{"href":"https://api.simplecast.com/oembed?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdiscussing-dogs-in-the-d.simplecast.com%2Fepisodes%2Ffureelz-part-2-vUZWQn6F","width":444,"version":"1.0","type":"rich","title":"Fureelz Part 2 (Talkin’ Tails with Gail)","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/e21b419e-365e-4c3d-b20b-f8a5e4f81d98/67c44778-7d64-451d-94e2-3a6a6745392f/2025pongoltbhs_8x.jpg","thumbnail_height":300,"provider_url":"https://simplecast.com","provider_name":"Simplecast","html":"","height":200,"description":"In this feel-good episode of Discussing Dogs in the D, Christine is joined by her longtime friend Gail—proof that dogs truly bring people together. The two reflect on their eight-year friendship that started at a local pet photo event and quickly turned into a bond built on their shared love of animals.\n\nGail introduces her beloved miniature schnauzers, Kipper and Bosco, whose sweet, hilarious, and heartwarming dynamic perfectly captures the joy dogs bring into our lives. From “Kipper-motivated” puppy training to emotional support snuggles, their stories will make you smile.\n\nThe conversation then turns to something new and exciting in the pet world: a social media app designed just for animal lovers. Christine and Gail share their first impressions of Fureelz, a platform focused entirely on positive, pet-centered content—no negativity, no doom scrolling, just pure joy. They dive into what makes it different, from its safety features for kids to its ability to turn scrolling into something uplifting (and maybe even therapeutic).\n\nAlong the way, they talk about the impact social media has on our mental health, the importance of protecting our peace, and how something as simple as watching happy animal videos can create a ripple effect of positivity in our daily lives.\n\nThis episode marks the beginning of a new monthly series with Gail—focused on fun, laughter, and all the good things dogs (and animals) bring into the world.\n\nBecause sometimes… we all need a little more joy. 🐾"}