Dear Frankie
Dog-to-Dog Advice™
Where the treats are imaginary, but the advice is real.
Frankie answers questions that dogs and humans often ask themselves, but are too timid to voice out loud.
Over five years and 260+ newspaper advice columns, two books, and a growing video series, Dear Frankie has built a body of work that explores the universal experiences of loss, belonging, fear, and love and tackles them through eyes of a dog who meets every letter with warmth and wisdom.
There's the dog left behind by the rescue boat in a flood, because he's not family. The dog coming to terms with aging. The dog trying to console his mom who is struggling with the loss of independence.
Frankie answers them all—not because the questions are simple, but because they never are.
Frankie and her co-host Rufus — a bloodhound of considerable gravitas — cohost Dear Frankie Dog-to-Dog Advice™, a radio talk show where every episode tackles a new dilemma, and a chance to see the world a little more clearly through a dog’s eyes.
Rufus reads the letter, Frankie delivers the advice, and ends with a reminder that problems get easier when there is a solution.
Now a Video Series
Tough conversations are an act of love. So is making sure everyone on the road is safe.
Driving Drama
Hector resents not being told about the new puppy and is not happy about it.
The New Puppy
Bridget can't understand why she can't be in charge of her peanut butter snacks.
Hunger Pangs
What’s on Your Mind?
Whether it's a grievance or a question, Frankie is listening. Send a letter, it may become her next episode.
• DEAR FRANKIE • DOG-TO-DOG ADVICE •