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733 — Dog Breeders Under Fire: the National Legislative Push Against Responsible Breeders
Dog Breeders Under Fire: the National Legislative Push Against Responsible Breeders A sweeping mandatory sterilization bill in Hawaii refuses to die. It’s part of a coordinated national campaign targeting responsible breeders and dog sports. Responsible dog owners and breeders across the country are facing a coordinated legislative push that threatens the future of purebred dogs,…
732 — AKC Purebred Preservation Bank: Saving Dog Breeds from Extinction
AKC Purebred Preservation Bank: Saving Dog Breeds from Extinction More than half of AKC-recognized breeds are now considered low-entry, and the number of breeds registering 10 or fewer litters per year doubled between 2022 and 2024. Host Laura Reeves sits down with Dr. Charlie Garvin—AKC Board of Directors member and chairman of the AKC Purebred…
731 — Buddy the Beagle, Children’s Books and Dog Show Life with Will Alexander
Buddy the Beagle, Children’s Books and Dog Show Life with Will Alexander Will Alexander joins host Laura Reeves to talk about his charming new children’s book series starring Buddy the Beagle, plus judging, podcasting and the timeless chaos of navigating dog shows without GPS. Longtime dog show handler and judge Will Alexander returns to Pure…
730 — Hypnosis for Dog Handlers: Calm Your Mind, Free Your Dog
Hypnosis for Dog Handlers: Calm Your Mind, Free Your Dog In this fascinating episode, host Laura Reeves welcomes Radek Blažo, a dog show enthusiast and certified hypnotherapist from Slovakia, whose two passions — purebred dogs and cognitive behavioral hypnotherapy — have collided in a surprisingly powerful way. Radek’s dog journey began at age 15 in…
729 — Assembling the “Engine” in Canine Structure
Assembling the “Engine” in Canine Structure Veteran breeder and judge Stephanie Seabrook Hedgepath joins host Laura Reeves to break down the dog’s “engine” — rear construction from croup anatomy and tail set to hock length and bend of stifle — helping breeders and judges understand how structure drives movement and longevity. The entire rear assembly…
728 — Fenbendazole Side Effects in Dogs: What Breeders Need to Know About Rare Reactions
Fenbendazole Side Effects in Dogs: What Breeders Need to Know About Rare Reactions Fenbendazole (Panacur) has been a go-to dewormer for veterinarians and breeders for over 40 years — but a rare, life-threatening blood disorder in a 10-month-old French Bulldog is prompting a closer look. Dr. Marty Greer joins host Laura Reeves to share what…
727 — WKC Toy Group Winning Handler Tim Lehman on Campaigning a Maltese
WKC Toy Group Winning Handler Tim Lehman on Campaigning a Maltese and Drop-Coat Excellence Fresh off his Toy Group win at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, Tim Lehman joins Pure Dog Talk to share the story behind Cookie, the breathtaking Maltese who captured hearts at the Garden. From a childhood obsession sparked in a…
726 — Postpartum Complications in Dogs: Dr. Marty’s Whelping Survival Guide
Postpartum Complications in Dogs: Dr. Marty’s Whelping Survival Guide Whelping doesn’t always end with a tidy pile of healthy puppies and a relaxed, glowing mama dog. Host Laura Reeves is joined by our favorite best friend in veterinary medicine, Dr. Marty Greer, to walk through the most common (and most dangerous) postpartum complications breeders face…
725 — Gut Health, Brain Health and the Science of Better Dogs
Gut Health, Brain Health and the Science of Better Dogs What if your dog’s digestion affects more than just stool quality—what if it influences immunity, stress responses and even behavior? Host Laura Reeves is joined by Dr. Ruth Ann Lobos, Senior Veterinarian with Purina Pro Plan, for a fascinating deep dive into the latest research…
724 — Legendary Handler Andy Linton on Quality, Conditioning and Presentation
Legendary Handler Andy Linton on Quality, Conditioning and Presentation Host Laura Reeves sits down one-on-one with legendary professional handler Andy Linton for an in-depth conversation about a lifetime in the sport. From his beginnings as a Southern California teenager more interested in surfing than dog shows, to handling some of the most iconic Best in…
