Straight Up Dog Talk Podcast

Episode 12 - PetMatRx Supplements and Nutrition with Tannisha - Opal

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On this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Tannisha from PetMatRx joins us to discuss supplements and their benefits for your dog. Many dog owners struggle in this area as they don’t know what to give their pets or why they are giving it.
 
Tannisha lays an excellent foundation and introduces the audience to the PetMatRx Thrive Pack and their new product Calm. Em shares her experience with the products so far.
 
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Episode 11 - Pet Loss & Grief with Ness - Rex

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Have you been through the heartbreak of losing your first dog?
 
Life after losing your first dog as an adult can be very difficult to navigate. Between struggling with people saying things like, “Stop crying, it was just a dog” and the utter guilt you feel when having to decide if it is the right time to let your pet go, it truly is emotional chaos.
 
In this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Ness graciously shares the story of the loss of her beloved dog Rex. She shares Rex’s story with joy, guilt, and tears. Ness navigates us through her decision to humanely euthanize her best friend in her home and why.
 
Losing our dogs is one of the most difficult things we must navigate as dog owners. Straight Up Dog Talk wants to normalize talking about our loss and truly processing. Please reach out to Em, Ness or connect with others on our Discord Community. No one should have to go through the loss of their pet alone.
 
Follow Ness on Instagram and TikTok :theplantnessmonster 
 
For Information about In-Home Euthanasia in your area click here: https://www.inhomepeteuthanasia.com/
 

Episode 10 - Rescuing and Training a Service Dog with Brittney - Diamond, Tyson, Ivy & Quinn

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Have you ever thought about having 4 dogs at the same time?
 
On today’s episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, we talk with Brittney about all 4 of her dogs and each of their rescue stories. Brittney discusses the importance of knowing each of your dog's personalities and how to spend time with them individually.
 
Additionally, Em, Josh, and Brittney talk about the importance of speaking up about mental health. Brittney talks about how she decided to Service her dog Quinn and the journey they have begun with building her confidence and starting to learn how tasking works.
 
We can’t wait to do a follow-up episode with Brittney once Quinn is OFFICIALLY a Service Dog and talk more about the training process and how it went.
 
Interested in learning more about Service Dogs?? Start here: https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/service-dog-training-101/
 
AKC is not the only way to service a dog, it just is a good starting point for education and VALID resources.
 
Follow Brittney, Diamond, Tyson, Ivy & Quinn on Instagram & TikTok: rescuednrowdy
 
Rescued & Rowdy’s Website and Affiliate Links: https://msha.ke/rescuednrowdy
 
Train with Mia: https://www.wagmorenyc.org/
 

Episode 9 - Custom Pet Tags with Melissa & Marina from Tag4MyPet

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On this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, we visit with Melissa and Marina, the mom-and-daughter duo behind Tag4MyPet. This small business features hand-stamped and laser-printed customizable tags for all of your pets. Melissa and Marina share their passion for rescuing pets and their mission to ensure that every lost pet is safely returned home.
 
Follow Melissa & Marina on Instagram & TikTok: tag4mypet
 
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Episode 8 - Nutrition & Enrichment with Maddie from Brinkley’s Official LLC

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On this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, we visit with Maddie about how her dog’s allergies led to her creating a small business. Allergies in dogs are very common and more and more owners are changing the way they feed their pets. Dog nutrition isn’t heavily regulated and it takes a lot of time and research to learn what your dog needs to remain healthy.
 
Maddie shares information about her nutritional pouches, enrichment ideas, and an overall run down of what is important to your dog’s health and well-being. 
 
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Episode 7 - Dog Sports with Kathleen - Sparky, Layla & Harry

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If you are interested in dog sports this is the episode for you!
 
Today on Straight Up Dog Talk our guest Kathleen will guide us through her life with her 3 dogs  Sparky, Layla & Harry. Sparky and Layla are Pros when it comes to posing for photos. Sparky also keeps Kathleen busy with his participation in dog agility sports! Harry is the mellow fellow and just watches the rest of the gang with mild interest.
 
Kathleen shares Sparky's achievements as a competitive agility, rally and trick dog. You can also visit https://www.akc.org/ to learn more about Dog Agility Sports and how to get involved in your area!
 
You can follow Kathleen, Sparky, Layla and Harry on various social media platforms listed below. 
 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/puppuccinosparky/
Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@puppuccinosparky
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tootsiebuster1

Episode 6 - Fostering to Foster Fail with Cydne - Gene Gene

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On this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk Cydne shares her experience as a foster to adopt home for rescues. Her touching and imperfect journey is a perfect example of showing potential foster homes what they are signing up for.
 
At the end of her journey with fostering Cydne recognizes that she's been ready to be a dog mom permanently and she shares how she foster failed with Gene Gene.
 
If you are interested in fostering please reach out for help finding rescues near you!
 
You can follow Cydne & Gene Gene on their social media platforms listed below.
 
Follow Cydne & Gene Gene on Instagram: cydnewashington & TikTok: pitty_gene_gene
 

Episode 5 - The Fishing Mutts with Halie - Teddy & Lennie

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Have you ever wondered what hiking, fishing or even rafting with your dogs is like?
 
In this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk our guest Halie shares her personal experience as well as important information in regards to including your dogs on BIG adventures. 
 
Halie shares some resources for learning more about the areas you plan to adventure in as well as her social media platforms and personal website listed below!
 
American Whitewater - A resource that lists difficulty ratings of rivers - americanwhitewater.org
 
The Swiftwater Safety Institute - water safety courses - swiftwatersafetyinstitute.com
 
US Geological Survey - river flow data - https://waterdata.usgs.gov/nwis/rt
 
The Fishing Mutts Website - https://trailsandtrout.com/
 
Follow on Instagram and Tik Toc: @thefishingmutts

Episode 4 - Shelter Overpopulation Crisis with Mattison - Remi

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Did you know that at just ONE shelter in California this year over 2200 dogs have been euthanized due to overcrowding?
 
This is a harsh reality in the world of rescue. Some dogs make it out with minutes to spare but a vast majority are being euthanized due to minor behavioral and health issues, simply because there is no space.
 
On today’s episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Mattison will tell us what it looks like behind the rescue/shelter doors. Not only will she explain WHY this is happening but she will also give you recommendations on how YOU can help by donating time instead of money.
 
This is a crisis situation and the problem isn’t going to go away overnight. We need to work together and put a stop to contributing factors like backyard breeding and hoarding.
 
Follow Mattison on Instagram and TikTok: freedbytraining and unpacked.stream
 
For more information on training with Mattison visit: mattison@fureverlearning.com
 
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Episode 3 - Outdated Training Methods with Lauren - Stella

Training methods have evolved SO much in the past 20 years!
 
Methods and “certain” trainers that were popular in 2002 are now the bane of the training world. While many types of training are available, balanced and force-free seem to be the most popular types currently.
 
In this episode, we will chat with Lauren, a CPDT-KA. (Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed) about outdated training methods. Specifically on dominant and forced behavior training and why it is dangerous and damaging to your pets. We will also touch on a couple of controversial trainers who seem to have a large following and guide you on how to choose a trainer that is not only qualified to train you and your dog but that will adapt to your dog’s individual needs.
 
Not every trainer is right for every dog. Not every training style is right for every dog. It is time to learn how to pick the best trainer for our dog's needs, just like we would want to pick the correct doctor or therapist for ourselves.
 
Follow Lauren and Stella on Instagram: sitstaystella_ and TikTok: sitstaystella
 
For more about Training with Lauren visit: https://www.sitstaystella.com/