Dogs and Coffee with Kelly and Rocky Kanaka

A stray dog interrupted our podcast, so we put an animal communicator to the live test!🐶 Get 30% off Sundays for Dogs with code ROCKY30 at rockykanaka.com/Sundays thanks to our Sponsor.
Former litigation lawyer Nikki Vasconez joins us on the farm to show us how anyone can learn to talk to animals. But we never expected a lost dog to crash the set! Watch as we put Nikki's 7,600-person waitlist skills to the test to help this stray find its way home. Plus, what she reveals about our late rescue puppy, Katie, changes everything we knew about her final moments.
Adopt Bolt: rockykanaka.com/adoption/bolt-for-adoption/
Learn to talk to animals with Nikki: nikkivasconez.com 

0:00 - A Stray Dog Crashes the Podcast
3:30 - How a Lawyer Became an Animal Communicator
14:00 - Adopt Bolt! (Sundays for Dogs)
18:00 - Nikki Reads the Lost Stray Dog Live
36:00 - The Reality of Pet Grief
38:30 - What Katie the Puppy Wanted Us to Know
55:20 - Did Nikki Get it Right? (The Stray Reunion)
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Dogs and Coffee Podcast by Rocky Kanaka and Kelly Kanaka talks all things dogs and coffee. This podcast covers comedy to heartfelt moments talking about the state of dog rescue, how to handle difficult dogs, some of our favorite coffee drinks and more all while Rocky tries to be a barista. We serve Flip Coffee at local cafes and will hopefully do this around the country.

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Is Kelly pregnant? We are addressing the rumors and sharing the wild stories that come up on our latest podcast episode. We sat down to chat about everything from Iliza Shlesinger's amazing dog rescue story to some of our weirdest cravings. It turns out that when you talk about diet coke and pickle juice, people start making assumptions. We are clearing the air on the latest gossip while also diving into our deep love for dogs and the heart behind what we do. 
Iliza Shlesinger Coffee Order: Iced Coffee with half and half and cinnamon
Dog: Tibetan Spaniel and Chinese Village Dog mix, named Tian Fudog
Connect with Iliza On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ilizas/
Iliza Shlesinger's Coffee Map & Show Tickets
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Dogs and Coffee Podcast by Rocky Kanaka and Kelly Kanaka talks all things dogs and coffee. This podcast covers comedy to heartfelt moments talking about the state of dog rescue, how to handle difficult dogs, some of our favorite coffee drinks and more all while Rocky tries to be a barista. We serve Flip Coffee at local cafes and will hopefully do this around the country. This episode of our Dogs and Coffee podcast is all about the mix of comedy and real talk that defines our show. Whether we are discussing the state of dog rescue or just laughing about the things Iliza Shlesinger had to ask us, we love having you along for the journey. Make sure to subscribe for weekly conversations about rescue dogs and join the community to see what we are drinking next. ⁠⁠
0:00⁠⁠ A Surprising New Flavor Combination ⁠⁠
0:53⁠⁠ The Obsession with Diet Coke ⁠⁠
3:14⁠⁠ The Origin of the Pickle Juice Hack ⁠⁠
6:22⁠⁠ The Moment of Truth ⁠⁠
9:04⁠⁠ Pickle Preferences and Fruit Debates

DNA Results are in and we are sharing them 😳 Are they Brother and Sister, are they full Schnauzer or a mix breed and will this point us to who abandoned these cute rescue dogs?!
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Also Buzz had to go urgent care so we are giving a full report on what's going on with his health.
Plus, Phil stops by with Anton, a giant goofball of a dog who is looking for his forever home.
❤️ ADOPTABLE DOGS OF THE WEEK ❤️ Thank you for sharing to help get these adoptable dogs loving homes!
Name: Anton 
Age: 2-year-old
Breed:  Dogo Argentino
Rescue:  Animal Friends of the Valleys
Location: CA
Learn more about Anton here: https://rockykanaka.com/adoption/returned-twice-through-no-fault-of-his-own-this-gentle-giant-just-needs-the-right-home-anton-is-ready-to-love-you-for-life/

Rocky and Kelly give the full update on Buzz and Jessie, including Buzz's scary medical setback and Jessie's road to recovery. Then it's time for the big DNA reveal: Are they really Schnauzers? And more importantly, are these two adorable pups related? The results could help us learn where Buzz and Jessie came from and track down who neglected them.

CHAPTERS:
04:21 - Why Were These Dogs Neglected? 1
5:36 - We Take Them To The Vet
20:00 - Buzz's Medical Emergency
22:20 - Jessie Is Still A Puppy
24:17 - The DNA Results Are Here
28:45 - Are They Related?
31:05 - Adoptable Dog Of The Week: Anton
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Dogs and Coffee Podcast by Rocky Kanaka and Kelly Kanaka talks all things dogs and coffee. This podcast covers comedy to heartfelt moments talking about the state of dog rescue, how to handle difficult dogs, some of our favorite coffee drinks and more all while Rocky tries to be a barista. We serve Flip Coffee at local cafes and will hopefully do this around the country! #DogRescue #schnauzer

We are fighting to save this dog and honestly it's not going to be easy but we have an idea!
AND JUST WAIT until you hear Zach's story of recovery, how dogs helped save his life, and why the exact things a struggling dog needs are often the things a struggling human needs, too. Together, they break down the 6 rules Zach says can change a life: rules, boundaries, discipline, exercise, purpose, and affection. Zach explains how caring for dogs gave him the structure he couldn't give himself and ultimately helped rebuild his life.
And then Zach explains the Positive Change Program, which brings shelter dogs into prisons where incarcerated people train and rehabilitate them. The dogs get the skills they need to become adoptable, while the people caring for them get responsibility, purpose, connection, and a chance to build a different future. Some participants have gone on to become professional dog trainers after leaving prison. If you believe every dog deserves a second chance - and that sometimes saving a dog means saving a person, too, subscribe and join us every week.
🚨 HELP SAVE SLINK Slink is a Doberman/Great Dane who went through the Positive Change Program and was recently hospitalized after swallowing a towel. His surgery was brought down from $17,500 to $4,500, with the final cost expected to be approximately $6,000 - $8,000. 👉 Please use the YouTube Donate button directly on this video. 100% of donations made through the button go directly to Marley's Mutts to help save Slink.
CHAPTERS:
05:07 - Zach Is Back at Marley's Mutts
08:07 - We Lost Scarlet Last Night. Now We're Fighting to Save Slink.
14:00 - Why We Keep Fighting Even After Losing a Dog
17:48 - The 6 Rules Zach Says Rebuilt His Life
26:05 - The Prison Program Giving Dogs & People a Second Chance
42:50 - Two Rescue Puppies And Our Fight to Save Slink
❤️ ADOPTABLE DOGS OF THE WEEK:
JACKIE BROWN & PEPPER
Thank you for sharing to help get these adoptable dogs loving homes!
Name: Jackie Brown & Pepper
Age: Approximately 5 months old
Breed: California Shelter Mutts Rescue: Marley's Mutts
Location: CA
Go here to learn more about Jackie Brown & Pepper: https://marleysmutts.org

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☕ Drink Coffee, Save Dogs: https://www.flipcoffee.com Dogs and Coffee Podcast by Rocky Kanaka and Kelly Kanaka talks all things dogs and coffee. This podcast covers comedy to heartfelt moments talking about the state of dog rescue, how to handle difficult dogs, some of our favorite coffee drinks and more all while Rocky tries to be a barista. We serve Flip Coffee at local cafes and will hopefully do this around the country! #DogRescue #SittingWithDogs #DogsAndCoffee #AdoptDontShop #ShelterDogs

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This week, we're pulling back the curtain on the bizarre world of AI-generated fake news and viral scams that have been targeting our family. From claims that Rocky broke his spine and was hospitalized to surprise babies, George Clooney/Carlos Santana celebrity feuds, and even moving to Australia to rescue kangaroos, we're reacting to some of the wildest stories circulating online, debunking what's fake, and setting the record straight! We share how these scams have gone from funny to genuinely harmful, why friends and family have been fooled, and how scammers use fake headlines to build trust before stealing money from animal lovers. We also share major updates on our 50-acre farm, how Rocky's first time driving a tractor ended in squiggly lines, and what we're doing to fight back. AND Phil Stapleton from Animal Friends of the Valleys joins us to explain how their incredible Dog Transport Program is giving shelter dogs a second chance by flying them to adopters across the country! 👏🐶 The only way to donate to this is through the donation button directly on the video. No other link is legit. All donations go directly to Animal Friends of the Valleys to help transport dogs to their forever home 🙏 If you believe every shelter dog deserves a loving home and want to help us fight misinformation while saving lives, subscribe and join us every week! *** 🚨 DISCLAIMER / COMMUNITY NOTICE: This video is created for educational and commentary purposes to document, discuss, and debunk AI-generated misinformation, fake news articles, and impersonation scams on social media. Verify official links: 🌐 Official Website: https://rockykanaka.com ☕ Flip Coffee / Farm Updates: https://www.flipcoffee.com *** 🐕 HELP SAVE LIVES — DOG TRANSPORT FUND It costs $400–$700 to fly a shelter dog to a loving home across the country. 100% of direct donations made via the YouTube Donate button or link below go directly to Animal Friends of the Valleys to fund dog transports: 👉 Donate to the Dog Transport Bucket: [Insert Donation Link Here] *** 📌 CHAPTERS:
00:00 - The Fake News Fooling Our Families: Spine Rumors Debunked
02:42 - Game: Two Truths and a Lie (Celebrity & Baby Rumors)
05:18 - Why Scammers Target Animal Lovers & Misinformation Stats
10:11 - Setting the Record Straight: What Really Happened
13:29 - Kangaroo Rescues & Hollywood Movie Deals?
18:17 - 50-Acre Coffee Farm Updates & Tractor driving Fails!
25:26 - AI News Stories & Fresh Starts Mobile Grooming Van
27:30 - How to Spot Scams & Report Fake Posts
30:21 - Dylan's Rescue Journey & Local Shelter Impact
32:16 - Special Guest Phil Stapleton (Animal Friends of the Valleys)
35:08 - Behind the Scenes: How Life-Saving Dog Transports Work
40:33 - Adoptable Pet of the Week: Meet Twix! ❤️ *** ❤️
ADOPTABLE DOG OF THE WEEK: Thank you for sharing to help get our adoptable dog a loving home!
Name: Twix Age: 1-2 years old (40 lbs)
Breed: Pitbull Mix Rescue: Animal Friends of the Valleys Location: CA (Eligible for Transport!)
Go here to adopt Twix: https://rockykanaka.com/adoption/twix...
See ALL of our adoptable dogs at: https://rockykanaka.com/adoption-list/ 📖
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Dogs and Coffee Podcast by Rocky Kanaka and Kelly Kanaka talks all things dogs and coffee. This podcast covers comedy to heartfelt moments talking about the state of dog rescue, how to handle difficult dogs, some of our favorite coffee drinks and more all while Rocky tries to be a barista. We serve Flip Coffee at local cafes and will hopefully do this around the country! #DogRescue #SittingWithDogs #FakeNews #DogsAndCoffee #AdoptDontShop #ShelterDogs #DogTransport