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Tales with Tails

by Monique Renee

Do all of your tales have tails? Mine too! Uplifting, heartfelt and positive tail wagging tales premier weekly hosted by Monique of Silver Paw Studio. As a lifelong animal lover like you and as a professional pet and people photographer you can imagine I have many tales to tell! Peek behind the Paw of my life as a creative business owner.

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Episodes

  1. Heading out to see the fam! 2021 Season 1 is a wrap | Recorded May 1, 2021

    After two very long years I am finally off to see my daughter and grandbaby! I've had both vaccines and feel safe traveling and can hardly wait to meet my new grandson and meet my granddog for the first time! Over the next 2 days I have lots to get ready in the studio. Cross your paws that I can...

  2. Older Pups, Staff Photos, Themed Event all in one week! | Recorded 04/23/2021

    This week I had a pair of older pups in the studio, went out for staff photos and set up for a themed photo event for Animal Friends Alliance adoptable dogs and cats. Also a bathroom remodel update and an update on how Bailey is handling these busy times. Remember to visit the NEW central hub of...

  3. Sick Days Reflections | Recorded 04/16/2021

    Chaos, sickness, construction and snow. Welcome to another peek behind the paw of my pet photography businesses. This week did not go as planned, did not go smoothly, and was not at all comfortable. Yet I worked on projects, saw people I loved, and found peace. Remember to visit the NEW central…

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  4. Secret Project Revealed! | Recorded 04/09/2021

    At long last I am revealing my "Secret Project"! For four months I have been building a central hub of resources for pet photographers. All my courses, .pdfs, templates and checklists together. AND a brand new Community Center Membership option. More will be added every month. Whether you are a...

  5. Milestone 50th Birthday, Golden Eagles and Burrowing Owls | Recorded 04/02/2021

    My favorite number is 50. Did you know you can use "fifty" as a noun, verb or adjective? Learn about my search for burrowing owls and golden eagles, how business faired this week, and what I think of the birthday. This episode recorded: April 2, 2021 Follow along with me as I reveal the ups and...

  6. Surprise Vaccine, Difficult Emails and Massive Projects Finished | Recorded 03/26/2021

    On fire this week checking things off the whiteboard lists! Took some time to reinvent my whiteboard/time blocking/todo list strategy and it's paying off! Sent lots of emails (that made me uncomfortable), updated the website and finished my Secret Project. And I also had the opportunity for the...

  7. Count Your WINS and Blizzard Report | Recorded 03/19/2021

    That blizzard hit us last weekend with nearly 3 feet of snow! It gave me 2 full days to work on my "secret project". To find out more join the email group at https://bit.ly/propetphotog. Had another session with my coach Jeffrey Shaw (be sure to preorder his book and get in on the Self Employed...

  8. Bracing for the Storm of the Century | Recorded 03/12/2021

    As this episode premiers we will be smack in the middle of one of the biggest storms in a century here in Colorado. This episode is recorded on Friday, the calm before the storm. Snow should start falling Saturday and keep going strong through Sunday. Some showers will continue even Monday…

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  9. Business Coaching, Bathroom, and Braces | Recorded 03/05/2021

    Feeling much better this week and making progress on all fronts. I mention an upcoming practically free business conference that I HIGHLY suggest you jump on NOW! Buy the book and get the conference FREE: www.selfemployedsummit.com My Video Editor Epic Kate's YouTube:...

  10. Toxic positivity, down days and braces | Recorded 02/26/2021

    Down day today and wasn't sure I would even post this episode. Neighborhood drama, slow business, sore teeth, missing family, pandemic exhaustion and toxic positivity all get me down today. This episode recorded: February 26, 2021 Follow along with me as I reveal the ups and downs of running a...

  11. First Peek into 2021 - Wedding, baby, coaching, YouTube - Catch Up with Me!

    Happy New Year Everyone! We finally made it to 2021. I have a couple months of catching up to do! Did I reach my 1,000 subscribers on YouTube? Did I start coaching with Jeffrey Shaw? Am I a new grandma? Did I get married? All is revealed in this first episode of 2021! This episode recorded:...

  12. Last Peek Behind the Paw Episode of the Year

    Another season of Tales with Tails is a wrap! Have you enjoyed these Peeks Behind the Paw of my life as a pet photographer? This episode is a brief recap of the year and what is ahead for 2021. Happy New Year to everyone! This episode recorded: December 18, 2020 Follow along with me as I reveal…

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  13. THE Jeffrey Shaw coaching, burnout & end of year

    With less than 3 weeks left of 2020 I am wrapping up client work, enjoying some time with Steve and snagged the opportunity to work one to one with THE Jeffrey Shaw. Jeff hosts the Self Employed Life Podcast (formerly Creative Warriors), he is a Tedx speaker, renowned photographer, author of…

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  14. Client Meetings, Heat is On and Elk in Backyard

    This week flew by! Lots of client work wrapping up. Those elk from up the road wandered into the field behind my house and I spotted the first 2 bald eagles of the season on the pond too. YouTube is at 792 subs. Just 208 away from my 1000 subscriber goal for the year. Check out the channel link...

  15. Wedding Postponed, Falcons and YouTube

    This weekend (as I record this episode actually) would have been our wedding. With Coronavirus rampant we decided to postpone. And of course it's a glorious sunny blue bird sky day. I also had a Falcon as a client session and my YouTube goal continues. This episode recorded: November 27, 2020...

  16. Vulnerable email, YouTube Goal and Appliance woes

    Getting closer to my 1000 subscriber goal on YouTube-we are now at 775. Link below if you want to join too! My daily video upload is taking it all out of me but I haven't missed a day. This week I have some ongoing appliance issues at home and no heat at the studio. Lastly I divulge my vulnerable...

  17. Kittens and elk and endless video editing

    Nearly drowning in video editing work this week I did have a chance for some photography. An adorable kitten with flowers and a surprise herd of elk in town! I am getting closer to my goal of 1,000 subscribers on YouTube too. Please join us! This episode recorded: November 13, 2020 Follow along...

  18. New Ridiculous Goal, Lens Comparison, and StoryTime

    Last weekend I suddenly decided on an immensely lofty goal. I want to grow my YouTube channel from 747 to 1000 subscribers by December 31, 2020. You can help! I have pet photography tips, gear info, and a new limited segment "Storytime". ---- YouTube:...

  19. Big picture epiphany, snow, down days and voting reminder

    This week I expanded my vision for the work I do for fellow pet photographers. You are the first to hear the seed of my idea. We also finally had snow slow down the fires, I enjoyed a down day and a friendly reminder to vote. This episode recorded: Recorded October 30, 2020 Follow along with me…

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  20. Fall sessions, Colorado Fires, and Black Sheep Values

    Colorado wildfires came within 4 miles of my house but have since receded. But they've expanded into the west slope of the Rockies. My heart goes out to everyone. Managed to squeeze in a family photo session and a commercial video before our snow storm coming this weekend. I also discuss my Flock...

  21. Fire Evacuations, Mini Course Success & Anxiety

    Another up and down week here at Silver Paw Studio. The Cameron Peak Fire is being whipped south and east towards us by strong winds and low humidity. Evacuations are 9 miles from me. In a bright spot this week the Mini Course went well and I am working on client projects. Stay safe everyone!...

  22. Mini Course, Three Photo Sessions and An Urgent Care Visit

    Sign up for the FREE 5 Day Mini Course -Make Your Website Work FOR You here: https://bit.ly/5DayWebsiteWork Recorded October 9, 2020. Mini Course, Urgent Care and Session Packed Week. Every have a week where a month of work and projects all land on the same week? Yup that's me. Started with Steve...

  23. Business vs Personal, Learning Curves, Getting Outside My 100 Square Feet

    Recorded October 2, 2020. Wildfires, US election in 32 days, new programs, accountability, anxiety, ill parents and more filled my week. Is there really a line between your business and your personal life? I don't think so. There's no way to cut your humanity, values and concentration in half....

  24. Tolerations, Crying, and Business Secrets - Behind the Paw Week of Sept 20, 2020

    Many ups and downs this week. We start with my realization of Tolerances and what I did about them over the weekend. I share an upswing followed the next day by a downswing. Besides crying I tell you what I did about the depressing report. We also chat a little about my failure video just posted…

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  25. New Season-Peek Behind the Paw of Weekly Life as a Pet Photographer/Videographer

    "The most personal tales are often the most universal." My friend and creative coach Franklin Taggart said that to me years ago. The Pack Bulletin weekly email newsletter immediately changed to story format. Each week people read a hearfelt story of what I am going through, inspiration, and of...

  26. Dawn Wilson's Tales from Rocky Mountain National Park and Alaska

    Dawn Wilson joined me on the show from Estes Park, Colorado this summer. With the pandemic the national parks have changed up how they control crowds. We talk about our take on the impact of the changes this year and how we think the animals are affected. If you want to take stunning images in…

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  27. Cris Carter Answers the Question "What About Our Pets?"

    Do you make an extensive list for your pet sitter when you go on vacation? What about if you are hospitalized? Or what happens to your pets and animals when you pass away? Cris Carter is the Attorney with Heart. There are so many ways you can incorporate your pets into your estate planning. Find...

  28. Colorado Pet Pantry Founder Eileen Lambert

    Colorado Pet Pantry has over 60 locations throughout the state from partnerships with human food banks to 'mini' pantries. Find out all the amazing services and ways to serve in today's episode with Eileen Lambert who is he Founder and Executive Director. https://www.coloradopetpantry.org/ Share...

  29. NoCo Pet Summit

    The very first Virtual Pet Summit will be Thursday and Friday, June 25 & 26, 2020. Hosted by NoCo Pet Pack on our Facebook page. Jenn from K9 Fitness Works and I, Silver Paw Studio, co-founded the NoCo Pet Pack in January of this year. It is a networking and business group of pet businessmen....

  30. All Pet Voices founder Chloe Divita

    Ever wish there were a hub of reliable pet information? Wish you could watch informative and thought provoking interviews and videos on the pet topics you are curious about? You are in luck! Hundreds of creators from the former BlogPaws community led by Chloe Divita have formed All Pet Voices. I...

  31. HeArtsSpeak Artists Helping Animals with Caitlin Quinn

    Do you have a heart for helping animals? Would you like to surround yourself with fellow artists to support animal rescues? Whether you are a hobbyist or professional, a photographer or a graphic designer, from Colorado or Spain HeArtsSpeak.org is the place for you! Find out more about this...

  32. Isolation and Pets- What are Sue and I (and our pets) Up To?

    Sue and I co-host the radio show Critter Patter. On this episode Sue calls me from the Blue Studio at KRFC 88.9 fm to chat about how we and our pets are doing during isolation from the Coronavirus Pandemic. Sue gives an easy dog treat recipe and I give pet photography tips. And we give you our…

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  33. Pets and Corona Virus with Veterinarian Dr. Katie Woodley

    Dr. Katie Woodley joined my Critter Patter radio show co-host Sue Carroll for an interview on March 18,2020. With the pandemic of Corona Virus (COVID 19) effecting people world wide many have questions about our pets. Dr. Katie gives factual and timely information in this episode. If you would…

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  34. Animal Friends Alliance Merger Update

    Animal House Rescue and Grooming and Fort Collins Cat Rescue combined forced to create Animal Friends Alliance. As of January 2020 the merger is official. Sue and I both host this episode interviewing Sarah Swanty the founder of Fort Collins Cat Rescue and now executive director of Animal Friends...

  35. Sue Carroll from Bones Du Jour is a Treat

    Sue and I host the radio show Critter Patter and I had the pleasure of interviewing her this week! Did you know she rehabbed a bat? Or that her cat is a doctor? Or she has three turtles? Learn all about her dog treat bakery Bones Du Jour https://dogtreatssogood.com/ and more in this episode.…

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  36. Exploring the World of the Barn Owl with Scott Rashid

    Scott Rashid of Colorado Avian Research and Rehabilitation Institute also known (CARRI) recently released his newest book "Exploring the World of the Barn Owl (An intimate look into their secretive lives)". This episode is all about Barn Owls. We skim over the chapters of the book but you really...

  37. This Counselor Horses Around - Pia Jansen with Unbridled Farm

    Pia Jansen is a counselor and coach to humans as her primary role. But for the last 12 years she has included her herd of horses and donkeys as teaching examples for her clients. Just by being themselves (no special instructions from Pia) people can learn problem solving, leadership, nurturing…

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  38. Drink With Your Dog - Amber Quann Interview

    Amber Quann from Summit Dog Training joined me in the studio to talk about her wildly popular Drink With Your Dog Project. She teaches people and their pups to have good manner in breweries! I will drink to that! Find out all about Amber, her training, and the Drink With you Dog Project in this...

  39. Emergency & Winter Prep Tips from Dr. Deogracias and Dr. Sedlacek

    With holidays and cold winter temps now arriving in Colorado and around the country this is a perfect time to plan for your pets! Worried about table scraps? Decorations? Houseguests? Dr. Deogracias is a wealth of information for preventing ER visits during the holidays. Worried about your older…

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  40. David Neils - Exploring the Back Country of Colorado

    David Neils hikes the Colorado wild country three times per week. He is an expert on hiking and on off trail, tracking and predicting apex predators (like bobcats and bears), and has an infectious enthusiasm for exploring Larimer County parks and beyond. I could have recorded his fascinating…

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  41. Goldfish to Elephants Theresa Treats Them All

    Theresa Carlson is a Certified Veterinary Technician at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colorado. He has the fascinating job of caring for exotic animals. In this episode, previously aired on Critter Patter on KRFC 88.9 fm, we talk about her journey into her field and some crazy…

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  42. K9 Fitness Works Jennifer Holmes

    Jennifer Holmes opened K9 Fitness Works after experiencing her own health challenges. At the urging of a close friend the concept of working out WITH your dog was born. Find out about her soon to open Fitness Park in Fort Collins, Colorado, her in-home services, simple exercises you can implement...

  43. Bark for Life

    Bark for Life in Loveland is Sunday, September 29th. In this episode we chat with Christy from the local Colorado American Cancer Society office. Learn about their offerings for cancer patients and about Bark for Life. The American Cancer Society Bark For Life is a canine-friendly event for dogs...

  44. Larimer Animal-People Partnership LAPP

    Kristin and Amy (and yellow lab Maisy) joined me in the KRFC 88.9 fm Radio Fort Collins studios to chat about Larimer Animal-People Partnership and the Doggie Olympics. This podcast episode of that interview will debut at 9:00 am September 15, 2019 just as the Doggie Olympics at Spring Canyon…

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  45. Northern Colorado Wildlife Center

    Tallon Nightwalker and Kate Boyd tell us all about Northern Colorado Wildlife Center on this episode. You may remember Kate from her Tales with Tails episode about her dragon and how she started the Northern Colorado Herpetological Society. Now the Herp Society and NoCo Wildlife have joined…

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  46. Scott Rashid on the Colorado Avian Research and Rehabilitation Institute - CARRI

    Scott Rashid joined me recently on KRFC fm 88.9 radio Fort Collins on the Critter Patter show. We talked all about the institute he formed after decade of work and research on local birds. Scott founded Colorado Avian Research and Rehabilitation Institute also known as CARRI. He installs and...

  47. Larimer Retired K9 Foundation Interview with founder Barb Bennett

    Barb Bennett formed the Larimer Retired K9 Foundation in 2017 to support retired sheriff and police dogs in Larimer County, Colorado. When dogs retire they are able to go live out the rest of their lives with their handler and their family. Barb saw a need for financial assistance for the family...

  48. Pet Photographer Frank Goss and I Talk Shop

    Season 4 of the Tales with Tails podcast has a new format! For the next few months I will be the co-host on the radio show Critter Patter on KRFC fm 88.9. They have agreed to let me share the episode after it airs live on KRFC Thursdays at 6:30 pm. More information about KRFC can be found on…

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  49. Season 3 Wrap & Big News for Season 4

    Season 3 of the Tales with Tails podcast is a wrap already! We have heard many heartfelt, funny and thought provoking tales this season. Be sure to go binge them all if you haven't! Season 4 brings a big surprise! I am filling in as co-host on the radio show Critter Patter on KRFC fm! 88.9 on the...

  50. CoPilot for Life

    Claire Preston shares the tale of her beloved Bailey, her co-pilot on a cross country road tip and in life. So fun to hear how Bailey saw all the news sights and smells along the way. Claire is the founder of Pet Honor Society. When she lost her Bailey she felt so unprepared & confused. Pet Honor...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Do all of your tales have tails? Mine too! Uplifting, heartfelt and positive tail wagging tales premier weekly hosted by Monique of Silver Paw Studio. As a lifelong animal lover like you and as a professional pet and people photographer you can imagine I have many tales to tell! Peek behind the Paw of my life as a creative business owner.

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Do all of your tales have tails? Mine too! Uplifting, heartfelt and positive tail wagging tales premier weekly hosted by Monique of Silver Paw Studio. As a lifelong animal lover like you and as a professional pet and people photographer you can imagine I have many tales to tell! Peek behind the Paw...

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