Canine Nutrition and The Dog Who Asked for More with Emily Breslin
Dogs are often labeled reactive, stubborn, or "too much," but today's guest believes they're usually just a miscommunication away from thriving. In this episode of Dog Works Radio, Dr. Robert Forto sits down with Emily Breslin, retired vet tech turned dog trainer, certified canine nutritionist, enrichment expert, and host of The Dog Who Asked for More podcast. Emily shares her incredible journey from a life-changing medical crisis to becoming a respected voice for dogs with intense emotions and unique needs. She and Robert dig into: 🔹 What makes a dog a "big feeling dog" 🔹 Common mistakes in canine nutrition and how to read a dog food label 🔹 Why raw feeding and fresh food are gaining traction 🔹 How enrichment changes behavior 🔹 The power of podcasting to help overwhelmed dog owners 🔹 Her takeaways from supporting reactive dogs and their humans Whether you live with a high-drive working breed, a reactive rescue, or you want to understand your dog better, this conversation delivers practical insight and a lot of heart. Listen now and subscribe so you never miss an episode.
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Thanksgiving Food Do's and Don'ts for Your Dog
On this episode of One Minute Dog Training Tips, Nicole Forto discusses: Thanksgiving Food Do's and Don'ts for Your Dog Products We Use for Dog Works Radio My equipment: • SHURE SM7B Mic • Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio • Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones • Elgato Wave Mic Arm Pro Recommended resources: • Captivate.fm podcast hosting, distribution, analytics, and monetization • Keap CRM • Riverside.FM • Hindenburg Pro recording and editing Note: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when using my link. Dog Works Radio is a podcast education show brought to you by Dog Works Radio and is hosted by Nicole Forto. If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a rating or review on your favorite podcast app! And please let your friends and other podcasters know they can listen for free on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
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Thanksgiving Manners for Your Dog
On this episode of One Minute Dog Training Tips, Nicole Forto discusses: Thanksgiving Manners for Your Dog Products We Use for Dog Works Radio My equipment: • SHURE SM7B Mic • Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio • Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones • Elgato Wave Mic Arm Pro Recommended resources: • Captivate.fm podcast hosting, distribution, analytics, and monetization • Keap CRM • Riverside.FM • Hindenburg Pro recording and editing Note: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when using my link. Dog Works Radio is a podcast education show brought to you by Dog Works Radio and is hosted by Nicole Forto. If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a rating or review on your favorite podcast app! And please let your friends and other podcasters know they can listen for free on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
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Pet Insurance, Hurricanes and a Heartfelt Story that Led to a Podcast with Sam Spoto
In this episode of Dog Works Radio, Robert Forto interviews Sam Spoto, an ER veterinary professional who now works in the pet insurance world. Sam shares how years in emergency medicine shaped the way she thinks about insurance, unexpected vet bills, and the tough decisions dog owners are forced to make when money and medical care collide. Listeners will learn when pet insurance makes sense, why timing is crucial, and how to avoid surprises hidden in the fine print of a policy. What we talk about Sam's background in ER veterinary medicine and how she moved into the insurance side What she saw families struggle with most in the emergency room The real purpose of pet insurance (and what it's not meant to do) Why enrolling your dog while they're young and healthy matters How pre-existing conditions are defined and why they're such a sticking point How much families are typically asked to put down before treatment in an emergency Practical questions to ask before you pick a policy How to talk to your vet and your insurance company so you actually understand your coverage What Sam wishes every new puppy owner knew about insurance Sam's own podcast, "Tell Me About Your Dog," and how she's helping people choose the right dog and be better prepared.
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Separation Anxiety Tips for Dogs of All Ages
On this episode of One Minute Dog Training Tips, Nicole Forto discusses: Separation Anxiety Tips for Dogs of All Ages Products We Use for Dog Works Radio My equipment: • SHURE SM7B Mic • Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio • Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones • Elgato Wave Mic Arm Pro Recommended resources: • Captivate.fm podcast hosting, distribution, analytics, and monetization • Keap CRM • Riverside.FM • Hindenburg Pro recording and editing Note: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when using my link. Dog Works Radio is a podcast education show brought to you by Dog Works Radio and is hosted by Nicole Forto. If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a rating or review on your favorite podcast app! And please let your friends and other podcasters know they can listen for free on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
Dog training experts and best-selling authors Dr. Robert and Michele Forto (A Musher's Dream) take the listener into the scruffy, curious, and sometimes heroic world of dogs.
What does it mean to "own" a dog? Can dogs teach us compassion? How do dogs learn? What are your breed's origins, and what were they bred to do?
Dog Works Radio is an award-winning podcast that offers a delightful and surprising look at the relationship we have with our canine companions.
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