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it is RUFF out there

Two New England gals chat with various friends and experts about the beloved pets in our lives. 

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At the Park Finale

WE are ending the podcast! We have had so much fun, hoping that we entertained and MAYBE educated our listeners for eight seasons. "Onward & Upward" until the next adventure. We chat about:-no dogs in heat -spay & neuter your pets -illness at the park -no aggressive dogs or humans -dogs with a bite history -no human food or treats -no smoking in the park -the dog park maid is not on duty -no glass containers Bye Bye Podcast Jingle...

Nov 10, 202318 min

Back at the Park

Our final episodes collection! Holiday Tip: keeping our pets safe from escaping our home when family & friends visit. We discuss the “airlock” or a screen door We chat about: -the leash must be removed upon entering the park-walking around the outside of the park first -dog handlers must be adults -no commercial dog walking -no more than 3 dogs per handler -little dogs in the big dog section Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by ...

Nov 03, 202313 min

Behaving at the Park

Thank you for being on this journey with us, as we finish recording this podcast forever! For this episode we chat about:-trusting the person that cares for your pet -dog poop pickup -the park isn’t open in the dark -enjoy the park at your own risk -our community: the good & bad -meeting other dogs outside of the park -dog handlers are responsible for the behaviors of the dog in the park at all times -exchange information if a bite occurs-any dog wi...

Oct 27, 202322 min

At the Park

Find out what happened to Kelly's hand!We chat about Dog Park stuff….and safety measures. -young kids in the park-toys at the park -leashing dog from car to park -Kim’s dog Nora makes an appearance -licensed & proof of Rabies vaccine -Rabies vaccine importance Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas Support the Show.www.itisRUFFoutthere.com

Oct 20, 202321 min

Sea Legs Vet

We met up with the amazing staff at Sea Legs Integrative Veterinary Health in West Roxbury MA. They offer so many great services for pets in pain, veterinary rehabilitation, palliative care, acupuncture, laser therapy. The practice owner is Veterinarian Dr. Jaclyn Morency Coble, who has an extensive background in Vet medicine. Learn how Sea Legs got it's much talked about name (listen to our short on our Facebook page) and how to make an appointment for your beloved pet. www.sealegs...

Sep 08, 202327 min

Breeds Part 2

We have an amazing guest host with us for this episode Jill Houseal who won a raffle at Quiz Night to host with us on the podcast. We chat about breeds, the most popular and also the rarest breeds! Can you guess what the rarest breed of dog is? OR can you guess the most popular? Due to battery issues we have two parts to this episode. Thank you for listening! Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas Support the Show.www.itisRUFFout...

Sep 04, 202318 min

Breeds Part 1

What have an amazing guest host with us for this episode Jill Houseal who won a raffle at Quiz Night! We chat about breeds, the most popular and also the rarest breeds! Can you guess what the rarest breed of dog is? OR can you guess the most popular? Thank you for listening! Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas Support the Show.www.itisRUFFoutthere.com

Sep 04, 202331 min

Bites

Kelly & Kim welcome Lucinda Von Lavender to join them in the studio. Lucinda is a delightful and funny addition to the podcast for this episode about bites and other funny tales. No convertible chat this evening; too hot, stormy & swampy out…so we stayed in with Bailey”s frozen drinks, can you tell? Please be aware: dogs barking in the background Thank you for listening & sharing our show with others. Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created &nbs...

Jul 15, 202343 min

Summer Safety

Kelly & Kim are enjoying cruising around this summer to chat in different locations. For Season 8 "Kelly & Kim Convertible Chats" will hopefully entertain you. For this 1st episode they land at the Natick Common, seated in a set of Adirondack chairs to watch the world go by and talk about pet Summer Safety. Want premium content created just for you, become a subscriber!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1759873/subscribePodcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed ...

Jul 06, 202345 min

Precision Pet Urgent Care

Meet the folks at Precision Pet Urgent Care in Plainville MA. We talk about all the info you may need for a visit to your local Urgent Care. We chat with Dr Forbert Kaluba, DVM and Felicia, Practice Manager all about the new Urgent Care in town.Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas Support the Show.www.itisRUFFoutthere.com

Apr 08, 202336 min

Natick Community Organic Farm

We chat with Haley & Erin from the Natick Community Organic Farm aka NCOF. We talk about the workings of the farm & met some BABIES! Baby chicks & bunnies. Want to volunteer at a really fun place? Info@natickfarm.org www.natickfarm..org Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas Support the Show.www.itisRUFFoutthere.com

Apr 01, 202345 min

A Memoir

We welcome Gloria to our podcast today to talk about a book she has written and is in the process of publishing about her dog Teddy Bear. She shares with us the raw emotions of what it feels like losing a beloved dog. In her honesty and straightforward chat, we learn that so many people can be helped who have lost a pet. We talk about the cultural lack of compassion that dog owners sometimes receive from family, work, friends + when grieving a pet and we hope to one day to end the...

Mar 10, 202344 min

Boston Dog Lawyers 2023

Jeremy Cohen from Boston Dog Lawyers records with us again and we are so very honored! We asked our community for questions to ask Jeremy and he answers them all. We touch upon Ollie's Law:https://www.mspca.org/animal_protection/ollieslaw/?fbclid=IwAR21BnACWTRpTiscMhqqfxukGMfU_dLgmTSIqbtzLI4pftPCG-5S9rXPKyM&mibextid=S66gvFand other important dog law issues. We chat about fence gate safety, dog bites, Dangerous Dog Hearings, being a responsible dog owner, rabies vaccines, dog custody ...

Mar 01, 202356 min

Bijas Bees

We take a little trip to the gorgeous area of Concord MA to meet up with Bija to chat about her bees! While there we found a stunning garden, lots of birds at the feeders and learning about how important bees are to our lives, community and environment. Bija is not only a dedicated bee keeper, but a stunning bag maker and quilter & turtle rescuer. You can follow Bija on instagram at bijas_beeswww.bijasbees.com Please DO NOT use pesticides, it kills the precious bees 🐝 Podca...

Feb 13, 202350 min

Matt’s Menagerie

Matt Brand is in the studio with us to chat about the menagerie of pets he has at his home. We learn that Kelly knows a great deal about fish and Kim's favorite car song growing up was "We Built This City" by Starship. This is a totally fun & random episode as we weave in thoughts from our growing up in the 1980s. Is Matt and his family ready for a puppy? You decide. Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas Support the Show.www.itisRUFFoutthe...

Jan 22, 202357 min

Wild Birds Unlimited

Susan and her amazing staff welcomed us to her store called Wild Birds Unlimited in Sudbury MA. She has been at this location for over 30 years. This place is dangerous folks, in a good way, as there are so many great things to buy! Susan also owns another store in Woburn MA. Backyard feeding of birds is so fun. Check out their info at: www.sudbury.wbu.com & www.woburn.wbu.comHOT items for the Winter: Hot Pepper Bird Food, helps with squirrels Be seasonally savvy when feeding wi...

Jan 16, 202329 min

Guardian Angels Cat Rescue

We welcome Susan, Co-Founder & Paula, Foster Mom from Guardian Angels Cat Rescue to discuss CATs! We thank our sponsors: www.metropetsnatick.com www.silkvet.com What to be a sponsor? Please reach out to:itisruffoutthere@gmail.com Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas Support the Show.www.itisRUFFoutthere.com

Dec 31, 202240 min

The Incredible Dunkyn

A tough story about an incredible dog Dunkyn, told by her owner Kelli (with some Beagle baying at the beginning of the recording). She also talks about another adventure she is emBARKING on, her Boston Marathon 2023 run for the Michael Lisnow Respite Center in Hopkinton Mass. www.KelliRunsBoston.comPodcast sponsored by: www.silkvet.com www.metropetsnatick.com Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas Support the Show.www.itisRUFFoutthere.com

Dec 09, 202222 min

Cooper Found His Farm

Our podcast is brought to you by our sponsors: www.metropetsnatick.comwww.silkvet.comWe are excited to share this heartwarming story about how Cooper found his home at Glen Hill Farm in Natick. Our guest Maureen tells us the story about the farm and Cooper. Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas Support the Show.www.itisRUFFoutthere.com

Nov 18, 202243 min

Brew Biscuits

Chris, owner & creator of www.brew-biscuits.com is in the studio to tell us about his yummy dog treats made from your favorite craft beers! AND the biscuits are "double lab tested!" Thank you to our sponsors:www.silkvet.com & www.metropetsnatick.com Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas Support the Show.www.itisRUFFoutthere.com

Nov 04, 202235 min

Convertible Chat

We are back! We chat about recording a podcast episode in Kim's convertible, which didn't work well...so we needed to record in the studio.Wayside Quilters Guild Quilt Show at Lincoln Sudbury HS and Kelly's Place in Norton MA. Do you host a Friendsgiving? We are thinking of hosting one!www.metropetsnatick.com SHOUT OUT to Neo who was getting a bath today and passed his Canine Good CitizenThank you www.silkvet.comHow have you memorialized your beloved pet? SHOUT OUT to our frie...

Oct 03, 202227 min

Rabies WHAT?

We took a little break! Why? Kelly’s son is getting married soon & Kim has been working on a family dedication. As we all know Kim likes to chat about Rabies...but there is some important information to know about this subject when you have dogs & cats. All our thanks to:www.westonnurseries.com www.silkvet.com www.metropetsnatick.com Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas Support the Show.www.itisRUFFoutthere.com

Aug 26, 202252 min

Workin' Dogs

Should dogs be allowed in the workplace? Should there be restrictions? We chat with Tim who brings his dog Ellie to work with him on some Fridays. We also hear from our loyal listeners James & Mel in regards to working from home with dogs & work places that are dog friendly.Shout Out to www.zitisofnatick.com for welcoming us to record at their restaurant and serve us yummy Lobster Ravioli. We chat about CGC or Canine Good Citizen https://www.akc.org/products-services/training-programs...

Jul 29, 202238 min

Spencer & Penny

We chat with Rich from www.theHenrystudio.com about his amazing dogs Spencer & Penny, Golden Retrievers, who are known to cheer on the Boston Marathon runners since 2015. Spencer loves to hold things and is known to hold the Boston Strong sign. They do so much more & are two very busy pups. Their birthdays are coming up and there is a Celebration on Saturday, July 30th. Everyone is invited. https://www.facebook.com/Spencerpowrs/We thank our sponsors: www.silkvet.com www.Pe...

Jul 23, 202248 min

Scent Detection & Beyond

Lily talks with us about her work with dogs in Scent Detection & also MRI training. Her background is in Animal Behavior and more. This is a fascinating episode. We thank our friend Jill for introducing us to Lily! How could we continue on recording without these generous sponsors: www.silkvet.com www. MetroPetsNatick.com www.PetVRA.cowww.westonnurseries.com You can also help by donating on our website at www.itisRUFFoutthere.com We can’t thank you enoug...

Jul 22, 20221 hr 6 min

Sharon & Bronco

Well guess who came to Dog Days in Hopkinton at www.westonnurseries.com ?Sharon & her nephew dog Bronco. Bronco is a darling 2 year old, German Shepherd/Retriever mix. Kelly's dog Rylee got her grooming today at www.metropetsnatick.comThere is a secret that Kim & Sharon reveal on this episode. Please give some love to our sponsors! Without them, this podcast would not be possible. www.silkvet.com www.petvra.cowww.MetroPetsnatick.com www.westonnurseries.com&nbs...

Jul 15, 202223 min

Tummy Troubles

Caution! We are going to talk a lot about Vomiting & Diarrhea! We are lucky to have an EXPERT on the subject to chat with us, Dr. Marion Silk, DVM from www.silkvet.comLearn about when you may need to call your Vet for V & D. We play a game called "My Dog Ordered a Pizza" and have so much fun with Dr. Silk. Check out our super duper sponsors:www.silkvet.com www.petvra.comwww.metropetsnatick.comwww.westonnurseries.com Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by K...

Jul 08, 20221 hr 4 min

Farm Pond Dog Park

We met up in the City of Framingham MA to check out the Farm Pond Park area where the new Dog Park is. Looks amazing, lots to do in this area. There is a playground, skate park, level walking areas, water areas, stunning scenery. On this windy day we also learn about the 57 acre site of the former World War II Army hospital at Cushing Park.The NEW Framingham Dog Park looks amazing. There is a flat area with some agility-like equipment, lots of seating areas and then a hilly area. W...

Jul 01, 202227 min

Latte the Yorkie

We met Latte Nyguen the Yorkie who is quite a traveller. We met him & his owners over at www.westonnurseries.com for Dog Days!Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas Support the Show.www.itisRUFFoutthere.com

Jun 26, 20229 min

Humane Training

We met in Kim’s living room one Friday evening for cocktails with Jill from www.MetroPetsNatick.com & Kim from Dingo Dog Studio. We discuss the importance of interviewing a humane trainer prior to hiring them. You may hear Kelly in the background creating a cocktail or two! We thank our sponsors! www.PetVRA.cowww.SilkVet.com www.westonnurseries.com www.MetroPetsNatick.com Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas Support t...

Jun 10, 20221 hr 37 min
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