This week, Surane shares some fun facts he learned reading the article Man's Best Friend: 7 Interesting Facts About Dogs, as written by Ben Stern in Greenwich Time's Lifestyle blog. 

Today Maria is chatting with Adam Vosding.  Adam, aka 'The Traveling Food Dude' is on a journey to eat his way around the world with his best friend Holland by his side. Adam's websites:  www.linktr.ee/HollandThePup www.linktr.ee/TravelingFoodDude  

This week, Surane's best friend Jesse O'Neill dials into Dog Stories from Atlanta. Growing up on the East Coast, Jesse's ride or die was Smokey, a pup known round the neighborhood for being a homie, and even scaring off a bear - seriously. Jesse and Smokey were twin flames in pretty much every way, and their wild stories prove it. We also take a moment to pay tribute to The Dog himself, rapper DMX, who passed away this past week. Rest in peace, X. Jesse's Leave-A-Dog-A-Bone recommendation:...

Today we're just joking around - Maria tells a few dog stories to make you smile

This week, since it's Easter, Surane digs up the dirt on dogs...and chocolate. If ya wanna know how bad chocolate really is for your pup, and what to do in case of a chocolate emergency (!!) this episode's for you. Warning: If your dog gets into those chocolate eggs, call your nearest pet hospital immediately!

This week, Surane and Maria run down the list of Maria's faaaavourite canine literature. Maria has a bit of a dog book addiction (she can't see one without picking em up!) so if you need some reading recommendations, here they are... Inside of a Dog by Alexandra Horowitz, Rin Tin Tin by Susan Orlean, 1010 Reasons to Love Dogs by Miele & Tiegreen, The Dogist by Elias Wiess Friedman, Merle’s Door by Ted Karasote, Flawed Dogs by Berkeley Breathed, and The New York Dog by Rachel Hale McKenna.

This week, Surane's best friend Evelyn drops in on the paw'dcast. Evelyn is a long, long-time dog lover and also happens to be Marly's Godmom! Besides telling the beautiful stories of how she fell in love with all the dogs she's ever loved, as a special treat, Surane and Evelyn finally find out Marly's ancestry results! You'll never guess what he's made of.  Evelyn's Leave-A-Dog-A-Bone references: - Watch Benji! - Use Embark to discover your dog's ancestry

Maria chats with Vasileios Barlos.  Vasileios is a celebrity dog groomer based in Notting Hill & Chelsea in London. He has been a best friend to animals and especially dogs all his life. He was a contestant on BBC One's Pooch Perfect Season 1 - a grooming competition reality show searching for England's top groomer Vasileios' Leave-A-Dog-A-Bone references: Logic ToothpasteJulie Harris Coat Management SprayArtero Slicker Brush 

This week, Surane and Maria turn the mic on each other and talk about their own pups, and tell the story of how Dog Stories was born.    Leave-A-Dog-A-Bone: Read Merle’s Door Watch Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey 

On the one-year anniversary of Kobe & Gigi Bryant's memorial (2/24), Surane hosts his friend Sam Liverman, and Sam's 6-month-old French bulldog puppy "Kobe" (named after the late L.A. Laker great). Sam shares his observations on dog park etiquette, and his high standards of pet care. Surane and Sam discuss the recent spike in "pup-ularity" for naming dogs Kobe. Sam's Leave-a-Dog-a-Bone references: - Visit the West Hollywood Dog Park - Use Healthy Mouth Dental Care Additive to keep your...

Alise is a TV talent agent based in London, England.  She has always had dogs in her life but never one to call her very own.  Her dog's a beautiful white German Shepherd named Toby Toby's Instagram  @tobywhitegermanshepherddogAlise's handmade paracord leads. Loud Leads Alise's Leave -A-Dog-A -Bone reference:On Talking Terms with Dogs by Turid Rugaas

This week, Surane sits down with one of his closest pals, Lena Strothe, to talk about the fun - and realities - of fostering a dog. Shortly after LA went into lockdown last year, Lena picked up a pup she fondly nicknamed “Q” (for Quarantina!) Their time together was short, and letting go was harder than Lena could've expected, but the experience of caring for this little wonder really helped Lena get through the early stages of life in quarantine.Lena’s Leave-A-Dog-A’Bone references: Donate...

Maria chats with Mackenzie Drinkwater. Mackenzie is based in Kitchener, Waterloo and works in Sales Operations at a medical device company. She has two lovely Italian Greyhound sisters aged 3 and 4 who take fashion very seriously. Their names are Willa and Alydar Mackenzie's Leave-A-Dog-A-Bone References: Best in Show Willa and Alydar's Instagram   @littledears Dog Friendly KW Podcast 

This week, Surane extends a warm welcome to the "First" Dogs, especially Major, America's first shelter pup to take office in the White House! Dog Stories also bids a heartfelt goodbye to our lovely little friend and a very-special guest, CyCy the adventure dog.

Today Maria chats with Andrew Laske.  Andrew is based in Venice Beach, California. He's passionate about life, sports and experiencing new adventures with his best buddy, a 75lb Bernedoodle named Benji  Andrew's Leave -A-Dog-A-Bone reference:LilManLife on Instagram @lilmanlife

Surane's new friend Samantha Larsen-Hernandez stops by with her adorable four-legged kiddo, Peter. Sammy and Peter have been attached at the hip since the day she rescued him. Despite Peter having a few serious medical issues, Sammy's dedicated her days to caring for his special needs, which includes cooking tasty meals and treats for him :)  Sammy's Leave-A-Dog-A-Bone References: - Try out Bailey's CBD for your dogs- Follow @chowtimewithsammylarsen for her awesome dog recipes- Follow...

Maria chats with Karah Hayes. Based in Oakville, Karah works in pharmaceutical marketing during the day and as a SUPERHERO for dogs all the rest of the time. She volunteers with several rescue organizations in various capacities devoting lots of love and time to this passion - rescuing and caring for dogs.  She and her husband Brian are devoted to their rescue work and their two dogs Duke and Dixie.Karah's Give the Dog a Bone references:The Oakville & Milton Humane SocietyThe Dog Rescuers...

The year that was has come to a clos. And as a new one begins, Surane reflects on some dog wisdom he's gathered along the path, and does a reading of some of his favorite poems...about dogs. 

On today's episode of Dog Stories Maria chats with Diane Newton. Diane is a social media influencer or rather her dog Sterling is - hmmmmm - you  know.   She's the creative genius behind Sterling's vast collection of videos on his social media platforms.  Sterling aged 2, has amassed a large following of 1.5 million across all platforms. One of those followers is Celine Dion.   People the world over tune in daily to his Instagram stories to watch him stealing clothes and giving Doris (aka...

This week marks the 1-year anniversary of Dog Stories! To celebrate in style, we have the privilege of speaking with Dustin Schaefer, dog-dad to Parker, the recently appointed Mayor of Georgetown, Colorado. When he's not tending to his campaign promises of "Hugs, Love and Cookies," you'll catch Parker at all Denver Broncos home games, widely recognized as the team's unofficial mascot. Dustin's Leave-A-Dog-A-Bone references: Follow Parker's adventures on Instagram @OfficialSnowDog, and also...

Today on Dog Stories I am thrilled to chat with with Kioni Russell Gallahue.  If you've had the pleasure of watching Amazon Prime's The Pack you'll know him as Kentucky.  He and his dog Derby travelled the world in an amazing competition with 11 other dogs and their owners.  Kentucky shares some exciting stories from the show and from his life with Derby in San Diego Derby California's Matching Dog Hoodies - Kentucky and Derby on InstagramHelen Woodward Animal CenterThe Pack on Amazon Prime

Surane sits down with his dear friend Kira Murdock, a cameraperson who works in film and TV in Hollywood. An avid roadtripper, Kira's journey has taken on new levels of fun since adopting her little fur-boy, Rayo. Wandering the streets of Ensenada, Rayo was picked up by Kira's friend Eric, who for whatever reason felt Rayo belonged in Kira's truck, riding shotgun. Their adventures around the world ever since have confirmed...this pair was meant to be.  Kira's Leave-A-Dog-A-Bone references: -...

Today Maria chats with her dear friend Russell Gonsalves.  Russell is a mega-talented photographer, illustrator and author. His love for animals in general is highlighted in his photographs, musings and illustrations. His dog's name is Moby.  Moby is the gorgeous dog that graces our podcast cover - the photo was taken by Russell Russell's website - russty.caRussell's Give a Dog a Bone reference - International Anti-Poaching Society

Surane shares an epic Dog Story reported this week, about dog mom Kate Olson and her young golden retriever, Walter. Last Thanksgiving, Walter ran away. Kate searched and searched for months, but Walter could not be found. But miracles do happen, and after an entire year, Walter and Kate were reunited. To find out how, smash that play button! This week's dog story, as told by Surane, was written and reported by Good Morning America's Zoe Moore.Leave a Dog a Bone references: Follow Lost Paws...