Dog Works Radio Shows

Join host Michele Forto as she discusses five BBQ Safety Tips for Dog Owners on Dog Works Radio Warm weather means cookouts, pool parties, and long days spent outdoors. While most dogs love to spend time outside, there are safety precautions to keep in mind before planning your next backyard BBQ bash. Keep these five tips in mind to ensure you and your dog will have a stress-free summer cookout.

Join hosts Robert Forto and Kourosh Partow as they welcome sprint musher Scott Maruskie of Chugiak, Alaska to The Dog Driver Show. On this podcast, the guys talk to Scott about being a president in a mushing club, junior mushing, his dogs, nutrition, and much more. 

Join host Robert Forto as he welcomes fellow podcaster, James Jacobson of the Dog Podcast Network to the Dog Works Radio Show.  On the podcast we talk about how James got started in business, writing books, podcasting, living in Hawaii and more. We also discuss the importance for educating dog owners about canine cancer and what is upcoming on the Dog Podcast Network's family of shows. 

Join host Robert Forto as he provides a music tribute to a special dog, Raegan of Team Ineka who passed away recently. If you have been a fan of Dog Works Radio over the years you have heard us talk about Raegan.  Please take a moment to listen and hope that it can help you in a special way If you know a family member or friend who may have lost a beloved dog, please share this podcast with them too.  EPISODE NOTES and SONG LIST: A Music Tribute to Raegan

Join hosts Robert Forto and Kourosh Partow as they welcome sprint musher, Todd Whitcomb of Knik, Alaska to The Dog Driver Show.  On the podcast, we talk to Todd about the Fur Rondy sled dog race, racing sled dogs, nutrition, training, and more. 

Join host Michele Forto as she discusses how to keep your dog calm during the Fourth of July fireworks on Dog Works Radio.  Michele offers tips and tricks to keep your dog safe during the Fourth of July and all the festivities including a very important call to action on how you can make a difference during this holiday weekend. 

Join hosts Robert Forto and Kourosh Partow as they welcome Dr. Heather Huson of Cornell University to talk about her sled dog genetics research.  This interview was recorded at the sled dog expo and conference for the Great Lakes Sled Dog Association. On the podcast we talk about Dr. Huson's work, a canine aging study and the importance of understanding genetics in dogs. 

Join host and lead trainer of Alaska Dog Works, Michele Forto as she discusses the 10 questions every dog owner should ask their vet on Dog Works Radio Being proactive about preventative health is one of the best ways to ensure that your dog enjoys a long and happy life. But what questions should you be asking your veterinarian to ensure that you’re doing your part to keep your dog healthy and lower the risk of illness, disease, and injury? We’ve put together this list of the 10 most important questions you should ask your vet to arm you with the need-to-know information all dedicated dog owners should know.

Join hosts Robert Forto and Kourosh Partow as they welcome sprint musher, Didier Ozel from France to talk about mushing with his Siberian Huskies.  In this interview we do our best with translating from French to English to talk about world class racing, training, nutrition and more. 

Join host Michele Forto as she discusses the 31 dogs breeds in the American Kennel Club's Working Dog Group. These dogs are intelligent, strong, watchful and alert. Bred to assist man, they excel at jobs such as guarding property, pulling sleds and performing water rescues. These dogs make wonderful companions but because the are large, and naturally protective, prospective owners need to know how to properly train and socialize these dogs.

Join hosts Robert Forto and Kourosh Partow as they welcome sprint musher, Pam Richards to The Dog Driver Show.  On this episode of the Dog Driver the guys talk to our guest about sprint mushing, sled dogs, nutrition, favorite races and more. 

Join Michele as she discusses the American Kennel Club's S.T.A.R. Puppy Program on Dog Works Radio. Did you know that starting your new pup in training is one of the most important things you can do to set them up for success? At Alaska Dog Works we offer the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy program as a stand-alone course as well as part of our Peak Performance Puppy Program. This podcast will help get you started on a road to success with your new puppy!

Join Robert and KP as they welcome sprint musher, Bruce Magnusson to The Dog Driver Show. On this episode we talk about stage racing, traveling to Alaska with sled dogs, and much more. 

On this episode of Dog Works Radio, Michele discusses how pandemic puppies are now becoming problem dogs for many owners.  Social distancing which kept many people healthy during the pandemic has been a disaster for some of they dogs they adopted as companions to comfort them during the pandemic. Owners are calling for help as obedience classes are filling up across the country. 

On this episode Robert and KP interview stage musher and tour operator, Austin Forney of Leadville, Colorado. They talk about the world-famous Pedigree Stage Stop Race, running a sled dog tour business high in the Colorado mountains, and much more. 

On this episode, Michele discusses the Community Canine program offered through the American Kennel Club.  AKC Community Canine is the third and most advanced level of the Canine Good Citizen Program. In AKC Community Canine, dogs can earn the CGCA (Advanced CGC) title. The goal of AKC Community Canine is to test the dog’s skills in a natural setting. For example, rather than the dog being tested in a ring, in AKC Community Canine, the “walks through a crowd” test item will involve the dog walking through a real crowd at a dog show, on a busy sidewalk, at a training club, or in a local park.

Join hosts Robert and KP as they welcome sprint musher Martin Vrtel from the Czech Republic. On this episode, they talk to Martin about training, nutrition, and racing in Europe with sled dogs. 

On this episode of Dog Works Radio, Michele answers the question: Is Owning a Dog Good for Your Health?  Ever wondered why dogs are so important in our lives? Maybe you already suspected owning a dog has palpable benefits for her humans. Turns out it’s true, and some of them are actually measurable. There’s strong evidence it is. A study in Sweden revealed 23% fewer deaths from heart disease and a 20% lower risk of death by any cause. This and much more...

Join hosts Robert Forto and KP as they welcome sprint musher Rune Haugmo to The Dog Driver Show.  Sponsors Alaska Dog Works  First Paw Coffee Company

On this episode of Dog Works Radio, Robert is joined by canine trainer, Nicole Forto of Alaska Dog Works. Nicole is a pro trainer and specializes in building a better relationship between pet parents and their dogs.  They discussed the dog training world, tips, and tricks for pets owners, and more.