The Soul Touched by Dogs Podcast Won the Women in Podcasting Award in the Pets & Animals Category 💥🎉

THANK YOU 🙏

I was pretty excited when I received the invitation to the award ceremony saying that the Soul Touched by Dogs podcast was in the top 3.

Best Pets & Animals Podcast .. and the winner is …

Listen to my 1-minute acceptance speech (it should take you there directly but if it doesn’t, and you don’t want to sit through the entire ceremony, I’m at minute 24:58):

The recognition is lovely but what I'm most grateful for is all the support the podcast has received.

I knew from the many messages people sent telling me they'd voted that we were "in the race" but still didn't really expect to win anything.-

It’s great to know that there are so many Souls Touched by Dogs.

Sending a massive THANK YOU 🙏 to everyone who voted, and all my amazing guests who shared their pawsome work with like-minded souls.

We're just getting started ..

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Coming up …

Soul Touched by Dogs LIVE Masterclass

Join us for

"Choice Based Education for Reactive Dogs Using ACE Freework" with Joanne Burton

7th November, 10:30am Europe (9:30am UK, 8:30pm Sydney)(HERE is what time that is for you)

Why dogs are reactive, and the impact that choice has on dogs' behaviour.

You might remember Joanne from a last week’s podcast episode.

In this session, we'll explore how ACE freework supports reactive dogs and their caregivers.

You'll learn

👉 How freework is different from enrichment

👉 How freework can help a dog not be so reactive

👉 What happens (or not :-) if we give our dogs control and choice

👉 What the average dog owner can do to improve their dog's life

About Joanne:

Canine Educator and wellbeing Consultant.

Only authorised ACE freework practitioner in Australia

Specialising in Reactive Dogs

This week’s Pawsome Human: Vrushali and Blossom - Bypass the Steep Cost of Regret

“Early on, I decided if my child can be well mannered without having candy every time he throws a tantrum, then my dogs don't need treats either,“ says Vrushali.

In this heartwarming episode, I chat with Vrushali who is passionate about creating loving and harmonious relationships with our dogs.

Vrushali, a remote consultant from India, supports career-oriented pet parents in the US and Europe.

She shares her journey with her dogs, Blossom and Marshall, and offers tips on integrating rescue pets into your family, emphasizing the need for compassion and quality time.

I was blown away by her methodical approach when it came to preparing herself and her family for the arrival of her dogs.

Vrushali also points out common mistakes new pet parents tend to make and offers gentle approaches to better understand and train dogs. She offers invaluable advice on fostering beautiful relationships with your dog.

Grab a cuppa and join a delightful conversation (and yes, please like and subscribe to help the baby YouTube channel grow 🙏)

To find out more and connect with Vrushali:

Website: https://vrushaliandblossom.com/does-a-rescue-dog-need-training/

Bio: “We welcomed Golden Retriever puppy girl Blossom in April 2018 and Marshal, our very own rehomed adult Catalan Sheepdog rescue, our secret Santa in December 2018. The no-treats formula took time, modification, patience and hard work on my part- but I can confidently attest- it worked for us!
I like to say "I had 6 months of hard work for many many honeymoon years!"

My name is Vrushali, Operations Manager with Blossom my Telepathy energy partner at vrushaliandblossom.com

Together we are your personal mentors for properly goofing off. Sifting through a superficial lifestyle to get to the sparkle of living a rich, meaningful life. With a little help from your very own fur buddies.”

1. Purchase of the 9$ guidebook includes a 45-minute discussion (with complimentary 7 days chat support) with me about dog parenting!
https://airtable.com/app3SxMslk20TkTsh/pagKRXb9KIQkYLqRs/form

2. For Anke's listeners, like a post on my IG and then DM me with any dog parenting concerns you may have at no-cost!

Social media links:

LI for career-oriented dog parents: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vrushalijadhav/
IG for dog parenting fun: https://www.instagram.com/vrushali_2woofs/
YT for dog parenting informative + lifestyle videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsVtQnCCRZkJZDbn1sgJCOw

If you prefer to listen ... subscribe to the PODCAST

It’s on Apple podcasts and everywhere else, so you can access it from your favourite podcast app.

If you enjoy listening, please consider leaving a rating and review so other dog lovers can find the show and join the doggie fun.

If you’re not using Apple podcasts, GoodPods is a great app that makes that easy.

Managing destructive behavior

Dogs chew.

That’s not necessarily a problem.

Although it sure felt like one to me when I found myself avoiding the lovely shoemaker who’d made me custom leather sandals 🤪

I didn’t want to lie to him when he asked how I liked the sandals but I wasn’t sure how he’d feel about the truth, “I only wore them once before Leo tore them into shreds and ate the straps 😛”

If your dog has ruined more of your stuff than you care to admit, you might enjoy these tips:

https://petsummits.com/managing-destructive-chewing-behaviors-in-dogs/

Are you a canine professional?

A trainer, coach, behaviorist, nutritionist, holistic vet, or other canine expert with a holistic, kindness-first approach?

Would you like to be a guest on the podcast? Do you know someone you think would make a great guest?

Is your business ready for an upgrade to lift the limits on how much you can earn, without working even more, or hiring a big team?

Go (or send them) to https://soultouchedbydogs.com/pros

Check out the Shop

How about a mug with a picture of YOUR dog, for your morning coffee or as a gift, using the proceeds to sponsor dogs in need and help the people who help dogs?

If you’d like one, hit reply and let me know.

Send me a good-quality photo of your dog and I’ll create the design and send you a link where you can purchase it.

They get made to order so it takes 10-12 days to arrive. €15 + shipping.

(Shipping depends on where you are of course but will be somewhere around €5-12. I’ll check for you before I go and create the design, so there won’t be any surprises)

Get your Soul Touched by Dogs t-shirt

The moment I had the idea for the mugs, I knew I also wanted t-shirts 😝 and I’m super happy with mine 🐾🐾😊😊

If you want, you can get yours here https://mavericks.tpopsite.com/product/t-shirt-woman-soul-touched-by-dogs-dark-blue (they come in a few different colours)

If it doesn’t come in your size, let me know. I do work with another supplier so we can find an option that works for you.

Just like with the mugs, the proceeds will be donated to help dogs in need.

And as always ..

If you know another Soul Touched by Dogs, please send them to https://soultouchedbydogs.com 🙏🙏🐾🐾

Until next week,

Anke