The simple idea behind the show is how the selfless act of caring for a dog transforms who we are as people.
This responsibility often awakens in us a greater understanding that all people, all creatures, are connected as one.
It helps us learn to love ourselves, connect with one another, and treat all living beings with empathy and respect.
Therapy dogs are sometimes found at the elementary school or college level – even in corporate settings. But high schools often tend to be left out of the picture. Through her organization, Empathic Paws, Dr. Jessica Maricevic is trying to change that.
Read MoreTom Turcich is the 10th person to walk around the world, and he is the first to do it with a dog by his side. Savannah, adopted a few months into the walk, became his sidekick and constant companion as they navigated across 37 countries.
Read MoreWhile dogs have come to know humans very well in their years of domestication, humans are still only beginning to understand their dogs. How much richer can our bond be if we were tapped into our dog’s emotions as they are with us?
Read MoreMOST POPULAR 2022 EPISODE (Re-issue): Meredith May initially thought something was wrong with her pup. She later realized, however, he just had special needs. It led her to adopt a slower lifestyle, learn how to put someone else first, and find fulfillment in taking care of Edie.
Read MoreEND OF YEAR RECAP! To wrap up the year, this episode includes highlights from 2022 guests that we had the pleasure of having conversations with. As we faced a transitional year of moving back to “normal” life, one thing that has only deepened over this time is the strong sense of connection that we have with our dogs.
Read MoreSheryl Dunleavy is the Founder of the Ann Parke Collection, a dog antique business with pieces dating back to the impact of Queen Victoria in the 1800s. Victoria was not only a major influence on dog art becoming popular, she positively elevated the standing and treatment of dogs within the home.
Read MoreWhile studying how the sensory of animal worlds was different from humans, Ed Yong had the first dog of his life come into the home. Not only did it inform how he then interacted with his canine companion, but it gave Ed a special level of insight into understanding the hidden nature around us in a special new way.
Read MoreFrom the Dog Walk Meditation spinoff series - This walking meditation is a way to feel a deeper and more present sense of appreciation for your dog, your life, and recognizing what you have, and not what you don’t.
Read MoreAs a veterinary oncologist for several decades, Dr. Renée Alsaraff often treated her canine patients with cancer. But when she herself was later diagnosed with "the c-word" (as she prefers to call it), everything changed. Thankfully, her own dog Newtie was by her side to help her make it through.
Read MoreFrom the Dog Walk Meditation spinoff series - This walking meditation is designed to help us release the negativity in our lives, to open up to a wider spectrum of compassion and forgiveness. While humans may have a hard time letting go of grudges or negative thoughts, we can take a lesson from our dogs to more assuredly move forward. Dogs don’t linger on the past, they live in the moment and keep going. If we’re able to free our minds of unnecessary burden and instead let go, we can live a better daily life as a result.
Read MoreAfter helping through different chapters of adulthood, Jenna Blum's dog Woodrow left a great parting gift of helping her through loss while connecting with the community around her.
Read MoreFrom the Dog Walk Meditation spinoff series - This visualization meditation will honor the dogs that have been in your life and embracing their unique nature with a dedicated moment of love. Every dog that comes into our lives is a gift. Past dogs should not be forgotten, but celebrated, and by remembering them, we move beyond grief.
Read MoreCadaver dogs, who are trained to pick up the scent of human remains, can be very helpful in locating someone missing in the present or filling in the gaps of history on burial sites. Author Cat Warren's dog Solo was a singleton and wasn't suited to be a therapy dog, but had a terrific nose at smelling – so she soon found herself in an entirely new world of scent detection dogs.
Read MoreThis is a special bonus episode that features an introduction to the Dog Walk Meditation podcast, a new spinoff series from the team at Dog Save The People. This episode features a sample mediation episode, Calming Connection.
Read MoreTopher Brophy returns to the podcast to discuss his new book Dog Dad and the valuable lessons he's learned from his canine companions. From following their example to be better to each other and to tap into the best versions of ourselves, Topher has realized how much our lives can be improved if we are receptive to the many gifts that dogs offer to teach us.
Read MoreThroughout a tough childhood, Annette found solace in two things: dogs and nature. To escape from a difficult home situation, being outdoors with a dog by her side felt freeing – and was a connection to the natural world that Annette would continue into her adult years to keep her going through any difficult situations that arose.
Read MoreRachel Herman founded PAWS NY non-profit in 2008 to help provide crucial everyday pet care services for free to New York City residents in need. The non-profit organization recognizes the importance for dogs to stay with their loving pet parents, keeping animals out of shelters, by supporting vulnerable pet parents with dog walking, veterinary care, and food so their clients stay happy together.
Read MoreWe'll be taking a brief pause from posting new episodes during July and August. However, don’t worry – we’ll be back with new, interesting guest episodes this Fall!
Read MoreWhen the Hall of Fame swimmer Lynne Cox learned about how water rescue dogs were saving people in European waters, she had to learn more for herself. In Italy, she saw how impactful these dogs are for the community and for protecting humans.
Read MoreScott Sternberg, a fashion designer best known for his brand Band of Outsiders, speaks about how his dog General Zod helped him to find a healthier pace of work, get out during the day for their nature walks, and connect with the neighbors in his community.
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