The Quirky Dog

Dec 24 2024 271 ep. 30 mins 6

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If you love your dog but are frustrated with quirky behavior, this podcast will help you understand and change that behavior.

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Merry Christmas from The Quirky Dog

Dec 24 2024 39 mins

This week, Jess and Scott welcome the one and only Dave Garofalo, owner of Two Guys Smoke Shop and famous podcaster from The Cigar Authority to celebrate the holidays! If you are joining us the day this podcast releases, Merry Christmas and thank you for letting us share this special day with you! What lessons has 2024 brought? How much do people spend on their pets over the h

Introducing 2024 Dog of the Year

Dec 18 2024 33 mins

This week, The Quirky Dog invites Dyane Delemarre on to chat about her incredible Borderwhippet, Mako. Mako was chosen as 2024 Dog of The Year because of his exceptional athleticism and glowing temperament. Why did Dyane choose Mako as a sports companion? How does Mako stand out from other competitive dock diving dogs? What are Dyane’s future goals with Mako? To donate to

Dogs Forming Friendships

Dec 17 2024 20 mins

This week, Jess and Scott discuss dog friendships. Social dogs that seem to enjoy all dogs equally may have dozens of friends. However, dogs with select taste may only have a handful of friends in a lifetime. Some dogs only have one friend and others may live out their entire lives friendless, especially if the dog isn't social. This episode unpacks all the angles. How can you he

The 7 Deadly Sins of Dog Ownership

Dec 11 2024 21 mins

This week, Jess discusses seven qualities to avoid if you want to be a good dog owner while Scott is at home recovering from the flu. Jess walks you through seven principles you definitely want to avoid living by when owning a dog. Why is holding your dog accountable important? How does teaching your dog to accept confinement help both you and your dog in the long run? What ar

Test Driving A Dog With Foster Mom

Dec 04 2024 32 mins

This week, Jess and Scott welcome Haley Mullins who has fostered close to 50 dogs in the northwestern United States. Haley shares the highs and lows of the foster mom life and joins the podcast as one of Jess’s sorority sisters from the University of Michigan. How can someone become a foster home? What if you fall in love with your foster dog? Why does fostering often make

Should You Break Up With Your Dog Trainer?

Nov 20 2024 27 mins

This week, Jess and Scott discuss when it may be appropriate to switch dog trainers. Whether it is a personality conflict, poor business practice, or a lack of results, you should always feel comfortable leaving a relationship with your current dog trainer and beginning a new relationship with someone else. Where is the best place to find a competent dog trainer? Why is compatibi

Examining Client Relations

Nov 13 2024 22 mins

This week, Jess and Scott discuss the relationships they form with their dog training clients. Often times, being a family’s dog trainer means you are welcomed into a client’s home as well as their family dynamic. How have the relationships with clients evolved over the years? Why does your business model matter in regards to client relations? What is the significance a

Jumping Into Dog Sports With All Paws Featuring Chad, Magaly, and Kenai

Nov 06 2024 32 mins

This week, Jess and Scott welcome their clients Chad Neidigh and Magaly Sandoval as well as their awesome Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, Kenai. After Kenai recently celebrated his first birthday, Chad and Magaly discuss his first trip to Nationals for dock diving. What is the main motivator for competing in dog sports with Kenai? How has the dock diving world differed fro

Cancel Culture in Dogs

Oct 30 2024 21 mins

This week, Jess and Scott discuss the volatility that exists in the online dog world today. Dog professionals preying on other dog professionals has become more prominent over this past year, and this episode explains how toxic that approach can be for all parties. What is the danger of controlling access to information? How is it possible some of the key players involved in

Scratching The Itch

Oct 23 2024 20 mins

This week, Jess and Scott discuss itching. While a simple scratch here and there may appear normal, excessive itching can stem from some more serious issues as well as create additional problems. This episode focuses on some common causes of itching as well as a myriad of solutions. What is the best way to stop itching? Can itching be behavioral? Why is controlling the urge