Katie K9 on MyTalk
603 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 21 ratingsNeed dog advice? Look no further than Katie K9, the down-home dog trainer. Long trusted by dog owners and industry professionals, Katie is dedicated to educating the everyday family through this Q&A program, in addition to running her own obedience school. Dogs are her specialty, but her wisdom doesn't stop there. You won't find expensive gimmicks or treats here! Just simple logic and kind-hearted patience from an entertainingly jovial host.
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Episodes
4/21/24 | HR 2: Pain & Anxiety Medicine for Dogs
April 21, 2024 19:00 - 42 minutesKatie tackles how to stop cats from going to the bathroom outside of the litterbox, pain and anxiety medicine for dogs, and beeping dog collars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/21/24 | HR 1: How Pets React to Loss
April 21, 2024 18:00 - 42 minutesKatie helps a diabetic cat on how to approach it's diet, a pack of pets that are grieving the death of a dog, and a Frenchie that has nail grooming issues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/14/24 | HR 2: Competition Pooch Keeps Peeing
April 14, 2024 20:13 - 42 minutesThis tiny pooch has a competitive spirit but a bit too much ego, as they pee all over the arena and even other competitors. Katie also has some excellent tips to help your dog pass foreign objects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/14/24 | HR 1: The Nutrisource Diet
April 14, 2024 20:07 - 42 minutesHope from Nutrisource Pet Foods joins Katie to talk about new additions to their product line, and how your pet's life can be improved with a nutrient-rich diet. Plus, an older pup with a torn ACL needs to take it easy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/7/24 | HR 2: Spring Cleaning Your Dog
April 07, 2024 21:01 - 42 minutesA well-cared-for pit mix suddenly started losing hair; Marie and Katie have some possible answers. Spring carries its share of hazards for a dog's skin, coat, and nails but here are some tips to get ahead of the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/7/24 | HR 1: Grooming Sensitive Skin
April 07, 2024 20:48 - 42 minutesMarie of Ma Dnd Paws Grooming is back with Katie. They help an elderly poodle keep receiving proper grooming care and stay comfortable. Plus a new rescue pees on the bed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/24/24 | HR 2: Bad Introductions
March 24, 2024 20:29 - 42 minutesKatie helps a man whose dog is not a fan of his son's pooch after a rocky and rushed introduction. Plus potty training basics for puppies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/24/24 | HR 1: Pit Bulls
March 24, 2024 20:24 - 41 minutesPit Bulls have quite the reputation, Katie K9 is here to go over misconceptions about the breed and dog attacks in general. If your dog has become reactive while walking on a leash Katie has tips to keep them focused on the walk and calm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/17/24 | HR 2: Feral Cat Care
March 17, 2024 19:09 - 44 minutesWhether they are in your home or neighborhood cats deserve a diet that allows them to be their best selves. Katie has tips on supporting the health and safety of the cats in your life who may not always be in your lap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/17/24 | HR 1: No Carb Cats
March 17, 2024 18:24 - 41 minutesCats are constantly being fed carbohydrate based dry foods, but is that really best for these little predators? Katie talks about what cats need in their daily diet to be happy and healthy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/10/24 | HR 2: Doggy Boot Camps
March 10, 2024 20:43 - 42 minutesKatie explains, as a trainer, why board-to-train dog camps are at best ineffective and at worst harmful. E-collars have been popularized in the dog training industry, and Katie shares her opinion on their pervasive use. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/10/24 | HR 1: Someone Else's Dog
March 10, 2024 20:36 - 41 minutesWhether it is dog-sitting a litter of new puppies or just going for a casual visit, there are ways to care for yourself and another dog's boundaries. With the owner's permission, you can help assist someone else's dog to become a better citizen. Plus bringing nipping to an end. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/3/24 | HR 2: Spring Tick Treatments
March 03, 2024 21:31 - 44 minutesThis hot winter brings with it a wave of tick concerns. Many pet tick treatments are connected to negative health consequences so Katie offers some homeopathic alternatives that greatly reduce their impact. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/3/24 | HR 1: Grooming Doodles
March 03, 2024 21:25 - 41 minutesMarie from Ma and Paws Pet Grooming calls in to discuss the grooming care and coats of Doodle mixed breeds. If you have a variety of Doodle and you struggle with matting, then here are the need-to-know tips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/25/24 | HR 2: Transitioning To A Raw Diet
February 25, 2024 21:23 - 42 minutesDr. Jess continues to discuss kidney and bladder stones including the benefits of a raw diet in preventing them. Katie gives tips on helping your dog transition to a more balanced diet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/25/24 | HR 1: Kidney and Bladder Stones
February 25, 2024 21:15 - 42 minutesDr. Jess is back again to talk with Katie K9 about the formation and treatment of stones in pets. Plus a pomeranian who claims his meal by peeing on his leftovers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/18/24 | HR 2: Dog Parks and Daycares Part 2
February 18, 2024 21:38 - 42 minutesKatie K9 continues her discussion with Robin, an expert in dog behaviors and body language within a group setting. If you want to go to a dog park or send your pooch to daycare, what are the signs they enjoy their group and won't cause problems? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/18/24 | HR 1: Dog Parks and Daycares Part 1
February 18, 2024 21:33 - 42 minutesKatie K9 is joined this week by Robin, an expert in dog behaviors and body language within a group setting. If you want to go to a dog park or send your pooch to daycare, what are the signs they enjoy their group and won't cause problems? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/11/24 | HR 2: Finding the Right Dog Breed
February 11, 2024 20:00 - 42 minutesKatie answers questions about how to find the right dog breed for you and why a dog would be eating dirt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/11/24 | HR 1: Multiple Dog Households
February 11, 2024 19:00 - 41 minutesKatie answers questions about how to get a sticky mouse trap off a dog's paw, how to stop a cat from pulling it's hair out, and how a single dog owner can take control of 2 dogs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/4/24 | HR 2: Grooming Care Part 2
February 04, 2024 20:56 - 43 minutesKatie and Marie continue to help callers with their grooming and behavioral questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/4/24 | HR 1: Grooming Care Part 1
February 04, 2024 20:47 - 41 minutesKatie K9 has heard your pleas and has invited Marie of Ma and Paws Pet Grooming to answer all your grooming-related concerns. What can you do to keep your pet's coat shiny and healthy? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/28/24 | HR 2: Arthritis Care
January 28, 2024 19:39 - 43 minutesDr. Jess is here to help if your dog is suffering from age related arthritis, both ways to alleviate pain and improve the conditions development. Katie discusses cat's water need and how they choose their drinking vessels, plus healthy play practices for kittens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/28/24 | HR 1: Dr. Jess Helps Some Older Pups
January 28, 2024 18:58 - 43 minutesDr. Jess is back to help out a Jack Russel who has lost his appetite., and a Collie who is almost completely blind. Jess also makes sure to give the full picture of Lyme disease diagnoses in dogs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/21/24 | HR 2: Cat Cohabitation
January 21, 2024 21:28 - 43 minutesKatie helps a man whose cats suddenly start to go after each other after years of living peacefully together. What changed? and what can be done to restore the balance? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/21/24 | HR 1: Rotation Diet
January 21, 2024 21:20 - 42 minutesHope from Nutrisource calls in to discuss the health benefits of a rotation diet for your pooch. Katie also has tips on stopping furniture and toy possessive behavior. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/14/24 | HR 2: Elderly Dogs Continued
January 14, 2024 21:37 - 44 minutesKatie explains loss of vision, ear infections, coughing, and more as she continues to take callers with older dogs whose needs may be shifting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/14/24 | HR 1: Elderly Dogs
January 14, 2024 21:30 - 42 minutesKatie covers some of the concerns and changes that are facing the owners of older dogs, including end-of-life care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/7/24 | HR 2: Dog Breeds
January 07, 2024 21:52 - 42 minutesKatie discusses the impact of a dog's breeding and genetics on its behavior and disposition. Plus, the process of becoming a therapy dog and what kind of attitude it takes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/7/24 | HR 1: Ball Obsession
January 07, 2024 21:39 - 43 minutesWhile a ball might be your dog's favorite toy, overuse and obsession can lead to undesirable behaviors and maybe even cause an injury. Here are some things to look out for when it comes to the most popular plaything. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12/17/23 | HR 2: Begging For Excess Food
December 17, 2023 22:02 - 43 minutesAn older puggle on steroids has been terrorizing his owner begging for food, as has this young kitten. Katie helps them understand what could be causing these voracious appetites. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12/17/23 | HR 1: Dog Friendly Lawn Design
December 17, 2023 21:41 - 41 minutesOn her last show before the New Year Katie gives some advice to a man who wants to landscape his yard with his beloved pooch in mind. Then Katie tries to sus out why a dog is chewing up the house's wood trim. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12/10/23 | HR 2: Hot Dogs In Winter
December 10, 2023 21:53 - 41 minutesWhile dog clothes can be cute, your dog could be overheating. Katie and Dr. Jess give the do's and not do's of animal fashion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12/10/23 | HR 1: Grains and Carbs in Pet Diets
December 10, 2023 21:42 - 42 minutesKatie has Dr. Jess in to discuss grains and carbs, whether they are necessary, and to what extent your cat or dog should have them. Katie leans into the holiday trivia! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12/3/23 | HR 2: The Chatty Affenpinscher
December 03, 2023 21:36 - 44 minutesKatie helps out an old friend with a very unique dog breed. Her Affenpinscher needs some lessons on polite greetings and quiet love. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12/3/23 | HR 1: Feeding Schedules
December 03, 2023 21:24 - 42 minutesKatie discusses appropriate feeding schedules for both cats and dogs. She also shares some recommendations for keeping your pets and your tree safe during the holiday season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/19/23 | HR 2: Respitory Illnesses
November 19, 2023 22:28 - 41 minutesWinter is coming and with it a rise in respiratory illnesses in all species. Katie and Dr. Jess have advice to keep your pet healthy and breathing easily into old age. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/19/23 | HR 1: Persistent Itchiness
November 19, 2023 22:15 - 41 minutesKatie K9 is back with Dr. Jess Levy to help out some tiny pooches. Obsessive itching can be stopped with patience and adjustments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/12/23 | HR 2: Tumors Support and Care
November 12, 2023 20:14 - 44 minutesLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/12/23 | HR 1: Cant Stop Itching!
November 12, 2023 19:51 - 42 minutesKatie K9 is back to help out an itchy pooch and tackle a headache-inducing barking problem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/5/23 | HR 2: Getting Started With Better Food For Dogs
November 05, 2023 21:38 - 43 minutesKatie gives a caller a top-to-bottom guide on restructuring a healthy dog diet. Plus a dog with bronchitis and a stinky kitten. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/5/23 | HR 1: Car Rides With Dogs
November 05, 2023 21:34 - 43 minutesKatie K9 has the must-know information to make sure your dog is safe and comfortable in the car, whether it's a trip to the park or hours away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/29/23 | HR 2: Anxiety In Pets
October 29, 2023 21:23 - 42 minutesBoth Katie and Dr. Jess have seen a significant rise in owners concerned with anxiety in their pets. They share a variety of options to keep your furry friend brain-trained and mellow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/29/23 | HR 1: Elderly Cats
October 29, 2023 21:07 - 44 minutesKatie and Dr. Jess Levy assist a series of callers with the behavioral and medical needs of their older cats. Just like humans, their needs can change as they age. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/22/23 | HR 2: Male Dog Aggression
October 22, 2023 20:50 - 42 minutesWhat's going on when your male dog acts aggressively towards other male dogs? Katie helps a woman who is integrating a new rescue with crating anxiety into her home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/22/23 | HR 1: Wet Your Kibble!
October 22, 2023 20:36 - 41 minutesKatie once again reiterates the importance of wetting your dog's kibble and the myriad of issues and health conditions this simple act can prevent. ACL injuries occur in dogs too, what can we do to best support the healing process? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/15/23 | HR 2: Fighting Like Cats and Dogs
October 15, 2023 21:59 - 37 minutesKatie defines the difference between positive playful interactions with cats and dogs and potential red flags. also, tips for keeping high-energy, independent dogs stimulated and entertained. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/15/23 | HR 1: Pets With Young Children
October 15, 2023 20:47 - 43 minutesKatie explains the dangers of unsupervised young children with dogs, and the proper precautions to take for the safety and stability of the whole family. Also what to do if your dog barks at you for attention. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/8/23 | HR 2: Bloat Causes and Prevention
October 08, 2023 21:33 - 42 minutesKatie and Dr. Ralph explain what bloat is as well as how it can occur. They also suggest some dietary and surgical options to prevent the potentially fatal condition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/8/23 | HR 1: Ultrasounds Vs X-Rays
October 08, 2023 21:21 - 43 minutesDr. Ralph joins Katie to explain his work as a pet ultrasound technician. What is an ultrasound and when is it necessary? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices