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A Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life Archive: Anna's Love Letter to DogsAs it was Valentine's just the other day we thought we'd share again this episode from 2021.Follow Anna on:https://annawebb.co.uk We encourage you to feed your dog raw and believe Paleo Ridge is the best place to start!Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productionshttps://podpeopleproductions.co.uk/  Music by Mike Hanson  Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraits  Art work by https://jaijo.com2025-02-161h 02A Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life Archive: Genevieve FoxAs our August Archive Season continues Anna meets up with Author & Journalist, Genevieve Fox, and her Miniature Schnauzer, Pepper on Hampstead Heath. Retracing their time training on an ‘experience’ walk, where Anna highlighted some training tips. That walk was for an article in The Observer magazine about walking your own dog, and how it helps your dog’s and your own well-being.  Passionate about punctuating your dog’s day, and building proactive games into an everyday walk for extra enrichment.  Anna demonstrated how to connect with your dog and make the walk interactive. Genevieve and Anna chat sitting on a log that...2024-08-2540 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbA Year Since Anna Lost GremlinIn loving memory of Gremlin, who Anna lost a year ago, we replay one of our favourite shows: Anna's chat with Dr Zazie Todd - CompanionAnimal Psychology -  talking about her book Purr. In our conversation on cats , the lack of science on their behaviour (compared to dogs), she recount several hilarious anecdotes on Gremlin, which will make you realise why she named him Gremlin, the lengths he went for to help Molly when she was poorly, and why Gremlin was quite a cat for someone’s first feline! He is so missed, but we hope is he is reu...2024-06-0945 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbThe Wonders of Bone BrothWe’re joined by Rachel Down of Boil & Broth talking about how her journey discovering the huge health benefits of Bone Broth. Following a dead end road on courses of antibiotics, which seemed to make her worse, it was discovering the power of nutrition, especially bone broth that led to her transformation to being slimline, and in full vibrant health. By researching how between 70-80 per cent of  immune system resides in our gut lining, suddenly Rachel had the ‘eureka’ moment. Wanting to spread the word on the nutritional values of bone broth to help restore the micr...2024-05-1952 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna Webb2024: So Far So GoodOnly two weeks into the new year and already a raft of positive news in the dog world. So much so, Anna and producer Mike Hanson round up the latest - from the South Korean ban on dog meat (and some startling discoveries of countries where it is NOT illegal to eat dog meat including the UK), to Parliament finally making Dog Abduction a crime to Anna's march on the Can the Kibble protest in Parliament Square this week. Plus they look ahead to Crufts 2024 and plan on what A Dog's Life can do there this year. ...2024-01-2136 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbTis the Season to be Dog Friendly: CinemaIn the second part of our festive Dog Friendly episodes, Anna and the gang go to the dog friendly screenings at the Picture House Cinema originally aired in July 2023.Anna is joined by Amber Pegden, Marketing Manager at The Picture House Central. Based in Piccadilly in the heart of London’s Theatreland and Soho, it's also home to very special dog friendly screenings. Amber has been instrumental in creating this extremely popular dog-centric cinematic experience. She chats about why as a dog owner herself she understands why fellow dog owners would prefer to go and see films wi...2023-12-3143 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbBarking at the NationThis week Anna chats to broadcaster Jo Good about the journey of the famous ‘dog slot' on BBC radio that she's co-hosted with Anna for 14 years and now is broadcast across the UK.  Recapping on how they met, they talk about the media and dogs and how post pandemic the world of dogs has shifted. Anna and Jo touch on interviews and the messages to get across,  reminisce about their first dogs that were TV and radio naturals,  and about how this year is quite landmark with legislation tightening its grip with Public Space Protection Orders, the XL Bully ban...2023-11-2644 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbBonus: Paleo Ridge at the London Vet ShowIn this special bonus episode Anna catches up Paleo Ridge at the London Vet Show, talking about why the company is supporting the Raw Feeding Vet Society RFVS at the event. In response to the demand from customers to learn more about feeding a whole food species appropriate diet, the RFVS were inundated with interest fromVets at the show. Grabbing a few minutes with Paleo Ridge’s Will Green and Esther Logue, we chatted about a shift in perceptions. As dog owners opt for healthier eating themselves, it's inevitable that pet parents are transferring their learning to the...2023-11-1723 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbLucy MeggesonThis week we’re joined by the amazing animal lover Lucy Meggeson to talk about her cat called Johnny Depp. On the rare, yet significant appearance of a cat on A DOG’S LIFE, is to celebrate cats and pay tribute to Anna’s late cat, Gremlin, but also to talk about Anna’s and Lucy’s mutual connection, which is Johnny Depp.Lucy's own ground breaking podcast - Spinsterhood Reimagined - dares to investigate the elusive yet secretly celebrated world of Spinsterhood. What it means and its growth as arguably a very cool demographi...2023-08-2749 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbDog Friendly CinemaThis week we’re joined by Amber Pegden, Marketing Manager at The Picture House Central. Based in Piccadilly in the heart of London’s Theatreland and Soho, it's also home to very special dog friendly screenings. Amber has been instrumental in creating this extremely popular dog-centric cinematic experience. She chats about why as a dog owner herself she understands why fellow dog owners would prefer to go and see films with their dogs. Interestingly it's not to see Lassie or 101 Dalmatians, its the latest ‘blockbuster’ movies. We talk about how Anna’s own Mr Binks is a seasoned cinema goer, and...2023-07-3041 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life Archive: The Forever DogHappy New Year from A Dog's Life. To start the year Anna brings you our most popular episode to date. Dr Karen and Rodney Habib joined Anna in 2021 to talk about their New York Times best selling book, The Forever Dog.If you love A Dog's Life and would like to help support the show why not become a Patreon backer where you can also have access to some exclusive content. For more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover...2023-01-0155 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life Archive: Rupert SheldrakeMerry Christmas from A Dog's Life. To celebrate Christmas Day, Anna brings you her favourite episode from the archive. The pre eminent Cambridge professor and author of Dogs That Know When Their Owners Are Coming Hone, Dr Rupert Sheldrake from 2020.If you love A Dog's Life and would like to help support the show why not become a Patreon backer where you can also have access to some exclusive content. For more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art...2022-12-2531 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbThe All Dogs Matter Christmas CarolsThis week we bring you highlights of the All Dogs Matter Christmas Carols at St Anne's Church in Soho, London. Anna spoke to old friends like Ira Moss, founder of the charity and Peter Egan and new friends like Regan Armani, Director of the Young Talent Academy whose choir was  once on Britain's Got Talent, and provided the main entertainment of the night, and Simon Buckley, Rector of St Anne's, who told her of the church's history.Support All Dogs Matter hereLearn more about St Anne's Church hereCheck out the Young T...2022-12-1826 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbThe Haute Dogs CalendarThis week Anna is joined by Milliner Awon Golding and top Photographer Lucy Reeve, talking about this year’s Haute Dogs calendar which is in aid of the Jai Dog rescue. For the first time Awon and Lucy flew out to Thailand to take the stunning photos captured for the calendar. Featuring 12 amazing rescued street dogs who all have their story to tell. Jai Dog works tirelessly to neuter and offer medical assistance to hundreds of dogs living rough on the hectic streets of Thailand. The crowning glory of the calendar is the range of glorious hats designed by tw...2022-12-1129 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbThe Christmas Stocking Stuffer!This week we chat to select handful of British companies that offer sustainable, natural, and value for money products as stocking fillers that both you and your dog will love this Christmas. We talk to Lee Sargent, co-founder of the award-winning grooming and lifestyle brand Sniffe & Likkit. He discusses why the brand fulfills a huge gap in the market for a grooming range that contains no hidden nasties and is based on years of living with dogs, truly understanding what you and your dog really want. Emma and Lu, from Dog Ea...2022-12-0450 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbDr Sean WensleyThis week Anna is joined by PDSA Vet Sean Wensley chatting about his book Through A Vet’s Eyes. As a candid exploration of how we live with animals in the modern world, Sean explains why we mustn’t lose touch with nature and all animals in the natural world. They offer stark contrast to our farm animals and pets being kept in captivity. We discuss the importance to understand the Five Domains: Nutrition, Behaviour,  Physical health, the Environment, and the Mental Health of all animals. In the wild animals these domains are provided naturally through survival, but Sean argue...2022-11-2738 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbCalming For DogsThis week Anna is joined by Dale Nash from Pawable to discuss the first collagen (Collar-gen) for dogs. As the market booms in humans for collagen (and for good reason) it's important to understand that just as it depletes in us as we age, the same is true in our dogs. Not only 100% natural, the Collar-gen is species appropriate and easily absorbed through the gut. As a very important structural protein abundant in all our cells, it helps with mobility, skin & coat and digestion. The success of Collar-gen since its launch earlier this year is testament to its efficacy...2022-11-2029 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbAmit and Kika returnThis week Anna welcomes back Dr Amit Patel and his famous Guide Dog, Kika. We chat about a new programme on Cbeebies called Dog Squad which is all about teaching children just how amazing dogs are in helping their owners. For Dr Amit, Kika is his eyes. There are four other superhero dogs featured: Tinks, Sylvie, Meagaidh and Diesel. They all have amazing jobs! We chat about how the TV show also aims to break down preconceptions on disabilities, and explain why dogs can help people live independent lives. Giving an educational view on dogs and how they help...2022-11-1330 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbLisa TullyThis week Anna is joined by Animal Communicator and Holistic Healer, Lisa Tully. We chat about how Lisa who worked in the pharmaceutical sector for years before becoming disheartened, and looking for health solutions that resonated with her. We chat about how a trip to Mongolia and a course in Shamanism changed her pathway forever, releasing some deeper energetic force. Her aim to help pet parents and their animals overcome trauma, holding onto stress, and achieve balance mentally and emotionally. Lisa draws on flower essences, herbs and botanicals as solutions, and gives her suggestions to keep pets calm through...2022-11-0640 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbTrick or Treats!This week Anna is joined by Roz Lishak co-founder of By Benji to chat about Trick and Treat on Howl-O-Ween. We chat about the range of unique Biltong beef treats that are made in the UK by slowly air-drying the beef in a herbal marinade for extra tenderness and palatability. And why By Benji is all about championing healthy species appropriate treats to complement a healthy natural diet for your pooch. Anna is conscious that many people forget how treats count to the overall health and calorie intake for your dog. And why using high value rewards you can...2022-10-3032 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbFirework Season with Dr Sam Gaines of the RSPCAWith firework season coming up Anna welcomes back Dr Sam Gaines of the RSPCA to chat about how you can start preparing your dog now to deal with fireworks that now start at Halloween, through Bonfire Night, Dwali, Christmas and New Year by learning to see the signs of stress in your dog and to create a safe space for them. Anna and Sam also talk about the progress (or lack there of) of various animal welfare bills currently in Parliament, the increase in dog biting, and a new media campaign to add more breeds to the list of...2022-10-2341 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbDorwest HerbsThis week Anna is joined by Jo Boughton-White, Managing Director of Dorwest Herbs. Visiting their HQ in Dorchester, the Dorwest team show Anna around the facility, and chat about how their award winning range of Herbal supplements are produced. Conscious of the very best practice with quality ingredients, the supplements are made to pharmaceutical standards. We chat about the history of the company, now run by Jo as the third generation of this family business. Looking back at press cuttings from as far back as the 1950’s , Anna and Jo discuss why the heritage of Dorwest is so significant as...2022-10-1645 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbDiscover DogsThis week Anna is joined by Bill Lambert from The Kennel Club talking about London’s biggest dog event - Discover Dogs 15-16 October at the Excel Centre. It’s a doggy dream day out for all dog lovers, especially those aspiring to bring a dog into your life. As a fun weekend highlighting a host of dog activities like Agility,  we chat about how over 150 dog breeds will be showcased by their officiados, experts in every breed. It gives people the chance to get up close to the dogs they may have thought would be a perfect match. But m...2022-10-0928 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbAssistance Dogs Assessment AssociationThis week Anna is over the moon to get the scoop on a new charity - Assistance Dog Assessment Association. She is joined by two of the Trustees, Richard Mearns and Selina Valentine, along with Richard’s Assistance Dog, Ziggy. We chat about why the charity has been launched; namely to clarify what defines an Assistance Dog in the UK. Often Assistance Dogs that are not partnered with a visible disability can lead to confusion with service providers and businesses. Especially with the discussion between what constitutes an Emotional Support Dog and a Mental Health Assistance Dog. We also ch...2022-10-0241 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbTop British DogsThis week Anna is joined by Georgina Montagu talking about her new coffee table book Top Dogs: A British Love Affair. The book reflects Georgina’s  own passion for dogs, especially Poodles whilst celebrating the special relationship between beloved British dogs and their devoted owners. We chat about some of the many intriguing personalities featured from The King’s Consort, Camilla Parker Bowles, to Andrew Lloyd Webber, Jasper Conran, and other Architects and the other famous, creative and hyper-successful people who have one thing in common when it comes to their canines: the strength of the bond between human and f...2022-09-2530 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbChocolate and DogsIn this episode Anna talks to Chocolatier, Paul A. Young in his small shop in Camden Passage, Islington, London. As well as the UK's leading maker of fine chocolate, Paul is an author and more importantly proud dad to Billy, a minature Dachshund. Chocolate is obviously bad for dogs but not for Pet Parents. Paul and Anna sample some of his treats and talk about how he needs to keep 'his work' away from Billy.Order Paul's new book The Joy of Chocolate or any of his delights here or follow on Instagram Check out...2022-09-1856 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbKids Around DogsIt's 'Back to School' time and in this episode Anna talks to Debby Lucken, creator of a new programme 'Kids around Dogs'. What should be a natural relationship, kids and dogs don't always get along. Some children are frightened whilst others are over confident around dogs they don't know, which can lead to stress and even worse. Debby has designed a course that teaches children to respect dogs and to learn to read their body language. Learn more at kidsarounddogs.co.uk or on Instagram @kidsarounddogs and Twitter @KidsAroundDogsThank you to Pawable for their...2022-09-1132 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbPet Insurance Part 2In part two of our pet insurance special Anna continues her chat with Petcover CEO, Andy Pearce, specifically regarding the case of Fiona Martin, and expert dog groomer, who had a terrible experience with another Insurance firm after her cocker spaniel, Teddy, developed an eye condition, and how Petcover would handle it differently. For more information find Petcover on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Tik TokFiona Martin can be found on Instagram @feespampercamper and Twitter @feepampercamper Thank you to Pawable for their support and get 10% off your first order of collagen for your...2022-09-0425 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbPet Insurance Part 1This week Anna is joined by Andy Pearce, CEO of Petcover Insurance. As an expert of many decades in the filed of pet insurance, we chat about why a dedicated pet focused insurance company is the best to opt for. Specialising in animals should mean that representatives are understanding to your needs, and be familiar with the treatments and emergencies that pet owners will be claiming for. Launching Petcover a year ago into the UK market, it is a long established insurer in Australia. We discuss the differences between the UK and Australia, and he answers a lot of...2022-08-2743 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbCheck the Chip DayThis week Anna is joined by Debbie Matthews from The Stolen and Missing Pets Alliance (SAMPA) and by Amy Wigg - co-founder of the new Pet Database, talking about National #CheckTheChipDay, and raising awareness of the importance to keep your pet’s chip up to date. Amy Wigg chats about the newly launched Pet Database, that is the first microchip database that is not only free for pet owners to upload and easily access their pet’s chip, but is also 100% DEFRA compliant. Unlike other big databases it's high tech design ensures maximum security and peace of mind, whilst easy...2022-08-1437 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbWill Green on SustainabilityThis week Anna is joined by Will Green MA, Executive MBA Programme at the University of Winchester and Sales and Marketing Director of Paleo Ridge. We discuss sustainability in the pet industry, focusing on the model adopted by Paleo Ridge as a raw food firm supplier, setting eco-standards in terms of making feeding raw not only ‘peace of mind for your dog', but also for the planet. In an age where Veganism is being suggested for dogs we discuss why ethical farming is needed to save the planet and maintain the bio-diversity without which the planet cannot thrive. And wh...2022-08-0736 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbKate BendixThis week Anna is joined by Kate Bendix, a friend for over a decade, to discuss worms! Kate runs Worm Counts for Dogs, an online service enabling you to test your dog for worm eggs. We discuss why doing a worm count test four times a year will give you a good insight into how your current wormer is working. It will also allow you to only worm your dog when a worm count test comes back with a positive result. Choose between a worm egg count, a lungworm count or their combo worm and lungworm count tests. Kate...2022-07-3142 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbThe Incredible Kratu!This week Anna is joined by Tess Eagle-Swan talking about her book Incredible Kratu, a Carpathion/Mioritic Shepherd cross puppy who captured Tess’s heart from a photo on Facebook. This was at a point when Tess needed to change her life. Wanting to escape the rut of London life that was spiraling out of control, Kratu offered the solution as Tess’s salvation. The book is the story of soul mates brought together by chance. The story of a pup born in a Roma Camp in Transylvania who has gone on to become an International canine treasure. As a tr...2022-07-2441 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbKim Brophey has L.E.G.S.This week Anna is joined by Kim Brophey, who is an applied ethologist and owner of The Dog Door Behaviour Centre in the USA.  Kim’s 20-year commitment to Family Dog Mediation® has been recognised both nationally and internationally. We chat about her new trademarked Dog L.E.G.S.® model, which is considered as a groundbreaking new system for dog lovers to truly understand their dogs’ behaviour. Combining her understanding of ethology in all animals, Kim fuses her 20 plus years experience in dog behaviour to highlight why Learning, the Environment, the Genes and your dog’s Self all integrate...2022-07-1742 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbDog Friendly RestaurantsThis week Anna is joined by Martin Williams, the founder of London’s premier steak houses, M Restaurant and Gaucho. He chats about why he wanted to open his restaurant’s doors to dogs at a time when the concept of ‘Dog Friendly’ hadn’t reached the mainstream. Proud of his decision to incorporate special ‘six-leg’ menus and events for dogs and their people to enjoy, the space at the Victoria flagship restaurant lends itself perfectly being so spacious, it can easily accommodate a Christmas party of rover 80 Guide Dogs - just one of many events he’s hosted in aid of charit...2022-07-1024 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbDogs in YellowThis week Anna is joined by Sarah Jones who rescued Bella eight years ago and soon discovered Bella was very nervous and reacted when her space was invaded by other people and dogs. Realising that the majority of dogs display some sort of anxiety, and are reluctant to socialsie with unknown doggies,  Sarah devised a range of yellow leads, collars, bandanas jackets in yellow , which is the colour recognised to highlight that your dog needs some space. Understanding that thousands of dogs suffer with being reticent about being approached, Sarah launched #DogsInYellow a dedicated day to celebrate nervous dogs, a...2022-07-0326 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbA Visit from the VetsThis week Anna is joined by three pre-eminent vets in a rare round table discussion. Recorded at the Natural Pet Care Show, Anna chews the ‘fat’ with Dr Nick Thompson, Lise Hansen, and Andrew Prentis. We talk about a variety of topical issues including vegan dogs, neutering, Titre testing, and natural preventative treatments. For Dr Nick Thompson go to holisticvet.co.uk For Lise Hansen go to alternative-vet.co.ukFor Andrew Prentis visit vetsustain.orgFor more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike...2022-06-2649 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbCollagen for dogs!This week Anna is joined by Dale Nash from Pawable who chats about a new Collar-gen that’s been launched for dogs. From the makers of a human collagen called So Body Co, the Collar-gen for dogs was inspired as customers would ask if they could give the human brand to their dogs. Being passionate about preventative care, and prolonging longevity, Anna couldn’t wait to find out more about this product, and discuss the benefits of Collagen as a supplement. As a structural protein, it's known for helping joint health, but also as being a structural element of all...2022-06-1936 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbA Purrcast with Zazie ToddThis week Anna is joined by Zazie Todd (Companion Animal Psychology) talking about her new book Purr - the science of making your cat happy. Zazie has a PhD in Psychology, and an Advanced Certificate in Feline Behaviour from International Cat Care. Her award winning book Wag was featured in episode: 53 of A DOG’S LIFE and similarly covers all the essentials and latest science to work out how to make your pet happy. We chat about our own cats. Zazie is pet parent to Harvey and Melina and Anna’s cat Gremlin gets a big up too. Often unde...2022-06-1246 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbWagit!This week Anna is joined by Nadia Leguel founder of Wagit, championing dog friendly, Nadia is bringing her vision to  making it easy to find pubs, cafes, restaurants that are genuinely dog friendly. The app, which also includes, groomers, pet boutiques, and more is designed with modern pet parents in mind. Wanting to take their pooches with them when out socialising, Wagit makes this so easy with hundreds of tested venues listed. Nadia and her Cavalier King Charles Spaniel have spent months checking out places, being tipped off about new venues joining the dog friendly revolution. ...2022-06-0530 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbUnderdogs InternationalThis week Anna is joined by Debbie Humphreys, the founder of Redhound for Dogs. As a small independent business, Debbie chats about why she set up her business to offer Whippets with a stylish, yet practical coats for wet , wintry walks. We chat about her passion for the Whippet, her concerns as Whippets’ popularity has grown through the pandemic. The worry being Whippets may fall victim to unscrupulous breeders, or to pet parents without the experience to take on a ancient sight hound. Singing the praises of Whippets as fabulous companions for the right people, Debbie is passionate about he...2022-05-2931 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbLynne McTaggart and the Natural Pet Care ShowThis week Anna is joined by the pre-eminent natural health guru, Lynne McTaggart to chat about her journey to becoming an award winning author of seven books, including worldwide bestsellers: The Field, The Bond and The Power of Eight. Lynne is also the editorial director of the worldwide magazine What Doctors Don’t Tell You, as well as the  founder of the Natural Health Show, which for the first time combines The Natural Pet Care Show in June in London. She chats to Anna about the pets that influenced her as a child , particularly a ‘mutt’ named Mac, and...2022-05-2246 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbOfficial: UK a Nation of Dog LoversThis week Anna is joined by Sarah Hollinshead, Head of Brand & Content at Attest, which is one of the largest consumer SaaS platforms. We’re chatting about a new study that reveals that Brits are still barking mad about dogs. Flying in the face of the soaring cost of living pet parents prioritise their pets and go the extra mile, notably taking the time to shop at their local pet boutique, rather than online. The research confirms that dogs and cats are important family members. Brits are making a significant effort to make their pets feel a part of ev...2022-05-1527 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbFood Banks for DogsThis week Anna is joined by John Cahill from The Blue Cross who is heading up one of the charity’s first Pet Food Banks. John and his team have set up the Sheffield food banks and others now in operation are in Manchester and in Grimsby with plans to expand nationwide. With heart breaking cases of people eating beans on toast to be able to feed their pet, others are being forced to make the difficult decision to hand them into rescues. John chats about how they’re helping vulnerable pets and their owners offering support with accessories, trea...2022-05-0817 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbCamp BeagleFriday April 22 was National Beagle Day. Anna marked the day by chatting to John Curtin, one of the leaders of Camp Beagle, who have been camped outside Marshall Bio Resources since last July, protesting their ongoing supply of beagles for 'aboratory testing'.  Despite being redundant and unnecessary research, the treatment of the beagles is also cruel, owing to their docile nature. If you want to help end this please visit thecampbeagle.co.uk or sign the petition.Try your pup on Paleo Ridge raw food.For more about Anna go to annawebb.co.u...2022-05-0127 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbChris Broadbent of NaturawThis week Anna is joined by Chris Broadbent, Director of Naturaw. Having met at Crufts when buying some of Naturaw for Prudence and Mr Binks'. 24 hours later Chris hears Anna chatting on OJ’ Borg on Radio 2 about Crufts. In an uncanny small world, it turns out that Chris' son, Will, is OJ's producer who had booked Anna as a guest. In this episode Anna and Chris catch up post Crufts, chatting about how Chris’s world has gone to the dogs - in a good way of course!  Having been high flying in the world of corporate advertising, he crash...2022-04-2442 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbBloodhounds on your trail!This week Anna is joined by dog Behaviourist, Karin Lee, who talks about her working Bloodhounds who have helped the police with man-trailing and tracking down people, a bit like in the movies. We chat about the Bloodhound as one of the oldest breeds, and their superior olfaction which has been deployed over the centuries. Bloodhounds were used in the search for Jack the Ripper, and Henry the Eighth loved hunting with them. Bloodhounds became famous again in the 1970’s for being the face of the Bonio advert. But sadly the breed is now in decline, as a British Vu...2022-04-1633 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbWhat's In Your Genes with Annie WilsonThis week Anna is joined by Annie Wilson who has launched a petition to lobby Government to ensure that dog breeders health test all their breeding stock; and to act responsibly, putting health and temperament before profit. With only 30% of all puppies bred being registered with the Kennel Club and even fewer being Assured Kennel Club breeders, this leaves an enormous gap where testing is concerned. Despite new legislation for licensed dog breeders being introduced, it still leaves breeding of dogs with known health conditions up to the individual breeders, many of whom will still breed for an unhealthy...2022-04-1035 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna Webb100th Episode! OJ Borg of Radio 2To mark the milestone of 100 episodes, Anna talks to Radio 2's OJ Borg about his life long loves of dogs, especially his rescue, Lebowski.Listen to OJ on Radio 2 or follow him on Instagram @oj_borg and Twitter @OJBorgIf you're a breeder looking to refresh your qualifications go to pupstartbreeders.comAnd get a new harness from dogsandhorses.co.ukTry your pup on Paleo Ridge raw food.For more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions...2022-04-0338 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbStreet PawsThis week Anna is joined by Michelle Southern, Founder of Street Paws. Celebrating the charity’s sixth birthday, it's raising awareness of rough sleepers and their dogs with a national 274,000 steps challenge.We chat about Michelle’s commitment to help the rough sleepers and homeless community with dogs, and how the charity was born. Supplying dogs with everything from vital vetcare, microchips, medication, food, blankets, coats, collar, their outreach teams help hundreds of dogs a month. Michelle and Anna discuss why dogs are so important to the homeless community; they are literally all t...2022-03-2725 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbCatriona LowryThis week Anna is joined by Catriona Lowry from The Hilltop Sanctuary in Ireland. Catriona gave up a career in fashion to dedicate her life to helping animals. Not just dogs, but pigs, donkeys, chickens and a lot of horses. In a country where there appears to be an abject negligence to the health and welfare on many animals, it was a Fortune Teller that predicted Catriona’s journey. Setting up the Hilltop Sanctuary has changed Catriona’s life, and made her realise the importance of helping creatures with no voice. Whilst a baptism of fire for her, this epis...2022-03-2039 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbCrufts 2022!This week Anna catches up with old friends at the first live Crufts in two years. Will from Earth Animal, Rebecca from Pupstart Breeders, and the lovely gang from Paleo Ridge are just some of the people we speak to at Day One of Crufts.Catch up on Crufts hereFor everyone else in today's episode go to:thekennelclub.org.ukK9connectables.comagriapet.co.ukearthanimal.comeditiondog.comPaleoridge.co.ukdanetrehealthproducts.comorkaoutdoors.compupstartsbreeders.comAnd get a new harness...2022-03-131h 09A Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbChris AmooThis week Anna is joined by Singer-Songwriter, Chris Amoo. Famous for being the lead singer in the band British Soul group, The Real Thing, Chris has always had a passion for dogs, particularly hounds. His love of Afghan Hounds led him to start competing at dog shows, and to even scoop the highest doggy accolade Best In Show at Crufts in 1987 with his Afghan Hounds called Viscount Grant. More recently he has turned his attention to the Irish wolfhound, the largest breed of dog. As a British Vulnerable breed, the Irish Wolfhound is technically rarer than the giant panda...2022-03-0642 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbBONUS: Help the Abandoned Pets in Ukraine!As we watch the horror unfold in Ukraine and people flee for their lives many pet parents wonder what is happening with the pets left behind. In this special episode Anna talks to Przemyslaw Malik of Centaurus who is organising convoys of pet supplies in Poland to deliver to pet shelters in Ukraine. Please donate hereFor more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd at Gruff Pawtraits2022-03-0335 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbMark EdmondsThis week Anna gets a first hand account of Puppy Farms in Ireland from the investigative journalist, Mark Edmonds. Mark and Anna discuss the horrific conditions the dogs are kept in, what legislation can be brought in to tackle it, and his harrowing experience with what are essentially gangsters. Follow Mark on @medmondslondon or at his websiteFor more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd at Gruff Pawtraits2022-02-2728 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbThe Blue Cross at 125This week Anna is joined by Kerry Taylor, Education Manager, at The Blue Cross talking about the charity’s 125th anniversary. As a milestone highlighting the work the organisation has achieved across two World Wars and recently through the pandemic. Launching the first animal hospital in 1906 the Blue Cross has adapted to provide welfare for all animals as our lives have changed over the years. Offering education over loss, whether pets have passed with old age or been stolen, or if someone has had to give up their pet in rented accommodation, The Blue Cross's bereavement service stands alone.  Cha...2022-02-2023 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbTia Wardell the World's Youngest Dog TrainerThis week Anna is joined by Police Dog Handler, Dave Wardell and his daughter Tia. Aged only 12 Tia could be the youngest dog trainer in the world! Running into Christmas in 2021 , Tia decided to launch Top Kids Club a series of videos called 25 tricks to train before Christmas. Highlighting short training sessions with her own dog, rescued French Bulldog, Harper. Tia could be a chip off the old block, but as Dave explains, she’s be a natural around dogs in their home since a toddler. Tia shows that children and dogs can be best friends, and demonstrates why tr...2022-02-1334 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbRebecca Walters of Pup Starts BreedersThis week Anna is joined by Rebecca Walters who is chatting about the amended and updated DEFRA guidance notes that accompany The Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (England) Regulations 2018. The new guidelines were announced on February 1st 2022. As a breeder of Sproodles, Rebecca prides herself on the highest health and welfare standards and ethical breeding of her dogs. Passionate to help, inform and empower those interested in breeding dogs, or those who have been breeding dogs for years, Rebecca has launched the only OFQUAL recognised course to accredit responsible breeders called Pup Starts Breeders. As a nationally...2022-02-0642 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbKayla Lichen of the Barker Book AwardsThis week Anna is joined by Kayla Lichten, founder of the inaugural Barker Book Awards. As the first awards dedicated exclusively to books about dogs! Featuring four categories : Fiction, Non Fiction, Children’s and the Classic Award. With a donation of £1,000.00 to an independent charity from this award category, The Barker Book Awards is set to celebrate dogs in literature both past and present, whilst giving back to dogs in need. Nominated charities welcomed!.These Awards represent using dogs in a literary way to educate, to reveal human emotions, highlight dogs as detectives, dogs as...2022-01-3029 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbRick Akers and Justice for ReggieThis week Anna is joined by Rick Akers who talks about why he wants Justice For Reggie - a yellow Labrador pup who tragically died only a few days after he was brought home. A victim of the unscrupulous and callous puppy farming trade , little Reggie had short life and a painful death. Rick launched a petition to stop sales of animals online, at least to ensure traceability and accountability.  Discussed in Parliament a month ago, he updates us on progress spearheaded by Government involving DEFRA, advertising standards, and welfare organisations. The question remains: should living sentient beings be b...2022-01-2330 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbCally BeatonThis week Anna talks to comedian, writer, and podcaster, Cally Beaton, as she embarks on getting a new puppy. Anna has mentioned in the past what potential new pet parents need to consider before committing but in this episode Anna takes Cally step by step on what she need to be thinking about. Cally has now found a reputable breeder and is awaiting the birth of her puppy at the end of March. A life long animal lover and current cat owner, Cally's growing desire to get a puppy was confirmed when Anna was a guest on her podcast...2022-01-1648 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbJuliet MeyersThis week Anna is joined by Comedian and Writer, Juliet Meyers, talking about her rescue dog Homer. As a Portuguese rescue dog, Homer transformed Juliet’s world and we chat about how little by little Homer successfully worked his way to becoming the theme of her stand up comedy. Using her platform with comedy, Juliet chats about raising awareness for dogs, venues being dog friendly and of course the trials and tribulations of juggling a career with a wily street dog turned key comic effect. With a remarkable ability to read the room, and knowing when its his turn on...2022-01-0942 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbVictoria StilwellTo kick off the New Year Anna is joined by Trainer & Behaviourist, Victoria Stilwell, all the way from Atlanta. With Victoria’s second series of It’s Me Or The Dog being aired, we chat about this and the landmark first series that aired in the UK in 2005. Victoria explains that the doggy problems are the same as they were in the first series, but more intense as our lives have changed, not least because of the pandemic. If trained dogs are happy dogs, they make for happier pet parents! Victoria champions the term ‘teaching’ over ‘training, and about empowering...2022-01-0241 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbBest of the BooksThis week Anna looks back at just some of her favourite books about dogs that she featured this year, including chats with Jenni Murray, Henry Mance, Simon Garfield, Martha Teichner, Jane Elson, Rodney Habib and Dr Karen Becker.Order you copy of My Boy Butch by Jennie Murray, How to Love Animals in a Human Shaped World by Henry Mance, Dog's Best Friend by Simon Garfield, When Harry Met Minnie by Martha Teichner, The Forever Dog by Dr Karen Becker and Rodney Habib or any animal related book by Jane Elson.For more about Anna...2021-12-1931 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbDr Reverend Jenny McKayThis week Anna is joined by Dr Jenny McKay who is a Vet and a Vicar. That’s to say Jenny is a Curate and Minister in Secular Employment. Jenny is also an  Environmentalist, Activist and Self Confessed Cat Junkie! Talking mainly about dogs in this episode, Jenny explains her journey as a Veterinary Pathologist and surviving cancer to thinking that there is more to life. We discuss whether she believes that dogs go to heaven, and why since man was born there’s so much evidence of an afterlife, and the hope that we will be reunited with our b...2021-12-1236 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbRaw Food with Paleo RidgeThis week Anna talks to the team from Paleo Ridge about the growth in the raw food market for pet parents, highlighting the health and behaviour benefits of this diet. Order your raw meals hereFollow them on @paleoridgeFor more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd at Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: info@theloniouspunkproductions.com2021-12-0541 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbBlue Cross: End the Trend!This week Anna is joined by Blue Cross Veterinary Surgeon, Roisin Bolger, who is talking about the Charity’s #EndTheTrend petition. It calls for the UK's leading brands to commit by the end of 2022 to phasing out the use of any brachycephalic pets in their future advertisements. Flat face breeds have become hugely popular and the Charity has seen an exponential rise in abandoned French Bulldogs, Boston Terrier, British Bulldogs in the past two years as owners were unaware of their possible health conditions and cannot afford to pay for their vet bills....2021-11-2825 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbThe Forever Dog: Dr Karen Becker and Rodney HabibThis week Anna is joined by Dr Karen Becker and pet influencer, Rodney Habib, talking about their book The Forever Dog. As The New York Times no. 1 bestseller, this episode marks their first podcast conversation in the UK. The book discusses how simple changes to your dog’s diet, environment and lifestyle can promote longevity. It's such an easy read and features the very latest scientific research from around the globe!  It’s a must read for all pet parents! Order your copy of The Forever DogInstagram @ForeverdogbookDr...2021-11-2154 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbRemembrance Sunday: Ziggy the Assistance DogThis Remembrance Sunday Anna is joined by British Army veteran, Richard Means and his PTSD Assistance Dog Ziggy, for a walk on Hampstead Heath, talking about the invisible disability of mental health, and how Ziggy has turned his life around. They talk about the on-going discrimination that Ziggy faces in public spaces, which flies in the face of the law under the Equality Act 2010. They also talk about why Remembrance Sunday is so important to think of for both humans and animals who paid the ultimate price in all conflicts. For more information go to allaroundziggy.com...2021-11-1431 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbMarika CobboldAnna talks to best selling author, Marika Cobbold, about her latest novel, On Hampstead Heath, where a small dog, Gillie, plays a central role in driving the plot. Gillie is based on her own dog, Gilbert, who was stolen and later found dead in another part of London in 2019. Find out more about Marika hereOr follow her on Twitter on @MarikacobboldGet your copy of On Hampstead HeathFor more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions2021-11-0734 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbHappy Howlloween!It's that scary time of year so Anna chats to cinema journalist and founder of the FIDOs and Palm Dog, Toby Rose, about how scary dogs have been portrayed in film such as Cujo, the Hounds of Baskerville and Werewolves and how it's contributed to the enduring myth of the 'Black Dog.'Find out more about the FIDOs and the Palm Dog awardsFor more about Anna go to annawebb.co.ukMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoCover photo...2021-10-3132 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbJane ElsonThis week Children’s Author, Jane Elson, joins Anna to discuss why animals, especially dogs, feature in her books. Dyslexic herself, Jane writes for those with reading difficulties, highlighting how animals - dogs in particular - help children in so many ways, not least in learning to read out loud. In her multi award winning ‘Moon Dog’ , she depicts the  horrors of the puppy farming trade. Raising awareness for the next generation of dog owners, she worked with the charity All Dogs Matter to convey the horrific details, and the effects of losing a puppy on the whole family.  In  her...2021-10-2430 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbDogs4WildlifeThis week Jacqui Law from the not for profit organisation Dogs4Wildlife joins Anna on a DOG'S LIFE  to chat about training anti-poaching dogs deployed in game reserves in Africa. Jacqui explains how the team, particularly Jacqui and her partner Darren Priddle, channeled their talent for training specialist dogs for the police and security in the UK, into anti-poaching dogs deployed in African Game Reserves.Highlighting the huge adaptability of dogs, harnessing their olfaction and ability to work as a team to help save endangered species.Support Dog4WildlifeTwitter @dogs4wildlifeI...2021-10-1636 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbJanetta Harvey of Schnauzerfest!This week Anna is joined by author, Janetta Harvey, who is also the founder of SchnauzerFest. Supporting Schanuzers needing care and forever homes, it’s also a hub for Schnauzer owners. Inspired by Janetta’s first rescue mini Schnauzer, Susie-Belle, who was scarred being bred on a puppy farm in horrific conditions.Passionate about campaigning to ban this evil trade, Janetta rescued one of her current four schnauzers, a boy named Albert Claude, from the one of the UK’s largest puppy farm (Eric Hale’s in NI, he was exposed in a Panorama documentary, the Dog...2021-10-1033 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbJen Berezai of AdvoCATSOn this week’s show Jennifer Berezai of Advocats East Midlands joins Anna to discuss the landmark Heads for Tails campaign, which is about lobbying for change for lets with pets. Aiming to bridge the gap between renters with pets and private landlords operating a no pet’s policy, Heads for Tails aims to encourage insurance policies that cover both the landlord and the pet owner. Despite Government’s ‘Model Tenancy Agreement’ recommending that landlord’s are pet friendly, this remains a set of guidelines only. Jennifer aims to offer solutions to enable ‘renters’ to enjoy the massive health benefits of pet...2021-10-0334 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbPC Colin Nash and ElvisThis week Anna is joined by PC Colin Nash and his PD (Police Dog) Elvis. As the proud winners of the Rising Star Award at the inaugural Thin Blue Paw Awards, two year old Elvis is not Colin’s first PD, but he is his first Labrador. It’s perhaps no surprise that Elvis is excelling at being a passive and proactive detection dog. He was bred by the Metropolitan Police before joining the City of London Police Dog Unit. About the Thin Blue Paw Foundation:The Thin Blue Paw Found...2021-09-2631 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbPet AbductionThis week Anna is joined by Beverley Cuddy who amongst other dog-centric roles, is one of the Patrons of SAMPA - the Stolen and Missing Pets Alliance. They chat about the great news that government are introducing new legislation - the Pet Abduction Law to make penalties for dog theft in line with the crime. With specific legislation that recognises that dogs are clearly not ‘property’ or chattel with consequences of up to seven years in prison for ‘abducting’ a dog. The hope is that dog theft will decrease. A long time coming, this law has b...2021-09-1935 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbPaawstival 2021This week Anna goes to the very first PAAWstival: a festival where Pets Are Always Welcome.The event was held at the uber dog friendly Happenstance bar and restaurant owned by Drake & Morgan.  Not only hosting the biggest Charity dog show, Anna takes the opportunity to meet up with old friends and new. She talks to Alistair Mullens of This Is Vertus -  the key sponsor of the event - whose new pet friendly apartment blocks are flying in the face of discriminatory landlords.She also catches up with some of the judges, Nikki Tibbles, Fo...2021-09-1246 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbSteve Mann and BBC MaestroThis week Anna is joined by dog training Guru, Steve Mann, who is talking about his new training course that’s available on BBC Maestro. Steve is the founder of the Institute of Modern Dog Trainers, and has over 30 years years experience. Ranging from training dogs as pets, or for detection and security, he’s worked in internationally in Africa, Dubai, China, Australia as well as in the UK. He is proud to have successfully trained over 100,000 dogs! He has a long list of celebrity clients too and often appears on TV and radio to pr...2021-09-0537 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbDr Nick ThompsonThis week Anna is joined by the vet, Dr Nick Thompson, to chat about a campaign he is fronting called ‘Ditch The Dry’. Talking about ‘ You are what You eat’ and why overly processed foods like kibble, compared to fresh raw balanced complete meals, are damaging to your dog’s health; and why pet parents could do better by their dogs, helping to minimise common but serious health conditions like diabetes, arthritis, heart disease and obesity. Passionate about highlighting why common dry food ingredients like rice, barley, maize, or corn, make high glycemic diets, which are pro-inflammatory and not spe...2021-08-2938 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbStephen JardineThis week seasoned Broadcaster & Journalist, Stephen Jardine joins Anna to chat about his puppy: Frankie , the Norfolk Terrier. Having lost his beloved Cairn terrier Billy aged 13, it took Stephen and his family a while to bring another dog into the family. Billy left them heart broken. Understanding that the same pain would inevitably happen again with another dog, Stephen and his family resisted another dog.  But believing a house is not a home with a terrier, Frankie - the Norfolk terrier recently moved in. We chat about the trials and tribulations of staycationing with a cheeky puppy terrier, the j...2021-08-2228 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbGenevieve FoxThis week Anna meets up with Author & Journalist, Genevieve Fox, and her Miniature Schnauzer, Pepper on Hampstead Heath. Retracing their time training on an ‘experience’ walk, where Anna highlighted some training tips. That walk was for an article in The Observer magazine about walking your own dog, and how it helps your dog’s and your own well-being.  Passionate about punctuating your dog’s day, and building proactive games into an everyday walk for extra enrichment.  Anna demonstrated how to connect with your dog and make the walk interactive. Genevieve and Anna chat sitting on a log that became a fun agil...2021-08-1541 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbRosie WilbyThis week Anna is joined by Comedian and Award Nominated Podcaster, Rosie Wilby, talking about her new book The Break Up Monologues: The Unexpected Joy of Heartbreak. Using her own experiences and those of some others, Rosie investigates why life can be like a palindrome: going backwards and forwards. The book discusses how tragedy through time becomes comedy, and how we learn from our mistakes, as we try to understand ourselves through others. Pets feature as a major strand through the book as highlighting why they can save a relationships, and equally work to break them up - It’s...2021-08-0827 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbJudy Phillips of Sniffe and LikkitThis week Judy Phillips, co founder of a new British petcare company called Sniffe & Likkit, joins Anna to talk about their range and brand ‘philoso-woofy'.The Sniffe is the key aspect across its grooming, fragrance and gifting products. Understanding that a dog’s sense of smell is over a million times more sensitive than ours, Sniffe & Likkit’s 100% natural aromatherapeutic scents won’t get up your dog’s nose. Rather dogs will love the signature fragrance: Woodland Wonderfur running in its grooming range. Formulated using essential oils like Cedarwood, Pettigrain, Vetiver and Ho Leaf. It’s aim to cal...2021-08-0143 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbSam Gaines on Breed Specific LegislationThis week the RSPCA’s Dog Welfare Specialist, Dr Sam Gaines, joins Anna to discuss the latest on Breed Specific Legislation. Following a recent debate in Parliament prompted by a petition urging for reform as the 30th Anniversary of the Dangerous Dogs Act (1991) approached on August 12th. We discuss that as a ‘nation of animal lovers’ the UK is behind other countries in its approach to dogs and public safety. The banning of four breeds: the Pitbull, the Japanese Tosa, the Fila Brasiliero, and Dogo Argentino has not worked with dog bites rising year on year.  We discuss other approac...2021-07-2539 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbNevermind the (Dog's) BollocksThis week Anna is joined by Steve Ignorant, the lead singer of the anarchic punk rock band, The Crass. He’s chatting about why animal activism was very much a part of the sub culture of punk rock. And he explains why he is so passionate about animals and why he despises all cruelty and neglect. Being a massive dog lover he is supporting the campaign Say No To Dog Meat, particularly in line with the recent barbaric Yulin Festival that has happened again in Beijing. Dogs are often cooked alive in what is a new festival set up in...2021-07-1831 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbThe Healing Hearts Appeal from Birmingham Dogs HomeThis week Fi Harrison, Fundraising Manager, from Birmingham Dogs Home joins Anna to chat about their ‘Healing Hearts’ appeal. It’s aim to raise £100,000 to help pawly pooches by investing in the own veterinary facility. Currently the Charity’s veterinary costs is over £200,000 annually in addition to the staff and running costs of their two facilities. The long term saving of an in house veterinary clinic will allow for more funds to spend on the rehabilitation of their dogs like Spike a Bulldog puppy with serious health issues and deal with emergency cases expediently as well as day to care care...2021-07-1126 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbKika the Guide DogAmit and Kika on FacebookTwitter: @BlindDad_UK and @kikaInstagram: @kika_guidedog and @blinddad_ukKika and Me by Dr Amit PatelVote for A Dog's Life with Anna Webb in the Listener's Choice at the British Podcast AwardsFor more about Anna visit her websiteMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoPhotograph by Rhian Ap Gruffydd for Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email info@theloniouspunkproductions.com2021-07-0431 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbWhen the Dog Sh*t Hits the FanVote for A Dog's Life with Anna Webb in the Listener's Choice at the British Podcast AwardsFor more about Anna visit her websiteMusic and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People ProductionsCover art by JaijoPhotograph by Rhian Ap Gruffydd for Gruff PawtraitsTo advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email info@theloniouspunkproductions.com2021-06-2732 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbAnna's Valentine's Day Love Letter to DogsFollow Anna on:https://annawebb.co.uk  Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productionshttps://podpeopleproductions.co.uk/  Music by Mike Hanson  Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraits  Art work by https://jaijo.com2021-02-141h 02A Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbSam Gaines from the RSPCASee the dog walking guidelines (produced by the RSPCA, Dogs Trust and Pet Industry Federation) here:  https://www.rspca.org.uk/webContent/staticImages/Downloads/DogWalkingGuide.pdfTwitter @ RSPCA_OfficialSam Gaines @SidneySnippets Order your Relaxopet from the good people at Pet Trade Innovations:https://pettradeinnovations.com/ Find out more about Earth Animal and order your No Hide Wholesome Chews today! Tell them Anna sent you!https://www.earthanimal.com/our-products/uk-no-hide-natural-treatsFollow Anna on:https://annawebb.co.uk2020-10-0441 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbRelaxopet!Find out more about Relaxopet and their many products, distributed exclusively in the UK by Pet Trade Innovations and order yours today!https://pettradeinnovations.com/Find out more about Earth Animal and order your No Hide Wholesome Chews! Tell them Anna sent you!https://www.earthanimal.com/our-products/uk-no-hide-natural-treatsFollow Anna on:https://annawebb.co.ukMusic by Mike HansonCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraitsArt work by https://jaijo.com2020-09-2725 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbRhian the Dog PhotographerFind out more about Earth Animal and order your No Hide Wholesome Chews today! Tell them Anna sent you!https://www.earthanimal.com/our-products/uk-no-hide-natural-treatsBook your doggie photo session with Rhian here:http://www.rhianaphotography.com/Follow Anna on:https://annawebb.co.ukMusic by Mike HansonCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraitsArt work by https://jaijo.com2020-09-2030 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbLise Hansen on the Titre TestOrder Lise's book:https://www.hubbleandhattie.com/shop/HH5415/And follow her on:@alternativevetFind out more about Earth Animal and order your No Hide Wholesome Chews today! Tell them Anna sent you!https://www.earthanimal.com/our-products/uk-no-hide-natural-treatsFollow Anna on:https://annawebb.co.ukMusic by Mike HansonCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraitsArt work by https://jaijo.com2020-09-1329 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbIndependent Retailer SpecialFind out more about Earth Animal and order your No Hide Wholesome Chews today! Tell them Anna sent you!https://www.earthanimal.com/our-products/uk-no-hide-natural-treatsOr order from Pet Pavilion:https://www.petpavilion.co.ukFollow Anna on:https://annawebb.co.ukMusic by Mike HansonCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraitsArt work by https://jaijo.com2020-09-0634 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbTom and Baggy: The Pollution DetectivesGet the latest on Tom and Baggy by following them on:Twitter @YouranimalnewsInstagram @bagheerahuntFacebook: @bagheerahuntFind out more about our sponsors Earth Animal and order your No Hide Wholesome Chews today! Tell them Anna sent you!https://www.earthanimal.com/our-products/uk-no-hide-natural-treatsFollow Anna on:https://annawebb.co.uk Music by Mike Hanson Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraits Art work by https://jaijo.com2020-08-3026 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbKatrina from Katrina and the Waves (and the Poodles)Order your album and find out more of the latest from Katrina and the Waves here:https://katrinasweb.com/Follow her and Miss P on:@Katrinasweb @Metropoodle Find out more about Earth Animal and order your No Hide Wholesome Chews today! Tell them Anna sent you!https://www.earthanimal.com/our-products/uk-no-hide-natural-treatsFollow Anna on:https://annawebb.co.ukMusic by Mike HansonCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraitsArt work by https://jaijo.com2020-08-2332 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbMarc 'The Vet' AbrahamFind out more about Marc's campaigns by following him here:@marcthevet@APDAWG1@PupAid And sign the petition using this link:https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/326261Find out more about Earth Animal and order your No Hide Wholesome Chews today! Tell them Anna sent you!https://www.earthanimal.com/our-products/uk-no-hide-natural-treatsFollow Anna on:https://annawebb.co.uk Music by Mike Hanson Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraits Art work by https://jaijo.com2020-08-1634 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbDogor the Prehistoric PuppyDave’s Twitter @Nibbledtodeath Centre for Palaeogenetics in Stockholm @CpgSthlmFind out more about Earth Animal and order your No Hide Wholesome Chews today! Tell them Anna sent you!https://www.earthanimal.com/our-products/uk-no-hide-natural-treats  Follow Anna on:https://annawebb.co.uk  Music by Mike Hanson Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraits Art work by https://jaijo.com2020-08-0931 minA Dog\'s Life with Anna WebbA Dog's Life with Anna WebbDr Bob and Susan Goldstein of Earth AnimalFind out more about Earth Animal and order your No Hide Wholesome Chews today! Tell them Anna sent you!https://www.earthanimal.com/our-products/uk-no-hide-natural-treatsFollow Anna on: https://annawebb.co.ukMusic by Mike HansonCover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd @gruffpawtraitsArt work by https://jaijo.com2020-08-0231 min