534 — Changing the Conversation on Cancer Diagnosis in Dogs from 2022-06-20T09:00

Changing the Conversation on Cancer Diagnosis in Dogs

533 – Meet Dr. Darin Collins, Saluki breeder, new CHF CEO from 2022-06-13T09:00

Meet Dr. Darin Collins, Saluki breeder, new CHF CEO

532 — Breeder, Buyer, Vet: Let’s TALK! from 2022-06-05T09:00

Breeder, Buyer, Vet: Let’s TALK!

531 – Elaine Lessig: “Fashionista” Passionate About Dog Judging from 2022-05-30T09:00

Elaine Lessig: “Fashionista” Passionate About Dog Judging

530 – Poodles, Professional Handlers and Public Image from 2022-05-23T09:00

Poodles, Professional Handlers and Public Image

529 — Christian Manelopoulos: “I’m Going to America” from 2022-05-16T09:00

Christian Manelopoulos: “I’m Going to America”

528 – Amanda Kelly on Sportsmanship, Spine and #squeezethejoy from 2022-05-09T09:00

Amanda Kelly on Sportsmanship, Spine and #squeezethejoy

527 – Pre-Breeding Veterinary Exams and Why They Matter from 2022-05-02T09:00

Pre-Breeding Veterinary Exams and Why They Matter

526 – Chinook: The Gentleman’s Carriage Horse of Sled Dogs from 2022-04-26T09:00

Chinook: The Gentleman's Carriage Horse of Sled Dogs

525 – Nederlandse Kooikerhondje: The Original Duck Decoy from 2022-04-18T09:00

Nederlandse Kooikerhondje: The Original Duck Decoy Marlene Valter and Susanne Martin join host Laura Reeves to share their passion for the https://www.nkcusa.org/history (Nederlandse Kooikerhondje)...

524 – Norrbottenspets: “Your GPS in the woods” from 2022-04-11T09:00

Norrbottenspets: “Your GPS in the woods” Gabi Vannini, breeder and fancier of https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/norrbottenspets/ (Norrbottenspets), joins host Laura Reeves for a Love the Breeds episod...

523 – Special Reproductive Considerations for Rare Breeds from 2022-04-04T09:00

Special Reproductive Considerations for Rare Breeds Dr. Marty Greer, DVM joins host Laura Reeves to discuss some of the special reproductive considerations for rare breeds. Rare dog breeds offer sp...

522 – EOAD Gene Identified in Rhodesian Ridgebacks from 2022-03-28T09:00

EOAD Gene Identified in Rhodesian Ridgebacks Adam Boyko, co-founder of Embark, and Rhodesian Ridgeback breeder Denise Flaim join host Laura Reeves to discuss EOAD (Early Onset Adult Deafness) in Ri...

521 – Competing in Subjective Sports: Dog Shows vs the Olympics from 2022-03-21T09:00

Competing in Subjective Sports: Dog Shows vs the Olympics Amanda Kelly is back with host Laura Reeves to look at dog shows, which as we all know are an incredibly subjective sport, through the eyes...

520 – Talking Toplines with Stephanie Seabrook Hedgepath from 2022-03-14T09:00

Talking Toplines with Stephanie Seabrook Hedgepath AKC judge and Pembroke Welsh Corgi breeder Stephanie Seabrook Hedgepath is back talking toplines with host Laura Reeves. The topline, specifically...

519 – Spinal Cord Injuries and Diseases on Veterinary Voice from 2022-03-07T09:00

Spinal Cord Injuries and Diseases on Veterinary Voice Dr. Dan Griffiths, DVM, joins his wife Dr. Marty Greer, DVM to discuss trauma and diseases of the spine in this month’s Veterinary Voice.“As fa...

518 – Ante Lucin on How to Help Dog Breeders in War Torn Ukraine from 2022-02-28T09:00

Ante Lucin on How to Help Dog Breeders in War Torn Ukraine Ante Lucin, host of https://www.facebook.com/groups/784331345461256 (Talking Dogs With Ante), joins forces with Pure Dog Talk host Laura R...

517 — Veterinarian: Brachycephalic Does NOT Equal Unhealthy from 2022-02-21T09:00

Veterinary Insight on Why Brachycephalic Does NOT Equal Unhealthy Dr. Maryanne Mack, DVM, breeder of top winning Boston Terriers, joins host Laura Reeves to discuss recent developments in Europe in...

516 — Singleton Puppies: Whelping and Raising Strategies from 2022-02-14T09:00

Singleton Puppies: Whelping and Raising Strategies For Valentine’s Day, Susan Patterson, moderator of the fabulous Canine, Fertility, Reproduction and Neonatal Issues Facebook group (invite require...

514 – Chesapeake Bay Retrievers: An American Success Story from 2022-02-01T09:00

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers: An American Success Story Betsy Horn Humer has spent a lifetime with Chesapeake Bay Retrievers. Her parents acquired their first dog in 1947 and Betsy has been deeply inv...

515 -- Doing Battle Against Giardia and Coccidia from 2022-01-31T09:00

Doing Battle Against Giardia and Coccidia Dr. Marty Greer, DVM joins host Laura Reeves to discuss how breeders and dog owners in general can do battle against the dreaded"bad potty bugs,"giardia an...

513 – Owner Handled Journey to Success from 2022-01-24T09:00

Owner Handled Journey to Success [caption id="attachment_9470"align="alignleft"width="321"] L-R Jann Butler, Will Bratcher and Terri Ebert[/caption]Will Bratcher, Jann Butler and Terri Ebert make u...

512 – No Best in Show? Looking Back with Bo Bengtson from 2022-01-17T09:00

No Best in Show? Looking Back with Bo Bengtson Author, historian, editor and Sighthound specialist Bo Bengtson joins host Laura Reeves again for a fascinating look back at dog shows *before* Best i...

511 – What IS the Animal Rights Agenda? With Patti Strand from 2022-01-10T09:00

What IS the Animal Rights Agenda? With Patti Strand Patti Strand, president of the https://www.naiaonline.org/ (National Animal Interest Alliance) (NAIA), joins host Laura Reeves to discuss propose...

510 – Tackling a Stinky Problem with Dr. Marty Greer from 2022-01-03T09:00

Tackling a Stinky Problem with Dr. Marty Greer Dr. Marty Greer, DVM and host Laura Reeves tackle a stinky problem – the dog’s anal glands. Greer explains how to express them, what to do if they are...

509 -- 12-Steps to a Happier You in the Dog Fancy from 2021-12-27T09:00

12-Steps to a Happier You in the Dog Fancy I don’t know about you, but this holiday season I just haven’t had the vibe. I’ve honestly tried. But, all my magic spells for maintaining a positive atti...

508 – Breeding, Training and Socializing Decisions for High Drive Dogs from 2021-12-21T09:00

Breeding, Training and Socializing Decisions for High Drive Dogs https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/ (Denise Fenzi )and host Laura Reeves take a deep dive into the breeding, training and sociali...

507 -- Denise Fenzi on "Drive" vs "Arousal" in Dogs from 2021-12-13T09:00

Denise Fenzi on "Drive" vs "Arousal" in Dogs
https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/ (Denise Fenzi), Founder of the famous Fenzi Dog Sport Academy, joins host Laura Reeves for Part 1 of this pow...

506 – Pancreatitis: Acute, Chronic and Other Diseases of the Pancreas from 2021-12-06T09:00

Pancreatitis: Acute, Chronic and Other Diseases of the Pancreas Dr. Marty Greer, DVM joins host Laura Reeves for a deep dive on Pancreatitis, a common ailment in our dogs seen during the holidays, ...

505 – Front and Center with Stephanie Seabrook Hedgepath from 2021-11-29T09:00

Front and Center with Stephanie Seabrook Hedgepath Stephanie Seabrook Hedgepath and host Laura Reeves are back, chasing squirrels and discussing the single most important part of canine structure a...

504 – Dog Trainers and Dog Breeders Working Together from 2021-11-22T09:00

Dog Trainers and Dog Breeders Working Together [caption id="attachment_8671"align="alignleft"width="270"] Kayley Paylor and her Azawakh.[/caption]Kayley Paylor, like many professional dog trainers,...

503 – Examining the History of Sighthounds with Bo Bengtson from 2021-11-15T09:00

Examining the History of Sighthounds with Bo Bengtson Bo Bengtson, author, publisher and Whippet breeder, attended his first dog show in 1958 in his native Sweden. He joins host Laura Reeves for a ...

502 – Seizures in Dogs: Causes, Treatments and Considerations from 2021-11-08T09:00

Seizures in Dogs: Causes, Treatments and Considerations Dr. Marty Greer joins host Laura Reeves for this month’s Veterinary Voice talking about seizures in dogs. Type of seizure, age of onset, caus...

“The Rest of the Story” -- From Craigslist to Number One Field Spaniel from 2021-11-01T09:00

“The Rest of the Story” -- From Craigslist to Number One Field Spaniel Mikala Seymour and her Field Spaniel, Riley, are an impressive team. Riley, GCHB CH Bruce's Living the Life @ Upland, is curre...

Episode 500!!! Celebration of Pure Dog Talk! from 2021-10-25T09:00

Episode 500!!! Celebration of Pure Dog Talk! Welcome to Pure Dog Talk! I am your host Laura Reeves…..These words hit the airwaves for the first time almost exactly five years ago … Five HUNDRED tim...

499 – Tips, Suggestions and Ideas for Growing Clubs from 2021-10-11T09:00

Tips, Suggestions and Ideas for Growing Clubs Pure Dog Talk Patrons join in a roundtable discussion of “how do we grow our clubs.” How do we bring the energy and enthusiasm of new members and combi...

498 – Stephanie Seabrook Hedgepath on Structure from 2021-10-11T09:00

Stephanie Seabrook Hedgepath on Structure AKC judge, Pembroke Welsh Corgi breeder, author and speaker Stephanie Seabrook Hedgepath joins host Laura Reeves for a conversation about canine structure....

497 – Vet Voice: OTC and Home Remedies for Common Ailments from 2021-10-04T09:00

496 -- Owner Handlers: Make a Plan, Manage Expectations from 2021-09-27T09:00

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495 -- Amanda On… Owner Handlers, Winning, Losing and Fun from 2021-09-20T09:00

494 -- Traveling with dogs – Pro Tips, Life Hacks and Tools for Success from 2021-09-13T09:00

493 – Leptospirosis: Deadly Disease for You and Your Dog from 2021-09-06T09:00

492 – Made in America: Western Ranch Dogs Go Mainstream from 2021-08-30T09:00

491 – Show Dogs or Breeding Dogs: the Same Dogs? from 2021-08-23T09:00

490 – History, High Fashion and Legends at Morris and Essex from 2021-08-16T09:00

489 – Lorraine Bisso on the Irish Setter: “most beautiful of all dogs” from 2021-08-09T09:00

Lorraine Bisso on the Irish Setter: “most beautiful of all dogs”AKC judge and Irish Setter breeder Lorraine Bisso shares her passion for the breed with host Laura Reeves. “The standard tells you th...

488 – Veterinary Voice: Congenital and/or Hereditary Definitions from 2021-08-03T09:00

487 -- Cavanaugh on Collaboration, Change and Carrots from 2021-07-26T09:00

486 -- Wayne Cavanaugh: the “Total Dog” Man from 2021-07-19T09:00

485 — Korean Jindo: Independent, reserved, polite and serious from 2021-07-12T09:00

Korean Jindo: Independent, reserved, polite and serious[caption id="attachment_8587"align="alignleft"width="225"] Hannah Yi and her Jindo practicing for Junior Showmanship competition.[/caption]Han...

484 – Five Ps in Passport to Successful Reproduction from 2021-07-05T09:00

483 — Separation Anxiety: Myth Busting with Malena DeMartini from 2021-06-28T09:00

Separation Anxiety: Myth Busting with Malena DeMartinihttps://malenademartini.com/ (Malena DeMartini), canine behavior specialist focused on separation anxiety, joins host Laura Reeves for some myt...

482 – Nutrition in Breeding Dogs with Dr. Gayle Watkins from 2021-06-21T09:00

Nutrition in Breeding Dogs with Dr. Gayle WatkinsDr. Gayle Watkins, founder of Avidog and Head of Education at Good Dog, joins host Laura Reeves for a fascinating and informative conversation on th...

481 – When the Best Laid Plans Go Awry from 2021-06-14T09:00

When the Best Laid Plans Go AwryAmanda Kelly, Fwaggle Toy Manchester Terriers, joins host Laura Reeves for a conversation about dog breeding when you plan ahead, do your research and then the resul...

480 – Which Comes First: Show Ring or Whelping Box? from 2021-06-07T09:00

479 – Anxiety, FOMO or Frustration? from 2021-06-01T09:00

478 — Bryan Martin: Read Your Standard and Dream BIS Line up from 2021-05-24T09:00

Bryan Martin: Read Your Standard and Dream BIS Line upBryan Martin, retired professional handler, former AKC executive field representative and newly minted Hound group judge joins host Laura Reeve...

477 — Bryan Martin: “Basset Boy,” the Early Years from 2021-05-17T09:00

Bryan Martin: “Basset Boy,"the Early YearsBryan Martin, retired professional handler, former AKC executive field representative and new judge of the hound group joins host Laura Reeves for part one...

476 – Research Study Seeks to Predict Hip Dysplasia Early from 2021-05-10T09:00

475 – Multiple Sired Litters: When, Why and How with Dr. Marty Greer from 2021-05-03T09:00

474 – Dreaming of Dual Dogs: Rush Hill Golden Retrievers from 2021-04-26T09:00

473 -- Endowing the Future of Veterinarians from 2021-04-20T09:00

472 — Linda Riedel: International Dog Shows and 50 Years of Dogs from 2021-04-12T09:00

Linda Riedel: International Dog Shows and the Secrets of 180 ChampionsLinda Riedel, AKC judge and breeder of Ramblewood English Springer Spaniels, joins host Laura Reeves for a free-wheeling conver...

471 – Myth Busting in Veterinary Medicine from 2021-04-05T09:00

470 -- Molosser Breeds Evoke Old World Characteristics from 2021-03-29T09:00

469 – Curating Living History Through Purebred Dogs from 2021-03-23T09:00

468 – Bloat 911: Know the Signs, Be Prepared from 2021-03-15T09:00

467 – Proposed CA Legislation Radically Regulates All Dog Breeding from 2021-03-08T09:00

466 – Borzoi: Epitome of Elegant yet Powerful Hound from 2021-03-01T09:00

Borzoi: Epitome of Elegant yet PowerfulBorzoi breeders Kristina Terra and Corrine Miller join host Laura Reeves to learn more about the powerful, elegant sighthounds made popular by Russian no...

465 – Allison On: Tips from the Top on Drop Coat Grooming from 2021-02-22T09:00

Allison On: Tips from the Top on Drop Coat GroomingAllison Alexander, founder of https://leadingedge-dog-show-academy.teachable.com/ (Leading Edge Dog Show Academy) and President of the Canadian Pr...

464 – Autoimmune Disorders: Thyroid Disease from 2021-02-15T09:00

Autoimmune Disorders: Thyroid Disease[caption id="attachment_8506"align="alignleft"width="199"] Dr. Robin Nelson, DVM and her GWP, Outlaw, CH/VC Scotian Tougher than Leather, JH, UDX.[/caption]Dr. ...

463 -- 4H and All-American Dogs Competing in Juniors from 2021-02-08T09:00

462 – Talk ON! Juniors and Canine Partners from 2021-02-01T09:00

Talk ON! Juniors and Canine PartnersAs part of Pure Dog Talk’s commitment to engaging conversations, modeling appropriate dialogue and encouraging thoughtful discussion, we are bringing you two sid...

461 — Genetic Ancestry – Deep Dive on Genetic Testing from 2021-01-25T09:00

Genetic Ancestry – Deep Dive on Genetic TestingAaron Sams, principal scientist at https://embarkvet.com/breeders/?utm_source=pure_dog&utm_medium=web_link&utm_campaign=brd_eng_pure_dog_talk_...

460 -- New Airline Regulations on Service Dogs from 2021-01-19T09:00

459 – Eurasiers: “Floofy,” quiet, mellow companions from 2021-01-11T09:00

458 — Dog Breeding: Back to Basics with Dr. Marty Greer from 2021-01-04T09:00

Dog Breeding: Back to Basics with Dr. Marty GreerDr. Marty Greer joins host Laura Reeves for a review of breeding basics for our bitches. How old? How often? How many Csections? What about an oops?...

457 – Breaking the Sounds of Silence from 2020-12-30T09:00

456 – Rhonda Cassidy: For the Love of Dogs from 2020-12-28T09:00

Rhonda Cassidy: For the Love of DogsDog show photographer Rhonda Cassidy tells the story of the intersection between her lifelong passions for dogs and art. Starting with a newbie’s understanding o...

455 - I'll Be Home For Christmas and the Ghost of Christmas Past from 2020-12-24T09:00

454 – Danish Swedish Farmdogs – Friendly, Low Maintenance, Sturdy from 2020-12-21T09:00

453 – Dr. Jerold Bell: Dog Breeding is Not “Paint by Numbers” from 2020-12-17T09:00

452 – Drentsche Patrijshond: Hunting Dog, Property Dog, Family Dog from 2020-12-14T09:00

Drentsche Patrijshond: Hunting Dog, Property Dog, Family DogRare breeds spotlight continues with the “Drent,” short for Drentsche Patrijshond, the all-purpose hunting dog of The Netherlands. Brian ...

451 – Pandemic Puppy: Inside Scoop on Marty Greer’s New Book from 2020-12-10T09:00

450 -- Lancashire Heelers: Scrappy, Smiling and Opinionated from 2020-12-07T09:00

449 – Dr. Jerold Bell: Popular Sire Syndrome Defined from 2020-12-03T09:00

448 – Nutrition Recommendations in Breeding Dogs from 2020-11-30T09:00

447 -- Giving Thanks in a Pandemic from 2020-11-25T09:00

446 – Mentoring How Tos: How to Give and How to Receive from 2020-11-24T09:00

445 – Stud Dog Shopping with Amanda Kelly from 2020-11-19T09:00

445 – Stud Dog Shopping with Amanda Kelly  Amanda Kelly, Fwaggle Toy Manchester Terriers, joins host Laura Reeves to talk about their favorite thing, shopping! Not for shoes but for stud dogs....

444 – Stud Dog Contract Do’s and Don’ts from 2020-11-16T09:00

443 – A Summertime Garden Party with Westminster KC from 2020-11-12T09:00

442 – How to Prioritize the Males in a Breeding Program from 2020-11-09T09:00

How to Prioritize the Males in a Breeding ProgramDale Martenson, renowned breeder at Touche Japanese Chin, joins host Laura Reeves for a conversation about when, why and how to prioritize male dogs...

441 – Veterinary Voice: Infertility in the Stud Dog from 2020-11-05T09:00

Veterinary Voice: Infertility in the Stud DogNovember is all about boy dogs! Dr. Marty Greer joins host Laura Reeves for a conversation about the causes of infertility in the stud dog. From poor co...

440 – Successfully Collecting, Shipping and Freezing “Swimmers” from 2020-11-02T09:00

Successfully Collecting, Shipping and Storing “Swimmers”Shannon and Sydney Stone from https://icsbnorcal.com/ (ICSB NorCal) join host Laura Reeves for a detailed and educational conversation about ...

439 — Throwbacks: Competition vs Collaboration; Safety and Grace from 2020-10-29T09:00

Throwbacks: Competition vs Collaboration, Safety and GraceLaura throws back to 2017 As the Wheels Turn columns touching on big topics during the final day of Back to School month. You Win. I Lose.M...

438 – Richard Reynolds – Rat Hunter of Manhattan from 2020-10-26T09:00

Richard Reynolds – Rat Hunter of ManhattanRichard Reynolds joins me for part two of our conversation. This time we’re talking rat hunting with Terriers in New York City. [caption id="attachment_839...

437 – Richard Reynolds on Foxhounds and Favors from 2020-10-22T09:00

437 – Richard Reynolds on Foxhounds and Favors  Mr Richard Reynolds is joining us today. This is the first part of a two-part episode. We're going to talk about rat hunting and foxhounds and a...

436 – 10 Tips to Ease Your Journey in the Dog Show World from 2020-10-19T09:00

435 – Hot Topic: Are we “protecting our breeds into extinction”? from 2020-10-15T09:00

434 – Bill McFadden on Dog Shows During Covid: Safety First from 2020-10-12T09:00

Bill McFadden on Dog Shows During COVID: Safety First and Other ObservationsProfessional handler Bill McFadden has attended shows across the country in the four months since the “Learning Cluster” ...

433 -- Five Tips for Staying Motivated During Uncertainty from 2020-10-08T09:00

433 – Product Review: Summit Joint Performance Brings Fast Results from 2020-10-05T09:00

Product Review: Summit Joint Performance Brings Fast ResultsHost Laura Reeves visits with Dorian Farmer and Rhonda Arza talk about Summit Joint Performance. This is a chondroitin product, used for ...

432 — Infertility in Dogs: Regular, Random and Rare Causes from 2020-10-01T09:00

Infertility Issues: Regular, Random and Rare CausesDr. Marty Greer, DVM joins host Laura Reeves for a wide-ranging conversation on the causes of infertility in our breeding bitches. From split seas...

431 – Dalmatians: the “Brilliant, Spotted, Energized” Dogs of Croatia from 2020-09-28T09:00

Dalmatians: the “Brilliant, Spotted, Energized” Dogs of CroatiaDalmatians are our Love the Breeds topic today with enthusiasts Meg Callea, Molly Spengler and Stephanie Podejko joining host Laura Re...

430 -- Everything I Need to Know About Life I Learned from My Dog from 2020-09-24T09:00

429 – Tough Talk on Big Questions from 2020-09-21T09:00

428 -- The Versatile, Velcro Vizsla: Hunting Dog of the Magyar from 2020-09-17T09:00

427 – The Road to Center Stage from 2020-09-14T09:00

426 – Love is in the Air: Genetic Testing Offers “MatchMaking” from 2020-09-10T09:00

Genetic Testing Offers “MatchMaking” CapabilitesAdam Boyko, chief science officer at Embark, joins host Laura Reeves for a science geek out session. “There's really three important reasons to do ge...

425 – Breeder Hacks, Tricks, Tips&Products for Healthier Puppies from 2020-09-07T09:00

424 – Senior Living: Simple Hacks and Good Medicine for Old Dogs from 2020-09-03T09:00

423 -- Cancer Specialist Provides Important Tips on Early Detection from 2020-09-01T09:00

422 – Exploring the Caravan Hounds of India from 2020-08-27T09:00

421 – Find a Spot, Make a Spot: SniffSpot for Dogs and Their People from 2020-08-24T09:00

Find a Spot, Make a Spot: Sniffspot for Dogs and Their PeopleDavid Adams, founder of https://www.sniffspot.com/ (SniffSpot), joins host Laura Reeves to share details of the hot new alternative to d...

420 – Living History on the Silk Road from 2020-08-20T09:00

Living History on the Silk RoadLandrace or Breed in Asiatic SighthoundsDedicated dog enthusiast and researcher Neil Trilokekar joins host Laura Reeves on the fascinating topic of Asiatic Sighthound...

419 – Juniors: Skills That Apply in High Powered Careers from 2020-08-17T09:00

Juniors: Skills That Apply in High Powered CareersCarley and Cameron Simpson join Laura Reeves for a frank, inspiring conversation on how the skills they acquired as top tier junior handlers have i...

418 – Cancer: Genetics, Environment or Both? Study Seeks Answers from 2020-08-13T09:00

417 – Dale On…. Designing a Kennel Building or Dog Room from 2020-08-10T09:00

416 – Neonates: 6 Danger Signs to Watch for in Your New Litter from 2020-08-06T09:00

Neonates: 6 Danger Signs to Watch for in Your New LitterDoctor Marty Greer joins Host Laura Reeves to talk about a topic that is near and dear to both of them. Troubleshooting guidelines for neonat...

415 – Legal Beagles Bring Support to Dog Breeders from 2020-08-03T09:00

414 – Harness the Dog Power: Dryland Mushing Sports from 2020-07-30T09:00

413 – How a Breed Aptitude Test Morphed into a Hot New Sport from 2020-07-27T09:00

412 – German Shepherd Dogs: Myth Busting and Truth Telling from 2020-07-23T09:00

411 – Good Nerves Matter: GSD Working Dogs and Family Companions from 2020-07-20T09:00

410 – Jim Moses and Deborah Stern on German Shepherd Dogs from 2020-07-16T09:00

409 – Prepping for Dog Events in a Masked Society from 2020-07-13T09:00

408 – Janina Laurin Reflects on a Lifetime in Dogs, the Belgian Breeds from 2020-07-09T09:00

407 – Canine Action Photography Tips, Tools and Rules from 2020-07-06T09:00

406 – Veterinary Voice: Scary weird stuff that happens to girl dogs from 2020-07-02T09:00

405 – Black at the Dog Show. What you see and what it is. from 2020-06-29T09:00

404 – The Athletic, Wicked Smart, Primitive Xoloitzcuintli from 2020-06-25T09:00

403 – Virtual Reality: Step by Step to a Rally Title for Your Dog from 2020-06-22T09:00

Virtual Reality: Step by Step to a Rally Title for Your DogTrainer Gabi Vannini from https://www.facebook.com/whatagreatdogrichardson/?eid=ARD1FZ8ZxkjLAErkBXlRThgJiOQ8wAZH5Wdt2GbazQA6QZoVxcUkQl9r4j...

402 – Insight on the Genetics of Hairlessness in Dogs from 2020-06-19T09:00

Insight on the Genetics of Hairlessness in DogsAdam Boyko, Chief science officer and co-founder of https://embarkvet.com/breeders/?utm_source=pure_dog&utm_medium=web_link&utm_campaign=brd_e...

401 – How to Train 15 Tricks for a Virtual Trick Dog Title from 2020-06-15T09:00

Episode 400 – In the Midst of Chaos, a Whiff of Sanity from 2020-06-11T09:00

399 – Breeders Part 2: Family, Friends and Mapping a Journey from 2020-06-08T09:00

Breeders Part 2: Family, Friends and Mapping a JourneyTop Breeders discuss building a family of dogs with small numbers and defined goals.Wendy Paquette, Amanda Kelly and Chris Heartz return to fin...

398 – Getting Under the Skin: Demodex and other Mites from 2020-06-04T09:00

397 — Planning Your “Family” of Dogs: Style and Health from 2020-06-01T09:00

Planning Your"Family"of Dogs: Style and HealthOur topic is breeding. With an emphasis on planning your family of dogs. The question: is consistency of style more important than consistency of healt...

396 – “Doggedly” Pursuing Preservation of Purebred Dogs from 2020-05-28T09:00

“Doggedly” Pursuing Preservation of Purebred DogsHost Laura Reeves and Denise Flaim, author of “Doggedly: Musings on the Breeding, Judging and P [caption id="attachment_8173"align="alignleft"width=...

395 – Is Your Dog an Introvert or an Extrovert? from 2020-05-25T09:00

394 -- Chongqing Dogs: Saving a Primitive Breed from Extinction from 2020-05-21T09:00

393 – Gayle Watkins on Educating Breeders AND Buyers from 2020-05-18T09:00

Gayle Watkins on Educating Breeders AND BuyersDr. Gayle Watkins of https://www.avidog.com/ (Avidog) and host Laura Reeves talk about the importance of educating both breeders and puppy buyers. “We ...

392 – Access to COVID Relief Funds for Dog Professionals from 2020-05-14T09:00

391 – “From the Mouths of Babes”: Learn From Youth | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-05-11T09:00

“From the Mouths of Babes”: Learn From YouthThe dog world is frequently seen as “eating its own” – in other words scaring away new folks who are trying to learn. So, I decided to try learning from ...

390 – Mastitis: Causes, Prevention and Treatment | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-05-07T09:00

Mastitis: Causes, Prevention and TreatmentDr. Marty Greer joins us for our Veterinary Voice. We’re talking about mastitis in lactating bitches. This infection can come on fast and furious with no w...

389 – Working Together Leverages Resources in Rare Breeds | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-05-04T09:00

388 — Auntie Laura Takes on Social Media Bullying | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-04-30T09:00

Auntie Laura Takes on Social Media BullyingWe're going to talk a little something today. This is going to be a little bit of vintage Auntie Laura. We're going to roll out a little bit of carrot and...

387 – WHAT Are Rare Breeds and WHY are They Rare | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-04-27T09:00

WHAT Are Rare Breeds and WHY are They Rare[caption id="attachment_8016"align="alignleft"width="225"] Susi Szeremy, working media at Westminster Kennel Club, with BIS winner GSP, CJ.[/caption]Susi S...

386 – Protecting Diversity and Sharing Quality in Rare Breeds | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-04-23T09:00

Protecting Diversity and Sharing Quality in Rare BreedsHost Laura Reeves is joined by two of North America’s most successful breeders of rare and threatened breeds, Amanda Kelly, Fwaggle Toy Manche...

385 – Bedlington Terrier: “Head of a lamb and the heart of a lion” | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-04-20T09:00

384 – Hungarian Breeds and Plato’s Theory of Forms | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-04-16T09:00

383 -- Barbet: French Water Dog, NOT a Doodle | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-04-13T09:00

382 – Skye Terriers: Hardy, Devoted Breed of the Scottish Isles | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-04-09T09:00

381 – Rare Breeds: Preservation, Promotion and Purposeful Breeding from 2020-04-06T09:00

Rare Breeds: Preservation, Promotion and Purposeful BreedingLet’s kick off a month of Pure Dog Talk conversations, insights and ideas about rare breeds, preservation, promotion and purposeful breed...

380 – Progesterone Timing for Pregnancy Success | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-04-02T09:00

Veterinary Voice: Progesterone Timing for Pregnancy SuccessDr. Marty Greer and host Laura Reeves talk about progesterone, that wonderful chemical inside our girl dogs’ bodies that tells us so much....

379 – How To's for Dog People to Survive Lockdown | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-03-30T09:00

378 – Telemedicine for Pets Fills Need During Pandemic | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-03-26T09:00

377 – New Dog Breeders Offer Hope for the Future | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-03-23T09:00

New Dog Breeders Offer Hope for the FuturePurebred dogs need more, new, young breeders. This is the consensus opinion of our top experts in the field. Preserving our breeds and encouraging more par...

376 -- Eye Health Testing Helps Breeders See Clearly | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-03-19T09:00

375 – Dog Breeding: We’re ALL in this Together | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-03-16T09:00

374 – To Deduct or Not to Deduct: Tax Time for Dog People | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-03-12T09:00

373 – Protecting Ourselves and Our Dogs from Legal Jeopardy | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-03-09T09:00

372 – Bugs are Coming! Safe Products for Breeding Dogs + Coronavirus | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-03-05T09:00

Bugs are Coming! Safe Products for Breeding Dogs + CoronavirusDr. Marty Greer brings her pragmatic Veterinary Voice to the topic of Coronavirus and what products are safe to use for flea, tick and ...

371 – Pugs: Mischievous and Charming Companions CAN Work | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-03-02T09:00

Pugs: Mischievous and Charming Companions CAN WorkThree long-time breeders join host Laura Reeves to talk about all things Pugs. Kim Langlands, Brenda Belmonte and Patti Kolesar Stoltz share the jo...

370 – How Judges Decide Placements: Conformation and Obedience | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-02-27T09:00

369 – Judges Share View from the Center of the Ring | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-02-24T09:00

Judges Share View from the Center of the Ring[caption id="attachment_7733"align="alignleft"width="240"] The Prairie Christmas Dog Show judging panel on"pajama day"...[/caption] These judges share t...

368 – Beauceron: Rustic Farm Dog and Living Fence | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-02-20T09:00

Beauceron: Rustic Farm Dog and Living FenceOur Love the Breeds panel discusses Beauceron, the ancient French farm dog described as a “living fence” in their native country. [caption id="attachment_...

367 – Dog Breeding is Art AND Science with DNA Testing | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-02-17T09:00

366 – Winning the Messaging War with Better Marketing from 2020-02-13T09:00

365 -- Junior Showmanship from Competing to Judging | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-02-10T09:00

364 - Healthy, Happy Travels to Westminster Kennel Club from 2020-02-06T09:00

Healthy, Happy Travels to Westminster Kennel ClubDr. Marty Greer provides thorough and thoughtful advice for keeping your dog healthy and happy on the way and at the big show.Preparing the DogEnter...

363 — Reactive Dogs: Learn their Language | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-02-03T09:00

363 -- Reactive Dogs: Learn to Speak “Dog” for Better Outcomes | Pure Dog Talk  Distance increasing and distance decreasing body language  Hard, sharp barks, showing teeth are distance in...

362 — Joseph Vergnetti: the Art and Science of Dog Breeding | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-01-30T09:00

361 – Specialty vs All Breed Part 2: Identifying Solutions | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-01-27T09:00

Specialty vs All Breed Part 2: Identifying SolutionsOur experts are back to help us identify solutions to the dilemma of specialty versus all breed shows. Part one is available for listening https:...

360 — Specialty vs All Breed Dog Shows | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-01-23T09:00

Specialty vs All Breed Dog ShowsIn certain breeds, the judging of breed specialists and at specialty shows draws higher entries and is of greater interest to the exhibitors than the day in, day out...

359 – “Space Whippet,” Insta Celeb, Provides Social Media Tips | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-01-20T09:00

“Space Whippet,” Insta Celeb, Provides Social Media TipsBeth Gordon acquired a race-bred whippet after her mixed breed rescue developed IVDD (intervertebral disc disease). Kuiper the Space Whippet'...

358 – Dale&Jane Martenson: Touche Japanese Chin | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-01-16T09:00

357 – Genetic Testing Helps You Swipe Right for Your Dog | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-01-13T09:00

Genetic Testing Helps You Swipe Right for Your DogToday’s dog breeders are getting a boost from the burgeoning field of genetic testing. https://www.dobermandiversityproject.org/ (Doberman Diversit...

356 – Soul Dog: Investigative Journalist’s Poodle Journey | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-01-09T09:00

Soul Dog: Investigative Journalist’s Poodle JourneyEmmy award-winning investigative journalist Elena Mannes shares her story of the journey on which she embarked with her first dog, a Standard Pood...

355 – Scott Sommer on Owner/Professional Handlers Relationship | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-01-06T09:00

Scott Sommer on the Owner/Professional Handlers RelationshipScott Sommer, handler of two different Westminster Kennel Club Best in Show winners is back for the third and final installment of his co...

354 – Veterinary Legislation is Slippery Slope for Pet Owners | Pure Dog Talk from 2020-01-02T09:00

Veterinary Legislation is Slippery Slope for Pet OwnersDr. Marty Greer, DVM, NAIA (National Animal Interest Alliance) board member, puts on her legislative hat and talks with host Laura Reeves...

353 - Scott Sommer 2: Money in Dog Shows and Setting Goals | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-12-30T09:00

352 – Scott Sommer: Work Hard and Never Stop Trying | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-12-26T12:00

Scott Sommer: Work Hard and Never Stop TryingScott Sommer, one of only a handful of people to show multiple dogs to Best in Show at Westminster Kennel Club, offers his best advice for success. Both...

351 – Attitude of Gratitude at the Holidays | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-12-23T09:00

Attitude of Gratitude at the Holidays Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, blessed holy days, praise the universe for Winter Solstice and a joyous new year to one and all. As we celebrate the fourth Pu...

350 — Guy Hull: Australian Cattle Dogs and the History of Australia | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-12-19T14:00

Australian Cattle Dogs and the History of AustraliaAuthor, researcher and purebred dog enthusiast Guy Hull shares the fascinating history of the development of Australian Cattle Dogs and how they h...

349 – Azawakh: The Camp Guardians of the Tuareg People | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-12-16T09:00

Azawakh: The Camp Guardians of the Tuareg People“Nothing Fragile About This Breed at All”The Azawakh is one of AKC’s newest recognized breeds. The long-legged, aloof hounds have been in the US sinc...

348 -- Juan Miranda: Survivor, Judge, Influencer | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-12-12T12:00

Juan Miranda: Survivor, Judge, Influencer Juan Miranda, FCI's youngest all-breeds judge, survived a car-jacking attack and returned to purebred dogs. Miranda was just leaving his office in Mex...

347 — Tracy Szaras: “Pretty Good, but it’s Not Perfect Yet” | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-12-09T04:15:36

Tracy Szaras: “It Looks Pretty Good, but it’s Not Perfect Yet” BIS at Montgomery County Kennel Club 2019.Professional handler Tracy Szaras, whose Hungarian heritage leads her mother to describe her...

346 – Safely Incorporating Our Dogs in Holiday Festivities | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-12-05T19:51:34

Safely Incorporating Our Dogs in Holiday Festivities Dr. Marty Greer, DVM and Host Laura Reeves riff on safely incorporating our pets in the holiday festivities, from electricity to plants to food ...

345 – Ideas to Grow Our Sport: Amateur CH, Critiques, Welcome | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-12-02T15:39:19

Ideas to Grow Our Sport: Amateur Champion, Critiques, Welcome Join a conversation between judges and exhibitors brainstorming ideas to grow the sport of purebred dogs. Lesley Hiltz, Karen Ericson a...

344 – Inspiring True Story: From First Show to Best in Show | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-11-28T18:54:22

Inspiring True Story: From First Show to Best in Show Antoinelle Vulpis and“Archer” winning BIS Sunday at The Kennel Club of Philadelphia. Antoinelle Vulpis chose a Skye Terrier as her...

343 — Saturday Symposium – Preservation Breeding With Experts | Pure DogTalk from 2019-11-25T16:11:19

Saturday Symposium – Preservation Breeding With Experts Host and Moderator Laura Reeves is joined by breeders/judges Lesley Hiltz, Sid Marx and Karen Ericson at the Whidbey Island Kennel Club with ...

342 – History: To Understand the Present, Must Know the Past | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-11-21T19:28:25

History: To Understand the Present, Must Know the Past Lesley Hiltz, long time Beagle breeder and conformation judge, details a new history project launched by Beagle enthusiasts worldwide.“The Bea...

341 – How One “Dog Person” is Revolutionizing Flying Our Dogs | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-11-18T21:36:10

How One “Dog Person” is Revolutionizing Flying Our Dogs Pilar Kuhn is revolutionizing flying purebred dogs. Kuhn and her husband Rod Ott are breeders of Scottish Terriers and Bouvier des Flandres. ...

340 – The Uber Dog Needs a Job: German Wirehaired Pointer | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-11-14T19:47:49

The Uber Dog Needs a Job: German Wirehaired Pointer The German Wirehaired Pointer is generally the smartest dog in the room, according to panelists at the GWPCA national specialty show.“They’...

339 – Crowd Sourcing Knowledge of Devastating Disease | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-11-11T18:46:59

Crowd Sourcing Knowledge of Devastating Disease Barb Jenness, chair of the Newfoundland Club of America http://www.newfoundlandforelimbanomaly.com/ (Forelimb Anomaly Committee), joins host Laura Re...

338 — Intestinal Blockages: Prevention, Treatment, Recovery | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-11-07T20:37:23

Intestinal Blockages: Prevention, Treatment, Recovery Dr. Marty Greer DVM shares some horror stories of what and why dogs eat things they shouldn’t that cause intestinal blockages. An ounce of prev...

337 – Black&Tan Dynamos: The Wash&Wear Manchester | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-11-04T20:03:32

Black& Tan Dynamos: The Wash& Wear Manchester Fun loving, smart, active, long-lived, wash and wear… The Manchester Terrier is an all-around favorite as a companion. The https://ameri...

336 – 20th Century Secrets in a 21st Century Format, Jaraluv | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-10-31T19:45:55

20th Century Secrets in a 21st Century Format, Jaraluv MBIS Ch. Jaraluv Ouija – Faith’s daughter who holds the BIS record for Deerhounds in the US with 21 All Breed BIS. Pictured here at 8 years at...

335 – Jaraluv Scottish Deerhounds: 7 Secrets to Success | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-10-28T15:09:16

Jaraluv Scottish Deerhounds: 7 Secrets to Success BIS& MBISS Ch. Jaraluv Keep The Faith, shown here at Eukanuba. Three-time consecutive national specialty winner— 2002, 2003, and 2004. R...

334 – Golden Retriever Breed Education with Michael Faulkner | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-10-24T17:43:43

Golden Retriever Breed Education with Michael Faulkner In honor of the Golden Retriever National Specialty, currently under way in Southern California, Host Laura Reeves visits with legendary judge...

333 – Pyrenean Shepherd: Small, Smart, Rare | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-10-21T19:30:21

Pyrenean Shepherd: Small, Smart, Rare Joni McKeown with Pyrenean ShepherdsPyrenean Shepherd fancier Joni McKeown shares details of this endangered herding breed from the Pyrenees mountains of Franc...

332 — Secret to Success with Owner-Handler Matt Palmer | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-10-17T13:40:37

Secret to Success with Owner-Handler Matt Palmer Missouri public defender Matt Palmer, with his Golden Retriever, on his way to winning Best of Breed at Westminster Kennel Club with his first show ...

331 – John Buddie part 2: Respect, Reverence and Romance | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-10-14T16:57:30

John Buddie part 2: Respect, Reverence and Romance Master Breeder, John Buddie, Tartanside Collies, talks about the three“Rs”: Respect of the individuals who went before, reverence of f...

330 – Breeding Rules from John Buddie, Tartanside Collies | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-10-10T14:48:18

Breeding Rules from John Buddie, Tartanside Collies John Buddie with L to R– Ch.Tartanside Picturesque, Ch. Tartanside Audaicious (lying) Ch. Tartanside Arabesque, Ch. Tartanside Limerick Deb...

 329 – Dogs Saving Cats: Livestock Guardians and Cheetahs | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-10-07T16:08:51

Dogs Saving Cats: Livestock Guardians and Cheetahs Dr. Laurie Marker with one of the Livestock Guarding Dogs bred and raised by the Cheetah Conservation Fund to give farmers in Namibia safety for t...

328 – Poopy Happens: Puppy Diarrhea Causes and Treatments | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-10-03T18:48:28

Poopy Happens: Puppy Diarrhea Causes and Treatments Puppy diarrhea can be serious and dangerous due to dehydration risks, says Dr. Marty Greer, DVM. While “poopy happens” is a pretty common issue i...

327 – MORE on Preserving Our Breeds. What can WE do? | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-09-30T18:34:44

MORE on Preserving Our Breeds. What can WE do? Today we have more lively conversation. Pure Dog Talk’s host Laura Reeves moderates part 2 of a Saturday Symposium panel discussion at the Rogue Valle...

326 – Preserving Our Breeds. What can WE do? Discussion pt. 1 | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-09-26T18:21

Preserving Our Breeds. What can WE do? Pure Dog Talk’s host Laura Reeves moderates a Saturday Symposium panel discussion at the Rogue Valley Kennel Club show on the topic of “Preserving Our Breeds....

325 – Dog Judging, Rumors and Reality Checks | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-09-23T21:57:25

Dog Judging, Rumors and Reality Checks AKC judge Lee Whittier, founder of https://puredogtalk.com/blog/49-winning-from-the-judges-perspective-dog-show-mentor-lee-whittier/ (Dog Show Mentor) and a f...

324 – Veterinary Voice: Allergies! Food, Inhalant, Fleas&More | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-09-19T18:00:22

Veterinary Voice: Allergies! Food, Inhalant, Fleas& More Food allergies are not as common as people believe, according to veterinarian Marty Greer. Inhalant, contact and flea allergies are more...

323 – Marketing Strategy Ensures Viability of Endangered Breed | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-09-16T16:51:48

Marketing Strategy Ensures Viability of Endangered Breed Dandie Dinmont TerrierJody Moxham is a Dandie Dinmont Terrier fancier and a globally successful marketing professional. She was asked by her...

322 – The Winning Edge! Panel Discussion With the Masters | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-09-12T17:33:10

The Winning Edge! Panel Discussion With the Masters Host Laura Reeves moderates a Friday Night Forum Panel Discussion on the topic of the“Winning Edge” with Judges Rick Gschwender and P...

321 — Tricks Are for Show Dogs! Improve Focus in the Ring | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-09-10T03:16:13

Tricks Are for Show Dogs! Improve Focus in the Ring Show Dog Prep School founder, Vicki Ronchette, provides tips for training tricks to show dogs to help them focus and have fun.“Training tri...

320 – You ARE What You Eat and So is Your Dog | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-09-05T15:24:42

You ARE What You Eat and So is Your Dog Dr. Diane Brown, CEO of the http://www.akcchf.org/ (AKC Canine Health Foundation), joins us again to talk about fascinating new research on the “gut-brain ax...

319 — Cavalettis for Show Dogs with Vicki Ronchette | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-09-02T20:48:07

Cavalettis for Show Dogs with Vicki Ronchette

Show Dog Prep School founder Vicki Ronchette shares her tips and tools for using cavalettis to train body awareness, conditioning and more. Listen

318 – Owner Handler Secrets: Make a Plan and Be Consistent | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-08-29T20:54:14

Owner Handler Secrets to Success: Make a Plan and Be Consistent

Remy Smith-Lewis, breeder, owner, handler of Portugese Water Dogs, shares the secrets that took him to the top, winning his...

317 – New Resources for Purebred Dog Enthusiasts | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-08-26T21:05:56

New Resources for Purebred Dog Enthusiasts

Host Laura Reeves visits with two exhibitors, Cara Ryckman and Michelle Conroy, who have each taken huge steps to create resources to benefit pu...

316 — Ireland’s “Heritage Status” for Native Dog Breeds | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-08-22T17:04:37

Ireland Designates “Heritage Status” for Native Dog Breeds

Sean Delmar, president of the Irish Kennel Club and Kerry Blue Terrier breeder, has just achieved the holy grail of “heritage st...

315 — Dr. Adam King on Eye Emergencies in Dogs | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-08-19T18:54:45

Dr. Adam King on Eye Emergencies in Dogs

Dr. Adam King, DVM, is a veterinary ophthalmologist and a Havanese breeder of merit. He talks with host Laura Reeves about the various eye emergen...

314 – Dog Shows Through the Eyes of Newbies | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-08-15T19:20:51

Dog Shows Through the Eyes of Newbies

I was honored to visit with four brand “newbies” recently in a panel discussion format. These folks shared truly valuable information abo...

313 — Falconry: Relationship of Human, Dog, Bird of Prey | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-08-12T18:22:24

Falconry: Historic Relationship of Human, Dog and Bird of Prey

 

Ste...

312 — Susan Giles on the Lhasa Apso, Grooming and Breeding | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-08-08T06:48:56

Susan Giles on the Lhasa Apso, Grooming Secrets and Breeding

Susan Giles, Lhasa Apso breeder for 45 ...

311 – Rescue Overreach: Prevention Best Recourse | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-08-05T18:24:38

Rescue Overreach: Ounce of Prevention Worth a Pound of Cure

Dog Savvy Lawyer Jen Amundsen joins host Laura Reeves for a frank and, frankly, frightening conversation about what recourse we...

310 – Vet Voice: Breed Specific Anesthesia Fact and Fiction | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-08-01T16:30:48

Breed Specific Anesthesia Fact and Fiction

Dr. Marty Greer brings us information about breed specific anesthesia myths and realities to provide peace of mind and knowledge.

R...

309 — Breeding for type, consistency while keeping a low COI | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-07-29T22:58:03

Breeding for type, consistency while keeping a low COI

Victor Stora, Shetland Sheepdog bre...

308 – Bill Shelton, chapter 3: bottlenecks, marketing, adaptability | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-07-25T17:22:56

Bill Shelton, chapter 3: Genetic bottlenecks, marketing, adaptability

Renowned breeder and judge Bill Shelton and host Laura Reeves finish up their wide-ranging conversation on dog breedi...

307 – Bill Shelton, part 2: Breeding for Genetic Diversity | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-07-22T17:52:47

Bill Shelton on Breeding for Genetic Diversity, Breeding Up and More

In part two of our series, Bill Shelton, leading advocate for preservation dog breeders, and host Laura Reeves have a ...

306 – Bill Shelton on Positive Messaging in Purebred Dogs | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-07-18T17:55:40

Bill Shelton on Positive Messaging in Purebred Dogs

Bill Shelton imparts his wisdom in part one of a three-part series from a wide-ranging conversation about positive messaging in purebre...

305 — Anne Katona on judging, retirement, owner handlers | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-07-15T17:00:35

Anne Katona on judging, retirement, owner handlers

Long time judge Anne Katona shares her insights about judging, announces her planned retirement in January 2021 and offers encouragement...

304 – Bulldogs, professionals and imprinting type with Jay Serion | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-07-11T15:09:47

Bulldogs, professionals and imprinting type with Jay Serion

Specialist Jay Serion talks about bulldogs, having pride as a handler, starting in the trenches and establishing a vision of ty...

303 – Canine dentistry: What you need to know about oral health | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-07-08T17:36:33

Canine dentistry: What you need to know about oral health

By listener request, here’s everything you need to know about oral health with Veterinary Dental Specialist, Dr. Jeff Schre...

302 – Vet Voice: Pre-breeding Protocols, Folic Acid and More | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-07-05T16:05:32

Pre-breeding Protocols, Folic Acid, Cleft Palate and More

Dr. Marty Greer, DVM, JD, joins us for an important conversation about pre-breeding protocols. Greer provides insight on what to ...

301 — Ring Stewards: The Unsung Heroes of the Dog Show | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-07-01T16:46:54

Ring Stewards: The Unsung Heroes of the Dog Show

Kevin Ellingson, member of the Listen

300 — Episode 300!! Favors, Table Training and Hot Dogs | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-06-27T16:57:15

Episode 300!! Favors, Table Training and Hot Dogs

Holy hot dogs batman… Episode 300?! How did THAT happen? Time flies when you’re having fun!

Honestly, a year ago, I wasn’t at a...

299 – Final Thoughts from the Legends: Juniors, New Judges | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-06-24T16:44:23

Final Thoughts from the Legends: Juniors, New Judges

The final installation from the Pure Dog Talk Friday Night Forum at Del Monte Kennel Club in 2017 with Pat Trotter, Dorothy Macdonald ...

298 – Legends part 2: What NOT to do, Too Many Dog Shows  | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-06-21T15:17:42

Legends part 2: What NOT to do, Too Many Dog Shows and More

Today’s episode is a continuation of the conversation at the Pure Dog Talk Friday Night Forum at Del Monte Kennel Club in...

297 – Standards: Reading, Interpreting and Understanding the Blueprint | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-06-17T16:35:21

Standards: Reading, Interpreting and Understanding the Blueprint

Nannette Newbury, judges education coordinator for United States Australian Shepherd Association, breaks down breed standa...

296 – Pat Trotter, Dorothy Macdonald and Kim Meredith Speak at Forum | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-06-13T17:20:07

Pat Trotter, Dorothy Macdonald and Kim Meredith Speak at Forum

Today’s episode is part one of a Pure Dog Talk Friday Night Forum at Del Monte Kennel Club in 2017. The panel features Listen

295 — Dogs Just Want to Have Fun: Increasing Focus in Performance | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-06-10T17:48:57

Dogs Just Want to Have Fun: Increasing Focus in Performance Dogs

Dr. Paige Pierce, veterinary behaviorist, speaks to the topic of increasing focus in overly social dogs during performance...

294 – Veterinary Voice: Brachycephalic Breeds’ Health and Legislation | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-06-06T18:05:33

Veterinary Voice: Brachycephalic Breeds’ Health and Legislation

Dr. Marty Greer visits with host Laura Reeves about the health and recent international legislation impacting Brachycephali...

293 – Coloring the Future: Artist Creates Purebred Dog Designs | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-06-03T18:17:44

Coloring the Future: Artist Creates Purebred Dog Designs

Sandy Mesmer is an artist, Silky Terrier breeder and purebred dog enthusiast who has designed and published the first of a planned...

292 — Jeff Heim: “Dog Shows Are Not Dying” and Other Punditry | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-05-30T18:21:55

Jeff Heim: “Dog Shows Are Not Dying” and Other Punditry

Professional handler, Jeff Heim, reflects on 50 years of learning, from cattle judging in FFA to observing handlers and judges at d...

291 – Shetland Sheepdog – Smart, Versatile, Adaptable | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-05-27T18:25:53

Shetland Sheepdog – Smart, Versatile, Adaptable

Host Laura Reeves visited the American Shetland Sheepdog Association National specialty for a multi-generational roundtable discussion of S...

290 — Commentary: Fun Matches and Rethinking Rankings | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-05-23T17:05:49

Commentary: Fun Matches and Rethinking Rankings

Host Laura Reeves sat down with Lori Wilson-Paust to talk about fun matches, the need for “picnics in the park” that build the ...

289 — Insurance Plans Go to the Dogs | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-05-20T19:10:45

Insurance Plans Go to the Dogs 

PetPartners President John Wycoff joins host Laura Reeves to talk about the how’s and why’s of insurance for our dogs.



“Pets can get ...

288 — Hounds on the American Frontier with Custer | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-05-16T18:37:40

Hounds on the American Frontier with Custer 

Author Brian Duggan’s journey to the publication of...

287 — Tibetan Spaniels: From Monastery Walls to the Back of the Sofa | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-05-13T17:30:36

Tibetan Spaniels: From Monastery Walls to the Back of the Sofa

Host Laura Reeves caught up with three longtime breeders of Tibetan Spaniels, Kay Dickeson, Mallory Driskill and Carol Tyte,...

286 – AKC Vet at the Junction of Tradition and the New Millennium | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-05-09T16:43:52

AKC Vet at the Junction of Tradition and the New Millennium

Jerry Klein, AKC’s Chief Veterinary Officer, is at the junction of tradition and the new millennium. AKC created the position i...

285 – Type vs Style in the St. Bernard: Breeders’ Discussion Panel | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-05-06T17:34:09

Type vs Style in the Saint Bernard: Breeders’ Discussion Panel

Host Laura Reeves moderated a Breeders’ Discussion Panel at the 2018 Saint Bernard Club of America National Specialty. Three...

284 – Veterinary Ethics and Building a Relationship with Your Vet | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-05-02T18:05:29

Veterinary Ethics and Building a Relationship with Your Vet

Dr. Marty Greer, DVM, JD, president of the Society for Veterinary Medical Ethics visits with Host Laura Reeves about how breede...

283 – Dachshund Field Trials and Earthdog Tests Preserve Instinct | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-04-29T16:25:23

Dachshund Field Trials and Earthdog Tests Preserve Instinct

Dachshund breeder and field judge Jennifer Milosavljevic shares the excitement of Dachshund field trials  and Earthdog tests. Listen

282 — John Reeve-Newson: Be Kind and Show Good Manners| Pure Dog Talk from 2019-04-25T12:10:18

John Reeve-Newson: Be Kind and Show Good Manners

John Reeve-Newson graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in 1964 and soon after that returned to Toronto to establish The Animal Cl...

281 – Karelian Bear Dogs Saving Lives in Washington | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-04-22T11:48:54

Karelian Bear Dogs Saving Lives in Washington

Nick Jorg is an officer in the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife who works with Karelian Bear Dogs to manage bears and large predato...

280 — Richard Lopaschuk on Form and Function, Education and Judging | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-04-18T17:55:58

Richard Lopaschuk on Form and Function, Education and Judging

Richard Lopaschuk, an all-breeds judge from Canada, said his priority in the ring is form and function.

“All these ...

279 – Brian Cordova on Poodles, PCA and the Definition of “Poodly” | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-04-15T16:08:17

Brian Cordova on Poodles, PCA and the Definition of “Poodly”

Miniature Poodle breeder Brian Cordova visits with host Laura Reeves about all things “poodly,” PCA (hint, Christmas in April!...

278 — Pat Hastings Wants to Make YOU a Winner With New Book | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-04-11T17:36:58

Pat Hastings Wants to Make YOU a Winner With New Book

Author, breeder, handler, judge. Pat Hastings has worn an array of hats in the dog world. Her new book “Let’s Make You a Winner: A Ju...

277 – Hunting Poodles at Poodle Club of America: No, Really! | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-04-08T18:38:14

Hunting Poodles at Poodle Club of America… No, Really!

Jaci Bowman, owner, trainer and handler of hunting Poodles, joins host Laura Reeves to talk about retrieving, upland bird hunt...

276 – Trafficking in Deadly Diseases from Foreign “Rescues” | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-04-04T18:07:03

Trafficking in Deadly Diseases from Foreign “Rescues”

Our guest blog post today is from Nancy Melone, with additional information about the deadly diseases arriving with foreign “re...

275 — PureDogTalk’s “News” Report for Monday, April 1 | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-04-01T17:11:25

All the News That’s Fit to Record

Welcome to Pure Dog Talk’s “News” Report for Monday, April 1, 2019. I’m your host Laura Reeves.

We start today’s show with a brand new re...

274 — Pam Bruce: Crime Scene Investigator and Dog Show Judge | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-03-28T17:55:22

Pam Bruce: Crime Scene Investigator and Dog Show Judge

Canadian and AKC judge Pam Bruce recounts her background working as a police investigator for the elite Special Victims Unit in Toro...

273 — Herding Dogs: “Eye,” Competition and Genetic Instinct | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-03-25T19:51:42

Herding Dogs: “Eye,” Competition and Genetic Instinct

Herding dog trainer and Shetland Sheepdog breeder Tammy Van Deusen joins host Laura Reev...

272 – Pam Bruce: Memories and the Essence of Style in Purebred Dogs | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-03-21T19:12:52

Pam Bruce: Memories and the Essence of Style in Purebred Dogs

Pam Bruce, fourth generation Canadian dog fancier, joins host Laura Reeves in part one of a wide-ranging very personal interv...

271 — Jeff Pepper on PBGV and the Importance of Performance | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-03-18T05:00:46

Jeff Pepper on PBGV and Understanding Standards Through Performance

Jeff Pepper, AKC judge, breeder and Listen

270 – David Fitzpatrick on Pekingese, the Palace Dogs of Peking | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-03-14T18:35:14

David Fitzpatrick on Pekingese, the Palace Dogs of Peking

David Fitzpatrick, 2012 Westminster Kennel Club B...

269 – Authors: Clean Paws Are Very Important For a Scottie, You Know | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-03-11T19:14:01

Clean Paws Are Very Important For a Scottie, You Know

Pilar Kuhn and Rod Ott, authors of the award-winning children’s book “Clean Paws are Very Important for a Scottie, You Know” joined h...

268 – Veterinary Voice: Newborn Puppy Risk Factors | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-03-07T19:31:16

Managing the Neonate – Early Detection and Management of Newborn Risk Factors

By Dr. Marty Greer, DVM, JD Listen

267 – Dog Friendly Adventure Travel Takes Off | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-03-04T20:07:49

Travel with your dog to see amazing sights

David Blank founded Happy Tails Canine Adventure Tours, designed s...

266 – Westminster KC Treasure Trove: The VOICE of MSG and Yukon Vet | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-02-28T20:01:57

Westminster KC Treasure Trove: The VOICE of MSG and Yukon Vet

“May we have the hound group please” may be the most thrilling line in dogdom. Westminster Kennel Club announcer Michael LaFa...

265 – #takebackourstory: How YOU Can Help the Fight | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-02-25T20:07:42

#takebackourstory: how YOU Can Help the Fight for Breeders’ Rights

AKC Vice President of Government Relations Sheila Goffe shares details about the Listen

264 — Carlos Puig: All About Dachshunds and Getting in a Dog’s Head | Pure Dog Talk from 2019-02-21T19:45:50

Carlos Puig: All About Dachshunds and Getting in a Dog’s Head

Anyone who watched the joy with which the Longhaired Dachshund, Burns, showed at Westminster Kennel Club last week, or loves ...