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Pet Health And Wellness Episodes

From nutrition to preventive care, these episodes focus on keeping your pets healthy inside and out. Learn how to spot warning signs early, make informed choices about diet and supplements, and create a wellness plan that supports your pet’s long-term health.

Topics included: preventive care, nutrition, supplements, exercise, senior pets, dental health, holistic pet care, vet visits.
Cat Won't Use the Litter Box? 6 Rules You’re Probably Breaking
Sept. 21, 2025

Cat Won't Use the Litter Box? 6 Rules You’re Probably Breaking

Understanding cat litter box issues is one of the top problems cat owners face. You think your litter box setup is fine, yet your cat is still peeing on the bath mat or worse, on your bed! In this episode, I share expert pet ...

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Bringing Home a New Cat? Build Trust Fast With the CATS Method
Aug. 24, 2025

Bringing Home a New Cat? Build Trust Fast With the CATS Method

That friendly, purring shelter cat you fell in love with can sometimes turn into a ghost or even a hissy ball of nerves the moment you get them home. It’s not rejection. It’s survival mode. And how you handle those first few ...

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Pet Cost Hacks: 6 Guilt-Free Pet Food Savings Ideas That Work
Aug. 10, 2025

Pet Cost Hacks: 6 Guilt-Free Pet Food Savings Ideas That Work

Are you tired of feeling like you need a second job just to buy pet food? And do the “pet food savings” ideas you’ve tried so far leave you feeling guilty, like you’re short-changing your pet’s nutrition? You’re not alone. Pr...

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Pet Cost Hacks: 5 Ways to Afford Your Vet Bill Without Stress
Aug. 10, 2025

Pet Cost Hacks: 5 Ways to Afford Your Vet Bill Without Stress

Does a single vet visit feel like it could wipe out your bank account? You're not alone and you’re not doing anything wrong. Too many pet parents walk in for a quick checkup and walk out with a bill they didn’t expect and don’t know how to prevent. In this episode, I’m breaking down the real cost o…

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The Truth About Year-Round Flea, Tick, and Heartworm Meds
Aug. 10, 2025

The Truth About Year-Round Flea, Tick, and Heartworm Meds

You’re staring at another $200 vet bill and wondering if skipping a month of flea, tick, or heartworm meds will really matter. Your dog barely goes outside. Your cat’s never seen a flea. And those preventatives are not cheap....

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Benadryl, Tylenol, Pepto: What’s Safe for Your Pet?
Aug. 10, 2025

Benadryl, Tylenol, Pepto: What’s Safe for Your Pet?

When your dog’s limping or your cat won’t stop scratching, it’s tempting to reach into your medicine cabinet, but should you? In this episode, I’m joined by returning guest Dr. Zoo, my vet and the veterinarian for Starlight O...

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Is Another Pet the Answer, or a Big Mistake?
Aug. 10, 2025

Is Another Pet the Answer, or a Big Mistake?

Thinking about adding another pet to your family? Before you give in to those puppy-dog eyes or kitten purrs, hit pause. Because while one more pet can be wonderful, it can also turn your home upside down if the timing or rea...

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The Heartworm Mistakes Putting Your Pet at Risk
April 8, 2025

The Heartworm Mistakes Putting Your Pet at Risk

Heartworm Truths Every Pet Owner Needs to Hear with Dr. Zoo Think skipping heartworm prevention just this once is no big deal? It only takes one mosquito bite to change your pet’s life forever. Heartworm disease is slow, painful, and completely preventable—yet pets still die from it every year. In …

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Still Feeling Guilty After A Pet Dies? Here’s Why
March 25, 2025

Still Feeling Guilty After A Pet Dies? Here’s Why

Did I wait too long? Did I do the right thing? What if I failed them? If you’ve lost a beloved pet, you’ve probably asked yourself these same painful questions. Grief is hard enough, but guilt can make healing feel impossible...

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Are Hairballs Normal? What Most Cat Parents Get Wrong
March 18, 2025

Are Hairballs Normal? What Most Cat Parents Get Wrong

Think hairballs are just a normal part of life with cats? Think again. If your cat is coughing up hairballs weekly or even monthly, it’s not just gross—it’s a red flag. Frequent hairballs can point to stress, food allergies, ...

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