The Erbekees Experience

Jodi Erbe
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  • Pets & Animals

Erbekees Introduction This is our 1st episode and introducing myself and my groomer/trainer

  1. 2d ago

    1st week Do's and Don'ts

    The podcast discusses the crucial do's and don'ts for the first week of bringing a puppy home. It covers topics such as feeding, treats, communication, training, biting, and crate training. The hosts emphasize the importance of creating a balanced and comfortable environment for the puppy's adjustment. The conversation covers essential puppy training, including crate training, recall training, and the importance of socialization after vaccination. It emphasizes the need for consistency, safety, and preparedness in puppy training. The discussion also highlights the significance of preventing parvo and exposure, as well as the value of monthly Q&A and support for new puppy owners. Takeaways Balanced and consistent interaction is crucial in the first week.Crate training and adjustment are essential for the puppy's well-being and comfort. Consistency and patience are key in puppy trainingFocus on safety, confidence, and preparednessPrevent parvo and exposure for puppy safety Chapters 00:00 Week One Do's and Don'ts04:17 Feeding and Treats09:27 Communication and Training23:24 Biting and Crate Training32:16 Crate Training and Adjustment34:15 Puppy Training Essentials35:13 Training Consistency and Commands36:13 Focus on Confidence and Safety37:27 Importance of Crate Training38:13 Recall Training for Safety39:43 Setting Up for Success40:12 House Training and Crate Training41:06 Exposure and Crate Training42:05 Crate Training for Safety and Preparedness43:05 The Importance of Crate Training43:35 Parvo and Exposure Precautions44:03 Preventing Parvo and Exposure44:29 Preventing Parvo and Exposure (Continued)47:40 Socialization and Training After Vaccination49:10 Puppy Classes and Vaccination50:09 Socialization and Training After Vaccination (Continued)01:05:23 Monthly Q&A and Support

  2. Aug 7

    Cost of a litter

    The conversation delves into the financial and time-related aspects of breeding and maintaining a kennel. It highlights the significant costs, the impact of selective breeding, and the value of time and effort put into the business. The conversation covers the comprehensive expenses and considerations involved in breeding and caring for puppies. It delves into the financial aspects, customer interactions, and business growth strategies related to the breeding business. Takeaways Breeding and maintaining a kennel involves significant financial and time-related commitments.Selective breeding has a profound impact on the breed and its evolution. Comprehensive understanding of the costs and expenses involved in breeding and caring for puppiesImportance of setting boundaries and maintaining professionalism in customer interactions Chapters 00:00 The Cost of Breeding03:13 The Financial Burden06:05 The Business of Breeding08:56 The Impact of Selective Breeding11:58 The Value of Time and Effort15:12 The Maintenance and Upkeep39:32 The Cost of Breeding44:18 Puppy Expenses and Care47:18 Insurance and Business Expenses01:05:25 Customer Interactions and Boundaries01:14:01 Marketing and Business Growth

  3. Jul 31

    Ethical Breeding Practices

    The conversation delves into the topic of ethical breeding practices, covering key aspects such as health testing, breeding decisions, temperament, socialization, limited purposeful litters, lifetime responsibility, and placement. The discussion emphasizes the importance of responsible breeding practices and the impact of ethical decisions on the well-being of the animals. The conversation delves into the ethical considerations of breeding practices, the impact of pricing and affordability on pet ownership, and the importance of health testing and transparency in the breeding process. Jodi Erbe shares insights on these topics, emphasizing the need for responsible breeding, fair pricing, and thorough health testing for puppies. Takeaways Ethical breeding practices involve health testing and responsible breeding decisions.Temperament and socialization are key factors in ethical breeding practices. Ethical breeding practicesPricing and affordabilityHealth testing and transparency Chapters 00:00 Ethical Breeding Practices03:08 Health Testing and Breeding Decisions07:32 Temperament and Socialization10:43 Limited Purposeful Litters29:38 Lifetime Responsibility and Placement40:56 Ethical Breeding Practices48:42 Pricing and Affordability55:17 Health Testing and Transparency

  4. Jul 24

    About Erbekees

    The conversation covers the host's early experience with keeshonds, her journey into breeding, challenges in finding keeshonds and the importance of health testing, and the impact of the Bred with Heart program on her breeding practices. The conversation delves into the pursuit of breeding quality, the impact of importing dogs, the concept of volume breeding, and the role of Melanie in the kennel. Importing dogs from other countries has led to significant improvements in breeding quality, and the term 'volume breeder' is often associated with negative connotations, but it can be a response to high demand for puppies. The conversation covers topics such as intuitive hiring, on-the-job training, passion for dog training and certification, life with a pack of dogs, and promoting a Chewy store and YouTube channel. The discussion highlights the importance of intuition in the hiring process and the value of hands-on training and certification in dog handling. It also provides insights into the daily life and experiences of managing a pack of dogs, as well as the promotion of a Chewy store and YouTube channel for dog-related content. Takeaways Breeding and Health TestingBred with Heart Program Importing dogs from other countries can lead to significant improvements in breeding quality.The term 'volume breeder' is often associated with negative connotations, but it can be a response to high demand for puppies. Hiring based on intuitionTraining and certification in dog handling Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview03:13 Early Experience with Keeshonds and Breeding Journey10:00 Challenges in Finding Keeshonds and Health Testing20:05 Bred with Heart Program and Focus on Health Testing31:27 The Pursuit of Quality35:25 The Impact of Importing Dogs45:21 Volume Breeding and Demand59:27 The Role of Melanie01:02:38 Intuitive Hiring Process01:06:18 On-the-Job Training and Experience01:16:40 Passion for Dog Training and Certification01:23:06 Life with a Pack of Dogs01:28:11 Promoting a Chewy Store and YouTube Channel

  5. Jul 17

    What to expect

    The conversation covers the process of selecting and depositing for a puppy, communication and information sharing with clients, the rearing of puppies in a kennel environment, and the use of biosensor stimulation and the rule of seven for puppy development. The conversation covers a range of topics related to puppy breeding and care, including socialization, balanced breeding practices, handling, desensitization, early house training, potty training, and health and support for puppy owners. The speaker emphasizes the importance of providing a balanced and supportive environment for puppies, as well as ongoing support for puppy owners. Takeaways Puppy selection and deposit process involves sorting out litters with current deposits and advertising available puppies.Effective communication and information sharing with clients is essential for managing expectations and providing necessary details.Rearing puppies in a kennel environment involves careful planning and exposure to various stimuli for socialization and confidence building.Biosensor stimulation and the rule of seven are important for the early development and socialization of puppies. Balanced breeding practices are essential for providing puppies with a comfortable and supportive environment.Early socialization and desensitization play a crucial role in the development of healthy and well-adjusted puppies. Chapters 00:00 Puppy Selection and Deposit Process03:13 Communication and Information Sharing06:07 Puppy Rearing and Kennel Environment32:02 Biosensor Stimulation and Rule of Seven37:05 Puppy Socialization and Stimulation38:21 Balanced Breeding Practices41:38 Handling and Desensitization45:10 Early House Training and Potty Training01:04:26 Health and Support for Puppy Owners

  6. Jul 10

    Choosing a puppy

    Jodi Erbe discusses the process of choosing a puppy, emphasizing the lack of predictability in a puppy's personality and temperament at a young age. She highlights the challenges of evaluating and matching puppies to potential owners, and the importance of establishing a strong relationship with a breeder. The conversation covers various aspects of puppy selection, training, and socialization. It emphasizes the importance of honesty, fairness, and balance in puppy selection and training. It also highlights the impact of early experiences on puppy behavior and the unpredictability of puppy personalities. Additionally, it promotes the Chewy storefront and encourages listeners to trust their instincts when choosing a puppy. Takeaways Puppy personality and temperament are not set at a young ageThe breeder's relationship with the puppies and the potential owners is crucial Honesty and fairness are crucial in puppy selectionEarly experiences have a significant impact on puppy behaviorTrusting your instincts is important when choosing a puppy Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Erbekees Experience39:22 The Importance of Keeping Secrets45:01 Puppy Training and Socialization50:09 Hand Feeding and Puppy Training57:02 The Impact of Early Experiences on Puppy Behavior01:03:51 Choosing a Puppy: Trusting Your Gut01:10:24 Simplicity in Puppy Selection

  7. Jul 3

    Meds and More

    The conversation covers a range of topics related to pet care, including the use of monthly medications for heartworm prevention and flea and tick control. The hosts also discuss natural remedies for flea and tick prevention, the treatment of the yard for fleas and ticks, and the prevention and treatment of giardia. Additionally, they delve into senior dog care and the use of supplements for joint health and coat maintenance. The conversation covers the importance of consistency in dog training, the vet-client relationship, the significance of proper medication and treatment for dogs, the impact of early training and socialization on puppies, and the need for a supportive and understanding vet. It emphasizes the role of communication, training, and medication in ensuring the well-being of dogs. Takeaways Monthly Medications and Their ImpactNatural Remedies for Fleas and Ticks Consistency is key in dog trainingVet-client relationship and communication are crucialThe importance of proper medication and treatment for dogsThe significance of a supportive and understanding vetThe impact of early training and socialization on puppies Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Medication Disclaimer05:26 Monthly Flea and Tick Medications17:16 Giardia Prevention and Treatment34:13 Senior Dog Care and Supplements41:36 The Importance of Consistency in Dog Training50:24 The Impact of Early Training and Socialization on Puppies01:00:21 The Need for a Supportive and Understanding Vet

  8. Jun 27

    Feed Right - Train Right

    The podcast episode covers a range of topics related to feeding schedules, puppy nutrition, and training practices. Jodi Erbe shares insights on transitioning puppy food at home, the impact of food switching on puppies, and the importance of consistency in feeding schedules and training practices. Additionally, toxic foods for dogs are discussed, highlighting the importance of awareness and caution in feeding practices. The conversation covers a range of topics related to dog care, including toxic foods, behavior and training, etiquette and boundaries, vet office etiquette, healthy snacks for dogs, nutrition and food quality, vitamins and supplements, dog food recommendations, and fruits and plants to watch out for. The discussion emphasizes the importance of natural, high-quality food for dogs and the need for proper training and behavior management. It also highlights the significance of setting boundaries and etiquette when it comes to dogs and their interactions with people and other animals. Takeaways Consistency in feeding schedules and training practices is crucial for the well-being and development of puppies.Awareness of toxic foods for dogs is essential to ensure the safety and health of pets. Toxic foods for dogs can cause serious health issuesProper training and behavior management are essential for dogs Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview05:05 Transitioning Puppy Food at Home11:27 Puppy Adjustment and Training Consistency22:09 Puppy Feeding and Training Challenges35:02 Puppy Feeding and Weight Management43:22 Behavior and Training51:28 Nutrition and Food Quality58:30 Dog Food Recommendations

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Erbekees Introduction This is our 1st episode and introducing myself and my groomer/trainer

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  • Creator
    Jodi Erbe
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Jodi Erbe