QED her two papillons. We talk about the joy they bring to people with their K9 Circus tricks and how having a dog in later life provides you with companionship and keeps you active. Join our facebook discussion:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/860034564153470/

 From Taiwan street dog to pampered pooch, Vanessa and Taylor are here to tell me about their formosan mountain dog Yoshi. Listen as they talk about the origin of her name, her strange relationship with her cat siblings, the scary night she went missing for 12 hours and how being a street dog has impacted her life. Join our facebook discussion:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/860034564153470 Foll...