German Shepherd Dog

Episode 111 - Orphans of Katrina

Released Sat November 13, 2010
Length: 1:07:55
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Karen O'Toole lived through the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and she discusses her book about her experiences - Orphans of Katrina: What Really Happened on the Gulf. Dr Muriel Brasseur gives advice to a listener about why her dogs are mouthing and how to stop it. Plus hear the DogCast Radio News, Buddy's Diary, a plea for help for the Save Lennox campaign, and a review of Pukka: The Pup After Merle.

A dog waits to bite the sleeve

A dog waits with enthusiasm.

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A dog waiting by a hide

A dog waits beside a hide.

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Steven Havers with Susie

Steven Havers with the lovely Susie.

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Steven Havers and Susie

Steven Havers working Susie.

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Enthusiastic Schutzhund dog

The dogs are enthusiastic about protection work.

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Tugging on the sleeve

The dogs love tugging on the sleeve.

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Sleeve focus in Schutzhund

The dog focusses on the Schutzhund sleeve.

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Schutzhund snuggle!

Julie and Susie have a cuddle to celebrate Susie winning the tug of war with the Schutzhund sleeve.

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A dog checking a schutzhund hide.

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