Episode 7

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Published on:

8th Aug 2025

7: Dog Parks Dirty Looks and Drama The Real Talk Guide to Dog Etiquette

In this episode of Tales and Tones, host Mariska Nall discusses essential dog etiquette for pet owners, emphasizing the importance of responsible pet ownership, training, and socialization. She shares personal experiences and practical tips on navigating public spaces with dogs, ensuring their health and safety, and fostering a supportive dog-loving community. The episode concludes with a heartwarming story about a dog rescue foundation and a spotlight on a unique dog personality, reinforcing the joy and responsibility of being a dog parent.

Takeaways:

  • Dog etiquette is about respect for the community.
  • Leash rules are for the safety of all dogs and people.
  • Cleaning up after your dog is a basic responsibility.
  • Always ask before letting your dog interact with others.
  • Training helps dogs feel safe and confident.
  • Know when it's best to leave your dog at home.
  • Dog-friendly spaces require responsible behavior from owners.
  • Keep your dog's vaccinations and health records up to date.
  • Understanding dog body language can prevent conflicts.
  • Empathy and awareness create better experiences for everyone.


Relevant links mentioned in the episode:

Doggie Adventures UAE

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Heigl Foundation and Badlands Ranch Pet

Paw-lebrity of the Week - Dolly Pawton

Coming in the next episode:

In the next episode, we are digging into what do you do when your neighbours complain about your dog.


Timestamps to relevant points within the episode:

[00:00]- Understanding Dog Etiquette

[01:49]- Leash?

[03:25]- Dog Poop

[08:41]- Training and Socialization for Dogs

[13:11]-Doggie Adventures UAE

[13:25]- Navigating Public Spaces with Dogs

[18:05]- Health and Safety for Dogs

[18:35]- Where Tails meet hearts - Jason

Heigl Foundation and Badlands Ranch Pet

[20:14]- Paw-lebrity of the Week - Dolly Pawton

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Tails and Tones
Helpful tips, heartwarming tails, and honest reviews for the busy pet parent.
Helpful tips, heart-warming tails, and honest reviews for the busy dog parent.



Being a dog mom is the best—but let’s be real, it can also be confusing, messy, and a little lonely sometimes. That’s why Tails & Tones exists.



Every Friday, host Mariska (fellow dog parent and dog-obsessed human) delivers short, soulful episodes filled with practical dog care tips, honest product reviews, heart-warming stories, and real-life advice for intentional, busy dog parents like you.



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Mariska Nell

Mariska Nell is a podcast host, pet advocate, sustainability expert, and proud dog mom to her rescue French Bulldog, Piper—also known as the real boss of the house. With a background in design and environmental science, and a Master’s in Sustainable Design focused on the pet industry, Mariska brings heart, humor, and purpose to everything she creates.

She’s the founder and host of Tails and Tones, a soulful podcast for intentional pet parents, where she shares insights, stories, and reviews that help make pet care a little easier and a lot more joyful. She also hosts Mama Earth Talk, where she dives into sustainability topics with changemakers from around the world.

Whether she’s recording episodes, consulting on pet-focused sustainability projects, or out on a walk with Piper, Mariska is passionate about creating a better world—for pets, their people, and the planet.