The Rooted Podcast

<p>Welcome to <b>The Rooted Podcast</b>, where Alison and Michael Nezbeth—founders of Grassroots K9—talk dogs, business, and the joys of barely keeping it all together.<br /><br /></p><p> Expect real talk about training, running a business, and surviving life with working dogs (and each other).</p><p>It’s blunt, practical, and occasionally funny—like a conversation with someone who doesn’t have time for nonsense.</p><p><br /> Tune in if you like your advice straightforward and your humor as dry as your dog’s kibble.</p>

Episode 5 : The Woke Dog Trainer Era: Bite Work, Breed Myths & the Battle for Common Sense

Welcome to The Rooted, where we strip away the fluff and talk about what’s really happening in the dog world. In this episode — The Woke Dog Trainer Era — we dive into how the industry has become a battlefield of ideology, ego, and moral grandstanding. From the San Francisco Standard article claiming that “wokeness has infected dog training,” we break down how philosophy has replaced practicality and how that affects dogs in the real world. We also take on the growing debate around bite work ...

10-13
01:01:48

Episode 4 - Dog Training Industry: Guarantees, Validation, and the Future of Working Dogs

We’re back with The Rooted Podcast, and in this episode we’re diving straight into the conversations that most of the dog world avoids. Are working dogs losing their edge, and what does that mean for the future of police, military, and sport K9s? Why does the dog training industry have no real standards, and how is that lack of regulation affecting both trainers and the families who trust them? And finally, we’re unpacking the truth about guarantees in training—are they an honest promise of r...

10-06
53:48

Episode 3 - The Battle of the Perfect Dog

In this episode, tensions rise as Michael and Alison go head-to-head in their quest to define the "Perfect Dog." With years of experience and strong opinions on training, temperament, and working ability, they each bring their own unique perspective to the table. What qualities make a truly ideal canine companion? Is it all about obedience and control, or does personality and drive play a bigger role? Join us as they break down their must-have traits, debate what really matters in a well-roun...

03-11
59:51

Episode 2 - The Weight of Success - Husbandry & Performance

In this episode of The Rooted, Mike and Ali dive deep into the often-overlooked topic of animal husbandry, with a particular focus on nutrition and weight management for working dogs. They discuss a growing concern among K9 handlers and dog owners: dogs being underweight and how it directly affects performance, stamina, and overall well-being. Mike and Ali share their experiences and observations, explaining how improper feeding routines, poor-quality diets, and over-conditioning can hinder a...

02-03
42:06

Episode 1 - The Origins

In our very first episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on us. Who are Alison and Michael Nezbeth? How did two people with a love for dogs, a knack for chaos, and a drive for something bigger turn a dream into Grassroots K9? We’re talking origins, the hustle, the fails, and the moments that shaped our journey—not just as trainers but as business owners, partners, and (somehow) semi-functional humans. If you’ve ever wondered how Grassroots K9 started or what it takes to build a life around...

01-27
40:05

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