Ruffly Speaking with Laura and Olivia

In this episode, Laura and Olivia are joined by Justyne, founder and owner of Ollie B. Good, a Langley based pet goods business that specializes in slow feeders for dog enrichment. The conversation covers the challenges of dog parenting, the transition from traditional jobs to entrepreneurship, and the balance between financial decisions and business growth. We discuss the struggles and rewards of small business ownership, and the value of collaboration, community engagement and philanthropy. Justyne shares insights on prioritizing her own dogs' care and the impact of the dog world on personal growth. She also discusses future plans for...

Duration: 01:09:12

Episode Summary

In this episode, Laura and Olivia welcome Marina Yamada, a pet care professional with a multicultural background, to discuss her experiences with dogs in Japan and Canada. They explore the cultural differences in dog ownership, the role of pet care professionals, and the importance of understanding dog behaviour. Marina shares her aspirations to integrate psychology with dog training and the challenges she faces in educating dog owners in Japan. The episode concludes with a fun segment where they guess each other's dog breeds, highlighting the unique personalities of each guest.

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Duration: 01:03:15

Summary

In this episode of Ruffly Speaking, Laura shares her journey from a marketing career to the world of dog care, detailing her experiences at a doggy daycare and the challenges of dog training. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community, personal growth, and the evolution of her business, Curious Snoots. Laura discusses her aspirations for the future, including creating an apprenticeship program for aspiring dog trainers, and the significance of finding one's passion in the pet care industry.

Takeaways

Ruffly Speaking focuses on honest conversations about life...

Duration: 01:29:23

💡 Episode Summary

In this episode of Ruffly Speaking, Olivia shares her transformative journey from a corporate career to becoming a passionate dog trainer. The discussion delves into the challenges and rewards of owning a reactive dog, the importance of understanding dog behaviour, and the transition from a stable career to pursuing a passion in dog training. Listeners will gain insights into the significance of empathy, realistic expectations, and continuous learning in both dog ownership and training.

🐾 What You’ll Learn

The process and challenges of transitioning from a corporat...

Duration: 01:08:47

💡 Episode Summary

In this first episode of Ruffly Speaking, hosts Laura and Olivia introduce themselves and share their unique journeys into the world of dog training. They discuss their backgrounds, the challenges they faced with their own dogs, and their shared philosophy on dog training and behavior. The episode emphasizes the importance of empathy, understanding, and open conversations in the dog training community. Listeners are invited to engage with the hosts and share their own stories as the podcast aims to create a judgment-free space for dog lovers.

More than training tips, Ruffly Spe...

Duration: 00:41:05

Wanna know how and why this podcast started? We spill the tea in our first episode coming out Tuesday, November 11th, 2025!

Duration: 00:00:47