Dog Friendly KW Podcast

In this important episode, Mackenzie and Justine are joined by Dr. Lesley Steele, a Canadian veterinarian representative at NOMV (Not One More Vet). She talks about the mission of the organization and how it works to combat the troublingly high rate of suicides among members of the veterinary profession. Dr. Steele also shares some common of the reasons vets can struggle with their mental health a...

Today on the podcast, Justine and MacKenzie are joined by Jacquline Watty and Calla James from the KW Humane Society. Together, they discuss how their organization is working to protect domestic animals in Kitchener-Waterloo and how their programs can make life a little more affordable for local pet owners. They also go through a quickfire "lightening round" which does NOT include the question "Wh...

Written and Produced by Justine Sparling and Mackenzie Drinkwater.  Engineering, Audio Production, and Publishing by Matthew Rappolt. Follow Dog Friendly KW on Instagram: @DogFriendlyKW Follow Midtown Radio on Instagram: @MidtownRadioKW Originally Aired: Saturday, November 13, 2021 on Midtown Radio KW (www.midtownradio.ca) DFKW Theme Music: "The Boat" by I, the Mountain (www.facebook.com/ithemount...

Written and Produced by Justine Sparling and Mackenzie Drinkwater.  Engineering, Audio Production, and Publishing by Matthew Rappolt. Follow Dog Friendly KW on Instagram: @DogFriendlyKW Follow Midtown Radio on Instagram: @MidtownRadioKW Originally Aired: Saturday, November 6, 2021 on Midtown Radio KW (www.midtownradio.ca) DFKW Theme Music: "The Boat" by I, the Mountain (www.facebook.com/ithemounta...

Written and Produced by Justine Sparling and Mackenzie Drinkwater.  Engineering, Audio Production, and Publishing by Matthew Rappolt. Follow Dog Friendly KW on Instagram: @DogFriendlyKW Follow Midtown Radio on Instagram: @MidtownRadioKW Originally Aired: Saturday, Saturday October 30, 2021 on Midtown Radio KW (www.midtownradio.ca) DFKW Theme Music: "The Boat" by I, the Mountain (www.facebook.com/i...

Written and Produced by Justine Sparling and Mackenzie Drinkwater.  Engineering, Audio Production, and Publishing by Matthew Rappolt. Follow Dog Friendly KW on Instagram: @DogFriendlyKW Follow Midtown Radio on Instagram: @MidtownRadioKW Originally Aired: Saturday, Saturday October 23, 2021 on Midtown Radio KW (www.midtownradio.ca) DFKW Theme Music: "The Boat" by I, the Mountain (www.facebook.com/i...

Written and Produced by Justine Sparling and Mackenzie Drinkwater.  Engineering, Audio Production, and Publishing by Matthew Rappolt. Follow Dog Friendly KW on Instagram: @DogFriendlyKW Follow Midtown Radio on Instagram: @MidtownRadioKW Originally Aired: Saturday, Saturday, October 2, 2021 on Midtown Radio KW (www.midtownradio.ca) DFKW Theme Music: "The Boat" by I, the Mountain (www.facebook.com/i...

Fall is finally here! The leaves are changing, school is back, and Kitchener-Waterloo is practically oozing pumpkin spice. It's not just hipsters and Starbucks lovers who are falling for the season, though; fall is actually the perfect time for dog owners to get out-and-about with their pups. In this episode, Justine and Mackenzie round up the best dog-friendly autumn adventures: from apple pickin...

In the final episode of Season 2, Justine and Mackenzie answer Instagram questions from local KW dog owners. They share their controversial feelings on dog parks, explain the best ways to prevent a lost dog, and offer recommendations for treats and trips. Producer Matt also joins the show to host the final segment of "Willa or Wontcha?" for the season.

Written and Produced by Justine Sparling and Mackenzie Drinkwater. Engineering, Audio Production, and Publishing by Matthew Rappolt. Follow Dog Friendly KW on Instagram: @DogFriendlyKW Follow Midtown Radio on Instagram: @MidtownRadioKW Originally Aired: Saturday, Saturday July 10, 2021 on Midtown Radio KW (www.midtownradio.ca) DFKW Theme Music: "The Boat" by I, the Mountain (www.facebook.com/ithem...

Written and Produced by Justine Sparling and Mackenzie Drinkwater. Engineering, Audio Production, and Publishing by Matthew Rappolt. Follow Dog Friendly KW on Instagram: @DogFriendlyKW Follow Midtown Radio on Instagram: @MidtownRadioKW Originally Aired: Saturday, Saturday July 3, 2021 on Midtown Radio KW (www.midtownradio.ca) DFKW Theme Music: "The Boat" by I, the Mountain (www.facebook.com/ithemo...

Things get a little more serious on today's episode as Justine and Kenz are joined by Christine Hillis (@Seeing_Through_the_Label), a KW social worker and grief counsellor, for a chat about how to handle the loss of a beloved dog. Christine shares her tips for coping with grief, including the right way to support someone who is grieving, and she also also gives her take on the difficult question o...

In this episode, Justine and Kenz welcome the founders of GTA dog rescue organization "Save Our Scruff"! Laura and Jenna Bye talk about the opportunities and challenges they faced starting the international dog rescue organization seven years ago and how it has shaped understanding of dog raising. They also share their tips for potential adopters, debunk some of the myths around rescuing, and shar...

The official DFKW business and community guide will be released on June 1, 2021. So on this episode Kenz and Justine preview what can be found in this exciting new resource for local dog owners. They describe how the it came together and preview the restaurants, services, and amenities that will be featured in the guide. Then Producer Matt comes out of the shadows for the inaugural segment of "Wil...

Camping season is almost upon us and the DFKW crew is looking forward to packing /p/up and getting out to explore the great outdoors! As veteran dog-friendly campers, Kenz and Justine share their best planning tips for successful dog friendly excursions. From the differences between front and back country camping, to building a pup inspired first-aid, to Kenz's illuminating thoughts on the importa...

On this episode, Justine and Mackenzie are joined by urban wildlife expert Heather Kerrison to discuss how dog-parents can co-exist with the wildlife that exists around Kitchener-Waterloo and across Ontario. Heather dispels some of the myths about coyote dangers, details what to if your dog meets a skunk, and reveals the one local animal dog-owners can cause dog-owners serious grief. She also reve...

In this episode, Justine and Mackenzie help you keep your pup safe at home. They dive into some of the perils that might be lurking in your pantry and the dangers your dog could find in the dining room. They also provide some helpful advice for what to do if your dog gets into anything it shouldn't. This week's celebrity pup of the week is also revealed and Mackenzie's dog Willa drops by for an un...

Justine and Mackenzie welcome Sarah Robertson-Barnes, owner and creator of "Sustainable in the Suburbs" blog and instagram, to discuss how dog owners can minimize their environmental pawprint. Sarah gives her best advice for waste-free treats and toys, discusses the pitfalls of starting to live low-waste, and, of course, she also introduces Jazz, her adopted four-legged furbaby.  Produced by Justi...

Things are getting steamy on Dog Friendly KW as Justine and Mackenzie reveal the "five languages of love"... for your dogs. They discuss the how understanding your dog's "love language" can help you build a stronger, more meaningful relationship and Justine lets slip a little secret about her how love language. They also dive into pup-friendly pandemic outings in a lightening round and reveal the...

Justine and Mackenzie bust out their personal Dog Friendly Yellow Pages for the first episode of season 2 and give their recommendations for the best pup-centred businesses in Waterloo region. They touch on all the necessities with training, boarding, food, photography, restaurants and more! Produced by Justine Sparling and Mackenzie Drinkwater. Engineering and Audio Production by Matthew Rappolt....

On the final episode of season one, Justine and Mackenzie tackle audience submitted questions including where to find trails in Waterloo Region, how to make the most of your trip to the dog park, and where to pick up the cutest outfits in dog fashion. They also share recap their favourite moments of the past 13 episodes of in a lightening round and showcase two adorable local pups in the Celebrity...

Your home is the most important thing in your life... after your dog, of course! This week Justine and Mackenzie welcome Waterloo Region real estate expert Tyler Jaques to the podcast. As a local realtor, landlord, and (of course) dog-owner, Tyler walks us through the need-to-know of purchasing or renting a home when you've got a pup to think about. He also gives some great advice on what to look...

The phrase "adopt don't shop" seems to have the whole dog community hot under the collar! On this week's episode, Justine and Mackenzie dig deeper into this controversy and weigh in with opinions from both ends of the spectrum. Mackenzie shares her experience buying her two pure-bred Iggies (@littledears) from reputable breeders while Justine explains the pros and cons she found while adopting her...

This week Justine and Mackenzie tackle the challenges of indoor dog-friendly activities. They talk about the best toys and games to stimulate your pup inside. They also debut a brand new quickfire segment, crown this week's "Celebrity Pup of the Week", and deal with an unexpected appearance by Justine's dog, @ManitobaMarshall. Hosted and Produced by Justine Sparling and Mackenzie Drinkwater. Engin...

In this week's episode, Justine and Mackenzie welcome Lili Romeo (from @LeaderOfThePackKW) as the inaugural DFKW guest. Lili reveals her strategies for training and keeping a zen pup, discusses the importance of understanding dog psychology, shares what she learned from her time with world-famous dog trainer Caesar Millan. She also helps Justine and Mackenzie reveal this week's "Celebrity Pup of t...