About A Dog

Episode 16 - Post-Dog Show Special with Sam

In this episode, we are joined with our good friend, Sam, who is a Vet Tech student and Vet Assistant at a local Animal Hospital. We discuss how things wen…

Raw Tidbit 8 - Breed Community

In this Raw Tidbit we cover what Breed Community is, some examples of what we have experienced and heard about. We also cover what are good things to have in a breed co…

Episode 15 - Clumber Spaniel

In a break from our usual pattern, we are covering the Clumber Spaniel in memory of a dear friend. This breed is relatively uncommon but has a devoted following for all t…

Raw Tidbit 7 - Representation

We ramble on about the importance of representation with rare breeds. We explain just how hard it is to have any media focus on a rare breed. Most FSS breed owners have …

Episode 14 - Icelandic Sheepdog

This spunky herding dog from Iceland is classified as a popular breed in our rare breed/popular breed pattern. This is Iceland’s only native dog breed and has been aro…

Raw Tidbit 6 - Dating and Dog Shows

We discuss dating etiquette at dog shows. We include some pitfalls to avoid, some things that must be done, and general things that are unique to dating someone wh…

Episode 13 - Extinct Breeds Part 1

In this episode, we focus on the breeds tat have already gone extinct. We focus on a subset of extinct breeds and we will cover more extinct breeds later. This is a…

Raw Tidbit 5 - Nutrition

Nutrition is essential in having a healthy dog. We are not nutritionists but we are giving information that has work well with our dogs.

Episode 12 - Danish-Swedish Farmdog

This versatile breed is relatively rare but is starting to become known outside of Denmark and Sweden. It is AKC FSS recognized but gaining in popularity in the US…

Raw Tidbit 4 - Responsible Rescues and Breeders

In this Raw Tidbit, Ashley gives some advice on what to look for in a responsible rescue and a responsible breeder. Being responsible with where you ob…

Episode 11 - St Patrick’s Day Special

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! We are covering an Irish breed, the Glen of Imaal Terrier. This versatile terrier is relatively uncommon but is a unique breed.

For more…

Episode 10 - Bichon Frise

This spunky little, white dog has been compared to a walking cotton ball.

For more information and where we obtained our information, please visit: www.akc.org and www.bicho…

Raw Tidbit 3 - Novice Dog Show Person

Michael expresses his opinions regarding being a novice in the dog show world. Ashley adds a few things in there from time to time. Hopefully this will provide s…

Episode 9 - Barbet

This French breed is relatively rare but making a comeback. The Barbet is credited with helping to found a few breeds, including the Poodle.

For more information and where we got o…

Raw Tidbit 2 - Dangers of Being Involved with Purebred Dogs

This episode focuses on the danger of Animal Rights groups and what they do to people involved with Purebred Dogs. We are about conservatio…

Episode 8 - Otterhound

This rare scenthound is fully recognized by the AKC so it is classified as one of our “popular” breeds even though this breed is actually one of the rarest breeds in the world.

Episode 7 - Westminster 2019 Special

We talk dog shows and I make predictions about Westminster 2019!

To follow along with breed results, please check out: www.westminsterkennelclub.org

Episode 6 - Teddy Roosevelt Terrier

We are biased as we own this marvelous little breed. The Teddy Roosevelt Terrier is a spunky little terrier related to the Rat Terrier.

For more information, pleas…

Raw Tidbit 1 - Hounds as Service Dogs

Here’s out first shorter episode with some dog advice and information.

Hounds can truly do it all if given the chance. Responsibly bred scenthounds can be great …

Episode 5 - Keeshond

Plural is Keeshonden, the Dutch barge dog.

For more information, please check out: www.akc.org or www.keeshond.org