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Karen and Jean chat with veterinarian, author, and animal welfare advocate Dr. Nancy Kay about her newest book, A Dog Named 647, a middle-grade novel that introduces young readers to the realities of puppy mills.

Dr. Kay’s advocacy against puppy mills grew directly out of her work as a veterinarian, where she saw firsthand the physical and emotional harm suffered by dogs from commercial breeding operations — as well as the impact on families who unknowingly purchased unhealthy or fearful puppies. Those experiences eventually inspired her to bring the issue to younger readers through A Dog Named 647.

The conversation explores why education is so important to ending puppy mills, why middle school readers are such an important audience, and how young people can become effective advocates for animals.

One important takeaway: don’t buy a pet from a pet store or online without meeting the parents and seeing where and how the animals are being raised.

Dr. Nancy Kay is also the author of:

• Speaking for Spot: Be the Advocate Your Dog Needs to Live a Happy, Healthy, Longer Life

• Your Dog’s Best Health: A Dozen Reasonable Things to Expect From Your Vet

• A Dog Named 647

Learn more about Dr. Nancy Kay, her books, and her animal welfare advocacy at http://www.drnancykay.com/ .

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It’s time to be inspired by the story of a veterinary hospital in Boston, Massachusetts that is so, so, so much more! Jean’s conversation with MSPCA-Angell spokeswoman Corinne Bourgoin outlines what is possible when leading animal welfare services and veterinary care operate under one legendary roof. This Massachusetts institution — often referred to as the “Mayo Clinic for animals” — has been around since 1868 and provides wraparound services for pets and the people who love them.

You’ll be amazed by what you hear about how deep the impact on a community can be when the mindset around animal welfare and veterinary care shift away from judgement and toward common sense and compassion. Also: The numbers work. MSPCA-Angell receives no public funding; their extensive nonprofit operations run on a combination of smart management of hospital revenues and philanthropy that has been inspired for generations by institutional excellence and love. To learn more please visit https://www.mspca.org/

We love dog-trepreneurs — especially smart women with big ideas that do good!

This is one of our favorite PawsGo Pawdcast episodes and one of the very first we recorded. Karen and Jean chat with Anne Tuccillo, founder of Pawfectly Delicious Dog Treats.

As Anne was preparing to retire from federal service, she was also thinking about what the future would look like for her adult son, Bryan, who was aging out of special education services and facing limited employment opportunities.

Then their dog, Friday, helped lead them to the pawfect solution.

Together, Anne and Bryan — with a little inspiration from Friday — founded Pawfectly Delicious in 2017 in Alexandria, Virginia. Their treats are tasty, but the mission is even better. Pawfectly Delicious is a nonprofit that employs people with developmental and physical disabilities, providing meaningful work while celebrating each person’s unique gifts, talents and abilities.

It’s a team-focused business where employees and volunteers work together to produce dog treats, creating opportunities for people to succeed while building confidence, purpose and connection to their community.

It’s a wonderful story about dogs, family, entrepreneurship and doing good — and absolutely worth another listen.

You can order Pawfectly Delicious treats nationwide at:
https://www.pawfectlydelicious.org/

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Jean and Karen had the great pleasure of chatting with Dr. Zazie Todd, animal behavior expert and award-winning author of Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy, Purr: The Science of Making Your Cat Happy and Bark! The Science of Helping Your Anxious, Fearful, or Reactive Dog.

Zazie is also the host of the second annual Bark! Fest, a virtual book festival for animal lovers. Co-hosted with Kristi Benson, Bark! Fest returns in September 2026 with an extraordinary lineup of authors and conversations.

The program explores animal behavior, veterinary science and history, along with a panel devoted to cats and conversations with romance and mystery authors whose books feature dogs. Whether you enjoy science, practical advice, history or a great story with an animal at its heart, there is something in the lineup for you.

Jean and Karen talk with Zazie about her work, the inspiration behind Bark! Fest, what attendees can expect and why books can help us better understand the animals who share our lives.

The sessions are free and presented live, with opportunities to ask questions, join the conversation and win door prizes. Can’t attend live? You can still register and watch the sessions later. Sign up soon so you don’t miss any of the festival.

Bark! Fest 2026 Lineup

September 14 at 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET
Rory Cellan-Jones, author of Sophie From Romania, and Simon Wooler, author of More Than Just a Dog

September 15 at 1 p.m. PT / 4 p.m. ET
Cat Warren, author of What the Dog Knows, and Patricia McConnell, author of Away to Me, in conversation with each other

September 16 at 1 p.m. PT / 4 p.m. ET
Lili Chin, author of Dogs of the World; Melissa McCue-McGrath, author of Misadventures of the World’s Okayest Dog Trainer; and Kerry Nichols, author of Puppy Brain

September 17 at 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET
Fiona Kenshole presents How to Find an Agent and Get Published

September 17 at 1 p.m. PT / 4 p.m. ET
Alexandra Horowitz, author of the second edition of Inside of a Dog

September 18 at 11 a.m. PT / 2 p.m. ET
Meghan Herron and Carlo Siracusa, authors of Decoding Your Cat; Sarah Brown, author of The Hidden Language of Cats; and Caroline Clark, author of A Professional’s Guide to Feline Behaviour

September 21 at 11 a.m. PT / 2 p.m. ET
Jean Donaldson, author of the second edition of Mine!

September 22 at 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET
Canine Crime and Mystery, featuring Blake Mara, author of Paw and Order; Antony Johnston, author of The Dog Sitter Detective Plays Dead; and Louisa Scarr, author of Broken House

September 23 at 2 p.m. PT / 5 p.m. ET
Marc Bekoff, author of Love in Their Hearts, and Alison Pearce Stevens, author of Detective Dogs

September 24 at 11 a.m. PT / 2 p.m. ET
Romance Panel, featuring Julie Haworth, author of New Beginnings at the Cosy Cat Café; Nicola Knight, author of Washed Up; and Farrah Rochon, author of Pugs and Kisses

September 25 at 1 p.m. PT / 4 p.m. ET
History Panel, featuring Philipp Schott, author of Heal the Beasts; Stephanie Howard-Smith, author of Yap! A Short History of Small Dogs; and Jerry D. Moore, author of Cat Tales: A History

Learn more and register through the Companion Animal Psychology website:
https://www.companionanimalpsychology.com/p/home.html

Follow Companion Animal Psychology on Facebook for Bark! Fest news and updates:
https://www.facebook.com/companionanimalpsychology/

Join us for a fun and thoughtful conversation about animals, books and a virtual festival created especially for people who love them.

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We’re bringing back the most popular episode of the PawsGo Pawdcast!

In this listener-favorite conversation, we explore Dr. Karen Overall’s Relaxation Protocol—a simple, structured approach designed to help dogs learn how to settle, stay calm, and remain comfortable as the world around them changes.

Whether you are helping an anxious dog, an excitable dog, a newly adopted dog, or simply want to build better focus and calm at home, this episode offers practical guidance you can begin using right away.

The Relaxation Protocol remains widely used by trainers, behavior professionals, foster families, and dog owners—and the guidance shared in this episode is still relevant today.

There must be a reason this became our most-listened-to episode. Give it another listen and discover why so many dog lovers say: It really IS magic.

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Karen and Jean are absolutely giddy to welcome Pat Miller to the PawsGo Pawdcast—yes, they are definitely fangirling!

What if understanding how your dog thinks could transform the way you train—and the relationship you share?

Pat Miller, renowned trainer, behavior consultant, author, and founder of Peaceable Paws, joins us for a fascinating conversation about positive, force-free dog training.

Pat shares highlights from the newly revised edition of her bestselling book, The Power of Positive Dog Training, including new information on canine agency and cognition, fresh training tips and games, and updated resources to help dogs and their people succeed.

She also discusses her newest book, Discover the World of Canine Cognition, which explores how dogs think, learn, remember, solve problems, and communicate.

This encouraging and informative conversation is for anyone who wants to better understand their dog and build a relationship rooted in trust, cooperation, and mutual respect.

About Pat Miller

Pat Miller is the founder of Peaceable Paws, an internationally recognized dog and puppy training center in Fairplay, Maryland. A certified professional dog trainer and behavior consultant, she has spent more than four decades advancing humane, science-based, force-free approaches to dog training.

Learn more about Pat, her books, training programs, and Peaceable Paws at Peaceable Paws – Fostering Harmony Between the Human and Non-Human Animals of Our World

Just in time for summer fun, Karen and Jean welcome Ben Jarvis and Nicki Wright of US Bark Rangers to the PawsGo Pawdcast.

Ben created US Bark Rangers, and Nicki helps lead its impressive and growing social media community. Together, they share how you and your dog can become BARK Rangers, explore dog-friendly National and State Parks, and support the public lands we all love.

From understanding where dogs are welcome to finding parks closer to home, this episode is all about getting outside, staying active with your dog, and discovering new adventures together.

Learn more and connect with US Bark Rangers:

US Bark Rangers website (you can find the map here):
https://usbarkrangers.com/

US Bark Rangers Facebook group (you can find a great community here):
https://www.facebook.com/groups/usbarkrangers

BARK Ranger items (lots of great saw for humans and dogs):
https://www.ebay.com/itm/404632413543

It’s a holiday tradition at the PawsGo Pawdcast — Karen and Jean are joined once again by their friend and favorite storyteller, Andrew Hager, author of All American Dogs. This festive episode is packed with quick, fun presidential-pet stories perfect to share at holiday parties, as conversation starters, or to diffuse those inevitable tense dinner moments.

In this episode:

• Why are Scotties basically the official dog of Christmas? A little Fala history explains it all.

• How did pardoning a turkey become a Thanksgiving tradition? The quirky origins may surprise you.

• Rebecca the Raccoon: The Coolidges’ unexpected “Thanksgiving gift” who became a White House celebrity.

• Remember Barney Cam? The Bush family’s iconic holiday videos — imagine if TikTok had existed.

• Plus: Andrew’s book, All American Dogs, is a fun, memorable, gift-worthy read — find it on Amazon.

Warm, lively, and full of dog-loving holiday cheer, this episode is the perfect listen for the season. Help more dog lovers find the Pawdcast — like it, rate it, leave a nice comment, or share it with a friend!

Karen and Jean are joined by their friend and special guest Kathy Callahan, the puppy expert and author of the new book Old Dog, New Dog. Spoiler alert — Jean has a new puppy, the adorable Lenny!

Together, they dive into what it’s really like to bring a puppy into a home with an older dog. Kathy shares wisdom and warmth from her book — co-authored with senior-dog specialist Helen St. Pierre — offering practical tips and heartfelt advice on caring for dogs at both ends of life’s journey. She also introduces one of her favorite training games, “Ping Pong,” a fun and easy way to build focus and connection with your pup.

Learn more about Kathy and Old Dog, New Dog: https://www.puppypicks.com/
Watch Kathy’s “Ping Pong” demo: YouTube link

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If you’re a PawsGo Pawcast listener, you know that Karen, one of our hosts, is also a founder of Aussie Rescue of the Mid Atlantic — a volunteer-run organization dedicated to helping Australian Shepherds in need find their forever homes throughout Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.

You can apply to adopt or volunteer at www.aussierescueofthemidatlantic.org.

Over the summer, PawsGo and Aussie Rescue of the Mid Atlantic participated in the Humane Society of Carroll County’s Woofstock event — a fun-filled community celebration of dogs, rescues, and the people who love them. (https://hscarroll.org/)

It was there that Karen met Donna Jean Shybunko, host of “Simply Paws” on WTTR Radio, a show all about pets, animal welfare, and the people making a difference in their communities.

In this episode, Karen and Donna Jean share stories from Woofstock, talk about the joys and challenges of rescue work, and explore how local media can help raise awareness for animal adoption, volunteering, and responsible pet ownership.

Listen to Donna Jean on WTTR Radio’s “Simply Paws,” and don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share the PawsGo Pawcast to help us reach more pet lovers!

Karen and Jean are back and thrilled to welcome their friend Cara Achterberg, author of Who Will Let the Dogs Out! Cara who shares her urgent call to action for animal shelters, highlighting the range of experiences for dogs—from progressive shelters with strong staff and community support to high-kill and rural pounds where dogs are often overlooked.

Through over 150 visits to shelters and conversations with hundreds of animal professionals, Cara sheds light on these challenges and offers practical solutions. Her book is a primer for newcomers, an inspiration for advocates, and a guide to scaling successful strategies nationwide, emphasizing leadership, veterinary access, and community engagement.

In 2019, Cara and Nancy Slattery co-founded the nonprofit Who Will Let the Dogs Out, which works to raise awareness and resources for shelter dogs and the unsung heroes who fight for them. They continue to travel nationwide, delivering critical supplies and offering support, solutions, and hope to shelters and rescues everywhere.

Topics we discuss:

• The current state of animal shelters in the U.S.
• Stories and insights from shelter visits
• Real, actionable solutions to help save more dogs’ lives
• Cara’s nonprofit work and dog-friendly vacation properties: Chateau Frankie & Gracie’s Place

Shelter staff can request a copy of Cara’s book by contacting info@whowillletthedogsout.org. Cara is also seeking shelter partners—reach out to get involved! You can also follow her Substack here - (3) Cara Writes | Cara Achterberg | Substack

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Let’s put this in the category of I can’t tell you how or why it works – only that it works.

In this episode of the pawdcast, Karen is joined by her friend, trainer and dog sport devotee, Tricia Lunde and author, journalist and dog enthusiast Roxanne Hawn. Together they discuss the Relaxation Protocol for dogs that was developed by animal behaviorist, Dr. Karen Overall and why it’s a great tool for just about every dog owner.

Roxanne utilized the protocol and created a downloadable audio version that is SUPER easy to follow and posted it on her website Champion of My Heart - https://championofmyheart.com/ The dog world LOVED it. https://championofmyheart.com/relaxation-protocol-mp3-files/

Tricia, a trainer at Wholistic Hound Academy, runs a Facebook page on the protocol, offering help for dog owners whose dogs have active minds and bodies. The Canine Relaxation Protocol Support Group can be found here -- https://www.facebook.com/groups/RelaxtionProtocolSupport/

This protocol is really great for any dog, it helps with focus, recall, and confidence. It’s also a great tool to strengthen the bond between human and dog.

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Dog parkour is the hottest dog activity because ANY dog can do it ANYWHERE. And unlike other dog sports or activities, there is no one to compete against. Dog parkour is a combination of human parkour (google it) and canine agility. In this episode of the pawdcast, Karen and Jean chat with Abigail Curtis, the co-founder of the International Dog Parkour Association -- https://www.dogparkour.org/

Dog parkour combines elements of human parkour and dog agility to create a fun and accessible activity for dogs and humans. For dogs, they get to experience the world through jumping, climbing, balancing on, crawling over and under, and going through things they see every day – like a park bench. That’s the fun of dog parkour can be done anywhere and is limited only by the owner’s imagination. According to Abigail, the best thing about dog parkour -- it not only exercises a dog’s mind and body, it helps build confidence. It can be very a low impact but a challenging activity for any dog.

The AKC likes dog parkour so much that it’s a category on its FIT DOG Title -- https://www.akc.org/sports/akc-family-dog-program/akc-fit-dog/

If, after listening to the pawdcast you’re interested in learning even more about this incredible sport and maybe participating, Abigail recommends joining their Facebook pageand training group. Let Abigail know that you heard her on the PawsGo pawdcast!

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We’ve all seen the fliers – Lost Dog, Do Not Chase! As dog owners, it fills us with a sense of personal dread and sadness for those searching for their dog. So, if your dog is lost, what do you do and more important, what do you NOT do – besides not chasing it. What’s the best tracking collar for your dog?

In this episode of the pawdcast, Karen is joined by rescue friends Christine and Elizabeth in a conversation with Jill Barsky, an animal TRAPPER and as far as Karen, Christine and Elizabeth are concerned, a miracle worker.

Based in Maryland, Jill is the owner and founder of Tailed Treasures an animal welfare organization AND not for profit animal trapping service. Karen, Christine and Elizabeth met Jill when one of the foster dogs with their rescue escaped four hours after arriving at her foster home. 23 harrowing hours later, Jill successfully trapped the dog.

When not trapping lost animals, Jill is a realtor. Jill Barsky Real Estate offers services to families with pets and donates to various animal rescue groups in lieu of commissions.

https://www.tailedtreasuresofmd.com/

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This episode of the pawdcast is dedicated to the veterinarians, vet techs and front desk personnel who keep our pets healthy but too often don’t get the recognition (or respect) they deserve.

Jean and Karen chat with Dr. Doug Mader a triple certified veterinary specialist who has been a veterinarian for over 30 years. Currently based in the Florida Keys, Dr. Mader is a sought-after speaker and the author of three best selling medical textbooks. But it’s Dr. Mader’s new book, The Vet at Noah’s Ark, and his desire to share his experience with a mainstream audience that’s the subject of this episode.

Set in inner city Los Angles, during 1992 riots, The Vet at Noah’s Ark explores the strong bond between humans and animals and chronicles one year of Dr Mader’s veterinary practice in that city.

Dr. Mader shares stories about that practice and how we as clients can better appreciate the work of veterinarians, vet techs and the wonderful front desk personnel who are often the first to comfort us and our pets.

You can find The Vet at Noah’s Ark online or at your favorite bookstore. You can learn more about Dr. Mader and his work here -- https://www.dougmader.com/

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Andrew is a beautiful writer and a GREAT storyteller and his new book is a MUST for any dog lover or dog lover on your holiday gift list.

This FUN read is packed with historic photos and historic facts that bring to life different eras of our nation’s history through the pets owned by Presidents and their families. You may be surprised by how many true animal lovers lived in the White House. You may NOT be surprised at how many dogs played a role in Presidential careers.

Regardless of your political affiliation, you’ll love this book. Andrew provides an insightful look into how pets have shaped the Presidency and our opinion of the men (and families) who have occupied the White House.

Andrew’s book can be found on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/All-American-Dogs-History-Presidential-Every/dp/0063158272 Karen and Jean gave it an enthusiastic PawsUP!

If you enjoy the pawdcast as much as we love doing it, please leave a rating and a comment on your favorite platform and share it with a friend!!In this episode of the pawdcast, Karen and Jean chat with their friend Andrew Hager, author of the book, All American Dogs, a History of Presidential Pets.

If you have a reactive dog, live in an apartment, don’t necessarily care for dog parks, or simply want a new place that’s safe for your dog to run, sniff and explore – we’ve got a GREAT episode for you! Put this in the category of things we wish we had created. In this episode of the pawdcast, Karen is joined by her friend Karen Krieg for a conversation with the founder of Sniffspot https://www.sniffspot.com/

It was actually David Adams’ wife that came up with the idea for Sniffspot, an app and website that allows dog owners to rent private property where dogs can play and well, sniff. Sniffspot also allows property owners to earn some extra cash by renting out their yards. With sites all over the US and the world, Sniffspot is filling a void and bank accounts of dog lovers. David and his team focus as much on the experience of the Sniffspot host as they do the Sniffspot guest.

Karen Krieg, this episode’s co-host, is a Sniffspot Top Host, her Acres of Fun spot in Mount Airy, Maryland, has earned not only top marks from 400 guests, but high praise from David. With 2 acres of fenced in grassy property, water, toys and agility equipment, Karen’s property is great for one dog, or a group of dogs out on a play date - https://www.sniffspot.com/listings/mount-airy-md/acres-of-fun-5113

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In this episode of the pawdcast, Karen and Jean chat with Stefanie Strackbein who specializes in canine enrichment. Enrichment isn’t formal obedience or even organized sports. Enrichment refers to an easy activity or game to help dogs reduce stress, exercise their brains, and have a sense of control over their environment. Examples of these games include tossing kibble on the lawn and inviting your dog to “find it” or folding up kibble or a high value treat in a towel and letting your dog figure out how to unfold the towel to find the treat – SUPER SIMPLE things, but FUN and enriching for your dog!

Stefanie contends that if more dog owners engaged in daily enrichment activities with their dogs, we’d see fewer behavioral issues and fewer dogs in shelters. Stefanie also believes that simple enrichment exercises that can be done in the home, in the yard or on a walk, will help dogs AND owners be happier!

Stefanie is the founder and owner of the What Dogs Want Academy in Phoenix, AZ https://wdwacademy.dog/ You can follow her daily enrichment suggestions on Instagram @whatdogswant. She also presented a webinar for Your Dog’s Friend, a not for profit in Rockville, Maryland that supports positive training and programs for dogs and their owners – it’s a tremendous resource https://yourdogsfriend.org/ Stefanie’s webinar can be found here --https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cWjdCWm8pXk

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What’s better than a vacation? A vacation with your DOG! In this episode of the pawdcast, Karen is joined by her friend Christine (a fellow Aussie owner) with a special interest in dog-friendly vacations.

According to http://tripswithpets.com/, 78 percent of Americans who have pets, travel with them. Sara Sokol, founder of Dogs Welcome, is working to make it easier for dogs and owners to find welcoming accommodations.

Sara, a dog lover from Bath, Maine, created Dogs Welcome as a Facebook Group to connect travelers with owners of pet friendly vacation rentals, small inns and bed and breakfasts. Within three months, the response was so positive, Sara is now launching the Dogs Welcome website. Similar to other vacation rental sites, the filters are more dog/pet focused, for instance does the property have a fenced in yard. The Dogs Welcome website will allow travelers to book directly with the properties – without additional fees for hosts or travelers. Sara is also developing a Dogs Welcome Certified Property seal of approval, making it even easier to create your perfect dog-friendly vacation.

The Dogs Welcome Facebook Group and website currently feature properties in the US and Canada. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1043741576357003/ http://www.dogs-welcome.net/

Christine and her husband JUST finished building a vacation rental outside of Luray, Virginia specifically for dogs. Mountain View Retreat boasts dog friendly furnishings, a dog washing station and soon a fenced in yard. You can learn more about the property by contacting her at christine@christinesennott.com.

And of course, Sara has a great vacation rental https://www.littlewhitedogproperties.com/ that inspired Dogs Welcome. When Sara isn’t revolutionizing travel with dogs, she’s a trainer, practicing positive reinforcement techniques. Mr. Dog Training was recently voted BEST trainer in Maine. http://mrdogtraining.com/index.html PawsUP!

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Dog Parks. If you live in an urban area they are often a lifeline for owners eager to let their dogs run, play, and burn off a little steam. But dog parks also spark vitriol from owners, especially those who have had a dog injured (or attacked) while visiting one.

Not surprising, a successful dog park experience depends as much on the human as it does the dog. And keep in mind, dog parks aren’t a fit for every dog.

In this episode of the pawdcast, Karen’s friend Elizabeth joins as a co-host, while Jean is traveling. Elizabeth is a resident of Washington, DC and has learned to navigate her local dog park with her Aussie mix Roxie. Together, Karen and Elizabeth chat with Sandy Modell about the dos and don’ts of dog parks. A favorite guest on the pawdcast, Sandy is a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT) Board of Directors and founder of Wholistic Hound Academy in Alexandria Virginia. APDT has great resources for owners, including this one on dog parks https://apdt.com/resource-center/dog-parks-good-bad-ugly/