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Clare Balding celebrates dogs and the difference that having a canine companion can make to your life.
We join Clare, Alice and their friends and family to celebrate Archie’s 15th Birthday, complete with special dog cake from Crufts. The Jessica’s: May and Holm, give expert veterinary and behavioural advice.
Plus, TV legend Jennifer Saunders, and her whippet Olive, join Clare and Alice for a walk and chat on Hampstead Heath.
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Clare Balding celebrates dogs and the difference that having a canine companion can make to your life.
Today, Clare’s wife Alice Arnold joins her to discuss the dogstars of this year's Crufts. They consider the breed traits of Dachshund, Dogue de Bordeaux, Pugs and Dandie Dinmont.
Plus, Clare visits Saul Milton, half of legendary UK drum and Bass outfit Chase and Status, to find out how he combines a high-octane music career with looking after his Old English Sheepdog.
Clare hears veterinary advice on canine obesity, arthritis and the prevention and treatment of lung worm.
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Clare Balding celebrates dogs and the difference that having a canine companion can make to your life.
Today she shares canine cookery tips with Hairy Biker Chef, Si King: Artie’s chicken and rice surprise and birthday cakes for Boxers. Jessica Holm gives advice on mental and physical exercise to help improve your dogs’ behaviour. And Kate Chacksfield shares the tragic story of her beloved Vizla Ruby, who died after being poisoned by a ‘harmless’ sugar substitute; just one of many substances found in the home which are innocuous to humans but are poisonous to our pets. Experts at Crufts give advice on what to look out for in your home to keep your dog safe.
The Veterinary Poison information line can be reached on 01202 509000.
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Clare Balding celebrates dogs and the difference that having a canine companion can make to your life.
This week she visits probably the most famous rescue centre in the UK, if not the world: Battersea. Clare hears inspiring tips from experts about behaviour, innovative canine stress management techniques including music, aromatherapy and the reading to your dog.
Plus Loose Women’s Andrea McLean tells Clare about her life with dogs, her passion for fostering and about Teddy, the dog she fostered and then COULDN’T give back.
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The arrival of a dog transforms a family. Clare and Archie meet dogs and their humans to hear stories of the dogs in their lives. Clare meets mixed marshal arts champion fighter Brad Pickett and Bonnie, the cavapoo. Clare and Lesley share stories of love , divorce and tragedy. We discuss the breed traits of poodles and Asian fusion grooming. There are expert tips on introducing a new baby to the family pets, plus Vet Jessica May discusses ways to improve your ageing dogs’ wellbeing.
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Dogs love walking, so does Clare.
Clare meets professional dog walker Ellie “the fairy dog mother” to discuss how walking with dogs can be so much more than just exercise. Archie leads Alice through muddy puddles. Plus question time: Smelly stuff. Why, oh why must your dog find the grimmest stuff to roll in? How do you get rid of the pong? And why shouldn't you use human shampoo? Clare hears expert advice from Jessica Holm about walking problems: ageing dogs, stand offs enroute and essential kit to get you and your dog on the move, be safe and be seen
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In the first episode of Dogcast Clare Balding heads to the park with her Tibetan Terrier, Archie, to talk to dog owners about the pets in their lives. She hears funny and moving stories about the difference that having a canine companion has made. Broadcasting legend Peter Purves, star of Blue Peter, Doctor Who, Crufts and now “This Morning!” shares his life long love of dogs from the VERY big to VERY small. Artist Chloe Fuller reveals how her assistance dog, Ted, has transformed her life. Renowned dog expert and breeder Jessica Holm shares invaluable advice about what you MUST consider when deciding to get a dog, and which breed to choose. Plus there are parrots. Many parrots.
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Welcome to Learn French by Podcast! In this first lesson, learn how to introduce yourself, saying where you live and what you do. Learn some new verbs. Then take a test to see how well you are doing.
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Clare Balding celebrates the difference a dog can make to your life. Today Clare and her wife, Alice Arnold, talk to Sports Commentator Andrew Cotter about his dogs, Mabel and Olive, who have taken the internet by storm. Nearly 20 million people have watched videos of these Labradors competing for a rubber toy.
Expert Jessica Holm answers listeners canine conundrums. Plus breed focus: we hear about the joys of sled-running in Suffolk with Alaskan Malamutes.
Also, Clare and Alice peruse costumes to make your dog the sensation of any Halloween party, and share ideas to dress your dog at home. Archie is not impressed.
