Episodes

  • Famous dog owners

    Famous dog owners
    Feb 22 2026
    What a great episode we have for you this week. Dr Rob tells us a horror story about an emergency with a bloated dog, would you know what to do?. Also we talk about some of the most famous dog owners in history and their precious mutts. And is your dog left handed or right handed? We also spill the beans on dog breeding in Australia. Plus much more. Enjoy

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    28 mins
  • We're back! With the hair of the dog

    We're back! With the hair of the dog
    Jan 27 2026
    Welcome to 2026 and THE DOGGY POD. Dr Rob is back and full of beans, and probably too much of a lot of other things as well. This week we talk all things dogs coats and what will work in your home. Also, can you hurt a dogs feelings and if so, will they cry? Dr Rob also talka about the holiday season at Zambi Wildlife Shelter and have you ever heard of a Peruvian Inca Orchid? Plus much much more. Enjoy

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    31 mins
  • Nutty Dogs

    Nutty Dogs
    Dec 14 2025
    This week Dr Rob talks about some of the smartest breeds of dogs and some of the ones that are maybe a little 'challenged' in the training department. Also with Christmas just around the corner, is it safe to share your Christmas nuts? And Dr Rob talks all things Germain Shepherds, including things I'm sure you didn't know. Plus much more.

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    32 mins
  • Why do dogs want to please us sooooo much?

    Why do dogs want to please us sooooo much?
    Nov 23 2025
    What an action packed show this one is. Dr Rob has to rush off and help a young couple have sex next door....dogs of course. But before he does, we talk about his very long career as one of Australia's leading vets. We also discuss some of the most expensive procedures your dog can have and why do they love us unconditionally and want to please us so much? Find out all the answers, plus much more in this special episode.

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    32 mins
  • It's zoomie time

    It's zoomie time
    Nov 9 2025
    This week Dr Rob talks all things zoomies...does your dog do zoomies? We also talk about CBD treatments for dogs to keep them chilled out and pain free. And does your dog singalong to your favourite songs? Why do some dogs howl at certain frequencies? All the answers right here! Plus much more.

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    23 mins
  • What time is it?

    What time is it?
    Oct 28 2025
    Hi Everyone, yes a new episode has finally arrived. Dr Rob has been away and a very busy boy, for someone who is supposed to be in retirement! Time is a funny thing, so just how much do our dogs understand about time? There's also the second part of Dr Rob's fascinating interview with author Sarah Rutten on her book 'The Canine Perspective'. And August trashes our studio!

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    24 mins
  • The 'lots of good information' episode

    The 'lots of good information' episode
    Oct 16 2025
    This week, Dr Rob talks with Canine Behaviour specialist and author- Sarah Rutten. It's a fascinating listen and a great insight into how our dogs think. Dr Rob's dog August also has a 'near death' experience and we answer a question from one of our listeners about her weeing dog, plus much more.

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    33 mins
  • Hey you with the flat nose...

    Hey you with the flat nose...
    Sep 29 2025
    This week Dr Rob continues his interview with the man behind one of the largest survey's on pet ownership in Australia. We also talk about dogs with flat noses and what sort of special needs they have. And more listener questions...plus much more stuff!

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    31 mins