Straight Up Dog Talk Podcast

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   1. Episode 22 - (NSFW) Idiopathic Aggression/Rage Syndrome and Humane Euthanasia with Lana, Ares & Loki

   TRIGGER WARNING - This episode contains graphic details and emotions regarding euthanizing a pet due to severe aggression. Both Em and Lana, get very real and very emotional. This is not an episode for children and maybe not one to listen to at work, at least not without headphones. Being a dog guardian comes with a lot of responsibility and a lot of tough decisions. From start to finish the dog’s life and well-being is in YOUR hands. This includes having to make the very difficult decision to l

   May 15,2024 43:12
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   2. Episode 21 - Plants and Dogs with Felicia, Larry & Daryl

   On this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Em’s “planty” friend from Instagram Felicia. Discovering a mutual love for plants and dogs made the pair instant friends! Felicia shares her story about her life with dogs and plants, as well as some more personal stories about being a dog owner. If you want help with your plants or your dogs, Felicia is the person to follow! Follow Felicia, Larry & Daryl on TikTok: pothosiblyaboutplants & Instagram: pothosiblyaboutplants & larrysndhisbrotherdaryl

   May 08,2024 35:57
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   3. Episode 20 - Life with a Beagle - Veeta & Habby

   This episode features a paid partnership with PetMatRxFollow PetMatRx on Instagram: @petmatrxPurchase your PetMatRx Products: https://petmatrx.com/?ref=straightupdogtalkUse Straight Up Dog Talk's Code to save 15% off your PetMatRx purchase: SUDT15 On this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, we visit with Veeta and learn all about day-to-day life with a beagle. Veeta shares that she was previously fearful of dogs and how Habby has changed her perspective on dogs as a whole. While covering a range of

   May 01,2024 43:08
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   4. Episode 19 - All Things Dog with Denise Fenzi

   This episode features a paid partnership with PetMatRxFollow PetMatRx on Instagram: @petmatrxPurchase your PetMatRx Products: https://petmatrx.com/?ref=straightupdogtalkUse Straight Up Dog Talk's Code to save 15% off your PetMatRx purchase: SUDT15On this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Em chats with Denise Fenzi about all things dog. From training to dog sports to just being good humans, Em and Denise reinforce what the dog world should be all about, Community. Denise shares bits and pieces of

   Apr 24,2024 55:54
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   5. Episode 18 - Cancer Treatment, Care and Nutrition with Alexis - Buster, Ella, and Hudson

   On this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, we visit with Alexis who shares her journey with Buster and his Cancer diagnosis. Alexis shares nutrition information and explains how your dog’s diet can be fuel for Cancer. She also explains some other alternative care methods in regard to her dog's health.  From Chemo to more holistic methods, Alexis shares a great amount of information on what has worked for them during this difficult time. Please remember that we are sharing experiences and that Stra

   Apr 17,2024 37:16
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   6. Episode 17 - Friends & Dogs - Josh & Jenn - Artie/Ollie&Odie

   On this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Em brings in Josh and his wife Jenn. The trio are long-time friends and share a love for dogs. After letting the listeners get to know a little about Josh through previous episodes, Em wanted to dedicate an entire episode to her friends.  Josh and Jenn open up about their experience rescuing three dogs and then integrating those dogs.  Josh and Jenn share details about loss as well as reactivity. The trio shares some funny insights on their friendship and

   Apr 10,2024 52:32
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   7. Episode 16 - Trick Training at Home (non-competitive) with April - Holly & Smokey

   Not every Trick Dog has to compete! In this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Em and Josh visit with April and learn all about her two dogs Holly and Smokey and their shared passion for tricks. April does an awesome job of telling the listeners how she got started and how she motivates her dogs to learn new tricks. In addition, April shares some funny stories about both dogs and shares information on how to earn Trick Titles for your Dogs WITHOUT having to go in person, which is GREAT for reactiv

   Apr 03,2024 51:49
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   8. Episode 15 - Rescuing a Heart Worm Positive Dog, Treatment and Recovery with Molly - Polo

   Imagine finding a dog on the side of the road in the middle of nowhere. Then taking him to a local shelter to check for a microchip and spending over a month getting that dog returned to you to foster all the way from Alabama to Massachusetts. Foster failing and falling in love with your new dog only to find out that he has been heartworm positive since probably before you found him. Join Em and Josh as we discuss this heart-wrenching story with Molly about her dog Polo. While this story has a h

   Mar 27,2024 49:11
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   9. Episode 14 -Shelter Dogs in need with WildWolfePack Treats owner Bridget - Wendy, Eevee & Suzie

   On this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, our guest Bridget talks about her passion for rescue and how it spurred her to find ways to advocate further for dogs in rescues. After the tragic loss of one of the shelter dogs, Bridget decided that she didn’t ever want another dog to go through something like that again. Wild Wolfe Pack Treats started because of two bananas that became 200 treats and an amazing idea. Em’s dogs Fitz and Toby are obsessed with these treats, especially the chicken and par

   Mar 20,2024 53:48
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    10. Episode 13 - Backyard breeding, puppy mills, and shelter overpopulation with Ashley from Flag The Breeders

    On this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, our guest Ashley dives in deep to help educate owners and non-owners alike on the issues that are hurting the rescue world so badly right now. Ashley explains how backyard breeding and puppy mills are contributing to the current overpopulation crisis and how EVERYONE can help. Ashley teaches the listeners how to identify backyard breeders and puppy mills. Advises you on where NOT to purchase a dog from and talks about how to identify a proper rescue. In a

    Mar 13,2024 47:39
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    11. Episode 12 - PetMatRx Supplements and Nutrition with Tannisha - Opal

    This episode is sponsored by PetMatRxFollow PetMatRx on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petmatrx/Purchase your PetMatRx Products: https://petmatrx.com/?ref=straightupdogtalkUse Straight Up Dog Talk's Code to save 15% off your PetMatRx purchase: SUDT15 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. Tannis

    Mar 06,2024 46:24
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    12. Episode 11 - Pet Loss & Grief with Ness - Rex

    This episode features a paid partnership with PetMatRxFollow PetMatRx on Instagram: @petmatrxPurchase your PetMatRx Products: https://petmatrx.com/?ref=straightupdogtalkUse Straight Up Dog Talk's Code to save 15% off your PetMatRx purchase: SUDT15 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 f

    Feb 28,2024 53:30
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    13. Episode 10 - Rescuing and Training a Service Dog with Brittney - Diamond, Tyson, Ivy & Quinn

    This episode features a paid partnership with PetMatRxFollow PetMatRx on Instagram: @petmatrxPurchase your PetMatRx Products: https://petmatrx.com/?ref=straightupdogtalkUse Straight Up Dog Talk's Code to save 15% off your PetMatRx purchase: SUDT15andThis episode features a paid partnership with Pack AnimalsFollow Pack Animals on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joinpackanimals/Get to know Pack Animals: https://www.packanimals.com/Have you ever thought about having 4 dogs at the same time? On

    Feb 21,2024 46:42
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    14. Episode 9 - Custom Pet Tags with Melissa & Marina from Tag4MyPet

    This episode features a paid partnership with PetMatRxFollow PetMatRx on Instagram: @petmatrxPurchase your PetMatRx Products: https://petmatrx.com/?ref=straightupdogtalkUse Straight Up Dog Talk's Code to save 15% off your PetMatRx purchase: SUDT15 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 pas

    Feb 14,2024 37:34
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    15. Episode 8 - Nutrition & Enrichment with Maddie from Brinkley’s Official LLC

    This episode features a paid partnership with PetMatRxFollow PetMatRx on Instagram: @petmatrxPurchase your PetMatRx Products: https://petmatrx.com/?ref=straightupdogtalkUse Straight Up Dog Talk's Code to save 15% off your PetMatRx purchase: SUDT15 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

    Feb 07,2024 45:07
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    16. Episode 7 - Dog Sports with Kathleen - Sparky, Layla & Harry

    This episode features a paid partnership with PetMatRxFollow PetMatRx on Instagram: @petmatrxPurchase your PetMatRx Products: https://petmatrx.com/?ref=straightupdogtalkUse Straight Up Dog Talk's Code to save 15% off your PetMatRx purchase: SUDT15 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. Spark

    Jan 31,2024 45:52
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    17. Episode 6 - Fostering to Foster Fail with Cydne - Gene Gene

    This episode features a paid partnership with PetMatRxFollow PetMatRx on Instagram: @petmatrxPurchase your PetMatRx Products: https://petmatrx.com/?ref=straightupdogtalkUse Straight Up Dog Talk's Code to save 15% off your PetMatRx purchase: SUDT15 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

    Jan 24,2024 56:12
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    18. Episode 5 - The Fishing Mutts with Halie - Teddy & Lennie

    This episode features a paid partnership with PetMatRxFollow PetMatRx on Instagram: @petmatrxPurchase your PetMatRx Products: https://petmatrx.com/?ref=straightupdogtalkUse Straight Up Dog Talk's Code to save 15% off your PetMatRx purchase: SUDT15andThis episode features a paid partnership with Tag4MyPetFollow Tag4MyPet on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tag4mypet/Purchase your Tag4MyPet Products: https://tag4mypet.com/Use Straight Up Dog Talk's Code to save 15% off your Tag4MyPet purchase:

    Jan 17,2024 52:58
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    19. Episode 4 - Shelter Overpopulation Crisis with Mattison - Remi

    This episode features a paid partnership with PetMatRxFollow PetMatRx on Instagram: @petmatrxPurchase your PetMatRx Products: https://petmatrx.com/?ref=straightupdogtalkUse Straight Up Dog Talk's Code to save 15% off your PetMatRx purchase: SUDT15 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

    Jan 10,2024 50:01
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    20. Episode 1 - Emily and Josh Introduction

    Welcome to Straight Up Dog Talk!On our very first episode you will meet your Podcast Host Em and Producer Josh. This episode is just the first of MANY conversations we will be having about all things dog related! From training tactics to breed banning, end-of-life care to pet nutrition, no topic is off limits on the Straight Up Dog Talk podcast. Here, dog experts and owners come together to share their stories and what they’ve learned along the way. Vulnerable and unfiltered, Straight Up Dog Tal

    Jan 03,2024 14:17
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    21. Episode 2 - UK Bully Breed Ban with Charleigh & Nichola - Enzo & Biggie

    Can you imagine being offered $250 to turn over your beloved dog and euthanize it? There is a lot of speculation about what IS going to happen with the Bully Ban in the UK. The descriptions and measurements provided on the government website are vague and best. UK owners are rightfully upset, confused and working hard to try to mitigate losing their dogs in this ban. On this episode, Charleigh and her mother Nichola tell us all about their dog Enzo and the issues that they have faced since the b

    Jan 03,2024 01:07:40
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    22. 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 damag

    Jan 03,2024 50:44
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    23. Teaser Episode 2

    Straight Up Dog Talk is COMING SOON!How soon you ask? Look for the Season 1 Release on 01/03/2024!On our final teaser episode, Em meets with Mattison and Jerri of unPACKed Podcast to make a BIG announcement!Catch up on Season 1 of unPACKed while you wait for Straight Up Dog to release on 01/03/2024 as well as Season 2 of unPACKed on 01/04/2024!Check out Mattison and Jerri’s Training pages as well as unPACKed on Instagram to listen today!Mattison’s Instagram: freedbytrainingWebsite: https://www.f

    Dec 06,2023 07:26
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    24. Straight Up Dog Talk Promo

    A safe space for dog owners and experts to navigate tough topics. Coming soon!

    Oct 30,2023 01:33