The Pug Life Show

S5 EP03: Snorts & Shenanigans; A Day in the Pug Life of Bling & Honey

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 09:01:00 GMT

Meet Bling and Honey — two fabulous lady pugs whose names are as sparkly as their personalities. One is precious as diamonds, the other pure pot‑of‑gold energy.

These pampered puggies live the ultimate pug life: Sundays are reserved for 12 hours of naps, 6 hours of meditation, and being spoiled rotten. Their latest Pugmas surprise? Pandora collars complete with charms — yes, we checked them out for ourselves cause Rosie is now very jealous!

Join us as we chat with their mum Nat about Bling and Honey’s pug‑tastic world and what these precious pups get up to each day.

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S5 EP02: Snorts & Shenanigans: A Day in the Pug Life of Dougie and Floyd

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Today, we are entering the wonderfully chaotic Pug Life of our force-free trainer fur-end Sarah Rutten and her dynamic puggie-duo: Dougie and Floyd.

Dougie is a sweet king who’s been navigating IVDD like an absolute champ… and Floyd is his unhinged pug missile who cannot resist chomping on Dougie’s tail like it’s a limited‑edition snackie.

Sarah spills all the stories — from how she came to being a Pug mum, which was not your typical journey, to her future Pug-family addition which we’re looking forward to meeting mid-year.

WANT TO LEARN MORE about Sarah, Dougie or Floyd? Check out their profile here:

Website: https://www.thecanineperspective.com.au/
Book: https://www.thecanineperspective.com.au/the-canine-perspective-dog-training-book/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecanineperspective/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecanineperspective/

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S5 EP01: Good Pug‑mentation; Better Health Through Better Supplements

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 08:04:00 GMT

For our first episode of SEASON 5, we’re diving into the world of supplements designed specifically to support Dogs — from calming blends that help ease their anxiety, to gut‑friendly probiotics that keep their sensitive tummies on track, not to mention mobility‑boosting nutrients that help them stay agile despite their unique build or age. Canine supplementation is gaining in popularity, but not all supplements are created equal.

So we’ve invited our fur-ends from Happy Poochie Dog Supplements to talk all thing pug-mentation so you know what to look for to help your Puggie feel balanced, bouncy, and at their best.

WANT TO LEARN MORE? Reach out to Ping and Rohan via the following sites

Website: https://www.happypoochieau.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HappyPoochie/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happypoochieau/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@HappyPoochie

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S4 EP18: TOP 5 Most downloaded Episodes of 2025

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 08:02:00 GMT

We wanted to close out Season 4 with our second year of reporting our Top 5 most downloaded episodes just in case you wanted to catch-up or re-listen to the episodes that our community loved the most.

Pawsonally, I think that every episode is worth listening to at least once, but not every episode gets to be number 1 … or does it?

In this episode we talk about:

02:05 5^th most downloaded episode
02:55 4^th most downloaded episode
03:54 3^rd most downloaded episode
04:50 2^nd & 1^st most downloaded episodes

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S4 EP17: Pugs Shots and Pawtraits

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today’s episode were talking with Pet Photographer Tori from TD Pet Studios about the wonderfully wrinkled world of Pet/pug portraits.

From their expressive eyes to their comical charm, pugs are a photographer’s dream — and sometimes, a nightmare.

Whether you're a seasoned pet photographer or just pug-curious, this episode is packed with stories, and surprising insights into what it takes to capture our little cuties on film to be shared with the unsuspecting world of non-pug pawrents whenever we get the chance … or is that just me?

In this episode we talk about:

04:25 Tell us a little bit about yourself, your fur-family, and how did you get into Pet Photography
11:20 Is photography with children like photography with Pets/Pugs?
18:30 What does it take to get a group Pug shot?
21:15 Is it easier photographing with or without the pawrent in the room?
22:45 What sort of carrot stick do you use to get their attention?
24:20 The hand-eye coordination needed to get the right shot
26:30 How do you photograph black pugs?
28:20 What are the challenges with Pet photography?
30:50 Yes, drool shots are great!
34:10 How can you find Tori for a photoshoot?

WANT TO LEARN MORE? Reach out to Tori on Instagram @TDPetStudios

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S4 EP16: Rescue Pug Honeymoon Period

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 08:04:00 GMT

Today we’re talking about something every new rescue pug pawrent should be aware of— the Rescue Pug Honeymoon period.

Specifically, what happens when you bring home a rescue pug and they seem unbelievably well behaved or incredibly naughty and you think to yourself, WOW I lucked out or have I made a huge mistake.

Our fur-end Jess from Howling Success Dog Training is back to talk about the emotional rollercoaster of those first few weeks/months, and how to support your new snuggle pug as they settle into their fur-ever home.

In this episode we talk about:

03:50 Tell us a little bit about yourself
06:25 Let’s talk about the 3:3:3 Rule (guidelines), also known as the Rescue Dog/Pug Honeymoon Period
11:20 What’s ‘My Last Dog’ syndrome?
12:30 The impawtance of investing time early to help your rescue pug transition
15:40 What to do if your honeymoon period is more like a horror story
20:10 What is in my ‘New Puggie toolkit’
24:00 The impawtance of learning Dog Body Launguage
28:30 Creating a safe space for your new Rescue Puggie
29:20 Why it’s ok to become upset/overwhelmed in those early days/weeks
36:10 Why getting professional behavioural help in the beginning will be your saviour – obedience training isn’t always the answer
43:10 The reward of living with a loving rescue pug
47:50 How can people find Jess if they need help with their rescue Pug

WANT TO LEARN MORE? Reach out to Jess here:

Jess Sandstrom – Howling Success Dog Training
- Website: www.howlingsuccessdogtraining.com/
- New Rescue Q&A session: www.howlingsuccessdogtraining.com/new-rescue-dog/
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/howlingsuccessdogtraining/
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/HowlingSuccessDogTraining

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S4 EP15: From Ruff to Buff: Pug Nutrition Gets Pawsonal

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 08:04:00 GMT

Today, we’re diving nose-first into the world of pug nutrition but on a more pawsonal level.

That’s right, Rosie and Kenji have been working with our fur-end Jackie Gowland from Functional Canine to help with Rosie’s reflux that made mealtimes a bit ruff, and Kenji’s sensitive tummy that made toileting a bit of a challenge for him too.

I promised that I get Jackie back on to follow-up on our first conversation with her about pet nutrition and what better way than to share the results of her work with Rosie and Kenji

We’ll chat about what wasn’t working, what finally clicked, and how even small changes to what’s in their bowls made a huge difference to their health and happiness.

In this episode we talk about:

05:02 Tell us about yourself and what you do
07:40 The process behind developing a nutrition plan – the questionnaire
12:16 The process for developing Rosie’s nutrition plan
14:10 SIBO: Small Intestine Microbial Overgrowth
17:00 The new meal routine and the transition
20:15 Treats that were appropriate for Rosie
22:30 The Rosie results
25:03 Rosie’s next menu options
29:30 Kenji’s love of Gluten-free BBQ Shapes
31:50 The process for developing Kenji’s nutrition plan
35:00 My muck up with Rosie and Kenji’s Gut powder (P.S. I have ordered the correct one for Kenji)
36:20 The new meal routine and the transition - Kenji’s fasting routine
38:25 The benefits of bone broth and the recipe
41:38 The Kenji results
42:25 Why Kenji is on a different BARF mince to Rosie
45:00 Kenji’s next menu options

46:50 How can you find Jackie to work with her

WANT TO LEARN MORE about Canine Nutrition? Check out all of Jackie’s guidance here:

Free handout link: https://www.intuitive-healing-hub.com/nutrition/make-your-dogs-food-better-booklet
Website: https://www.intuitive-healing-hub.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/functionalcanine/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/functionalcanine
PODCAST: https://open.spotify.com/show/0pHWoct6FS2dy8j8U5yxBh?si=5FZ8m8qvSiGmwrnFjYRanQ&nd=1&dlsi=fc858be9082f429f

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S4 EP14: Snorts & Signals: Decoding the Signs of a Good Pug Rescue

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 09:04:00 GMT

Today on The Pug Life Show PUGCAST we’re diving into one of the most important journeys a pawrent can take — finding their fur-ever pug love through a rescue, shelter, or pound. But how do you know when it’s the right fit?

With the help of force-free trainers Jess and Alex, we’ll be sniffing out the red flags to watch for and the green lights that tell you you’re on the right track. From the legal requirements rescues must comply with, to the health history you should have access to, the environment your pug is being cared for in, and even the adoption process you’ll go through before bringing that bundle of snorts home — we’ve got you covered.

If you’re thinking about adopting, or just want to be better informed, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

In this episode we talk about:

02:36 Tell us all about yourself and your qualifications
04:10 What is the difference between a rescue, a pound and a shelter
05:15 What are Red Flags and Greens Lights
08:00 What are the Red Flags and Greens Lights for the legal requirements governing rescue organisations
10:20 Where can a pawrent research the legal requirements governing rescues
12:30 Where can a pawrent report concerns about a rescue organisation
14:14 What are the Red Flags and Greens Lights in regard to financials with rescue organisations
16:56 Guidance on adoption fees
23:30 What are the Red Flags and Greens Lights in regard to access to health records with rescue organisations
28:28 What are the Red Flags and Greens Lights in regard to the environment the pug is being housed in with rescue organisations
32:26 DYK: the 3:3:3 Rule for a rescue joining your home
44:11 What are the Red Flags and Greens Lights in regard to the ongoing education of staff within rescue organisations
49:03 What are the Red Flags and Greens Lights in regard to pug behaviour monitoring and management within rescue organisations
55:10 What are the Red Flags and Greens Lights in regard to the ongoing training of pugs within rescue organisations
01:07:00 What to ask during the adoption process
01:08:10 How can people find you if they need help

WANT TO LEARN MORE? Reach out to Alex or Jess here:

Alex Matsoukas – Dig Dog Training
- Website: www.digdogtraining.com/
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/digdogtraining
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/digdogtraining

Jess Sandstrom – Howling Success Dog Training
- Website: www.howlingsuccessdogtraining.com/
- New Rescue Q&A session: www.howlingsuccessdogtraining.com/new-rescue-dog/
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/howlingsuccessdogtraining/
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/HowlingSuccessDogTraining

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S4 EP13: Meet Singing Sammy & Spicy Sophie

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 09:00:00 GMT

There is nothing we love more than a visit by a Puggie (and their Hooman) to talk about their Pug Life and in today’s episode, we’re joined by dynamic pug duo — Sammy and Sophie!

Sammy’s the musical one, always ready to break into song, while Sophie brings the spice as her Pug-mom Mary says, especially when she’s in the mood to play. She’s been known to grab Sammy by the harness and drag him along for the fun of it — but I’ll let Mary tell you what else she does to encourage Sammy to play!

These two half-siblings are partners in all things snorty, and nothing makes them happier than adventures at the P.A.R.K. or curling up in the crook of mum’s legs for a snooze.

In this episode we talk about:

03:05 What inspired you to become a Pug Mum?
05:00 How did you meet Sammy and Sophie?
07:24 Tell us the story behind Sammy and Sophie’s names
11:18 Tell us all about their pawsonalities
13:00 Tell us about Sophie’s Spiciness
17:20 Sammys WWF dive bombs
22:30 Sophie’s “roadkill” squirrel
30:40 Sammy and Sophie’s front door welcome routine
31:54 Sammy and Sophie’s favourite adventures
34:20 Sammy meets Buster
40:30 Sammy’s singing
42:34 Sammy the door dasher

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S4 EP12: Sophie's Legacy; Vets are Human too

Sun, 03 Aug 2025 09:03:00 GMT

Episode Warning: We do talk about suicide in this episode, which I know can be distressing.

So if you need resources or support go to beyondblue.org or for 24-hour free counselling in Australia, the number for Lifeline is 13 11 14.

Please take care of yourself, and don’t hesitate to ask for help if you need it

Today we’re diving into a heartfelt conversation about Sophie’s Legacy — an Australian Foundation born from love, loss, and a fierce drive to protect the people who care for our fur-babies.

Sophie Putland was a passionate vet who adored animals, but behind the scenes, she faced pressures no one should face. After her tragic passing in 2021, her family started a movement to “Save the people who save our animals” by improving mental health and work environments within the veterinary profession

If you’ve ever had a vet calm your nerves while caring for your fur baby… If your pug has been comforted, stitched up, or saved by a clinic team who went above and beyond… then this episode is for you.

We’ll talk about what’s really going on in the veterinary world, what Sophie’s Legacy is doing to help, and how small acts of kindness — from pawrents like you — can make a big difference.

In this episode we talk about:

03:20 Tell us about yourself and about Sophie’s Legacy
12:20 Tell us about the story behind the We are only Human campaign
22:10 Let’s talk about Future campaigns and what they aim to achieve – Word’s Matter
24:25 Tell us about the Lost campaign and what is has achieved to date
34:00 What can Government do to affect change in the vet industry
35:40 DYK: one vet dies every 12 weeks
38:10 The impact of ‘bill shock’ on people’s behaviour towards Vet Staff
44:40 Tell us about your current fundraising events and campaigns and what it will support
50:05 The world-wide conversation that the “We are only Human” campaign started
51:30 How you can help support the work that Sophie’s Legacy is doing – the Little Things campaign
52:30 Where can we learn more about Sophie’s Legacy and the other things they are doing to improve the vet industry

WANT TO LEARN MORE about Sophie’s Legacy? Check it out here:

Website: https://sophieslegacy.com/
Donate: https://sophieslegacy.com/campaigns/donate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophies.legacy
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SophiesLegacyAustralia

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S4 EP11: Returning my Pugs clothes pissed me off

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 09:05:00 GMT

If you’ve ever yelled at your screen during a failed online shopping spree, wrestled your pugs floof into a too-tight t-shirt or dress, or just wondered why no one makes clothes that actually fit pugs … you’re in the right place.

Today, we’re diving nose-first into the snorty story behind the Pugs n Stripes collection — what pissed me off enough to design my own line of pug-friendly fashion, what we fixed that other brands ignore, and how we turned a whole lotta frustration into one pugtastic solution.

In this episode we talk about:

01:35 What inspired the collection i.e. what pissed me off about shopping for my pugs?
03:12 How did you figure out what needed to be fixed? i.e. how many Pugs did we measure
04:30 How did you design the Pugs n Stripes Collection?
09:30 What were the mandatory things to be included in the design?
11:50 Why does the Pugs n Stripes outfits cost more than the clothes I can get at other shops, such as Kmart or my pet shop?
12:49 What makes you think you’re better than other dog apparel brands?

WANT TO LEARN MORE about the Pugs n Stripes Collection? Check it out here:

Website: https://pugparties.com/
Instagram: @pugparties
Facebook: @pugparties

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S4 EP10: What the floof is in this? Bone Appetit Puggies

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 09:03:00 GMT

Today we’re digging into a topic that affects every Puggie, every day: what the floof is in our Puggies food bowl. Because let’s face it — what we feed our pugs has a huge impact on their health, happiness, and those oh-so-charming snorts.

We’re talking about nutrition with a bonafide Animal Nutritionist Jackie Gowland from Functional Canine — not in a preachy or confusing way, but in a real, practical, “what do I actually put in the bowl?” kind of way. Whether you’re serving up kibble, raw, cooked, or somewhere in between, this episode is all about how you can boost the nutritional value of what you’re already using for your Puggie.

We’ll also be sharing real-life examples from two of our resident taste testers: Rosie, who battles reflux, and Kenji, whose tummy can be as sensitive as a Pug caught out in the rain.

You’ll hear how small food tweaks and a better understanding of ingredients can make a big difference for them — and I’m going to try it out and report back to you in a couple months to let you know how they’re going.

So grab a treat (for you or your pug — no judgment here), and let’s dive into how you can feed your pug with a little more understanding, and even more love.

In this episode we talk about:

04:05 Tell us a little bit about yourself and your fur-family
08:50 DID YOU KNOW: Tennis ball glue corrodes canine teeth
11:00 ‘Pet Fooled’ - a movie about kibble and biologically appropriate raw food (BARF)
12:30 Run through the different types of food - dry vs wet vs BARF food
23:00 How is dry food made and what goes into it to make it ‘shelf-stable’
30:50 How to read the nutrition label on canine food – dry, wet or BARF
36:30 DID YOU KNOW: Dry food can spoil and should be stored in the fridge
40:20 DID YOU KNOW: Did you know plastic can leech out of your plastic container into your dry food
42:30 How can you improve the nutritional content of your Pugs bowl when the basis of their meal is kibble
44:30: DID YOU KNOW: You should soak your Pugs kibble in water in the fridge overnight to avoid the kibble fermenting
46:10 What is your Pug’s body telling you when they’re ‘eating grass like a cow’
50:20 DID YOU KNOW: You shouldn’t feed your Pug cooked bones
53:30 DID YOU KNOW: High carbohydrate kibble spikes a Pug’s blood sugar
58:20 REAL LIFE EXAMPLE: What can we do for a Pug who has a sensitive tummy like Kenji
01:05:00 REAL LIFE EXAMPLE: What can we do for a Pug who has reflux like Rosie
01:13:00 How can we find you, learn more and engage your services

WANT TO LEARN MORE about Canine Nutrition? Check out all of Jackie’s guidance here:

Free handout link: https://www.intuitive-healing-hub.com/nutrition/make-your-dogs-food-better-booklet
Website: https://www.intuitive-healing-hub.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/functionalcanine/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/functionalcanine
PODCAST: https://open.spotify.com/show/0pHWoct6FS2dy8j8U5yxBh?si=5FZ8m8qvSiGmwrnFjYRanQ&nd=1&dlsi=fc858be9082f429f

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S4 EP09: Understanding Canine Anxiety; helping Pugs feel safe again

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 09:03:00 GMT

In this episode, we’re unpacking something that affects more Pugs than we often realise—canine anxiety and reactivity. From sudden reactivity on a walk to the silent worry that plays out behind big, brown eyes, anxiety in our Pugs isn’t always loud — but it is always worth understanding.

We’re so lucky to have our fur-end Sarah Rutten, canine behaviourist and author of the bestselling book The Canine Perspective, coming back on the show to help us break down exactly what anxiety and reactivity mean, how they show up in our Pugs, and most impawtantly, how to spot the early signs — like what’s behind that sudden freeze, or why your Pug growls at a stranger they’ve seen a dozen times before.

As always, Sarah brings both science and compassion to the conversation, helping us understand what’s really going on in our Pugs’ brains and bodies — and what we can do to help them feel safe again. Plus, there might be a Floyd the 5-month-old Pug bark or two in the mix as well!

If you’ve ever worried that your Pug is not coping or behaving strangely then this episode is for you.

In this episode we talk about:

03:15 Tell us about yourself and your fur-family
07:00 Fear imprint periods
08:22 What causes anxiety and are there different types of anxiety?
17:00 Confusing signs of anxiety – how easy it is to mistake your Pugs messages for something else
21:00 The difference between separation anxiety and anxiety
25:20 COVID Dogs – triggered by the hooman world and their Pawrent going back to work
27:00 The impawtance of being sub-threshold and how medication can help achieve that to then enable your Pug to then undertake de-sensitisation work
33:25 What is primary and secondary needs and why it’s impawtant to meet them to reduce the likelihood of anxiety development
38:15 How does reactivity and anxiety interact?
42:00 What should a Pug Pawrent do to help their Pug reduce their anxiety
50:35 How to recognise behaviour escalation
56:00 Where can you find Sarah to learn more or ask for help?

WANT TO LEARN MORE about The Canine Perspective or Force-free training Methods? Check out all of Sarah’s guidance here:

Website: https://www.thecanineperspective.com.au/
Book: https://www.thecanineperspective.com.au/the-canine-perspective-dog-training-book/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecanineperspective/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecanineperspective/

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S4 EP08: The Price of Pugfection (Part 2)

Sun, 08 Jun 2025 09:04:00 GMT

Welcome back, Pug Pawrents! If you tuned in to Part 1 of this special two-part series on Pug health and well-being, you’ll know we’ve been diving deep into what it really takes—emotionally, practically, and yes, financially—to keep our squishy-faced companions living their happiest, healthiest lives.

One of my biggest goals with the PUGCAST is to give you the kind of information that’s not only helpful, but honest—whether that’s through heartwarming stories from fellow Pawrents or expert advice from the pros.

And today, we’re back with Part 2 of our conversation with Chelsea the Vet Nurse, who is once again bringing her trademark mix of compassion and clinical smarts. This time, we’re tackling everything from adult Pug care through to their senior and geriatric years—those years filled with extra cuddles, extra naps, and yes… often extra vet visits.

From managing dental care to navigating mobility issues, this episode is all about helping you plan ahead and care with confidence—so you and your Pug can enjoy every single stage of the journey together.

In this episode we talk about:

03:17 The zoomie phase; what you’re in for when your Pug becomes an adult – BOAS, eyes, ears, nose folds
22:00 The slowing down phase; what you’re in for when your Pug becomes a Senior Pug – Senior Pug annual check, blood tests
26:45 The zen phase; what you’re in for when your Pug transitions to Geriatric – arthritis management, surgery restrictions/challenges
35:00 How to find Chelsea the Vet Nurse

Please note: prices quoted during the episode are estimates only and you should always speak to your Vet to get a more accurate quote for your Pug.

WANT TO LEARN MORE from Chelsea the Vet Nurse? Then you can find her here:

Website: https://thegooddogscookieclub.square.site/about
Instagram: @thegooddogscookieclub
Email: thegooddogscookieclub@gmail.com

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S4 EP07: The Price of Pugfection (Part 1)

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 09:04:00 GMT

One of my biggest goals for the PUGCAST is to give Pug Pawrents like you useful, reliable information to help you live your best Pug Life. Sometimes that means sharing real stories from fellow Pawrents, and other times it means bringing in the pros to chat about topics that are super impawtant — but don’t always come up during playgroup catch-ups.

That’s why I’ve been so excited to put together an episode focused entirely on Pug health and well-being — and yes, what it really costs to keep your squishy-faced bestie happy and healthy — from puppyhood all the way to their golden years.

Joining us is Chelsea the Vet Nurse, who brings not only expert knowledge but also a love for Squishy faces. She’s here to discuss all the impawtant health and well-being questions as well as share her wisdom to help you be practically and financially prepared for every snort and sneeze.

Now, there was so much to cover that I’ve split the episode into two parts, so you have plenty of time to take it all in. Part 1 dives into the early stages: from 8 weeks old through to 1 year — aka the puppy and adolescent phase. Part 2, which drops next week, will pick up from age one and cover adult, senior, and geriatric care.

In this episode we talk about:

05:50 Tell us a little bit about yourself Chelsea and your fur-family
09:00 Why is the relationship between the Vet team and the Pug-family so impawtant?
18:40 The cute phase; what you’re in for when your Pug Puppy comes home – initial Vet check/visit, vaccinations, microchipping and more
28:08 The demon phase; what you’re in for when your Pug Puppy hits adolescence – flea etc. treatment, de-sexing, dental care routines and training

Please note: prices quoted during the episode are estimates only and you should always speak to your Vet to get a more accurate quote for your Pug.

WANT TO LEARN MORE from Chelsea the Vet Nurse? Then you can find her here:

Website: https://thegooddogscookieclub.square.site/about
Instagram: @thegooddogscookieclub
Email: thegooddogscookieclub@gmail.com

WANNA JOIN US FOR YOUR VERY OWN EPISODE? Book your recording session here:

https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/ThePugLifeShowPUGCAST@NETORGFT4130927.onmicrosoft.com/bookings/

S4 EP06: The Canine Perspective

Sun, 18 May 2025 09:04:00 GMT

Today, I’m thrilled to welcome best-selling author and certified force-free trainer Sarah Rutten. If you’ve ever wondered how to deepen that magical bond with your Puggie without ever raising a voice, you’re in the right place. Sarah’s book The Canine Perspective is a treasure trove of compassionate, science-backed techniques—and she’s not just an expert on paper. She’s a bona fide Crazy Pug Lady, too, with over twenty years of hands-on experience wrangling, pampering, and learning from her own lovable “grumble.”

In this episode, we’ll fetch you pugtastic behavior hacks, dig into a bit of fun canine science, and swap heartwarming—and hilarious—Pug tales straight from Sarah’s home.

So, leash up, settle in, and get ready for a paw-sitively delightful chat you won’t want to snooze through!

In this episode I talk about:

02:40 Tell us a little bit about yourself, your work and your grumble
07:30 A shift in how Dog Guardians train and live with their dogs
09:40 What is force-free training?
12:15 Developing neural pathways with your Pug
13:30 How to achieve optimal learning?
16:00 Why do you have Pugs as a trainer?
18:30 The difference positive force-free training makes
20:00 What is a Pet Guardian?
24:25 Why asking a dog permission to engage sets you up for success
26:40 The concept of trigger stacking and how to recognise it
32:30 Why a growl is a gift
36:00 The importance of socialisation and the right kind of socialisation – the socialisation checklist
43:20 Is my Pug normal or just plain weird?
49:10 When is it ok to say, this is not normal and what to do
51:30 Barking is just Pug talking
54:30 Being Pug tragic
57:45 How do we find you and your book?

WANT TO LEARN MORE about The Canine Perspective or Force-free training Methods? Check out his adoption profile here:

Website: https://www.thecanineperspective.com.au/
Book: https://www.thecanineperspective.com.au/the-canine-perspective-dog-training-book/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecanineperspective/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecanineperspective/

WANNA JOIN US FOR YOUR VERY OWN EPISODE? Book your recording session here:

https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/ThePugLifeShowPUGCAST@NETORGFT4130927.onmicrosoft.com/bookings/

S4 EP05: Living with a Blind Pug

Sun, 04 May 2025 09:00:01 GMT

And speaking of Buster the Blind Rescue Pug… today’s episode is all about our pawsome foster boy and the incredible journey we’ve shared. 🐶💛

Buster is the first blind Pug I’ve ever had the honour of living with, and let me tell you—it’s been eye-opening in all the best ways. From learning how he navigates the world to understanding his needs, it’s been a truly special and educational experience.

In this episode, I’ll share Buster’s story, what it’s really like to live with a blind Pug, and offer some tips for others who might be on a similar path. Because as we all know, every Pug is unique—and the Pug Life is all about living it together, one tail wag at a time. 💖🐾

In this episode I talk about:

02:55 Buster’s story – Blind and going deaf
06:50 It’s the Hooman’s job to accommodate the Blind Pug’s needs
09:00 The impawtance of routine
11:30 Mastering/managing the house renovations
14:15 Walking Buster’s way
17:10 Teaching ‘obedience’ tricks to a Blind/deaf Pug
20:50 How to pat a Blind Pug
22:18 Buster’s safe space
23:55 General Blind Pug/dog advice

WANT TO LEARN MORE about adopting Buster the Blind Rescue Pug? Check out his adoption profile here:

Website: https://www.pugrescue.org.au/adopt-buster/
Buster on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/p/DIdEGY3zUfZ/
Insta: @PugRescueVic
Facebook: @PugRescueVic

WANNA JOIN US FOR YOUR VERY OWN EPISODE? Book your recording session here:

https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/ThePugLifeShowPUGCAST@NETORGFT4130927.onmicrosoft.com/bookings/

S4 EP 04: Furry Tales with PD the Pug 🐾🎙️

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 09:00:01 GMT

Call me a big kid, but I absolutely love children’s books—especially ones about pugs! There’s something magical about diving into a simpler world, where I can easily imagine my own pug as the star of the story.

PD the Pug (with a little help from his mommy Marilee) has been busy turning beloved fairy tales into pawsome furry-tail adventures. You can just picture PD right in the middle of all the fun and what I love most is that while the stories are playful and full of PD charm, they still hold onto timeless messages that feel just as relevant today.

And is why Furry Fairy Tails; PD The Pug's Bedtime Stories is now my favourite PD book

In this episode we talked about:

06:10 My favourite Furry Fairy Tails
06:30 Tell us all about yourself, PD the Pug and his first 4 books
12:45 How did you come up with the concept for the Furry Fairy Tails
14:35 What Fairy Tales didn’t make it?
15:50 The appearance of the Secret Fawn Girl Pug
18:30 Did PD need to dress up in costume to get in character for the book?
21:00 PD modelling his Pug Parties outfits
26:50 The appearance of PD’s arch-nemesis Ralph
30:10 How do you get a book from idea to selling, including the development of each illustration?
39:00 Does PD sign his own books at book signings?
40:00 Win a copy of your very own Furry Fairy Tails; PD The Pug's Bedtime Stories
43:05 Where can you buy the book and when is the next book signing in the US?

WANT TO LEARN MORE about the PD the Pug? Check out their website and socials here:

Website: https://www.pdthepugproductions.com/
Insta: @pd.the.pug
Facebook: @pdthepug
Email: pdthepug@gmail.com
Amazon: https://amzn.asia/d/f7ygCbz

WIN YOUR VERY WON COPY OF FURRY FAIRY TAILS; PD THE PUG’S BEDTIME STORIES

To win a signed copy of PD the Pug’s 5^th Book - Furry Fairy Tails; PD The Pug's Bedtime Stories all you need to do is:

1. subscribe to the Pug Life Show in your favourite PODCAST Host and leave a review, or

2. leave a comment over in our Facebook Group, the Pug Life Show PUGCAST.

The giveaway will run until the 20 April 2025 (Australian time) and then we’ll draw a random name out of a hat and PD will send you your pawsonally signed copy of the book!

WANNA JOIN US FOR YOUR VERY OWN EPISODE? Book your recording session here:

https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/ThePugLifeShowPUGCAST@NETORGFT4130927.onmicrosoft.com/bookings/

S4 EP03: Pug & Seek; Microchips, Lost Paws, and Happy Reunions 🐾🎙️

Sun, 23 Mar 2025 08:00:00 GMT

If there’s one thing that gets me every time, it’s a heartwarming ‘Puggily Ever-After’—whether it’s a rescue pug finding their forever family or a lost pug making their way back home. Just the thought of that joyful reunion gets me teary-eyed and makes my heart skip a beat! ❤️🐾

So, when I had the chance to chat with Dr. Doug Black about one of Australia’s largest pet registries, I couldn’t say no! In this episode, we’re diving into the world of microchipping and the incredible role it plays in reuniting lost pugs (and other beloved pets) with their humans. 🎙️🐶

In this episode I’ll cover:

02:30 Tell us a little bit about yourself and the Central Animal Records (CARs) registry
06:50 CAR’s recovery statistics
16:20 Legal requirement for your Pet to be microchipped and registered
17:07 Reliable methods of ownership proof
19:20 What is happening with Homesafe ID registered Pets?
21:00 What is Pet Address?
24:20 CARs annual reminder service
27:30 Homesafe ID database access cut-off details
30:45 What Pets can be microchipped?
35:30 What are some of the common way’s Pet can get lost?
43:30 Pet reunion stories - thanks to their microchip
51:30 The CARs APP and what it does for Pawrents
57:15 How do we find you?

WANT TO LEARN MORE about the Central Animal Records registry? Check out their website and socials here:

Website: https://car.com.au/
Insta: @CentralAnimalRecords
Facebook: @CentralAnimalRecordsAustralia
Email: info@car.com.au
Phone: 03 9706 3187

WANNA JOIN US FOR YOUR VERY OWN EPISODE? Book your recording session here:

https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/ThePugLifeShowPUGCAST@NETORGFT4130927.onmicrosoft.com/bookings/

S4 EP02: Pug Tattoos; an enduring memorial

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 19:00:00 GMT

Have you ever considered memorialising your Pug or Puggies by getting a tattoo? I already have one tattoo from my Navy days, and I always thought that I’d get more but life just got in the way and I’m now thinking that it’s time to change that – the big question is, what do I get?

I have been a Pug-mum to five Pugs in the last 20 years, not counting the Rescue Puggies I have been blessed to foster, and I’m wondering if I will have enough “body canvas” to fit them and future Pugs in if I choose a particular type or size of tattoo.

So, to help me with my decision, I invited Tattoo Artist, Sarah Tavilla to come on the Show and talk about her work and what are the most popular tattoo’s for Pawrents.

In this episode I’ll cover:

02:15 Tell us about yourself and your fur-family
03:15 Tell us about how you came to becoming an animal portrait artist
06:40 A happy Pug Pawrent customer story
08:30 Reason’s why a Pawrent gets a Pet Pawtrait
11:20 What is the favoured tattoo style?
14:40 Describe the process from start to final tattoo on your skin
19:10 Describe how a Pawrent can take the pawfect photo of their pet for their pawtrait
24:30 What is the main reason why people come to you to get a tattoo?
27:00 What is the most interesting tattoo request you’ve ever had?
28:50 What is the most popular portrait style?
32:00 Do you have a favourite tattoo?
33:00 How long does the tattoo take?
34:15 Where can we find you?

WANT TO LEARN MORE about Sarah Tavilla’s work? Check out their website and socials here:

Website: https://www.sarahtavilla.com/
Insta: @sarah_tavilla
Email: info.sarahtavilla@gmail.com

WANNA JOIN US FOR YOUR VERY OWN EPISODE? Book your recording session here:

https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/ThePugLifeShowPUGCAST@NETORGFT4130927.onmicrosoft.com/bookings/

S4 EP01: The Purple Poppy

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 08:00:01 GMT

World War and Service Animal Day is a couple of weeks away, on the 24 February to be exact, and ashamedly as a veteran myself I didn’t know about this very impawtant day or what the Purple Poppy was until I meet some of the team at the Dog Lovers Show.

Needless to say, after that enlightening conversation and the purchase of a couple of Purple Poppies for myself and Andrew to wear alongside our Red Poppies I invited the President of the Australian War Animal Memorial Organisation, Nigel Allsop, to come onto the show and talk to me about what it is AWAMO does, what does the Purple Poppy represent, as well as tell me about the first recipient of the Australian and New Zealand Distinctive Animal Distinguished Service Medal to be awarded this year on 24 February at the Australian War Memorial.

In this episode I’ll cover:

02:30 Tell us about yourself and the Australian War Animal Memorial Organisation
03:00 What animals are recognised by AWAMO
06:30 The impawtance of animal mascots and what they did/do for their Units
11:00 The World War and Service Animal Day – 24 Feb
12:00 Policy changes on the return of animals from operational zones
15:00 The countries who commemorate World War and Service Animal Day
16:45 How can you find a local Animal Memorial?
18:40 Purple Poppy Garden at the Victorian Shrine of Remembrance
20:00 Purple Poppy Appeal and what it pays for – veterinary services for retired animals and care packages
25:45 Where can you buy a Purple Poppy?
28:30 The Pozieres Memorial and future International Memorials
33:40 Awards for War and Service Animals – 2025 recipient and how you could qualify for one of two categories
41:00 Blue Cross for Animals Award - The story behind ‘Digger the Bulldog’
44:25 How can you help support AWAMO and their work?

WANT TO LEARN MORE about the Purple Poppy Appeal and the Australian War Animal Memorial Organisation? Check out their website and socials here:

Website: https://www.purplepoppies.com.au/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/purplepoppies/
Email: info@purplepoppies.com.au

Website: https://awamo.org.au/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AustralianWarAnimalMemorialOrganisation/
Email: info@awamo.org.au

WANNA JOIN US FOR YOUR VERY OWN EPISODE? Book your recording session here:

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S4 EP00: An Open Invitation to Pawty with Us

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 08:00:00 GMT

🎙️🐾 Season 4 of The Pug Life Show is here! 🐾🎙️ We’ve got some tail-waggingly pawsome guests lined up, and we’re sniffing around for more! 🐶✨

Tune in to the first PUGCAST episode of the season to find out how YOUR Pug can shine like the superstar they are by becoming a guest on the Show. 🌟🐾

Because every Puggie has a story worth sharing, and we can’t wait to meet YOU! 🎧💖

In this episode I’ll cover:

02:08 Why we started the Pug Life Show PUGCAST in the first place
04:15 What does it take to make a PUGCAST Episode from start to finish
08:45 Comments from past Guests
10:15 Debunking common fears stopping Pawrents from coming on the Show

WANNA JOIN US FOR YOUR VERY OWN EPISODE? Book your recording session here:

https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/ThePugLifeShowPUGCAST@NETORGFT4130927.onmicrosoft.com/bookings/

S3 EP12: Happy PUGMAS

Sun, 22 Dec 2024 08:00:00 GMT

Dear Santa Paws, all I want for Christmas is endless belly rubs, tasty treats, and a cozy lap to nap on #PugmasWishes

❤️ 🐶 🎄 🐾

In our last PUGCAST for Season 3, we wanted to share with you the Top 5 most downloaded episodes, our plans for 2025, and our personal PUGMAS wish for you this year.

In this episode I’ll cover:

03:39 Top 5 Episodes for Season 3
10:29 Our 2025 Plans
12:54 Our PUGMAS wish for you

AND don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter at https://bit.ly/thepuglifeshow as well, so you get advance notice of our next episode and if you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group - The Pug Life Show PUGCAST (https://bit.ly/PugLifeShowGrumble) where Crazy Pug Pawrents meet to talk all things pug.

S3 EP11 BONUS: Pug Rescue Christmas wishes

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 08:00:00 GMT

Last week I spoke to Jo from Pug Rescue and Adoption Victoria about the work they do and the Puggie lives they save … not to mention the puggily ever after stories they get a front row seat too when a resuce puggie gets their wish of being adopted by a loving family.

So this week, Jo kindly agreed to pop back on the PUGCAST and talk about the Christmas wishes three rescue puggies have asked SantaPaws to grant, and how you might be able to help SantaPaws grant those wishes

*Please note that the audio does experience a little bit of feedback during the episode that we couldn’t edit out without affecting the conversation :(

Want to skip ahead, this is where to find the topics we discussed in the PUGCAST:

03:10 Cindy’s Christmas wish from SantaPaws
09:30 Mercay’s Christmas wish from SantaPaws
15:45 Abby’s Christmas wish from SantaPaws
19:11 Give a donation as a Christmas Gift on someone’s behalf

Get to know our Rescue Puggies better:

Cindy - https://www.pugrescue.org.au/adopt-cindy/
Mercay - https://www.pugrescue.org.au/adopt-mercay/
Abby - https://www.instagram.com/p/DBQywBlT60R/

Want to learn more about Pug Rescue and Adoption Victori:

Adoption Process: https://www.pugrescue.org.au/adoption/
Donation Options: https://www.pugrescue.org.au/donations/
Website: www.pugrescue.org.au
Facebook: www.facebook.com/PugRescueVic
Instagram: www.instagram.com/pugrescuevic

S3 EP11: Pug Rescue and Adoption Victoria

Sun, 08 Dec 2024 08:00:00 GMT

Many years ago, when I rescued my first pug Winston a.k.a Fatdog through a local Vet who was doing everything they could to save the life of a little black pug whose only crime was that his family no longer wanted him and thought it was better to ‘put him down’ than find a loving home, did I realise just how naive I was about the world of pugs.

Which is why today’s episode is so important to me – today I’m talking to Joanna from Pug Rescue and Adoption Victoria, a volunteer community foster care network that rehabilitates Pugs, and Frenchies when the need arises, so that they find their fur-ever loving family and to never have to face the possibility of being ‘put down’ because their owners don’t want to help them find a loving home.

Want to skip ahead, this is where to find the topics we discussed in the PUGCAST:

03:00 Tell us about yourself and your fur-family
05:30 When did Pug Rescue and Adoption Victoria start
11:05 Pug Rescue and Adoption Victoria’s Philosophy
15:45 How do you pay for all of the work you do?
20:15 What is the difference between a rescue, a pound and a shelter?
22:30 Why is Pug Rescue and Adoption Victoria a community foster care network?
27:55 Advice on getting a Pug for Christmas
30:45 Why Pug/family matching is so important
34:35 Adoption process
41:40 How can you help Pug Rescue and Adoption Victoria

Want to learn more or become a member:

Website: www.pugrescue.org.au
Facebook: www.facebook.com/PugRescueVic
Instagram: www.instagram.com/pugrescuevic

S3 EP10: Finding your pawfect Pet Professional match

Sun, 24 Nov 2024 08:00:00 GMT

Today I am talking to Sarah, the President of the Pet Professionals Guild Australia, about the services they provide the Fur-pawrent community and why they do it.

Now I know the name sounds very officious and I would understand you thinking that today’s conversation might be a little dry, but I’m telling you it’s neither; it’s fascinating and very informative.

Not only is the PPGA a trusted location to find Pet Professionals who believe in and embody force free, humane training and pet care methods, they are also a huge repository of information about the many baffling things our Pugs/Pets do that needs explaining in a simple easily digestible way that is also fact checked which we know is not always the case with other websites.

Want to skip ahead, this is where to find the topics we discussed in the PUGCAST:

01:58 How did I find the PPGA?
03:39 Meet Sarah the PPGA President and her fur-family
04:40 How did the PPGA start and how does it serve the Pet Community?
09:35 Who gives the Pet Owners webinars and what are their qualifications?
11:17 The ‘Advice for Pet Owners’ resource
16:50 Can you contact an expert for advice?
17:30 The Pet Professional Directory – Nation-wide coverage – what is included and what isn’t?
20:20 The Pet Owner Membership benefits
21:40 PPGA Sponsorship Programs – anyone interested in becoming a Pet Professional can apply for a scholarship
27:30 Segue - There is such a thing as ‘cat training’?
30:05 How often does the PPGA update its website listings?
32:20 Who writes the website articles and are they ‘peer reviewed’?
34:30 Events that you can meet PPGA staff in person
53:00 Can anyone join the PPGA?
41:48 Where can we find the PPGA?

Want to learn more or become a member:

Website: https://www.ppgaustralia.net.au/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PetprofessionalguildAus
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petprofessionalguildaus/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pet-professional-guild-australia/

S3 EP 09: PD The Pug

Sun, 10 Nov 2024 08:00:00 GMT

There is a saying that goes “everyone has a book inside of them” and who knew that included Pugs!

Now it’s not often I get to meet a multi-talented Pug such as PD the Pug; pug-author and all round cute snaggle-toothed boy pug, but thankfully he agreed to come on the Show to not only talk about himself and his pawsomeness (or should I say, have his Pug-mom Marilee talk about his pawsomeness), but to also talk about his books – the fourth having been released this year and my personal favourite – ‘A Star is Born!; PD the Pug on the Silver Screen.

In this episode I’ll cover:

02:42 What inspired you to become a Pug-Pawrent?
07:08 Tell us a little bit about yourself and PD; how did you meet??
24:54 Describe PD’s Pawsonality and share the naughty traits that you love the most and might not be in his books
35:07 Tell us all about PD’s writing career and his four books – what inspired him to become an author noting the many careers he tried in Book 3 ‘Working like a …Dog’.
43:50 Are we ever going to meet PD’s ‘secret fawn girl pug crush’?
49:26 We really want to know about PD’s ‘under the stairs house’ and his ‘kitchen bench nook’
55:34 Tell us about PD’s recent collaboration with the Rainbow Bridge Hospice
57:14 How can our listeners find PD the Pug and his books?

If you liked the episode, or if you think it'll be useful for someone else, please leave a review on your PODCAST streaming service.

You can either quickly hit the 5 stars if you're busy, or if you have a few extra minutes hit 5 stars and tell us what you think.

By leaving us a review, not only will we know what you like or not like about the Show, other Puggies will be able to find us more easily and they can join in on the fun as well, YEAH!

Don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter at https://bit.ly/thepuglifeshow, so you get advance notice of our next episode and if you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinthepuglife/) where Crazy Pug Pawrents meet to talk all things pug.

S3 EP08: Essential Oils for Pugs

Sun, 27 Oct 2024 08:00:00 GMT

Our episode today is one that I have wanted to do for some time now because I know so little about essential oils, but I love having them in my life. I love burning scented candles in my office and my home, I love a relaxing bath with some relaxing salts and an occasional visit from Rosie and Kenji checking up on me to make sure I haven’t forgotten them or dinner time, and I love running my diffuser when I don’t have a candle.

The challenge is that I know enough about essential oils to know that some are not good for our furry fur-ends, but not enough to know what is good, what is bad and what combination is best for me and the Puggies … so you can see why I asked Libby to join me on the Show to dispel the myth, provide the fact and even give me a little advice about that little thing called anxiety which we all know Kenji suffers from.

In this episode I’ll cover:

- 03:00 Tell us a little bit about yourself and your fur-family
- 05:02 What inspired you to learn more about essential oils specifically for pets?
- 05:57 What are the “don’t” with essential oils and why?
- 13:59 Talk us through the oils that are safe for Pugs and what can they do for them?
- 22:48 Explain the different methods of application – diffuser, petting, ear tipping or paws.
- 33:24 Listener offer
- 36:22 How can our listeners find you?

Libby has provided us with a special link that you can use to purchase oils for your Pug at a reduced price and get access to ongoing support and education, YEAH! So check it out https://doterra.me/0Z-qLs and let us know how you go.

Want to know more about Essential Oils, then you can find Libby here:

Website www.theessentialawareness.com
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/libbytheessentialawareness
Email libby@theessentialawareness.com

If you liked the episode, or if you think it'll be useful for someone else, please leave a review on your PODCAST streaming service.

You can either quickly hit the 5 stars if you're busy, or if you have a few extra minutes hit 5 stars and tell us what you think.

By leaving us a review, not only will we know what you like or not like about the Show, other Puggies will be able to find us more easily and they can join in on the fun as well, YEAH!

Don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter at https://bit.ly/thepuglifeshow, so you get advance notice of our next episode and if you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinthepuglife/) where Crazy Pug Pawrents meet to talk all things pug.

S3 EP07: What would a Puggie need with a treadmill?

Sun, 13 Oct 2024 08:00:00 GMT

I would understand if you thought to yourself on seeing the title of this PUGCAST, what would a Puggie need with a treadmill especially when I titled it “What would a Puggie need with a treadmill?”. However, when I came across this treadmill earlier this year, it made me think of my first Pug Louis, aka Fatdog and how he could have benefitted from a treadmill like this when we needed to get his weight down.

In this episode I’ll cover:

01:30 What would a Puggie need with a treadmill?
03:39 Tell us a little bit about yourself and
04:58 What was the inspiration?
06:07 Describe the treadmills and why it compliments a puggie walk
17:02 Can it be used outside?
20:53 What treadmill would you recommend for a Pug?
22:44 Where can we find Chase Pro Treadmills

Want to know more about Chase Pro Treadmills, then you can find them here:

Website https://www.chase-pro.com/
Facebook @chaseprodogtreadmills
Instagram @chaseprodogtreadmills
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaLH6ogHQGnZx8gDCqtm8aA

If you liked the episode, or if you think it'll be useful for someone else, please leave a review on your PODCAST streaming service.

You can either quickly hit the 5 stars if you're busy, or if you have a few extra minutes hit 5 stars and tell us what you think.

By leaving us a review, not only will we know what you like or not like about the Show, other Puggies will be able to find us more easily and they can join in on the fun as well, YEAH!

Don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter at https://bit.ly/thepuglifeshow, so you get advance notice of our next episode and if you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinthepuglife/) where Crazy Pug Pawrents meet to talk all things pug.

S3 EP06: My Experience with Emotional Learning

Sun, 22 Sep 2024 09:00:00 GMT

Our last episode was an interview with Dr Dennis Wormald who wrote a book called ‘A Dedication to Difficult Dogs; A heartwarming tale shedding light on Canine Mental Health’ and if you haven’t listened to it yet, I highly recommend you do before listening to this episode.

Why you might ask? well in this episode I’m going to share with you how I have fared so far, using the knowledge I have gained from reading the book and talking to Dr Dennis on the PUGCAST, so you get a first-hand account of putting some of the lessons into practice and seeing/hearing my results so far so you can judge for yourself if you’d like to purchase the book and put it into practice yourself.

In this episode I’ll cover:

03:05 What I loved about the book
05:35 What happened during a 'Big Dog' encounter
10:10 What I did differently after the 'Big Dog' encounter noting I had read the book
12:40 Introducing a Rescue Puggie to my home
20:30 Working with a Blind Rescue Pug with my new knowledge

Want to know more about Canine Mental Health, then you can find the Dr Dennis and purchase his book here:

Website https://www.abadog.com/dennis
Facebook @abadog.com.au
YouTube @abadog
X (Twitter) @denniswormald

PLUS: you can listen to his PUGCAST episode (S3 EP05 Shedding light on Canine Mental Health) on your favourite POGCAST Host, such as Apple PODCAST

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S3 EP05: Shedding Light on Canine Mental Health

Sun, 08 Sep 2024 09:00:00 GMT

It’s not often that I gush about a book of any kind, so when I do come across a book that I not only enjoy reading but I also get a lot out of when it comes to understanding my Puggies I gush to everyone, and then I ask for the author to come onto the Pug Life Show so we can talk about it in detail.

Dr Dennis Wormald’s book ‘A Dedication to Difficult Dogs; A heartwarming tale shedding light on Canine Mental Health’ is a must read for every Pug-Pawrent out there. It doesn’t matter if your Pug has anxiety or not, this book helped me understand what might be going on in Rosie and Kenji’s heads (not to mention the rescue Puggies I care for) on a daily basis and thanks to that, I feel like I’m a better Pug-mom for it.

In this episode I’ll cover:

07:40 Tell us a little bit about yourself and your fur-family.
09:20 What inspired you to focus on dog mental health and then write a book about it?
16:30 Tell me about anthropomorphism - explain what it is and how it affects our relationship with our Pugs.
29:00 Why is it so important for us as Pug Pawrents to learn how to interpret our Pugs behaviour, and where do we get it wrong?
44:40 Talk about a Pugs incredible sense of smell
52:20 Let’s talk about emotional learning vs operant learning/punishment – why is one better than the other and why is it so important to learn the difference
62:50 How can our listeners find you?

Want to know more about Canine Mental Health, then you can find them here:

Website https://www.abadog.com/dennis
Facebook @abadog.com.au
YouTube @abadog
X (Twitter) @denniswormald

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S3 EP04: The Kindest Goodbye

Sun, 25 Aug 2024 09:00:00 GMT

This conversation was one that I wished I had had 18-months ago when Charles passed – to be able to have Charles at home with us as we said goodbye to him wouldn’t have made the decision any easier, but it would have made the process so much more private.

I’m not saying that the process at a Vet isn’t compassionate or thoughtful, but not having to walk out into a waiting room full of heathy dogs with my cheeks still wet from crying to pay the final bill is a much better way to start the grieving process.

I know that when the time comes, I will be giving Rosie and Kenji the opportunity to say goodbye from the comfort of our home, and I think you will be considering it too once you listen to what Dr Tom Milton from ‘The Kindest Goodbye’ shares in the episode.

In this episode I’ll cover:

03:05 Tell us a little bit about yourself and your fur-family
04:40 What inspired you to start The Kindest Goodbye?
12:00 The process
16:20 Without sounding crass, what is the best part about The Kindest Goodbye?
20:38 What is the difference between your service and going to a Vet/funeral home?
27:20 Can you talk us through your ‘Quality of Life’ scale
38:10 Where are you located
38:50 What is next for your business that our listeners need to be aware of, if relevant?
41:00 How can our listeners find you?

Want to know more about The Kindest Goodbye, then you can find them here:

Website https://www.thekindestgoodbye.com.au
Facebook @thekindestgoodbye
Instagram @thekindestgoodbye

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S3 EP03: What's in a (Puggies) Name

Sun, 11 Aug 2024 09:00:00 GMT

Have you ever wondered what your Puggie’s name says about you or your Puggie Pawrent friend? Well let me tell you, I asked myself that question after my conversation with Gurvinder about Espresso and Martini, two fabulous Puggie names, and I ended up down a rabbit hole reading a multitude of articles (yes I’m not the only one who has thought about this apparently) and I thought I would share some of the more interesting things I discovered in my reading journey about what is in a Puggies name.

In this episode I’ll cover:

05:05 A little bit of history of pet names
06:40 An interesting French naming convention for dogs
08:40 What does your Pets name say about you
17:15 Popular pet names of 2024

Articles referenced in the PUGCAST:

https://www.forbes.com/2010/02/25/dog-name-owners-lifestyle-what-your-dogs-name-says-about-you_slide.html

https://archcreekanimalclinic.com/pet-names/

https://slate.com/life/2024/05/dog-baby-names-boy-girl-best-pets.html

https://www.thedodo.com/amphtml/dogs-name-says-about-you-1299743736.html

https://au.news.yahoo.com/obsessed-strange-rule-dog-names-153257089.html

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S3 EP02: Meet Espresso and Martini

Sun, 28 Jul 2024 09:00:01 GMT

It’s our first Pug interview for 2024 and it’s a PAWSOME one; how could you not love it when we’re talking to pugs with names that said in quick succession mean a tasty ‘adults only’ drink …. Espresso Martini! I can only imagine how much fun Gurvinder, their Pug-mom has calling their names when they’re running a amok at WhittlePug.

I think you’re going to love getting to know how Martini and Espresso got their names, and I think you’ll also be very interested to hear all about Espresso’s IVDD and how Gurvinder is managing it, so make sure that you listen all the way to the end.

In this episode I’ll cover:

01:56 How did Espresso and Martini get their names
30:05 What is IVDD and how are you managing
37:50 What inspired you to become a Pug-mom
46:09 What is Artsy Brown Lady and who is the Pug on the front of the ‘Pug Life’ t-shirt
51:15 How can our listeners find you

Want to know more about Artsy Brown Lady or Espresso and Martini, then you can find them here:

Instagram @espressomartinithepugs
Website https://www.artsybrownlady.com/shop
Facebook @artsybrownlady
Instagram @artsybrownlady
Pinterest @artsybrownlady

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S3 EP01: Playing Indoors at Bark Park

Sun, 07 Jul 2024 09:00:00 GMT

So, recently I had the pleasure of discovering Melbourne’s first and only Indoor Dog Park with Rosie, Kenji and their Foster Sister and Brother Roxie and Wally, and boy did we have a great time! I’m not sure I saw their bodies move for the rest of the day when we finally got home they were so PUGGERED but it is a testament to the work that Charnelle has put into creating this amazing space for our fur-children.

So if you’re looking for a safe alternative to an outdoor dog park that has separate play areas for small and large dogs … not to mention the fact that you don’t have to worry about rain, wind or hail, then I think today’s PUGCAST might be just what you’re looking for this winter.

In this episode I’ll cover:

02:22 Tell us about yourself and your fur-family
07:30 12-year-old Dog-mum
12:24 How her puppies got their names
16:38 What was the inspiration for Bark Park
21:25 Describe the play areas of Bark Park
24:41 Why have a café at bark Park
26:40 The Bark Park play equipment
31:51 Where can we find Bark Park?
32:20 Coming events at Bark Park

Want to know more about Bark Park, then you can find them here:

Website https://www.barkpark.com.au/
Facebook @barkparkplaycentre
Instagram @barkpark_
Ticktok @barkpark_

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S3 EP00: What’s in store for 2024

Sun, 07 Jul 2024 09:00:00 GMT

So, at the end of 2023, Rosie, Kenji and I had big plans for 2024 including a pugtastic season for the Pug Life Show … then the Pug Life happened, and we find ourselves curly tail deep in family and puggie emergencies (everyone is ok now so breathe a sigh of relief!) and we had started to work on our first Pug-specific clothing line and we all of a sudden found ourselves with no time left to keep in touch regularly on our socials or work on the PUGCAST – horrific I know!

I promise you that we slowly chipped away at our to do list and we found some amazing Hooman’s and Puggies to invite onto the Show this year, and although the year is half over, we’re going to deliver 12 episodes as planned at the end of 2023. That means you get a new PUGCAST in your inbox every two weeks! That’s right, we’re releasing a new PUGCAST episode on the 2^nd and 4^th Sunday of the month and we know that you’re going to love the line-up we have panned.

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S2 EP12: What is wrong with my Pug?

Sun, 10 Dec 2023 09:00:00 GMT

Meet Pug-mom Rachel and her beautiful little girl Agatha, whom you’ll be able to hear snoozing, or should I say snoring, throughout the episode in that ever-so-cute little style that only a Puggie can.

This is a wonderful joyful episode about Agatha, how they met and what their Pug Life has been like – especially the anecdote about their bonding within minutes of meeting which I am sure you can relate to. And then there is the question that Rachel had for me … What is wrong with my Pug”?

So you’ll have to listen to the episode to find out what was ‘wrong’ with Agatha!

In this episode I’ll cover:

· 01:40 Being a Pug Hypochondriac and realising that Agatha is going grey.

· 03:20 The lovely story behind meeting Agatha, and the puppy scam that almost stopped them from meeting.

· 04:35 Bonding with Agatha … their first 10 minutes together.

· 06:00 Daphne the Rescue Cat and her influence over Agatha.

· 07:30 Agatha’s toilet training by Daphne.

· 11:20 Agatha’s ‘object of delight’.

· 15:00 Agatha’s love of the ‘R’ word.

· 16:00 Agatha’s eating noises.

· 18:20 Agatha’s alien behaviour with claw clipping.

· 22:00 Agatha’s ‘etiquette’ training.

· 25:00 Mum the bouncy castle.

· 26:00 Agatha’s interested noise.

· 27:00 Agatha is stupid clever.

· 31:00 What do well behaved Pugs look like.

· 32:00 Agatha loves anything black.

· 34:15 Agatha’s first holiday preparation.

· 35:45 Agatha the sleepy nugget.

· 38:30 Agatha the cult leader.

· 41:00 Agatha’s impersonation of the Titanic move.

· 42:10 What’s wrong with my Pug? (no shame)

· 45:00 Ladies don’t run Mother

· 47:00 Pug-ancini ball

· 48:30 The Cat’s toy

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S2 EP11: Bringing Pug Puggies into the World

Sun, 12 Nov 2023 09:00:00 GMT

Have you ever wondered where Pug Puppies come from? LOL! Or have you ever wondered what it’s like to be surrounded by Pug Puppies, opening their eyes for the first time, taking their first wobbly sets, receiving that first bite from their razor-sharp baby teeth?

Well, you are in for a treat Puggies, because I am talking to Joy Morgan from Benasi Park Pugs who has bread Pugs for more years than I think she’s like to admit too and she kindly agreed to answer all of my questions about what it’s like breeding Pugs and being the first Pug-mom to so many Pug Puppies.

In this episode I’ll cover:

· 02:00 How long have you been breeding Pugs and what inspired you to breed Pugs?

· 04:12 What is it about breeding Pugs that appeals to you?

· 05:15 What is the difference between a registered and unregistered breeder?

· 06:20 What does a breeder have to do to be registered?

· 07:50 What’s the most difficult thing about breeding a Pug?

· 09:20 What happens to a Puppy from birth to going to their new fur-family?

· 10:50 When do Puppies open their eyes for the first time and when do they start crawling, walking and running?

· 12:30 What do you feed the Puppies once they’ve weened?

· 13:20 When do the Puppies start their rough and tumble?

· 14:00 When you a potential Pug Pawrent visit a Breeder?

· 17:00 How often do the Puppies feed in the early days?

· 20:30 What should you be asking a breeder before you commit to buying a Puppy?

· 23:00 What can you expect to pay for a Pug Puppy?

· 25:20 What are the technical names for the Mummy Pug and Daddy Pug?

· 26:40 Discussing Pug breeding myths – are Black Pugs a throwback or can you breed a Black Pup with Black parents?

· 28:50 Discussing Pug breeding myths – Are Black Pugs always a single coat?

· 30:00 Discussing Pug breeding myths – The origins of the single coat and double coat Pugs?

· 32:00 Discussing Pug breeding myths - How often should a Mummy Pug breed?

· 34:00 Discussing Pug breeding myths – How old can Daddy Pug be before he stops breeding?

· 35:30 Joy’s stud name

· 37:35 What are the signs that Mummy Pug is ready to give birth?

· 39:45 Where should a Hooman go to find a reputable registered breeder?

· 41:30 Where do you NOT go to find a breeder?

· 44:15 What to look for if you’re buying a Puppy on Gumtree?

Would you like to talk to Joy? Then please send her a message via our Facebook Group, Livin’ the Pug Life.

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S2 EP10: Trick or Treaties; being PUGOWEEN ready

Sun, 08 Oct 2023 09:00:00 GMT

OH MY PUG, IT’S PUGOWEEN TIME!!! It’s my favourite Pug event of the year (closely followed by PUGMAS) and if you’re new to PUGOWEEN then I am sure it’ll be yours by the time I’m finished too.
PUGOWEEN is held all over the world by Pug Pawrents who just wanna have fun with their Pugs, dress up in costumes and most impawtantly, raise much needed funds for Pug Rescue groups.
So sit back and relax as I talk to you about PUGOWEEN and how you can get involved no matter where you are or what you’re doing.
In this episode I’ll cover:
·      01:22 What is PUGOWEEN?
·      03:30 What can you expect at a PUGOWEEN event?
·      06:50 What sort of costume should I get for PUGOWEEN?
·      10:00 Dressing tips
·      11:30 General advice on preparing for and enjoying the day
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S2 EP09: What does Father's Day mean to a Pug Father?

Sun, 10 Sep 2023 09:00:00 GMT

It’s the week after Father’s Day and Pug-father’s around the world will have hopefully enjoyed the day doing things that only a Pug-dad can with their Puggies. So, in honour of all our Pug-dad’s this episode is dedicated to you.
We’re talking to a Single Pug Father of four Puggies about what Father’s Day means to him, and we’ll of course being talking about his grumble and what makes them so special.
So please join me as I talk to Grant about his pawsome grumble, Alfie, Ella, Nitro and Angel
In this episode we'll talk about:
· 01:10 Single Pug-father to four Pugs.
·      02:10 Meet the Ella, Alfie, Nitro and Angel.
·      07:33 Alfie’s beautiful pawsonality.
·      08:30 The story behind their names.
·      12:00 Is four Pugs a lot?
·      15:20 Ella, Nitro and Angel’s pawsonalities.
·      18:30 What do you love about them individually.
·      20:30 What are you planning on doing for Pug-Father’s Day?
·      21:30 What does Father’s Day mean to you as a Pug Father?
·      24:00 Snoring Puggies
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S2 EP08: Did I do the right thing?

Sun, 13 Aug 2023 09:00:00 GMT

I don’t think I’ve ever met a Pug-Pawrent who hasn’t asked this of themselves or discussed it with another Pug-Pawrent when it comes to making a decision about their Pugs well-being.
You know what I’m talking about, Am I feeding them the right food? Am I making the right decision about a veterinary procedure? Am I really capable of caring for a Pug? And the dreaded, Am I making the right decision when it comes to making ‘that’ decision?
In this episode, I’m going to share with you some of my “Am I doing the right thing” moments and what I have learned from them so far.
In this episode I’ll cover:
·      01:23 Our recent Vet visit
·      04:35 Our “are we doing the right thing?” dilemma
·      06:00 Advice on what we’ve done in the past
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S2 EP07: What's it like Fostering Rescue Pugs?

Sun, 16 Jul 2023 09:00:00 GMT

We’re dedicating this episode to Roxie the Foster Recue Pug and to the other Rescue Puggies and their Foster Carers out there doing a very impawtant job – caring for Puggies who have be rescued or surrendered so they can be rehabilitated and one day find their fur-ever loving home and family.
I’ll going to talk about my journey so far as a newly minted Foster Carer, about the Rescue Puggies we’ve fostered so far and I’ll also share with you some of the lessons I’ve learned to date, just in case, like me, you’ve always wanted.
In this episode I’ll cover:
·      01:28 We started fostering Rescue Puggies!
·      03:20 Why do it?
·      06:45 What’s it like?
·      12:40 What’s it take to be a Foster Carer?
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S2 EP06: How to deal with separation anxiety

Sun, 11 Jun 2023 09:00:00 GMT

In this episode I’m talking about Puggie separation anxiety. Apparently, research has found that ‘one in every 4-6 dogs’ have separation anxiety and that it is ‘more common in older dogs’.
What’s more, it can present in different forms and at different times. I’ve experienced Pug-to-Pug separation anxiety between Winston and Charles, and Pug-to-Hooman separation anxiety with Louis and now Kenji, and surprise surprise, no two Pugs are the same when it comes to displaying their anxiety!
But the great thing is, there are ways to reduce the impact so that they can live their Pug life to the fullest and we’ll cover all the options in this episode.
In this episode I’ll cover:
• 01:15 1 in every 4-6 dogs have separation anxiety
• 02:35 What is Puggie separation anxiety
• 03:40 Steps to help your Puggie overcome separation anxiety
• 07:10 When to get professional help
• 08:35 My experiences with my Puggies
Reference: Dealing with Separation Anxiety in dogs, by Dr Diane van Rooy, University of Melbourne, https://pursuit.unimelb.edu.au/articles/dealing-with-separation-anxiety-in-dogs
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S2 EP05: We’re all going on a Fur-family Holiday

Sun, 14 May 2023 09:00:00 GMT

In this episode I’m talking about fur-family holidays. We try to go on at least one every year, but I realised just before Easter that we hadn’t been on a proper fur-family holiday for 5 years! So, we decided to book an Airbnb place near the sea at the last minute and enjoy the four days off.
But with so much time in between holiday’s I realised just how out of practice I was in making sure we packed everything Rosie and Kenji would need for the trip. So I thought I’d share my packing list with you so you don’t forget anything on your trip and find yourself searching for a pet store in an unfamiliar town praying they stock your Puggies favourite treaties … yes that was us this time round!
In this episode I’ll cover:
• 02:15 – It’s been 5 years!
• 04:00 – The ‘Belt of Power’
• 05:15 – The minimum we pack for a fur-family holiday
• 12:45 – What we’d add for a beach holiday
• 14:10 – What we’d add for a camping holiday
Please note: there’s some Puggie snoring accompanying this episode; it’s not that its boring, they’re still recovering from their amazing holiday!
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S2 EP04: Barkday Pawtying like only a Pug can

Sun, 16 Apr 2023 09:00:00 GMT

In this Episode I'm talking about Barkday Pawties, the Puggie version of Birthday Parties. I LOVE throwing my Puggies a Barkday Pawty to celebrate them, make them feel special and have a great day with their Grumble … yes there is a lot of treaties, a lot of snot and a lot of over-excited Puggies of all ages and we’re all Puggered by the end but what a great way to spend a day with my Puggies and Pug Pawrent friends!
I’ll share with you the many different types of Barkday Pawties I have thrown for my Puggies over the last 20 years and hopefully something will inspire your next Barkday celebration.
In this episode I’ll cover:
• 01:18 – Barkday Season
• 03:07 – Louis’s Barkday Pawty’s at home
• 04:10 – Winston and Charles’s Dog Barkery shopping
• 07:35 – Pawty Planning for Charles 13th and Rosie’s 9th Barkday Pawties
• 10:09 – Kenji and his beloved Miss Drew’s Barkery and Café Pawty
• 12:27 – Inspiration for your next Barkday Pawty
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S2 EP03: How to clothes shop for your Puggie

Sun, 05 Mar 2023 09:00:00 GMT

This week I'm talk about shopping for your Puggies next outfit. There is nothing more frustrating than an outfit that you spend hours shopping for to not fit your Puggie when the Postie delivers it.
But never fear Puggies, we’re going to share with you all of our shopping tips so that you never have to arrange a return or exchange again.
• 00:54 – 20 years of shopping experience
• 05:00 – Outfit fit and how to check quickly
• 06:30 - Look at the size chart
• 09:35 - Consider the outfit fabric type
• 11:10 - Consider the design of the outfit
• 13:15 - Other things to consider
• 15:15 - Options to make the fit better if it’s not quite right
In this episode we mentioned a number of handy guides to help you shop
• Pug Dressing and Shopping Guides https://pugparties.com/pages/pug-dressing-videos
• Pug Measuring Guide https://pugparties.com/pages/measuring-guide
• Pug Parties Returns & Exchange Policy https://pugparties.com/pages/refund-policy
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By leaving us a review, not only will we know what you like or not like about the Show, other Puggies will be able to find us more easily and they can join in on the fun as well, YEAH!
Don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter at https://bit.ly/thepuglifeshow, so you get advance notice of our next episode and if you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinthepuglife/) where Crazy Pug Ladies meet to talk all things pug.

S2 EP02: Meet Kenji our Pugtastic Foster Fail

Sun, 19 Feb 2023 09:00:00 GMT

This week I'm talking about Kenji, our Pugtastic Foster Fail. Rosie and I will share with you what we have learned about Kenji so far, as well as look at what he has had to overcome so that he could become a much loved member of our fur-family.
It’s a puggily-ever-after story that you just can’t miss!
00:50 Always wanted to be a Foster Pug-mom
03:35 Rosie's paw stamp of approval
04:20 Kenji's long list of health issues
08:25 Kenji's loves
10:20 Kenji's fears
11:13 Kenji at Playgroup
14:00 Kenji's BBQ Shape addiction
16:19 What next for our Fostering journey

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Don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter at https://bit.ly/thepuglifeshow, so you get advance notice of our next episode and if you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinthepuglife/) where Crazy Pug Ladies meet to talk all things pug.

S2 EP01: The impact of loss on a Pug-family

Sun, 05 Feb 2023 09:00:00 GMT

This week I'm talking about loss; specifically, the loss of a Pug and the impact it has on the Pug Pawrents, the Pug-family and how it is different each time it occurs.
With the recent passing of my third Pug Charles, I realised that our grief journey was very different to that of his brother Winston and my first Pug Louis. Andrew and I have felt the impact that their passing has had on our lives, but it wasn’t until we lost Charles that I realised just how different our grieving processes were with each Puggie.
01:06 – My Pug Life Journey
03:15 – Our reaction on discovering Louis passed with his Nanny and not us
05:45 – Winston’s last Australia Day long weekend
09:45 – Charles’ dementia and his choice to go
14:08 – What I want for Rosie and Kenji

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NEXT EPISODE:
Our next Episode is all about Kenji, our Pugtastic Foster Fail. Rosie and I will share with you what we have learned about Kenji so far, as well as look at what he has had to overcome so that he could become a much loved member of our fur-family.
It’s a puggily-ever-after story that you just can’t miss and we hope to share it with you next time!

S1 EP21: Can any Puggie be a Super Model?

Sun, 18 Dec 2022 09:00:00 GMT

In this weeks episode I am talking to you about being a Pug Super Model and how you can prepare yourself should you ever decide to become one.
I personally think that any Puggie can be a Super Model but the decision is not actually up to me or the Pawrent, so tune in and fine out why it is so impawtant that the Puggie makes the final decision:
00:51 - The easy and not-so-easy answers to the question
02:28 - The importance of introductions
04:33 - Exposing the puggies to the process a little bit at a time
07:21 - When it’s just not our day to take photos
08:51 - Natural poses are the best
10:06 - Practice, practice, practice
If you liked the episode, or if you think it'll be useful for someone else, please leave a review over at podcasher.com
If you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinthepuglife/) where Crazy Pug Ladies meet to talk all things pug.
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Being a PAWTY PUG gets you advanced notice of our next PODCAST episode, access to one-time offers, advanced notice of new collections and sales, as well as shopping and dressing guides to name a few treats reserved exclusively for our friends.
NEXT EPISODE: This is our last Episode of the year and we wanted to say a very big 'FANK YOU' for joining us this year.
We love talking Pug with you and our Puggie Guests, and we're looking forward to continuing the snuffling (and sneezing) next year.
Don't forget to continue the conversation over on Facebook because we'll always be there saying 'Haylo', sharing pictures and stories with you, and we'll tell you know about our first Episode of 2023 too!

S2 EP20 with author Patrick Ford & the Naughty Pugs

Sun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode we're talking to author Patrick Ford talking about his children's book, Tales of Two Naughty Pugs; The Great Bone Robbery.
The book is centred on Pug brothers Louie and Zuuchie, who have built a robot labrador to steal the world's tastiest bone, and unless two hounds from the Dog Police can arrest the Pugs and find the bone, everyone will be in the poop!
It's a great read for any age and this episode will give you some wonderful insights into the characters and what is happening next for Louie and Zuuchie
In this episode Patrick will share:
02:12 - What inspired Patrick to write Tales of Two Naughty Pugs: The Great Bone Robbery
07:43 - A sneak peek into books two to five of the series
20:04 - Are the real Louie and Zuuchie rescues
24:04 - The world’s tastiest bone with 57 herbs and spices
26:46 - “A pug always keeps its promise.”
30:45 - The idea for the character Niffy Smell
34:25 - Louie and Zuuchie’s favourite outfit
38:21 - The story of the second book cover
41:35 - Where to find Patrick’s bookCheck their socials and the website they talked about in the Show here:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/patrick.ford.773981
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talesoftwonaughtypugs/
- Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/talesoftwonaughtypugs/_saved/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalesPugs
- Website: https://tales-of-two-naughty-pugs.com/
If you'd like to watch the LIVE STREAM REPLAY of this episode, you can find it on our Blog https://pugparties.com/blogs/livin-the-pug-life-show/livin-the-pug-life-show-ep-11-meet-patrick-ford-the-author-of-tales-of-two-naughty-pugs-the-great-bone-robbery
If you liked the episode, or if you think it'll be useful for someone else, please leave a review over at podcasher.com
If you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinthepuglife/) where Crazy Pug Ladies meet to talk all things pug.
AND, If you ❤️ all things Pug? then become a Pawty Pug by subscribing to our newsletter at http://bit.ly/jointhegrumble
Being a PAWTY PUG gets you advanced notice of our next PODCAST episode, access to one-time offers, advanced notice of new collections and sales, as well as shopping and dressing guides to name a few treats reserved exclusively for our friends.
NEXT WEEK'S EPISODE:
In next weeks episode I am talking to you about being a Pug Super Model and how you can prepare yourself should you ever decide to become one.
I personally think that any Puggie can be a Super Model but the decision is not actually up to me or the Pawrent, so tune in and fine out why it is so impawtant that the Puggie makes the final decision.

S1 EP19: Pugs; a whole lot of pawsonality in a widdle package

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 09:00:00 GMT

In this weeks episode I am talking to you about Pug pawsonalities and how I fell into the trap of not recognising that every Pug has a unique pawsonality and no matter how hard I unknowingly try, one Pug will never behave like another.
In this episode I will talk about:
00:44 - The pug pawsonalities that make them unique
01:36 - My four puggies and their completely different personalities
02:16 - Winston was not Lewis 2.0
04:37 - My expectation did not match reality
06:34 - There can only be one Rosie
If you liked the episode, or if you think it'll be useful for someone else, please leave a review over at podcasher.com
If you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinthepuglife/) where Crazy Pug Ladies meet to talk all things pug.
AND, If you ❤️ all things Pug? then become a Pawty Pug by subscribing to our newsletter at http://bit.ly/jointhegrumble
Being a PAWTY PUG gets you advanced notice of our next PODCAST episode, access to one-time offers, advanced notice of new collections and sales, as well as shopping and dressing guides to name a few treats reserved exclusively for our friends.
NEXT WEEK'S EPISODE:
In next week's episode our guest is author Patrick Ford talking about his children's book, Tales of Two Naughty Pugs; The Great Bone Robbery.
The book is centred on Pug brothers Louie and Zuuchie, who have built a robot labrador to steal the world's tastiest bone, and unless two hounds from the Dog Police can arrest the Pugs and find the bone, everyone will be in the poop!
It's a great read for any age and this episode will give you some wonderful insights into the characters and what is happening next for Louie and Zuuchie

S1 EP18 with Teddy & Doug

Sun, 27 Nov 2022 09:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode we're talking to Clare about her Pugs Teddy and Doug
This is an Episode with a difference because you're going to be serenaded by a singing Puggie! That's right, its a first for the Show and I can't wait for you to hear the repertoire.
Plus, Clare shares with us what she thinks Doug and Teddy smell like and what naughty little things they both get up too - I think you'll enjoy/ empathise with the stories.
In this episode Clare will share:
05:01 - How Clare met Teddy and Doug
13:20 - The moment Clare found out that Teddy could actually sing
14:47 - Teddy’s opera song performance
18:15 - The story of Teddy swallowing a chicken piece in whole
24:40 - Doug & Teddy smell like a popular corn chip brand according to Clare
29:20 - Doug’s hip and knee surgery
If you'd like to watch the LIVE STREAM REPLAY of this episode, you can find it on our Blog https://pugparties.com/blogs/livin-the-pug-life-show/livin-the-pug-life-show-ep-18-meet-teddy-and-doug-the-singing-puggies
If you liked the episode, or if you think it'll be useful for someone else, please leave a review over at podcasher.com
If you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinthepuglife/) where Crazy Pug Ladies meet to talk all things pug.
AND, If you ❤️ all things Pug? then become a Pawty Pug by subscribing to our newsletter at http://bit.ly/jointhegrumble
Being a PAWTY PUG gets you advanced notice of our next PODCAST episode, access to one-time offers, advanced notice of new collections and sales, as well as shopping and dressing guides to name a few treats reserved exclusively for our friends.
NEXT WEEK'S EPISODE:
In next weeks episode I am talking to you about Pug pawsonalities and how I fell into the trap of not recognising that every Pug has a unique pawsonality and no matter how hard I unknowingly try, one Pug will never behave like another.

S1 EP17: Calling my Pug ugly is as offensive as calling me Fat

Sun, 20 Nov 2022 09:00:00 GMT

In this weeks episode I am talking to you about Pug shaming and how I deal with people who think they have the right to voice their opinion about your Pug including how to deal with family members.
In this episode I talk about:
00:43 - What drove me to talk about this topic
03:39 - What is it about pugs that triggers the need in a non-pug owner to give unsolicited advice
06:07 - Responding to people who call my pugs ugly
If you liked the episode, or if you think it'll be useful for someone else, please leave a review over at podcasher.com
If you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinthepuglife/) where Crazy Pug Ladies meet to talk all things pug.
AND, If you ❤️ all things Pug? then become a Pawty Pug by subscribing to our newsletter at http://bit.ly/jointhegrumble
Being a PAWTY PUG gets you advanced notice of our next PODCAST episode, access to one-time offers, advanced notice of new collections and sales, as well as shopping and dressing guides to name a few treats reserved exclusively for our friends.
NEXT WEEK'S EPISODE:
In next week's episode our guests are Clare, and her Puggies Teddy and Doug,
This is an Episode with a difference because you're going to be serenaded by a singing Puggie! That's right, its a first for the Show and I can't wait for you to hear the repertoire.
Plus, Clare shares with us what she thinks Doug and Teddy smell like and what naughty little things they both get up too - I think you'll enjoy/ empathise with the stories.

S1 EP16 with PawtyPals (AU)

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 09:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode we're talking to Jess about her pawty business PawtyPals
It was wonderful to talk to Jess about PawtyPals and how her Pawty Packs take the stress out of organising a Barkday or a Gotcha Day pawty, not to mention Pugmas or New Years.
Not only can you purchase a DIY pawty pack but you can also get Jess to create a custom design that speaks to your Puggies pawsonality, that provides you with wonderful memories of the day without the mess and cleanup... sounds pawfect to me!
My favourite pawty game is the Portrait kit where your Puggie can paint their very own masterpiece and you can take it home with you afterwards ... and then there are the tasting tables, OH MY PUG, can you imagine a table full of tasty treaties, all for the gobbling up by your Barkday girl or boy and their grumble friends.
In this episode Jess will share:
02:41 - How Jess came up with the idea of PawtyPals
05:12 - Marley’s bestfriend and why he doesn’t like huskies
06:24 - Marley’s Barkday party after being in lockdown for almost a year
10:13 - The most popular pawty that pawrents come to Pawtypals for
16:51 - Pawty Packs offered by PawtyPals
20:27 - The Puggie Painting activity
26:44 - Things pug pawrents can do to make Christmas & New Years special without ending up in a vet
38:53 - What took Jess by surprise when she first started PawtyPals
41:05 - The Pawty Pack that pawrents love the most
44:53 - Where to find PawtyPals
Check their socials and the website they talked about in the Show here:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pawtypalsau/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pawtypals_au/?hl=en
- Website: https://pawtypals.square.site/
If you'd like to watch the LIVE STREAM REPLAY of this episode, you can find it on our Blog https://pugparties.com/blogs/livin-the-pug-life-show/livin-the-pug-life-show-ep-29-meet-pawty-pals-au
If you liked the episode, or if you think it'll be useful for someone else, please leave a review over at podcasher.com
If you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinthepuglife/) where Crazy Pug Ladies meet to talk all things pug.
AND, If you ❤️ all things Pug? then become a Pawty Pug by subscribing to our newsletter at http://bit.ly/jointhegrumble
Being a PAWTY PUG gets you advanced notice of our next PODCAST episode, access to one-time offers, advanced notice of new collections and sales, as well as shopping and dressing guides to name a few treats reserved exclusively for our friends.
NEXT WEEKS EPISODE:
In next weeks episode I am talking to you about Pug shaming and how I deal with people who think they have the right to voice their opinion about your Pug including how to deal with family members.
My favourite pawty game is the Portrait kit where your Puggie can paint their very own masterpiece and you can take it home with you afterwards ... and then there are the tasting tables, OH MY PUG, can you imagine a table full of tasty treaties, all for the gobbling up by your Barkday girl or boy and their grumble friends.

S1 EP15: When a one-Puggie home is not enough

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 09:00:00 GMT

In this weeks episode I am talking to you about introducing another Puggie to your fur-family after the loss of another Puggie; there are definitely some things to consider, including if you are ready or if your surviving Puggie is ready.
In this episode I will talk about:
00:47 - The loss of our third pug, Charles
03:18 - Introducing a new puggie companion for Rosie
06:10 - How Rosie came to our lives and Charles’ reaction
09:28 - To take or to not take Kenji full-time
If you liked the episode, or if you think it'll be useful for someone else, please leave a review over at podcasher.com
If you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinthepuglife/) where Crazy Pug Ladies meet to talk all things pug.
AND, If you ❤️ all things Pug? then become a Pawty Pug by subscribing to our newsletter at http://bit.ly/jointhegrumble
Being a PAWTY PUG gets you advanced notice of our next PODCAST episode, access to one-time offers, advanced notice of new collections and sales, as well as shopping and dressing guides to name a few treats reserved exclusively for our friends.
NEXT WEEK'S EPISODE:
In next week's episode our guest Jess talking about her pawty business PawtyPals
It was wonderful to talk to Jess about PawtyPals and how her Pawty Packs take the stress out of organising a Barkday or a Gotcha Day pawty, not to mention Pugmas or New Years.
Not only can you purchase a DIY pawty pack but you can also get Jess to create a custom design that speaks to your Puggies pawsonality, that provides you with wonderful memories of the day without the mess and cleanup... sounds pawfect to me!
My favourite pawty game is the Portrait kit where your Puggie can paint their very own masterpiece and you can take it home with you afterwards ... and then there are the tasting tables, OH MY PUG, can you imagine a table full of tasty treaties, all for the gobbling up by your Barkday girl or boy and their grumble friends.

S1 EP14 with Bronson

Sun, 30 Oct 2022 09:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode, we're talking to Joanna about her Pug Bronson
We always love hearing the stories behind our guests' names, and Joanna didn't disappoint. Now you could be excused from assuming that Bronson got his name from the devilishly handsome actor "Charles Bronson" because Bronson is a handsome devil himself, but that’s not actually the case. How Jo came to deciding on Bronson's name is a little outside of the norm even for a Pug Pawrent.
We're also very happy to know that Bronson is still with us after a trip to the beach that almost ended in disaster - I am amazed that Jo was able to drive and cry and talk to her sister who was holding Bronson all at the same time knowing that Bronson could be dying. I still get chills down my spine thinking about what happened and is definitely a tale worth hearing if for no other reason to know what you need to do should this ever happen to your Puggie. The good news is that Bronson is OK and as lively as ever!
In this episode Joanna will share:
04:30 - Bronson’s upcoming birthday
05:17 - Teaching Bronson to jump for his treats
06:25 - What inspired Jo to become a pug pawrent
08:30 - How did Jo and Bronson found each other
10:15 - How Bronson wakes Jo up
12:43 - The interesting story behind Bronson’s name
14:00 - Bronson’s paw-sonality
17:09 - Bronson’s naughty traits
20:22 - Bronson’s favourite activity
21:10 - Bronson’s near-death experience
25:06 - Bronson’s favourite outfit
If you'd like to watch the LIVE STREAM REPLAY of this episode, you can find it on our Blog https://pugparties.com/blogs/livin-the-pug-life-show/livin-the-pug-life-show-ep-32-with-bronson
If you liked the episode, or if you think it'll be useful for someone else, please leave a review over at podcasher.com
And if you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinthepuglife/) where Crazy Pug Ladies meet to talk all things pug.
NEXT WEEK'S EPISODE: In next weeks episode I am talking to you about introducing another Puggie to your fur-family after the loss of another Puggie; there are definitely some things to consider, including if you are ready or if your surviving Puggie is ready.

S1 EP13: Pug Pawrenting; the emotional roller coaster that is Pug ownership

Sun, 23 Oct 2022 09:00:00 GMT

In this weeks episode I am talking to you about the emotional roller coater ride that is Pug ownership, the stuff that the books don’t really tell you about but that you should think about before you buy or adopt a Puggie, especially if they’re your first.
00:46 - The good, the bad, and not-so-pretty aspects of living the pug life
02:09 - My experiences in my almost 20 years of living the pug life
03:44 - The funny story of ‘the war of the poop spot’
06:28 - ‘Enduring patience’ is your middle name
10:25 - Living in fear of tripping over your pugs every day
11:51- Pugs are worth it no matter what other people say
If you liked the episode, or if you think it'll be useful for someone else, please leave a review over at https://www.podchaser.com/ThePugLifeShow
And if you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinthepuglife/) where Crazy Pug Ladies meet to talk all things pug.
NEXT WEEKS EPISODE:
In next weeks episode we're talking to Joanna about her Pug Bronson.
We always love hearing the stories behind our Guests names, and Joanna didn't disappoint. Now you could be excused from assuming that Bronson got his name from the devlishly handsome actor "Charles Bronson", because Bronson is a handsome devil himself, but that’s not actually the case. How Jo came to deciding on Bronson's name is a little outside of the norm even for a Pug Pawrent.
We're also very happy to know that Bronson is still with us after a trip to the beach that almost ended in disaster - I am amazed that Jo was able to drive and cry and talk to her sister who was holding Bronson all at the same time knowing that Bronson could be dying. I still get chills down my spine thinking about what happened and is definitely a tail worth hearing if for no other reason to know what you need to do should this ever happen to your Puggie. The good news is that Bronson is OK and as lively as ever!

S1 EP12 with Penelope & Pugpalooza

Sun, 16 Oct 2022 09:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode we're talking to Candy about her Pug Penelope
Candy is one of those lucky Hooman's who got to grow up with Pugs, and now has her own to love. Penelope came to Candy after her previous Pug Miss Molly passed away unexpectedly and Candy's mom suggested that she visit a breeder and enjoy some quality Pug-love time even if she didn't want a Pug at the moment.
I think you all know what ended up happening but how it happened is best shared by Candy as it's a beautiful story and proves once again that the universe works in mysterious but wonderful ways.
Candy also has a Pug-based Etsy store and Blog called Pugpalooza and she'll share with us what inspired her to start and what inspires her to continue
In this episode Candy will share:
03:05 - What inspired you to become a pug pawrent?
04:55 - How did you and Penelope meet?
05:25 - The story of when they got Molly and started Pugpalooza
17:20 - How would you describe Penelope’s paw-sonality?
23:44 - What’s Penelope’s favorite adventure?
24:50 - The story of Pugpalooza
36:40 - What do you think is the most difficult thing about photographing a pug?
39:44 - What is Penelope’s favourite outfit?
Check their socials and the website they talked about in the Show here:
- Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com.au/candysuejo/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pugpalooza0/?hl=en
- Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/candysuejo
- Website: https://www.pugpalooza.com/
- Etsy Store: https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/Pugpalooza
If you'd like to watch the LIVE STREAM REPLAY of this episode, you can find it on our Blog https://pugparties.com/blogs/livin-the-pug-life-show/livin-the-pug-life-show-ep36-with-penelope
If you liked the episode, or if you think it'll be useful for someone else, please leave a review over at https://www.podchaser.com/ThePugLifeShow
And if you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinthepuglife/) where Crazy Pug Ladies meet to talk all things pug.
NEXT EPISODE:
I know how odd it must sound with all of the information available on-line these days, but sometimes reading a how-to guide doesn’t always give you a picture of the emotional roller coaster ride that is living the Pug-life.
So, I thought I’d share with you some of my experiences after almost 20-years of “Livin’ the Pug Life” with Louis, Winston, Charles and Rosie.
Candy also has a Pug-based Etsy store and Blog called Pugpalooza and she'll share with us what inspired her to start and what inspires her to continue

S1 EP11: Are we really eliminating Puggies from the Australian Family?

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 09:00:00 GMT

In this weeks episode I am talking about the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) calling for 'any dog with a muzzle length less than a third of its skull length (being) banned from being bred or shown because of the suffering caused on the animal.'
I agree with the call to clean up the breeding community/industry by expanding/introducing legislation to enable the relevant authorities the ability to enforce safe breeding practices, and for the readjustment of breeding standards back to healthy levels so that our Pugs can live their best lives with us for as long as possible.
What I don't agree with is the focus on a small portion of dogs that have been on the wrong end of the lax breeding laws in Australia due to their popularity?
01:17 - My ‘RANT’ about the AVA’s ‘partial ban’ and their accompanying explanation
03:33 - Does banning pugs resolve poor breeding practices in Australia?
05:24 - Let’s talk about fixing the underlying issue
07:36 - Our pugs as our life’s significant companions
Check the websites I talked about in the Show here:
- Oscar’s Law: https://www.oscarslaw.org/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OscarsLawAUS
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oscarslawinc/
- Article: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10475455/Call-BAN-French-Bulldogs-Pugs-Australia.html
If you liked the episode, or if you think it'll be useful for someone else, please leave a review over at https://www.podchaser.com/ThePugLifeShow
And if you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinthepuglife/) where Crazy Pug Ladies meet to talk all things pug.
NEXT WEEKS EPISODE:
In next weeks episode we're talking to Candy about her Pug Penelope and her Etsy store Pugpalooza.
Candy is one of those lucky Hooman's who got to grow up with Pugs, and now has her own to love. Penelope came to Candy after her previous Pug Miss Molly passed away unexpectedly and Candy's mom suggested that she visit a breeder and enjoy some quality Pug-love time even if she didn't want a Pug at the moment.
I think you all know what ended up happening but how it happened is best shared by Candy as it's a beautiful story and proves once again that the universe works in mysterious but wonderful ways.
Candy also has a Pug-based Etsy store and Blog called Pugpalooza and she'll share with us what inspired her to start and what inspires her to continue

S1 EP10: Meet Bubbles n Cuddles Mobile Dog Wash

Sun, 02 Oct 2022 09:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode we're talking to Tim and Kat about their Pug Buddy plus we'll also be talking about grooming and their business, Bubbles n Cuddles Mobile Dog wash.
This Show is packed with pawsome grooming information and wonderful stories about Buddy including his many nicknames which are funny and totally relatable ... I won't give them all away but one of favourites is 'Crumb Bum' and I am sure you can figure out how he managed to earn that one!
In this episode Tim and Kim will share:
- (01: 12) - What inspired you to start this business being it’s mobile as opposed to the traditional shopfront?
- (2:07) - What are some of the key differences between going to a salon and using a mobile business?
- (2:51) - What is the most difficult thing about grooming a pug?
- (11:20) - What’s probably the most important thing that we should be grooming in our pug and how often should we be doing it?
- (15:40) - How did you and Buddy meet?
- (19:51) - What inspired you to become a pug pawrent in the first place?
- (21:42) - Buddy’s nicknames
- (25:28) - Buddy’s birthday
- (29:52 )- Buddy’s treats
- (31:42) - Buddy’s paw bump and rollover tricks
- (33:23) - What is Buddy’s favourite adventures?
- (36:54) - What is Buddy’s favourite outfit?
Check their socials and the products they talked about in the Show here:
- Facebook: @bubblesncuddlesmdw
- Styptic gel
- EpiOtic ear cleanser
If you'd like to watch the LIVE STREAM REPLAY of this episode, you can find it on our Blog https://pugparties.com/blogs/livin-the-pug-life-show/bubbles-n-cuddles
If you liked the episode, or if you think it'll be useful for someone else, please leave a review over at https://www.podchaser.com/ThePugLifeShow
And if you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinthepuglife/) where Crazy Pug Ladies meet to talk all things pug.
NEXT EPISODE:
In next weeks episode I am talking about the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) calling for 'any dog with a muzzle length less than a third of its skull length (being) banned from being bred or shown because of the suffering caused on the animal.'
I agree with the call to clean up the breeding community/industry by expanding/introducing legislation to enable the relevant authorities the ability to enforce safe breeding practices, and for the readjustment of breeding standards back to healthy levels so that our Pugs can live their best lives with us for as long as possible.
What I don't agree with is the focus on a small portion of dogs that have been on the wrong end of the lax breeding laws in Australia due to their popularity?

S1 EP09: I lost my Pug at Playgroup

Sun, 25 Sep 2022 09:00:00 GMT

In this weeks episode I am talking to you about losing Charles at play group, not something I do often .. or should I say ever!
It’s not unusual for me to see Charles in the arms of one of his Aunties getting spoilt with cuddles and kisses when he is not glued to my ankles, but not seeing him anywhere within about 60 seconds flicked the “SOMEONE’S TAKEN MY PUG!” switch and we were on a Pug-hunt like never seen in the park before, and had me asking myself why he ended up where we found him.
01:52 - What is Rosie and Charles’ weekly trip to playgroup like
02:36 - When Charles vanished without a trace in playgroup and caused a pug-search
06:36 - Charles was finally located
07:34 - Why Charles probably went off on his own
If you liked the episode, or if you think it'll be useful for someone else, please leave a review over at https://www.podchaser.com/ThePugLifeShow
And if you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinthepuglife/) where Crazy Pug Ladies meet to talk all things pug.
NEXT WEEKS EPISODE:
In next weeks episode we're talking to Tim and Kat about their Pug Buddy plus we'll also be talking grooming and their business, Bubbles n Cuddles Mobile Dog wash.
This Show is packed with pawsome grooming information and wonderful stories about Buddy including his many nicknames which are funny and totally relatable ... I won't give them all away but one of favourites is 'Crumb Bum' and I am sure you can figure out how he managed to earn that one!

S1 EP08: Meet PugsSOS (WA)

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 09:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode we're talking to Donna from PugsSOS (WA)
I have always thought of Rescue Foster Carers as Super Hero's - they take in surrendered Puggies who may have had a rough start to life and give them a home, as well as the love and attention they never got, but deserved so that they can be ready for their fur-ever loving home when they're ready.
This episode isn't just about the beautiful Puggies who are in care, and can I just say you're going to love Pippy the rescue Puggie who was on the Show, it is also about the amazing work that Foster Carers do, and what it takes to be a Foster Carer to a rescue Puggie.
In this episode Donna will share:
01:43 - Getting to know Pippy and her story
07:08 - Gizmo and his conditions
09:01 - How Winston and George went into foster care
12:40 - What is PugsSOS’ mission
14:25 - What inspired Donna to get involved with PugsSOS
20:08 - How do the pugs go when they leave
23:10 - What does it take to be a foster carer
28:41 - How long does a pug stay in foster care
30:09 - How can other people get involved if they can’t commit to becoming foster carers
Check their socials and the website they talked about in the Show here:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PugsSOS
- Website: https://www.pugs-sos.com/
If you'd like to watch the LIVE STREAM REPLAY of this episode, you can find it on our Blog https://pugparties.com/blogs/livin-the-pug-life-show/life-show-ep-33-with-pugssos
If you liked the episode, or if you think it'll be useful for someone else, please leave a review over at https://www.podchaser.com/ThePugLifeShow
And if you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinthepuglife/) where Crazy Pug Ladies meet to talk all things pug.
NEXT WEEKS EPISODE:
In this weeks episode I am talking to you about losing Charles at play group, not something I do often .. or should I say ever!
It’s not unusual for me to see Charles in the arms of one of his Aunties getting spoilt with cuddles and kisses when he is not glued to my ankles, but not seeing him anywhere within about 60 seconds flicked the “SOMEONE’S TAKEN MY PUG!” switch and we were on a Pug-hunt like never seen in the park before, and had me asking myself why he ended up where we found him.

S1 EP07: Should I adopt or buy a Puggie?

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 09:00:00 GMT

In this weeks episode I am talking to you about buying from a breeder or adopting a rescue.
I've always felt that the Universe gave me Louis just when I was ready to be a Pug-mom for the first time, but finding your pawfect Puggie isn't always that easy or simple. Not to mention having to decide if should you use a breeder or adopt a rescue.
All options have pros and cons and we'll look at them all so you can decide if your pawfect Puggie is a rescue or a pup from a Breeder.
01:13 - Options for first-time pug pawrents
01:55 - Adopting through a rescue
04:16 - Adopting my current puggie Charles & his brother Winston
05:17 - Adopting my first pug Louis
06:41 - The pros and cons of adopting a rescue puggie
09:24 - Extra things to know when it comes to adopting a pug
11:21 - Finding a reputable ethical pug breeder
13:56 - Backyard breeding and puppy farming
16:58 - Purchasing a pug from a pet shop
Check out the organisations talked about in the Show here:
- PugsSOS: https://www.pugs-sos.com/
- Pug Rescue & Adoption Victoria: http://www.pugrescue.org.au/
- Saffron on the Hill: http://www.thehill.org.au/
- Oscar's Law: http://www.oscarslaw.org/
- RSPCA: https://www.rspca.org.au/
- Dogzonline: https://www.dogzonline.com.au/breeds/breeders/pug.asp
- Perfect Pets: https://perfectpets.com.au/ss/st/Breeder+-+Dogs/pt/Dogs/b/Pug
If you liked the episode, or if you think it'll be useful for someone else, please leave a review over at https://www.podchaser.com/ThePugLifeShow
And if you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinthepuglife/) where Crazy Pug Ladies meet to talk all things pug.
NEXT WEEKS EPISODE:
I have always thought of Rescue Foster Carers as Super Hero's - they take in surrendered Puggies who may have had a rough start to life and give them a home, as well as the love and attention they never got, but deserved so that they can be ready for their fur-ever loving home when they're ready.
In my mind, that would take a lot of guts, love and patience .. and then tissues, hugs and kisses when they happily head off with their fur-ever family leaving you behind to prepare yourself for the next beautiful soul that will need your love and attention.
This episode isn't just about the beautiful Puggies who are in care, and can I just say you're going to love Pippy the rescue Puggie who was on the Show, it is also about the amazing work that Foster Carers do, and what it takes to be a Foster Carer to a rescue Puggie as told by Donna from PugsSOS (WA)

S1 EP06 with The Doggy Lady

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 09:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode we're talking to Fiona about her dog training business The Doggy Lady
Our lovely guest Fiona runs a dog training school in WA that specialises in teaching any breed of dog scent work - yep even Pugs can learn to do it, just like little Emily who is a champion at it from what Fiona told us.
The best part about this Show is the 'at home' sniffer training you can give your Puggie, no School required - Fiona told us how we can introduce a little bit of scent work into your everyday life with your Puggie and I have to admit, I tried it at playgroup and the Puggies loved it!
In this episode Fiona will share:
02:08 - Ideal age to become a “sniffer” pug
03:15 - Fiona’s very first pug sniffer student
04:29 - What inspired Fiona to become a dog trainer
08:05 - Why little Emily made Fiona cry
09:13 - Difference between a serious sniffer dog and a pug sniffer dog
12:21 - How scent training works?
21:57 - The story about “the treat in the tap”
23:11 - Starting scent work with Vegemite
27:18 - Most difficult thing with training a pug
32:29 - Fiona’s advice to pawrents
33:22 - Fiona’s thoughts on ‘collar versus harness’
Check their socials and the website they talked about in the Show here:
- Facebook: The Doggy Lady
- Youtube: The Doggy Lady
- Website: The Doggy Lady Qualified and Experienced Dog TrainerIf you'd like to watch the LIVE STREAM REPLAY of this episode, you can find it on our Blog LIVIN' THE PUG LIFE SHOW (Ep38) with The Doggy LadyIf you liked the episode, or if you think it'll be useful for someone else, please leave a review over at podcasher.com
And if you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (Livin' the Pug Life | Facebook) where Crazy Pug Ladies meet to talk all things pug.
NEXT WEEK'S EPISODE:
I've always felt that the Universe gave me Louis just when I was ready to be a Pug-mom for the first time, but finding your pawfect Puggie isn't always that easy or simple. Not to mention should you use a breeder or adopt a rescue.
All options have pros and cons and we'll look at them all so you can decide if your pawfect Puggie is a rescue or a pup from a Breeder.

Ep 05: Have you made provision for your Puggies in your Will?

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 09:00:00 GMT

I know it sounds like a strange topic to broach, but after having had a recent discussion with a Grumble friend about a rescue Puggie who had moved between three owners because all three had passed away, it made me realise that it was a topic that needed discussing.
So ask yourself, 'who would you want your Puggie to live with after you pass?' and I'll share with you what I've done to for Charles and Rosie:
01:14 - Why have I made provisions for Rosie & Charles in my Last Will & Testament?
03:17 - Allocating what’s required to gift your pug’s nominated carer for their living expenses
04:40 - Giving back to pug rescuers
05:41 - Questions I asked myself whilst preparing for my Will
If you liked the episode, or if you think it'll be useful for someone else, please leave a review over at https://www.podchaser.com/ThePugLifeShow
And if you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinthepuglife/) where Crazy Pug Ladies meet to talk all things pug.
NEXT WEEKS EPISODE:
Up until we met Cruze and Emily a few weeks ago, I had no idea there was such as thing as 'Sniffer School' or as I like to call it - scent training for fun!
Our lovely guest Fiona runs a dog training school in WA that specialises in teaching any breed of dog scent work - yep even Pugs can learn to do it, just like little Emily who is a champion at it from what Fiona told us.
The best part about this Show is the 'at home' sniffer training you can give your Puggie, no School required - Fiona told us how we can introduce a little bit of scent work into your everyday life with your Puggie and I have to admit, I tried it at playgroup and the Puggies loved it!

S1 EP04 with Emily and Cruze

Sun, 21 Aug 2022 09:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode we're talking to Jennifer about her Pugs Cruze and Emily
This Daddy/Daughter team are some talented over-achieving Puggies that are just adorable; Emily is learning scent work also known as "Sniffer School" and Cruze is a Therapy Puggie, or Thera-Pug, as Jennifer likes to call him.
Both are amazing Puggies doing amazing things that a Pug wouldn't normally be associated with, which is why we know you'll love getting to know Jennifer, Cruze & Emily.
In this episode Jennifer will share:
04:30 - What inspired you to become a pug pawrent?
12:25 - Talking about Cruze as a therapy dog
17:47 - Emily and her sniffer school
21:38 - What a dog needs to do before going to sniffer school
26:58 - Jen’s gift for Cruze
28:41 - Cruze and Emily’s favourite outfits
30:27 - Cruze and Emily’s favourite treats

If you'd like to watch the LIVE STREAM REPLAY of this episode, you can find it on our Blog https://pugparties.com/blogs/livin-the-pug-life-show/livin-the-pug-life-show-ep36-with-cruze-and-emily
If you liked the episode, or if you think it'll be useful for someone else, please leave a review over at podcasher.com
And if you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinthepuglife/) where Crazy Pug Ladies meet to talk all things pug.
NEXT WEEK'S EPISODE: I know it sounds like a strange topic to broach, but after having had a recent discussion with a Grumble friend about a rescue Puggie who had moved between three owners because all three had passed away, it made me realise that it was a topic that needed discussing.
So ask yourself, 'who would you want your Puggie to live with after you pass?' and I'll share with you what I've done to for Charles and Rosie.

S1 EP03: I wasn't always a Crazy Pug-Lady

Sun, 14 Aug 2022 09:00:00 GMT

In this weeks episode I am talking to you about what happened when I allowed rude comments about my Pugs affect me and my Pug Life.
I was the person that people would look at with the expression that basically said "who IS this woman?", and I was that person who people would literally say, "you can't compare your Pug/s to children, they're not the same".
For me, being a Pug-mom or a Crazy Pug-Lady is great fun but I have had times where I have doubted it; I'll share with you what happened and what got me back to being the best Pug-mom I could be.:
02:05 - Being a first time Pug-Mom for Louis
03:37 - I was being pug-shamed
05:59 - That time when I almost lost it
07:23 - Allowing rude comments to affect me as a pug-Mom
08:50 - Finding my grumble with “Pug Parties”

If you liked the episode, or if you think it'll be useful for someone else, please leave a review over at podcasher.com
And if you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinthepuglife/) where Crazy Pug Ladies meet to talk all things pug.
NEXT WEEKS EPISODE: In next week's episode we're talking to Jennifer about her Pugs Cruze and Emily
This Daddy/Daughter team are some talented over-achieving Puggies that are just adorable; Emily is learning scent work also known as "Sniffer School" and Cruze is a Therapy Puggie, or Thera-Pug, as Jennifer likes to call him.
Both are amazing Puggies doing amazing things that a Pug wouldn't normally be associated with, which is why we know you'll love getting to know Jennifer, Cruze & Emily.

Ep 00: Thank You for making the Podcast a reality

Sun, 07 Aug 2022 09:32:00 GMT

With the PUGCAST going live tonight I wanted to pop on-line and say a quick 'haylo' and a huge 'fank you' to everyone who has either already watched the trailer and left a lovely review or is planning on binging the trailer and first two episodes tonight or in the coming days.
We know that you love your Puggies like a favourite child, that being Pug-crazy is normal and that you want to get to know other Puggies and their Pawrents so you can share in this wonderful world that is the Pug Life, so hopefully the PUGCAST meets your expectations.
So please join us every Sunday night at 7pm Australian Eastern Standard Time on your favourite PODCAST hosting site to listen to the latest Episode then pop into the 'Livin' the Pug Life' Facebook Group to talk Pug and tell us what you got from the Episode because we'd really to hear your thoughts and see your Pug Life pictures and videos.
So until next time Puggies, have a pawsome week and Hoomans be generous with the snackies

P.S. DON'T FORGET to subscribe to our newsletter at pugparties.com so you get advance notice of our next episode and much much more!

S1 EP01: Why I became a Pug-mom and the Pugs that inspired me

Sun, 07 Aug 2022 09:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode I'm talking about Why I became a Pug-mom and the Pugs that inspire me.
Now I don't know about you Puggies but I love talking Pug, meeting Pugs and getting to know Pug-Pawrents. I mean who else can will understand my utter devotion to my Pugs better than other "Crazy Pug Ladies or Pawrents".
Interestingly it wasn't until I saw “The Adventures of Milo and Otis” that I knew that I was going to be a Pug-mom …. or Puggie-slave depending on how you look at it.
I'm going to share how I meet each one of my Pugs and how we love to get dressed up and go out for coffee and cuddles:
01:12 - How I met my very first pug, Louis?
06:08 - Adopting another pug after losing Louis
07:32 - Adopting the litter brother Sumo and JJ
08:57 - The story of Winston and Charles
10:24 - How Rosie came into our lives
12:33 - Dealing with Rosie’s health condition
14:07 - One thing all my pugs have in common

If you liked the episode, or if you think it'll be useful for someone else, please leave a review over at podcasher.com
And if you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinthepuglife/) where Crazy Pug Ladies meet to talk all things pug.
NEXT WEEKS EPISODE: Just when you thought we couldn't get a Grumble bigger than 5 Puggies we met Choppa, Shamus, Leroy, Lilly, Samson and Peppa - all much loved Puggies that came to Donna and her husband Chris by various means including PugsSOS and as foster fails.
Each Puggie has a story that has been worth getting to know and each Puggie is unique in their own special way which is why, this is such a great episode.

S1 EP02 with Choppa, Shamus, Leroy, Lilly, Samson, Peppa

Sun, 07 Aug 2022 09:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode we're talking to Donna about her Grumble Choppa, Shamus, Leroy, Lilly, Samson & Peppa.
Just when you thought we couldn't get a Grumble bigger than 5 Puggies we met Choppa, Shamus, Leroy, Lilly, Samson and Peppa - all much loved Puggies that came to Donna and her husband Chris by various means including PugsSOS and as foster fails.
Each Puggie has a story that has been worth getting to know and each Puggie is unique in their own special way which is why, this is such a great episode.
In this episode Donna will share:
02:44 - Introduction of each Puggie
03:12 - Why is Lilly called “Tripod”?
04:10 - Leroy’s leg condition
05:19 - Lilly’s life as a blind Puggie
07:17 - Shamus’ sniffer school
11:05 - How did Choppa get his name?
17:15 - Peppa’s heart-breaking story
27:10 - Why is Samson called “Paddle Pop”?
34:05 - What is the naughty trait of all six puggies?
44:18 - Do they have a favourite costume/outfit?

If you'd like to watch the LIVE STREAM REPLAY of this episode, you can find it on our Blog https://pugparties.com/blogs/livin-the-pug-life-show/livin-the-pug-life-show-ep34-with-choppa-shamus-leroy-lilly-samson-and-peppa
If you liked the episode, or if you think it'll be useful for someone else, please leave a review over at podcasher.com
And if you've got any questions or want to tell us how much you loved the Episode then let me know over at our Facebook Group "Livin' the Pug Life" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinthepuglife/) where Crazy Pug Ladies meet to talk all things pug.
NEXT WEEKS EPISODE: I was the person that people would look at with the expression that basically said "who IS this woman?", and I was that person who people would literally say, "you can't compare your Pug/s to children, they're not the same".
For me, being a Pug-mom or a Crazy Pug-Lady is great fun but I have had times where I have doubted it, in this episode I'll share with you what happened and what got me back to being the best Pug-mom I could be.

Ep 00: Pug Life Show Trailer

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 00:30:00 GMT

Haylo Puggies and welcome to the Pug Life Show were being a Crazy Pug Lady is not only encouraged but celebrated!
My name is Donna and I created this PODCAST with my Pugs Charles and Rosie because I am on a mission to discover if we really are as crazy as non-Pug Pawrents think we are OR are we just the best Fur-Pawrents in the world.
We invite you to join us as we share the stories of ordinary Puggies and their Pug Life, discuss topics that are important to us, such as why being a Crazy Pug Lady is the best job in the world!, hear the slightly tragic but ultimately wonderful rescue stories that end with a Puggily-ever-after, and meet businesses that want to make our Puggies lives better with their goods and services.
We know that you love your Puggies like a favourite child, that being Pug-crazy is normal and that you want to get to know other Puggies and their Pawrents so you can share in this wonderful world that is the Pug Life.
So please join us every Sunday night at 7pm Australian Eastern Standard Time on your favourite PODCAST hosting site and chat with us in our Facebook Group 'Livin' the Pug Life' where being Crazy is not only encouraged but celebrated!
P.S. DON'T FORGET to subscribe to our newsletter (https://bit.ly/jointhepawty) so you get advance notice of our next episode and much much more!