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Episode 208 - Benefab and Jayda finds a home

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Released Sat May 18, 2019
Length: 0:53:33
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In Episode 208 of DogCast Radio, you can hear how Kat Chrysostum invented benefab, a fabric that is helping dogs to life as healthily and happily as possible. When Duschanca Singh met rescue dog Jayda at the Mayhew, it was love at first sight. Plus the DogCast Radio News with stories of dogs around the world who are being bribed, learning to cope with being blind, training to lead visually impaired people - and one emotional roller-coaster of a story!

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Episode 207- Gnomad Home and Rehome From Home

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Released Sat April 27, 2019
Length: 0:52:18
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Many of dream of escaping the rat race and living a simpler life. Jayme and Jon Serbell did just that - and it was their dogs who inspired them to take to the van life! Tanya Madden from the Mayhew Animal Home talks to Julie about rehoming Robbie. Plus the DogCast Radio News - which will be of particular to interest to bearded men!

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Episode 206 - Crufts 2019

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Released Sat March 30, 2019
Length: 1:08:29
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Hear all about Crufts 2019. From the three new breeds competing for the first time, to the amazing assistance dogs in attendance, to efforts to make our dogs healthier including scientific research and feeding a good diet. Crufts has at its heart the relationship between humans and dogs - and it's a relationship that should make life better for both species.

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Episode 205 - Empowerment Training for your Power Dog

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Released Sat March 16, 2019
Length: 0:53:47
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It's important to train every dog - but it's vital to get your training right when you have a powerful dog. That involves getting your relationship with you dog right, but includes taking into account society's attitude towards your dog. In this in depth interview, Dawn Antoniak-Mitchell discusses everything you need to know about training your power dog, something she has written a book about - Empowerment Training for Your Power Dog: Unleash the Positive Potential in Bully and Mastiff Breeds, Pit Bulls, and Other Strong Dogs. Plus the DogCast Radio News - including PC Dave Wardell and PD Finn who won the Crufts Friends for Life award.

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Episode 204 - dog holidays, snuffle mats and teeth

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Released Sat February 23, 2019
Length: 1:08:45
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In this podcast, you can listen to David Blank talking about the amazing doggy holidays you and your dog can share. Hear Rachel Rodgers, Head Coach of Dogs Trust's Dog School Shropshire, sharing what you need to now about snuffle mats and teeth cleaning. Plus the DogCast Radio News.

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Episode 203 - Easy Peasy Puppy Squeezy

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Released Sat January 26, 2019
Length: 0:55:23
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In the first episode of 2019 you can hear Steve Mann's expert advice on how to get things right with your puppy, and your dog, as he talks about his book Easy Peasy Puppy Squeezy. Plus there's the DogCast Radio News read by Julie and Jenny, and some reflections on the simple step that just might revolutionise your dog training! And a listener's review of the Dutch film, Buddy.

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Episode 202 - New Years Resolutions and Dare the dog who danced to happiness

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Released Sat December 22, 2018
Length: 1:16:11
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In this episode of the DogCast Radio podcast, you can hear Andrea Servadio's top tips to make 2019 fantastic for your dog. Listen to Heather Smith's tale of her rescue dog Dare who went from shut down to dazzling doggy dancer. Plus there's the DogCast Radio News with all the dog news stories you want. Must listen podcasting!

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Episode 201 - I heart dogs and An Armful of Animals

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Released Sat November 24, 2018
Length: 1:04:09
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In this episode, Marshall Morris talks about how he founded I Heart Dogs with the aim of making the world a better place for people and dogs. Malcolm Welshman talks about his memoir, An Armful of Animals, and the animals - especially dogs - who have enriched his life. Plus there's the DogCast Radio News, discussion of contrafreeloading, and a petition to get army dogs the best retirement possible.

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Rememebering War Animals

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Released Sun October 21, 2018
Length: 0:59:27
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In this, our 200th episode, we feature author Robin Hutton, discussing the animals heroes of World War II. On Remembrance Day, we recall the sacrifice of those who gave their lives in the line of duty. Those brave soldiers were courageously supported by many animals, and you can hear Robin tell some of their amazing stories.
Plus Julie and Jenny bring you the DogCast Radio News, featuring remarkable dogs, clever dogs, working dogs, and according to a study, the ubiquitous feature of modern life which can depress our dogs.
We celebrate our 200th podcast with a look back at how things have changed over the past thirteen years.

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Revolutionary Cricket Dog treats and Record Breaking Dogs

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Released Sat September 22, 2018
Length: 1:12:56
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In this episode you can hear two amazing interviews: Rachael Grylls tells us about her World Record Breaking dogs (they hold four records between them - and counting!), and Anne Carlson talks about her cutting edge dog treats made from crickets (great for dogs and the environment). Plus the DogCast Radio News.

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278 - Dog intelligence and introducing cats and dogs

In this podcast you can hear author Jennifer S. Holland talk about dog intelligence - what types of intelligence do dogs have, how do we measure canine intelligence, what's the difference between intelligence and instinct, and how can we encourage our dogs to become more intelligent? Behaviourist Lisa Sinnott offers excellent advice on how to introduce cats and dogs in a way that causes as little stress to all concerned. And Julie introduces her latest project - Inane Ramblings of a Puppy Owner (IROAPO).

189 - The Dog Healers and War Dogs Remembered

In this episode you can hear Mark Winik talk about his debut novel, The Dog Healers, and listen to Julia Robertson explain why she founded the charity War Dogs remembered. Plus there's the DogCast Radio News, and what Mischief the German Spitz puppy has been up to.

188 - Service Dogs UK and Roxie the Doxie Finds Her Forever Home

In this episode you can hear about Service Dogs UK, a fantastic charity which trains assistance dogs to support veterans of any service - military personnel, police, firefighters, paramedics and the coastguard - who develop Post Traumatic Stress Disorder due to their job. Also, listen to Dr Jody A Dean, a clinical psychologist talk about how her book, Roxie the Doxie finds her Forever Home, is helping children understand and talk about adoption and other family issues. Plus the DogCast Radio News and some thoughts on the alpha dog myth.

187 - Muffins Halo and Chorley Fun Dog Show

In this episode you can hear about Muffin's Halo for Blind Dogs, and what motivates people to enter their dog in a fun dog show. In the DogCast Radio News, listen to stories about the latest dog related research. Plus there's a new member of the DogCast Radio team!

186 - Maxwell Muir on wolves

In this episode you can hear trainer, behaviourist, writer, broadcaster and wolf expert Maxwell Muir talk about what wolves mean to him personally, their plight in a modern world, and his hopes for their future. Plus we have the DogCast Radio News.