Pure Dog Talk

November LIVE@5! Technology Has Gone To The Dogs!
2023-11-07 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Facebook LIVE
DOGG!T is cutting-edge technology that matches human attributes and lifestyle with the right dog breed, connects users with responsible and verified preservation breeders, and offers a multitude of training and support options to nurture a furrever happy companionship. Join the convo to meet the founders, ask questions, and learn more!

December LIVE@5! Technology Has Gone To The Dogs!
2023-12-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Facebook LIVE
What do you get the dog person who has everything?
We have some ideas for you! Come LIVE to see recommended dog-related vendors and creators with the perfect gift for your hard-to-gift dog person on your list!
Bonus Alert! Enter to WIN a BrilliantPad for your pups (or give it as a super generous gift)!! Do you have a dog product or line? Come LIVE to drop your links and possibly get invited to the live stream with Laura to highlight your goods! Message the team for more info.

January LIVE@5! New Year Goals with Pure Dog Talk
2024-01-02 17:00 - 19:00 | Facebook LIVE
Are you ready to make 2024 YOUR year with your dog(s)? Join Laura at 5 PM Pacific on January 2nd to explore her month-by-month plan to help you get more involved in the sport of dogs. Make an impact, learn something new, and support newcomers to your breed. See you then!

AKC Breeder Symposium 2024
2024-01-19 - 2024-01-20 | Schaumburg Convention Center, 1551 Thoreau Dr, Schaumburg,, IL, 60173, United States
Schaumburg Convention CenterSchaumburg, IllinoisJanuary 19th & 20th
Packages:
$139 – Early Bird Special for Do-It-All Pass (Normally $199, Save $60!) – $450 value. Do-It-All Pass for a limited time. 2-day, all-access seminar and event pass. Special pricing offers only available until 12-19-2023.
$199 – Do-It-All – $450 value. 2-day, all-access seminar and event pass. $199 price effective 12-20-2023 for this package.
$99 – 1-Day Pass Friday or Saturday – $200 value. 1-day, all access and event pass for either Friday or Saturday.
$59 – Repro Deep Dive Friday or Saturday.
$29 – Individual Short Course.
Free Courses and individual course options are available.
Classes during the day of January 19th and 20th in conjunction with the International Kennel Club of Chicago Dog Shows
Two rooms running simultaneously.
Speakers include:
Dr. Marty Greer – Infertility Issues in Reproduction
Dr. Carmen Battaglia – Breeder Spotlight
Dr. Adam King – Ophthalmology
Laura Reeves – Form and Function
Matt Stelter – Marketing
Kathy Rust – Breeding 101, Pedigree Theories, Male Line
Dr. Heidi Kellihan – Cardiology
Sheila Kessler – General Principals of Contracts
Marcus Bach – Inspections 101
Allison Alexander – Interpreting Breed Standards
SCHEDULE
Classes will be held during the day on January 19th and 20th. Located on the first floor of the Schaumburg Convention Center, you will be just steps away from the International Kennel Club of Chicago Dog Shows.
CLASSES
Currently, we have a variety of courses scheduled! Immerse yourself in the topics most important to dog breeders. Our expert speakers will cover topics like Infertility in the Male and Female, Breeding 101, Pedigree Theories, Developing a Male Line, Inspections, Marketing, Anatomy, Breeding Decisions and so much more.
SPEAKERS
Get up close and personal with some of the most successful breeders and veterinarians in the world. We are thrilled to feature not-to-be-missed courses with renowned canine reproduction specialist Dr. Marty Greer, Dr. Carmen Battaglia, Dr. Adam King, Mrs. Kathy Rust, and more.
COMMUNITY
All breeders are welcome and we proudly support you. Coming together has never been more important. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and network with fellow breeders on the latest in health, legislation, experiences, triumphs and tribulations.
For questions email breederdev@akc.org

February LIVE@5! Ask The Experts: How To Choose Pet Insurance
2024-02-06 17:00 - 19:00 | Facebook LIVE
What do you consider when choosing pet insurance? Ask these questions:
What are the waiting periods?
What is covered and what are the exclusions?
Are there breed or hereditary restrictions?
What are pre-existing conditions?
What is the deductible?
What is the payout percentage?
Does the company have “birthday pricing”?
Our experts will answer all these questions and more.

Live Webinar: Steak on the Plate – Why Structure Matters with Laura Reeves
2024-03-28 17:00 - 18:00 | Live Webinars
Understanding structure and why it matters is probably one of the most challenging and difficult things to understand when it comes to evaluating dogs. Terms like, “layback”, “balance”, “type”, “angulation” and many more are thrown around often and frequently misunderstood. Beyond the anatomy of the dog, breeders and dog show enthusiasts as well as judges and exhibitors must understand WHY the dog is constructed the way it is and why this construction is necessary for the dog to fulfill the job he is intended to do.
AKC judge, past professional handler, and second-generation breeder Laura Reeves of the wildly popular Pure Dog Talk podcast will help you understand not only the what, but the whys of proper structure so that form can indeed follow function. This is a webinar you don’t want to miss!

Register at www.showdogprepschool.com/workshops

April LIVE@5! Westminster 101
2024-04-02 17:00 - 19:00 | Facebook LIVE
Get ready for Westminster 2024 with Laura! Get the insider’s tips on what to bring, where to go, and how to make the most of your trip! Bring your questions and share your experience as well. We are looking forward to seeing you at 5 PM PDT April 2nd, 2024.

Better Breeder Business Basics!
2024-04-12 - 2024-04-18 | Online Course
In this course, business expert & lifetime breeder Matt Stelter shares efficient communication channels, processes, recordkeeping tools, legal principles, and contracts and provides the frameworks and resources to enable breeders to run their breeding programs using proven business best practices. This class breaks down these mountains into molehills by educating breeders on what has taken others a lifetime to learn.
ENROLLMENT CLOSES APRIL 18th

May LIVE@5! Mother's Day Goes to the Dogs!
2024-05-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Facebook LIVE
Join Laura Reeves and special guest Dale Martenson of Touche Japanese Chin to discuss our doggy moms. How do we keep them happy and healthy before, during, and after motherhood? Our Foundation Dams are OUR gifts, so how can we best honor them? Bring your questions for the experts and celebrate our Doggy Moms!

WKC Dog Show: Laura Reeves Live Meet & Greet!
2024-05-11 - 2024-05-14 | USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, Flushing Meadows - Corona Park, Flushing,, NY, 1368, United States
Join host Laura Reeves at the Purina Pro Plan booth for LIVE meet and greet during the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show May 13-14. She’ll be available every morning from 8- noon for Pep Talks before your ring time and High Fives afterward. The booth in the open-air fountain area between the indoor rings and the WKC merchandise store.

FIVE lucky exhibitors who volunteer to share their Pure Dog Talk and Pro Plan stories will receive a PDT Wine Tumbler! Come visit, say hi, and tell YOUR story!

June LIVE@5! Celebrating Stud Dogs!
2024-06-04 17:00 - 19:00 | Facebook LIVE
Join Host Laura Reeves as she celebrates Father’s Day with a nod to the stud dogs in our lives. How we choose them to incorporate into our pedigrees, how we breed them wisely, how we preserve their genetics for the future, and more.

Live Webinar sponsored by BrilliantPad! "What Are Your Puppies' Poops Telling You?"
2024-06-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Live Webinars
Explore the importance of your puppies’ gut health in our webinar, “What Are Your Puppies’ Poops Telling You?” featuring Dr. Marty Greer, DVM, a renowned authority in Canine Reproduction and Pediatrics, and Laura Reeves, Breeder, Handler, and Host of Pure Dog Talk. In this informative session, you’ll learn what to watch for, preventative measures, and the best way to address issues. They will share their expertise on monitoring your litter’s “output” to guarantee optimum health. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from top experts.
When you register for our webinar, we’ll send you the details to participate in our live Zoom meeting. After the event, you will receive a free resource and gain access to the replay.

July LIVE@5! Be Like Kaz!
2024-07-02 17:00 - 19:00 | Facebook LIVE
The sudden and tragic passing of famed handler and Poodle breeder Kaz Hosaka, on the heels of his triumphant win at Westminster Kennel Club, has led to a surge in “Be Like Kaz” commentary. Let’s break down what that means IRL
The most all-encompassing quote I found is from Jeff Hanlin, “Being in the presence of Kaz Hosaka is like taking a master class in perseverance, patience, kindness, humor, devotion, intuition, trust, sportsmanship, respect, friendship, and humility.”
How do we model these virtues? How do we use them to turn back the “mean” spirit that sometimes pops up in competition? How can we incorporate these values into battling the epidemic of the “grims” that has been sweeping through our community?
Join host Laura Reeves for insights, ideas, commentary, and Q&A … Meanwhile, “Be Like Kaz!”

August LIVE@5! Why DOGG!T Series - Q&A with Carley and Cameron Simpson!
2024-08-06 17:30 - 19:00 | Facebook LIVE
Tune in on Club Doggit and Pure Dog Talk Facebook pages. Ask Doggit founders Carley and Cameron Simpson all of your questions! Please submit any questions prior so we can also put them on our agenda!

Special Date!! August LIVE@5! Westminster Kennel Club Returning to Madison Square Garden!
2024-08-27 17:00 - 19:00 | Facebook LIVE
Join Laura Reeves and Doctor Donald Sturz to revisit the Westminster Kennel Club venue details as promised in our last Pure Dog Talk Live @ 5 with Don!

Bring your questions, comments, and remember to keep it kind.
See you August 27th at 5 PM Pacific!

September LIVE@5! A Brilliant $olution for Breeders!
2024-09-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Facebook LIVE
Join Laura Reeves from Pure Dog Talk and Alan Cook, inventor of the BrilliantPad to discuss how this revolutionary pad can vastly improve the indoor hygiene for your litters and potentially make you some income as a breeder.
Laura has personally tested this product with multiple litters and knows it works! Join us live to ask questions, on September 17th at 5 PM PT!

2024 German Wirehaired Pointer Club of America (GWPCA) National Specialty Conformation, Obedience, Rally Events
2024-10-10 - 2024-10-14 | Barry County Fairgrounds, 1350 N. M37 Hwy., Hastings, MI, 49058, United States
Breeder Symposium I Panel Discussion – Generation To Generation: The Young Guns in a National Breed Club
National breed club members are essential to preserving their breed’s health and future. They are responsible for public education, networking, and planning yearly celebrations and showcases of their breed on a national scale. Within a parent club membership there are typically members with varying levels of experience with their breed and in specific sports and activities. This spectrum of knowledge, experience and perspective is valuable and allows for collaboration and development of professional relationships to benefit the breed.
The experienced members of a breed club can lead the younger and newer members, setting examples and expectations for the conduct and productivity of the club, However, eventually it is time to pass the torch, for fresh hands to do the heavy lifting and step up for the sake of the breed, its club and the members. These “young guns,” are still learning, growing and developing within the breed and their community but are the future of the club. As they begin to take on roles for their breed club, they will bring fresh perspective to the questions they are called to answer and the projects they are asked to undertake, from generation to generation, opportunity continues to arise for improvement and positive change.
In this breeder symposium panel discussion, we bring on some of the “next generation” members of the GWPCA who are setting in and preparing to receive the torch passed on from the previous generations. The discussion is led and moderated by Laura Reeves, long-time breeder, AKC judge and GWPCA national breed club member. Laura brings additional viewpoints and expertise to the discussion thanks to her extensive experience.
We will hear from all members of the discussion group about their perspectives and experiences, plans and aspirations, and discuss the ups and downs that may potentially come with “the young guns” beginning to take on more responsibilities at a national breed club level.
Thursday October 10th – GWPCA National Rally, Obedience, AOH Sweepstakes, GWPCA National Specialty Show Futurity & Maturity, 4-6 month beginner puppy. Welcome Night and Breeder Symposium
Friday October 11th – GWPCA National Sweepstakes, Junior Showmanship, GWPCA National Specialty Show BOB & NOHS. Dinner and Annual Meeting
Saturday October 12th – GWPCA Regional Sweepstakes, Junior Showmanship, Regional Specialty Show, All-Star Invitational. Dinner and Annual Awards
Sunday October 13th – Ft. Detroit GWP Club Specialty Show & Sweepstakes
Beginning Monday October 14th – Field events begin in Ionia, MI. Purina Dinner

October LIVE@5! Home Alone!? New Safety App!
2024-10-29 17:00 - 19:00 | Facebook LIVE
Join host Laura Reeves and Pangel™ App co-founders Erin and Dagmara Chasse to learn about their new at-home pet safety app! We talk a lot about emergency preparedness on the podcast. Erin & Dagmara have created an exciting way to ease your fears about the dogs at home should something happen to you on the road.

December LIVE@5! Holiday Extravaganza!
2024-12-03 17:00 - 19:00 | Facebook LIVE
Laura & Friends are hosting the BEST holiday bash in town! Special guests Bill McFadden, Christian Rutten and more! It’s Giving Tuesday, so come prepared to GIVE to some fantastic charities for the holidays.

DOGmanship Webinar 1 – Husbandry
2025-01-01 - 2025-12-31 | Recorded Webinar
This webinar covers: General health, including vaccines, diet, exercises, parasites, sanitation, grooming, and emergency, and non-emergency issues.
Webinars are a great way to help clients who are out of the area but are looking for help with training their show dogs. Our live webinars are usually about one hour long with another 15 minutes at the end for participants to ask questions.
Our recorded webinars allow you to view past webinars to get all the valuable information at a great price.
Please note that after purchase, recorded webinars may be viewed at any time and may be viewed more than once.
Start today!

DOGmanship Webinar 2 – Breeding
2025-01-01 - 2025-12-31 | Recorded Webinar
This webinar covers: Breeding, breeding concepts, health testing, gestation, and puppy development.
Webinars are a great way to help clients who are out of the area but are looking for help with training their show dogs. Our live webinars are usually about one hour long with another 15 minutes at the end for participants to ask questions.
Our recorded webinars allow you to view past webinars to get all the valuable information at a great price.
Please note that after purchase, recorded webinars may be viewed at any time and may be viewed more than once.
Start Today!

DOGmanship Webinar 4 – Showmanship Part 1
2025-01-01 - 2025-12-31 | Recorded Webinar
This webinar covers: Judging, structure, and breed knowledge.
Webinars are a great way to help clients who are out of the area but are looking for help with training their show dogs. Our live webinars are usually about one hour long with another 15 minutes at the end for participants to ask questions.
Our recorded webinars allow you to view past webinars to get all the valuable information at a great price.
Please note that after purchase, recorded webinars may be viewed at any time and may be viewed more than once.
Link: https://showdogprepschool.com/product/dogmanship-showmanship-part-one/

DOGmanship Webinar 5 – Showmanship Part 2
2025-01-01 - 2025-12-31 | Recorded Webinar
This webinar covers: Presentation in the show ring
Webinars are a great way to help clients who are out of the area but are looking for help with training their show dogs. Our live webinars are usually about one hour long with another 15 minutes at the end for participants to ask questions.
Our recorded webinars allow you to view past webinars to get all the valuable information at a great price.
Please note that after purchase, recorded webinars may be viewed at any time and may be viewed more than once.
Link: https://showdogprepschool.com/product/dogmanship-showmanship-part-two/

Building a Breeding Program: The Collected Wisdom
2025-01-01 - 2025-12-31 | Online Course
“Crowd-source” is the wisdom of the ages as Laura walks you through knowledge obtained over the course of nearly 40 years of breeding dogs. Advice on the critical selection of a foundation bitch, reading pedigrees, choosing a stud dog, researching health and temperament testing.
Link: https://showdogprepschool.com/courses/building-a-breeding-program-the-collected-wisdom/
There is no expiration date for your access to this course.
Unfortunately, we are not able to offer refunds for online courses.
Course Outline:

Lesson 1
Introduction

Lesson 2
Start Strong – Importance of the Foundation Bitch

Lesson 3
Pedigrees – How to read, how to study, what to look for, who to ask.

Lesson 4
Health – OFA, CHIC

Lesson 5
Temperament – Look at titles earned, talk to people long in the breed

Lesson 6
Importance of the Stud Dog

Lesson 7
Conclusion

Course Prerequisites
Suggested But Not Required, Canine Structure 101
Course Supplies
None Required

Canine Structure 101
2025-01-01 - 2025-12-31 | Online Course
The focus of this course is to teach students about canine structure. You will learn about canine anatomy and how those pieces of the dog work together. This course will help you to compare your dog with your breed’s standard and how to understand the different parts of a dog.
There is no expiration date for your access to this course.
Unfortunately, we are not able to offer refunds for online courses.
Course Outline:

Lesson 1
Introduction

Lesson 2
Head/Neck – Illustrations/Comparisons

Lesson 3
Body/Proportion – Illustrations

Lesson 4
Angles – Illustration

Lesson 5
Movement – Illustration

Lesson 6
Conclusion

Course Prerequisites
No prerequisites are necessary for this course!
Course Supplies
A copy of your dog’s breed standard (optional)

Pedigrees2Pups: The Art & Science of Dog Breeding
2025-01-01 - 2025-12-31 | Recorded Webinar
Join Dr. Marty Greer and Laura Reeves for an in-depth conversation on the essentials of dog breeding. We’re bringing together the ART and the SCIENCE of dog breeding in ONE place!
Learn More: https://puredogtalk.com/product/pedigrees2pups-video/

K9 First Aid 911 with Dr. Marty Greer, D.V.M.
2025-01-01 - 2025-12-31 | Online Course
Dr. Marty Greer, DVM, walks you through everything you need in a complete, deluxe canine first aid kit, how to triage and manage trauma, illness, and reproductive emergencies until you can get veterinary help. As we all know, veterinary practices are currently overwhelmed, understaffed, and often nearly impossible to access in an emergency. Dr. Greer offers absolutely invaluable, life-saving advice for our dogs while advising what we can not, under any circumstances, do on our own. This series cannot be beaten for practical, hands-on, professional advice for emergency situations.

DOGmanship Webinar 3 – Training
2025-01-01 - 2025-12-31 | Recorded Webinar
This webinar covers: Body language, basic behavior, and show skills.
Webinars are a great way to help clients who are out of the area but are looking for help with training their show dogs. Our live webinars are usually about one hour long with another 15 minutes at the end for participants to ask questions.
Our recorded webinars allow you to view past webinars to get all the valuable information at a great price.
Please note that after purchase, recorded webinars may be viewed at any time and may be viewed more than once.
Start Today!

January LIVE@5! Westminster Run-Down!
2025-01-08 17:00 - 19:00 | Facebook LIVE
Dr. Donald Sturz, president of WKC, joins Laura for a round up of all the things to know about the show back at MSG and the Javitz Center, benching and more!

February LIVE@5! In the Club: Can't We All Just Get Along?
2025-02-04 17:00 - 19:00 | Facebook LIVE
Pure Dog Talk Live @ 5 PST February 4, 2025! Have you thought about joining a dog club, but the people scared you away? Or have you been a longtime member of your dog breed club, and you’re wondering how to increase your membership?
Join Laura as she discusses the current landscape of many dog breed clubs, what you can do to help, and how to best contribute to the solution! We start at 5 PM sharp on Tuesday February 4th! Join us and bring your experience and questions to the conversation.
