Dogs and Coffee with Kelly and Rocky Kanaka

Kelly Kanaka and Rocky Kanaka
  • 5.0 (4)
  • Pets & Animals
  • Updated Weekly

Dogs and Coffee" is a heartwarming, fun-filled podcast hosted by Emmy-nominated TV personality and YouTuber Rocky Kanaka alongside Kelly Kanaka, who together are a husband and wife dynamic team in life, business and entrepreneurship driven by a shared vision and passion for pets spreading the word of love, adoption and volunteering. Filmed at a local coffee shop by the iconic Original Farmer's Market at The Grove in Los Angeles, the show features a cozy, cafe setting where guest celebrities, influencers, and fellow animal lovers, join Rocky and Kelly for intimate conversations of hope and perseverance while they attempt to make the guest their favorite coffee drink. Whether you're a coffee enthusiast, a dog lover, or simply seeking feel-good conversations, "Dogs and Coffee" is your new favorite way to celebrate the love and happiness animals bring into our lives. If you love Rocky Kanaka in Sitting with Dogs or seeing him on his farm growing Flip Coffee you will love this.

  1. 16 hrs ago ·  Video

    This Senior Dog Was Out of Time, Until Rocky Kanaka's Producer Said This..

    Full Pod Here ➡️   • Cesar Millan Told Us Something We Weren't ...   She's the voice behind Sitting With Dogs — but you've never heard HER story… until now. For years, Alexis has been the producer right beside Rocky in the shelter kennels: finding the dogs, telling their stories, and quietly fighting to get them out alive. In this sit-down she finally opens up — how she went from kennel attendant to the heart of the team, the senior dog she refused to give up on, the rescue trip she found out about a week before, and the twist about her own pets that nobody saw coming. If this one moved you, hit subscribe and help us Save Dogs Together. 🐾 ⏱️ Chapters 0:00 Meet Alexis — the voice behind Sitting With Dogs 3:38 The moment Rocky knew she was the one 9:51 Dawn: the senior dog they refused to give up on 16:50 Surprised with a trip to Maui 24:45 The twist nobody saw coming   ☕ Flip Coffee → https://flipcoffee.com ▶️ Subscribe →    / @dogsandcoffeepodcast   Dogs and Coffee Podcast by Rocky Kanaka and Kelly Kanaka talks all things dogs and coffee. This podcast covers comedy to heartfelt moments talking about the state of dog rescue, how to handle difficult dogs, some of our favorite coffee drinks and more all while Rocky tries to be a barista. We serve Flip Coffee at local cafes and will hopefully do this around the country.

    13 min

  2. 6d ago

    We Got Robbed...and It Keeps Getting Worse

    What do you do when the place you're building to help rescue dogs becomes the target of theft, vandalism, and repeated break-ins? This week, we're pulling back the curtain on something we've been dealing with at Flip Farms. Over the past few weeks, we've been hit by multiple robberies and acts of vandalism, and honestly, it's been frustrating, confusing, and at times pretty heartbreaking. We talk through what happened, how it's affected us, and what it feels like when a place you're pouring your heart into suddenly doesn't feel quite as safe. We also get into the emotional side of it all—the self-blame, the sleepless nights, the challenge of staying open and welcoming while figuring out how to better protect the farm, the animals, and the future we're trying to build here. But it's not all heavy. We share some of the bright spots too, including the launch of our new rescue coffee truck, an incredible turnout from the community at Rancho Coastal Humane Society, and some of the lessons we learned from our very first event. We also talk about Flip Farms, where it's headed, and why we're more committed than ever to creating a place that brings people together around rescue, coffee, and community. And because Flip is at the heart of everything we do, I share a special moment that reminded me why this whole journey started in the first place with my soul dog, Flip. Then we wrap up with this week's Adoptable Dog of the Week, Blossom, a beautiful Great Pyrenees who's discovering that people can be kind, safe, and worth trusting after a difficult start in life. If you've ever faced a setback while chasing a dream, or if you just believe dogs make the world a better place we'd love for you to join us. Hit subscribe and help us continue saving dogs together. 00:00 - We Got Robbed 03:00 - The Story Behind Flip Farms 05:55 - Discovering the Break-Ins 15:00 - Why Would Someone Do This? 29:45 - The Coffee Truck Event Success 46:50 - Catching the Thief on Camera 57:05 - Adorable Adoptable Dog - Blossom Sponsor a Fence Post: https://www.shoprockykanaka.com/products/fence-post-dedication?variant=50908302114852 Coffee Plant Contribution: https://www.shoprockykanaka.com/products/coffee-plant-contribution Buy a Coffee for a Shelter Worker: https://flipcoffee.com/products/buy-a-coffee-for-a-shelter-worker     ADOPTABLE DOG OF THE WEEK: Thank you for sharing to help get our adoptable dog a loving home! Name: Blossom Age: Just under 2 years old Breed: Great Pyrenees Rescue: National Great Pyrenees Rescue Location: Tennessee Go here: https://rockykanaka.com/adoption/blossom-great-pyrenees-mix-the-proof-that-even-the-shyest-beginnings-can-bloom-into-the-brightest-love-meet-her-today/ See ALL of our adoptable dogs at:  https://rockykanaka.com/adoption-list/     Get New York Times Best Selling Book Sitting with Dogs: https://amzn.to/4hE9qxx   Follow Rocky https://www.youtube.com/@rockykanaka / https://www.instagram.com/rockykanaka/# Follow Kelly https://www.instagram.com/kelly.kanaka/# Follow DogsAndCoffee https://www.youtube.com/@DogsandCoffee /  https://www.instagram.com/dogsandcoffee/#     Dogs and Coffee Podcast by Rocky Kanaka and Kelly Kanaka where they talk all things dogs and coffee. This podcast covers comedy to heartfelt moments talking about the state of dog rescue, how to handle difficult dogs, some of our favorite coffee drinks and more all while Rocky tries to be a barista. We serve Flip Coffee at local cafes and will hopefully do this around the country.

    1 hr

  3. Jun 10

    The Cat Guy Who Secretly Has 5 Dogs | The REAL Jackson Galaxy

    Jackson Galaxy is known worldwide as the cat behavior expert and host of My Cat From Hell, but his journey to becoming a pro didn't come in a straight line. Before the structure and stability, there was a struggle with addiction - until he walked into an animal shelter and found his purpose. In this episode, Jackson opens up about the realities of his past and how committing to the animals that no one else chose quietly started changing him back. We also dive deep into the broken shelter system, why he champions feral and community cats, and his famous "Seven Deadly Cat Sins" (including why you should never squirt your cat with water or declaw them). Plus, Jackson reviews some interesting pet toys, talks about the surprising discovery of a half-sister, and shares memories of his soul pets, Rudy and Velouria. Then, we wrap up with "Kelly's Always Right" and introduce this week's adoptable dog, Kaiser - a scruffy, 10-month-old terrier mix from Jersey who is great with cats! If this episode moved you, hit subscribe to Save Dogs With Us! 2:35 -  Game: A Cat Would Never or Thinks It's Clever 8:55 -  How Cats Found Jackson at the Shelter 10:55 - The Story Behind "My Cat From Hell" 14:05 -  Overcoming Addiction Through Animal Rescue 23:55 -  Lux: The 911 Cat 25:25 -  Community Cats & The Importance of TNR 30:10 -  Rethinking the Broken Shelter System 35:10 -  Jackson's Seven Deadly Cat Sins 52:00 -  Reviewing Top Dog and Cat Products 1:08:50 - Jackson's Soul Dog & Soul Cat 1:12:05 -  A Surprising Family Discovery 1:14:50 -  Kelly's Always Right 1:20:25 -  Adoptable Dog of the Week: Meet Kaiser   Jackson's Coffee Order: Oat Milk Latte w/ and an extra shot Follow Jackson Galaxy on Social: YouTube: @ ⁠JacksonGalaxy⁠ Instagram: @ ⁠TheCatDaddy⁠ TikTok: @ ⁠JacksonGalaxy⁠ Facebook: @ ⁠JacksonGalaxy⁠ And be sure to check out ⁠www.jacksongalaxy.com⁠   Thank you for sharing to help get our adoptable dog a loving home! Name: Kaiser Age:  10 months old Breed: terrier mix Rescue: South Jersey RescueLocation: 102 S Market St, Gibbstown, NJ 08027 Go here: ⁠https://rockykanaka.com/adoption/this-10-month-old-shy-pup-is-slowly-blossoming-into-a-toy-loving-snuggle-seeking-best-friend/⁠ See ALL of our adoptable dogs at: ⁠https://rockykanaka.com/adoption-list/⁠ Follow Rocky ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@rockykanaka⁠ / ⁠https://www.instagram.com/rockykanaka/#⁠ Follow Kelly ⁠https://www.instagram.com/kelly.kanaka/#⁠ Follow DogsAndCoffee ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@DogsandCoffee⁠ /  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/dogsandcoffee/#⁠   Dogs and Coffee Podcast by Rocky Kanaka and Kelly Kanaka where they talk all things dogs and coffee. This podcast covers comedy to heartfelt moments talking about the state of dog rescue, how to handle difficult dogs, some of our favorite coffee drinks and more all while Rocky tries to be a barista. We serve Flip Coffee at local cafes and will hopefully do this around the country. Get New York Times Best Selling Book Sitting with Dogs: ⁠https://amzn.to/4hE9qxx⁠

    1h 24m

  4. Jun 1

    Cesar Millan Told Us Something We Weren't Ready For

    We're not sure our hearts were ready for this but I am so Glad Cesar shared. You know when the Dog Whisperer himself opens up and is willing to be venerable to help others it's because he has a heart of gold. In our Season 1 wrap (and our very first episode shot at the farm + brand-new coffee trailer), Kelly and Rocky revisit the moments that hit us hardest, including the one from Cesar Millan we honestly weren't ready for. We rewatch Zach Skow's "90 days to live" confession, Alison Eastwood's take on what dog rescue actually requires, and Molly Burke on the certified service-dog lie nobody talks about. Then we sit down with the voice behind Sitting With Dogs, our producer Alexis for the full behind-the-scenes she's never shared on camera. Plus this week's adoptable dog, Bolt. If this episode moved you, hit subscribe to Save Dogs With Us!   0:46 First Episode on the Farm 3:53 Zach Skow: The Golden Boy Who Almost Lost Everything 6:48 "You Have 90 Days to Live" 12:25 Alison Eastwood Gets Real About Rescue 18:39 The Cesar Millan Moment We Weren't Ready For 24:01 Molly Burke on the "Certified" Service Dog Lie 30:13 Meet Alexis — The Voice Behind Sitting With Dogs 57:35 Saying Goodbye to Chester 1:02:37 Adoptable Dog of the Week: Meet Bolt   🐾 FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE Cesar Millan → @cesarmillanofficial   Molly Burke → @mollyburkeofficial     ☕ DOGS & COFFEE Flip Coffee → https://flipcoffee.com Subscribe → @dogsandcoffeepodcast   Dogs and Coffee Podcast by Rocky Kanaka and Kelly Kanaka talks all things dogs and coffee. This podcast covers comedy to heartfelt moments talking about the state of dog rescue, how to handle difficult dogs, some of our favorite coffee drinks and more all while Rocky tries to be a barista. We serve Flip Coffee at local cafes and will hopefully do this around the country.

    1h 8m
  5. Bobby Berk Just Roasted This $10,000 Home Design Trend

    May 19

    Bobby Berk Just Roasted This $10,000 Home Design Trend

    Get Flip Coffee and Help Dogs Here: https://www.flipcoffee.com Bobby Berk joins Rocky and Kelly for a conversation that is funny, deeply personal, and surprisingly emotional, starting with the story of a young kid in rural Missouri secretly redecorating his bedroom because he instinctively understood how space could affect the way a person feels. From there, Bobby opens up about growing up in a small town where he felt forced to hide who he was, the moment he realized he had to leave home at just 15 years old, and how survival mode eventually turned into ambition. He shares stories from telemarketing call centers, Applebee's shifts, sleeping in dorm rooms and cars, and the unexpected journey that eventually led him to New York City and the creation of his own furniture company. Bobby breaks down how he accidentally became a designer, why he never thought he was qualified for the industry, and how learning to "sell himself" became the key to building a business and eventually landing Queer Eye. He also reflects on the emotional impact of the show, the kindness of its fanbase, and what it felt like when strangers started sharing stories about how the show changed their lives. The conversation also dives into Bobby's relationship with his mini labradoodle Bimini, whose separation anxiety completely changed the rhythm of his home life and travel habits. Bobby shares why he refuses to design around fear of pets making messes, why dogs deserve to feel fully at home, and how your environment can dramatically affect your mental health. PLUS: Rocky and Bobby discover they both worked in Springfield, Missouri call centers and Applebee's restaurants at nearly the exact same time, Bobby shares behind-the-scenes details about Junkyard Jackpot, and the group debates collectibles, clutter, design mistakes, and the emotional weight we attach to our stuff.     TIMESTAMPS 06:00 - Five-year-old Bobby redesigns his bedroom with birthday money 08:15 - Bobby opens up about leaving home at 15 years old 09:15 - The telemarketing job that changed Bobby's life 11:10 - Rocky and Bobby realize they both worked at the same Applebee's 16:35 - Bobby explains how dogs fit into his home design philosophy 18:35 - The restaurant incident that worsened Bimini's anxiety 21:25 - Moving to New York and building a furniture empire from scratch 26:30 - The audition that changed Bobby Berk's life forever 29:00 - Inside Bobby's new HGTV show Junkyard Jackpot 32:40 - The emotional reason one family finally sold their massive collection Bobby's Coffee Order: Iced coffee with oat milk and simple syrup Dog: Bimini Follow Bobby: @bobby | website: https://bobbyberk.com/ Book: Right at Home: How Good Design Is Good for the Mind: https://bobbyberk.com/book/ Thank you for sharing to help get our adoptable dog of the week a loving home! Dog: Bobby the Basset Hound Age: 1 yo Breed: Basset Hound Location: Chula Vista Animal Services Go here: https://rockykanaka.com/adoption/bobby-for-adoption/ And check out ALL of our adoptable dogs at: https://rockykanaka.com/adoption-list/ Get New York Times Best Selling Book Sitting with Dogs https://amzn.to/4hE9qxx Follow Rocky: @rockykanaka / https://www.instagram.com/rockykanaka/# Follow Kelly: @kelly.kanaka / https://www.instagram.com/kelly.kanaka/# Dogs and Coffee Podcast by Rocky Kanaka and Kelly Kanaka where they talk all things dogs and coffee. This podcast covers comedy to heartfelt moments talking about the state of dog rescue, how to handle difficult dogs, some of our favorite coffee drinks and more all while Rocky tries to be a barista. We serve Flip Coffee at local cafes and will hopefully do this around the country.

    56 min

  6. Jan 5

    The Nightmare of Flying With Pets -and How it's being Fixed!

    Get Flip Coffee and Help Dogs Here: https://www.flipcoffee.com and how much does it cost to fly with your dog? Barkair is trying to make flights available for under $1,000 so but how did all of this start? Rocky, Kelly and Henrik pitch fun pet business ideas - But will they FLY?! 🤣✈️🐶 Henrik's Coffee Order: Cappuccino with low fat milk, medium roast. Dog: Molly Follow Henrik: @werdelin and @bark Henrik's Book: Me, My Customer and AI - The New Rules of Entrepreneurship Thank you for sharing to help get our adoptable dog of the week a loving home! Dog: Pumpkin! Age: 2 years old Breed: Husky/Chow Chow mix Location: Flip Farms - San Diego County Go here: https://rockykanaka.com/adoption/pumpkin-for-adoption/ And check out ALL of our adoptable dogs at: https://rockykanaka.com/adoption-list/ Get New York Times Best Selling Book Sitting with Dogs https://amzn.to/4hE9qxx Follow Rocky: @rockykanaka /https://www.instagram.com/rockykanaka/# Follow Kelly: @kelly.kanaka / https://www.instagram.com/kelly.kanaka/# BarkBox and Bark Air co-founder Henrik Werdelin joins Rocky and Kelly for a conversation that is equal parts hilarious, sharp, and surprisingly heartfelt- starting with the now-legendary cruise-ship prank that sparked a global dog brand. From there, Henrik breaks down the mindset behind building BarkBox, Bark in the Belly, and Bark Air, the first airline designed entirely around dogs. Henrik shares why he rejects the idea of "playbook founders," why he trusts instinct over consensus, and why he still stands by the straight-shooting comments he made in an Animal Planet pitch meeting with Rocky years ago. He also opens up about idea generation, risk, creative friction, and why solving problems for dogs is often easier, and more joyful, than solving them for humans. PLUS: Rocky and Kelly pitch Henrik a few business ideas of their own. Will they fly? ------ Dogs and Coffee Podcast by Rocky Kanaka and Kelly Kanaka where they talk all things dogs and coffee. This podcast covers comedy to heartfelt moments talking about the state of dog rescue, how to handle difficult dogs, some of our favorite coffee drinks and more all while Rocky tries to be a barista. We serve Flip Coffee at local cafes and will hopefully do this around the country.

    59 min

  7. 2025-12-24

    Did Sarah Drew's Dog Know She Was Pregnant Before She Did?!

    Get Flip Coffee and Help Dogs Here:⁠ https://www.flipcoffee.com⁠ Actor and storyteller Sarah Drew joins Rocky and Kelly for a warm, candid, funny, and deeply heartfelt conversation about the dog who shaped her life: a blue-heeler mix named Lucy. You know Sarah from Grey's Anatomy, Guiding Emily, and her holiday mystery series Mistletoe Murders. But behind the roles is a story that spans intuition, devotion, motherhood, major life changes, and the kind of bond dog people understand instantly. Sarah shares how Lucy became her "first baby," how she seemed to sense every major shift in Sarah's life before it happened,  including circling her protectively when she was pregnant without knowing,  and how she stayed steady through cross-country shoots, building a family, and long days on set. She also opens up about Lucy's final chapter: the three separate times Sarah's family thought it was the end… and how Lucy kept choosing to stay just a little longer. BUT! This is Dogs & Coffee, so it's not all tears. Sarah tells the story of a cat on set who nearly staged a coup, Rocky becomes an official "dog sleuth," and we get a window into Sarah's Americano-with-cream-and-Splenda coffee order. This episode is a cozy holiday hug for dog lovers, mystery fans, and anyone who's ever been changed by an animal. Sarah Drew Coffee Order: Americano with cream + one Splenda Dog: Lucy (Blue-Heeler mix, legend) Follow Sarah: ⁠@thesarahdrew⁠ Thank you for sharing to help get our adoptable dog of the week a loving home! Dog: Pumpkin! Age: 2 years Breed: Husky/Chow Chow mix Location: Flip Farms - San Diego County Adopt Pumpkin:⁠ https://rockykanaka.com/adoption/pumpkin-for-adoption/⁠ And check out ALL of our adoptable dogs at: ⁠https://rockykanaka.com/adoption-list/⁠ Get New York Times Best Selling Book Sitting with Dogs:⁠ https://amzn.to/4hE9qxx⁠ Follow Rocky: @rockykanaka /⁠ https://www.instagram.com/rockykanaka/⁠Follow Kelly: @kelly.kanaka /⁠ https://www.instagram.com/kelly.kanaka/⁠ ----------- Dogs and Coffee Podcast by Rocky Kanaka and Kelly Kanaka where they talk all things dogs and coffee. This podcast covers comedy to heartfelt moments talking about the state of dog rescue, how to handle difficult dogs, some of our favorite coffee drinks and more all while Rocky tries to be a barista. We serve Flip Coffee at local cafes and will hopefully do this around the country.

    49 min

  8. 2025-12-19

    The Ugly Truth About Fake Service Dogs

    Get Flip Coffee and Help Dogs Here: https://www.flipcoffee.com Molly Burke joins Rocky and Kelly for a raw, wise, and surprisingly funny conversation about blindness, identity, and the guide dogs who've shaped every chapter of her life. From the moment doctors told her parents "she's going to go blind… there's nothing we can do" to a childhood spent losing vision in waves, Molly walks us through her story with honesty and clarity. She shares what it was like preparing for blindness while she could still see, learning Braille early, practicing cane skills long before she relied on them, and the accident that forced her into using a cane full-time at eight. Molly also opens up about the part no one sees: the neurological panic of rapid vision loss. And through it all: dogs. For 18 and a half years, she's rarely been without a guide dog by her side. Molly's Coffee Order: medium roast cafe latte with soy milk Dog: Elton John (Guide Dog and Water Connoisseur) Follow Molly: ‪@MollyBurkeOfficial‬    / @mollyburkeofficial   Molly's Book - Unseen: How I Lost My Vision but Found My Voice Thank you for sharing to help get our adoptable dog of the week a loving home! Dog: Pumpkin Age: 2 years old Breed: Husky/Chow Chow mix Location: Flip Farms - San Diego County Go here: https://rockykanaka.com/adoption/pump... And check out ALL of our adoptable dogs at: https://rockykanaka.com/adoption-list/ Get New York Times Best Selling Book Sitting with Dogs https://amzn.to/4hE9qxx Follow Molly: @mollyburkeofficial /   / mollyburkeofficial   Follow Rocky: @rockykanaka /  / rockykanaka   Follow Kelly: @kelly.kanaka /   / kelly.kanaka   Dogs and Coffee Podcast by Kelly and Rocky Kanaka where they talk all things dogs and coffee. This podcast covers comedy to heartfelt moments talking about the state of dog rescue, how to handle difficult dogs, some of our favorite coffee drinks and more all while Rocky tries to be a barista. We serve Flip Coffee at local cafes and will hopefully do this around the country.

    1h 14m
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Dogs and Coffee" is a heartwarming, fun-filled podcast hosted by Emmy-nominated TV personality and YouTuber Rocky Kanaka alongside Kelly Kanaka, who together are a husband and wife dynamic team in life, business and entrepreneurship driven by a shared vision and passion for pets spreading the word of love, adoption and volunteering. Filmed at a local coffee shop by the iconic Original Farmer's Market at The Grove in Los Angeles, the show features a cozy, cafe setting where guest celebrities, influencers, and fellow animal lovers, join Rocky and Kelly for intimate conversations of hope and perseverance while they attempt to make the guest their favorite coffee drink. Whether you're a coffee enthusiast, a dog lover, or simply seeking feel-good conversations, "Dogs and Coffee" is your new favorite way to celebrate the love and happiness animals bring into our lives. If you love Rocky Kanaka in Sitting with Dogs or seeing him on his farm growing Flip Coffee you will love this.

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