EPISODE · Aug 21, 2025 · 24 MIN
The Most Interesting Dogs in Literature
from Your Family Dog Podcast · host Tina Spring
Welcome to Throwback Thursday! This week, we're going way back in the archives to revisit an episode about our favorite bookish dogs. Tune in and let us know your favorite! Colleen Pelar and Julie Fudge Smith invite writer Ellie Hicks to join them in a discussion of books with or about dogs and their favorite literary pups. For more information and show notes: Your Family Dog Podcast Ellie's blog on 10 of the Best Literary Dogs @YFDPodcast YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@YFDPodcast The Most Interesting Dogs In Literature Ellie Hicks is a writer, and Julie’s daughter and our audio producer! This is her list for AMReading Time Stamps - 0:00 Welcome and Introduction 1:22 Which dogs are not on the list and why? 4:09 Ribsy 5:12 The Woofie’s Song - YOU NEED TO HEAR THIS! 6:20 Buck from Call of the Wild, Big Red series by Jim Kjelgaard 7:30 Little House on the Prairie - Jack 9:30 Toto from The Wizard of Oz 11:10 James Harriet’s dog tales 14:17 The Game of Thrones/Song of Fire & Ice - The Direwolves 15:10 Fang 16:20 Argos 18:43 Muggs Cave Canem! Stay in the Loop with the Your Family Dog Podcast Mailing Address: Tina M. Spring, 115 Pointers Ridge Drive, Athens, GA 30606-1490 YFDPod Merch TBA The Your Family Dog Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YFDPodcast Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your-family-dog-podcast/id1163178672 Spotify Podcasts: Your Family Dog Podcast ON SOCIAL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourfamilydogpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YourFamilyDogPodcast/ The Your Family Dog Podcast is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content provided on this podcast does not constitute professional veterinary, behavioral, or training advice. Always consult with a licensed veterinarian, a positive reinforcement-based professional dog trainer, or a qualified pet professional before making any decisions regarding your pet’s health, behavior, or training. While we strive to share accurate and helpful information, every dog is unique, and what works for one may not work for another. The hosts and guests of The Your Family Dog Podcast disclaim all liability for any actions taken based on the content of this podcast. Listener discretion is advised when implementing any suggestions discussed. This podcast may feature guests with their own views, which do not necessarily reflect the opinions or policies of the podcast hosts. ©2016-2025 Your Family Dog Podcast LLC
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Welcome to Throwback Thursday! This week, we're going way back in the archives to revisit an episode about our favorite bookish dogs. Tune in and let us know your favorite! Colleen Pelar and Julie Fudge Smith invite writer Ellie Hicks to join them in a discussion of books with or about dogs and their favorite literary pups. For more information and show notes: Your Family Dog Podcast Ellie's blog on 10 of the Best Literary Dogs @YFDPodcast YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@YFDPodcast The Most Interesting Dogs In Literature Ellie Hicks is a writer, and Julie’s daughter and our audio producer! This is her list for AMReading Time Stamps - 0:00 Welcome and Introduction 1:22 Which dogs are not on the list and why? 4:09 Ribsy 5:12 The Woofie’s Song - YOU NEED TO HEAR THIS! 6:20 Buck from Call of the Wild, Big Red series by Jim Kjelgaard 7:30 Little House on the Prairie - Jack 9:30 Toto from The Wizard of Oz 11:10 James Harriet’s dog tales 14:17 The Game of Thrones/Song of Fire & Ice - The Direwolves 15:10 Fang 16:20 Argos 18:43 Muggs Cave Canem! Stay in the Loop with the Your Family Dog Podcast Mailing Address: Tina M. Spring, 115 Pointers Ridge Drive, Athens, GA 30606-1490 YFDPod Merch TBA The Your Family Dog Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YFDPodcast Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your-family-dog-podcast/id1163178672 Spotify Podcasts: Your Family Dog Podcast ON SOCIAL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourfamilydogpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YourFamilyDogPodcast/ The Your Family Dog Podcast is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content provided on this podcast does not constitute professional veterinary, behavioral, or training advice. Always consult with a licensed veterinarian, a positive reinforcement-based professional dog trainer, or a qualified pet professional before making any decisions regarding your pet’s health, behavior, or training. While we strive to share accurate and helpful information, every dog is unique, and what works for one may not work for another. The hosts and guests of The Your Family Dog Podcast disclaim all liability for any actions taken based on the content of this podcast. Listener discretion is advised when implementing any suggestions discussed. This podcast may feature guests with their own views, which do not necessarily reflect the opinions or policies of the podcast hosts. ©2016-2025 Your Family Dog Podcast LLC
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