Episodes
Published 01/26/23
Just like people, dogs break their legs, cut their skin, and get things stuck in their throats. But do you know how to handle these emergencies? Experts believe all dog owners should. In this episode, we talk about injury care with Heather Davis and Dr. Lori Berardinucci.
Published 01/26/23
What does it mean to be an ethical breeder? What are the dangers of puppy mills? Let’s talk dog breeders with guests, Jeanette Forrey and Barbara Cartwright.
Published 01/19/23
Dogs and cats living together; we think it can work! In this episode, we cover practical tips and pet psychology to find out how. With guests, Dr. Karen London and Dr. Zazie Todd.
Published 01/12/23
In this episode, we discuss the origins, signs and treatment of one of the most widespread health issues for dogs: Worms! With guests, Dr. Michael McLenahan and Dr. Araceli Lucio-Forster.
Published 01/05/23
Holiday season is the perfect time to cover the fundamentals of bringing a puppy home. That and more, this week with Sydney Bleicher and Brian Kilcommons.
Published 12/22/22
We all know dogs love to play, but is it good for your doggo to head to the dog park for zoomies? Everything about dogs and play in this episode with Robert Haussman and Dr. Lindsay Mehrkam.
Published 12/15/22
In this episode, we cover tips for encouraging your dog to return home and review services that can help you find your dog if they're missing. With guests, Laura Caron and Kat Albrecht-Thiessen of the Missing Animal Response Network.
Published 12/08/22
How can we ensure we're doing our best for the mouth of our dogs? Find out with guests Dr. Jane Pegg and Dr. Danny DeRose
Published 12/01/22
What is an emotional support dog and how does its training compare to service dogs? With guests, Jeanette Forrey and Dr. Beth Daly.
Published 11/24/22
Professional dog groomers are on the front lines of caring for your furry family members. Whether you're dealing with gum on their paws or getting ready to take the Westminster Kennel Club by storm, you need an amazing groomer in your corner!
Published 12/20/21
Some dogs have jobs just like us. But what is life like for a dog with a serious job, and what is it like to work beside one of these talented doggos?
Published 12/13/21
Barks, growls, whimpers, tail wags, licks and looks; is a dog’s behaviour a manifestation of their emotions that we can decode, or will we always have a communication divide between them and humans?
Published 12/06/21
There's an old expression: It's best to let sleeping dogs lie. But what if your dog is having a nightmare? Should you wake them up? And how do we even know what dogs are dreaming about?
Published 11/29/21
We've all heard that dogs have amazing senses. But what do we really know about how our doggos perceive the world? Sherri has a fantastic conversation with Dr. Peter' Skip' Scheifele, executive director of FETCHLAB, about all things related to hearing and dogs. Can they hear better than we do? Are dog whistles a real thing? And is there anything we can do to prevent or treat hearing loss in dogs? Peter would know–he's currently developing the world's first hearing aid designed specifically...
Published 11/22/21
We're all feeling the urge to travel these days. But what about our doggos? Is it safe to take our canines with us when we hit the road? And what about the tarmac?
Published 11/15/21
Over the past year, puppy ownership has been on the rise. It's a perfect time for Sherri and her guests to cover the fundamentals of bringing a puppy home. Sherri talks with Sydney Bleicher, director of training at Ultimate Puppy, about puppy basics and with esteemed dog trainer Brian Kilcommons about puppy behaviour and crate training. This is your Puppy 101.
Published 11/08/21
Sherri Davis, Canada's Dog Master, is back for a second season of How 2 Dog to answer all your burning canine questions. Today, it's all about doggy consent.
Published 11/01/21
Adopting a mutt? Purchasing a purebred? What do prospective owners really need to consider when it comes to choosing the right breed of dog for their family? Dog expert Sherri Davis discusses all these topics and more, first interviewing Dani Dies, the Intake and Adoption Manager at the Toronto dog rescuse, Coveted Canines. Later in the episode, Sherri sits down with her very own veterinarian of over 20 years, Dr. Matt Croskery, to chat about things to consider when deciding on the right...
Published 05/04/21
Just like humans, dogs are susceptible to disease, parasites, and other pathogens – but did you know that there are some maladies that can be shared between our two species? Sherri Davis, Canada’s Dog Master, talks to Dr. Sarah Hamer about ways to prevent disease transmission. Then we hear from Dr. Anne-Lise Chaber and Dr. Susan Hazel who have been working on training dogs to sniff out illness in humans.
Published 04/27/21
Do you think your pooch could be on a TV show? Do you have what it takes to be a wrangler yourself? Dog expert Sherri Davis gives an insider look at what it’s really like to train Diesel (aka Rex on the hit series Hudson & Rex). We also hear from Victoria Manson who has worked with Sherri for 10 years training and wrangling dogs. These two experts in their field explain that there’s more than meets the eye when getting a dog ready for the bright lights of stardom.
Published 04/20/21
Dogs use their mouths to experience their world. But what happens when a dog’s friendly mouthing turns into something more serious? Are there ways to prevent your dog from biting? And what are the laws surrounding a bite? Sherri Davis, Canada’s Dog Master, looks for answers by talking to Certified Animal Behaviourist Michael Shikashio. Then, to learn more about how the legal system treats bite incidents, Sherri sits down with Personal Injury Lawyer, Jeremy Magence to learn more about DOLA –...
Published 04/13/21
A hike in the deep woods or a city trail sounds like a wonderful way to spend a day with your dog, but could this idyllic pastime prove to be dangerous? What should dog owners know when encountering wildlife? Dog expert Sherri Davis speaks to Yukon Territory resident Heidi Warren, whose dog was attacked by a Lynx. Sherri also interviews Vanessa Isnardy, a Provincial Coordinator at WildSafe BC, to get a better understanding of how you and your dog can stay safe when out for a walk.
Published 04/06/21
With so many meal options available to pet owners, and vastly differing opinions on what is “the best”, it’s hard to know what exactly we should be feeding our dogs to keep them healthy. Dog Master Sherri Davis tackles this hotly debated topic with raw-food advocate and Veterinarian Dr. Nick Thompson, and discusses how fitness and feeding go hand-in-hand with Veterinarian Dr. Faith Banks, and Tamara Zerener, founder of Toronto’s Fit Dogs.
Published 03/30/21
It’s a fact of life that our pets will get old – but is there a way to help prevent and ease pain as our dogs go grey? Dog expert Sherri Davis talks to palliative veterinarian Dr. Faith Banks who specializes in end-of-life care for pets. Later we hear from holistic veterinarian Dr. Katherine Kramer who gives Sherri more information about alternative medicine, like CBD for dogs.
Published 03/23/21