Dogs are the Best Friends – Details, episodes & analysis

This episode:
Carson an Akita mix is the long awaited best friend of Ryan.  He’s 3 years old now and was adopted at 7 months.   His work ethic for toys is awesome and so fun to hear about. 

At the time of interview Ryan was up in Canada staying with family up there so you’ll hear about snow and their van life trip from Texas to Canada.  I think what I love most about Ryan’s interview is the detail and humor shared with us that undeniably shows how loved and appreciate sweet Carson is!  The descriptions and the personification of Carson is so comical and so Ryan.  I can’t tell you how much I’ve enjoyed getting to know Ryan since last June and I hope you will go to watch the super helpful video’s on Ryan’s YouTube channel called Not that Ryan Reynolds. 

Ryan’s Social Media:

Not that Ryan Reynold’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMN7D5rd9H0TXI1MNiSLuKA

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/not.that.ryan.reynolds/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Not.That.Ryan.Reynolds/

About:
This podcast is for dog lovers to share and hear about dog stories, training tips, and other helpful bits of information. 

Please review and subscribe to the Dogs are the Best Friends podcast as that helps others find us! If you want to share a story or two about your dog(s), be sure to fill out the Contact Us form on the website: https://dogsarethebestfriends.com/

Join our free Facebook Group Community - Dogs are the Best Friends!   https://www.facebook.com/groups/dogsarethebestfriends/

Today's episode:
Maleen and Cody have been best friends for the past 14 and a half years.  They have traversed mountains and all sorts of hiking trails together.  They might've started off a little rocky on the first night but they didn't let that stop them.  Maleen shares their ups and downs and adventures.   Don't miss her description of what could have been a very scary event if Cody hadn't been there to protect her.

About:
This podcast is for dog lovers to share and hear about dog stories, training tips, and other helpful bits of information. 

Please review and subscribe to the Dogs are the Best Friends podcast as that helps others find us! If you want to share a story or two about your dog(s), be sure to fill out the Contact Us form on the website: https://dogsarethebestfriends.com/

Join our free Facebook Group Community - Dogs are the Best Friends!   https://www.facebook.com/groups/dogsarethebestfriends/

This episode:
Today, Cynthia, our guest from episode 34, shares a little bit about each story of 5 of her rescue dogs.  Their stories are ones that can teach us that however, a dog enters our lives, it can be an amazing gift.  Each dog has personalities and characteristics I'm sure you'll recognize in your current dog or other dogs you know (or have known).

Ohio State University research on poinsettias:  https://cfaes.osu.edu/news/articles/poinsettias-poisonous-reputation-persists-despite-proof-the-contrary

No new episodes for December 28 or January 4.  I’ll be back on January 11, 2021 with new dog stories and mini segments that will be fun, educational and needed. I’ve received many questions and requests for help so we’ll go over these topics with quick helpful tips or have some fun together with dog trivia and much more!

Thank you to my listeners who love dogs as much as I do! - Emily (& Flynn)
 
About:
This podcast is for dog lovers to share and hear about dog stories, training tips, and other helpful bits of information. 

Please review the podcast on your favorite app and be sure to subscribe to the Dogs are the Best Friends podcast! 

If you want to share a story or two about your dog(s), be sure to fill out the Contact Us form on the website: https://dogsarethebestfriends.com/

Join our free Facebook Group Community - Dogs are the Best Friends!   https://www.facebook.com/groups/dogsarethebestfriends/

About Episode 36 -
Ashley shares about the family dog, Nala, and the German Shepherd's funny habits, tricks and endearing ways.  As an artist, Ashley uses her talent to bring animal owners' joy by capturing their favorite pets. 

Ashley's Instagram, website, and Etsy store:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleylouisestudio/
Etsy:  https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/ashleylouisestudio?ref=search_shop_redirect
Website - beautiful cards that she does (it can be printed in your country and sent to you to give to your loved one or sent directly to them with your message printed inside:  https://www.thortful.com/creator/ashleylouisestudio

Favorite things from the episode:
Ashley's favorite dog book: The Snowman and the Snowdog by Raymond Briggs -  https://amzn.to/37hvyeO  Perfect for this time of year!

The DVD of The Snowman and The Snowman and the Snowdog movie - https://amzn.to/37dibfy

Nala's favorite treat dispenser - Kong -  https://amzn.to/3mavAsY  You can freeze treats in these and use them to keep your dog busy for a while.

About:
This podcast is for dog lovers to share and hear about dog stories, training tips, and other helpful bits of information. 

Please review and subscribe to the Dogs are the Best Friends podcast as that helps others find us! If you want to share a story or two about your dog(s), be sure to fill out the Contact Us form on the website: https://dogsarethebestfriends.com/

Join our free Facebook Group Community - Dogs are the Best Friends!   https://www.facebook.com/groups/dogsarethebestfriends/

Amber shares about her mixed dog, Bentley, who is one of Flynn’s very good buddies.  Bentley can look a bit scary to people who have had bad interactions with pit bull or boxer mixes. Amber shares how not only is he not an aggressive dog but she had to work with him to overcome his own fears.  Ben loves his cloth frisbee toys and I’ll link to those below.  Also, Amber shares a book, Animal Wise, that any animal lover will enjoy. 

Patti talks about some great tools in the journey of being a dog owner to keep on top of the fur, unwelcome guests in the form of ticks, and more.  

Thank you for supporting us by using these Amazon links!

Amber’s Picks:
Well actually,  Bentley picked this toy!  Chuckit Paraflight Flyer:  https://amzn.to/3qCu9XL 
Animal Wise: How We Know Animals Think by Virginia Morell - https://amzn.to/39RuW11


Patti’s Excellent Tools:
1. Safari Brush - https://amzn.to/2JzLzD9
2. Tick Twister - https://amzn.to/33x6o9t
3. Pet Tag Silencer - https://amzn.to/3n1xk9m
4. Groom Brush - https://amzn.to/3oCzmwZ
5. Leba III Dental Spray - https://amzn.to/2IuclwO 
 

About: 
This podcast is for dog lovers to share and hear about dog stories, training tips, and other helpful bits of information. 
Please review and subscribe to the Dogs are the Best Friends podcast as that helps others find us! If you want to share a story or two about your dog(s), be sure to fill out the Contact Us form on the website: https://dogsarethebestfriends.com/
Join our free Facebook Group Community - Dogs are the Best Friends!   https://www.facebook.com/groups/dogsarethebestfriends/!sknil nozamA

This episode:
Today's guest, Cynthia, shares how her life has been changed by rescues and why she is so dedicated to always choosing a rescue dog.  Her most recent dog, Demi, has a sweet personality in spite of living in a horrible situation for years.   Cynthia also shares some realities about bringing a rescue home and the sad fact that many people give up on them in just a week's time - much too quickly.   

The great rescue organization mentioned in this episode:  SAFE - St Augustine, Florida rescue - https://www.safe-pet-rescue-fl.com/


About:
This podcast is for dog lovers to share and hear about dog stories, training tips, and other helpful bits of information.
Please review and subscribe to the Dogs are the Best Friends podcast as that helps others find us! If you want to share a story or two about your dog(s), be sure to fill out the Contact Us form on the website: https://dogsarethebestfriends.com/
Join our free Facebook Group Community - Dogs are the Best Friends!   https://www.facebook.com/groups/dogsarethebestfriends/

This episode:
Joe shares how Frankie came into his and his wife’s life and completely changed it.  Frankie showed them a better and fuller life with his strength and friendship.  Joe talks about how the book is meant to help children through some difficult times such as bullying and losing a loved one.  His book is title Frankie: the Biggest Dog That Ever Was.(https://amzn.to/36D339H)

If you’d like to be entered into the drawing for a copy of his book, have a listen to the podcast to learn how.  Note: this drawing is for US residents only and for the week of November 16, 2020.

I share some training advice on how to train your dog sit for guests instead of greeting them by  jumping on them.  You can start encouraging this behavior today and see results quickly so that by the time you have visitors, your dog will know exactly what you and the guests want. 

About:
This podcast is for dog lovers to share and hear about dog stories, training tips, and other helpful bits of information. 

Please review and subscribe to the Dogs are the Best Friends podcast as that helps others find us! If you want to share a story or two about your dog(s), be sure to fill out the Contact Us form on the website: https://dogsarethebestfriends.com/

Join our free Facebook Group Community - Dogs are the Best Friends!   https://www.facebook.com/groups/dogsarethebestfriends/

This episode:
Meghan shares about her German Shepherd puppy, Fitz.  He’s a beautiful boy and he’s proving to be a challenge as well.  Have a listen to learn from her own hard-earned knowledge!  If you plan on getting a puppy, she will give you honest information that can help you have a game plan for socialization and more.

Enjoy Fitz on his Instagram account:  https://www.instagram.com/for.fitz.and.giggles/

At the end, I share about how a new puppy or rescue dog feels when brought to a new home and how you can help them adjust. 

About:
This podcast is for dog lovers to share and hear about dog stories, training tips, and other helpful bits of information.

Please review and subscribe to the Dogs are the Best Friends podcast as that helps others find us! If you want to share a story or two about your dog(s), be sure to fill out the Contact Us form on the website: https://dogsarethebestfriends.com/

Join our free Facebook Group Community - Dogs are the Best Friends!   https://www.facebook.com/groups/dogsarethebestfriends/

This episode:

Brian Dineen shares about how dogs have always been a part of his life and how his former wild dog, Gigi, has taught him some great lessons.  We learn about why he enjoys his work  - from starting a business with people he’s known and cared about for years to the unique connections with the dogs and their owners. 

If you are in Jacksonville, Florida, check out Brian’s dog-related business, Happy Hounds Resorts: 

• website:  https://www.happyhounddogresorts.com
• Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/happyhounddogresorts.beach/ 

About:
This podcast is for dog lovers to share and hear about dog stories, training tips, and other helpful bits of information.

Please review and subscribe to the Dogs are the Best Friends podcast as that helps others find us! If you want to share a story or two about your dog(s), be sure to fill out the Contact Us form on the website: https://dogsarethebestfriends.com/

Join our free Facebook Group Community - Dogs are the Best Friends!   https://www.facebook.com/groups/dogsarethebestfriends/

About this episode:
Gail Hamilton has a unique take on seeing eye dogs as she is blind and has had 5 in her life so far.  She has been waiting for a 6th one for over 18 months now due to the pandemic.   
Gail shares candidly about the difficulties of navigating this world with a seeing eye dog when most people have no idea how their seemingly small actions can undermine the crucial bond shared by a blind person and their highly trained dog.  As one of the crazy for the canine pack members, please have a listen with an open heart and mind.  Gail talks about Sarge and how she lost him due to someone’s thoughtless actions.   

The Seeing Eye is the training center mentioned by Gail: https://www.seeingeye.org/

Prize giveaway:
You can win a fun ball activity for your dog!  Listen to the episode to hear how to win this treat.  You must enter by Sunday night, November 1, 2020, at 11:59 pm in American EST.  Sorry but until I figure how to have things sent to my overseas listeners this is for my United States listeners only.

About:
This podcast is for dog lovers to share and hear about dog stories, training tips, and other helpful bits of information. 

Please review and subscribe to the Dogs are the Best Friends podcast as that helps others find us! If you want to share a story or two about your dog(s), be sure to fill out the Contact Us form on the website: https://dogsarethebestfriends.com/
Join our free Facebook Group Community - Dogs are the Best Friends!   https://www.facebook.com/groups/dogsarethebestfriends/