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Hosted by Julie Swan · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 181 episodes
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Welcome to the Honest Dog Breeder Podcast, with me, your host, Julie Swan, where each week we dive in to discuss all things dog breeding, so you can build a breeding business you love, producing dogs that fulfill their owner's dreams. I believe you can have an honest dog breeding program, that also pays the bills. So throw those pods in your ears while you're cleaning kennels—I'd love to join you.
Julie Swan hosts The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast, a education show with 181 episodes published.
When I tell breeders to raise their puppy price by $1,000, the immediate reaction is usually, "Not for my breed, not in my area, and not in this economy." I get why your brain goes there. Tacking a random $1,000 onto you
In this episode, I'm tearing down the toxic misconception that you're only an "ethical" breeder if you're broke, exhausted, and barely breaking even. We break down the hidden costs of breeding that so many people ignore—
My dogs paid for my recent cruise—and even as I say that publicly, a tiny part of me feels like I should apologize or defend it. Why is it that when a contractor pulls up in a brand-new truck, we assume he's successful a
I recently sparked some heated social media "discussions" by pointing out a hard, inconvenient truth: if honest breeders stop breeding, the demand for puppies doesn't magically disappear. It just gets funneled directly t
We've all seen it: that picture-perfect puppy on Instagram that looks like it was born to lounge on a designer couch. But what happens when that cute aesthetic turns into a living, breathing behavioral nightmare? In this
Think rock is just rock? Think again! In this episode of our Facility Factor series, Julie sits down with rock and gravel extraordinaire Laurie Fenly, who spent 17 years managing a massive commercial rock yard. Laurie sh
Did you know that 90% of the smell from a kennel is the flooring? When you get the right flooring, not only does it not harbor smells, but it's easier to clean, saving you precious time and labor. It's also much safer an
If you are tired of having dogs take over your living room or puppies whelping in your bathtub, this episode is a mandatory listen! Julie sits down with her husband Bill—a veteran general contractor—to break down the raw
If managing your dogs feels exhausting, the problem isn't your dogs—it's your facilities. A great setup should make your daily life easy , saving you from the exhausting "management cycles" of juggling dog rotations and
One of the most heartbreaking scenarios in breeding: the dog who is "taken care of, but not loved." Tucker, a returned dog, had perfect vet records and auto-shipped food, but lived a life of isolation because he didn't f
I recently saw a license plate that read "ShipWrk" next to a sticker saying, "I run a tight shipwreck," and it really hit a nerve about how often we breeders wear our chaos as a badge of honor. In this episode, I'm divin
Whether you are moving through a season of growth or looking to simplify, it's time to stop treading water and start making decisions based on clarity instead of pressure. If you're ready to trade the overwhelm in your l
In this episode, I'm digging into a pattern I see constantly: breeders who feel stuck in the chaos, they know they're doing too much but they don't know how to stop. We're exploring how your identity—the version of yours
Why does "doing it right" feel so exhausting? If you've ever felt judged for your feeding choices, overwhelmed by puppy curriculums, or drained by 24/7 buyer messages, this episode is for you. I'm breaking down the "Prox
This episode is all about the "money" side of breeding that many people feel uncomfortable talking about: puppy deposits. From the classic debate over non-refundable fees to the massive legal shifts happening in Californ
The New Year often comes with a lot of noise and pressure, but I believe real progress starts with slowing down to see where you actually stand. In this episode, I'm walking you through a simple reflection process to hel
Christmas is the one time of year I finally slow down enough to reflect on whether my life and my breeding program are actually in alignment with the dreams I have for my family. In this episode, I'm digging into the ide
In this episode, I'm breaking down why even the best puppies won't sell if your messaging is out of sync, and how a few strategic pivots can help you finally reach your ideal buyer. By getting into alignment, you can sto
In our final episode of the series, we hear from Dana Filatova of Kismet Labradoodles in Ashville, NC, as she recounts the essential, sometimes challenging, lessons learned from her very first litter. Dana's debut litter
Today we welcome Andrea Gardner of Desert Sky Poodles in Utah, who brings a truly unique perspective to the world of dog breeding, shaped by her background in agricultural education. Andrea explains how the principles of
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Associate Professor in the School of Public and Population Health at Boise State University · Ironwood American Bistro
1 appearance on this show
Andrea Jones
MBA, PMP, Speaker, author of Stop Starting. Start Finishing. · Maple Hill Doodles
1 appearance on this show
Dana Filatova
Kismet Labradoodles
1 appearance on this show
Andrea Gardner
Desert Sky Poodles
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Leilani Nichols
Northwest Cairn Terriers
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Sarah Whitman
Bonnie Brae Collies
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Bill Wyatt
DubDub Danes
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Cynthia Kelly
Regis Regal German Shepherds
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Kari Roach
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Apex Anatolians
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Twilight Doodles
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The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast is hosted by Julie Swan. The show is categorised under education (business) and has published 181 episodes.
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