Best Donna Kean Podcasts (2024)

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S3 EP02: Meet Espresso and Martini 58:48

8h ago58:48

58:48

It’s our first Pug interview for 2024 and it’s a PAWSOME one; how could you not love it when we’re talking to pugs with names that said in quick succession mean a tasty ‘adults only’ drink …. Espresso Martini! I can only imagine how much fun Gurvinder, their Pug-mom has calling their names when they’re running a amok at WhittlePug. I think you’re g…

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S3 EP01: Playing Indoors at Bark Park 40:24

6d ago40:24

40:24

So, recently I had the pleasure of discovering Melbourne’s first and only Indoor Dog Park with Rosie, Kenji and their Foster Sister and Brother Roxie and Wally, and boy did we have a great time! I’m not sure I saw their bodies move for the rest of the day when we finally got home they were so PUGGERED but it is a testament to the work that Charnell…

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S3 EP00: What’s in store for 2024 5:44

1M ago5:44

5:44

So, at the end of 2023, Rosie, Kenji and I had big plans for 2024 including a pugtastic season for the Pug Life Show … then the Pug Life happened, and we find ourselves curly tail deep in family and puggie emergencies (everyone is ok now so breathe a sigh of relief!) and we had started to work on our first Pug-specific clothing line and we all of a…

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S2 EP12: What is wrong with my Pug? 51:33

8M ago51:33

51:33

Meet Pug-mom Rachel and her beautiful little girl Agatha, whom you’ll be able to hear snoozing, or should I say snoring, throughout the episode in that ever-so-cute little style that only a Puggie can. This is a wonderful joyful episode about Agatha, how they met and what their Pug Life has been like – especially the anecdote about their bonding wi…

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S2 EP11: Bringing Pug Puggies into the World 49:32

9M ago49:32

49:32

Have you ever wondered where Pug Puppies come from? LOL! Or have you ever wondered what it’s like to be surrounded by Pug Puppies, opening their eyes for the first time, taking their first wobbly sets, receiving that first bite from their razor-sharp baby teeth? Well, you are in for a treat Puggies, because I am talking to Joy Morgan from Benasi Pa…

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S2 EP10: Trick or Treaties; being PUGOWEEN ready 16:49

10M ago16:49

16:49

OH MY PUG, IT’S PUGOWEEN TIME!!! It’s my favourite Pug event of the year (closely followed by PUGMAS) and if you’re new to PUGOWEEN then I am sure it’ll be yours by the time I’m finished too. PUGOWEEN is held all over the world by Pug Pawrents who just wanna have fun with their Pugs, dress up in costumes and most impawtantly, raise much needed fund…

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S2 EP09: What does Father's Day mean to a Pug Father? 28:29

11M ago28:29

28:29

It’s the week after Father’s Day and Pug-father’s around the world will have hopefully enjoyed the day doing things that only a Pug-dad can with their Puggies. So, in honour of all our Pug-dad’s this episode is dedicated to you. We’re talking to a Single Pug Father of four Puggies about what Father’s Day means to him, and we’ll of course being talk…

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S2 EP08: Did I do the right thing? 17:53

12M ago17:53

17:53

I don’t think I’ve ever met a Pug-Pawrent who hasn’t asked this of themselves or discussed it with another Pug-Pawrent when it comes to making a decision about their Pugs well-being. You know what I’m talking about, Am I feeding them the right food? Am I making the right decision about a veterinary procedure? Am I really capable of caring for a Pug…

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S2 EP07: What's it like Fostering Rescue Pugs? 23:23

1y ago23:23

23:23

We’re dedicating this episode to Roxie the Foster Recue Pug and to the other Rescue Puggies and their Foster Carers out there doing a very impawtant job – caring for Puggies who have be rescued or surrendered so they can be rehabilitated and one day find their fur-ever loving home and family. I’ll going to talk about my journey so far as a newly mi…

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S2 EP06: How to deal with separation anxiety 14:37

1y ago14:37

14:37

In this episode I’m talking about Puggie separation anxiety. Apparently, research has found that ‘one in every 4-6 dogs’ have separation anxiety and that it is ‘more common in older dogs’. What’s more, it can present in different forms and at different times. I’ve experienced Pug-to-Pug separation anxiety between Winston and Charles, and Pug-to-Hoo…

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S2 EP05: We’re all going on a Fur-family Holiday 18:04

1y ago18:04

18:04

In this episode I’m talking about fur-family holidays. We try to go on at least one every year, but I realised just before Easter that we hadn’t been on a proper fur-family holiday for 5 years! So, we decided to book an Airbnb place near the sea at the last minute and enjoy the four days off. But with so much time in between holiday’s I realised ju…

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S2 EP04: Barkday Pawtying like only a Pug can 15:46

1+ y ago15:46

15:46

In this Episode I'm talking about Barkday Pawties, the Puggie version of Birthday Parties. I LOVE throwing my Puggies a Barkday Pawty to celebrate them, make them feel special and have a great day with their Grumble … yes there is a lot of treaties, a lot of snot and a lot of over-excited Puggies of all ages and we’re all Puggered by the end but wh…

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S2 EP03: How to clothes shop for your Puggie 17:41

1+ y ago17:41

17:41

This week I'm talk about shopping for your Puggies next outfit. There is nothing more frustrating than an outfit that you spend hours shopping for to not fit your Puggie when the Postie delivers it. But never fear Puggies, we’re going to share with you all of our shopping tips so that you never have to arrange a return or exchange again. • 00:54 – …

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S2 EP02: Meet Kenji our Pugtastic Foster Fail 17:15

1+ y ago17:15

17:15

This week I'm talking about Kenji, our Pugtastic Foster Fail. Rosie and I will share with you what we have learned about Kenji so far, as well as look at what he has had to overcome so that he could become a much loved member of our fur-family. It’s a puggily-ever-after story that you just can’t miss! 00:50 Always wanted to be a Foster Pug-mom 03:3…

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S2 EP01: The impact of loss on a Pug-family 15:30

1+ y ago15:30

15:30

This week I'm talking about loss; specifically, the loss of a Pug and the impact it has on the Pug Pawrents, the Pug-family and how it is different each time it occurs. With the recent passing of my third Pug Charles, I realised that our grief journey was very different to that of his brother Winston and my first Pug Louis. Andrew and I have felt t…

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S1 EP21: Can any Puggie be a Super Model? 12:21

1+ y ago12:21

12:21

In this weeks episode I am talking to you about being a Pug Super Model and how you can prepare yourself should you ever decide to become one. I personally think that any Puggie can be a Super Model but the decision is not actually up to me or the Pawrent, so tune in and fine out why it is so impawtant that the Puggie makes the final decision: 00:5…

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S2 EP20 with author Patrick Ford & the Naughty Pugs 48:25

1+ y ago48:25

48:25

In this week's episode we're talking to author Patrick Ford talking about his children's book, Tales of Two Naughty Pugs; The Great Bone Robbery. The book is centred on Pug brothers Louie and Zuuchie, who have built a robot labrador to steal the world's tastiest bone, and unless two hounds from the Dog Police can arrest the Pugs and find the bone, …

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S1 EP19: Pugs; a whole lot of pawsonality in a widdle package 8:11

1+ y ago8:11

8:11

In this weeks episode I am talking to you about Pug pawsonalities and how I fell into the trap of not recognising that every Pug has a unique pawsonality and no matter how hard I unknowingly try, one Pug will never behave like another. In this episode I will talk about: 00:44 - The pug pawsonalities that make them unique 01:36 - My four puggies and…

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S1 EP18 with Teddy & Doug 36:14

1+ y ago36:14

36:14

In this week's episode we're talking to Clare about her Pugs Teddy and Doug This is an Episode with a difference because you're going to be serenaded by a singing Puggie! That's right, its a first for the Show and I can't wait for you to hear the repertoire. Plus, Clare shares with us what she thinks Doug and Teddy smell like and what naughty littl…

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S1 EP17: Calling my Pug ugly is as offensive as calling me Fat 9:36

1+ y ago9:36

9:36

In this weeks episode I am talking to you about Pug shaming and how I deal with people who think they have the right to voice their opinion about your Pug including how to deal with family members. In this episode I talk about: 00:43 - What drove me to talk about this topic 03:39 - What is it about pugs that triggers the need in a non-pug owner to …

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S1 EP16 with PawtyPals (AU) 50:01

1+ y ago50:01

50:01

In this week's episode we're talking to Jess about her pawty business PawtyPals It was wonderful to talk to Jess about PawtyPals and how her Pawty Packs take the stress out of organising a Barkday or a Gotcha Day pawty, not to mention Pugmas or New Years. Not only can you purchase a DIY pawty pack but you can also get Jess to create a custom design…

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S1 EP15: When a one-Puggie home is not enough 11:31

2y ago11:31

11:31

In this weeks episode I am talking to you about introducing another Puggie to your fur-family after the loss of another Puggie; there are definitely some things to consider, including if you are ready or if your surviving Puggie is ready. In this episode I will talk about: 00:47 - The loss of our third pug, Charles 03:18 - Introducing a new puggie …

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S1 EP14 with Bronson 30:07

2y ago30:07

30:07

In this week's episode, we're talking to Joanna about her Pug Bronson We always love hearing the stories behind our guests' names, and Joanna didn't disappoint. Now you could be excused from assuming that Bronson got his name from the devilishly handsome actor "Charles Bronson" because Bronson is a handsome devil himself, but that’s not actually th…

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S1 EP13: Pug Pawrenting; the emotional roller coaster that is Pug ownership 13:25

2y ago13:25

13:25

In this weeks episode I am talking to you about the emotional roller coater ride that is Pug ownership, the stuff that the books don’t really tell you about but that you should think about before you buy or adopt a Puggie, especially if they’re your first. 00:46 - The good, the bad, and not-so-pretty aspects of living the pug life 02:09 - My experi…

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S1 EP12 with Penelope & Pugpalooza 43:20

2y ago43:20

43:20

In this week's episode we're talking to Candy about her Pug Penelope Candy is one of those lucky Hooman's who got to grow up with Pugs, and now has her own to love. Penelope came to Candy after her previous Pug Miss Molly passed away unexpectedly and Candy's mom suggested that she visit a breeder and enjoy some quality Pug-love time even if she did…

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S1 EP11: Are we really eliminating Puggies from the Australian Family? 9:38

2y ago9:38

9:38

In this weeks episode I am talking about the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) calling for 'any dog with a muzzle length less than a third of its skull length (being) banned from being bred or shown because of the suffering caused on the animal.' I agree with the call to clean up the breeding community/industry by expanding/introducing legisl…

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S1 EP10: Meet Bubbles n Cuddles Mobile Dog Wash 40:40

2y ago40:40

40:40

In this week's episode we're talking to Tim and Kat about their Pug Buddy plus we'll also be talking about grooming and their business, Bubbles n Cuddles Mobile Dog wash. This Show is packed with pawsome grooming information and wonderful stories about Buddy including his many nicknames which are funny and totally relatable ... I won't give them al…

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S1 EP09: I lost my Pug at Playgroup 9:25

2y ago9:25

9:25

In this weeks episode I am talking to you about losing Charles at play group, not something I do often .. or should I say ever! It’s not unusual for me to see Charles in the arms of one of his Aunties getting spoilt with cuddles and kisses when he is not glued to my ankles, but not seeing him anywhere within about 60 seconds flicked the “SOMEONE’S …

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S1 EP08: Meet PugsSOS (WA) 39:40

2y ago39:40

39:40

In this week's episode we're talking to Donna from PugsSOS (WA) I have always thought of Rescue Foster Carers as Super Hero's - they take in surrendered Puggies who may have had a rough start to life and give them a home, as well as the love and attention they never got, but deserved so that they can be ready for their fur-ever loving home when the…

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S1 EP07: Should I adopt or buy a Puggie? 20:40

2y ago20:40

20:40

In this weeks episode I am talking to you about buying from a breeder or adopting a rescue. I've always felt that the Universe gave me Louis just when I was ready to be a Pug-mom for the first time, but finding your pawfect Puggie isn't always that easy or simple. Not to mention having to decide if should you use a breeder or adopt a rescue. All op…

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S1 EP06 with The Doggy Lady 41:43

2y ago41:43

41:43

In this week's episode we're talking to Fiona about her dog training business The Doggy Lady Our lovely guest Fiona runs a dog training school in WA that specialises in teaching any breed of dog scent work - yep even Pugs can learn to do it, just like little Emily who is a champion at it from what Fiona told us. The best part about this Show is the…

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Ep 05: Have you made provision for your Puggies in your Will? 8:20

2y ago8:20

8:20

I know it sounds like a strange topic to broach, but after having had a recent discussion with a Grumble friend about a rescue Puggie who had moved between three owners because all three had passed away, it made me realise that it was a topic that needed discussing. So ask yourself, 'who would you want your Puggie to live with after you pass?' and …

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S1 EP04 with Emily and Cruze 32:34

2y ago32:34

32:34

In this week's episode we're talking to Jennifer about her Pugs Cruze and Emily This Daddy/Daughter team are some talented over-achieving Puggies that are just adorable; Emily is learning scent work also known as "Sniffer School" and Cruze is a Therapy Puggie, or Thera-Pug, as Jennifer likes to call him. Both are amazing Puggies doing amazing thing…

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S1 EP03: I wasn't always a Crazy Pug-Lady 10:51

2y ago10:51

10:51

In this weeks episode I am talking to you about what happened when I allowed rude comments about my Pugs affect me and my Pug Life. I was the person that people would look at with the expression that basically said "who IS this woman?", and I was that person who people would literally say, "you can't compare your Pug/s to children, they're not the …

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Ep 00: Thank You for making the Podcast a reality 2:02

2y ago2:02

2:02

With the PUGCAST going live tonight I wanted to pop on-line and say a quick 'haylo' and a huge 'fank you' to everyone who has either already watched the trailer and left a lovely review or is planning on binging the trailer and first two episodes tonight or in the coming days. We know that you love your Puggies like a favourite child, that being Pu…

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S1 EP02 with Choppa, Shamus, Leroy, Lilly, Samson, Peppa 48:16

2y ago48:16

48:16

In this week's episode we're talking to Donna about her Grumble Choppa, Shamus, Leroy, Lilly, Samson & Peppa. Just when you thought we couldn't get a Grumble bigger than 5 Puggies we met Choppa, Shamus, Leroy, Lilly, Samson and Peppa - all much loved Puggies that came to Donna and her husband Chris by various means including PugsSOS and as foster f…

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S1 EP01: Why I became a Pug-mom and the Pugs that inspired me 16:07

2y ago16:07

16:07

In this week's episode I'm talking about Why I became a Pug-mom and the Pugs that inspire me. Now I don't know about you Puggies but I love talking Pug, meeting Pugs and getting to know Pug-Pawrents. I mean who else can will understand my utter devotion to my Pugs better than other "Crazy Pug Ladies or Pawrents". Interestingly it wasn't until I saw…

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Ep 00: Pug Life Show Trailer 1:35

2y ago1:35

1:35

Haylo Puggies and welcome to the Pug Life Show were being a Crazy Pug Lady is not only encouraged but celebrated! My name is Donna and I created this PODCAST with my Pugs Charles and Rosie because I am on a mission to discover if we really are as crazy as non-Pug Pawrents think we are OR are we just the best Fur-Pawrents in the world. We invite you…

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