The Fresh Patch Podcast - Where Good Pets Get It.

You Can Teach A Bathroom Cue Without Controlling Your Dog

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2451160/fan_mail/new] You can buy the right products and still feel stuck if your dog training plan is built on myths. We’re joined by Juliana DeWillems, owner of JW Dog Training and a certified dog trainer and behavior consultant, to get real about what actually drives behavior change and why positive reinforcement works without fear, intimidation, or force. We also talk about how virtual dog training can be surprisingly effective, because it teaches you to become the trainer in your own home. From there, we dig into the messy truth about potty training. Juliana explains substrate preference and why what your puppy practices early can shape their bathroom habits for life. We cover why real grass can make the indoor transition easier than potty pads, how Fresh Patch can help senior dogs or dogs dealing with medication side effects, arthritis, or post-surgery restrictions (including TPLO recovery), and how a nearby potty option can reduce stress for everyone. You’ll also get step-by-step guidance on putting pottying “on cue” with a phrase like “go potty,” plus the reward timing detail most people miss: celebrate too early and you can accidentally interrupt the behavior. We wrap with the biggest mistakes Juliana sees, including correcting accidents and giving puppies too much space too soon, and how a better setup can make consistency feel doable. Subscribe for more practical dog training conversations, share this with a new puppy parent, and leave a review if these tips help you build a calmer routine with your dog. Thanks for listening to the Fresh Patch podcast brought to you by Fresh Patch. We hope you enjoyed the show. Give us a like or a follow, or shop all of our real grass supplies at freshpatch.com. [https://www.freshpatch.com/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/freshpatch/], TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@freshpatch], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/freshpatch], Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@FreshPatch], Reddit [https://www.reddit.com/user/freshpatchofficial/]

How To Build Real World Skills With Your Dog

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2451160/fan_mail/new] Your dog can be “well behaved” without fear, force, or hours of drilling, and today’s guest proves it. We’re joined by Nicole Ellis, a celebrity dog trainer and pet lifestyle expert in Los Angeles, along with Rossi, to unpack what positive reinforcement actually looks like when you need results in real life, not just in your living room. We talk about how Nicole got her start with a shelter dog who grew into a confident partner for service work, therapy work, and production sets, and why that kind of transformation is often about clarity and consistency more than “fixing” a dog. Nicole also shares what it takes to keep learning in the dog training world, including certifications like CPDT and training through Karen Pryor Academy, plus why continued education matters as the science of behavior evolves. Then we dig into one of the most useful ideas we’ve heard for stressed-out pets: Fear Free care. Nicole explains how Fear Free vets and groomers reduce anxiety with smarter environments, better handling, and consent-based training that can make exams safer and calmer for everyone. If your dog hates the vet, this part is for you. We also get practical about potty routines and why Nicole has relied on Fresh Patch real grass for years, from puppy training and senior dog convenience to protecting rental yards and making hotel stays and Vegas travel way easier. Subscribe for more conversations like this, share the episode with a fellow dog parent, and leave a review so more listeners can find us. Thanks for listening to the Fresh Patch podcast brought to you by Fresh Patch. We hope you enjoyed the show. Give us a like or a follow, or shop all of our real grass supplies at freshpatch.com. [https://www.freshpatch.com/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/freshpatch/], TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@freshpatch], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/freshpatch], Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@FreshPatch], Reddit [https://www.reddit.com/user/freshpatchofficial/]

Stop Buying ESA Letters From Amazon

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2451160/fan_mail/new] A puppy can be the best decision you make or a daily stress machine if you skip the unglamorous planning. We sit down with Prairie Conlon, a mental health clinician who works with animal-assisted therapy, to talk about what new pet owners actually underestimate: your environment, your schedule, and the real cost of “tiny dinosaur” chaos. We get specific about why potty training routines have to start immediately, how inconsistency follows you for years, and what it really takes to set a dog up for success in an apartment or a busy workweek.  Then we tackle the emotional support animal letter conversation with zero fluff. We break down ESA vs pet ownership, what makes an ESA letter legitimate, and why the only clear legal protection is housing between a landlord and tenant. Prairie explains how the ESA landscape shifted culturally, why “instant letters” and online certificates are major red flags, and what a real clinical evaluation and treatment plan should look like if you’re seeking an emotional support animal.  We also dig into the mental health benefits of pets, from research on cortisol and blood pressure to the everyday truth that animals create purpose, routine, and mindfulness. We talk trauma and depression, why walks and fresh air matter, and how accessible bathroom solutions like Fresh Patch real grass dog potties can help people with limited mobility or high-rise living make pet care workable. If you’ve ever wondered whether a rabbit can be an ESA, we cover that too. Subscribe, share this with a friend who’s about to get a puppy, and leave a review with your biggest pet routine win. Use code FRESH15 for 15% off your ESA evaluation at certapet.com (valid until 6/8) Thanks for listening to the Fresh Patch podcast brought to you by Fresh Patch. We hope you enjoyed the show. Give us a like or a follow, or shop all of our real grass supplies at freshpatch.com. [https://www.freshpatch.com/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/freshpatch/], TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@freshpatch], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/freshpatch], Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@FreshPatch], Reddit [https://www.reddit.com/user/freshpatchofficial/]

How Oatmeal the Golden Retriever Became A Pet Internet Star

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2451160/fan_mail/new] A Golden Retriever who looks like he’s running on tiny “baby cat paws,” grunts like he’s trying to speak English, and somehow turns everyday chaos into comfort-watch comedy? We’re talking with Adria, the creator behind Adria and Oatmeal, to unpack how Oatmeal went from nightmare puppy to internet main character and why millions of pet owners see their own lives in his weird little choices. We get into the craft side of pet content creation on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube: how Adria plans a week of videos without killing spontaneity, why raw two-minute clips can beat hours of editing, and how one simple story-time moment can explode. She also shares the creator lesson that changes everything once you’re full-time: your audience becomes your boss, and respecting that trust is the difference between a quick spike and a long career. Then we go full dog-parent reality. Adria breaks down what most people don’t understand about owning a Golden Retriever until they live it: nonstop fur, puppy chaos, grooming routines, joint support, and the post-swim process to prevent hot spots and ear infections. Finally, we talk apartment life solutions, including how she discovered Fresh Patch and why a real grass dog potty on the balcony matters for safety at night, middle-of-the-night potty breaks, and a low-maintenance routine with auto-ship convenience. Subscribe for more guests, share this with a fellow dog parent, and leave a review so more good pets can find the show. Thanks for listening to the Fresh Patch podcast brought to you by Fresh Patch. We hope you enjoyed the show. Give us a like or a follow, or shop all of our real grass supplies at freshpatch.com. [https://www.freshpatch.com/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/freshpatch/], TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@freshpatch], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/freshpatch], Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@FreshPatch], Reddit [https://www.reddit.com/user/freshpatchofficial/]

Raising A Bernedoodle In Brooklyn With A Real Grass Potty

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2451160/fan_mail/new] A “mini” bernedoodle that grew into a 50-pound bundle of joy, a Brooklyn terrace that doubles as a lifesaver at 2 a.m., and a creator who treats planning like a superpower. We sit down with Taryn Berman from New York City and her dog Remy From BK to talk about what it’s actually like raising a high-energy dog in a dense city while keeping a full career moving.  We get into the practical side of NYC dog ownership: finding green space, building community through dog-friendly parks and coffee spots, and staying alert on tight sidewalks where dogs are everywhere. Taryn shares favorite Brooklyn hangouts, what surprises people about city dog safety, and why basic dog poop etiquette matters more than you’d think when the streets get crowded.  Then we zoom in on routines and tools that make apartment dog life easier. Taryn explains how Fresh Patch (real grass dog potty) helps with late-night bathroom runs, early mornings, work-from-home days, and those rough puppy stomach-issue nights when you need convenience fast. We also talk content creation for dog Instagram, including batching drafts, using Instagram insights, and using AI tools to brainstorm and tighten captions without losing an authentic voice.  If you love dogs, NYC life, and smart creator habits, follow Remy’s journey and share this with a fellow city dog owner. Subscribe, leave a review, and tell us: what’s the one routine or product you swear by for your dog? Thanks for listening to the Fresh Patch podcast brought to you by Fresh Patch. We hope you enjoyed the show. Give us a like or a follow, or shop all of our real grass supplies at freshpatch.com. [https://www.freshpatch.com/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/freshpatch/], TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@freshpatch], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/freshpatch], Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@FreshPatch], Reddit [https://www.reddit.com/user/freshpatchofficial/]