For the Love of Dog

An unexpected side effect of COVID-19 is a significant rise in dog bites particularly amongst children. Steve and Gary talk about the underlying causes. After the break, PJ and Steve talk about a recent poll and letting your pet sleep in the bed. New Road Foods makes fresh-baked, human-grade dog treats and ships them straight to your door. Visit https://newroadfoods.com/ and use promo code REDDOG1...

Whether or not to free feed your dog is a common question. Steve and Gary discuss their experiences and behavioral science related to the subject. After the break, Steve and PJ discuss the tragic results of a recent dog fight. New Road Foods makes fresh-baked, human-grade dog treats and ships them straight to your door. Visit https://newroadfoods.com/ and use promo code REDDOG15 at checkout for 15...

A curious pup can make bringing a new baby into the house worrisome. Steve and Gary talk about how to plan before bringing a baby into a home that already has a baby or vice versa. After the break, friend of The Little Red Dog, Lauren, asks Steve questions about the dog rescue and his thoughts on current events. New Road Foods makes fresh-baked, human-grade dog treats and ships them straight to yo...

HELP! My dog acts like the Tasmanian devil when people come over! Steve and Gary answer this and other questions. After the break, PJ quizzes Steve on some fun dog trivia. New Road Foods makes fresh-baked, human-grade dog treats and ships them straight to your door. Visit https://newroadfoods.com/ and use promo code REDDOG15 at checkout for 15% your order. For every order with our code, The Little...

IT IS HOT! Much of the west is experiencing a heatwave. Steve and Gary talk about keeping your dog safe and signs of heatstroke (white gums). Stay safe! New Road Foods makes fresh-baked, human-grade dog treats and ships them straight to your door. Visit https://newroadfoods.com/ and use promo code REDDOG15 at checkout for 15% off your order. For every order with our code, The Little Red Dog receiv...

Gary shares a story about a sneaky Border Collie named Rupert that tried to hide its bad behavior. After the break, Steve and PJ play a game of Would You Rather with some particularly difficult to answer questions. New Road Foods makes fresh-baked, human-grade dog treats and ships them straight to your door. Visit https://newroadfoods.com/ and use promo code REDDOG15 at checkout for 15% your order...

Steve and Gary answer live questions from Instagram including: How rough is too rough when training a dog? After the break, PJ joins to talk about some exciting dog adoptions and stats from The Little Red Dog and a tragic news story from Florida related to dispute over a purported dangerous dog. New Road Foods makes fresh-baked, human-grade dog treats and ships them straight to your door. Visit ht...

Steve and PJ describe their average week as co-founders of their dog rescue The Little Red Dog. After the break, they share the story of Buster, a pup that became part of their family after no one submitted any adoption applications. The Little Red Dog needs your support | Donate, adopt or foster at https://thelittlereddog.org/ | Subscribe and review For the Love of Dog | Follow us at instagram.co...

A listener asks what to do when their tiny dog keeps barking and getting in the face of much bigger dogs. The Little Red Dog needs your support | Donate, adopt or foster at https://thelittlereddog.org/ | Subscribe and review For the Love of Dog | Follow us at instagram.com/thelittlereddog to watch our LIVE recording and ask your questions | Like and subscribe to our weekly virtual adoption events...

There are many misconceptions about rescue pets floating around. The truth is that rescue dogs are just like any other dog and deserve a home! Also: Steve and PJ talk about the huge leaps and bounds The Little Red Dog has made in the The Little Red Dog needs your support | Donate, adopt or foster at https://thelittlereddog.org/ | Subscribe and review For the Love of Dog | Follow us at instagram.co...

Steve and Gary bravely answer the question: are cats or dogs better? The Little Red Dog needs your support | Donate, adopt or foster at https://thelittlereddog.org/ | Subscribe and review For the Love of Dog | Follow us at instagram.com/thelittlereddog to watch our LIVE recording and ask your questions | Like and subscribe to our weekly virtual adoption events https://bit.ly/3e2XDay On July 11th,...

What happens when a dog attacks its owner? Steve and PJ give their thoughts on a recent story about a dog owner that was attacked and killed by their pet. Major increases in dog adoptions might lead to major increases in pet surrenders after stay-at-home orders are lifted. Steve and PJ also discuss what to consider before you make the decision to adopt a dog. Please join us for a virtual adoption...

Steve and PJ discuss the controversy around a social media influencer that recently re-homed their adopted baby. The story rings close to home as rescue dog adopters will many times try to get The Little Red Dog to find a new home for a dog they have had for years. On July 11th, it's the humans' turn to play FETCH! It's the Telethon: Part Chew, our live fundraiser and scavenger hunt...

Steve and Gary describe drills that can help train dogs with hearing problems. Also, the guys talk about packing for a week long camping trip with your pet. BONUS: Gary recalls the time he dislocated his femur... Follow us at instagram.com/thelittlereddog to ask your dog behavior questions and watch our next live recording. On June 6th, it's the humans' turn to play FETCH! It's the...

Steve and Gary answer listener questions including, "Why does my dog act crazy on the leash but great at home?" Follow us at instagram.com/thelittlereddog to ask questions and watch our livestreams. Please join us for a virtual adoption event this Saturday on Facebook and YouTube Live! We'll be streaming live with dozens of adoptable dogs who are still looking for their forever home...

WE HAVE ONE DAY LEFT to get to our goal of $10,000 to be matched 100% by Kindest! Visit kindest.com/campaign/tlrd-telethon to make a donation and help us meet our goal. We also have tons of great silent auction items available at biddingowl.com/thelittlereddog. We can’t do this without you, and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Steve and PJ, still buzzing from their first-ever LIVE telet...

From our 4/12 Instagram Livestream: Steve and Gary answer your questions including what to do when you encounter a scary dog on a walk and what factors affect dog adoption applications. Follow us at instagram.com/thelittlereddog to be notified next time we go live! Please join us for a virtual adoption event this Saturday on Facebook and YouTube Live! We'll be streaming live with dozens of ad...

Amidst a continuous onslaught of stressful news, Steve and Gary ponder the positive changes that have resulted from the lockdown measures in place to prevent the spread of coronavirus. Please join us for a virtual adoption event this Saturday on Facebook and YouTube Live! We'll be streaming live with dozens of adoptable dogs who are still looking for their forever homes. Tune in to watch and...

Dog adoptions are way up, but shelters are not scrutinizing adoption applications as much as they usually do. Will there be a surge in pet surrenders when self-isolation ends? Steve and PJ discuss how their dog rescue has adapted amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and recent stay at home orders. Please join us for a virtual adoption event this Saturday on Facebook and YouTube Live! We'll be streami...

Steve and Gary explain resource guarding, a common dog behavior issue, and share some personal stories of violent dog reactions and injuries caused by resource guarding. Subscribe to For the Love of Dog for dog behavior and training tips as well as an inside look at running a non-profit dog rescue. Follow us at instagram.com/thelittlereddog to ask your dog behavior questions and watch our next liv...

Christine Smith talks with PJ about adopting the adorable pup Malibu and her journey from rescue to Instagram star. Malibu's story is full of ups and downs and a great lesson for anyone looking to rescue a pet. Visit www.etsy.com/shop/MalibusAdventureClub to buy one of Christine's bandanas. Funds from each bandana support rescue pets. Subscribe to For the Love of Dog for dog behavior and...

Today's dog behavior questions include: how to help my dog be less scared and how to introduce a new pup when you have one. Subscribe to For the Love of Dog for dog behavior and training tips as well as an inside look at running a non-profit dog rescue. Follow us at instagram.com/thelittlereddog to ask your dog behavior questions and watch our next live recording. Join us for a par-tee! The 3...

Liz Hueg, founder of local non-profit OC Shelter Partners, calls Steve and PJ to talk about how she helps people keep their pets when they feel like surrendering them to a shelter is their only option. Liz partnered with The Little Red Dog last month on a successful free spay and neuter clinic in Tustin. Subscribe to For the Love of Dog for dog behavior and training tips as well as an inside look...

A dog that won't do its business outside and a dog that won't stop attacking feet are among the listener questions answered by Steve and Gary during their Instagram Live Q&A. Follow us at instagram.com/thelittlereddog to ask your dog behavior questions and watch our next live recording. Join us for a par-tee! The 3rd Annual Putts For Paws golf tournament is coming April 23rd. To regi...

Steve and PJ discuss dog adoption applications, and, in the second half of the show, they debate a controversial, frequently asked question: do all dogs deserve to be saved? Join us for a par-tee! The 3rd Annual Putts For Paws golf tournament is coming April 23rd. To register or sponsor visit https://puttsforpaws2020.com/ . Support the show Donate, adopt, or foster at https://thelittlereddog.org/...