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The Dogs Were Good (again)

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The Dogs Were Good (again) is the only show brave enough to answer the question: were the dogs good this week? Join Matt Nelson of WeRateDogs as he identifies and discusses the best dogs from the week’s news, viral moments, and highlights from our increasingly massive database of good boys and girls. He is uniquely qualified to say things like "wow that's a good dog" or "[unintelligible squealing due to cute dog]." Follow the show! https://www.instagram.com/thedogsweregoodagain/ WeRateDogs: https://www.instagram.com/weratedogs/ https://www.tiktok.com/@weratedogs Matt: https://www.instagram.com...

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Is Javier Upset With Me? | The Dogs Were Good (again) | Ep. 70 09.07.2026 1:14:45

This week Matt and Jess are answering one of the big questions we dog owners have, do our pets think we are abandoning them when we leave the house? To dive deep, we’ve enlisted the help of Dog Separation Anxiety Expert, Malena DeMartini. Plus we’re joined by another adoptable special guest, Lilac! More Malena DeMartini https://malenademartini.com/about/meet-malena/ https://www.instagram.com/malen...

Testing The Limits Of A Dog Psychic | The Dogs Were Good (again) | Ep. 69 02.07.2026 1:14:06

This week Matt and Jess welcome animal communicator Elizabeth Baudhuin to the show! They're also joined with another adoptable special guest, Khaleesi. More Elizabeth Baudhuin https://www.elizabethlistenstoanimals.com/ New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dogs-were-go...

She Spent 20 Years With Sled Dogs. Then She Had to Say Goodbye. | The Dogs Were Good (again) | Ep. 68 25.06.2026 1:00:50

This week Blair Braverman joins Matt to talk about her life as a professional dog musher, racing, and living her life with a pack of dogs. More Blair Braverman https://www.blairbraverman.com/ https://www.instagram.com/Blair_Braverman/ New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/...

Cops STILL Can't Stop Killing Dogs 18.06.2026 37:56

This week Matt discusses the story of a bernedoodle named Jameson who was shot by the LAPD last week. Gofundme for Jameson's Family https://www.gofundme.com/f/justice-for-jameson-help-us-honor-his-memory New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dogs-were-good-again/id1800...

Why Senior Dogs are the Best Dogs | The Dogs Were Good (again) | Ep. 66 11.06.2026 1:01:46

It's senior week! Matt and Jess are joined by Kristin Hoff from Muttville Senior Dog Rescue to talk about the benefits of adopting senior pups. We're also joined in studio with another adoptable special guest, 10 year old Jimmy! Learn More About Muttville: https://muttville.org/ New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Pod...

The End Of Greyhound Racing is Near | The Dogs Were Good (again) | Ep. 65 04.06.2026 56:24

It's all about speed this week! Matt and Jess break down the fastest dogs and interview Carey Thiel who is the co-founder and executive director of GREY2K USA Worldwide, a nonprofit that has spent decades lobbying to end greyhound racing over animal welfare concerns. And as always we're joined in studio with our special adoptable guest, Sharon! Sign up for Best Western Rewards using our link and y...

I Have To Talk About This Guy | The Dogs Were Good (again) | Ep. 64 28.05.2026 31:39

Matt is back from Europe and has a lot on his mind including the Los Angeles mayoral race. Plus we’re once again joined by WeRateDogs CEO, Javier! New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dogs-were-good-again/id1800125192 Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin Chapters 00:00 | Intr...

We Found Out What Music Dogs Actually Like | The Dogs Were Good (again) | Ep. 63 21.05.2026 54:01

This week it's all songs about dogs and even a couple dogs who make their own songs! Plus Matt Hobbs from Puppy Songs calls in to talk about the fascinating music making process! And of course we are joined by Phyllis, our adoptable special guest! New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.co...

What Happens When Dogs Go Years Without Grooming? | The Dogs Were Good (again) | Ep. 62 14.05.2026 53:22

This week it's all about dog grooming and who better than our very own Jess Rona to take us through the nuances of her profession! New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dogs-were-good-again/id1800125192 Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin Chapters 00:00 | Intro 00:55 | Our Ad...

Meet The Woman Who Made WeRateDogs Possible | The Dogs Were Good (again) | Ep. 61 07.05.2026 47:06

Matt is joined with his mother Barbara on this Mother’s Day special episode! New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dogs-were-good-again/id1800125192 Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin Chapters 00:00 | Intro 00:27 | Our Adoptable Special Guest Cider 03:15 | Matt’s Mom! 34:43...

She Read Javier's Birth Chart! | The Dogs Were Good (again) | Ep. 60 30.04.2026 1:01:10

Today Matt is joined by creator of the pet astrology app Pawsigns, Molly Vasicek! More Molly! https://www.instagram.com/mollymooose/ https://www.pawsigns.com/ Prince Lionel's Astrology Chart https://pawsignsapp.com/prince-hit-adopt New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the...

He Turned Our Adoptable Dog Into a D&D Character | The Dogs Were Good (again) | Ep. 59 23.04.2026 1:13:50

Today Matt is joined by executive goth and founding member of Critical Role, Taliesin Jaffe! From goth dogs to wacky dye jobs, this episode is packed with fantasy and adventure! Plus they’re joined in studio with our adoptable special guest Kiki Cupcake! More Taliesin Jaffe! https://www.instagram.com/executivegoth https://www.youtube.com/@TheWeirdKidsPod New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https...

How Guide Dogs Changed America | The Dogs Were Good (again) | Ep. 58 16.04.2026 1:08:55

National Guide Dog Day is coming up so today is all about our helpful working dog friends! Joining us in the studio is Eugene Kim and his guide dog Opal. Along with super trainer Sean Chiles from Guide Dogs of America. Check them out and find out how you can help support Guide Dogs Of America: https://www.guidedogsofamerica.org/ https://www.facebook.com/GuideDogsofAmerica/ https://x.com/GuideDogsG...

Meet the Dogs Helping Children Put Away Their Predators | The Dogs Were Good (again) | Ep. 57 09.04.2026 49:27

This week Matt does a deep dive on one of the most important dog jobs there are, Courthouse Dogs! Plus an interview with the founder of the Courthouse Dogs Foundation Dr. Celeste Walsen. And of course we are joined with another adoptable special guest, Robin! New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podca...

The Dogs Were BAD This Week | The Dogs Were Bad This Week | Ep. 56 02.04.2026 47:12

We are saddened to report that the dogs, were in fact, not good this week. :( New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dogs-were-good-again/id1800125192 Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin Chapters 00:00 | Intro 01:16 | Our Adoptable Special Guest Jada! 05:32 | Pupdates About Pr...

One Of The Craziest Dog Rescue Stories Ever! | The Dogs Were Good (again) | Ep. 55 26.03.2026 31:30

It was a big dog news week and Matt is here to fill you in! New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dogs-were-good-again/id1800125192 Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin Chapters 00:00 | Intro 00:28 | Our Special Adoptable Guest Lady! 02:48 | Seven Stolen Dogs In China 05:25 |...

My Favorite Puppies! | The Dogs Were Good (again) |Ep. 54 19.03.2026 45:35

It's our National Puppy Day episode so today is all about...you guessed it, PUPPIES! New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dogs-were-good-again/id1800125192 Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin Chapters 00:00 | Intro 01:02 | Javier's First Plane Flight 05:44 | Puppy Disclaimer...

Meet the Most Famous Dogs in College Sports | The Dogs Were Good (again) |Ep. 53 12.03.2026 52:01

It’s episode 53! Matt and Jess are tackling the 16 college mascot dogs! We even get to talk to a couple of them before we square off in a March Madness style bracket competition! Who will win?? New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dogs-were-good-again/id1800125192 Int...

Everything You Need To Know About 3 Legged Dogs | The Dogs Were Good (again) | Ep. 52 05.03.2026 50:37

It’s episode 52! This week is all about our special 3-legged friends! Matt welcomes special adoptable guest Champ before interviewing his surgeon Dr. Williams from the California Animal Rehabilitation & Emergency Surgery (CARES)! Then it's an interview with Rene and Jim, founders of the Tripawds Foundation! Champ's Story: https://youtu.be/-IW8toydgqI?si=3glSRuObHUsNReEv California Animal Rehabilit...

Photographer Replaces Shelter Pics With Professional Photos | The Dogs Were Good (again) | Ep. 51 26.02.2026 51:09

It’s episode 51! Matt and Jess welcome special adoptable guest Dakota before getting into this week’s stories that include a photographer that takes professional photos to help shelter dogs get adopted and a FedEx driver’s special relationship with the dogs on his route! New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: h...

A.I. Dog Content Is Here And It's Bad | The Dogs Were Good (again) | Ep. 50 19.02.2026 43:11

It’s episode 50! We have an update on all our adoptable special guests so far! Plus Matt gives you tips on how to recognize and avoid A.I. slop that invades your algorithm! New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dogs-were-good-again/id1800125192 Intro song by @HoveyBenj...

Valentine's Dogs With My Fiancée | The Dogs Were Good (again) | Ep. 49 12.02.2026 55:50

Matt's fiancée Taylor visits the podcast on a very special Valentine's Day episode! Plus they're joined with today's special adoptable guest, Yogi! New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dogs-were-good-again/id1800125192 Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin Chapters 00:00 - Int...

This Dog Is The Mayor Of His Town | The Dogs Were Good (again) | Ep. 48 05.02.2026 45:11

An episode dedicated to the dogs serving their communities as mayor! Plus we're joined in studio with Mayor Max of Idyllwild California! New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dogs-were-good-again/id1800125192 Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin Thanks to Mayor Max! https://ww...

The Most Famous Dog Actors | The Dogs Were Good (again) | Ep. 47 29.01.2026 56:53

Famous dog actors of the small and big screen this week! Including an exclusive interview with the award winning star of the movie Good Boy, Indy, and his humans, Ben and Kari. New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dogs-were-good-again/id1800125192 Intro song by @Hovey...

The Murder of Renee Nicole Good | The Dogs Were Good (again) | Ep. 46 15.01.2026 53:41

Just needed to take this week to talk about things that are important to me. New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dogs-were-good-again/id1800125192 Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin Chapters 00:00 | Intro 01:12 | Our Adoptable Special Guest Tiger Lily 07:22 | Renee Nicole...