Corgi Town USA

If you remember the films Don't Tell Mom The Babysitter's Dead and The Accidental Tourist, and you love corgis, then this episode is for you! After some research, we located Kim Barger: corg mom who bred Bud, the famous corgi in both films from the late 1980s! She tells us the story of how Bud the Movie Star corgi came about!    **EDIT** We mention Steve Coogan, it's actually KEITH Cooga...

In this episode, we interview Linsdey Hutslar about why health testing before breeding is important, preservation breeding is preferred, and what "well-bred" actually means. Lindsey is a vet tech who treats many dogs in a veterinary clinic and doesn't see many "well bred" pups. Part of this is because she believes that people aren't able to find the really good, responsible, breeders and explores...

Deanna Young, with Staying Alive, LLC, joins us this episode to educate us about Pet Safety & First Aid, and tell us about the CPR for Pets classes she teaches. Join us and learn about why she believes it is important that everyone learns these skills and hear some of her success stories that resulted from skills learned in her classes!    https://stayingalivellc.com/  #petsafet...

In this episode, we interview Terry Simons, founder of Clear Canine Cancer. He shares the story of losing his beloved heart dog to cancer and being inspired to start a foundation for research. Listen here to hear the stats, tips on what to look for, and how you can help!    Resources: https://clearcaninecancer.com/  https://petdx.com/  #caninecancer #clearcaninecancer #cancer #...

In this episode, we bring back Melissa Terzis of East Coast Corgi Rescue and ask for her unfiltered explanation of how things have happened this way. Our cherished rescue groups and shelters are experiencing more owner surrenders than they can handle across the nation. Many have had to stop accepting surrenders. Although not easy to hear, we wanted to share what is happening in the rescue world. W...

In this episode, we interview Caitlin Wolfe, owner of WolfePaw Training. She gives a new puppy training checklist, explains the process of emotions in a reactive or aggressive dog, and tells us what the deal really is with treat training.    https://www.wolfepawtraining.com/  #dogtraining #dogtrainer #reactivitytraining #newpuppy #corgitraining

In this episode we welcome back Tauni from Shade Out DM. Joining us, as well, Molli from Bubba's Buddies. Both of these organizations are fighting against DM in many ways. Shade Out DM supplies support to the DM community for pawrents facing the journey as well as educating on the prevention of the disease through testing before breeding. Bubba's Buddies raises funds for research and a cure. Join...

In this episode, Jessie Crystle of Crystle Studios shares her creative process with us. Her incredible artistic skills, patience, and expertise in the kitchen are applied to create awe-inspiring edible masterpieces. Creating custom pieces and portrait macaron cakes as part of her repertoire, she also tells us about our personal favorites: her corgi macarons!    #macaronart #macaron #baki...

In this episode, we interview Bridget Couban, author of the Four Little Corgi Books. She tells us about her corgi Poppy and Star Friends, how they are the inspiration for the books. Poppy has her own horse and the adventures are adapted and written by Ms. Couban who also illustrates them! These books are great for reading to your corgi or young child (we adults here at Corgi Town enjoy them too)....

In this season 3 premiere, Cat and Candie talk about what it means to be "dog people." If your dog rules your life, has a more robust social life than you and you wouldn't have it any other way, then you are speaking our language! The hosts kick off the season to discuss what it means to be a "dog person" or a "cat person" and how much having pets enrich our lives as humans. Cat also shares her st...

We are honored to welcome back Kelly McLemore, owner of Corgi Beach Day and the Corgi Nationals. Kelly shares with us special tips on how to get the most out of the event whether spectating or entering the race! Join us to learn more about the famous corgi races.    #corgiraces #corgievents #corginationals #corgination #corgimeetup  https://socalcorgibeachday.com/2022corginationals

In this season finale, we couldn't help but bring back Jeri of Three Corgis. Her first corgi, Hambone, lived to the age of 18! She tells us about his lifestyle, diet, and some of his adventures (and misadventures) along the way! Tune in to get some insight on what recipe makes a healthy and long living corgi (all of our dream). You will be hearing and epic story of a legendary corgo who had the be...

Jeri of Three Corgis comes back on our program to tell us the story of her corgi, Wolfgang, and his journey with lymphoma. She tells us what to look out for and details the treatment plan, including holistic and traditional Western medicine methods, he endured. We are happy to say that Wolfgang is 2 years in remission to date! This heartwarming story of healing is helpful to those who may be going...

In this episode, we talk to author Celia Ienko. She tells us about how she fell in love with corgis and how she got started writing. Her corgi, Emma, is her muse for her series, which includes The Dog and the Log, and soon: The Dog and the Mog. Tune in to hear about the book, Emma's naughty adventures, and where to purchase!  Buy here: https://www.amazon.com/Dog-Bog-Emma-Corgi-Books/dp/B09TF6...

We talk to Jeri, Corg mom of Instagram's Three Corgis. Spending much of her professional life in marketing, she shares with us how social media has changed. She also gives us great perspective on finding the "why" of your posting and explains her passion for working with creators. Tune in here for helpful insight!    https://www.threecorgis.com/  https://www.instagram.com/threecorgi...

In this episode, we talk to Mo about her dogsitting, dogwalking, and training business. Managing multiple dogs at a time, including several of her own, she has become quite experienced with behavior training. We ask her what approaches to take when tackling unwanted behaviors such as door darting and resource guarding. Join us here to learn more about working with reactive dogs and managing trigge...

In this episode, we interview author Jennifer Hawkins. She tells us about her artistic process. We also learn about all three (so far) books in the Chatty Corgi Mysteries: To Fetch A Felon, Murder Always Barks Twice, and A Cold Nose for Murder. Tune in to hear all about how she was inspired to write about a mystery solving, talking, corgi named Oliver!    To purchase series: https://www....

In this episode, we talk to Josie Rhoads about the Facebook Group: Corgi Secret Santa Gift Exchange. This group has gifts for dogs, cats, even horses! Available for purchase, the sale of these items go to help needful pawrents with vet bills. They even participate in Christmas in July! Tune in here to learn the group's history, upcoming milestone, and when to sign up!   https://www.facebook.c...

In this episode, we talk to Eric Bruce, accomplished agility trainer. We ask him how to get started if you want to start agility training with your corgi (or honorary corgi, of course). He tells us about a few facets involved, what to expect, what to consider when getting started, and what kind of dogs thrive with this activity. Join us and learn!    #agility #agilitytraining #corgisanda...

We sat down with our executive producer, Cat Napoli (Cohen) for a candid conversation about starting a business. Have a pet related business or thinking about starting one? Then, this episode is for you. Aside from being our fantastic producer, Cat is a business coach with many years of experience getting businesses off the ground and successfully operating. She gives us a great template for getti...

In this episode, Candie shares her story of Mortimer and the Sago Palm. Specifically, the Sago palm is an incredibly toxic plant to our dear furry friends. However, not many people are aware of its toxicity or what it even is. Tune in to hear the story of what occurred, learn about what steps to take if your pet ingested something potentially harmful and about a few other common house and yard pla...

We interview Jeff and Elizabeth from Tworgis about their corgi themed totes and bags. Waterproof and convertible to a cross body, backpack or handbag, you will find these items on your #need list. They share about some exciting upcoming patterns and products. Listen here to find out how they got started, and how their corgis Bubbles and Barley were part of their love story!   #corgiromance #c...

We interview Bob Ryan. He has a rescue corgi named Bagel who is a Disc Dog Champion! Tune in to hear some stories of glory. Bob also educates us on how to get started with Disc and Frisbee sports if you want to enjoy this activity with your pet, including which discs are best to get. He also explains how he keeps Bagel safe during routines with that famous corgi stature.   #CorgiFrisbeeD...

Do you love books about corgis? You will want to tune in to this episode in which Stephanie Caprini tells us all about her corgis: Ein and Faye, her inspiration for writing. She is gracious enough to share some of her favorite parts of the book. This is one you can read to your kids or even your pets! Join us to hear all about this corgi book, its author and her muses.    #corgibooks #co...

We interview Caitlin Whiteside. She details her work with caring for blind and deaf corgis. Sometimes a result of poor breeding practices (double merle breeding for example), these puppies need a lot of help navigating a scary world. Tune in to hear about her process of rehabilitating these babies and finding them homes!   #blindcorgis #deafcorgis #responsiblebreeding #rescuerehab