.jpg)
Urban Uplander Podcast
Step into the engaging world of the Urban Uplander Podcast, where hosts Melinda and her business partner/husband Kyle Benbow, the brains behind the renowned pet care company specializing in boarding and training, guide you through an exploration of events, accomplishments, and invaluable insights into pet care. Join them as they delve into the intricacies of training and invite special guests to share their expertise, all with the aim of deepening our collective knowledge in the realm of pet care.
In each episode, Melinda and Kyle discuss the latest events in the pet care industry, highlighting accomplishments and breakthroughs that enhance the well-being of our furry friends. Their wealth of experience and genuine passion for animals shine through as they provide practical tips on training techniques, offering listeners a toolkit for fostering a deeper connection with their pets.
But that's not all – the Urban Uplander Podcast goes beyond the basics by featuring enlightening conversations with experts in the field. These guests share their experiences, expertise, and unique perspectives, enriching the podcast with a diverse range of insights that contribute to the continuous evolution of pet care knowledge.
Whether you're a seasoned pet enthusiast or a newcomer eager to enhance your understanding of caring for animals, the Urban Uplander Podcast is your go-to source for staying informed, entertained, and inspired in the ever-evolving world of pet care. Tune in as Melinda and Kyle unfold a tapestry of events, celebrate accomplishments, share training tips, and engage in enlightening conversations with guests, all aimed at fostering a deeper connection with our beloved pets.
Episodes
24 episodes
Indy Winter Classic Show and Ratting Recap
In this episode of the Urban Uplander Podcast, we dive into the exhilarating world of canine competitions with a spotlight on the Indy Winter Classic Dog Show. Join us as we recount Unice's thrilling journey at her second AKC show, sharing the ...
.jpg)
Our First AKC Dog Show
Get ready for a paw-sitively exciting episode of Urban Uplander as hosts Kyle and Melinda share the buzz surrounding Melinda's upcoming debut at her first AKC dog show! Join us this week as we delve into the world of canine competitions, where ...
.jpg)
2024: The Year Our Dogs Do More (Part 2)
Hosts Melinda and Kyle embark on an exciting journey into the New Year, declaring 2024 as the year their furry companions, and yours, do more! Join them in a four-part series as they delve into the profound importance of enriching their dogs' l...
2024: The Year Our Dogs Do More (Part 1)
Join Melinda and Kyle Benbow in a spirited episode of Urban Uplander Podcast as they explore the joys of podcasting as a dynamic couple with a shared love for dogs. This heartwarming discussion centers on their furry family members – Jasper, Mo...
.jpg)
Breed Breakdown: The English Setter
Welcome to the newest early-release episode of Next Generation Dog Podcast, where we dive deep into the captivating world of canines! In this exciting installment, we are thrilled to bring you an exclusive interview with Lynda Chase, the esteem...
.jpg)
NAVHDA Natural Ability Test Recap
In this episode of the Next Generation Dog Podcast, join us as we dive into the exciting world of dog training and testing with our hosts, Melinda and Bethany. In this captivating episode, they take us on a thrilling journey as they recount the...
.jpg)
Introduction to Barn Hunt
Welcome to the Next Generation Dog Podcast! In this episode, we are excited to introduce you to the exciting world of Barn Hunt. This dog sport tests a dog's hunting and scenting abilities in a simulated barn environment.Our guest Carly ...
.jpg)
Woodstock Litter Pupdate
Welcome to this week's episode of the Next Generation Dog Podcast! In this episode, we're excited to bring you updates on the Sanguine Moon Woodstock litter puppies and their journey to their new forever homes.We'll be covering all the ...
.jpg)
Introduction to Ruff Land Performance Kennels
Welcome to this episode of our podcast, where we are excited to introduce you to Ruff Land Kennels, the premier provider of high-quality dog crates for pet owners and professionals alike. In this episode, we are joined by the CEO of Ruff Land K...
Introduction to UT Prep and UT Test
In this episode, Kat from Standing Stone Kennels returns as Melinda and Bethany's special guest to field questions about the UT prep and UT prep test! Check out this episode to learn more about the UT prep and test within the North American ...
In-Depth Tracking Phase of the NAVHDA NA Test
In this episode, we pick back up with Kat from Standing Stone Kennel to discuss the NAVHDA (North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association) NA Test's tracking portion in more in-depth. Kat gives Melinda and Bethany some pointers on how ...
.jpg)
Introduction to the NAVHDA and the NA Test
In this episode, Kat from Standing Stone Kennels joins Melinda and Bethany to talk about the North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association and their puppy test, the natural ability test, also known as NA test. If you have been looking into b...
.jpg)
Introduction to AKC Trick Dog
Last week's guest, Selena Johnson, counties her conversation with Melinda and Bethany about training titles by teaching them more about AKC Trick Dog. Continue to listen to this episode to learn more about this title that provides continuous bo...
.jpg)
Introduction to AKC Canine Good Citizen
In this episode, Melinda and Bethany's special guest, Selena CPDT-KA FDM of Phenomenal Canine Dog Training, gives them an overview of the Canine Good Citizen test from an evaluator's perspective. Listen in as they learn about the different leve...
.jpg)
Breed Breakdown: The Standard Poodle
Melinda and Bethany welcome their first guest, Bonnie Winings of Crystal Creek Poodles, to break down the amazing and sometimes underestimated breed, the Standard Poodle. Tune in as Bonnie uses her knowledge as an ethical breeder to share infor...
.jpg)
2023 Training Goals
Listen as Melinda and Bethany chat about their training objectives for 2023. This was recorded back in November, so it will be fun to see where training has progressed since the recording session.To learn more about Bethany and her bree...
.jpg)
Whelping Recap: Sanguine Moon's First Litter
All of Bethany's hard work has paid off, and she has whelped her foundation litter of the Sanguine Moon Kennel's Breeding Program! Listen to this episode as Bethany and Melinda recap the whelping experience of Stitch's first litter. It was a ve...
.jpg)
Meet Bethany Carter and Sanguine Moon Kennel Part 2
This episode continues with our conversation about Bethany's growing passion for photography and the hard work she has put into creating a foundation for her German Shorthair breeding program and the journey toward her first litter.To l...
.jpg)
Meet Bethany Carter and Sanguine Moon Kennel Part 1
The Urban Uplander Podcast is back, and along with a new year, we have a new name and team member! Melinda Benbow of Urban Uplander is excited to be back with her bestie Bethany Carter as co-host of what is now the Next Generation Dog Podcast. ...
Intro to the Sport of Dock Diving
On this episode of the Urban Uplander Podcast, we sit down with our special guest Alisha Tomac, leader of the Tomac Pack, to discuss the wonderful dog sport of Dock Diving. Join in as Lisha provides us with more insight about her and t...
Urban Uplander's Guidelines and Polices
Urban Uplander runs by a particular standard to make sure we can give all of our clients the care they deserve! In this episode we go over the guidelines and polices we have in place and why they are there. This episode is to further assist our...
.jpg)
Bringing Home a New Puppy
In this episode Kyle and I announce our newest English setter joining our family at the beginning of the year! This episode was recorded before bringing home Jasper the weekend on 1/7. Listen to this episode to learn about how we get our home a...
.jpg)
Red River Bird Dogs
In this episode, we sat down and caught up with Holly Hatfield of Red River Bird Dogs! Listen to learn more about Holly’s popular female facebook group, Bitches with Dogs, and how it came to be! We also discuss how we came to meet and what we h...
Meet the Host and Urban Uplander
In this first episode, we introduce our new listeners to Urban Uplander Pet Care’s journey and the new podcast! Listen to this episode to hear more about how we got our start in pet care, where we are currently at, where we plan to go!<...
.jpg)