A Dog's Life with Anna Webb

This week Anna is joined by Dr Jenny McKay who is a Vet and a Vicar. That’s to say Jenny is a Curate and Minister in Secular Employment. Jenny is also an Environmentalist, Activist and Self Confessed Cat Junkie! Talking mainly about dogs in this episode, Jenny explains her journey as a Veterinary Pathologist and surviving cancer to thinking that there is more to life. We discuss whether she believes that dogs go to heaven, and why since man was born there’s so much evidence of an afterlife, and the hope that we will be reunited with our beloved dogs who have crossed the rainbow bridge. We also talk about the meaning of Christmas, and why the spirit of the festive season should shape our world all year round. For more about Jenny visit thereverendvet.co.ukInstagram @thereverendvet or Twitter @TheReverendVetFor more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd at Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: [email protected]

This week Anna talks to the team from Paleo Ridge about the growth in the raw food market for pet parents, highlighting the health and behaviour benefits of this diet. Order your raw meals hereFollow them on @paleoridgeFor more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd at Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: [email protected]

This week Anna is joined by Blue Cross Veterinary Surgeon, Roisin Bolger, who is talking about the Charity’s #EndTheTrend petition. It calls for the UK's leading brands to commit by the end of 2022 to phasing out the use of any brachycephalic pets in their future advertisements. Flat face breeds have become hugely popular and the Charity has seen an exponential rise in abandoned French Bulldogs, Boston Terrier, British Bulldogs in the past two years as owners were unaware of their possible health conditions and cannot afford to pay for their vet bills.The Blue Cross has been helping all animals since 1897 re-homing unwanted or abandoned pets, offering vet care and promoting animal welfare. It’s our responsibility as a nation of animal lovers to do just this! Please sign the petition hereAnd follow them on Twitter: @The_Blue_CrossInstagram: @the_blue_Cross or FacebookTo make a donation please go hereFor more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd at Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: [email protected]

This week Anna is joined by Dr Karen Becker and pet influencer, Rodney Habib, talking about their book The Forever Dog. As The New York Times no. 1 bestseller, this episode marks their first podcast conversation in the UK. The book discusses how simple changes to your dog’s diet, environment and lifestyle can promote longevity. It's such an easy read and features the very latest scientific research from around the globe! It’s a must read for all pet parents! Order your copy of The Forever DogInstagram @ForeverdogbookDr Karen Becker's websiteInstagram @drkarenbeckerRodney Habib's websiteInstagram @RodneyHabibFor more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd at Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: [email protected]

This Remembrance Sunday Anna is joined by British Army veteran, Richard Means and his PTSD Assistance Dog Ziggy, for a walk on Hampstead Heath, talking about the invisible disability of mental health, and how Ziggy has turned his life around. They talk about the on-going discrimination that Ziggy faces in public spaces, which flies in the face of the law under the Equality Act 2010. They also talk about why Remembrance Sunday is so important to think of for both humans and animals who paid the ultimate price in all conflicts. For more information go to allaroundziggy.com or follow them on:Instagram: @assistanceZiggyTwitter: @AssistanceZiggy or FacebookFor more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd at Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: [email protected]

Anna talks to best selling author, Marika Cobbold, about her latest novel, On Hampstead Heath, where a small dog, Gillie, plays a central role in driving the plot. Gillie is based on her own dog, Gilbert, who was stolen and later found dead in another part of London in 2019. Find out more about Marika hereOr follow her on Twitter on @MarikacobboldGet your copy of On Hampstead HeathFor more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd at Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: [email protected]

It's that scary time of year so Anna chats to cinema journalist and founder of the FIDOs and Palm Dog, Toby Rose, about how scary dogs have been portrayed in film such as Cujo, the Hounds of Baskerville and Werewolves and how it's contributed to the enduring myth of the 'Black Dog.'Find out more about the FIDOs and the Palm Dog awardsFor more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd at Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: [email protected]

This week Children’s Author, Jane Elson, joins Anna to discuss why animals, especially dogs, feature in her books. Dyslexic herself, Jane writes for those with reading difficulties, highlighting how animals - dogs in particular - help children in so many ways, not least in learning to read out loud. In her multi award winning ‘Moon Dog’ , she depicts the horrors of the puppy farming trade. Raising awareness for the next generation of dog owners, she worked with the charity All Dogs Matter to convey the horrific details, and the effects of losing a puppy on the whole family. In her latest novel Storm Horse, inspired by the racehorse Seabiscuit, who in the 1930’s represented hope for the Americans struggling through the Depression; and why history can inspire the present. Jane also highlights why horses help build children’s confidence, helping them learn to read and be in the moment. Weaving characters through her series, she’s inspired by London and the legacy of her own kitten called Crayon who sadly died very young.Published by Hachette, Storm Horse and Moon Dog both mark the era of the pandemic and work on several levels making them great for grown ups too!Follow Jane on Twitter @JJELSON35 and Instagram @JJElson35For more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd at Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: [email protected]

This week Jacqui Law from the not for profit organisation Dogs4Wildlife joins Anna on a DOG'S LIFE to chat about training anti-poaching dogs deployed in game reserves in Africa. Jacqui explains how the team, particularly Jacqui and her partner Darren Priddle, channeled their talent for training specialist dogs for the police and security in the UK, into anti-poaching dogs deployed in African Game Reserves.Highlighting the huge adaptability of dogs, harnessing their olfaction and ability to work as a team to help save endangered species.Support Dog4WildlifeTwitter @dogs4wildlifeInstagram @dogs4wildlifeFor Photizo Vetcare go to danetrehealthproducts.com using the code DOGS4WILDLIFE25 ensures that £25.00 goes to the charity For more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd at Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: [email protected]

This week Anna is joined by author, Janetta Harvey, who is also the founder of SchnauzerFest. Supporting Schanuzers needing care and forever homes, it’s also a hub for Schnauzer owners. Inspired by Janetta’s first rescue mini Schnauzer, Susie-Belle, who was scarred being bred on a puppy farm in horrific conditions.Passionate about campaigning to ban this evil trade, Janetta rescued one of her current four schnauzers, a boy named Albert Claude, from the one of the UK’s largest puppy farm (Eric Hale’s in NI, he was exposed in a Panorama documentary, the Dog Factory, in 2016, did nothing to stem let alone stop his horrific business), he was sold in a pet shop and given up to a rescue the next day (aged 5 months),Her other three - Renae, Cerise and Angel are also puppy farm rescue dogs. She chats about why ending puppy farming is clearly very difficult, and discusses how hard it is to rehabilitate dogs exposed to such atrocities. Why she does this in Susie Belle’s memory, which was the subject of her book 'Saving Susie Belle'.Instagram : @SchanuzerfestUKInstgram: @janettaharveywriterTwitter: @schnauzerfestUKSchnauzerfestFor more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhain Ap Gruffydd at Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: [email protected]

On this week’s show Jennifer Berezai of Advocats East Midlands joins Anna to discuss the landmark Heads for Tails campaign, which is about lobbying for change for lets with pets. Aiming to bridge the gap between renters with pets and private landlords operating a no pet’s policy, Heads for Tails aims to encourage insurance policies that cover both the landlord and the pet owner. Despite Government’s ‘Model Tenancy Agreement’ recommending that landlord’s are pet friendly, this remains a set of guidelines only. Jennifer aims to offer solutions to enable ‘renters’ to enjoy the massive health benefits of pet ownership that has been displayed through the pandemic. Ending the sad fact that 55% of Britain’s population cannot own a pet simply down to Landlords’ imposed no pet clauses. For more information visit AdvoCATSmids or follow them on @AdvocatsEMFor more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhain Ap Gruffydd at Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: [email protected]

This week Anna is joined by PC Colin Nash and his PD (Police Dog) Elvis. As the proud winners of the Rising Star Award at the inaugural Thin Blue Paw Awards, two year old Elvis is not Colin’s first PD, but he is his first Labrador. It’s perhaps no surprise that Elvis is excelling at being a passive and proactive detection dog. He was bred by the Metropolitan Police before joining the City of London Police Dog Unit. About the Thin Blue Paw Foundation:The Thin Blue Paw Foundation is a national dog welfare charity which protects, celebrates and rehabilitates both serving and retired police dogs from across the United Kingdom. The Foundation was founded by a group of individuals who are passionate about improving the health and welfare of serving and retired police dogs across the United Kingdom.Many people are unaware that retired police dogs do not receive financial support in their retirement from the force they served with, meaning the responsibility for their care and vet bills fall solely to their ex-handler or new owner.Unable to get pet insurance due to their working life, many are left with ongoing vet bills which can amount to thousands. The Thin Blue Paw Foundation provides much needed financial support to over 280 unsung canine heroes and their owners to enable them to have a long and happy retirement.Make a donation here or follow on Instagram: @thinbluepawTwitter: @ThinBluePawFor more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhain Ap Gruffydd at Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: [email protected]

This week Anna is joined by Beverley Cuddy who amongst other dog-centric roles, is one of the Patrons of SAMPA - the Stolen and Missing Pets Alliance. They chat about the great news that government are introducing new legislation - the Pet Abduction Law to make penalties for dog theft in line with the crime. With specific legislation that recognises that dogs are clearly not ‘property’ or chattel with consequences of up to seven years in prison for ‘abducting’ a dog. The hope is that dog theft will decrease. A long time coming, this law has been campaigned for years, not least by Debbie Matthews, and Vets get Scanning. For years criminals have optimised a loophole in the Theft Act 1968 where dogs have been previously classified along with laptops and lawnmowers! The surge in dog theft through the pandemic when the demand for dogs outstripped their supply, made national headlines and brought the attention to the pain and suffering and complete devastation that stealing someone’s dog has on families. Government’s change to classify dogs separately and not as part of the Theft Act 1968, which clearly has left families vulnerable to nasty criminals, has been spear-headed by Sir Iain Duncan-Smith. Having championed #PetTheftReform, he has helped bring massive change in only a few months. And a major move under their new Animal Action Plan which aims to make Britain a leader in animal welfare globally. The term ‘abduction’ implies another aspect of their ‘plan’ to classify animals as sentient beings, which is significant and in line with modern socio-economic trends where dogs are now firmly considered as family members and not as property under the Theft Act 1968. We are living with dogs in such different ways now, and dog ownership has soared compared to back in the day as we seek dogs constant companionship, their skills as de-stressors, and their gateway to the outdoors.Discussing the positive changes Government have initiated, we also discuss why the legislation around Breed Specific Legislation isn’t as positive, where sadly only two MP’s attended a debate in parliament on its possible change much to the disappointment of the dog community. In Beverley’s long standing position as Editor of Dogs Today Magazine and founder of Tailwise we also talk about why Beverley has launched a new Awards called the Bark Marks. Recognising successes in the dog world from best TV Vet to best Politician, how chuffed were we to get the scoop that A DOG’S LIFE has been nominated for ‘Best Dog Podcast’, which made our day! Chatting about the recent amazing success of Operation Ark to evacuate NOWZAD’s animals and team, headed Pen Farthing, out of Afghanistan. And wonder who might play Pen in the movie! For more information on SAMPA Instagram: @pet_theft_ukTwitter: @SAMPAuk_FacebookTailwise: websiteTwitter: @tailwiseInstagram: @TailwiseFacebook: Dogs Today MagazineFor more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhain Ap Gruffydd at Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: [email protected]

This week Anna goes to the very first PAAWstival: a festival where Pets Are Always Welcome.The event was held at the uber dog friendly Happenstance bar and restaurant owned by Drake & Morgan. Not only hosting the biggest Charity dog show, Anna takes the opportunity to meet up with old friends and new. She talks to Alistair Mullens of This Is Vertus - the key sponsor of the event - whose new pet friendly apartment blocks are flying in the face of discriminatory landlords.She also catches up with some of the judges, Nikki Tibbles, Founder of the Wild at Heart Foundation and host of Pod People Productions' Dog Bless You; Musician and Actor, Collette Cooper; and Photographer, Joseph Sinclair. Aside from various stalls and exhibits, the main event was the picking a winner of the seven finalists in different categories. In the end, there was a three way tie and Anna gets the reaction of the joint winners Teresa Keown and Belhina, Joe Hepburn with ex racing greyhound, Rudy, and Adam Jarrell with Dexter, and of course PAAW House founder and organiser of Paawstival, Gabby Kuehn.For more information:Website: Paawhouse Instagram: @PAAWstival @PAAWhouseTwitter: @PAAW_House Facebook: Paaw HouseFor more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhain Ap Gruffydd at Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: [email protected]

This week Anna is joined by dog training Guru, Steve Mann, who is talking about his new training course that’s available on BBC Maestro. Steve is the founder of the Institute of Modern Dog Trainers, and has over 30 years years experience. Ranging from training dogs as pets, or for detection and security, he’s worked in internationally in Africa, Dubai, China, Australia as well as in the UK. He is proud to have successfully trained over 100,000 dogs! He has a long list of celebrity clients too and often appears on TV and radio to promote and demonstrate the value of positive dog training. He really considers the feelings of dogs and focuses on creating a strong bond between dogs and their owners based on trust and clear communication. His books - the ‘Easy Peasy’ range of doggy training, are so well written and break down positively reinforced training brilliantly making it clear and fun for both dogs and their owners alike.Facebook: SteveMannTwitter: @SteveMannDogInstagram: @SteveMannDogTrainerWebsiteBBC MaestroGET 20% OFF STEVE MANN’S NEW DOG TRAINING COURSE A TRAINED DOG IS A HAPPY DOG Steve Mann has trained more than 100,000 dogs across the world – and now he’s handing you the lead. With his 30 years’ experience at your fingertips, you’ll go through 30 online lessons with Steve and your dog, covering everything from puppy essentials, recall and loose-lead walking, through to easing separation anxiety and socialising your pup as the world begins to open up again. You’ll even dig down into doggy body language and breed-specific behaviours, so you can manage the natural instincts of a terrier, retriever, or herding breed while keeping your home intact. “My philosophy is that with the right knowledge, any owner can achieve the very best training results and build a happy life together with their favourite friend.” Start training your dog today with Steve Mann – just £64 with this special offer. Simply go to https://www.bbcmaestro.com/courses/steve-mann/dog-training/code/ANNAWEBB?utm_source=AnnaWebbDogPodcast&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=SteveMannAwareness and your discount will be applied automatically. Offer ends 21st September 2021. Terms apply: https://www.bbcmaestro.com/AnnawebbtermsFor more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhain Ap Gruffydd at Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: [email protected]

This week Anna is joined by the vet, Dr Nick Thompson, to chat about a campaign he is fronting called ‘Ditch The Dry’. Talking about ‘ You are what You eat’ and why overly processed foods like kibble, compared to fresh raw balanced complete meals, are damaging to your dog’s health; and why pet parents could do better by their dogs, helping to minimise common but serious health conditions like diabetes, arthritis, heart disease and obesity. Passionate about highlighting why common dry food ingredients like rice, barley, maize, or corn, make high glycemic diets, which are pro-inflammatory and not species appropriate. And why an anti-inflammatory diet made from fresh meat and botanicals - like many complete balanced raw frozen options - simply promotes optimum health by using quality species appropriate ingredients like fresh, ethically sourced meat.Anna and Nick also discuss whether it’s ethical for dogs to be Vegans, and de-bunk the notion that dogs are ‘omnivores’, when dogs are simply biologically and physiologically designed to be faculatative carnivores - complete with a carnivorous digestive system. Both Anna and Nick are on the same page on nutrition, and as a vet Nick has been fighting for responsible, species-appropriate raw food feeding for over 25 years. They talk about the international Raw Feeding Veterinary Society (RFVS), as a great resource. As the founding member Nick highlights his pioneering worldwide survey of 79 vets and their experiences feeding raw food. Facebook: Holisticvet LtdInstagram: @holisticvetuk. He has recently produced a beginners guide to raw feeding: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/rawfeedingthebasics.Website: holisticvetFor more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhain Ap Gruffydd at Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: [email protected]

This week seasoned Broadcaster & Journalist, Stephen Jardine joins Anna to chat about his puppy: Frankie , the Norfolk Terrier. Having lost his beloved Cairn terrier Billy aged 13, it took Stephen and his family a while to bring another dog into the family. Billy left them heart broken. Understanding that the same pain would inevitably happen again with another dog, Stephen and his family resisted another dog. But believing a house is not a home with a terrier, Frankie - the Norfolk terrier recently moved in. We chat about the trials and tribulations of staycationing with a cheeky puppy terrier, the joys of experiencing the beaches, and Cornwall’s dog friendliness, not least that dogs are a social network without technology. We talk about both the positive and negative effects of the pandemic on dogs. And discuss regional differences as both Stephen and Anna have lived and worked in Paris, so they chat about why Paris bucked the trend as perhaps Europe’s most dog friendly capital, way before the value of ‘hound pound’ hit the UK. We discuss what it is that connects us to dogs and vice versa. Highlighted by the iconic statue of Greyfriars Bobby , the Scottish Skye Terrier. Legend has it that Bobby lay beside, guarding his masters grave for 14 years until Bobby passed away. Quite the tourist attraction, the statue, which is also a drinking fountain, was erected in his honour on Candlemaker row, opposite the graveyard where he spent 14 years of life. Stephen regularly hosts the mid morning show on BBC Radio Scotland and more, as well as writing a Food column for The Scotsman. Listen to Stephen on BBC Radio ScotlandTwitter: @StephenJardineFor more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhain Ap Gruffydd at Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: [email protected]

This week Anna meets up with Author & Journalist, Genevieve Fox, and her Miniature Schnauzer, Pepper on Hampstead Heath. Retracing their time training on an ‘experience’ walk, where Anna highlighted some training tips. That walk was for an article in The Observer magazine about walking your own dog, and how it helps your dog’s and your own well-being. Passionate about punctuating your dog’s day, and building proactive games into an everyday walk for extra enrichment. Anna demonstrated how to connect with your dog and make the walk interactive. Genevieve and Anna chat sitting on a log that became a fun agility obstacle. They chat about why its important to train a perfect recall, so your dog is never a nuisance to other people or their their dogs. Why spending quality time with your dog means you get to know your dog. And why training and adapting life around your dog through their life stages helps keep them on the ball, and reduces anxiety. But they also discuss how dogs enrich our lives, often in times of crisis. Apart from highlighting how Pepper helped Genevieve and her family through the Lockdowns, but when Genevieve was diagnosed with cancer. We chat about her book, Milkshakes and Morphine and why Pepper helped the family cope and pull through this testing chapter. We talk about how social media influences are connections , even to dogs, but ultimately why a house is not a home without a dog!Grab a copy of The Observer today to read all about it. For more on Genevieve FoxToday's episode is sponsored by Sniffe and Likkit. Check out their whole range at sniffeandlikkit.com and use the promo code ANNA15 to get 15% all products.For more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhain Ap Gruffydd at Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: [email protected]

This week Anna is joined by Comedian and Award Nominated Podcaster, Rosie Wilby, talking about her new book The Break Up Monologues: The Unexpected Joy of Heartbreak. Using her own experiences and those of some others, Rosie investigates why life can be like a palindrome: going backwards and forwards. The book discusses how tragedy through time becomes comedy, and how we learn from our mistakes, as we try to understand ourselves through others. Pets feature as a major strand through the book as highlighting why they can save a relationships, and equally work to break them up - It’s me or the dog type scenarios! Brilliantly written, very funny and sad, it's a roller coaster and a thought provoking look at what makes us human. And why pets, dogs in particular, perhaps can humble us into understanding the truth - and that really dogs are ‘man’s best friend’ being able to to truly offer what we seek in people - unconditional love.Twitter: @rosiewilbyInstagram: @breakupmonologuesBuy The Breakup Monologuesor listen to the PodcastFor more about Anna visit her website annawebb.co.ukMusic and editing by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd for Gruff PawtraitsTo sponsor or advertise on A Dog's Life email [email protected]

This week Judy Phillips, co founder of a new British petcare company called Sniffe & Likkit, joins Anna to talk about their range and brand ‘philoso-woofy'.The Sniffe is the key aspect across its grooming, fragrance and gifting products. Understanding that a dog’s sense of smell is over a million times more sensitive than ours, Sniffe & Likkit’s 100% natural aromatherapeutic scents won’t get up your dog’s nose. Rather dogs will love the signature fragrance: Woodland Wonderfur running in its grooming range. Formulated using essential oils like Cedarwood, Pettigrain, Vetiver and Ho Leaf. It’s aim to calm and soothe dogs, and bring the great outdoors into your home, and regular pampering routine. The aromatic scent is alluring and good for humans too! Created by experts from the human world of natural skincare, but tailored for dogs. Thoughtfully designed in stand-out recyclable packaging, Give a Dog a Cologne, Wippets Cleansing Wipes, Fragrant Fur Coat Shampoo and The Fab Paw Conditioning Balm combine ingredients like Quillaja Bark Soap, White Willow Bark extract, Aloe Vera, Ho Leaf and Paw Paw. There’s no hidden nasties and it’s pH balanced for dogs. The range taps into the demand for more natural alternatives and a transparency about ingredients that have been ethically sourced. And an understanding that spending time with your dog cannot be underestimated. The inventive products are catering for modern dogs with an ethos about building the bond between dogs and pet parents through grooming and pampering. And for dogs on the go that might need a freshen up before going into the office, or dog friendly hotel! The range also features Glove My Dog a towel that designed like a giant oven glove that uses fabric made from sustainably sourced bamboo. Tapping into a dog’s sense of smell there’s the home barking kit to that will get your dog’s tongues and tails wagging.And for humans the scented gift cards allow humans to spread the kindness and 'scents' a message. With the range for the home the Scents Something Nice is an air freshener that’s crafted into hanging sachets, and features another signatory scent: Cedarwood From The Trees - naturally banishing any wiffs in the home, car, office - anywhere! Sniffe & Likkit most definitely is not to be sniffed at! Check out their whole range at sniffeandlikkit.comFor more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhain Ap Gruffydd at Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: [email protected]

This week the RSPCA’s Dog Welfare Specialist, Dr Sam Gaines, joins Anna to discuss the latest on Breed Specific Legislation. Following a recent debate in Parliament prompted by a petition urging for reform as the 30th Anniversary of the Dangerous Dogs Act (1991) approached on August 12th. We discuss that as a ‘nation of animal lovers’ the UK is behind other countries in its approach to dogs and public safety. The banning of four breeds: the Pitbull, the Japanese Tosa, the Fila Brasiliero, and Dogo Argentino has not worked with dog bites rising year on year. We discuss other approaches not least education, bringing back dog licences, new bylaws that would be in the public’s safety. We chat about the potential of an independent review and study to ascertain whether certain breeds are more ‘dangerous’ than other breeds or cross breeds. If the independent review concludes there is insufficient evidence to support the Governments position on BSL, the hope is this aspect would have to be revised. Why introducing mandatory training and education courses for minor offences, similar to speed awareness courses for drivers would help nip problem behaviours in the bud, and offer support. We also highlight that currently animal welfare charities like The RSPCA are bound by law not to re-home breeds of a certain ‘type’, even if they are temperament tested to be sound. Victims of certain measurements currently means that these dogs have to be destroyed. Causing heart break for vets and the staff, it's also an unnecessary waste of life and costs to these organisations. The current approach to dog control is plagued with deep structural problems, not least judging a book by its cover. Improvements to public safety that simultaneously safeguards animal welfare can only be achieved through an open minded engagement with new strategies. Currently the Government’s lack of action on this front shows a disregard for dog welfare and is at odds with its proposed Animal Action Plan to bring in animal welfare legislation that sets a global precedent.Visit the RSPCA's websiteFor more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhain Ap Gruffydd at Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: [email protected]

This week Anna is joined by Steve Ignorant, the lead singer of the anarchic punk rock band, The Crass. He’s chatting about why animal activism was very much a part of the sub culture of punk rock. And he explains why he is so passionate about animals and why he despises all cruelty and neglect. Being a massive dog lover he is supporting the campaign Say No To Dog Meat, particularly in line with the recent barbaric Yulin Festival that has happened again in Beijing. Dogs are often cooked alive in what is a new festival set up in 2009 in a bid to honour ancient ‘dog eating traditions. Say No To Dog Meat is a charity headed by Julia de Cadernet whose team based in Beijing works tirelessly to save dogs from Chinese meat markets and re-homes dogs globally. Steve is also passionate about Bull terriers having been owned by them for 24 years. We chat about their quirks, and why they’re simply a breed apart.For more information about Steve go to his websiteFollow the campaign Say No To Dog MeatFor more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhain Ap Gruffydd at Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: [email protected]

This week Fi Harrison, Fundraising Manager, from Birmingham Dogs Home joins Anna to chat about their ‘Healing Hearts’ appeal. It’s aim to raise £100,000 to help pawly pooches by investing in the own veterinary facility. Currently the Charity’s veterinary costs is over £200,000 annually in addition to the staff and running costs of their two facilities. The long term saving of an in house veterinary clinic will allow for more funds to spend on the rehabilitation of their dogs like Spike a Bulldog puppy with serious health issues and deal with emergency cases expediently as well as day to care care. Birmingham Dogs Home was founded in 1892 and is the key rescue covering nine local authorities in the Midlands. With an in flux of ‘pandemic’ puppies likely to hot our rescues as one fifth of new owners are regretting their lockdown decision to bring a dog into their homes, there’s also been a rise in dogs with chronic health issues from obesity to deep rooted anxieties. Please donate the Healing Hearts AppealFor more about Anna visit her website Annawebb.co.ukProduced by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhian Ap Gryff for Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email [email protected]

Amit and Kika on FacebookTwitter: @BlindDad_UK and @kikaInstagram: @kika_guidedog and @blinddad_ukKika and Me by Dr Amit PatelVote for A Dog's Life with Anna Webb in the Listener's Choice at the British Podcast AwardsFor more about Anna visit her websiteMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoPhotograph by Rhian Ap Gruffydd for Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email [email protected]

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You can order Jenni's book hereAnd listen to her new podcast hereFor more about Anna visit her websiteTheme music and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by Jaijo DesignCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd of Gruff Pawtraits

Find out more about Estelle LovattFor Anna visit her websiteProduced by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by Jaijo DesignCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd for GruffpawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email [email protected]

How to Love Animals in a Human Shaped World is published by PenguinFor more about Anna visit her websiteProduced by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd To adverstise on or sponsor A Dog's Life contact [email protected]

Ticket and other information about WoofstockVisit Anna's website annawebb.co.ukMusic, editing and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions, a division of Thelonious Punk Productions Ltd.Cover art by Jaijo photo by Rhian App Gruffydd at GruffPawtraitsTo advertise or sponsor A Dog's Life contact [email protected]

Order your copy of Magnum Dogs here or where from all good book shops. For more about Anna visit her website Music and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions, a division of Thelonious Punk Productions Ltd. Cover design by JaijoCover photo by Rhian AP Gruffydd for Gruff Pawtraits

Adopt a dog or support All Dogs Matter in any way you can. For more about Anna visit Annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions. Cover art by Jaijo Design.Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd

For more information visit the Palm Dog websiteInstagram: @thepalmdogTwitter: @palmdogofficialFor Creature Clothes:Instagram: @creatureclothesFacebook For more about Anna go to her websiteMusic, editing, and prodcution by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions, a division of Thelonious Punk Productions Ltd. Cover Art by JaijoCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd

Find out where you can watch Stray wherever you are.For more about Anna visit her website. Music and editing by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions, a division of Thelonious Punk Productions Ltd.Art work by JaijoCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraits

When Harry Met Minnie is published by Celadon Books and is available in all good bookshops.Follow them on @celadonbooksFor more about Anna visit her website Music and Editing by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions, a division of Thelonious Punk Productions Ltd.Cover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraits

It's so key to keep up the pressure at government level up by writing to your MP for change in Pet Theft ReformFollow Debbie on:@VetsGetScanning (Twitter and Facebook)@pet_theft_uk (Instagram)@SAMPAuk_ (Twitter)@sampauk (Facebook)Beverley Cuddy:@thedevilwearsdoghair (Instagram)@beverleycuddy (Twitter)@beverleycuddy (Facebook)Sir Iain Duncan Smith:@MPIainDS (Twitter)@iainduncansmithmp (Facebook)@iain_dundan_smith_mp (Instagram)Melina Georgiou:@melinagaze (Instagram)@Melina_Geo (Twitter)Find out more about AnnaMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsA division of Thelonious Punk Productions LtdCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraits

To book a session with Emily go to her websiteFind out more about AnnaMusic and Production by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions, a division of Thelonious Punk Productions Ltd. Cover Art by JaijoCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraits

For more about Anna to book a training session or read her blog visit her website.Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions, a division of Thelonious Punk Productions. Music by Mike HansonCover art by JaiJo Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd

Follow the latest from Finn on FacebookOr Instagramor TwitterContact the House of Lords to encourage passage of Finn's Law 2For more about Anna follow her on @annawebbsdogs or visit her websiteProduced by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsMusic by Mike HansonCover photo by Rhian Ap GruffyddArt work by JaijoPod People Productions is a part of Thelonious Punk Productions Ltd.

Find out more about ZazieVisit Anna's website.Music and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsArtwork by JaijoCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraits

To give your support to the Jasmines Law and to drive it forward to become legislation, it’s easy to sign the petition and write to your MP with a couple of clicks from https://paaw.house/campaigns/ Follow Anna on:https://annawebb.co.uk Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productionshttps://podpeopleproductions.co.uk/ Music by Mike Hanson Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraits Art work by https://jaijo.com

Please sign the petition:https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/554073 And read more about the health effects on grey hounds: https://www.andrewknight.info/reports/injuries-in-racing-greyhounds/ Follow our guests:David Olusoga @DavidOlusoga@AAGR_UK Alliance Against Greyhound RacingProfessor Andrew Knight: @DrAndrewKnightSarah Pennells : @Sarah_Pennells Follow Anna on:https://annawebb.co.uk Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productionshttps://podpeopleproductions.co.uk/ Music by Mike Hanson Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraits Art work by https://jaijo.com

To take part in Friday’s webinar, Here’s the link to register: https://parliament-uk.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QB-ky2nxRbqE2BjscSbPDQ Andrew Rosindell can be reached on Twitter: @AndrewRosindell @JasminesLaw20 On Instagram: @JasminesLaw20 Follow Anna on:https://annawebb.co.uk Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productionshttps://podpeopleproductions.co.uk/ Music by Mike Hanson Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraits Art work by https://jaijo.com

Follow Anna on:https://annawebb.co.uk Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productionshttps://podpeopleproductions.co.uk/ Music by Mike Hanson Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraits Art work by https://jaijo.com

Web: https://colintaylorgrooming.com/ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/colintaylorgrooming/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/colintaylorgrooming Pooch perfect: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000r0pg Insta: https://www.instagram.com/poochperfect_uk/ Twitter https://twitter.com/poochperfectuk Follow Anna on:https://annawebb.co.uk Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productionshttps://podpeopleproductions.co.uk/ Music by Mike Hanson Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraits Art work by https://jaijo.com

Dog's Best Friend by Simon Garfield is available on all good online bookstores or from your local book seller:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dogs-Best-Friend-History-Unbreakable-ebook/dp/B07Z4KLLGK For the latest info follow: @Orionbooks and @wnbooksFollow Anna on:https://annawebb.co.uk Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productionshttps://podpeopleproductions.co.uk/ Music by Mike Hanson Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraits Art work by https://jaijo.com

Follow Burly @BurlyBearPom on all platforms! and his pet parents:Michael O hagan : @lookup2meKen O’Rourke : @kenorourke1Follow Anna on:https://annawebb.co.uk Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productionshttps://podpeopleproductions.co.uk/ Music by Mike Hanson Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraits Art work by https://jaijo.com

Find out more about Eric https://newcastle.academia.edu/EricTourignyOr follow him on Twitter:@ArchaeoEric Follow Anna on:https://annawebb.co.uk Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productionshttps://podpeopleproductions.co.uk/ Music by Mike Hanson Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraits Art work by https://jaijo.com

For more about Wilson’s follow them here:@Wilsonspetfood Follow Anna on:https://annawebb.co.uk Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productionshttps://podpeopleproductions.co.uk/ Music by Mike Hanson Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraits Art work by https://jaijo.com

Follow Andrew here:https://www.instagram.com/andrewprentis/?hl=en-gb https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-prentis-17a3a329/?originalSubdomain=uk Follow Anna on:https://annawebb.co.uk Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productionshttps://podpeopleproductions.co.uk/ Music by Mike Hanson Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraits Art work by https://jaijo.com