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The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast

Welcome to the Honest Dog Breeder Podcast, with me, your host, Julie Swan, where each week we dive in to discuss all things dog breeding, so you can build a breeding business you love, producing dogs that fulfill their owner"s dreams. I believe you can have an honest dog breeding program, that also pays the bills. So throw those pods in your ears while you"re cleaning kennels—I"d love to join you.

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17:26

#60 - What Makes an Honest Dog Breeder?

The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast ·

2023/04/20

Ever wonder what it actually means to be an honest dog breeder? How do you know if you're making the cut? If you're contributing to the world of dogs or if you're taking away from it? In this episode we discuss what it means to be an honest dog breed and how you can make sure you are one. Oh–I need your help–this topic is pretty thick, send me an email at julie@honestdogbreeder.com if you'd like a masterclass or cohort on this topic. Thanks! -Julie Swan

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17:16

#59 - Should You Quit Dog Breeding?

The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast ·

2023/04/07

Should you quit dog breeding? It's a question that pops up from time to time when you're in the business, especially when you've had a bad litter or a dip in sales or revenue...but should you actually quit? In this episode we discuss if your thoughts on quitting are because you need to pivot and make some changes or if it's actually time to throw in the towel. Don't forget to get the freebie checklist with the episode to help you diagnose where you're at! Get the freebie in the show notes

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11:42

#58 - The Key to Selling Puppies in the Changing Market

The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast ·

2023/03/23

As the puppy market is normalizing, you have to ask yourself, how am I going to grow, or at least sustain, in this changing market? The answer is customer service. This year customer service is going to be the most important thing you can you can do to keep your breeding program moving along. So what is customer service in relation to dog breeding and how do we implement it? There's a troubleshooting worksheet that goes with this episode, check it out in the show notes!

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16:08

#57 - Can You Leave in Family Emergency?

The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast ·

2023/03/16

Recently I almost lost Bill. I had to take a flight that departed mere hours after finding out. This episode is about setting up your program so that you have the ability to leave in a moment's notice should you need to. There's a freebie that helps you map out a plan for help, it's in the show notes.

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13:15

#56 - When Should You Add Guardian Homes to Your...

The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast ·

2023/01/09

Guardian Homes sound like the magic sauce, yet co-ownerships are often hit or miss. In truth guardian homes are often hit or miss as well. In this episode we discuss guardian homes and when it's a good idea to add them to your program, so they're a benefit–not a detriment–to your dog breeding business. As a special bonus, I have a link inside the episode where you can get a cheat sheet on where to find guardian homes. Ready to join the Dog Breeder Society?

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01:39:05

Interview #8 - Matt Beisner, The Zen Dog, Dog:...

The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast ·

2022/12/03

We are so lucky to have Matt Beisner on today, from The Zen Dog & the show Dog: Impossible. We discuss a lot of topics where trainers and breeders collide, discussing the market, what people want and where the dog fits in. We discuss genetic coercion–are we breeding with the right intents? what does it mean for breed standard? I think you'll love this deep dive discussion on topics from an alternative perspective.

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50:07

Interview #7 - Tori Mistik, Wear Wag Repeat - Where...

The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast ·

2022/11/22

Tori Mistik of Wear Wag Repeat is a business coach for Petpreneurs. She works with business owners of all pet industries and even has a community for those wanting to grow their businesses. Tori has seen it all, in today's episode she discusses where lots of new petpreneurs struggle with their business. While the focus was on new businesses, there is a lot that is applicable to seasoned businesses as well. Dive in to learn more and get the cheat sheet that goes with the episode!

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01:08:55

Interview #6 - Michele Taylor, Taylormade Miniature...

The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast ·

2022/11/04

Hello Honest Dog Breeders! Today we are so lucky to have Michele Taylor of Taylormade Miniature Golden Retrievers. Michele and her husband have 8 beautiful children and an amazing dog breeding program. Through a unique housing restriction Michele had to get creative with her program, she has successfully used guardian homes to not only increase the size of her program and maintain the genetic diversity she is looking for, but to also give her breeding dogs a high quality of life that’s less taxing

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26:15

Interview #5 - Kate Hesse - Mental & Emotional...

The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast ·

2022/10/15

Is dog breeding burning you out? The stress of breeding ebbs and flows and we can certainly make it easier on ourselves, but are you just tired or are you at a point of burn out? In this episode we discuss burnout in dog breeding, how to recognize it, if it's a signal of depression, and some techniques to quelch the psysiological response.

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15:45

#55 - How to Sell Leftover Puppies

The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast ·

2022/09/23

It happens to all of us. The puppies are ready to go...but they don't all have homes. This episode discusses ways to find homes for your prescious pups.

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23:37

#54 - My Exterior Kennel - What I Love...and What I Hate

The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast ·

2022/09/18

In this episode I review my current kennel and what I love about it and what I would change about it. I hope it gives you some ideas and saves you some of the mistakes I've made.

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18:32

#53 - What does it mean to be an Honest Dog Breeder?

The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast ·

2022/09/09

How do you become an Honest Dog Breeder? Or you one already? Being an honest breeder is all about building a breeding program that creates and takes care of wonderful dogs, places them in amazing homes, taking care of those buyers, and then taking care of yourself and your family. This episode discusses the ins and outs of what it really means to be an honest dog breeder.

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14:35

#52 - Recession-Proofing Your Dog Breeding Program

The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast ·

2022/08/25

It feels foolish to ignore the changing puppy market and the looming recession, but what does it really mean for dog breeding? is it over? will it survive? Will your program survive? What changes should we make to ensure the long-term success of our program...and what if we are just starting out (you'll be surprised on this one 😉) Learn more and join the Dog Breeder Society!

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53:11

Interview #4 - Michelle Klump, Outwest...

The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast ·

2022/08/18

Hello Honest Dog Breeders! Today we are so lucky to have Michelle Klump of Outwest Bassets, in Arizona. Michelle has a brilliant business mind and a loving heart. She always wanted a Basset, but found she wasn’t able to easily find what she was looking for. It sparked her business brain and she built a beautiful breeding program around her ideal puppy buyer and a lifestyle that worked for her and her family. A cattle rancher and a mom of four, Michelle brings her cattle ranching know-how and love of

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14:30

#51 - Getting Started with Temperament & Drive Testing

The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast ·

2022/08/11

You ever meet those breeders and they tell you they "just know" which puppy a family should have? Super helpful, right? It's frustrating, I hear you. Today's episode discusses some ways to get your brain to start seeing the differences in temperaments and how to use that knowledge to make things better for your buyers. Want to learn about the Dog Breeder Society and our MasterClasses and a wonderful community of honest dog breeders? Check it out!

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52:21

Interview #3 - Jody Moffett, DVM, new puppy buyers,...

The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast ·

2022/08/05

In this episode, I have Dr. Jody Moffett, my favorite veterinarian of all time, she’s simply the best and has put up with me for over 8 years, helping me solve problems with giardia, being patient with all my questions, and entertaining all my wild breeding musings. I wish there were more veterinarians like her, the ones who are able to keep their heart in the game as much as their mind. She’s a gem of this world and I’m so lucky to know her and my dogs are lucky to have her on my breeding

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15:42

#50 - 3 Unexpected Life Lessons from Dog Breeding

The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast ·

2022/07/28

Everything in life teaches us lessons, but, for our 50th episode (thank you for sticking with me!) I wanted to reflect on three unexpected lessons that dog breeding has taught me. Thank you for taking me on your journey!! Learn more about the Dog Breeder Society

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16:53

#49 - Coat Condition: a simple tactic for keeping...

The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast ·

2022/07/22

Checking coat condition is by far my favorite quick way that I assess a dog's health. In today's episode we discuss a few simple things to look out for and evaluate so you can make sure your dogs are healthy–and if they aren't, a few ideas on what might be happening. Want to learn more about the Dog Breeder Society?

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17:09

#48 - Techniques to Improve Your Goals & Efficiency...

The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast ·

2022/07/17

As the year is half over, it's a great opportunity to check in on your goals. Today's episode we discuss common pitfalls in dog breeding goal setting and how to fix it so we can get more accomplished and get our programs where we want them. There are also a few techniques for how to make some small adjustments that will allow you to better maximize your time with the breeding program and get a bit more of your time back while getting more done. Interested in the Dog Breeder Society? Learn more and

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01:12:33

Interview #2 - Interview with Beth Berkobien -...

The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast ·

2022/07/02

In this episode we have Beth Berkobien of Rehab Your Rescue in Dallas, Texas, Beth works primarily with anxiety and aggression in dogs. She has been a wonderful help to me in my own situation with our dog Cinch, a charming cattle dog, and I am so lucky to have met Beth. As breeders we are usually solving problems from the breeding side of the house, but when that doesn’t go as planned, Beth is the kind of person who gets called in. I hope you learn a lot in this interview, I’d love to hear your

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