I share not just what I feed my dogs, but how and why I've fed them what I've fed them throughout our lives together.

There is some discussion of math in the episode as well as some animal behaviors and welfare.

If either of those topics upset you, take care.

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Naomi Pobuda, Communications and Marketing Manager for Cherryland Humane Society in Traverse City, Michigan, and I talk about the misconceptions of rescue and the unique supports provided by Cherryland Humane Society to make every adoption successful.

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How to connect with, support, and find your best friend at Cherryland Humane Society:

https://www.cherrylandhumane.org/

Instagram: cherrylandtraversecity

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cherrylandhumanesociety

The Thrift Store:

https://www.facebook.com/cherrylandhumanethrift

https://www.cherrylandhumane.org/thrift

Anita tells us how she went from being a Non-Dog Person to a Pro-Dog Person with a few of the stories of our lives in between.

Anita was bitten by a dog as a child and I wanted to be her support person through it all.

Podcast Website:

https://followmepod.com/

Music:

https://pixabay.com/music/beats-better-day-186374/

Award Winning Communications EXPERT Ori Hoffer and I talk about all things social when it comes to dogs.

Social circles, social media, social batteries, and socializing, but surprisingly, Ice Cream Socials do not enter the chat.

http://www.orihoffer.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/orihoffer

Vaccines, poop samples, puppies, blood, stitches, emergencies, slobber, death, and all kinds of dramas are parts of every veterinary assistant's every day.

My friend Jess adopted her first dog as an adult and was surprised by how Maggie changed her life.

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Music:

https://pixabay.com/music/beats-for-her-chill-upbeat-summel-travel-vlog-and-ig-music-royalty-free-use-202298/

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https://pixabay.com/music/beats-better-day-186374/

Lena Moore, one of the founding owners of family owned and operated canine boarding, grooming, and daycare businesses, talks about differences between dog lovers and dog people, dog parks, and dog stories.

My sister, Dana, and I talk about our childhood dogs and how they changed our lives.

Let's increase the joy in our lives and talk about dogs!

I'll interview and have conversations with fellow Dog Obsessed Girls, Guys, and Groupies about adventuring with dogs, training with dogs, feeding dogs, having fun with dogs, and all the ways dogs impact our lives and we can impact theirs.

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Internationally Certified Dog Trainer, Danielle Doth, talks to us about how to build relationships with our dogs and about how dog training can be so much fun.

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How to connect with Danielle:

https://www.elkhorndogservices.com/

Instagram: elkhorndogservices

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elkhorndogservices

Jamie Kramer, Josh Hart, and I address a topic that is uncomfortable for a lot of people - the process of losing a pet, grieving for them, and how it can feel as if no one understands you and your devastation.

We understand you. We want to support you, and we want to support those of you who love someone who is experiencing a pet illness or who is grieving the loss of a pet and you just don't know what to say or do.

Jamie, Josh, and I talk about some things to say, some things not to say, and some things you can do.

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Josh Hart:

https://www.rileyscandles.com/

Instagram: rileyscandles

Facebook: Riley's Candles

https://www.facebook.com/rileyscandle

Jamie Kramer:

https://earthlyafter.com/

Instagram: earthlyafter

Facebook: Earthly After

https://www.facebook.com/earthlyafter

Susan M. Pacheco tells us about how each dog in her life has met her and her family's particular needs at particular times.

She also shares insights about how spending time with dogs, in any way you can, improves your life.

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FMIAD! is loving the feedback and questions from our wonderful listeners!

This episode includes four great listener questions and hopefully entirely entertaining host opinions.

If you'd like to have your questions included in a future episode, please include them in a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform like Amazon Music, Overcast, Audible, and iHeartRadio.

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Jenny Bremer, Life & Leadership Coach, and I talk about how dogs are our mirrors and guides and companions through life; how they continually teach us about ourselves, and how we learn about them when we observe and listen.

I believe you don't get the dog you want, you get the dog you need.

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https://www.jennybremercoaching.com/

https://jennybremer.substack.com/

jenny@jennybremercoaching.com

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Less than 15% of all podcasts make it to 10 episodes and here we are at 10!

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Award Winning Scent Work and Nose Work competitor and judge, Lisa Meleski, tells us how to start in the sport, how to have fun with it, and why nose work is so exciting.

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Lisa's Website:

https://sniffsandgiggles.net/

Scent Work and Nose Work Resources:

https://www.akc.org/sports/akc-scent-work/getting-started/

https://www.nacsw.net/

https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/

https://scentsabilitiesnw.com/

The adoption story of my first dog as an adult.

This wasn't the topic I had planned for this week, but when things don't work out with humans, you can always count on a dog.

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Are dogs the best matchmakers out there?

Are people burned out by dating apps?

Is love for your pet a deal breaker?

Is your dog pod host too cautious?

Matchmaker and Dating Coach Lisa Ratner can tell you.

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If you're single or know someone looking for a partner, you can reach out to Lisa or simply tell all your single friends!

Visit Lisa's website:  https://www.lisaratnermatchmaking.com/

Drop Lisa a line: info@lisaratnermatchmaking.com

Follow Lisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-ratner-0b5a302/

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Must Love Dogs: Are Pet Pics the Secret to More Matches?https://figopetinsurance.com/blog/pet-pics-on-dating-apps

Puppy love: How dog parenthood impacts your dating lifehttps://manypets.com/us/blog/how-dog-parenthood-impacts-dating-life/

The FetchaDate App Helps Pet-Loving Singles Connect & Bond Over Shared Passions
https://www.datingnews.com/movers-and-shakers/fetchadate-app-helps-pet-loving-singles/

What is Reiki and can it actually help your dog?

Annie Baker Atwood of Red Boots Reiki talks to us about how we can channel energy to our dogs and how it can help us every day.

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https://redbootsreiki.com/

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2mJRFNbd_wh229ue7EF1cvaWJLADKw7J

What I've done.

What I do.

What works for us in our efforts to remain Tick Free Forever!

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https://www.wondercide.com/collections/dogs-flea-tick-spray

The first in a series on grief, in this episode, your host shares personal experiences with grief and provides explanations for 4 types of grief.

If you are struggling, please accept support from these resources or reach out to a therapist or medical doctor.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness

https://www.nami.org/

Call 1-800-950-6264

Text 62640

Text or Call 988

It's all confidential and available 24/7

Crisis Text Line

https://www.crisistextline.org/

Text HOME or HOLA to 741741 for FREE, confidential help over text in English or Spanish.

It is available 24/7.

The third queen of our Summer Series, Claire Walker, shares with us her love for Golden Retrievers and how she plans to have them in her life.

We also talk about our dream of opening a Golden Retriever Farm together.

https://goldendogfarm.com/products/golden-retriever-experience

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More listener questions, and more host answers, experiences, and opinions.

This time, the questions are about crates, cars, and doggy DNA.

Write a review on Spotify or iTunes and include your questions for future episodes there. We will mention your name and answer your question!

Or you can send an email to atticus@followmepod.com, or contact us through Instagram or Facebook.

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Your dog can live with Laryngeal Paralysis, and it can be challenging for humans to know what they can do and what they can't do.

In this episode, I share some of my experiences, some of my regrets, and some of our challenges.

There are a few sentences about euthanization and facing loss, but there are a lot of sentences of information, hope and support.

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Los Angeles, CA Mural Artist Colette Stroffolino joins The Dog Pod to share her insights about being a first time dog owner and what loving a dog, and being loved by a dog, has taught her.

Colette learned and loved so much from her first dog Lucie, she wrote a book about her:

"Small Dog, Big Adventures: Meet Lucie - My First Pet Ever!"

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https://www.wallmurals.com/

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34501807-small-dog-big-adventures

Have I taught my dogs to peak around the kitchen island?

Is it a behavior chain I've created?

Is it always me?

Let's learn from Chrissy Messick, owner of The Nature of Animals in Lafayette, Colorado, and host of the podcast The Dogs of Our Lives.

Chrissy talks to The Dog Pod about how to be with our dogs and be curious about them, and how to be fair and less judgmental with our dogs and ourselves.

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https://www.theanimalnature.com/

The Quiz: How Well Do You Know Your Dog?

https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/66ec7fcfbc1d7c432638a1a7

How To Choose A Dog Trainer:

https://www.companionanimalpsychology.com/2016/12/how-to-choose-dog-trainer.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawFxHTlleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHecWhLJFTiUFQR4-uuZE0-VSGAXTIc5VHVWe2suA1ag7MiSCt8SKFbhl4A_aem_xxXBktx4HHTIpzQuLlLXbA

AVSAB Position Statement on Humane Dog Training:

https://avsab.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/AVSAB-Humane-Dog-Training-Position-Statement-2021.pdf?fbclid=IwY2xjawFxHLdleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHS-bmhELGkdTOME1GUnkXBu-1p7ZSWtC1sQ-ynijigyhtY9aVZJtU4fd9w_aem_QQRY3o-UTkbTcswFAvetrA

Mark Woloweic share with us the joys and challenges of being a Puppy Raiser and Birthing Support Staff through the Leader Dogs for the Blind programs in Rochester Hills, Michigan.

Mark also shares great insights into how to fit a dog, and then another dog, and then another dog, into your life, plus how to keep dogs in your life through volunteerism.

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https://www.leaderdog.org/

Specifics about Puppy Raising for Leader Dogs:

https://www.leaderdog.org/volunteer/raise-a-puppy/

One of our favorite Young Ones, Audrey, tells us about how her childhood dogs have improved her life and prepared her for her future.

She also shares how she saved her dog's life from drowning-by-paddleboard!

We want to increase our engagement with listeners!

Give us a review wherever you listen or send us an email atticus@followmepod.com

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We created a Summer Series of episodes with young adults and how dogs have had an impact on their lives.

The world is in good hands with The Young Ones we interview, starting with Delaney.

Delaney shares with us her love for rescue, the challenge of accepting a new adoption after the death of her childhood dog, and the fulfillment of having a dog in her life.

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We talk to Kait Springsdorf of M22 Glen Arbor and Crystal River Outfitters Recreational District in downtown Glen Arbor, Michigan, the heart of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

Kait shares with us how important being dog friendly, and actually being pet friendly, is to customer service, and the customer experience, within The District.

We talk about how having your dog in their stores, and even on their wine patio and in their kayaks on the Crystal River, improves the lives of everyone - the dogs, the customers, and the staff.

We also talk about what you need to know to bring your dog on one of their kayaking adventures.

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Crystal River Outfitters Recreational District:

https://crystalriveroutfitters.com/

Includes their Canoe & Kayak Livery - Crystal River Outfitters

The Cyclery Bike Shop

M22 Glen Arbor

and Coastal

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedistrictglenarbor/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedistrictglenarbor

After traveling tens of thousands of miles on the road with my dogs, maybe I know a thing or two about what and how to pack, and how to find places to stay and things to do!

Please share any of your suggestions!

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Facebook: Follow Me: I'm a DOG

How will you know if it's just old age?

How will you know if your dog is in pain?

How will you know when it's time to talk about euthanization with your vet?

How will you know?

We'll try to help you.

This episode may be a hard listen for some.

And it may be exactly what you need to take care of your dog, the one you love so so much.

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Quality of Life Assessments:

https://www.lapoflove.com/quality-of-life-assessment

https://burchcreekanimalhospital.com/files/2023/01/How-Will-I-Know-Its-Time-Brochure-Lap-of-Love.pdf

https://www.lapoflove.com/how-will-i-know-it-is-time/lap-of-love-quality-of-life-scale.pdf

Earthly After Services of Grief Support and Gifts:

Grief Guide Start Page:

https://form.typeform.com/to/S8lamBxK?typeform-source=earthlyafter.com

Care Pack:

https://app.hubspot.com/payments/purchase/hscs_8mT8mPcSCE0tCD5E9RXiMRFVyUpSRO510r0Xt7HMMvIWkxdFhsxhSKv7XMqeA9Is?referrer=PAYMENT_LINK

Earthly After Home Page:

https://earthlyafter.com/

We count down the Top 5 Episodes according to listens and comments.

It's been a joyful year of turning this baby podcast into something sweet.

The plan is to continue the fun into 2025!

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I've set some goals for My Pack and for The Podcast.

You are a part of it all!

Thank you for being here and for being a Member of The Pack in 2025.

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Practical, Thoughtful, and Unique gift ideas for dogs and for the people who love their dogs!

Those of us who love our dogs and love spending time with them often include things on our wish lists that seem like they are gifts for our dogs, but they're also gifts for us.

Here are a few of my favorite things and favorite companies.

I hope they're all helpful!

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Leash Systems:

https://www.chewy.com/tuff-mutt-hands-free-bungee-dog-leash/dp/213669

https://www.petsafe.com/product/hands-free-leash/?sku=LSH-HF-BLK

https://www.petsmart.com/dog/collars-harnesses-and-leashes/leashes/kong-hands-free-dog-leash-6-ft-long-5324717.html?gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIo_TNhISbigMVd0L_AR0C9iJ7EAQYBSABEgKfcfD_BwE

Poop Bags:

https://www.chewy.com/pet-n-pet-dog-poop-bags/dp/282607?utm_source=google-product&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=20199734535&utm_content=&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIocLwh8CjigMV9jjUAR1pfzn9EAQYBiABEgLB-fD_BwE

Hard Chew Toys:

https://www.chewy.com/nylabone-ergonomic-hold-chew-wishbone/dp/179495?utm_source=google-product&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=19996370614&utm_content=&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIpKeOqsegigMV1DgIBR0GpgmfEAQYASABEgIHzvD_BwE

https://www.chewy.com/petstages-dogwood-tough-dog-chew-toy/dp/46955?utm_source=google-product&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=19996370614&utm_content=&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI06Hc0MagigMV8U7_AR11QyR2EAQYASABEgJ1M_D_BwE

Car Seat Cover:

https://plushpawsproducts.com/products/plush-paws-ultra-luxury-pet-seat-cover-2-bonus-harnesses-2-seat-belts-for-cars-trucks-suv-waterproof-nonslip-silicone-backing-regular-xl?variant=38031345746095

Seat Belt and Walking Harness:

https://www.petsafe.com/product/3in1-harness/?sku=3IN1-L-BLACK

Orange Coats:

https://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/507029?itemId=505832&attrValue_0=Canyon%20Rust&sku=1000247561&pla1=0&qs=3160526&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIlLeL_MOjigMVDjQIBR0Rtit3EAQYASABEgIIVfD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds&SN=PDPImageGallery_04&SS=A&SN2=sosb_test_04&SS2=B&SN3=MobilePLA_03&SS3=B&noaa_region=uppermidwest&originalProduct=121392

https://www.cabelas.com/shop/en/carhartt-chore-coat-for-dogs?ds_e=GOOGLE&ds_c=Cabelas%7CShopping%7CPMax%7CHunting%7CHunting%7CNAud%7CTopPerf%7CNMT&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIlLeL_MOjigMVDjQIBR0Rtit3EAQYBCABEgIspvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

Backpacks:

https://ruffwear.com/collections/dog-packs?srsltid=AfmBOopOxZQceJ72NGUElyYRUMFZRfv7muzHO9XSw1IQ0Tvn7GADK4vB

Musher's Secret:

https://musherssecret.com/

Riley's Candles:

https://www.rileyscandles.com/collections/all

Earthly After:

https://earthlyafter.com/

Detezi:

https://detezi.com/

People might think they know what the 5 stages of grief are and where they are on the list, but did you know that the model The 5 Stages of Grief created by Elisabeth Kubler-Ross in 1969 was actually created through interviews with terminally ill people?

You don't have to have listened to Episode 33 What is Grief? - Episode 1 in this Series on Grief to listen to this episode, but there are some great definitions of grief and stories shared.

In this episode, The Stages are discussed and defined, but there are also more stories shared and practical information about what someone might be experiencing during an illness, and after a death, of a pet.

Podcast Website!

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If you are struggling with grief, please accept help from these resources:

The National Alliance on Mental Illness:

https://www.nami.org/

1-800-950-6264

Text NAMI to 62640

10am-10pm ET Monday-Friday

24-7: Call or Text 988

Crisis Text Line:

https://www.crisistextline.org/

24/7: Text HOME or HOLA to 741741