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More Than Man’s Best Friend – Episode 2

9Apr

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Join host Ellie Rau in this week’s episode to learn how service dogs improve the lives of veterans and how those veterans build a relationship with the adult dog they receive. 

Service dog training typically takes around 2 to 2.5 years to create a reliable, well mannered, and capable dog. Service dogs in some cases are just as vital to their handler as a wheelchair, cane, or prosthetic device. They can provide life saving blood sugar and seizure alerts, retrieve someone to help in an emergency, provide comfort during anxious situations, and so much more.

Veterans who return with PTSD and mobility disabilities are among the ones in need of service dogs most. Listen in to hear how veteran Shane Ayres learned how to bond to Tango, the 2.5 yr old service dog he received in the Summer of 2020 and how that dog has enriched his life.

 

More Than Man’s Best Friend – Episode 1

9Apr

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Join host Ellie Rau in this week’s episode to learn how teaching your dog basic obedience cultivates a better relationship between you and your pet!

Obedience training is something a lot of dog owners look into when they first bring home a new puppy, but is not often something that is maintained consistently throughout a dog’s life. This can create problems down the line, where dogs begin misbehaving, unclear of what rules they should or should not follow, all due to a lack of understanding between the person and their pet. A dog that has a solid foundation of obedience training not only is more well behaved, but is usually happier and feels more understood.

You can look forward to hearing from expert dog trainer and president of Patriot Paws of Aggieland, Shelby McMillan. She will explain how basic obedience plays a big role in not just service dog training, but a normal pet’s everyday life as well.

What The Pup – Training Tips With Rick

9Apr

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Myself (left), Thor the Mastiff (middle), and Rick Short (right).

Welcome back to What The Pup!

This week on episode three we are going to hear from guest speaker, Rick Short, owner and trainer of K9 Sensei. I met Rick when I was looking into training my dogs several months ago. We had such an amazing experience with him and I thought it would be a real treat to have him share some of his knowledge with you all! Be sure to tune in to this week’s episode to hear his advice and reach out to him to schedule your next training session to further your relationship with your dog in mind, body, and spirit!

What The Pup – Breed Choice & Bringing Your Dog To College

9Apr

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Hello! Welcome to episode 2 of What The Pup! Today we are going to hear from Clint VanEtten of Briarcrest Veterinary Clinic about his top dog breed choices for college students. Being a college student and dog mom, I know firsthand how difficult it can be to properly care for a dog while maintaining a busy schedule. Mr. VanEtten is going to talk about how to choose a dog breed based upon your lifestyle. Choosing the right dog breed is SO important and it is my hope that our guest speaker today will help enlighten you on how to make those decisions. For more information on choosing the right dog breed for you, please visit the AKC breed website ! We are also going to hear from a fellow dog mom, Averi Morton, about her experience raising a dog while in college. So grab a cup, grab a pup, and lets get started! 

What The Pup – Dog Mom Must-Haves

9Apr

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Hello! We are so excited for today’s episode where we will be talking about my list of Must-have items for dog moms. First, we will talk about my absolute favorite dog bandana company The Deluxe Pup, they make the most aesthetic and trendy bandanas for your pup! Another must-have item is a BarkBox  Super Chewer subscription. My pups both love to chew and this subscription provides the best quality toys and treats each month. They also have AMAZING customer service and work with you to make sure the needs of your dogs are met.  If you are wanting to do any sort of DNA or genetic/health testing on your dog, I cannot recommend Embark Vet enough! The process was super quick and easy and they keep you informed throughout the entire process from start to finish. If you have a dog that sheds the Chom Chom roller will be your new favorite household item, it removes dog hair off of practically any surface and does not require power to use. One of my favorite ways to keep my dogs stimulated and entertained is puzzle feeders, my favorite company that makes them is called Outward Hound! Another tried and true dog mom item is the classic KONG, not only are they a toy but can also be used as a treat dispenser. Listen to today’s episode for my favorite KONG recipe! A deodorizer is a Must-have item, especially for dogs who like to sunbathe and play, my favorite is Skout’s Honor Probiotic Deodorizer. Be sure to check out these must-have dog mom items!

Bear with his Super Chewer Bark Box.
Babe wearing one of her Deluxe Pup ‘danas.

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