What The Bark is back for 2024! And so is Genetic George - back from his visit to The National Dog Show, in Philadelphia USA! He shares his observations into the US dog scene, how it differs from Australia, and some minor celebrities he met along the way ..read more

Would you, or should you, clone your pet? This week, Nathan visits George at the Orivet office to discuss the new practice of pet cloning - and the moral and ethical questions it raises. It's a growing trend, but it will cost you ..read more

It's time for another of our "mythbusting" educational episodes, as What The Bark dives into DNA Parentage. Genetic George from Orivet explains what parentage testing is, why breeders do it, parentage vs. ancestry, and the different methods of testing ..read more

On What The Bark this week, listeners have been asking for an intro to dog training theory - so here we are! With George away, Dr. Imogen has stepped in to give an overview into dog training 101. We dive into the research, different training methods, and how to find a reputable trainer. And here are links to the APDT and to the Delta Institute, both mentioned on the podcast ..read more

This week, we held our first ever "Breed Spotlight", starting with the magnificent Belgian Shepherds! We were joined by Jody Hafey of Beletta Belgians, and discussed everything from the four different breeds of Belgian Shepherd, the origins of the breed, as well as the work Jody does as part of Belgian Shepherd Rescue and Rehab. You can learn more about Belgian Shepherd Rescue and Rehab via their public Facebook page ..read more

This week, we sat down with Letisha Pelchen - show-winning Skye Terrier breeder on RightPaw, and groomer at The Tish Touch Professional Pet Styling! We got down into the furry roots of grooming, including popular breed styles, grooming routines all owners should try at home, and how to help your dog become more comfortable at the groomer. To find out more about The Tish Touch, you can visit her website or her Facebook page, and also check out her SkyesDLimit profile on RightPaw to learn more about her as a Skye Terrier Breeder ..read more

This week, Dr. Imogen - Chief Vet at RightPaw - is back, and we are discussing the impact of COVID-19 on the dog world! We touch on everything from the big trends - including the increase in puppy adoptions and rise of puppy scams - to the impacts on our day to day lives, such as the risk of separation anxiety with our pets. Plus George has a bone to pick on why owners need to be more mindful at dog parks ..read more

This week, Nathan and George are joined by Dr. Imogen - Chief Vet at RightPaw - to talk about the origins of the modern dog. We discuss some of the most popular theories around where the dog came from, the oldest known breeds, why certain traits have been bred for, and why dog shows have the power to influence the way dogs evolve ..read more

Do you know how many Aussies have uploaded a picture of their dog to social media? In this episode, Nathan and Genetic George pull out the most fascinating stats from Orivet's 2022 survey of dog ownership in today's world. From dog selfies, to breed choices, to home-cooked meals for dogs, you'll be amazed at the lengths we go to for our furry friends ..read more

We're super excited to have veterinarian, author, and RightPaw breeder Dr. Claire Stevens join What The Bark this week! Dr. Claire joined us to unpack some of the most common new puppy owner questions that she encounters at the vet clinic. We cover questions around feeding, biting, socialisation, and much more! To learn more about Dr. Claire, you can visit her website: https://drclairestevens.com/ or follow her Instagram @drclairestevens ..read more