In this episode of Girls with Dogs, Cathy (Groovy Golden Doodles) and Kimberly (Keep the Tail Wagging) chat with Kate Tong about juggling a family, a career, and two active dogs. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction00.32 The Jolly Ball / change in pack dynamics04:10 Dogs vs. Dogs + Kids with Kate Tong11:35 First biggest change Kate noticed when adding a 2nd dog13:40 Balancing dogs and kids21:08 Matthew McConaughey22:15 Why Weimaraner?31:40 Reality of a 2nd dog vs. assumption35:17 Walking on lead or...

In this episode of Girls with Dogs, Cathy (Groovy Golden Doodles) and Kimberly (Keep the Tail Wagging) discuss life after losing a dog. Rodrigo, the inspiration behind Keep the Tail Wagging, passed away on 9/6/2023 at the age of 13-1/2. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction01:00 Rodrigo peacefully crossed the Rainbow Bridge07:07 Can we have engaging walks in suburban areas?14:06 Dogs are Good Dog Shampoo Bars22:08 Kimberly hit 1.1mm reach on Facebook 27:00 Trying to convince Cathy to feed the rabbit...

In this episode of Girls with Dogs, Cathy (Groovy Golden Doodles) and Kimberly (Keep the Tail Wagging) catch up after some time off, starting with a recap of SuperZoo 2023. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction00:45 SuperZoo 2023 recap03:34 Feeding a dog with kidney disease08:15 Back to SuperZoo chat11:45 Treat brand of the week - Pierre Park14:10 What Kimberly told Ziwipeak about Cathy16:10 Ava’s Pet Palace (Billy Hoekman’s funny picture)23:37 Kimberly talks about leaving her dogs26:35 Cathy shares...

In this episode of Girls with Dogs, Cathy (Groovy Golden Doodles) and Kimberly (Keep the Tail Wagging) are joined by Dr. Kate Creevy and Harmony Diers to discuss the Dog Aging Project. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction03:15 Dr. Creevy explains the origins of the Dog Aging Project06:14 Mixed breed dogs and the Dog Aging Project10:20 Preserving health vs. treating disease 13:24 Dog owners are asking questions about nutrition18:44 Veterinarians and the Dog Aging Project25:08 Breaking down the Dog...

In this episode of Girls with Dogs, Cathy (Groovy Golden Doodles) and Kimberly (Keep the Tail Wagging) are joined by dog mom Jennifer Sielski and her dog, Pumpkin, to discuss her recent experience flying to Japan for a specialized surgery for her dog. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction01:45 Welcoming Jennifer and Pumpkin06:00 Jennifer and Pumpkin’s experience with DMV disease08:50 Resting vs. sleeping respiratory rate09:50 Is DMV disease mainly with small dogs?10:29 Pumpkin’s condition...

Kimberly, Keep the Tail Wagging, and Cathy, Groovy Goldendoodles, talk about dogs. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction00:35 Life after Harley10:37 Placing a dog’s dish facing a wall19:04 Update on Jax’s ears; no more dairy26:40 Cooking for dogs instead of feeding raw31:32 Bella’s birthday plans / Sniffspots / Dog Parks38:10 SuperZoo 2023 / Fluff & Tuff dog toys SHOUT OUTS: Sniffspot, https://sniffspot.comSuperZoo, https://superzoo.orgFluff & Tuff Dog Toys, https://amzn.to/3qqePC7OUR...

In this episode of Girls with Dogs, Cathy (Groovy Golden Doodles) and Kimberly (Keep the Tail Wagging) are joined by breeder Jenna Lee and dog trainer Kelli Floyd. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Girls with Dogs Podcast01:17 - Cathy received her Real Mushrooms products05:05 - Girls with Dogs Guests - Doodle Breeder & Trainer08:21 - Why Jenna breeds Doodles10:03 - Are Doodles truly hypoallergenic?11:30 - Doodles Jenna breeds in her program12:26 - The social media drama when Kimberly adopted Apollo15:50...

Kimberly, Keep the Tail Wagging, and Cathy, Groovy Goldendoodles, talk about dogs. In this very special episode, Cathy shares her last days with her beloved heart-dog, Harley. No Chapters No Links Just two friends talking. OUR BLOGS: Cathy: Groovy Goldendoodles, GroovyGoldendoodles.comKimberly: Keep the Tail Wagging, KeepTheTailWagging.comFOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK: Groovy Goldendoodles, Facebook.com/GroovyGoldendoodlesKeep the Tail Wagging, Facebook.com/KeepTheTailWaggingFOLLOW US ON...

Kimberly, Keep the Tail Wagging, and Cathy, Groovy Goldendoodles, talk about dogs. CHAPTERS: 2:45 - Cathy gives an update on Jax and Harley9:06 - Cathy and Kimberly review rabbit treats by Tail Enterprise LLC of South Carolina29:03 - Surviving the Fourth of July with dogs47:50 - Comments LINKS DISCUSSED: Music Mutts: https://musicmutz.com/Real Mushrooms Calming Chews: https://keepthetailwagging.com/realmushroomsSoothing Saucer:...

Kimberly, Keep the Tail Wagging, and Cathy, Groovy Goldendoodles, talk about dogs. This week, we're joined by Dr. Rob Silver and Joni Kamlet of Real Mushrooms with a fun and informative conversation about the benefits of their products for dogs, which products are best for a dog owner's first order, and Kimberly shares her experience with Real Mushrooms supplements. CHAPTERS: 3:09 - the origins of Real Mushrooms5:15 - when people began connecting dogs to mushrooms12:45 - mushrooms in our...

Kimberly, Keep the Tail Wagging, and Cathy, Groovy Goldendoodles, talk about dogs. CHAPTERS: 01:44 - Kimberly and Cathy’s movie chat (that’s not related to dogs)08:48 - FDA updated food code; dogs allowed in outdoor dining areas19:23 - Reading comments28:00 - Summer frozen treats for dogsLINKS DISCUSSED: FDA updated food code; dogs allowed in outdoor dining ares: https://www.bettercitiesforpets.com/resource/dogs-in-outdoor-dining-areas-are-now-part-of-the-fda-food-code/FDA 2022 food code:...

Kimberly, Keep the Tail Wagging, and Cathy, Groovy Goldendoodles, talk about dogs. This week, a friend of the pod, Veterinary Nurse Kaki Lanlau,  joins the ladies to discuss a new cancer-detecting method, the aging process of dogs, canine cognitive dysfunction, and the quality of life for senior dogs. CHAPTERS: 3:23 - new cancer detection method - blood draw7:36 - dogs the cancer detection test recommended for?12:15 - how popular is this new cancer detection method?14:30 - the cost of this...

Kimberly, Keep the Tail Wagging, and Cathy, Groovy Goldendoodles, talk about dogs. CHAPTERS: 4:28 - Bella had a moment8:20 - And the Petsmart Chief Toy Tester goes to…11:54 - Open call to brands that offer safe, quality toys and treats for reviews on Girls with Dogs15:15 - Kimberly’s experience with coffee wood chews36:56 - Cathy’s #rawfoodadjacent updateSHOUTOUTS: Martingale collar - Lupine Pets: https://amzn.to/3P7fHp9 Martingale collar - RC Pets: https://amzn.to/3Pff7Wq Jax’s Ball:...

Kimberly, Keep the Tail Wagging, and Cathy, Groovy Goldendoodles, talk about dogs. CHAPTERS: 5:15 Comments of the Week7:06 Jax update on Adored Beast Liver Tonic8:10 Feeding dogs once daily21:00 Walking dogs25:20 Baked beans recipe31:50 When human friends cross the Rainbow Bridge40:02 Bella is limping, and Cathy’s treatment suggestion43:07 Jax’s new ball (around 45:38, I meant Scout, not Apollo)SHOUTOUTS: Study: Feeding once daily; https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35484470/Dog Aging Project:...

Kimberly, Keep the Tail Wagging, and Cathy, Groovy Goldendoodles, talk about dogs. CHAPTERS: 4:50 - Traumatic brain injury linked to walking dogs?16:07 - Are dog owners more respectful after the pandemic?20:45 - Responding to barks and growls.26:15 - Dealing with disagreements on social media.33:06 - Feeding dogs rice when they have diarrhea SHOUTOUTS: Walking a Leashed Dog Associated with Risk of Traumatic Brain Injury Among Adults: ...

In this episode, Kimberly interviews Cathy about her therapy dog program. And Cathy asks Kimberly 7 questions for dog lovers. CHAPTERS: 3:50 - How Cathy got involved in therapy work10:50 -  Stop breeding dogs that don’t have a purpose.15:45 - Sydney, the first pit bull mix therapy dog18:39 - do dogs need to be professionally trained?22:33 - dog breeds in Cathy’s program26:09 - dogs age out differently, dogs get bored35:30 - gifts for dog lovers47:24 - seven questions for dog...

In this episode, Cathy and Kimberly discuss senior dogs with canine behaviorist and author Hannah Molloy. CHAPTERS: 00.50 Life with a Senior Dog (Cathy and Kimberly share what they're seeing with Harley and Rodrigo)16:07 Ziwipeak increased the taurine in their formulation18:05 Kimberly’s new dog pantry19:58 YouTube comments and views25:28 Hannah Molloy Returns28:18 Siblings, Playdates31:28 Behavior changes with senior dogs (Cathy reads a listener question); calming signals sniffing40:21...

In this episode, Cathy and Kimberly chat about dogs - but are you surprised? CHAPTERS: 5:26 - Cathy and Jax have started the Yeasty Beast Protocol (Adored Beast Apothecary)17:09 - Kimberly’s favorite GWD episode (when she interviewed Cathy’s kids)25:06 - Mother’s Day plans for dog moms, growing roses, and flower talk38:40 - Preview of an upcoming returning guest!!!41:04 - Bella’s playdate with her littermate/brother Clyde43:30 - Life with a senior dog47:45 - Kimberly invited writers for Keep...

Pamela Parker of Simply Perfect Weddings and More join Cathy and Kimberly to discuss the role of dogs in weddings. CHAPTERS: 6:25 When people began including their  pets in their wedding9:58 When did pets become a thing (part of human families)15:28 Things to consider if you want to add your pet to your wedding29:50 Introducing Pamela Parker, Simply Perfect Weddings and More33:08 How many people take the time to research the venue pet guidelines34:45 People aren’t always realistic about what...

Content creator and canine advocate Rachel Fusaro joins Cathy and Kimberly to chat about fostering dogs, crate training, and Goldendoodles. CHAPTERS: 5:52 - Our foster fail stories7:00 - Do Rachel’s followers hope for a fail with each of her fosters?10:33 - How Rachel Fusaro started creating content about fostering dogs16:30 - Rachel’s accomplishment/success - what stands out?20:52 - The benefits of crate training27:03 - Our biggest epiphanies as content creators32:50 - Goldendoodles and...

Joy Schneider of My GBGV Life joins Cathy and Kimberly to chat about scent work. CHAPTERS: 3:29 Joy Schneider, Founder of the blog My GBGV Life7:25 The first things Joy learned about scent work10:04 Can any dog at any age do scent work?10:43 Learning scent work (container sizes, classes, reviewing videos)15:23 Why Joy loves the GBGV breed21:12 When dogs do (or don’t) do something - does it bother you?24:30 Joy loves the Wisconsin cold weather29:18 Back to scent work, using odor puzzles...

Cathy and Kimberly catch up after taking a week off, ponder what our dogs think when we ask them to do things, share our love of walking in peace, and go over the Yeasty Beast Protocol by Adored Beast Apothecary. CHAPTERS: 06:08 - Kimberly’s PR/Social Media consultation; and she published her new book10:46 - Communicating with our dogs; what do your dogs think? #dogtraining20:53 - Cathy is THAT pet parent now #dogmomlife24:00 - Complaining about the cost of eggs28:00 - ZiwiPeak’s recipe...

Cathy and Kimberly chat about dog training, building relationships with our dogs, and Kimberly's SpotOn GPS fence review. CHAPTERS: 1:56 Kimberly’s foray into dog training3:55 A tired dog is a well-behaved dog?9:38 How Kimberly stopped her dog from pulling11:21 Making a dog training mistake OR working with the wrong trainer?12:59 Training is increasing our human/animal bond14:24 Being open to people who want to help; ignoring the negativity in the dog lover community21:00 Speaking of which?...

Kimberly and Cathy chat with Julie Anne Lee, founder of Adored Beast Apothecary, about gut health and digestive supplements, treating environmental allergies through the gut, and more. CHAPTERS 1:45 Adored Beast Apothecary origin story5:55 Talking about gut health in dogs8:15 Kimberly’s epiphany about the importance of gut health10:52 Understanding of gut health (the gut communicates to the rest of the body)15:06 We’ve missed the mark when it comes to bacteria18:25 Does a pre/probiotic need...

In this video, Kimberly and Cathy chat with Dr. Suzanne Craig about spay and neuter facts and dog dental health. CHAPTERS:  5:17 Suzanne Craig introduces herselfSPAY AND NEUTER 6:40 Risks associated with early spay11:40 When Cathy’s dogs were neutered; spay/neuter by breed13:23 Why veterinarians differ in how much our dogs should weigh18:24 Cathy’s dogs don’t like pureed pumpkin or sweet potato20:21 Cathy changes the subjectDENTAL HEALTH 21:58 Do water additives work23:00 Greenies 25:37 Easy...