The Podcast for Dog People by Pawsome University

On this episode we coin The Christmas Puppy Effect and what it means for your local rescues. And then we proceed to have a full on rant session - a must listen! Season's Greetings! Would you join us for a LIVE podcast on Twitch? tweet us what you think! @PawsomePodcast ------------------------------------ PU Podcast Episode Guide https://www.pawsomeuniversity.com/podcastguide.html -----------...

PU Podcast LIVE!! We recorded this episode live on our Facebook. We answered questions and talked with listeners. Join us on the next one, follow -> https://www.facebook.com/pawsomeuniversity ------------------------------------ PU Podcast Episode Guide https://www.pawsomeuniversity.com/podcastguide.html ------------------------------------ Adopt Tasha https://www. PawsomeUniversity.com/AdoptTa...

Today we are joined by our friend Sophie Gamand, the artist behind Wet Dog and Pitbull Flower Power. Sophie is one of the most influential figures in animal welfare and joined us to discuss the state of Animal Welfare in 2020, the challenges that our shelters still face and what we all can do to improve the lives of all he dogs in our community. ----------------------------------------------------...

John & Jaime discuss the ins and outs of fostering dogs! Including tips & tricks to future foster parents.  -------------------------------------------------------- Meet Tasha https://www. PawsomeUniversity.com/AdoptTasha ------------------------------------ Pet Finder https://www.petfinder.com/ ------------------------------------ Buy us a coffee & support our show! https://www.buymea...

Dr. Susan Davis, PT, answers all our Companion Animal Physical Therapy questions and offers tips to extend your dog's health span, and help them live a long and active life! -------------------------------------------------------- DM Therapy Study https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/full/10.1089/photob.2019.4723?fbclid=IwAR2H6nqmQAa5MRxSyGm_B-sshom1S77WfLlEuA77GdV1F5kfcEVtu98zak4& ------------...

Listener beware, Scary stories, Halloween Safety & More! Welcome to the Pawsome University Podcast Halloween Special! ---------------- Music used: Signs In The Fields by cinematicwaves www.cinematicwaves.com Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 -- Skeleton dance - Youtube audio library Music provided by xBeat No copyright music https://youtu.be/L_lIqudke_A --------------------------...

Answering more listener questions about being a first time puppy owner! -------------------------------------------------------- Breed Label Study https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0238176#sec012 ------------------------------------ Buy us a coffee & support our show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/pawsome ------------------------------------ Ask The Trainers http...

If you own a dog, chances are you have heard of heartworms. But do you really know what they are? How serious is an infestation? How is it treated? What are the odds of survival? What are the odds of your dog even contracting it in the first place? Today we’re digging into the coronary creepy crawlies to find you the answers. Our own dog, Oaklee, came to us from South Carolina with advanced Heartw...

Introducing a puppy to your pack, one good boy conquering his fear, and are Staffies the perfect breed? Interested in a Members-Only podcast; Pawsome University Season 1 Reloaded? We're fielding interest before pulling the trigger, let us know via email or Instagram! -------------------------------------------------------- Staffordshire Terrier Study https://cgejournal.biomedcentral.com/artic...

We don’t bark, and dogs can't talk. But man’s best friend has evolved after so many years of domestication, and they’ve not only learned to read our body language, but they also communicate with us using theirs. The problem is, much of the time we aren’t paying attention. Once you train your brain to identify the non-verbal cues, body language is a highly effective and reliable method of comm...

On this episode, we recap our experience on the radio, share some amazing news for dog lovers, and field a potty training regression question from a listener. -------------------------------------------------------- Check out our segment on the radio! https://fb.watch/YWXk_EaPq/ ------------------------------------ Buy us a coffee, or support our show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/pawsome --------...

On this small bite we’re talking about Happy Tail Syndrome. Most dog owners will make it through life without ever experiencing Happy Tail Syndrome - but its not all that uncommon, and when it happens you’ll be asking yourself, “How do I clean up a crime scene” ------------------------------------ Pawsome On Elvis (Elvis Duran and the Morning Show) https://www.iheart.com/podcast/139-elvis-duran-da...

On this episode, we discuss barking, tips to identify the root of the issue, and how to modify their barking behavior! -------------------------------------------------------- Buy us a coffee, or support our show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/pawsome ------------------------------------ Ask The Trainer https://www.pawsomeuniversity.com/ask.html ------------------------------------ Join The PU Mail...

Remember Me Thursday is an international social media awareness day that brings attention to the millions of adoptable pets waiting in shelters and honors those who haven't made it out. Jaime and John share the stories of two dogs they're remembering today, the the life lessons they've learned.  ------------------------------------ Remember Me Thursday https://remembermethursday.org...

On this episode, we finally dedicate an entire episode to telling Opal's story, and how we're preserving her legacy. --------------------------------------------- ------------ The Opal Fund https://OpalFund.org ------------------------------------ Donate $30 and get your FREE book! https://www.opalfund.org/free-gifts.html ------------------------------------ Buy us a coffee, or support o...

Perhaps the most vile of behaviors, poop eating is the bane of all existence for many pet owners. This phenomenon is so widely reported throughout the animal kingdom that scientists have coined the term Coprophagia, the consumption of feces.  In dogs, there is no one cause, you need to observe their environment, behavior, and health to narrow down the root of the problem.  ------------------------...

On this episode, we answer more of your burning dog questions! From puppy mouthing to guarding! --------------------------------------------------------- Ask The Trainer https://www.pawsomeuniversity.com/ask.html ------------------------------------ Join The PU Mailing List! https://mailchi.mp/9d69169db4a1/pup ------------------------------------ Pawsome University Youtube https://www.youtube.com/...

There are 3 primary resources needed to help your local animal rescue: Money, Time, or Fostering. Monetary donations are critical for keeping the lights on in the shelter, paying staff, maintaining facilities, equipment and vehicles, and so on. Time - in the form of volunteering keeps payroll low, and adds flexibility to a shelter's staffing needs. More manpower means a higher standard of car...

On this episode, we answer more of your burning dog questions! Everything from food to humping into the night. --------------------------------------------------------- Ask The Trainer https://www.pawsomeuniversity.com/ask.html ------------------------------------ Join The PU Mailing List! https://mailchi.mp/9d69169db4a1/pup ------------------------------------ Pawsome University Youtube https://w...

September is here and at the time of this small bite release Labor Day Weekend has commenced its 3 day declaration of the end of summer. The true start to Autumn this year is September 22nd but if you’re anything like me Labor Day marks the turning of the season. This year may look a little different than last with the ongoing pandemic, but the world will still turn, the seasons will still change,...

On this episode, we discuss Shock Collars and their roll in dog training. Are they safe? Are they effective?  --------------------------------------------------------- STUDY: Efficacy of Dog Training With and Without Remote Electronic Collars vs. a Focus on Positive Reinforcement https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2020.00508/full ------------------------------------ Ask The Trainer...

With the Atlantic Hurricane Season well underway and shaping up to become the most active on record, it's time we talk about Natural Disaster Preparedness for your pets. Every successful Pet Disaster Plan includes three phases; Before an Emergency, During an Emergency, and After an Emergency. When a natural disaster strikes, the time to prepare has passed. Will you and your pets be ready? ---...

On this episode we discuss using essential oils as aromatherapy for your dogs! What oils are safe? What should you avoid? How do you properly introduce your dog to new scents? All that and more! --------------------------------------------------------- STUDY: Aromatherapy for travel-induced excitement in dogs https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16978115/ ------------------------------------ Contact Er...

Since 2014, On Demand Dog Walking Apps have been rising rapidly in popularity. These apps connect dog owners with contracted dog walkers - essentially an Uber for dog walking. Simply download the app, plug in your info, put your key in a lock box and a total stranger will come into your home and walk your dog. Just one google search will prove, this concept goes just as bad as you think it would....

We're on vacation!! On this episode we discuss our top Vacation and Traveling tips for you and your dog! NEW EQUIPMENT!  Bear with us while we fine tune our new mixer and microphones!! Thank you, Elvis!! --------------------------------------------------------- How To Update Your Pet's Microchip https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BWVn7FPdyE0 -------------------------------------------------...