Episode 1: The History of Dogs (Part 1)
This episode covers the domestication of dogs, the when, where, and how. It is the first in a three episode series. Today we have Dr. James A. Serpell, Emeritus Professor, Ethics and Animal Welfare, University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine. He will answer our questions on the domestication of dogs.
Episode 2: The History of Dogs (Part 2)
This is the second part of the three part series on the history of dogs. This episode explores the role of dogs in the Roman, Greek and Egyptian Empires, and in the Middle Ages.
Episode 3: The History of Dogs (Part 3)
This is the final episode of our three-part series on the history of dogs. In this episode, we explore how attitudes toward dogs shifted during the Victorian Era—and the lasting impact of that transformation. Our guest is Dr. Michael Worboys, Emeritus Professor at the Centre for the History of Science, Technology and Medicine at the University of Manchester, UK, and co-author of The Invention of the Modern Dog.
Episode 4: Puppy Mills
In this eye-opening episode, we uncover the harsh reality of puppy mills—the inhumane conditions that animals endure, how to recognize these operations, and the urgent need for action. Jackie Keeney, President of United Against Puppy Mills, shares her expert insights on the devastating impact of puppy mills and the ongoing efforts to fight this cruelty. This episode is an essential listen for anyone looking to better understand the issue and contribute to the cause.
Episode 5: The Terhune Sunnybank Memorial
If you loved the Albert Payson Terhune collie stories as a child—like Lad: A Dog, Wolf, Treve, and more—then this episode is for you. I’m thrilled to welcome Krissy Marshall and Judy Leathers, Officers of the Terhune Sunnybank Memorial, as my guests on Episode 5. They share insights about the purpose of the group, Mr. Terhune’s life, his beloved collies, and much more. Click here to read more.