Your Family Dog Podcast

Have you ever wished there was some sort of emergency hotline you could call for help with your dog? Well, you're in luck because it turns out there is! Today we welcome to the show Amy Castro, founder and host of the...

We all like a good treat now and then and our dogs are no exception. All too often, though, commercially available dog treats are packed full of allergens, sugar, wheat, and other undesirable ingredient that can...

A few years ago, writer Bruce Littlefield looked at his pet and dog and realized something- dogs have life figured out. They wake up each day looking to make the best of every moment. They understand what’s important...

So many of us have been there- our otherwise house trained dog (or cat!) suddenly decides that *this* corner of the house is *theirs* and needs to be claimed as such. Now, we can't get them to leave it alone, no matter...

Most of us have probably wondered what it would be like if our dog was a person. Now, a new novel by writer A.J. Symon explores that very idea. Written to honor the unconditional love and joy his golden retriever...

The topic of "special needs" is one that's come up plenty of times before on Your Family Dog. Whether it's the kid, the dog, or both who function a little differently, navigating and supporting those needs can be...

Many of us know firsthand the difference assistance dogs can make in people's lives. However, these furry assistants don't come cheap, and many people who might otherwise benefit from their presence find themselves...

Chanel knew Maplewood Park held fun surprises. She just didn't expect one of them to be Milo. When a curious little terrier named Chanel meets a gentle, thoughtful big dog called Milo, an unexpected friendship...

A mani/pedi may be relaxing for many of us, but not so much for our dogs. Anyone who has ever tried to trim a dog's toenails knows what a pain it can be- sometimes literally, when a stressed paw jerk or a mistimed clip...

YFD is on a short hiatus, as Tina gets some well-deserved R&R. We’ll be back with new episodes next week, but in the meantime, we’re re-releasing one of our most popular episodes. Enjoy this quick trip down memory lane...

Many of us love the hustle and bustle of city life, but unfortunately, our pets don't always agree. From the endless barrage of sounds and smells to unnerving experiences like riding elevators, urban environments often...

When we think of "first responders," our minds naturally go first to firefighters, police officers, and EMTs and the valuable work they do for people in emergencies. What we tend to overlook, however, is that animals...

"Cancer" isn't a word anybody wants to hear, either from their doctor or from their vet. For many of us, that word brings with it a host of worries, fears, and uncertainties. It can be hard to know where to look for...

We've all experienced the sudden panic that comes with realizing our dog ate something they weren't supposed to- chocolate, raisins, Aunt Gertrude's blood pressure medication. And with that panic comes a flood of...

<p>As much as we might wish differently, we all know that our dogs, no matter how much we love them, can't live forever. But that doesn't mean we can't help them live as long as possible. When it comes to helping your...