The Dog Show with Julie Forbes

Reviewing highlights of over nine years on-air with KKNW AM 1150, and joined in the second half of the show by her wife, Darcie Boltz; host and producer Julie Forbes gets ready for the next phase of The Dog Show with Julie Forbes – which will include video content!   We’re taking a break, and will be back with more than before! Keep up with new developments on our Facebook page, and huge thanks to Eric and KKNW for over nine wonderful years housing The Dog Show with Julie Forbes!

Inspired by one of the most important and well-written books the dog world has seen, The Dog Merchants, a whistle-blower exposed an “industry inside and industry” according to the Washington Post Article, “Dog Fight”, that made front page headlines on Sunday, April 15th, 2018’s paper. Turns out: Some rescue groups are raising (a lot of) money for “puppy mill rescue”, and then actually purchasing dogs directly from dog auctions, a place where some commercial breeders gather to buy and sell dogs. Commonly, rescues pay even more for the dogs than other breeders would, and some breeders are now breeding specific breeds that they know are in high demand… by rescues! Saving a dog, perhaps… but continuing to fuel the very industry they say they are fighting against. This is controversial, and so important to understand as consumers and professionals in the dog industry. Listen, and then read “The Dog Merchants”, by Kim Kavin, also the author of the Washington Post article. We need to be informed, in order to truly help dogs in need.  

Mom of three boys, Nicole, feels like she’s got the hang of raising her sons, but needs help with puppy challenges like nipping, sleeping through the night in a crate, and house training. All her questions get thoroughly answered in this episode as she joins Julie on the phone from Massachusetts.

The Dog Show #474 – March 28, 2018 Julie and Dr. Nels talk about the difference between Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Post-Emotional Stress Disorder while he gives Julie’s sixteen year old dachshund a treatment to help her neck, back and hind legs. Then Patti Sherlock, author of “A Dog for All Seasons” talks about how her farm border collie helped her find herself after going through divorce.

The Dog Show #473 – March 21, 2018 Pet custody battles in divorce! What to know to ensure you get to keep your pet, and loose your spouse, with divorce lawyer Jacqueline Newman, author of “Soon-To-Be Ex”. Also: How to help your dog (and yourself) weather the stress, if you are going through a divorce (or any transition in life).

The Dog Show #472 – March 14, 2018 Supporting and celebrating disabled pets with Handicappedpets.com and Frankie the Walk n Roll Wiener Dog!

The Dog Show #470 - February 28, 2018 Outlining trauma in dogs. Tips on how to help a dog who has been traumatized. Remember: Every dog is different - these are general suggestions!

The Dog Show #471 - March 7, 2018 David Frei, co-host of the National Dog Show, and for 27 years, the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Julie and David "talk dog" ranging from evolution and genetics of dog breeds, to powerful stories of David's work with therapy dogs. Great chat! You'll love him!

The Dog Show #471 – March 7, 2018 David Frei, co-host of the National Dog Show, and for the 27 years, the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Julie and David “talk dog” ranging from evolution and genetics of dog breeds, to powerful stories of David’s work with therapy dogs. Great chat! You’ll love him!

The Dog Show #470 – February 28, 2018 Outlining trauma in dogs. Tips on how to help a dog who has been traumatized. Remember: Every dog is different – these are general suggestions!

The Dog Show #469 - February 21, 2018 What your dog would tell you about being the "pack leader" or "alpha". Then, Julie talks with H.O.P.E. Animal Assisted Crisis Response about their work bringing therapy dogs to crisis scenes like natural disasters and school shootings.

The Dog Show #469 – February 21, 2018 What your dog would tell you about being the “pack leader” or “alpha”. Then, Julie talks with H.O.P.E. Animal Assisted Crisis Response about their work bringing therapy dogs to crisis scenes like natural disasters and school shootings.

The Dog Show #468 - February 14, 2018 Dig: the dating app for dog lovers! Then a former guest shares her end of life story with Marvin, the Old Dog Haven final refuge dog.

The Dog Show #468 – February 14, 2018 Dig: the dating app for dog lovers! Then a former guest shares her end of life story with Marvin, the Old Dog Haven final refuge dog.

The Dog Show #467 - February 7, 2018 What exactly IS that dog doing at the crime scene you're seeing on the news? Julie and Eric catch up first on the Puppy Bowl, lumps and bumps on old dogs, and more!

The Dog Show #467 – February 7, 2018 What exactly IS that dog doing at the crime scene you’re seeing on the news? Julie and Eric catch up first on the Puppy Bowl, lumps and bumps on old dogs, and more!

The Dog Show #465 - January 24, 2018 Tips for boosting your dog's immune system holistically with Dr. Donna Kelleher and what to know about Canine Influenza.

466: Local client, Lori, joins Julie to talk about her dog, Maddie's, experience since starting K9 Nosework, and also talking through her cute (but sometimes annoying) behavior of stealing things when she comes home from work.

The Dog Show #466 – January 31, 2018 Seattle client, Lori, joins Julie to share her dog, Maddie’s, experience since starting K9 Nosework, and also talking through her cute (but sometimes annoying) behavior of stealing things when she comes home from work.

The Dog Show #465 – January 24, 2018 Tips for boosting your dog’s immune system holistically with Dr. Donna Kelleher and what to know about Canine Influenza.