Animal Tales

I certainly hope you’ve been missing my podcasts! I’ve taken a little hiatus to do some actual horse training, time with the family, some health issues, and a new grandchild! As I get back on track, I wanted this new episode to dive into some critical issues surrounding how mainstream media and vocal social media […] The post Animal Tales EPISODE 44: “Fake News” What to Bel...

One of the most popular podcast episodes was a chat with Clinton Anderson, founder of Downunder Horsemanship who talked about horse training with Heidi. The original air date was May 2023, and Clinton certainly tells it like it is! Training our horses is vital to their well-being for life, and Clinton created The Method which, […] The post Animal Tales EPISODE 43: Horse Sense with Clinton An...

And even more importantly, WHY? The most loving and responsible thing you can do for your dog is make sure they are trained well with a solid foundation. Not only will you and your family get more enjoyment and dependability out of your animal, the dog will also be more comfortable, less anxious and/or aggressive. […] The post Doggone Good Information EPISODE 33: Breaking Down Dog Training;...

We LOVE Elephants! These amazing creatures truly hold a special place in our hearts, yet are too often the focus of misguided attention and intense emotion. As I was privileged to grow up with elephants and interact with them throughout my life, I do understand why people are enamored with them. Unfortunately, there is so […] The post Animal Tales EPISODE 42: Everything Elephants! appeared f...

This episode originally aired in March of 2023, and the information and insights shared and still highly relevant, and therefore worthy of revisiting. While the slogan ‘Adopt Don’t Shop’ may sound positive, it is actually more harmful than helpful to not only the animals, but also good folks who are searching for the right dog […] The post Doggone Good Information EPISODE 32: What You Need t...

Host Heidi welcomes Dr. Mike Siemens, the Executive Director of Protect the Harvest (PTH), for a robust and fascinating interview on a range of topics to include… Biden’s 30×30 agenda intended to turn valuable farm and ranch land into conservation areas The potential impact to all of us on the proposed slaughter closure in Colorado […] The post Animal Tales EPISODE 41: Protecting Our Am...

Hosts Heidi and Tommy are joined by a guest from Down Under, Gary ‘Gaz’ Jackson, who is a world renowned dog trainer and author. Gaz does not mince words about his distaste for the so-called ‘trainers’ who claim to use positive reinforcement only and/or call themselves ‘force free’. There is in fact no scientific training […] The post Doggone Good Information EPISODE 31: The ‘Positive Reinfo...

Be sure to tune in for a great conversation with Mike Bober, President/CEO of the Pet Advocacy Network. Mike discusses the role of his organization within the pet industry and how they are always in search of solutions to issues, while providing important resources, education and support for pet owners. Heidi and Mike have a […] The post Animal Tales EPISODE 40: ‘Caring About’ VS ‘Caring For...

This subject matter is the primary reason I launched the Doggone Good Information podcast! This is the ultimate cover up! Every single day there is strong messaging via commercials, media, social media ads and more that we must go adopt a shelter dog. And every day, there are more municipalities and even states considering and […] The post Doggone Good Information EPISODE 30: Local Strays or...

An important and informative conversation with Sarah Falen Tate, a self-described ‘ranch kid’ who hails from six generations of Wyoming ranchers. Through her company, Wild West Advocacy, she shares authentic stories about rural life, ranching, and agriculture, drawing from her own and her family’s experiences. This engaging discussion covers topics like Biden’s 30×30 land conservation [&#8230...

Hosts Heidi and Tommy take a deep dive into the recent news about a horse trainer who has several Olympic medals, and was recently disqualified from the Paris games for animal abuse when a video surfaced recently of her working with a horse. Tune in to hear our take on the issue. Our guest is […] The post Doggone Good Information EPISODE 29: Olympic Trainer Scandal/ Best Selling Author of “D...

A fun and insightful conversation with animal trainer Lee Stevens. He has worked with a variety of species including dogs, primates, sea lions, and more. He provides an interesting, first-hand perspective regarding how the training method can differ by species, and yet many training principles remain the same. Lee, along with his wife Judy, created […] The post Animal Tales EPISODE 38: Baboo...

Hosts Heidi and Tommy revisit the reason they started this podcast and why they believe it is important. While there are several other podcasts about pets, training, etc., they feel there is an open lane to discuss the tough topics and realities of dogs and their humans, and the varying philosophies surrounding having a pet […] The post Doggone Good Information EPISODE 28: Are You Ready For...

With well over 90% of Americans being urbanites, it should not be surprising that there is more misinformation than ever about agriculture, livestock, farmers and ranchers. Mainstream media and social media influencers continue to jump on this bandwagon of insisting that animal protein and dairy is bad for us, that cows are bad for the […] The post Animal Tales EPISODE 37: Agriculture: Fact...

Animal euthanasia is a complicated topic and evokes strong emotions. As one of the goals of the podcast for hosts Heidi and Tommy is to take a deep dive into difficult and controversial topics regarding dogs, they decided this uncomfortable topic is certainly worthy of discussion. While many groups online are devoted to ‘no kill’ […] The post Doggone Good Information EPISODE 27: Euthanasia –...

The American mustang is a living legend; an American icon and true native American. The wild horses of America illicit a strong emotional response from people, and for many they symbolize freedom. Diane Delano fell in love with American mustangs over 40 years ago. For decades she has operated a non-profit, the wild horse rescue […] The post Animal Tales EPISODE 36: The Wild Horses of America...

A fun interview with Cindy Herriott Wells who happens to be Host Heidi’s sister. Cindy provides some amusing stories from her dog grooming business. She also talks about training dogs for performances, noting that the basic training and routines can be mastered in a matter of months. At that point, she notes, it is time […] The post Doggone Good Information EPISODE 26: All In The Family – Do...

Guest Emilie Clark reached out after listening to a prior Animal Tales episode to relay her story about how her dog was stolen by a rescue. She also dives into the research she has undertaken regarding dogs at auctions bought by rescues and shelters for resale. As a California resident, she saw firsthand how the […] The post Animal Tales EPISODE 35: The Journey From Animal Rights to Animal W...

Guest Tanya McCready shares the fascinating story of life with her family and their sled dogs in scenic and beautiful Canada. She smiles as she recounts how getting a pet Husky decades ago led to an amazing journey of ups and downs. She provides vivid descriptions for Hosts Heidi and Tommy of life on the […] The post Doggone Good Information EPISODE 25: Winterdance Sled Dogs appeared first o...

Nancy Tetzlaff, AKA Safari Jane reminisces on life with her family and their animals. Jungle Larry, her husband and partner, built a legacy with their animals and their sons that continues today. Nancy fondly recalls stories with the animals, and also talks conservation, and being a forerunner in the ‘edutainment’ world. Listen in to enjoy […] The post Animal Tales EPISODE 34: “There’s A Jag...

Hank Wong, former police officer turned dog trainer provides a peek into the training of these amazing working dogs. From scent work, to apprehending criminals, these dogs and their human partners providing invaluable assistance to our communities! Also, the Biden’s German shepherd is in the news again. His incident numbers are now in the double […] The post Doggone Good Information EPISODE...

Cindy Schonholtz, pro rodeo consultant, chats with Heidi about animal welfare, public perception, and where things stand today with attempts to ban rodeos in certain states and municipalities. You will hear often on the podcast, this outcry for outright bans does NOT overwhelmingly come from those who attend and/or participate in rodeos or other animal […] The post Animal Tales EPISODE 33: T...

While you don’t hear this perspective in the media or popular narrative, there are still plenty of people who prefer the choice to buy a puppy at a reputable breeder or pet store. Dan Cohn, is the Owner and President of Sunshine Puppies with several stores in the Tampa Bay area. He chats with hosts […] The post Doggone Good Information EPISODE 23: Puppy Love! appeared first on Radio Influenc...

Host Heidi chats with race horse owner and author Miles Henry. They take a peek behind the barn doors to talk about the horses and people involved in racing, and horse care in general. Where the horses are sourced, how they are trained, and how and when they are retired. Step in the starting gate […] The post Animal Tales EPISODE 32: “And They’re Off!” Talking Horse Racing with Miles Henry a...

Chris Fleming, the CEO of Pinnacle Pet talks with hosts Heidi and Tommy about how his company, Pinnacle Pet provides strict protocols for breeders who raise puppies, and the Canine Care Breeder Certification program from Purdue University. Their lively and informative conversation also turns to shelters, imported puppies, and the problem with the ‘adopt don’t […] The post Doggone Good Inform...