The Good Dog Pod

Recent episodes

1. Understanding Tests Used to Assess Stud Dog Fertility from The Good Dog Pod

   Jul 29, 20261 hr 3 min

   Dr. Peggy Root explains how a breeding soundness examination and semen evaluation are important in determining fertility in male dogs. This webinar also delves into less commonly used tests that aid fertility understanding, such as testicular ultrasound, hypoosmotic swelling testing, and assessment for acrosomal integrity and DNA damage. Watch the video version of the presentation here .

2. Rating Neonates with the Puppy APGAR Scoring System from The Good Dog Pod

   Jul 15, 202650 min

   Carla Barstow, DVM, MS, DACT explains how to use puppy APGAR scoring to recognize distress in neonates. Designed to capture puppy vitality, the puppy APGAR scoring system rates neonatal performance in five areas that are key to survival. Watch the video version of the presentation here .

3. Understanding the Nutritional Needs of Puppies from The Good Dog Pod

   Jul 1, 202654 min

   Dr. RuthAnn Lobos, DVM, CCRT, CVAT teaches us about important nutrients for puppies, offer practical advice to support their immune system and provide useful guidance to help set them up for lifelong health and success. Watch the video version of the presentation here .

4. Genetic Diversity and Population Health from The Good Dog Pod

   Jun 3, 202651 min

   Adam Boyko, PhD continues his conversation on the coefficient of inbreeding (COI). This webinar focuses on genetic diversity, and addresses the balance between breeding healthy, genetically sound dogs while conforming to the breed standard. New genomic methods have advanced the way conservation geneticists think about population genetic health and provide insights into strategies for preserving and improving genetic health in dogs. Watch the video version of this presentation here .

5. Coefficient of Inbreeding from The Good Dog Pod

   May 20, 202653 min

   Advances in genomics have made accurate COI measurements easier than ever, but understanding how to interpret these values and why they often differ substantially from pedigree-based COI estimates can be tricky. Adam Boyko, PhD does a deep dive into genetics to help you learn all about COI – what it measures, how it’s calculated, and why it’s important. Watch the video version of this presentation here .

6. Using Screening Health Tests from The Good Dog Pod

   May 6, 20261 hr 4 min

   Fran Smith, DVM, PhD, DACT discusses how to select breeding stock to help you improve your breeding outcomes. Watch the video version of the presentation here .

7. The Spin on AI from The Good Dog Pod

   Apr 22, 202649 min

   Julie Cecere, DVM, MS, DACT discusses the current research related to types of artificial insemination and semen processing for better breeding outcomes. Can differences in the route of insemination, types of semen, and owner versus veterinary handling impact pregnancy rates, litter sizes and overall outcomes? Watch the video version of this presentation here .

8. The Power of Genotype & Phenotype in Dog Breeding from The Good Dog Pod

   Apr 8, 202649 min

   Discover the limits and benefits of a dog’s genetic evaluation versus its phenotypic diagnostics. Both can be used effectively to have a powerful impact on your bloodline. Watch the video version of this presentation here.

9. Tips on Hands-On Whelping & Raising Puppies from The Good Dog Pod

   Mar 25, 202646 min

   Gain practical knowledge about the essentials of safely managing the whelping process and supporting puppies through their earliest, most critical weeks. Learn about preparation, hands-on techniques, early health monitoring and best practices for setting puppies up for a strong, healthy start. Watch the video version of this presentation here.

10. Breeder Mythbusters: Top 10 Myths in Canine Reproduction from The Good Dog Pod

    Mar 11, 20261 hr 7 min

    Andrea Hesser, DVM, DACT explore facts and fiction regarding some of the most common myths in canine reproduction. Watch the video version of the presentation here .

11. Pro Plan AdvantEDGE: Learn About Life-Changing Nutrition from The Good Dog Pod

    Feb 25, 202649 min

    Capture the science behind the next generation of specialized Pro Plan nutrition. Pro Plan AdvantEDGE Digestive Support Plus Salmon & Oat Meal and Pro Plan Advantage Senior Support Plus Chicken & Rice are powerful, triple-action formulas backed by years of research to deliver life-changing support for digestive health or healthy aging. These breakthrough formulations target the nutritional needs of adult dogs and include formulas for small-breed and large-breed adult dogs. Watch the video version of this presentation here .

12. Best Practices for the Welfare of Breeding Animals from The Good Dog Pod

    Feb 11, 202659 min

    What is the earliest age at which you should breed a female? How should you house brood females and stud dogs? What routine testing or veterinary care should be provided over a female or stud dog’s breeding life? Peggy Root Kustritz, DVM, PhD, DACT reviews common practices and recommendations from reproduction veterinarians to help you make informed decisions in your breeding program. Watch the video version of the presentation here .

13. TCI Retrospective Study Reveals Breeding Insights from The Good Dog Pod

    Jan 28, 202646 min

    Transcervical insemination has evolved to become an efficient breeding tool since its beginning in the 1970s. Joshua Trumble, DVM discusses a study conducted by theriogenologists at Ohio State University which looked at using semen and sedation types to predict pregnancy rate and litter size. Watch the video version of this presentation here .

14. CHIC and the Ins & Outs of the OFA from The Good Dog Pod

    Dec 31, 20251 hr 7 min

    Learn from the president of the OFA, Fran Smith, DVM PhD DACT, about the history of the Canine Health Information Center and how breed health tests can be used in your breeding program to produce healthy dogs. Find out who the specialty groups are who validate the tests and how they can help you learn to use these tests to benefit your dogs. Watch the video version of this presentation here .

15. A Backstage Pass to Freezing Semen + Postmortem Sperm Rescue from The Good Dog Pod

    Dec 10, 20251 hr 19 min

    Andrea Hesser, DVM DACT gives a step-by-step walkthrough of a frozen semen appointment to help you understand what to expect. In addition, learn what can be done to save sperm postmortem or in crisis situations. Watch the video version of this presentation here .

16. Breeders' Roundtable Q&A from The Good Dog Pod

    Nov 26, 202555 min

    Dr. Smith, Dr. Barstow, and Dr. Cecere joined us for a Roundtable Q&A where they answered your questions about breeding. Learn about everything from progesterone to artificial insemination in this session. Watch the video version of this presentation here .

17. Newborns: When Puppies Crash and Burn! from The Good Dog Pod

    Nov 12, 20251 hr 5 min

    Discover the differences between neonates and adult dogs and why the first few weeks of life are critical. Learn about optimal husbandry, emergent conditions, support of the neonate and when to involve your veterinarian. Watch the video version of this presentation here .

18. Pre-Breeding Genetic Counseling from The Good Dog Pod

    Oct 29, 202532 min

    Assessing a dog’s health and genetic background prior to breeding are key to minimizing the risk of passing on inherited diseases to offspring. Dr. Carla Barstow explains what’s involved in making informed breeding decisions. Watch the video version of this presentation here .

19. The Most Common Breeding Problems from The Good Dog Pod

    Oct 15, 202551 min

    Fran Smith, DVM PhD DACT discusses how to avoid common problems with breeding. The number one cause of reproductive failure is improper timing. Learn about normal cycling behavior, cycle intervals and progesterone testing to help you determine the ideal time to breed your female. Learn about breeding options from natural service to side-by-side AI to chilled and frozen semen. Watch the video version of the presentation here.

20. Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Supplements: Achieving Optimal Health from The Good Dog Pod

    Oct 1, 202551 min

    RuthAnn Lobos DVM, CCRT, CVAT addresses the common claims made around supplements, explaining the quality, safety, and efficacy of Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Supplements. Watch the video version of this presentation here .