Pure Dog Talk

May LIVE@5! Ask Your AKC Judge!
2025-05-06 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Facebook LIVE
Have you considered joining the sport of conformation dog shows, but you have a few questions first? Or maybe you’re a seasoned exhibitor looking for the inside scoop?
No matter your level of experience with dogs, conformation, or judging, Auntie Laura is here to answer your questions LIVE!!
Please submit your name and question(s) to Team@PureDogTalk.com by May 4th to have it featured on the show!
Laura will answer questions submitted in the comment section as time allows, so send your name and question in early! Come join us Live @ 5 to get all the answers!

June LIVE@5! Feeling the Heat at the Show
2025-06-03 17:00 - 19:00
Summer temps, outdoor shows, all the challenges of the season are just around the corner. Join Laura for pro tips on keeping you and your dog safe, discuss ethical considerations of if/when to stay home and more.

July LIVE@5! Let's Talk About the OTHER AI... Artificial Intelligence for Dogs!
2025-07-08 17:00 - 19:00
Enjoy the 4th of July! We’ll see you on July 8th for the hot topic of the OTHER AI! Join Laura Live at 5 PM Pacific, on Facebook. It’s going to be a fun and informative discussion you won’t want to miss.
As AI gains popularity, many people are starting to use it with their dogs. Have you tried using AI with your own dogs? Join Laura to share your experiences and opinions, and to learn why AI can’t accurately evaluate the conformation of your dog!

August LIVE@5! Summer Break (Back in September)
2025-08-05 17:00 - 19:00
We are taking a break for August’s Live @5, but we will catch you in September!

September LIVE@5! Decoding and Verifying Health Testing Results!
2025-09-02 17:00 - 19:00
Whether you’re reading a litter announcement and wondering what “clear” means, or you just want to verify results posted on a breeder’s website, Laura will walk you through navigating the complex world of canine health testing Live @ 5!
We will cover…

What is CHIC?
How do I know which health tests my breed needs?
Where can I see a specific dog’s testing results?
What if a dog’s results don’t match the ad or website?
Phenotypic vs. genotypic testing—what do they actually tell us?
Verifying public and private results.

Have more? Ask your questions early in the comments to make sure we cover them!

November LIVE@5! Meet Breeding Ground!
2025-11-04 17:00 - 19:00
Friend of the Pod, Erin Myers, has a new offering just for breeders!
Breeding Ground is an online community built by breeders, for breeders. Laura and Erin will chat about how this is different from other resources, and how you can get involved! Join us at 5 PM Pacific on November 4th to chime in!
Talk on, Pure Dog Talk Peeps!

DecemberLIVE@5! Spend LE$$ at the Dog Show!
2025-12-02 17:00 - 19:00
Join Laura Live at 5 PM Pacific on December 2nd to close out 2025 with her pro tips on how to show your dog on a budget!

It’s no secret the expenses of showing your dog have been on an almost constant upswing. Come get some ideas on how to make your money stretch at the show from Laura! Bring your questions and ideas for the comments!
