Episodes
Oct. 25, 2022
Hope’s Story: An 8,000-Mile Odyssey | Dog Edition #69
Who drives across the American continent, then flies to Europe, and then drives across THAT continent to smuggle a banned breed into the UK? Emma’s mom does, that’s who … so that rescue pittie, Hope, doesn’t get left behind.
Oct. 18, 2022
Vows & Bowwows: Dogs in Weddings | Dog Edition #68
Some bridal couples think their special day will not feel complete without their pup. And thus, an entirely new type of wedding business is born.
Oct. 11, 2022
Saving 500 Dogs at a Time | Dog Edition #67
Discover how a shelter in Buenos Aires has created a haven for hundreds of homeless dogs, and how it’s linked with man landing on the moon.
Oct. 4, 2022
Being Homeless with a Dog | Dog Edition #66
We often instinctively feel pity for dogs living on the streets with their unhoused humans … but are they in trouble? Today we talk to experts about the homeless and their beloved dogs.
Sept. 27, 2022
The Queen’s Corgis: An 89-Year Love Affair | Dog Edition #65
In commemoration of Queen Elizabeth II we remember her extraordinary 89-year relationship with corgis.
Sept. 20, 2022
Wag the Vote | Dog Edition #64
If dogs could vote, they would! Dogs and politics can go hand in hand, in the most unexpected ways.
Sept. 13, 2022
Lights, Camera, Bark! Hollywood Dogs | Dog Edition #63
Dogs have been stealing scenes in movies and television since the beginning. Here’s how their trainers make it look easy.
Sept. 6, 2022
Dogs Recovering Precious Remains | Dog Edition #62
Can a dog recognize a person’s scent even after cremation? And can they scent those cremains even in an area reduced to ashes by wildfire?
Aug. 23, 2022
Dog Myths Debunked | Dog Edition #61
Jim and Clare dig into dog myths and fetch the truth about common canine misconceptions.
Aug. 9, 2022
Dogs Helping Dementia Patients | Dog Edition #60
Dementia is incurable, but one Jack Russel is doing her best to bring light and love to those afflicted.
July 26, 2022
Stewart the Hotel Dog | Dog Edition #59
Meet Stewart, a guide dog that didn’t make the grade, but fell into a life of luxury.
July 12, 2022
Failed Dog Adoptions: When Love Doesn’t Conquer All | Dog Edition #58
Sometimes dog adoption just doesn’t work out, no matter how desperately you want it to.
June 28, 2022
Gobi the Desert Dog: From China to Scotland | Dog Edition #57
When Dion Leonard set out to run 155 miles in the Gobi Desert, he never expected to find a running companion.
June 14, 2022
Sniffing Out Truffles and Other Treasures | Dog Edition #56
Dog noses are at least 100,000 times more sensitive than ours! Their super noses can be used to sniff out truffles, landmines, rare coins....and more!
May 31, 2022
The Lost Dogs of War in Ukraine | Dog Edition #55
Since Russia has invaded Ukraine, millions of people have been displaced. Among them are pet owners faced with a horrific dilemma: how to save their pets?
May 17, 2022
Crossing International Borders with Your Dog | Dog Edition #54
Adventures are always better when you bring your dog. Just make sure you have the right paperwork!
May 3, 2022
Dogs as Medicine | Dog Edition #53
Mary Poppins sings “a spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down.” But what about a spoonful of the essence of a dog? Dogs can help mend the soul, and according to some 17th-century recipes, maybe even a sore throat.
April 19, 2022
Back To Nature With Our Dogs | Dog Edition #52
It’s only April, but we’re already dreaming of summer camping, dock diving, and other epic adventures with our easiest outdoor companions … our dogs.
March 15, 2022
Conservation Canines | Dog Edition #51
We traveled around the world to bring you stories of conservation canines using their super sniffers and prey drive to help humans and nature coexist. From bear dogs in the desert, to plant detectors in the tropics, we have a lot to share today on Dog Edition.
March 1, 2022
A Texas Sized Problem | Dog Edition #50
Dog Edition takes you on an investigative journey to better understand how Houston’s animal population has gotten so out of control, and what can be done to remedy the situation.
Feb. 15, 2022
When Dog Adoptions Don’t Work Out | Dog Edition #49
The pain and shame of having to rehome a newly-adopted puppy is exquisite, but sometimes dog lovers have to put the needs of the dog first. Stephanie Nelson shares her own experience and Lisa Giesick explains why she did the exact right thing.
Feb. 1, 2022
When Dogs Talk Back | Dog Edition #48
Ever wonder what your dog would tell you if they spoke your language? We are taking a deep dive into the growing trend of using AAC (Assistive and Alternative Communication) buttons to teach our dogs to “talk”.
Jan. 18, 2022
Betty White - An Appreciation | Dog Edition #47
Betty White wasn’t just the world’s classiest, most hilarious entertainer. She was also a massive dog lover.
Jan. 4, 2022
Dogs as Healers | Dog Edition #46
You’ve probably found yourself seeking comfort from your dog when times are tough; perhaps your dog has even helped you process and understand difficult emotions. So what is it about dogs that makes them such excellent therapists?