Loading...

PODCAST

The Good Dog Pod

Good Dog is on a mission to build a better world for our dogs and the people who love them by educating the public and advocating for dog breeders. The Good Dog Pod will help us achieve our mission by providing dog breeders and the public with the latest updates in canine health and veterinary care, animal legislation and legal advocacy, canine training and behavior science, and dog breeding practices.

kids & family pets & animals

All Episodes

01:00:52

Differentiating the Cause & Effect of Diseases from...

The Good Dog Pod ·

2026/09/23

Learn how to gather information to sort out the true cause of a health condition. Although many breeders use a disease association rather than cause and effect to decide the cause of disease, you will gain insights to distinguish the differences.Watch the video version of the presentation here.

en

01:32:45

To Whelp or Not to Whelp: Planning an Elective C-Section

The Good Dog Pod ·

2026/09/09

Listen to an in-depth discussion of canine elective C-sections to understand why this delivery option may be preferred in some cases and in some breeds. Learn about the process of the planning stages, surgery and postoperative care.Watch the video version of the presentation here.

en

39:47

Genetic Hygiene & Long-Term Maintenance of Lines

The Good Dog Pod ·

2026/08/19

Dr. Stora teaches us about the principles of maintaining healthy, sustainable breeding lines over multiple generations. Genetic hygiene, including inherited disease risk, genetic diversity, coefficient of inbreeding, selection pressure and long-term breed preservation, will help you make ethical, evidence-based decisions that protect the future of your lines.Watch the video version of the presentation here.

en

01:03:39

Understanding Tests Used to Assess Stud Dog Fertility

The Good Dog Pod ·

2026/07/29

Dr. Peggy Root explains how a breeding soundness examination and semen evaluation are important in determining fertility in male dogs. This webinar also delves into less commonly used tests that aid fertility understanding, such as testicular ultrasound, hypoosmotic swelling testing, and assessment for acrosomal integrity and DNA damage.Watch the video version of the presentation here.

en

50:01

Rating Neonates with the Puppy APGAR Scoring System

The Good Dog Pod ·

2026/07/15

Carla Barstow, DVM, MS, DACT explains how to use puppy APGAR scoring to recognize distress in neonates. Designed to capture puppy vitality, the puppy APGAR scoring system rates neonatal performance in five areas that are key to survival.Watch the video version of the presentation here.

en

54:38

Understanding the Nutritional Needs of Puppies

The Good Dog Pod ·

2026/07/01

Dr. RuthAnn Lobos, DVM, CCRT, CVAT teaches us about important nutrients for puppies, offer practical advice to support their immune system and provide useful guidance to help set them up for lifelong health and success.Watch the video version of the presentation here.

en

51:28

Genetic Diversity and Population Health

The Good Dog Pod ·

2026/06/03

Adam Boyko, PhD continues his conversation on the coefficient of inbreeding (COI). This webinar focuses on genetic diversity, and addresses the balance between breeding healthy, genetically sound dogs while conforming to the breed standard. New genomic methods have advanced the way conservation geneticists think about population genetic health and provide insights into strategies for preserving and improving genetic health in dogs.Watch the video version of this presentation here.

en

53:02

Coefficient of Inbreeding

The Good Dog Pod ·

2026/05/20

Advances in genomics have made accurate COI measurements easier than ever, but understanding how to interpret these values and why they often differ substantially from pedigree-based COI estimates can be tricky. Adam Boyko, PhD does a deep dive into genetics to help you learn all about COI – what it measures, how it’s calculated, and why it’s important.Watch the video version of this presentation here.

en

01:04:04

Using Screening Health Tests

The Good Dog Pod ·

2026/05/06

Fran Smith, DVM, PhD, DACT discusses how to select breeding stock to help you improve your breeding outcomes.Watch the video version of the presentation here.

en

49:57

The Spin on AI

The Good Dog Pod ·

2026/04/22

Julie Cecere, DVM, MS, DACT discusses the current research related to types of artificial insemination and semen processing for better breeding outcomes. Can differences in the route of insemination, types of semen, and owner versus veterinary handling impact pregnancy rates, litter sizes and overall outcomes?Watch the video version of this presentation here.

en

49:21

The Power of Genotype & Phenotype in Dog Breeding

The Good Dog Pod ·

2026/04/08

Discover the limits and benefits of a dog’s genetic evaluation versus its phenotypic diagnostics. Both can be used effectively to have a powerful impact on your bloodline.Watch the video version of this presentation here.

en

46:19

Tips on Hands-On Whelping & Raising Puppies

The Good Dog Pod ·

2026/03/25

Gain practical knowledge about the essentials of safely managing the whelping process and supporting puppies through their earliest, most critical weeks. Learn about preparation, hands-on techniques, early health monitoring and best practices for setting puppies up for a strong, healthy start.Watch the video version of this presentation here.

en

01:07:41

Breeder Mythbusters: Top 10 Myths in Canine Reproduction

The Good Dog Pod ·

2026/03/11

Andrea Hesser, DVM, DACT explore facts and fiction regarding some of the most common myths in canine reproduction.Watch the video version of the presentation here.

en

49:02

Pro Plan AdvantEDGE: Learn About Life-Changing Nutrition

The Good Dog Pod ·

2026/02/25

Capture the science behind the next generation of specialized Pro Plan nutrition. Pro Plan AdvantEDGE Digestive Support Plus Salmon & Oat Meal and Pro Plan Advantage Senior Support Plus Chicken & Rice are powerful, triple-action formulas backed by years of research to deliver life-changing support for digestive health or healthy aging. These breakthrough formulations target the nutritional needs of adult dogs and include formulas for small-breed and large-breed adult dogs.Watch the video

en

59:24

Best Practices for the Welfare of Breeding Animals

The Good Dog Pod ·

2026/02/11

What is the earliest age at which you should breed a female? How should you house brood females and stud dogs? What routine testing or veterinary care should be provided over a female or stud dog’s breeding life? Peggy Root Kustritz, DVM, PhD, DACT reviews common practices and recommendations from reproduction veterinarians to help you make informed decisions in your breeding program.Watch the video version of the presentation here.

en

46:26

TCI Retrospective Study Reveals Breeding Insights

The Good Dog Pod ·

2026/01/28

Transcervical insemination has evolved to become an efficient breeding tool since its beginning in the 1970s. Joshua Trumble, DVM discusses a study conducted by theriogenologists at Ohio State University which looked at using semen and sedation types to predict pregnancy rate and litter size.Watch the video version of this presentation here.

en

01:07:50

CHIC and the Ins & Outs of the OFA

The Good Dog Pod ·

2025/12/31

Learn from the president of the OFA, Fran Smith, DVM PhD DACT, about the history of the Canine Health Information Center and how breed health tests can be used in your breeding program to produce healthy dogs. Find out who the specialty groups are who validate the tests and how they can help you learn to use these tests to benefit your dogs.Watch the video version of this presentation here.

en

01:19:12

A Backstage Pass to Freezing Semen + Postmortem Sperm...

The Good Dog Pod ·

2025/12/10

Andrea Hesser, DVM DACT gives a step-by-step walkthrough of a frozen semen appointment to help you understand what to expect. In addition, learn what can be done to save sperm postmortem or in crisis situations.Watch the video version of this presentation here.

en

55:42

Breeders' Roundtable Q&A

The Good Dog Pod ·

2025/11/26

Dr. Smith, Dr. Barstow, and Dr. Cecere joined us for a Roundtable Q&A where they answered your questions about breeding. Learn about everything from progesterone to artificial insemination in this session.Watch the video version of this presentation here.

en

01:05:52

Newborns: When Puppies Crash and Burn!

The Good Dog Pod ·

2025/11/12

Discover the differences between neonates and adult dogs and why the first few weeks of life are critical. Learn about optimal husbandry, emergent conditions, support of the neonate and when to involve your veterinarian.Watch the video version of this presentation here.

en

218 results

Similar Podcasts

Who Smarted? - Educational Podcast for Kids

Atomic Audio

Storytime for Kids

Storytime for Kids

Doxology Go

Matt Doan

Big Fat Positive: Pregnancy and Parenting (BFP)

Laura Birek, Shanna Micko

Plugged In Entertainment Reviews

Focus on the Family