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The Dogs Were Good (again)

The Dogs Were Good (again) is the only show brave enough to answer the question: were the dogs good this week? Join Matt Nelson of WeRateDogs as he identifies and discusses the best dogs from the week’s news, viral moments, and highlights from our increasingly massive database of good boys and girls. He is uniquely qualified to say things like "wow that"s a good dog" or "[unintelligible squealing due to cute dog]." Follow the

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70:59

The Most Ridiculous Dog Breed

The Dogs Were Good (again) ·

2026/10/01

This week, Matt welcomes LaurDIY and her dog Moose for an episode all about Bull Terriers! They dive into what makes these wonderfully weird, egg-headed dogs so unique and why their big personalities have earned them such a devoted following.Follow LaurDIY & Moose https://www.instagram.com/moosetheminibully https://www.tiktok.com/@UCap97Ue8K_BpKlrvQRYd6JA https://www.youtube.com/laurdiy Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin Chapters 00:00 | Welcoming Moose and Lauren 01:09 | Adoptable Dogs

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38:18

The Internet Has Fallen In Love With This Awkward Dog

The Dogs Were Good (again) ·

2026/09/24

This week, Matt welcomes Kelly and her famously awkward dog, Cashew, to find out what makes Cashew so wonderfully weird! Plus, we’re joined in studio by our special adoptable guest, Nino!Follow Cashew & Kelly https://www.instagram.com/cashewtok https://www.tiktok.com/@cashewtokk Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin Chapters 00:00:00 | Welcome Kelly and Cashew 00:01:33 | Adoptable Special Guest Nino 00:05:32 | Finding Cashew 00:09:36 | Cashew’s Personality and Upsies 00:12:37 | Dogs That

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45:59

Can Dogs Talk?

The Dogs Were Good (again) ·

2026/09/17

This week, Matt interviews Alexis Devine and her famous talking dog, Bunny, to explore how we communicate with our pets, what our dogs might be trying to tell us, and whether we can actually talk back!Alexis's Book: https://tinyurl.com/mv7ur96d Follow Bunny & Alexis! https://www.instagram.com/whataboutbunny https://www.tiktok.com/@whataboutbunny https://www.youtube.com/@whataboutbunny Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin Chapters 00:00 | Intro 00:40 | Adoptable Special Guest

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53:31

Singers React To Singing Dogs

The Dogs Were Good (again) ·

2026/09/10

This week, Matt is joined by the band Tiny Habits to talk all things dogs! They also put their musical expertise to the test by judging some hilarious singing dogs! Plus we welcome another adoptable guest, Baby Shark! More Tiny Habits: https://tinyhabitsofficial.com/ Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin Chapters 00:00:00 | Intro 00:03:26 | Adoptable Special Guest Baby Shark 00:06:44 | Cinya and Maya’s Dogs 00:08:21 | American Idol for Dogs 00:24:47 | How Cinya, Maya, and Judah Found Each

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69:06

Getting Sober Without Losing Your Best Friend | The...

The Dogs Were Good (again) ·

2026/09/03

This week, we’re joined by Stephen Knight, founder of Dogs Matter, to talk about the incredible work his organization does to keep people in recovery and their beloved pets together. Plus, we’re joined in studio by our very special adoptable guest, Dumpling!Dogs Matter: https://www.dogsmatter2.org/ Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin Chapters 0:00:00 | Intro 0:01:01 | Adoptable Special Guest Dumpling 0:05:03 | Stephen’s Life, Jayde, and Dogs Matter 0:21:50 | Contacting Dogs Matter and

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58:30

Dogs & Their Unlikely Best Friends

The Dogs Were Good (again) ·

2026/08/27

This week, Matt and Jess explore the fascinating world of dogs and their unlikely interspecies friendships! Behavioral scientist Dr. Clive Wynne joins us to explain the science behind these unique bonds, plus we welcome our special adoptable guest, Keira!Dr. Clive Wynne's Book: https://www.clivewynne.com/book-1 Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin Chapters 00:00 | Intro 01:04 | Special Adoptable Guest Keira! 06:54 | Have Your Dogs Formed Relationships Outside Their Species? 08:08 |

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49:39

Snoopy Turns 76! Celebrating the World’s Most Famous...

The Dogs Were Good (again) ·

2026/08/13

This week, Matt and Jess explore the history and legacy of pop culture’s most iconic beagle, Snoopy! Plus, we welcome a very special adoptable guest, Guiseppe!Adopt Jack From Episode 37! https://www.petfinder.com/dog/jack-1b49488a-88ae-4ae8-ac07-68937da7b326/ca/gardena/pet-harbor-ca1064/details/ More info about rescuing Greyhounds: https://greyhoundsaspets.org.nz/ https://greyhoundrehoming.org.nz/ Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin Chapters 00:00 | Intro 01:05 | Adoptable Special

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62:55

Saying Goodbye to Simon: Isabel Klee on Love, Loss &...

The Dogs Were Good (again) ·

2026/08/06

This week, we're joined by Isabel Klee to celebrate the incredible life of her beloved dog, Simon. Together, Matt and Isabel reflect on the joy, laughter, and heartbreak that come with loving a dog, and why saying goodbye never diminishes the bond they leave behind.More Isabell Klee https://www.instagram.com/simonsits Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin Chapters 00:00 | Intro 00:40 | Adoptable Special Guest Bella! 02:41 | Isabel Klee Joins Us 08:38 | Simon Being Surrounded By His Friends

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62:04

Felicia Day Is Exactly the Kind of Dog Mom You’d...

The Dogs Were Good (again) ·

2026/07/23

This week internet royalty Felicia Day is on the show! She breaks down her relationship with her rescue Sara Lavender, the return of The Guild, and attributes dogs to the most popular fandoms! And of course we're joined with another adoptable special guest, Butterball!More Felicia Day https://www.instagram.com/feliciaday https://www.youtube.com/@UCIg7U4yoXlm2_nnkl9wsIcw New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple

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78:39

The Biggest Mistakes People Make When Their Dog Goes...

The Dogs Were Good (again) ·

2026/07/16

This week Matt is joined with Babs Fry who is one of the most respected names in lost dog recovery. She is the founder of A Way Home for Dogs, a free lost dog recovery and rescue resource that helps families bring missing dogs home. They get into all the things you should do if it ever happens to you. And of course we're joined by another adoptable special guest, Trudy! More Babs Fry https://awayhomefordogs.com/ https://www.instagram.com/awayhomefordogs/ New episodes every

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74:45

Is Javier Upset With Me? | The Dogs Were Good (again)...

The Dogs Were Good (again) ·

2026/07/09

This week Matt and Jess are answering one of the big questions we dog owners have, do our pets think we are abandoning them when we leave the house? To dive deep, we’ve enlisted the help of Dog Separation Anxiety Expert, Malena DeMartini. Plus we’re joined by another adoptable special guest, Lilac! More Malena DeMartini https://malenademartini.com/about/meet-malena/ https://www.instagram.com/malenademartini New episodes every Thursday! Spotify:

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74:06

Testing The Limits Of A Dog Psychic | The Dogs Were...

The Dogs Were Good (again) ·

2026/07/02

This week Matt and Jess welcome animal communicator Elizabeth Baudhuin to the show! They're also joined with another adoptable special guest, Khaleesi. More Elizabeth Baudhuin https://www.elizabethlistenstoanimals.com/ New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dogs-were-good-again/id1800125192 Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin Chapters 00:00 | Intro 01:03 |

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60:50

She Spent 20 Years With Sled Dogs. Then She Had to...

The Dogs Were Good (again) ·

2026/06/25

This week Blair Braverman joins Matt to talk about her life as a professional dog musher, racing, and living her life with a pack of dogs. More Blair Braverman https://www.blairbraverman.com/ https://www.instagram.com/Blair_Braverman/ New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dogs-were-good-again/id1800125192 Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin Chapters 00:00

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37:56

Cops STILL Can't Stop Killing Dogs

The Dogs Were Good (again) ·

2026/06/18

This week Matt discusses the story of a bernedoodle named Jameson who was shot by the LAPD last week. Gofundme for Jameson's Family https://www.gofundme.com/f/justice-for-jameson-help-us-honor-his-memory New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dogs-were-good-again/id1800125192 Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin Chapters 00:00 | Intro 01:30 | Special

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61:46

Why Senior Dogs are the Best Dogs | The Dogs Were...

The Dogs Were Good (again) ·

2026/06/11

It's senior week! Matt and Jess are joined by Kristin Hoff from Muttville Senior Dog Rescue to talk about the benefits of adopting senior pups. We're also joined in studio with another adoptable special guest, 10 year old Jimmy!Learn More About Muttville: https://muttville.org/ New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dogs-were-good-again/id1800125192 Intro

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56:24

The End Of Greyhound Racing is Near | The Dogs Were...

The Dogs Were Good (again) ·

2026/06/04

It's all about speed this week! Matt and Jess break down the fastest dogs and interview Carey Thiel who is the co-founder and executive director of GREY2K USA Worldwide, a nonprofit that has spent decades lobbying to end greyhound racing over animal welfare concerns. And as always we're joined in studio with our special adoptable guest, Sharon!More about how to end dog racing: https://www.grey2kusa.org/index.php New episodes every Thursday! Spotify:

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31:39

I Have To Talk About This Guy

The Dogs Were Good (again) ·

2026/05/28

Matt is back from Europe and has a lot on his mind including the Los Angeles mayoral race. Plus we’re once again joined by WeRateDogs CEO, Javier!New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dogs-were-good-again/id1800125192 Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin Chapters 00:00 | Intro 00:58 | The Spencer Pratt Problem 13:12 | Javier's Resort Experience 14:24 | Edward

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54:01

We Found Out What Music Dogs Actually Like | The Dogs...

The Dogs Were Good (again) ·

2026/05/21

This week it's all songs about dogs and even a couple dogs who make their own songs! Plus Matt Hobbs from Puppy Songs calls in to talk about the fascinating music making process! And of course we are joined by Phyllis, our adoptable special guest!New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dogs-were-good-again/id1800125192 Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin

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53:22

What Happens When Dogs Go Years Without Grooming? |...

The Dogs Were Good (again) ·

2026/05/14

This week it's all about dog grooming and who better than our very own Jess Rona to take us through the nuances of her profession!New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dogs-were-good-again/id1800125192 Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin Chapters 00:00 | Intro 00:55 | Our Adoptable Special Guest Martha 04:48 | Javier's Day At Jess Rona Grooming 07:56 |

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47:06

Meet The Woman Who Made WeRateDogs Possible | The...

The Dogs Were Good (again) ·

2026/05/07

Matt is joined with his mother Barbara on this Mother’s Day special episode!New episodes every Thursday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lPbxJLWGtCYrgLE2EZw5b?si=b468d66fac414f46 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dogs-were-good-again/id1800125192 Intro song by @HoveyBenjamin Chapters 00:00 | Intro 00:27 | Our Adoptable Special Guest Cider 03:15 | Matt’s Mom! 34:43 | Notable Mama Dogs Of History! 42:58 | Last Looks With Cider Adopt Cider From

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