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It’s September, and that means time to go back to school! How do your pets feel about the kids being gone all day? What new pet products can help keep them happy and busy? This week Michelle Fern is joined by Cheryl Kaye, host of Unleashed on Pet Life Radio. Join them as they have a really fun time talking about the latest “Bark to School” pet products for your furry friends! EPISODE NOTES: Bark to School

This week Michelle Fern welcomes Dr. Karen Fine, author of The Other Family Doctor. For 25 years, Karen operated a house call practice, and her main approach to patients is meeting them where they are—she’s done many appointments from a bathtub or laundry room, places where the animal feels most comfortable. After years of going into other people’s homes, The Other Family Doctor is our opportunity to peek behind the curtain of what it’s really like to be a vet. EPISODE NOTES: The Other Family Doctor

This week Michelle Fern chats with Zoe Ley, co-founder of Rockster. Rockster sets a new standard in dog nutrition with ultra-premium ingredients, free from any exposure to antibiotics or chemicals, offering 100% ingredient transparency - hailed as “more than just food” - guaranteed to nurture them from the inside. EPISODE NOTES: Rockster - Life-Enhancing Bio-Organic Superfood for Dogs

This week Michelle Fern welcomes Eric Allen, Co-Founder of Eartha Kitty, wheatgrass cat beds to give your indoor cat the feeling of being outdoors. Organic wheatgrass is regarded as a super potent health food with amazing benefits. It's considered to be a “living food.” Health enthusiasts have long raved about the countless benefits of this plant, and for good reason. It can be used as an everyday health tonic and may even help treat specific diseases. More research is needed to truly determine its efficacy, but researchers agree that wheatgrass has potential. Keep reading to discover the possible healing benefits of wheatgrass. EPISODE NOTES: Eartha Kitty

This week Michelle Fern is joined by Dr. Betsy Redmond, Chief Science Officer for Innovative Pet Lab - an at-home pet diagnostic company focusing on gut health testing for dogs and cats. Innovative Pet Lab tests offer pet owners and animal health practitioners peer-reviewed and scientifically-proven tests that help identify root causes of intestinal and autoimmune issues before they develop into more serious conditions. Best of all, you can test from the comfort of your home and at a time that works for you. EPISODE NOTES: Innovative Pet Lab

This week Michelle Fern talks to Certified Feline Training and Behavior Specialist Molly DeVoss about Vitakraft treats for dogs and cats, but mostly for cats! Keeping your kitty-cat happy just got easier for cat owners thanks to their collection of small-batch cat treats packed with healthy and flavorful ingredients in the shapes, tastes and textures your favorite feline will love. EPISODE NOTES: Vitakraft

As you know, it’s super hot right now in the US and it isn't just humans who can suffer from the effects. Our animal companions are super vulnerable as well. This week Michelle Fern is joined by Ellie Laks, co-founder of The Gentle Barn, a non-profit sanctuary for rescue animals, and Dr. Peter Weinstein, veterinarian and former executive director of the Southern California Veterinary Medical Association to talk about keeping your cats safe in the sweltering summer heat! You don’t want to miss this one! EPISODE NOTES: Hot Pets in the Summertime

This week Michelle Fern is joined by Dr. Joe Roetheli, creator of Yummy Combs. Shape makes the difference… a new generation of dental super treats for dogs! Cleaning your dog’s teeth has never been easier or more nutritious. Yummy Combs dog treats work like dental floss for a more complete cleaning than other dental doggie snacks. With 44% high-quality protein and 12 other wellness ingredients. EPISODE NOTES: Yummy Combs

This week Michelle Fern chats with Smarty Pear, Founder Chris Madeiras, creator of the Leo’s Loo Too litter box. New from Smarty Pear: the Leo's Loo Too smart automatic litter box. Developed by a cat lover, every detail has been thoughtfully considered—automatic sifting after each visit from kitty, triple-layer safety protection, odor-reducing UV light, and modern design. The connected app monitors usage frequency and allows for custom settings. It's even Alexa and Google Home compatible! EPISODE NOTES: Leo’s Loo Too

Michelle Fern welcomes back Award-winning animal advocate and host of Rappaport to the Rescue on Pet Life Radio, Jill Rappaport, to talk about pet rescue and her new website, Jill Rappaport's Pet Products with a Purpose, which was created to give consumers wonderful, essential goods and in return, give back by supporting rescue groups and organizations. With the key message of rescue on every product, PPP is making sure every animal will find their forever home. EPISODE NOTES: Jill Rappaport's Pet Products with a Purpose

Michelle Fern chats with earthbath CEO, Paul Armstrong. earthbath products are designed for the health of our beloved pets, people & the planet. They believe the ingredients that touch your pet’s coat and skin should be as naturally effective, non-toxic, and gentle as possible for a better bath every time. EPISODE NOTES: earthbath

Michelle Fern welcomes Adam Baker, owner of SodaPup. SodaPup has developed a range of enrichment products including enrichment mats (eMats), enrichment coins (eCoins), enrichment trays (eTrays) and enrichment bowls (eBowls). All of these products have benefits associated with slowing down eating and making your dog work for their food. SodaPup toys have three compounds: Puppy Rubber, Average Chewer Rubber, and Magnum Black, our toughest rubber compound. Their rubber toys include chew toys, treat dispensers, enrichment toys, tug toys, and retrieving toys. No one has more rubber toy options than SodaPup. SodaPup Unstoppables solve three separate challenges. If you use treat dispensers for enrichment you know how messy it can be. Their stoppers/stands solve this problem. EPISODE NOTES: SodaPup

This week Michelle Fern welcomes back Spencer Williams, CEO of West Paw to talk about some of their new products including The Funnl. West Paw® and Earth Animal® teamed up to design the dynamic chew duo for dogs—an enrichment toy that holds a No-Hide® Chew and takes its gnawsomeness to a wholesome new level. Together, they create dopamine-boosting stimulation that dogs crave, need, and love. EPISODE NOTES: West Paw – The FunnlSummer

Michelle Fern welcomes back Dr. Amber Karwacki of Heart + Paw to talk about how to keep your pets safe in the Spring and upcoming Summer months, and what you should have in your pet’s first aid kit, whether at home or traveling. Accidents can—and do—happen, so being prepared is crucial to keeping your pets safe. EPISODE NOTES: Pet First Aid for Spring & Summer

Michelle Fern continues her reports live from the tradeshow floor at Global Pet Expo in Orlando Florida. Global Pet Expo, presented by the American Pet Products Association (APPA) and Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA), is the pet industry's premier event featuring the newest, most innovative pet products on the market today. In Part 2, Michelle highlights products from these pet companies: Trisha Yearwood Pet Collection The Culture Club Animate Pet Foods Fera Pet Organics Grubbly Farms K9 Wear Polka Dog Zesty Paws/ Solid Gold Intersand Cat Litter Pet Gazebo Fast and Furious Odor Eliminator Natural Farm Pet Dharma Dog Karma Kat Leo’s Loo Too Wagz EPISODE NOTES: Global Pet Expo 2023 - Part 2

Michelle Fern reports live from the tradeshow floor at Global Pet Expo in Orlando Florida. Global Pet Expo, presented by the American Pet Products Association (APPA) and Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA), is the pet industry's premier event featuring the newest, most innovative pet products on the market today. In Part 1, Michelle highlights products from these pet companies: Sterling Davis/Nathan the Cat Lady Sprinkle & Sweep Wee Away Frankly USA Made Treats Natoo Montana Dog Food Pawse Charlee Bear earthbath Barkworthies Pet House Purina Sodapup Animal Biome New Zealand Natural Pet Food Co BossNation Naturally Fresh Cat Litter West Paw Ava's Pet Palace Neakasa EPISODE NOTES: Global Pet Expo 2023

This week Michelle Fern is joined by Chris Brown, Senior Vice-President of marketing and ecommerce for Playology. Dogs love chewing and sniffing. In fact, a dog’s sense of smell is 10,000 times more powerful than a human’s! To take advantage of their keen sense of smell, Playology dog toys release tiny scent particles with every chew. Made from dog-safe materials, find a wide variety of dog toys that match your pet's play style. With smells that last at least 6 months, these long-lasting, naturally-scented dog toys pass the sniff test. EPISODE NOTES: Playology

In this episode Michelle Fern chats with Carolyn Rafferty, co-founder of Cat Savant, makers of Scoop Buddy. These innovative litter box anchors are perfect for cat parents tired of the same old litter box routine. These attachable anchors allow the waste bag to be draped over the edge of the litter box for easy clean up. It’s simple to remove the bag and never have to touch the ick.Litter box clean-up is already the least liked chore by cat parents. That’s where Scoop Buddy comes in! It’s a simple affordable option compared to other waste systems on the market and no need for refillable cartridges that are costly. EPISODE NOTES: Scoop Buddy

How can children begin to heal after losing a pet? This week Michelle Fern is joined by Lori Orlinsky, author of Balloons For Tiger. Balloons for Tiger takes an imaginative look at this tough topic as colorful balloons travel from the hands of children to their beloved cat who has passed on. This book lets children open up their hearts and imaginations for a magical journey to the farthest corners of the world, where they'll meet skydivers, astronauts, superheroes, and everything in between. As they watch the balloons voyage to the other side of the rainbow bridge, they learn to positively process their grief. A great tool for any child who has experienced the loss of a pet- or any other loved one, too. EPISODE NOTES: Balloons For Tiger

Michelle Fern chats with Anastasia Miles, the creator of The City Loo. The City Loo dog potty is the chic, modern and private indoor dog potty solution for your posh pet to use the bathroom on their schedule, wherever you are. It’s a high quality, custom-crafted dog potty solution that makes life comfortable for you and your pet. The perfect combination of style and functionality: discreet, sanitary, and safe for indoor or outdoor use. EPISODE NOTES: The City Loo