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And the Answer to the Dog Breed Puzzle is…

Wednesday, December 23rd, 2009

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Did you have some ideas for the two breeds that make up Dante’s DNA?

Dante, a mixed breed dog, belongs to Dr. Stacy Fuchino, of the P.V. Village Pet Clinic in Redondo Beach, CA. A few weeks ago, we made a deal with MARS Veterinary Services to give Dante their “Wisdom Panel Mixed-Breed DNA Test.” Then, last Wednesday, Dr. Fuchino met Dr. Angela Hughes, an advisor to Mars Veterinary Services, to find out the final results.

Dr. Fuchino had guessed one half of Dante’s dog breed puzzle — miniature poodle. But he was stumped about the other half. The result from the MARS Wisdom Panel Mixed-Breed DNA test: Papillon.

So, Dante’s personality is a blend of miniature poodle and papillon. According to the AKC, “carrying himself proudly, very active, intelligent, the Poodle has about him an air of distinction and dignity peculiar to himself. Major fault: shyness or sharpness.”

The other half, the papillon, according to the AKC, is “happy, alert and friendly. Neither shy nor aggressive.”

So, the puzzle solved, Dr. Fuchino says, “Now I know why Dante is always bouncing off the walls; it’s the papillon!” Knowing this will change the way I feed him. It will also change the way I manage his health and his exercise. Actually, we’re going to start some agility work right away, because papillons need a lot of exercise.”

Listen to the interview with Dr. Fuchino and Dr. Angela Hughes, from MARS Veterinary Services:

Give Your Puppy a Head Start!

Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009

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“He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion.” Anonymous quote, from “51 Puppy Tricks,” by Kyra Sundance.

You will want to hear Kyra Sundance tell how to train your puppy! Learn Kyra’s specific techniques and how to teach your puppy the “Ring a Bell to go Outside” trick.

What Breed is this Dog?

Monday, December 14th, 2009

Can you figure out this dog’s mixed breeding? Take a shot at it, and then listen to the “My Doggie Says…” radio show this Wednesday night to learn the answer.

You will learn about Dr. Stacey Fuchino’s dog Dante. And Angela Hughes, representing the MARS Wisdom Panel mixed-breed test will reveal Dante’s breeding components. So you will have a chance to test your guess!

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The “My Doggie Says…” show will help you gain a deeper appreciation for “Man’s Best Friend.” The show is broadcast live from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday nights, on KFNX 1100, Phoenix. It is streamed live on www.1100kfnx.com. Host Fred Haney interviews dog whisperers, dog trainers, authors of dog books, and experts on all aspects of dogs and dog behavior and dog nature. The show is also available as a podcast on iTunes. Go to the iTunes store, click on “Podcast,” and search for “My Doggie Says…”

New Research on How Dogs Became Domesticated

Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009

Hear Ryan & Cory Boyko on the “My Doggie Says…” talk show. By studying the DNA of dogs in different parts of the world, they are getting some new ideas about where dogs were first domesticated.

The “My Doggie Says…” show helps listeners gain a deeper appreciation for “Man’s Best Friend.” The show is broadcast live from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday nights, on KFNX 1100, Phoenix. It is streamed live on www.1100kfnx.com. Host Fred Haney interviews dog whisperers, dog trainers, authors of dog books, and experts on all aspects of dogs and dog behavior and dog nature. The show is also available as a podcast on iTunes. Go to the iTunes store, click on “Podcast,” and search for “My Doggie Says…”

New CD Coming Soon: "Dog Appreciation Lessons: Humor and Wisdom from People Who Love Dogs"

Tuesday, November 24th, 2009

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This informative and entertaining CD gives dog lovers a deeper appreciation for the magic of dogs. And it helps them build a stronger bond with their pet.

Since I started broadcasting the “My Doggie Says…” radio talk show, I have conducted in-depth interviews with over 75 well-known dog experts — authors, dog trainers, researchers, and people who work with dogs in their daily lives. These people have shared some wonderful insights into their relationships with their dogs and the real meaning of having a close relationship with your pet.

This new CD captures some of the special moments in these interviews. It compresses over seventy-five hours of interview time into about forty-five minutes of doggie wit and wisdom.

Coming soon in the mydoggiesays.com “Store.”

Here is a listing of the tracks, along with some sample sound files:

“Dog Appreciation Lessons” CD Track List

1. Opening

2. Ted Kerasote, author of “Merle’s Door.” Ted meets Merle.

3. Bob Worley and Max the Motorcycle Riding Dog

4. Belinda Abbott, DVM: The Idatarod dogs

5. Kyra Sundance teaches the “chase your tail” trick

6. Interview with Barley, a rent-a-dog

7. Nick Dodman, author of “The Well-Adjusted Dog”: Dog body language

8. Stanley Coren: The intelligence of dogs

9. David Frei, co-host of the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show: “Angels on a Leash”

10. Dean Koontz: “Don’t take my dog to jail.”

11. Gordy Leitz and Owen Keefe: Trusting a police K-9 dog

12. Tom Davis, author of “Why Goldens do That”: Hunting with dogs

13. Dave Reaver, importer of K-9 dogs: Dogs are not a “deadly force”

14. Tom Sullivan, author of “If You Could See What I hear”: Believing in a guide dog

15. Ted Kerasote: How dogs “read the news”

16. Mary Lou Jennings, Phoenix Children’s Hospital: A therapy-dog success story

17. Dean Koontz: Being in a special relationship with a dog

18. Tom Sullivan: Nelson, a guide dog, finds a hotel room four years later

19. Jeff Pokonosky, dog rescuer, swims the Alcatraz race with Jake, his Labrador retriever

20. Closing

The “My Doggie Says…” show helps listeners gain a deeper appreciation for “Man’s Best Friend.” The show is broadcast live from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday nights, on KFNX 1100, Phoenix. It is streamed live on www.1100kfnx.com. Host Fred Haney interviews dog whisperers, dog trainers, authors of dog books, and experts on all aspects of dogs and dog behavior and dog nature. The show is also available as a podcast on iTunes. Go to the iTunes store, click on “Podcast,” and search for “My Doggie Says…”

Check out the dog-relationship books written by all of the authors who have appeared on the “My Doggie Says…” show.

What’s in a Dog’s Mind?

Monday, November 16th, 2009

Alexandra Horowitz, author of “Inside of a Dog: What Dogs See, Smell and Know,” describes her research on “dog cognition.” Hear Alexandra’s extremely interesting insights into what life is like for a dog. Anyone who has tried to write from a dog’s point of view, for example, has had to deal with this. An interesting insight: That lick on the face you get from your dog when you return home may not be an expression of friendliness; it may be checking to see if you found food on today’s hunt!

The “My Doggie Says” show helps listeners gain a deeper appreciation for Man’s Best Friend.  The show is broadcast live from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday nights, on KFNX 1100, Phoenix. It is streamed live on www.1100kfnx.com. Host Fred Haney interviews dog whisperers, dog trainers, authors of dog books, and experts on all aspects of dogs and dog behavior and dog nature. The show is also available as a podcast on iTunes. Go to the iTunes store, click on “Podcast,” and search for “My Doggie Says…”

Check out the dog-relationship books written by all of the authors who have appeared on the “My Doggie Says…” show: http://mydoggiesays.com/?page_id=1479

How Do You Deal with a "Damaged Dog"?

Friday, November 13th, 2009

How do you deal with a dog that is so seriously “damaged” that you can’t even approach it? Listen to Debbie Jacobs, author of “A Guide to Living and Working with a Fearful Dog,” as she shares her experience in working with Sunny, a “seriously damaged dog.” This book represents a very high level of understanding of dog behavior and dog training.

The “My Doggie Says…” show helps listeners gain a deeper appreciation for “Man’s Best Friend.” The show is broadcast live from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday nights, on KFNX 1100, Phoenix. It is streamed live on www.1100kfnx.com. Host Fred Haney interviews dog whisperers, dog trainers, authors of dog books, and experts on all aspects of dogs and dog behavior and dog nature. The show is also available as a podcast on iTunes. Go to the iTunes store, click on “Podcast,” and search for “My Doggie Says…”

Check out the dog-relationship books written by all of the authors who have appeared on the “My Doggie Says…” show.

Also, remember to take our on-line poll: “How does your dog show affection for you?”

Holistic Health Care for Your Dog: A Podcast

Wednesday, November 4th, 2009

Valerie Wood, author of “Breakfasts with Buster,” did a lot of research to develop her own holistic health care approach for her dog, Buster. Working with her vet, Valerie was able to make dietary changes, in conjunction with alternative therapies, like acupuncture, to prolong Buster’s life for a year. In the book, Valerie shares the treatment protocols, provides insights about general health and nutrition, and provides an incredible resource for cancers specific to animals.

The “My Doggie Says…” show helps listeners gain a deeper appreciation for “Man’s Best Friend.” The show is broadcast live from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday nights, on KFNX 1100, Phoenix. It is streamed live on www.1100kfnx.com. Host Fred Haney interviews dog whisperers, dog trainers, authors of dog books, and experts on all aspects of dogs and dog behavior and dog nature. The show is also available as a podcast on iTunes. Go to the iTunes store, click on “Podcast,” and search for “My Doggie Says…”

Check out the dog-relationship books written by all of the authors who have appeared on the “My Doggie Says…” show: http://mydoggiesays.com/?page_id=1479

Also, remember to take our on-line poll: “How does your dog show affection for you?”

And…keep an eye out for the new CD, “Dog Appreciation Lessons: Humor and Wisdom from People Who Love Dogs.” Coming soon on this site! It’s all about dog-bonding.

Shilo the Email Dog

Thursday, October 29th, 2009

It’s fun when authors like Susan Lustig put themselves into the mind of their dogs and write from the dog’s point of view. It’s “dog communication” at its best. You know that Callie Golden Retriever writes this blog at times. And guests on the “My Doggie Says…” radio talk show have included Garth Stein, who wrote from Enzo’s point of view, and Dean Koontz, who often captures the perspectives of Trixie Koontz Golden Retriever. Susan Lustig’s “Emails from Shilo: The story of a dog’s quest to figure out most everything” is a great addition to this art form.

Hear Susan talk about Shilo and his inner thoughts on the “My Doggie Says…” radio talk show:

The “My Doggie Says…” show helps listeners gain a deeper appreciation for “Man’s Best Friend.” The show is broadcast live from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday nights, on KFNX 1100, Phoenix. It is streamed live on www.1100kfnx.com. Host Fred Haney interviews dog whisperers, dog trainers, authors of dog books, and experts on all aspects of dogs and dog behavior and dog nature. The show is also available as a podcast on iTunes. Go to the iTunes store, click on “Podcast,” and search for “My Doggie Says…”

Keep an eye out for the new CD, “Dog Appreciation Lessons: Humor and Wisdom from People who Love Dogs.” It’s some of the “best of the best of” clips (18) from the “My Doggie Says…” show. Appearing soon on this web site! You’ll hear wit and wisdom from Stanley Coren, Dean Koontz, Ted Kerasote, Tom Sullivan, and many other authors and dog experts.

A Guide Dog's Miraculous Save — From the WTC on 9/11

Wednesday, October 21st, 2009

Michael Hingson, of the Michael Hingson Group, appears on the “My Doggie Says…” radio talk show. Michael was recently appointed National Ambassador for Braille literacy by the National Foundation for the Blind. Michael and his guide dog, Roselle, led a group of people out, from the 78th floor, of the World Trade Tower on 9/11/01. Hear this — and other wonderful stories about Roselle — on the “My Doggie Says…” show. Check out Michael’s Web site here.

The “My Doggie Says…” show helps listeners gain a deeper appreciation for “Man’s Best Friend.” The show is broadcast live from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday nights, on KFNX 1100, Phoenix. It is streamed live on www.1100kfnx.com. Host Fred Haney interviews dog whisperers, dog trainers, authors of dog books, and experts on all aspects of dogs and dog behavior and dog nature. The show is also available as a podcast on iTunes. Go to the iTunes store, click on “Podcast,” and search for “My Doggie Says…”