Dog Friendly KW Podcast

Dogs are such wonderful animals but how much do we really know about our perfect pups? On this episode, Justine and Kenz dive deep into some of the many amazing facts about dogs. They also do a "wet and wild" themed lightening round to celebrate summer fun!

It's time for the Lightening Round (pew, pew, pew, PEEEWW)! In this clip, local travel expert Juanita Metzger shares her DEFINITIVE opinions on the best KW dog outing, her favourite local coffee spot, and region's best urban park.

In this clip of the Dog Friendly KW podcast, Juanita Metzger tells Justine and Kenz all about her experience with Hyperlocal travel. She first explains what the concept is and then delves into why it's becoming so popular here in Canada and around the world.

In this clip, Justine and Kenz ask local travel expert Juanita Metzger about why hyperlocal travel is important in today's society and why it makes sense for dog owners and for local businesses looking to attract a pet tourism clientele.

Having awesome adventures with your pup doesn't have to involve lots of travel. In fact, sometimes the perfect pooch paradise can be found right in your own backyard. In this spirit, Justine and Kenz chat with hyperlocal travel expert Juanita Metzger of KW's Stroll Walking Tours. They discuss great, dog-friendly places in Waterloo Region and talk about why it's sometimes better to keep your dog a...

Justine and Kenz welcome Owen Fleming, owner of the one-of-a-kind local pet store Terrible Toby's. Owen talks about why he started the store, how it has grown, and why he wants shopping at Terrible Toby's to be the best dog experience in the country. Owen also answers some spicy questions in the lightening round including whether he recommends feeding dogs kibble or raw.

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There's nothing worse than being in a relationship with no boundaries, whether we're talkin' partner, pal, or pooch. Setting clear rules and reasonable boundaries will help your dog know who's in charge and how they're expected to behave. Today on the DFKW podcast, Justine and Kenz talk all about the boundaries and rules they've set for their dogs and how these rules have helped in their pup raisi...

Justine and Kenz tackle the ins and outs of one hottest topics in pup-raising: how to choose the right daycare for your precious pooch. They discuss what questions to ask, what to look for, and how to identify red flags in prospective canine caregivers.

For the first time EVER, Justine and Mackenzie are broadcasting live from a Dog Friendly KW event! The premiere of season 5 was recorded at the DFKW Spring Into Summer Pooch Party on Gaukel St. in downtown Kitchener and features interviews with local vendors, artisans, and attendees. It also features a brush-up on "petiquette", stories from the party, and, of course, much barking from the four leg...

Season 4 is coming to a close and, as per tradition, it's time for Justine and Kenz to take questions from the local Dog Friendly KW community! In this edition of the Q&A, they tackle hard-hitting questions on the how to interact with off-leash dogs, what's a great pup-friendly out-of-town destination, and what makes the DFKW community so awesome (hint: it's not just the dogs!) They also spill...

Justine and Kenz share their advice for springtime trails, shopping, and dog friendly activities in Kitchener-Waterloo. The also crack open their calendars for another round of "Desktop Dog Trivia".

Back by popular demand, Justine and Mackenzie are setting the record straight with a new batch of dog conspiracies. In this episode they tackle whether dog saliva can heal wounds, are "dog years" are actually a thing, can dogs feel guilt, and more! They also share their favourite spring-themed dogventures in a brand new "Lightning Round".

In this episode, Justine and Mackenzie are joined by local dog foster parents Dani Lindamood and Heather Huffman who pull back the curtain on incredible and rewarding experience of fostering pups. Both Heather and Dani foster through local rescue company "Pound Dog Rescue" together they explain the fostering process, what new foster parents should expect, and also how you can make dog fostering a...

Kenz and Justine welcome a new (dog) friendly guest for this episode of the podcast: Maria Santamaria, creator of the super popular "Dog Owners of KW" Facebook group! Maria chats about what it was like to grow a page from 0 members to over 5000, how she handles spicy dog discussions in the group, and what her goals are post-pandemic. She also answers some divisive canine queries during a round of...

This week, Justine and Kenz are talking emergency preparedness and how to make sure dog owners can be ready for anything. Through fires, floods, or evacuations, or conflicts, the world is becoming an increasingly volatile place and it's important that dog owners have the right tools and skills to help their pups manage a sudden emergency. This episode is dedicated to the Ukrainian people who have...

Kenz and Justine are feeling playful in this episode of the DFKW Podcast. They dive into the many styles of canine play and explain how learning your dog's play style can help you develop a deeper and more meaningful relationship. They also give some advice for multi-dog families on which play styles are complimentary and which are recipes for dogsaster! 

Justine and Mackenzie are back for part two in their series about choosing the right breeder for your new puppy. In this episode, Kenz drops knowledge on how to identify reputable and ethical breeders and, most importantly, how to spot red flags that could mean a breeder is not worth your business. Also, "Willa or Wontcha" makes its return with some brand new sound effects and spicy takes.

Selecting a dog breeder can be one of the most difficult tasks for new pup-parents to navigate. Where do you start? What do you ask? And most importantly, how can you spot red flags that might mean you're dealing with an unethical dog seller? In this episode, Justine and Kenz demystify dog breeding and give a one-stop guide to selecting the best breeder for your next puppy. They also unveil the se...

It's all about pup safety this week as Justine and Mackenzie welcome Lesley Zehr of Mended Mutts to the podcast. Lesley shares information about her career, the first aid courses offered by Mended Mutts, and gives some helpful safety tips for pup-parents. She also shares her essential items for creating a dog-ready first aid kit and participates in the first ever "Kibbles and Bits" segment. Woof!...

Justine and Mackenzie kick it off the fourth season of DFKW Podcast with a bang, talking about the many things their dogs have taught them in this past year. They also look ahead and make some (S.M.A.R.T.) goals for their dogs in 2022, reveal the Celebrity Pup of the Week, and play the first ever round of "Desktop Dog Trivia"!

In the final episode of season 3, Justine and Mackenzie take questions from the Dog Friendly KW community. They offer hot takes on raw food diets, retractable leashes, and even give some sound relationship advice for a new couple having doggy difficulties. All this and more as we wrap up season three of the DFKW podcast! 

Deck the DOGS with boughs of holly! It's that time of year again and the DFKW podcast is digging out the mistletoe, holiday themed dogwear, and sleigh-bell sound effects. In this episode, Justine and Kenz open up about their favourite dog-friendly Christmas activities and reveal with what goodies they'll be spoiling their pups. A bedazzled holiday themed lightening round gets Kenz to share her fav...

Justine and Mackenzie welcome Taylor McDonald to the podcast. Taylor is the creator "Bindi's Bucket List" pages which have over 50,000 Instagram followers and more than 2 million likes on TikTok. Taylor brings with her a wealth of experience in canine enrichment activities and she discusses how simple games, activities, and experiences can elevate your dog's days to a new level. She also shares so...