Dogs are the Best Friends
We're here to share uplifting and enlightening stories with you! What kind of stories? Why dog stories, of course. Dog lovers share about their best friends. Sometimes, we'll just laugh and enjoy together. Other times, we'll learn more about care (both physical and mental), communication (training), and companionship, so as to create a truly unique human-dog bond. Join us on the journey!
Episodes
48 episodes
Ep 47 - Ryan of Not That Ryan Reynolds YouTube Channel shares how Carson’s personality is larger than life!
This episode:Carson an Akita mix is the long awaited best friend of Ryan. He’s 3 years old now and was adopted at 7 months. His work ethic for toys is awesome and so fun to hear about. At the time of...
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Episode 47
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20:52
Ep 46- Cody, Maleen’s hiking buddy, sensei, and soul mate
Today's episode:Maleen and Cody have been best friends for the past 14 and a half years. They have traversed mountains and all sorts of hiking trails together. They might've started off a little rocky on the first night but they...
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Episode 46
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16:49
Ep 45 - Kent and his Border Collies work together to re-home wild geese
Today’s stories come from Kent of Goosemasters and Kuykendall Border Collies. Kent has worked with dogs since the age of 2. No exaggerating there! Most of the stories are about Border Collies but he has had man...
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Episode 45
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21:03
Ep 44 - Be a dog story detective and figure out DATBF's most downloaded episodes!
Are you a true crime fan? Well, try your dog detective skills with this episode. Have a seat on your haunches and figure out which episodes these sound clips are from. These are the most downloaded episodes so far!Shar...
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Episode 44
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19:42
Ep 43 - Jacob and Honey have to come to an understanding
Today's story comes from Jacob as he shares how he had to get used to his now fiance's dog, Honey. He talks about the adjustment to a high energy dog and her two settings of on and off. Jacob was already a dog lover but Honey brough...
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Episode 43
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18:47
Ep 42 - April, a Bulldog mix, and Arty, a Border Collie, model what true friends do
This episode:Today’s guest, Madalyn, talks about her dogs April, and Arty. These two dogs bring her not only friendship but the skills they have for being true there-for-her friends are great examples for all of us to ...
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Episode 42
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21:28
Ep 41 - Dawn’s soulful dogs have brought love and life changes
Episode 41 - Today’s guest, Dawn Chitty, shares about Baxter, her Pug/Boston Terrier mix, and Walter, her French Bulldog. These two sweet souls have had a profound effect on her life and the life of her family....
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Episode 41
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19:59
Ep 40 - Raven Scott, her mini Schnauzer, Filly, and fun with dog Zodiac personalities
This episode:Raven and I met through a class we took last Summer. She asked for some dog training help with her dog, Filly, so we worked together over Zoom for a few sessions. We became friends through that and today R...
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Episode 40
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18:25
Ep 39 - Sydney and her Mastiff mixes learn from each other
This episode:Sydney shares about Oso and Riis, her Mastiff mixes. Riis was found abandoned and in need of care but also in need of confidence-building training. Oso, who she raised from a puppy, was well trained...
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Episode 39
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17:15
Ep 38 - Lex and her Belgian Malinois, Riot, live a joyous, nomadic life
This episode:I learned about Lex and Riot because they have their own YouTube channel where they share about living as nomads. Lex shares information and images such as practical advice to the beautiful places they vis...
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Episode 38
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21:03
Ep 37 - Dogs are a gift: each a unique blessing / the truth about poisonous Christmas plants
This episode:Today, Cynthia, our guest from episode 34, shares a little bit about each story of 5 of her rescue dogs. Their stories are ones that can teach us that however, a dog enters our lives, it can be an amazing ...
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Episode 37
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17:58
Ep 36 - Nala's human pack gives her a wonderful life
About Episode 36 - Ashley shares about the family dog, Nala, and the German Shepherd's funny habits, tricks and endearing ways. As an artist, Ashley uses her talent to bring animal owners' joy by capturing their favorite pets.&...
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Episode 36
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17:58
Ep 35 - How positivity has made all the difference to former scaredy dog, Bentley
Amber shares about her mixed dog, Bentley, who is one of Flynn’s very good buddies. Bentley can look a bit scary to people who have had bad interactions with pit bull or boxer mixes. Amber shares how not only is he not an aggressive dog b...
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Episode 35
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17:06
Ep 34 - Cynthia shares how each rescue dog has turned into a heart dog
This episode: Today's guest, Cynthia, shares how her life has been changed by rescues and why she is so dedicated to always choosing a rescue dog. Her most recent dog, Demi, has a sweet personality in spite of living i...
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Episode 34
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19:41
Ep 33 - How Joe's dog, Frankie, inspired a book / Training Tip: how your dog can welcome visitors without jumping
This episode:Joe shares how Frankie came into his and his wife’s life and completely changed it. Frankie showed them a better and fuller life with his strength and friendship. Joe talks about how the book is mean...
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Episode 33
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22:17
Ep 32 - Meghan’s puppy, Fitz, brings fun and lots of new lessons / Training: how dogs think
This episode:Meghan shares about her German Shepherd puppy, Fitz. He’s a beautiful boy and he’s proving to be a challenge as well. Have a listen to learn from her own hard-earned knowledge! If you plan on g...
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Episode 32
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21:44
Ep 31- Brian and a homeless dog find their way / Training tip: start this now to take great dog holiday pictures
This episode:Brian Dineen shares about how dogs have always been a part of his life and how his former wild dog, Gigi, has taught him some great lessons. We learn about why he enjoys his work - from starting ...
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Episode 31
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18:45
Ep 30 - Gail shares important truths about seeing eye dogs
About this episode:Gail Hamilton has a unique take on seeing eye dogs as she is blind and has had 5 in her life so far. She has been waiting for a 6th one for over 18 months now due to the pandemic. Gail share...
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Episode 30
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20:18
Ep 29 - Norma’s Nellie and Nancy: 2 characters that bring happiness
About this episode:My dear friend Julie is majorly "crazy for the canines" and she got it from her mom, Norma. Norma shares about her current dogs, Nellie and Nancy, along with some sweet dogs from her past. Nell...
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16:44
Ep 28 - Krista's Wag Out Loud Pawdcast: important dog health messages
About this episode:Krista has a podcast focused on dog health and wellness. She has guests that share important and helpful information with the intent of helping us help our pups to be healthier and with us as lo...
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Episode 28
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17:38
Ep 27 - Bailey's family shares great ideas and honest lessons about raising a puppy
About this episode:Andrea shares about Bailey, a now almost 5 month old puppy who has brought joy and laughter along with many lessons! As Andrea and her family now know well, puppies are a ton of work but they have l...
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Episode 27
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19:34
Ep. 26 - Lisa Van Der Wielen's Life of Dogs and Their Stories
Ep. 26 - About this episode:Lisa Van Der Wielen is a children’s author but her picture books appeal to all of us dog lovers! She’s an Aussie that is so crazy for the canines that she has a dog as the star in all of her boo...
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Episode 26
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19:41
Ep 25 - Dogs vs Doors; Coach Alex Ray's life changing decision; Heart & Soul Dogs
Today is Wisdom Wednesday!First up, is a mini-training session with Tiffany Nguyen of Return to Calm (returntocalm.org) to change Filly's habit of charging the door and her human Dad whe...
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Episode 25
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22:23
Ep. 24 - Coach Alex Ray shares how changing his mindset saved his dog Gideon
About this episode:Coach Alex Ray shares just how close his dog, Gideon, came to being returned to the rescue. Too close! From an impossible to live with dog to a joyous friend and teacher, Gideon’s story will in...
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Episode 24
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19:29