Best Victoria Warfel Podcasts (2025)

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Service Dog Breeds (and why Goldens are the best) 36:57

5d ago36:57

36:57

There are "unicorns" - but to set yourself up for success, we recommend going with one of our Goldens. And here is why.

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Travel to North Carolina with 4 Service Dogs 42:15

12d ago42:15

42:15

We went to Charlotte, North Carolina for a go home. Here is our recap on the drive home.

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Prep your Service Dog for Theme Parks 32:44

26d ago32:44

32:44

How to prep your dog for theme parks!

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What you NEED to know about puppies! 48:14

1M ago48:14

48:14

Tera, Willy, Bridget and I were on our way to the Mall at Millenia in Orlando. During our hour car ride, we discussed PUPPIES - and what you NEED to know about them and their training.

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Halloween Safety with your Service Dog 38:43

1M ago38:43

38:43

Holly joined me on a Facebook live to discuss Halloween safety.

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Dream Dogz to Heart & Soul to Hope Service Dogs 27:44

2M ago27:44

27:44

Here is the history of where we are now.

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Summer 2025 update 1:08:41

2M ago1:08:41

1:08:41

Its been a couple months - here is what has been going on with Hope Service Dogs & with me.

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Mistakes owners make with their service dog 33:47

5M ago33:47

33:47

Mistakes and how to course correct

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Tasks we do NOT like for service dogs 51:54

5M ago51:54

51:54

So many tasks, so little time...

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Friendships (& Service Dogs) 31:53

5M ago31:53

31:53

Kind of a tangent-y episode.

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How to be a Psychiatric Service Dog Trainer 33:36

5M ago33:36

33:36

One of our audience questions, that we answer.

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Gear Fear? 25:32

7M ago25:32

25:32

What to do if your service dog does NOT like their gear?

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How long does it take to train a service dog? 45:39

7M ago45:39

45:39

And what is the difference between SD, ESA, Therapy dog?

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Service Dog FRAUD - LIARS! 21:03

8M ago21:03

21:03

Regarding people who try to "beat the system"

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Puppy Training & End Goals 43:24

8M ago43:24

43:24

What you do with your puppy depends on what you want when your puppy is grown.

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Socialization Mistakes 24:30

8M ago24:30

24:30

The main socialization mistakes we see.

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Can Service Dogs Still Be Dogs? 21:30

8M ago21:30

21:30

Can Service Dogs Still Be Dogs? explores the balance between a service dog's working role and their ability to enjoy a fulfilling, happy life. While service dogs have important jobs, they should still be allowed to experience play, relaxation, and bonding with their handlers. Blog on this episode - https://hopeservicedogs.org/blog/can-service-dogs-…

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Let’s Talk About Sex (and Spay/Neuter): Demystifying Dog Reproduction 20:20

8M ago20:20

20:20

In this refreshingly honest episode, Victoria from Service Dog Success dives nose-first into the not-so-talked-about world of dog reproduction. From heat cycles and hormone development to when (and why) you shouldn’t rush into spaying and neutering, she breaks down what every responsible dog owner should know. Expect humor, science, personal anecdo…

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Positivity & Thick Blood 24:38

9M ago24:38

24:38

Positivity in life AND dog training. Along with doctor update and thoughts on it.

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Safety at your VET office 36:45

9M ago36:45

36:45

How to keep your dog safe at the veterinarian office.

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Cooperative Care aka how to make handling your dog easier 22:21

10M ago22:21

22:21

Nail trims, medications, grooming - it can be so much easier once you and your dog have a relationship based on trust and cooperation. Here is how to get it.

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Clickers & Puppy Training 45:25

10M ago45:25

45:25

Our puppies are heading home - clickers charged and ready to learn! Here is some key info on starting your puppies training right.

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Client Calls & Advice 44:57

11M ago44:57

44:57

Client calls and our advice

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Listener Q & My A 30:38

11M ago30:38

30:38

A listener asked about washing/retiring their service dog who has been in training for a year, due to lack of enthusiasm for the job. Here is my response.

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NePoPo and other training techniques 39:01

11M ago39:01

39:01

While NePoPo has its benefits, it is not THE technique (protocol?) that is best for service dogs. Here is some information what we have discovered along the way.

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Goal Setting 2025 1:15:54

11M ago1:15:54

1:15:54

Goal setting for 2025 and tangents (of course) with Holly and Angus

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APDT Conference 2024 recap 33:35

12M ago33:35

33:35

Jamie, Bert & I attended the annual APDT conference in Riverside, California.

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Holidays & Family Visits 48:22

12M ago48:22

48:22

Do you bring your service dog along?

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Service Dog at Disneyland & Disney's California Adventure 54:20

12M ago54:20

54:20

We spent two days at Downtown Disney, along with a day at Disneyland and at Disney's California Adventure.

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Service Dog in LA, Marina del Ray and Venice Beach 18:31

1y ago18:31

18:31

We were in LA for just a couple days. After Universal Studios, we went to Marina del Ray for breakfast, then walked (rolled) to Venice Beach.

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Service Dog at Universal Studios Hollywood 46:22

1y ago46:22

46:22

Jamie and I (and Bert) did the VIP experience at Universal Studios in Hollywood.

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FL to CA, traveling with your service dog 49:26

1y ago49:26

49:26

James, Owlbert and I flew from Orlando, Florida to Los Angeles, California for our 10-day trip covering LA, Universal Hollywood, Venice Beach, Disneyland, and Riverside for the APDT (Association of Pro Dog Trainers) Conference. I broke his down into parts, this first includes traveling with your service dog via Southwest Airlines and lyft/uber.…

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Hurricane Milton 19:24

1y ago19:24

19:24

Hurricane Milton came through and caused some serious devastation to Florida. Luckily we were spared. Here is how we prepped for it.

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Sephoria 2024 1:21:49

1y ago1:21:49

1:21:49

We attended SEPHORiA 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia - me and Owlbert & Tera and Pirate. Here is how it went.

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Service Dogs at Georgia Aquarium 35:56

1y ago35:56

35:56

Owlbert & his daughter Pirate came with us to Georgia Aquarium - here is how it went.

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Road Tripping with your Service Dog 58:41

1y ago58:41

58:41

Owlbert & his daughter Pirate came with Tera & I on our road trip to Atlanta. Tips and advice on traveling with your service dog.

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Q&A time! 37:52

1y ago37:52

37:52

we have had people ask us questions, here are our answers.

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Sephoria 2023 28:53

1y ago28:53

28:53

since we are on our way to Atlanta for Sephoria 2024, here is a recap of last years, in New York City. We also discuss the challenges of service dogs in big cities.

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Conformation showing - breeding prospects and service dogs 32:23

1y ago32:23

32:23

all of our breeding dogs have earned their IABCA international championships. Tera joins me in discussing the experience and why we aim to earn this.

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My Dysautonomia Journey 45:31

1y ago45:31

45:31

I was diagnosed at 19 yr old, but have been passing out since I was in the single digits. Here about my dysautonomia journey.

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Strong Tasks for your Service Dog 20:36

1y ago20:36

20:36

This episode is in response to a comment on one of our earlier episodes, asking about having your service dog carry medications for you.

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Tools, Toys & Gear 36:30

1y ago36:30

36:30

What we love and what we don't.

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Luring vs Collar 36:49

1+ y ago36:49

36:49

A question came up in one of my Service Dog Facebook groups, asking if luring or leash/collar was the best for training a service dog. Here is my response.

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Dyeing Your Service Dog? 10:07

1+ y ago10:07

10:07

HSD does NOT recommend dyeing your dog. Board Member Holly explains why.

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First Outings for Your Service Dog In Training 41:11

1+ y ago41:11

41:11

At what age do you start public access training for your service dog in training? Where should you train at, location wise? And why? What about pet friendly vs pet heavy locations - surely you start there? No? Why not? These questions are answered, and more!

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FAQ - Flying with Your Service Dog 29:20

1+ y ago29:20

29:20

Answering the big questions on flying with your service dog/in training. What age can your service dog fly? What about fear periods? How do you prep your dog to fly? What do you need to pack? What do you need to do beforehand? And more!

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Viral TikTok Video - the 2 questions and so much more 31:02

1+ y ago31:02

31:02

We have a 10 second video going viral on TikTok, on the two questions that can be asked to Service Dog handlers.

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Expectation VS Reality 45:29

1+ y ago45:29

45:29

What can you really expect from a service dog prospect / service dog in training / service dog?

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Dysautonomia at Disney - passing out at Florida theme parks 8:39

1+ y ago8:39

8:39

I have had the experience of passing out at Universal, Disney, and Sea World. Here I share my most memorable. What happened, and how the team members helped.