Episodes
With the projected outcome of the 2020 presidential election, it looks like a dog will be back in the White House, and for the first time ever, it will be a rescue dog! Steve, PJ, and Gary all talk about the news and discuss the history of presidential...
Published 11/09/20
Gary surprises Steve with the facts surrounding plastic surgery for dogs. The origins of this bizarre and controversial trend are fascinating. After the break PJ stops by to urge listeners to vote (every day) for TLRD rescue pup Florence in the Wahl...
Published 11/02/20
Gary shares a recent encounter with a stranger that scolded him for walking his dog with a prong collar. Steve and Gary are pretty passionate about prong collars and share their beliefs. After the break PJ quizzes Steve on a recent article about...
Published 10/26/20
Steve, Gary and PJ discuss the effectiveness of laws and investigations surrounding dog attacks. Working in dog behavior and rescue, Steve and Gary have seen their share of "Dangerous Dog" hearings and need to consider their experiences when approving...
Published 10/19/20
Today marks the 9th anniversary of The Little Red Dog! Steve and PJ talk about some of their most memorable moments from the last 9 years of saving dogs in Southern California.At the top, Gary shares a recent story about the development of fully robotic...
Published 10/12/20
Steve and Gary agree on many dog training philosophies, but their biggest difference of opinion is about dog treats. Gary, the self-titled "treat piƱata," shares his positive reinforcement strategy. After the break, PJ joins to talk about two very...
Published 10/06/20
An unexpected side effect of COVID-19 is a significant rise in dog bites particularly amongst children. Steve and Gary talk about the underlying causes. After the break, PJ and Steve talk about a recent poll and letting your pet sleep in the bed.New...
Published 09/28/20
Whether or not to free feed your dog is a common question. Steve and Gary discuss their experiences and behavioral science related to the subject. After the break, Steve and PJ discuss the tragic results of a recent dog fight.New Road Foods makes...
Published 09/21/20
A curious pup can make bringing a new baby into the house worrisome. Steve and Gary talk about how to plan before bringing a baby into a home that already has a baby or vice versa. After the break, friend of The Little Red Dog, Lauren, asks Steve...
Published 09/14/20
HELP! My dog acts like the Tasmanian devil when people come over! Steve and Gary answer this and other questions. After the break, PJ quizzes Steve on some fun dog trivia.New Road Foods makes fresh-baked, human-grade dog treats and ships them straight...
Published 08/24/20
IT IS HOT! Much of the west is experiencing a heatwave. Steve and Gary talk about keeping your dog safe and signs of heatstroke (white gums). Stay safe!New Road Foods makes fresh-baked, human-grade dog treats and ships them straight to your door. Visit...
Published 08/18/20
Gary shares a story about a sneaky Border Collie named Rupert that tried to hide its bad behavior. After the break, Steve and PJ play a game of Would You Rather with some particularly difficult to answer questions.New Road Foods makes fresh-baked,...
Published 08/10/20
Steve and Gary answer live questions from Instagram including: How rough is too rough when training a dog?After the break, PJ joins to talk about some exciting dog adoptions and stats from The Little Red Dog and a tragic news story from Florida related...
Published 08/03/20
Steve and PJ describe their average week as co-founders of their dog rescue The Little Red Dog. After the break, they share the story of Buster, a pup that became part of their family after no one submitted any adoption applications.The Little Red Dog...
Published 07/06/20
A listener asks what to do when their tiny dog keeps barking and getting in the face of much bigger dogs. The Little Red Dog needs your support | Donate, adopt or foster at https://thelittlereddog.org/ | Subscribe and review For the Love of Dog | Follow...
Published 06/29/20
There are many misconceptions about rescue pets floating around. The truth is that rescue dogs are just like any other dog and deserve a home! Also: Steve and PJ talk about the huge leaps and bounds The Little Red Dog has made in the The Little Red Dog...
Published 06/22/20
Steve and Gary bravely answer the question: are cats or dogs better? The Little Red Dog needs your support | Donate, adopt or foster at https://thelittlereddog.org/ | Subscribe and review For the Love of Dog | Follow us at instagram.com/thelittlereddog...
Published 06/15/20
What happens when a dog attacks its owner? Steve and PJ give their thoughts on a recent story about a dog owner that was attacked and killed by their pet. Major increases in dog adoptions might lead to major increases in pet surrenders after...
Published 06/08/20
Steve and PJ discuss the controversy around a social media influencer that recently re-homed their adopted baby. The story rings close to home as rescue dog adopters will many times try to get The Little Red Dog to find a new home for a dog they have...
Published 06/01/20
Steve and Gary describe drills that can help train dogs with hearing problems. Also, the guys talk about packing for a week long camping trip with your pet. BONUS: Gary recalls the time he dislocated his femur...Follow us at...
Published 05/25/20
Steve and Gary answer listener questions including, "Why does my dog act crazy on the leash but great at home?" Follow us at instagram.com/thelittlereddog to ask questions and watch our livestreams.Please join us for a virtual adoption event this...
Published 05/11/20
WE HAVE ONE DAY LEFT to get to our goal of $10,000 to be matched 100% by Kindest! Visit kindest.com/campaign/tlrd-telethon to make a donation and help us meet our goal. We also have tons of great silent auction items available at...
Published 05/04/20
From our 4/12 Instagram Livestream: Steve and Gary answer your questions including what to do when you encounter a scary dog on a walk and what factors affect dog adoption applications. Follow us at instagram.com/thelittlereddog to be notified next time...
Published 04/27/20
Amidst a continuous onslaught of stressful news, Steve and Gary ponder the positive changes that have resulted from the lockdown measures in place to prevent the spread of coronavirus.Please join us for a virtual adoption event this Saturday on Facebook...
Published 04/20/20
Dog adoptions are way up, but shelters are not scrutinizing adoption applications as much as they usually do. Will there be a surge in pet surrenders when self-isolation ends? Steve and PJ discuss how their dog rescue has adapted amidst the COVID-19...
Published 04/13/20