How Rescue Dogs Affect Relationships

Beverly Isla on Pet Life Radio

This fun show will discuss the dynamics that happen for any couple that's gotten a new rescue dog together; in addition to the dynamics involved if you were single, have a dog and then got into a relationship. Perhaps you've noticed a change in behaviour or personality in your dog. This episode will cover answers to what kind of rescue dogs work well for first time couples? What if my rescue doesn’t like my new partner due to trauma related to past owners? Do I really have to choose between my significant other or my rescue dog?  This episode will also feature a new app called Dig, a Dog Person's Dating App- ideal for those looking for a dog-loving partner.  

BIO:

Leigh Isaacson, CEO and Co-Founder of Dig – The Dog Person’s Dating App

Leigh Isaacson is the CEO and Co-Founder of Dig – The Dog Person’s Dating App. Dig is the best way for dog lovers to find a compatible match and plan a dog-friendly date. Leigh’s background in TV news reporting, homeland security studies, and nonprofit management helped form the way Dig celebrates the passion and commitment of dog lovers through the Dig app with dog-friendly events nationwide and by building a dedicated community of single dog-lovers. Leigh lives in New Orleans, LA with her German Shorthaired Pointer Penny and fiancé Adam. 

Adam Christman , DVM, MBA -    Co-Chief of Staff Brick Town Veterinary Hospital  Brick, NJ

Dr. Christman, Co-Chief of Staff, joined the Brick Town Veterinary Hospital family in July 2006. Having been born and raised in Brick, he is a true Jersey Shore guy. Dr. Christman is a huge advocate for shelter medicine and animal welfare. He firmly believes in treating every animal with the respect and dignity it rightfully deserves. As a result, he devotes some of his work to the Jersey Shore Animal Shelter. He is also a board member and elected treasurer for the New Jersey Medical Association (NJVMA), raising awareness and policies affecting veterinarians in New Jersey.

His special interests include small animal internal medicine, nutrition, and oncology. In 2004, he was awarded the Pfizer Award for Excellence in Small Animal Internal Medicine, as well as the Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine Award for Excellence in Bedside Manner and the Human Animal Bond. He was also awarded the Nestle Purina Award for Outstanding Efforts in Small Animal Clinical Nutrition.

Dr. Christman is an adjunct professor at Ocean County College as well as the course coordinator for their veterinary assistant program. He has lectured throughout the country for Zoetis Animal Health on canine dermatology and practice management. He is the co-author of "Honey, Have You Squeezed The Dachshund?" - a pet owner's guide to dogs with disabilities (available on Amazon). He is the host of his YouTube Channel, "The Dr. Christman Show," and hosts his Internet-based series, "The Adam Christman Show." He is also a board member for "Pitties and Pals" Rescue Organization and recently became inducted into Brick Township High School's Hall of Fame (2018).

Dr. Christman is the proud pet dad to four adorable dachshunds (Chelsea, Connor, Carl, & Clark W. Griswold). He is an avid Disney enthusiast, along with his husband, Chris. He enjoys working out, amusement parks, Broadway, and anything involving his dogs. He is the proud uncle to his nephews, Gavin and Logan.