Calling all dog lovers in Durango and beyond! Get ready for a tail-waggin’ good time as Doggy FM, Durango’s first radio station exclusively designed for our four-legged friends, hits the airwaves on September 25, 2024. Yes, you read that right — a radio station for dogs! This innovative — and admittedly unusual — station, broadcasting on 99.7FM, promises to revolutionize the way we entertain and care for our canine companions. While the concept might raise a few eyebrows, in a dog-loving community like Durango, it just might be crazy enough to work.
Article Update – The Durango Herald has picked up the scent of Doggy FM. Read their take on Durango’s first radios station for dogs, including quotes from Doggy FM GM Jack Llewellyn, in this have to fetch can’t put down article.
A Unique Listening Experience
Doggy FM isn’t your average radio station — it’s a carefully crafted auditory experience tailored specifically for canine ears. While some might question the need for dog-specific radio, the station’s diverse programming aims to soothe, stimulate, and support our furry friends in ways that traditional radio simply can’t.
Soothing Sounds for Stressed Pups (and Their Humans)
One of Doggy FM’s main offerings is a selection of relaxing music with gentle melodies and rhythms designed to reduce stress and anxiety in dogs. While this might seem peculiar to some, anyone who’s ever left on the TV for their pet while away from home will understand the appeal. And let’s be honest — with the chaos of modern life, we humans could probably benefit from those calming tunes as well.
Nature’s Symphony (Minus the Actual Outdoors)
For dogs who love the great outdoors (and let’s face it, that’s most dogs in Durango), Doggy FM offers authentic recordings of nature sounds. From chirping birds to babbling brooks, these soundscapes mimic a dog’s natural environment. It’s almost like a hike in the San Juan Mountains…if you squint really hard and ignore the fact that you’re actually in your living room.
Paw-some Educational Content
Doggy FM goes beyond just entertainment. The station also features informative segments about dog care, training tips, and fascinating facts about the canine world. This educational content helps pet owners stay informed about the best ways to care for their furry friends.
Therapeutic Tunes (or: How to Make Your Dog Love Vacuum Cleaners)
Perhaps the most intriguing part of Doggy FM’s programming is its inclusion of therapeutic sounds. These include recordings of thunder, vacuum cleaners, and sirens — sounds that often cause anxiety in dogs. The idea is to desensitize pets to these stressors. Whether this will create a generation of vacuum-loving dogs or just confuse the heck out of them remains to be seen.
A Labor of Love
Despite the potential for skepticism, there’s no denying the passion behind this project. As Jack Llewellyn, GM at Doggy FM, explains, “Folks in Durango love their dogs. We believe that dogs deserve to enjoy the same level of entertainment and enrichment as humans.” It’s hard to argue with that sentiment in a town where dogs often outnumber humans on the trails.
Join the Pack
Whether you’re a devoted dog owner, a casual canine enthusiast, or just someone with a sense of humor, Doggy FM offers a one-of-a-kind listening experience. Tune in to 99.7FM starting September 25 to see what all the bark is about. You can also catch Doggy FM on 99.7FM’s Facebook or stream it directly through our website.
For more details about this exciting new addition to Durango’s radio landscape, check out the full press release on Hutton Broadcasting’s website.
Durango, let’s embrace our quirky side. Turn up the volume, watch your pup’s reaction, and who knows? You might find yourself tapping your foot (or wagging your tail) along with Doggy FM. After all, in a town that loves its dogs as much as Durango does, stranger things have happened.
