Your Family Dog Podcast

Tina Spring
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  • PETS & ANIMALS
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Helping families love living with dogs. Simple solutions to common canine problems from professional dog trainer Tina Spring.

  1. 5D AGO

    YFD 262: You Arf What You Eat, Part I

    The importance of nutrition is a recurring topic here at Your Family Dog, and with good reason. Quality nutrition can make a huge difference in the life, health, and happiness of your dog, but figuring out what that looks like can be overwhelming. Should my dog's food all be raw? Are grains good or bad? Do I really have to make it all myself? Dog trainer Emily Breslin is, if possible, even more passionate about nutrition than she is about enrichment (which she talked about on the show back in November). She's committed to helping families feed their dogs better, without going nuts. Join us today to learn about a healthy canine diet and what you can do to help improve your dog's meals.   For show notes and more, please go to Your Family Dog.

    42 min

  2. MAR 3

    YFD 261: Kids Around Dogs- Special Needs Edition

    Navigating life with kids and dogs can be tricky- something we've talked about many times before on the show. And it can become even more complicated when one of the parties involved has some kind of special need. Neurodivergent kiddos or children with sensory processing disorders can find living with a dog- even a dog they love- to be especially challenging, and parents are often at a loss as to what to do. Enter Debbie Lucken, the founder of Kids Around Dogs, an organization dedicated to helping kids and dogs get along. Back in December, Debbie came on the podcast to talk about her work with KAD. This week she's back to talk more about helping those kids who are a little differently wired to still find joy in their pets.   For show notes and more, please go to Your Family Dog.

    1h 11m

  3. FEB 24

    YFD 260- An Update on Workout Woof with Mark Mancuso

    Back in December, we talked to Mark Mancuso, developer of the new app Workout Woof. Designed to connect fitness enthusiasts with canine workout buddies, the app aims to build community and connection between dog owners and local athletes. Now, a few months on, tune in for an update from Mark on how the app launch is going and what to expect in the future.   For show notes and more, please go to Your Family Dog.

    26 min

  4. FEB 17

    YFD 259- Animal Chiropractic with Dr. Kelli Meier

    Many of us seek out chiropractic care for ourselves, to help with aches, pains, and stiff joints. But spinal adjustment isn't just for humans- animals can benefit from chiropractic care as well. Dr. Kelli Meier adjusts the spines of both humans and animals at her practice, and joined the show today to discuss how chiropractic care can help everyone from dogs to guinea pigs.   For show notes and more, please go to Your Family Dog.

    40 min

  5. FEB 10

    YFD 258: "The Invisible Leash" with Patrice Karst

    Loss is always the hardest part of owning and loving a pet. This can be especially true for children, whose first experience of death and grief comes through the loss of a beloved animal. Fortunately, there is no lack of gentle, comforting resources to help kids- and adults!- navigate the grief that comes with pet loss. Recently, we highlighted Warren Hanson's wonderful book "Paw Prints in the Stars." Today, we're joined by author Patrice Karst, whose book "The Invisible Leash" celebrates the bond that exists between us and our animals, even after they're gone from this world.   For show notes and more, please go to Your Family Dog.

    44 min

  6. JAN 27

    YFD 257: Every Hero Needs a Sidekick

    Dog training has come a long way over the past few decades. A huge shift has happened, away from the harsh and punitive measures of the past, to kinder, gentler, reinforcement-based training. The tools of the trade have obviously changed as well- prong collars and choke chains have increasingly given way to better alternatives, such as the popular Gentle Leader. And now, there's an even better training tool on the market, one designed not only to help with pulling issues, but to deepen your relationship with your dog. Trainer Heather Beck of Heather's Heroes joined the show today to talk about her innovative new training leash, the Sidekick.   For show notes and more, please go to Your Family Dog.

    1h 26m

  7. JAN 27

    YFD 256: "Paw Prints in the Stars" with Warren Hanson

    Grief is, unfortunately, an inevitable part of life. For many of us, our first real experience of grief and loss comes with the passing of a beloved pet. As children, it can be hard to understand exactly what's happened and why our furry friend is never coming back. Moved by the story of a tragic accident, author and illustrator Warren Hanson set out to try and give comfort to children experiencing grief. His books "The Next Place," and "Paw Prints in the Stars" provide a gentle guide to coping with the sadness of death, and the celebration of the love that remains. Join us today for a discussion of grief and loss, and a special storytime (tissues recommended!).   For show notes and more, please go to Your Family Dog.

    1h 1m

  8. JAN 20

    YFD 255: Dogs After Kids with Debra Murray

    There are a lot of resources out there about kids and dogs. But whether it's bringing a puppy home to your kids, or a new baby home to your dog, most of the information available focuses on the early stages of child/puppyhood. What is often overlooked- but can be just as challenging to all involved- is what happens when the kids grow up, move out, and leave their pets behind. Family dog trainer Debra Murray, of Smartypaws LLC, specializes in family-pet dynamics. Join us today to talk about how to handle this overlooked but still pivotal adjustment in your pet's life.   For show notes and more, please go to Your Family Dog.

    1h 2m
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Helping families love living with dogs. Simple solutions to common canine problems from professional dog trainer Tina Spring.

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  • Creator
    Tina Spring
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    266
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2016-2025 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Your Family Dog Podcast

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