Dogs and Coffee with Kelly and Rocky Kanaka

Kelly Kanaka and Rocky Kanaka
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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.

  1. 19H AGO

    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

  2. 5D AGO

    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

  3. DEC 13

    This Company LEGALLY made a DOG their CEO 😅

    Get Flip Coffee and Help Dogs Here: https://www.flipcoffee.com WeRateDogs founder Matt Nelson joins Rocky and Kelly for a hilarious and surprisingly heartfelt conversation about how a joke Twitter account became the internet's most joyful dog brand. Matt shares how it all started long before the followers, back when he was a kid who couldn't calm his emotions, but the golden retrievers in his house could. In college, he fell in love with comedy, noticed that almost all of his viral jokes were about dogs, and launched WeRateDogs from his tiny dorm room. Four days later, the account had more followers than he did… and by year's end, it had a million. Today, the brand is a full-time operation, a charitable foundation, and home to one extremely confident dog CEO: Javier,  Matt's newly adopted, totally deaf, low-rider boss. Matt breaks down how he and his team choose dogs for the viral Top 10 lists, why only around 60 dogs in 10 years have ever earned a perfect 15/10, and what really qualifies a dog for the highest rating. He also shares the chaos of being recognized in public ("Can you rate my dog?") and the story behind the first autograph he ever signed-  which someone immediately cared less about than the rating. PLUS! Rocky and Kelly get deputized to rate dogs. And yes… Rocky breaks the rules. Matt Nelson Coffee Order: decaf vanilla latte with oat milk Dog: Javier FOLLOW MATT! @WeRateDogs and @thedogsweregoodagain Support 15/10 Foundation: 15outof10.org Get YOUR: 2026 We Rate Dogs Calendar: https://weratedogs.com/pages/2026-calendars Submit YOUR Pup Here: https://portal.weratedogs.com/ Thank you for sharing to help get our adoptable dog of the week a loving home! Dog: Pumpkin! To quote Rocky & Kelly, "We are ALL in on Pumpkin!" "Pumpkin! Pumpkin! 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/ Get New York Times Best Selling Book Sitting with Dogs https://amzn.to/4hE9qxx Connect with Matt on Instagram: @officialdogfather | @weratedogs | @dogfeelingsig 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.

    59 min
  4. How a Chance Meeting Saved a Vet's Heart

    DEC 5

    How a Chance Meeting Saved a Vet's Heart

    Get Flip Coffee and Help Dogs Here: https://www.flipcoffee.com Dr. Kwane Stewart aka The Street Vet sits down with Rocky and Kelly for an honest, funny, and deeply emotional conversation about dog shelters, homelessness, and what it really means to be a good pet parent. From the childhood moment he chased an injured golden retriever through his neighborhood in Brownsville, Texas, to announcing at seven, fresh off watching The Black Stallion, that he would become a veterinarian… to eventually becoming a high-end vet serving wealthy clients in San Diego before the recession hit and pushed him into municipal shelter work in Modesto, where he was euthanizing dozens of animals by 10 AM. Dr. Kwane shares every chapter with unfiltered honesty about how it shaped him. How a quick 7-Eleven coffee stop became a $3 act of compassion, and man's "thank you for not ignoring me," became the seed that grew into Project Street Vet. Through it all, Dr. Kwane stays grounded, compassionate, and funny,  even when the stories get heavy. And yes, we get into social media, misconceptions about homeless pet owners, and why walking an encampment in Oakland became "one of the best days" of a veteran journalist's life. Dr. Kwane's Coffee Order: Straight Black Coffee Dog: Cora 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/ Get New York Times Best Selling Book Sitting with Dogs https://amzn.to/4hE9qxx Connect with Dr. Kwane on Instagram: ___ Follow Rocky: @rockykanaka /https://www.instagram.com/rockykanaka/# Follow Kelly:  @kelly.kanaka / https://www.instagram.com/kelly.kanaka/# Get New York Times Best Selling Book Sitting with Dogs https://amzn.to/4hE9qxx Connect with Dr. Kwane & Project Street Vet: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwane/ https://www.instagram.com/thestreetvet/ Website: https://www.projectstreetvet.org/ 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 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 9m
  5. Cesar Millan's Soul Dog Story Had All of Us Crying

    NOV 26

    Cesar Millan's Soul Dog Story Had All of Us Crying

    Get Flip Coffee and Help Dogs Here: https://www.flipcoffee.com Cesar Millan. YES, The Dog Whisperer himself sits down with Rocky and Kelly for one of the most raw, inspiring, and surprising conversations we've had on Dogs & Coffee. From growing up in Sinaloa where choosing "dogs over drugs" was a literal decision, to crossing the border alone at 21, spending Christmas and New Year at the border, to becoming the guy who walked 40–60 off-leash dogs out of an old Astro Van, to the LA Times article that created a line of TV producers outside his door the next morning. Cesar opens up about everything- including the moment he came closest to giving up, and the faith, energy, and instinct that brought him back. He talks pack positions, raising front/middle/back-of-the-pack dogs, his 43-acre Dog Psychology Center, and how a kangaroo ended up being part of his healing journey. And through all of it? He sips exactly what we should have guessed: straight espresso -  the same thing he's been drinking since he was five years old. Cesar Millan Coffee Order: Straight Espresso Dogs: Sophia, Alfie, Snow Monkey Thank you for sharing to help get Wally our adoptable dog a loving home! Name: Wally Age: Young adult Breed: Mixed Breed Location: Animal Haven, NYC Rescue: Animal Haven Go here: https://rockykanaka.com/tears-as-neglected-puppy-spent-8-months-chained-to-a-radiator-but-what-happens-next-changes-his-world/ Get New York Times Best Selling Book Sitting with Dogs https://amzn.to/4hE9qxx Connect with Cesar on Instagram: @cesarsway / https://www.instagram.com/cesarsway/# Follow Rocky: @rockykanaka / https://www.instagram.com/rockykanaka/# Follow Kelly:  @kelly.kanaka / https://www.instagram.com/kelly.kanaka/#

    1h 9m

  6. NOV 8

    The Dog Lady - Rethinking Dog Rescue

    Get Rethinking Rescue: Dog Lady and the Story of America's Forgotten People and Pets https://amzn.to/3JJ6sLC 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. Get New York Times Best Selling Book Sitting with Dogs https://amzn.to/4hE9qxx Follow Rocky: https://www.instagram.com/rockykanaka Follow Kelly: https://www.instagram.com/kelly.kanaka

    46 min

  7. OCT 31

    Why you can't Stop Talking to your DOG - and it's Comedy Gold! 🤣 with Iliza Schlesinger

    Iliza Schlesinger's dog TianFu is one cute pup!  This powerhouse stand-up, writer, and actor -  you know her from her many hit stand up specials like War Paint, Freezing Hot, Confirmed Kills, Elder Millennial, Unveiled, and Hot Forever, and her newest hour A Different Animal on Prime Video. Will Rocky and Kelly actually be able to have a conversation or will they giggle the whole way through? Iliza Shlesinger Coffee Order: Iced Coffee with half and half and cinnamon Dog: Tibetan Spaniel and Chinese Village Dog mix, named Tian Fudog Thank you for sharing to help get Sweetie our adoptable dog a loving home! 🏠❤️ Name: Sweetie Age: 5 years old Breed: Pointer Mix Location: Gainesville, GA Rescue: Human Society of Northeast Georgia Go here: https://rockykanaka.com/overlooked-shelter-dog-poses-like-a-world-class-model-during-photoshoot-surprising-everyone/ Get New York Times Best Selling Book Sitting with Dogs: https://amzn.to/4hE9qxx Connect with Iliza On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ilizas Iliza Schlesinger's coffee map Show Tickets and Coffee Map: https://ilizas.komi.io/  Follow Rocky: https://www.instagram.com/rockykanaka/  Follow Kelly: https://www.instagram.com/kelly.kanaka   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 23m
  8. I had a stroke....

    OCT 24

    I had a stroke....

    Do dogs just know?! 🥹🐶 Get my new Sitting with Dogs Book where I share more on this and how it's impacted my mission and purpose through the years 🙏 https://sites.prh.com/sitting-with-dogs Become a member here:    / @dogsandcoffee   Denki the Schnauzer Mix – A Shy but Loyal Best Friend Waiting for You! Dog Rescue Name: Paws of Love Animal Rescue  Pet's Location: dallas TX, 75201 Pet's Age: 1 Year Pet's Size: medium Pet's Gender:male Pet's Color: black with tan, yellow or fawn Pet's Breed: Schnauzer / Mixed (medium coat) Pet good with dogs? yes Pet good with cats? yes Pet good with kids? yes More on our adoptable dog here: https://rockykanaka.com/adoption/denk...  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. Follow Rocky:   / rockykanaka   Follow Kelly:   / kelly.kanaka

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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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