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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.
March 18, 2025

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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March 11, 2025

Is calling your pet your “fur baby” harmless fun or actually harmful to your pet’s well-being? If you’ve ever wondered whether treating your pet like a child is helping or hurting them, you’re not alone. The truth is, humaniz...

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Feb. 25, 2025

Is your dog getting the right amount of exercise, or are they overdoing it without you realizing? Whether your pup is high-energy, low-key, or somewhere in between, knowing how to safely meet their physical needs is crucial t...

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Jan. 13, 2025

Bonus Episode From the Vault: The #3 Most Downloaded Episode of 2024! While we’re on a break until Feb 4, we’re bringing back one of your all-time favorite episodes of 2024 from the vault! This episode dives into the financial options available for pet healthcare, providing actionable insights to help pet parents prepare for unexpected expenses. Join Amy and Jonathan Wainberg, Senior VP of Synchrony Financial Service’s Pet Business, as they discuss strategies like budgeting, CareCredit, and p...

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Nov. 25, 2024

Not sure what’s actually healthy for your pet to eat? You’re not alone. With so many confusing labels, trends, and conflicting advice, knowing what to feed your dog or cat can feel overwhelming. In this episode, I’m joined by...

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Nov. 5, 2024

Holiday photos, family visits, colder weather—your pet’s grooming routine matters more than ever this season. In this episode, I sit down with Julia Benning, Lead Grooming Advisor for Well Groomed Pets and a Fear-Free Certifi...

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Sept. 17, 2024

Could your pet’s toys, bowls, or containers be quietly harming their health? In this episode, I talk with Aidan Charron from EarthDay.org about the alarming findings in the Pets vs Plastics report—and what every pet parent ne...

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Aug. 20, 2024

Does your dog panic when you leave the house? You’re not alone—and you’re not stuck. In this episode, I sit down with expert dog trainer Ruth Hegarty to break down one of the most misunderstood issues in dog behavior: separat...

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Aug. 13, 2024

Worried about the rising cost of caring for your pet? You’re not alone. In this episode, I sit down with Jonathan Wainberg, Senior VP of Synchrony Financial Services’ Pet Business, to talk about how pet parents can prepare fo...

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Aug. 6, 2024

What if your pet’s health problems aren’t the real problem—but just the symptoms? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Marlene Siegel, a leading voice in bioregulatory veterinary medicine. She shares her holistic, root-cause ap...

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