I love to share with my listeners things that they may not know but could benefit from. Today, I speak with Dr. Jessica Vogelsang who is the chief medical officer of AAHA about what they do and why we, as pet lovers, should care. Did you know that there isn't an enforced standard of care in veterinary hospitals like there is for human hospitals? So how do you know if the care that is provided there complies with the latest medical recommendations? AAHA accreditation is how!

AAHA Accreditation is a trusted way for a practice to be voluntarily evaluated by a neutral third party and prove that they are in the top 12% of all veterinary hospitals. I get to find out the scoop straight from the "top dog" at AHAA. Check it out!

EPISODE NOTES: What is the American Animal Hospital Association?

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Today's guest is a fun one, Leigh D'Angelo, CEO and co-founder of animal lovers dating apps shares with all we need to know to find love with Dig, dog lovers special features that allow you to find a special someone who shares your love for fur friends. Find out why these apps are the best place to live happily FURever after!app and Tabby, the cat lovers app. Find out how to get the app and all the special features that allow you to find a special someone who shares your love for fur friends. Find out why these apps are the best place to live happily FURever after!

EPISODE NOTES: Puppy Love: Digging Up A Dating App For Dog Lovers

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Have you ever needed a pet sitter? It's a little scary to have someone else care for your fur baby. I get to chat with Collin Funkhouser, pet-sitting expert about the state of pet sitting industry and what you need to know to find a great pet sitter

What is reasonable to expect a pet sitter to do? What should their credentials be? Collin explains all of this and so much more in this fun and informative episode!

EPISODE NOTES: Pet Sitter Basics

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Dr. Chad Dodd tells us some secrets about helping pets age gracefully. Dr. Dodd has dedicated his life to extending life and quality of life for pets. We talk about the science of aging and what we know to manage the issues that develop as pets age.

EPISODE NOTES: Growing Old Gracefully: The Truth About Pet Aging

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Today I get to talk to Chris Koski about National Dog Day and why it's ‘a thing’, and she shares with us information about a promising new product to help keep dogs' dental health top notch. You will learn about some common sense tips to keep dogs happy and healthy, but also you may be inspired to try this new product that could be an easy and safe way to help.

EPISODE NOTES: National Dog Day! Ways to Celebrate With Grrrr-Eat Tips and Good Dental Health

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Dr. Sally Foote, veterinary behaviorist, joins me today and tells her tips for making this difficult time fun time with your pets. Don't you want ways to have fun with your pets while you are bored? Are there better ways to do this? Dr. Foote talks about DIY games that you can do to entertain pets while you are teleconferencing and things that kids can do to engage pets and keep everyone safe and happy. I bet you haven't thought about how your pets are going to adjust when things go back to normal, but Dr. Foote has and she gives some ideas there too!

EPISODE NOTES: Tips For Keeping Pets Happy And Healthy During Self Quarantine

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All dog owners should know how to respond in the event of an illness or injury. You are your pet's first responder and how you react to a situation until you can get to the veterinarian can be critical. We spend some time with Arden Moore who is a master certified pet first aid and CPR specialist to find out her advice. What should you have on hand to prepare on the case of an injury or illness in your pet? What do you need to know? How do you check your pet's vital signs? Find out these answers and more on this episode.

EPISODE NOTES: When Minutes Matter

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I was invited to join the VetCandy podcast, In Other News. Ever wonder what vets talk about behind the scenes? This is a podcast for veterinary professionals, but it has value for pet owners too. Check it out. It was really fun!

EPISODE NOTES: Sneak Peak Adventure

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Do you know why your physician cannot do surgery on your pet? Would you even want them to? We have some breaking news about a group that enlisted human physicians to perform surgeries on pets and some of the consequence and backlash. We use this headline to open a conversation with Dr. Courtney Campbell, board certified veterinary surgeon, about why this might not be a good idea and how to find alternatives.

EPISODE NOTES: Ripped From The Headlines on Pet Life Radio

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Stephanie Richardson is animal lover and entrepreneur. She is the co-founder of The Moxie Maids in Atlanta, GA and she is willing to share her tips to keep your home safe, fresh smelling, and clean for you and your dog. There are special issues that a dog lover understands and Stephanie has some ideas about how to make cleaning easy on you and your dog. From how to choose the surfaces in your home to ways to find hidden sources of odor, this episode is loaded with useful tips. Did you know that there are things that you can teach your dog to help you keep your house clean? What about products that help you identify hidden sources of odor? How can you choose the surfaces in your home to make life cleaner and easier for you and the dog? Stephanie share tips and products that you don’t know about. Check it out.

EPISODE NOTES: Tips To Keep Your Home Clean For You And Your Dog on Pet Life Radio

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Do you see pet care info online and social media? Do you believe what you read? After a while, if you see something enough, your brain starts to accept it as fact, but what if it isn’t and could hurt your dog? Don’t you owe it to them to find out how to tell?

Today’s episode features Eric Garcia, founder of Simply Done Tech Solutions (and internet guru) as we talk about how to be smart about what you learn online. Not only is your dog’s safety at stake on the internet, but so is your own info. Eric shares with us how to be smart about that too. Don’t fall prey to internet marketing strategies to the detriment of your dog. Find out how to be a savvy surfer!

EPISODE NOTES: Safe Surfing on Pet Life Radio

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