A Dog's Life with Anna Webb Anna Webb, Mike Hanson

We’re joined by Dr Dan O’Neill, Associate Professor for Companion Animal Epidemiology at the RVC and co-founding ICECDogs member. We’re chatting about the ICECDogs - the International Collaborative on Extreme Conformations in Dogs. Particularly discussing the recently published position paper, the aim of which is to help owners to recognise good innate health in dogs. The paper was heavily informed by research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC). The first of its kind, it provides a guide for animal caregivers, and the wider public, to identify healthy natural physical characteristics in dogs and to predict and assess potential health and welfare based on body shape. This will help anyone who cares about dogs to understand how likely a dog is to suffer from negative impacts resulting from an extreme conformation. Dr Dan explains that no dog owner ever wants an unhealthy dog, but the huge popularity of dogs with extreme conformations suggests that many owners have not fully grasped the link between body shape and quality of life for dogs.  The aim to raise awareness at all levels  - owners, prospective owners, breeders,  and underline that dogs should be dogs,  and not click bait on social media.Find out more :
The full ICECDogs paper, can be accessed here
More information about the UK’s Brachycephalic Working Group, can be found here
More information about the RVC’s VetCompass research, can be found here
And on Instagram
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If you want to move your dog to a raw diet or even switch brands we wholly recommend Paleo Ridge
For more about Anna go to annawebb.co.uk
Music and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions
Cover art by Jaijo
Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd at Gruff Pawtraits
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We’re joined by Dr Lise Hansen who returns to chat about her award winning book: “The Complete Book of Cat & Dog Health” and why this book provides clear accessible advice for owners to understand the four main areas of pet care: Diet, Vaccinations, Parasite control, and Neutering. We’re also chatting about the new Vaccination guidelines just announced by the WSAVA (World Small Animal Veterinary Association). As a step forward in further highlighting the role of Titre Tests as a tool to manage your dog’s immunity, rather than simply over vaccinating. And deciding when is the right time to give puppy shots for a lifetime of immunity. 
Order LIse's book here (it is currently out of stock but will be returning shortly!) and follow on Instagram
If you love A Dog's Life and would like to help support the show why not become a Patreon backer where you can also have access to some exclusive content.
If you want to move your dog to a raw diet or even switch brands we wholly recommend Paleo Ridge
For more about Anna go to annawebb.co.uk
Music and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions
Cover art by Jaijo
Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd at Gruff Pawtraits
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Where do you go to find out more about health and longevity for your dog?
I’m chatting to Pet Industry Nutrition consultant, Caroline Griffiths, who is the  founder of the Natural Dog Expo.
Discussing why Caroline’s track record of delivering events that helps empower pet owners / guardians to help transfer their human health values to their dogs.
And why I’m excited to host this year’s event with an impressive line -up of world class speakers!
Whether owners/guardians have been ‘burnt’ in the past perhaps by over medication, the long-terms effects of an overly processed sterile diet, or by discovering too late that dogs’ do not need annual booster vaccinations. 
Ultimately the Natural Dog Expo offers a community of like-minded people, driven by their passion for health, overall wellness and longevity.
Its aim is to help people navigate the sector highlighting why natural solutions work, where to look, what their dog needs and who to trust. 
The conference delegates attend in real life including Dr Brendan Clarke, Dr Carol Hughes, Dr Adele Fitzpatrick BSc MRCVS and internationally acclaimed clinical canine Herbalist, Rita Hogan.
Plus 10 online sessions are also included in the delegate package with leaders in their field,  including: 
Vince the VetDr Pat WhiteDr Tom Lonsdale BVetMed, MRCVS, Dr Sue Armstrong, MA VetMB VetMFHom CertIAVH MRCVS RsHom 
Get your tickets here and use the discount code Mydogwantsmethere to get £20 off your ticket price.
If you love A Dog's Life and would like to help support the show why not become a Patreon backer where you can also have access to some exclusive content.
If you want to move your dog to a raw diet or even switch brands we wholly recommend Paleo Ridge
For more about Anna go to annawebb.co.uk
Music and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions
Cover art by Jaijo
Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd at Gruff Pawtraits
Advertising and sponsorship opportunities info@theloniouspunkproductions.com

Anna and Mr Binks visit Hackney Barkers, a grooming and wellness experience in Hackney, London. Chatting to the founder Jade Georgiou we talk about qualifications in grooming, how diet affects the skin and coat, along with behaviour. The vibe of the salon is very zen supported by natural products Jade has selected as well as some supplements from The Herbal Dog Co. Emphasising the need to offer a calm environment, the salon is boutique with only two dogs being groomed at a time, keep the noise and hustle and bustle to a minimum. We chat about how Jade competed at international grooming events, with Poodles, Kerry Blue’s, Welsh Terriers and many more, combining  her knowledge of nutrition and behaviour and years of experience having grown up with German Shepherds. We discuss the hot topic of Poodle versus Doodle, and why its a shame we rarely see a Poodle anymore!
Hackney Barkers on Instagram and their website.
If you love A Dog's Life and would like to help support the show why not become a Patreon backer where you can also have access to some exclusive content.
If you want to move your dog to a raw diet or even switch brands we wholly recommend Paleo Ridge
For more about Anna go to annawebb.co.uk
Music and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions
Cover art by Jaijo
Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd at Gruff Pawtraits
Advertising and sponsorship opportunities info@theloniouspunkproductions.com

Anna attends the FIDOS (For Incredible Dogs on Screen) at the British Film Institute. Mingling with some of the guests on the red carpet, she chats to Founder, Toby Rose, and a host of VIP pooches and their owners, not least Jean-Christophe Bouvet (aka Pierre Cadeau of Emily in Paris), celebrating the role of dogs in film, which appears to be growing in line with the soaring popularity of pooches in general. The Best in Year was awarded to Messi - the Border Collie who played Snoop, an assistance dog in Anatomy of a Fall. Flown to LA Messi and his owner to mingle with the stars in the run up to The Oscars, creating even more buzz around the FIDOS.
For more information click here
For more about Anna go to annawebb.co.uk
Music and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions
Cover art by Jaijo
Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd at Gruff Pawtraits
Advertising and sponsorship opportunities info@theloniouspunkproductions.com

In our Crufts 2024 round up I’m taking a look at the natural healthcare vibes and much more chatting to both familiar voices and new ones, talking to people and companies with a focus on natural health, grooming and wellness.

I catch up on the latest from natural balanced and complete food firms including  Paleoridge, and why Honeys has launched a bespoke service, including cooked options for certain cases.

I also caught up with Coya and their freeze dried raw where convenience meets natural health. Exhibiting for the first time Ingenious Probiotcs highlighted the benefits of boosting the microbiome not just in your dog, but in your home too - eliminating any risks of Volatile Organic Compounds.

I met up with Bugalugs and chatted about their new range of natural supplements, and to Photizo discussing the increased demand for ‘red light therapy’ and why they think Crufts visitors are interested in natural healthcare. We chat about Crufts and why I love it as an educational experience about dogs, your choice, the scope to get the best out of your dog, the teamwork and how to build the indelible bond.

I shout  about being live on Channel 4 with Mr Binks talking about English Toy Terriers as one of the Native Vulnerable breeds.  

We also catch up with Lady B and the National Foundation for Retired Service Animals and a huge announcement.

Visit Paleo's website
and Ingenious Probiotics
and Coyapet
and Bugalug's Pet Care
And the NFSRA
and Danetre Health Products
Honey's Raw Dog Food
And Earth Animal
For more about Anna go to annawebb.co.uk
Music and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions
Cover art by Jaijo
Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd at Gruff Pawtraits
Advertising and sponsorship opportunities info@theloniouspunkproductions.com