LONG LIVE DOGS Pitbulls & Pet Grief Podcast

Craig Fields and Josephine Ciuzio
  • 5.0 (3)
  • Pets & Animals

Long Live Dogs: Pitbulls & Pet Grief Podcast is where dog lovers, pitbull advocates, and grieving pet parents come for real talk, real help, and real hope. Hosted by Craig Fields, founder of New York Bully Crew, this podcast dives into dog longevity, holistic health, nutrition, supplements, and natural wellness—helping you give your dog the longest, healthiest life possible. But we also go deeper. We talk about pet loss, dog grief, coping with losing a dog, and honoring the bond that never really leaves us. Every episode is rooted in real rescue experience, featuring expert insights, raw stories, and lessons from the frontlines of saving dogs who were left behind. 🐾 And here’s the mission: All podcast profits go directly to supporting NYBC’s shelter dogs—many of whom have been abandoned, overlooked, or waiting years for a home. If you love dogs, believe in second chances, and want to do more—you’re in the right place. 🎧 Listen. Learn. Heal. Help save lives. Learn more: nybullycrew.org

Episodes

  1. May 19

    Marshall’s Fight: Cancer, Advocacy & The Hardest Goodbye

    In one of the most emotional episodes yet of the Long Live Dogs: Pitbulls & Pet Grief Podcast, Craig opens up about the heartbreaking loss of his beloved dog Marshall after a more than two-year battle with canine cancer. Craig shares what it was like fighting cancer in dogs, navigating difficult specialist appointments, and learning how to advocate for your dog at the vet when something doesn’t feel right. He speaks honestly about the emotional toll of anticipatory grief after a dog cancer diagnosis, the guilt many pet parents carry, and the desperate hope for just a little more time. Together, Craig and Josephine discuss holistic dog care, quality of life for dogs with cancer, rescue dog advocacy, and the reality of coping with losing a dog when you’re simply not ready to let go. This episode is for every dog parent who has ever loved deeply, fought hard for their dog, and experienced the heartbreak of pet grief and saying goodbye. We dedicate this Episode to Marshall Mathers  Send us Fan Mail Support the show Thank you for listening to the Long Live Dogs: Pitbulls & Pet Grief Podcast. If this episode touched your heart, please leave us a review and share it with another dog lover. Your support not only helps more people find the podcast, but also helps bring awareness to the dogs of New York Bully Crew who are still waiting for their forever homes. Today’s episode is brought to you by  Cassone Leasing Inc. — a proud woman-owned business specializing in trailers, containers, and office solutions — and Bully Crew CBD, where every purchase helps support rescue dogs in need. Show questions? Email us: info@bullycrewcbd.com

    38 min

  2. Apr 27

    Can Brushing Your Dog’s Teeth Extend Their Life?|ft. Sherri Marchese

    What if something as simple as brushing your dog’s teeth could add years to their life? In this episode of Long Live Dogs: Pitbulls & Pet Grief Podcast, we’re joined by Dog Mom and dental hygienist Sherri Marchese—known by many as the face behind @nybulldogsisters. Sherri shares how her commitment to dental care helped extend the life of her beloved Bulldog, Phoebe, who was born with a congenital heart condition. We dive into the powerful connection between oral health and overall longevity in dogs—and why dental disease is one of the most overlooked threats to their health. Sherri breaks down: How poor dental health impacts the heart, organs, and lifespanThe simple daily routine that can add years to your dog’s lifeEasy, stress-free ways to start brushing your dog’s teethHer natural DIY toothpaste recipeReal-life lessons from Phoebe’s journeyThis episode is both educational and deeply heartfelt—because loving our dogs means doing the small things that give us more time together. 🎧 Listen now and start building a routine your dog will love. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Thank you for listening to the Long Live Dogs: Pitbulls & Pet Grief Podcast. If this episode touched your heart, please leave us a review and share it with another dog lover. Your support not only helps more people find the podcast, but also helps bring awareness to the dogs of New York Bully Crew who are still waiting for their forever homes. Today’s episode is brought to you by  Cassone Leasing Inc. — a proud woman-owned business specializing in trailers, containers, and office solutions — and Bully Crew CBD, where every purchase helps support rescue dogs in need. Show questions? Email us: info@bullycrewcbd.com

    33 min

  3. Apr 16

    3 Ways to Help Your Dog Live Longer + Coping With Pet Loss

    3 simple ways to help your dog live longer—plus an honest conversation about coping with pet loss. In Episode 1 of Long Live Dogs, Pitbulls & Pet Grief Craig Fields shares practical, effective tips to improve your dog’s health and longevity, including daily habits, and natural wellness strategies that can make a real difference. Then we open up about the part of loving a dog no one is ever fully prepared for—losing them. This raw and heartfelt conversation explores dog grief, healing, and how to honor the bond we share with our dogs long after they’re gone. Whether you want to help your dog live a longer, healthier life or need support navigating pet loss, this episode is for you. 🐾 Dog longevity | Dog health | Pet wellness | Coping with pet loss | Dog grief support ❤️ 100% of profits support rescue dogs through nybullycrew.org  Sponsored by Cassone Trailers & Bully Crew CBD Send us Fan Mail Support the show Thank you for listening to the Long Live Dogs: Pitbulls & Pet Grief Podcast. If this episode touched your heart, please leave us a review and share it with another dog lover. Your support not only helps more people find the podcast, but also helps bring awareness to the dogs of New York Bully Crew who are still waiting for their forever homes. Today’s episode is brought to you by  Cassone Leasing Inc. — a proud woman-owned business specializing in trailers, containers, and office solutions — and Bully Crew CBD, where every purchase helps support rescue dogs in need. Show questions? Email us: info@bullycrewcbd.com

    42 min

  4. Season 1, Episode 1 Trailer

    They Are Never ‘Just Dogs’ | Welcome to Long Live Dogs! Pitbulls & Pet Grief Podcast

    Long Live Dogs is a podcast focused on pet grief, dog loss, and dog longevity. Hosted by NY Bully Crew founder Craig Fields, each episode explores real stories of loss, healing, and practical tips to help your dog live a longer, healthier life. Featuring expert insights, training advice, and rescue perspectives—this podcast is for every dog owner who wants to honor the past while doing better for the future. Sponsored by Cassone Trailers Inc  Send us Fan Mail Support the show Thank you for listening to the Long Live Dogs: Pitbulls & Pet Grief Podcast. If this episode touched your heart, please leave us a review and share it with another dog lover. Your support not only helps more people find the podcast, but also helps bring awareness to the dogs of New York Bully Crew who are still waiting for their forever homes. Today’s episode is brought to you by  Cassone Leasing Inc. — a proud woman-owned business specializing in trailers, containers, and office solutions — and Bully Crew CBD, where every purchase helps support rescue dogs in need. Show questions? Email us: info@bullycrewcbd.com

    11 min

Trailer

Ratings & Reviews

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About

Long Live Dogs: Pitbulls & Pet Grief Podcast is where dog lovers, pitbull advocates, and grieving pet parents come for real talk, real help, and real hope. Hosted by Craig Fields, founder of New York Bully Crew, this podcast dives into dog longevity, holistic health, nutrition, supplements, and natural wellness—helping you give your dog the longest, healthiest life possible. But we also go deeper. We talk about pet loss, dog grief, coping with losing a dog, and honoring the bond that never really leaves us. Every episode is rooted in real rescue experience, featuring expert insights, raw stories, and lessons from the frontlines of saving dogs who were left behind. 🐾 And here’s the mission: All podcast profits go directly to supporting NYBC’s shelter dogs—many of whom have been abandoned, overlooked, or waiting years for a home. If you love dogs, believe in second chances, and want to do more—you’re in the right place. 🎧 Listen. Learn. Heal. Help save lives. Learn more: nybullycrew.org

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