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This week on Best Bets for Pets, Michelle Fern welcomes Dr. Michelle B. Slater, the author of the touching and transformative book Soulmate Dog. In this heartfelt memoir, Dr. Slater shares the incredible bond she had with her German Shepherd, Brady. Soulmate Dog explores the deep love and inevitable loss that comes with such relationships, delving into the unspoken, even telepathic, language that can exist between humans and their animal companions.

When Brady faced a life-threatening illness at just five years old, Michelle turned to modern integrative veterinary medicine and the art of animal communication. Through this journey...

On this festive episode of Best Bets for Pets, Michelle Fern and Cheryl Kaye (from Unleashed on Pet Life Radio) and bring the holiday cheer to your pet gift-giving plans! Michelle and Cheryl dive into the world of pet presents, sharing their top picks for gifts that are sure to make your fur babies' holidays memorable. From high-tech toys and interactive feeders to cozy beds and the latest in pet fashion, they cover a range of creative ideas for every type of pet personality. Listen in as they share insights on what makes each item a perfect holiday treat, along...

This week Michelle Fern is joined by Dexter Blanch, the inventor of the Hydro Leash, which allows you to keep your dog hydrated while they are being walked. The Hydro Leash features a unique design where a mouthpiece and stem sit on their side and when your dog needs a drink, they can get one themselves!

EPISODE NOTES: The Hydro Leash

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Michelle Fern welcomes Dr. Kwane Stewart, chief veterinary officer for Kismet pet food. Created by John Legend and Chrissy Teigen, Kismet an extraordinary pet lifestyle brand.

Food is such an important part of their lives, and as such, was a no brainer when it came to their fur babies. All products are formulated by a team of board certified veterinary nutritionists and expert formulators to develop a high quality food for dogs that's as nutritious as fresh – but more convenient and accessibly priced. Meaning all foods are made with real animal proteins, nutrient rich superfoods, essential vitamins and min...

This week Michelle Fern welcomes Ashley Hejlik and Lee Kaufman, Co-Founders of SoyKitty. Cat owners who demand an odor-free household without hurting the planet choose SoyKitty; a nontoxic, sustainable cat litter made of plant byproducts. Peace of mind for a fresher home and a healthier planet. SoyKitty litter uses simple ingredients made by Mother Nature: soybeans, guar gum, and cornstarch. It's all-natural, renewable, and sustainable. It's completely free of toxins, or harmful additives, offering cat parents a high-quality litter that’s safe for pets, people, and the planet.

EPISODE NOTES: SoyKitty Cat Litter - A Cleaner Bo...

This week Michelle Fern is joined by Vanessa Woods, co-author of Puppy Kindergarten: The New Science of Raising a Great Dog. Written with Brian Hare, Puppy Kindergarten is the first book about raising puppies to be written by evolutionary scientists - moreover, Duke University’s Puppy Kindergarten is the first large-scale study tracking puppy development since 1950.

This husband-and-wife team, along with a retired service dog named Congo, have meticulously observed and documented the growth of one hundred and one puppies at the Duke Puppy Kindergarten. Their mission was to unravel what it truly takes to raise a great do...

This week Michelle Fern chats with Dr. Andria Beal the founder of EpiPaws Pet Age Test that helps pet owners find peace of mind by discovering their pet's age with an easy at-home epigenetic (DNA) test. Customers simply obtain a kit online or through a retailer, do an easy mouth swab on their pet, and send in the sample for analysis. Results are provided online and are downloadable, and include an age estimation, suggested birthday, life stage designation, and health insights catered to the life stage.

EPISODE NOTES: EpiPaws – Age is More Than a Number!
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This week Michelle Fern highlights a new card game for training your dog! Discover the joy of training your dog with Bruno’s Pawsitive Dog Coaching Cards. This engaging card game set, inspired by our smart and adorable Bruno, includes Basic Commands, Advanced Commands, Fun Tricks, and Action Cards, offering a dynamic training experience. It's a perfect activity for family, friends, and your furry companion, enhancing bonding while teaching essential skills.

Then Michelle welcomes Julianna Carella, creator of Treatibles -The Original Pet CBD for pets. Treatibles Organic Full Spectrum Hemp CBD Oil Hard Chewables for small and large dog...

Michelle Fern chats with Cheryl Kaye, host of Unleashed on Pet Life Radio about keeping your pets safe and cool for the summer! From traveling with your pets to just going outside during the hottest months of the year, you won’t want to miss helpful hints for your pets.

EPISODE NOTES: What’s in Store for Summer? Hot Tips to Keep Your Pets Cool!

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This week Michelle Fern is joined by Dr. Amy Attas - pet expert and founder of City Pets, and author of the new book, Pets and the City: True Tales of a Manhattan House Call Veterinarian. Drawing from her extensive career spanning over three decades as a house call veterinarian in New York City, Dr. Attas takes readers from Park Avenue to the city projects, sharing the shocking, sometimes heartbreaking, often funny, life-affirming experiences she has faced through her storied career, treating the cats and dogs for more than 700,000 Manhattan families. A fascinating book and an interview you won’t wa...

Michelle Fern welcomes Rachel Markowitz, Marketing Manager at Brightkins this week to chat about Brightkins products including the new Brightkins Tough & Tumble durable treat dispenser line. Brightkins offers a range of playful training activity kits, enrichment tools, and interactive treat puzzles designed to keep your furry friends engaged and entertained.

EPISODE NOTES: Brightkins – Bright Ways for Pets to Play!

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Michelle Fern welcomes Bill Wasik and Monica Murphy, authors of OUR KINDRED CREATURES: How Americans Came to Feel the Way They Do About Animals. This fascinating work of nonfiction dives into the three decades after the Civil War when the attitude of the American public towards animals radically changed. OUR KINDRED CREATURES makes a case for seeing the fight over animal cruelty as a crucial thread in America's history. Readers are introduced to the activists, scientists, and moguls who helped create our modern views on animals, with our intense compassion for certain species and ignorant disregard for others.

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Wouldn’t it be great to be able to create a genuine connection between people and pets through the power of DNA? Well, Dave Latorra and Stephanie Ford of DNA is Love figured out a way to do that! Michelle Fern chats with the co-founders about their desire is to offer DNA is love products and shared stories as a powerful and intimate reminder of the interconnectedness of all living things. Beautiful products with your pet’s (living or passed) DNA! Amazing!

EPISODE NOTES: DNA is Love – Jewelry and Keepsakes Created with your Pet’s DNA!
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This week Michelle Fern tackles ticks with Tick Mitt father-daughter founders, Steve & Olivia Abrams. The Tick Mitt was designed to brush off the ticks after any outdoor activity. Now there is a simple and highly effective way to brush ticks off after any activity in nature-bring the Tick Mitt and do random sweeps on you and your pet and before you go indoors. Ticks attach themselves to clothes, fur and hair and work their way in, to get to the skin. The Tick Mitt brushes ticks off before they migrate to those areas. With summer approaching you’ll definitely want to...

This week Michelle Fern welcomes Jonathan Willbanks, founder of Arterra. Arterra provides daily support for healthy aging and combines the power of multiple supplements into just one scoop, making it the easiest health habit you can do for your dog. It slows the aging process with everyday health formulated to enhance and extend the life of your dog over its entire life span by targeting the core hallmarks of aging. Visit arterrapet.com and get 30% off your first month’s subscription!

EPISODE NOTES: Arterra - The Daily Dog Supplement for A Healthier, Longer Life

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Michelle Fern chats with Emily Meithner, co-founder of Travel Cat. Chances are that if you've seen any promos for Matthew Vaughn's new spy thriller, Argylle, you've seen its feline star, Chip (Claudia Schiffer's real-life family cat) - and Cat Backpack - take center stage! You can buy the viral Cat Backpack seen in the film (and the red carpet premieres) for the cat in your life, and set on a spy adventure of your very own - thanks to Travel Cat! To commemorate the partnership, Travel Cat tapped Chip, the feline star of Argylle—and the real-life cat of supermodel Cl...

Michelle Fern welcomes Tim Mitchum, President and CEO of WINPRO Pet, the only dog supplements powered by plasma. Few dog owners are aware of the health-boosting powers of plasma, but this miracle ingredient has been used by farmers to improve the vitality and lifespan of work animals for over 40 years. When used regularly, the blood plasma used in WINPRO Pet can exert a profound and lasting effect on your dog’s health and happiness.

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BESTBET20 (works on one time purchases & 1st order of a subscription)

EPISODE NOTES: WINPRO - The On...

Michelle Fern reports live from the tradeshow floor at Global Pet Expo 2024 in Orlando Florida. Check out these cool new pet products from Petmate, The Jill Rappaport Collection at Yellow Dog Design, Jolly Pets, Rawz, Veterinary Formula, Shepherd Boy Farms, Honest to Goodness, Frankly Pet, Lala Home, Wag Around Town, Petcakes, Purrniture Cat Furniture, Purina and more! Produced by the American Pet Products Association (APPA) and Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA), Global Pet Expo is the premier international gathering for the pet industry showcasing all types of pet products, including dog, cat, bird, aquatic, reptile, small animal and equine.
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Pet fashion hounds? You know who you are! Bark & Swagger went on the hunt for you at this year’s Global Pet Expo to uncover our faves you have to know about! Don’t miss out on this fashion forward tips!

EPISODE NOTES: Fetching Fashion or Just Plain Cute Stuff for Your Pets - My Global Pet Expo Roundup on Faves!

This week Michelle Fern welcomes Paul Roly, creator of Shichic cat furniture, featuring the Poop Nest litter box, the Poop Lounge large litter box enclosure, the Marbleloo designer open litter box and much more! Chic cat furniture, all the way from France!

Shichic was founded by Paul & Mateo. Two cat lovers fed up with the horrors of open, smelly, plastic litter boxes ruining their homes & spoiling their paw-some relations with their feline companions! Cats are the quirky masters we gladly serve, and they deserve better ! Shichic products are for Shicsters: humans who recognize their feline companions as real...

This week Michelle Fern chats, with Margot Crump, Founder, Owner and Operator of Crump’s Naturals. Looking for yummy, small-batch treats for your four-legged friend? Check out Crumps Naturals! These no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives treats use single or limited ingredients in their family-owned and operated facility. The treats are available in flavors like sweet potato, chicken, lamb and duck and are available in small training bite sizes (perfectly portioned for any size dog), Naughty Nibbles and dental chews.

EPISODE NOTES: Crumps Naturals

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A new law in California law allows for more telehealth options with licensed veterinarians when your pet doesn't require an in-person examination for minor ailments or routine prescriptions. This week Michelle Fern welcomes Dr. Mondrian Contreras from Pumpkin Insurance’s Pet Advisory Board to share more on how this type of technology is helping deliver a positive vet experience to pet owners and their pets, as well as the benefits of pet insurance.

EPISODE NOTES: New California Telehealth Law Is Changing The Way Vets And Pet Owners Interact with Their Furry Friends

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With periodontal disease being one of the most common medical conditions seen by vets, it’s essential for pet parents to be on the lookout for signs & symptoms so they can take the necessary steps to prevent potentially life-threatening conditions down the line. This week Michelle Fern welcomes Holistic Veterinarian, Dr. Ambika Vaid, to talk about putting the bite on pet dental disease with proper prevention.

EPISODE NOTES: February is Pet Dental Health Month!

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This week Michelle Fern talks to Shruti Ladani, co-founder and creator of SmartSlydr. SmartSlydr is a motorized robotic device for existing sliding doors and windows to make them smart in minutes! Your dog or cat can open the sliding glass door to go outside using The PetPass tag, which is a small tag that attaches to your dog’s collar. When your dog approaches the SmartSlydr, the tag will be detected and the door will open. You can also use the mobile app to control the door remotely.

EPISODE NOTES: SmartSlydr - Automate Any Sliding Door or...

This week Michelle Fern welcomes Allison Esposito Medina, founder and CEO of Juniper, a groundbreaking online community and website that provides a platform for Generation Z and Millennial dog parents. Created by New York based start-up business entrepreneur Allison Esposito Medina who introduced Tech Ladies to support women in business becoming the largest community of women in tech, and now she’s embracing connecting people in the pet space providing the tools, knowledge, and support they need to be the best parents for their pets.

EPISODE NOTES: Juniper - A Community for Dog Parents, By Dog Pa...

This week Michelle Fern chats with Dr. James Langer, the founder of Colorfil. Colorfil is the only air filter that indicates when it needs to be replaced. Their patented color-shift technology is highly reactive to gas phase chemicals and odors in the air—and actually changes from pink to yellow as it absorbs these unwanted substances from your air. With Colorfil, you can see your air quality improving right before your eyes.

EPISODE NOTES: Colorfil - The Science of Color-Shift Technology

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This week Michelle Fern welcomes back Jay Michaelson, founder of HandsOn Gloves. HandsOn Gloves are a revolutionary concept that reaches far beyond the traditional curry combs, mitts and shedders on the market today. Wet or dry, they won’t slip or fall off while providing you and your animals with a more thorough and enjoyable bathing and grooming experience.

EPISODE NOTES: HandsOn Gloves

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This week Michelle Fern welcomes Dr. Rob Silver to talk about the active ingredients in various types of mushrooms and how they can be a great addition to our pets' health routines. Your pets can benefit from functional mushroom supplements. Dr. Rob has formulated mushroom extracts specifically for your dog or cat's daily needs.

EPISODE NOTES: Mushrooms for your Pets with Dr. Rob Silver – a Real Fun-guy!

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This week Michelle Fern chats with Elsie Hamilton, creator and president of Lilly Brush. Lilly Brush offers a complete line of successful pet hair removers that trap soft clingy undercoat hair with every sweep. Say goodbye to pesky pet hair and bring your furry friend anywhere with Lilly Brush.

EPISODE NOTES: Lilly Brush – Live Furrlessly!

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It's that time of year again! The Holidays are here and it's time to pamper your fur babe! We have an exciting show with everything from laser toys for cats to the ultimate luxury spa box for dogs! This is a special show with my guest host Cheryl Kaye, from Unleashed on Pet Life Radio. Listen to all the exciting and unique options for your fur babe or your granddog or grandcats. You'll definitely hear of some gift ideas that are not the same old bone or catnip.

EPISODE NOTES: Holiday Have-to-Gets for your Pets!
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In this episode, Michelle Fern has a fun conversation with Pilley Bianchi, author of For The Love of Dog: The Ultimate Relationship Guide. It’s written by Pilley the co-owner with her father John Pilley of Chaser, dubbed the “smarted dog in the world.” When Chaser died in 2019, Bianchi began work on this book, a treasure trove of observations, lessons, and wisdom she gained from her time with Chaser. Illustrated by New Yorker and New York Times columnist Calum Heath, For The Love of Dog is a delightful, playful book filled with scientific research as well as practical advice—like canine b...

This week Michelle Fern chats with Guilherme Coelho, the CEO of Maven Pet. Maven AI-Vet enables measurably better outcomes through early detection of health issues. Their advanced tech+AI combo revolutionizes pet assessments by providing valuable context that is often missed. Maven Pet’s AI-Vet™ harnesses the power of AI to enable early detection of health issues in dogs and cats, helping vet practices provide better pet care.

EPISODE NOTES: Maven Pet

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As more people embrace the importance of clean and fresh dog care, Dandylion, the innovative brand has taken the market by storm, and is now the #1 New Release in Pet Supplies on Amazon.com! This week, Michelle Fern chats with Carolyn Chen, the visionary behind clean beauty brands Vesca and Orosa, and Dandylion, which offers a range of premium grooming products specifically designed to keep our furry friends clean and itch-free.

EPISODE NOTES: Dandylion

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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

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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

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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

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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 w...

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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...

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

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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

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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 K...

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...

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

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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...

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...

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

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It’s February… and that means it’s Pet Dental Health Month! All about keeping your pet’s teeth clean and healthy. This week Michelle Fern is joined by Kat Smith, the Director of Brand and Growth Marketing for Barkworthies. Made with real meat, plus superfood ingredients like blueberries, carrots and pumpkin, the new Barkworthies Superfood Jerky treats for dogs help support muscle growth and development. Rich in vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber, they also support the digestive system, as well as promote anti-inflammation and dental health.

EPISODE NOTES: Barkworthies

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This week Michelle Fern talks to Alain Courchesne, creator of The Doggy Bathroom. Potty training your pup can be tough, but it doesn’t need to be. Imagine a world where you don’t need to clean up after accidents or leave work early to let your dog out.

The Doggy Bathroom is the only dog litter box that keeps everything in one, easy-to-clean space with vertical pee pads. Designed for small breeds, including males who lift their leg. Create independence, build trust, and say goodbye to messy cleanups and bad weather walks!

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Michelle Fern welcomes Patrick Shannon, vice-president of marketing and sales for Sprinkle & Sweep. Sprinkle & Sweep is a profoundly new approach to pet accident cleanup at home. Simply sprinkle on to deodorize stinky pet messes, instantly all liquids are solidified, allowing for pee, poo or vomit to be easily swept into a dustpan and disposed.

EPISODE NOTES: Sprinkle & Sweep

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This week Michelle Fern talks to Kyle Knappenberger, Director of product development and technology for EnviroKlenz. The EnviroKlenz Liquid Laundry Enhancer works to eliminate odors at their source and prevent them from returning, so your clothes are left odorless and clean. While powerful at removing chemical, sweat, mildew, perfume, and pet odors, our formulation is consciously crafted without any toxic additives, dyes, or fragrances to be gentle on your skin, your fabrics, and the planet.

EPISODE NOTES: EnviroKlenz

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The holiday season is here, and it is important to remind pet parents of the potential hazards that are present this time of year. Dr. Amber Karwacki of Heart + Paw joins Michelle Fern this week to share tips to keep your pets safe this season, as well as a pet friendly recipe.

EPISODE NOTES: Holiday Pet Hazards Hiding In Your House

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This week Michelle Fern chats with BetsyWeakland, the Director of Private Brands and Jay Springer, Director of Live Animals at Pet Supplies Plus about fun holiday gift ideas for your pets. Whether they’re dogs, cats, birds, fish or reptiles and small pets, Pet Supplies Plus has everything… from treats, pet clothing, toys, home décor and more!

EPISODE NOTES: Pet Supplies Plus

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This week Michelle Fern chats with Terry Jones, CEO of EyeVac. Just sweep up next to the EyeVac stationary vaccum and quickly clean your hard floors! Ideal for cleaning pet hair, salon hair, dirt and dust. A small but powerful pet vacuum that is ready for any hair your dog or cat can shake off. The perfect companion for a pet hair removing rubber broom. Whether your pet is shedding, a messy eater, getting a haircut, or just making a mess, the EyeVac has you covered. Spend more quality time with your furry friend and less time cleaning up after...

Life is better with cats, but scooping litter left Tuft + Paw wondering how they could do better, so they came up with Really Great Cat Litter, a totally mess-free flushable, odor eliminating, quick clumping and low-tracking for a squeaky clean home. Really Great Cat Litter is made from soybean byproduct that would have otherwise gone to the landfill – safer for your cat, better for the planet. Join Michelle Fern as she talks to Jackson Cunningham, the founder of Tuft + Paw.

EPISODE NOTES: Tuft + Paw – Really Great Cat Litter

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Michelle Fern talks to Alden Martinez, the founder of Katio Dogio about their Kitty Kafé wall-mounted food & water bowl system featuring Kute Kitty, and Doggy Diner wall-mounted food & water bowl system featuring Dappy Doggy. They also make the Katio cat litter box that installs in your window just like an A/C unit!

EPISODE NOTES: Katio Dogio

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Michelle Fern chats with Tyson Walters, CEO and co-founder of Shed Defender. Tired of dog hair everywhere? The Shed Defender onesie contains the shedding to help you keep your house, car and clothes free from dog hair. But that’s not all…. the lightweight, breathable onesie has a snug fit that helps reduce anxiety and can be used to cover hotspots or replace the medical cone. Vet approved and eco-friendly!

EPISODE NOTES: Shed Defender

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Michelle Fern welcomes Hannah Mandelbaum, Co-founder of Evermore Pet Food. Evermore Pet Food carefully crafts recipes that rival the best home-cooked dog food. Their hearty meals include an array of fresh ingredients. They source from accountable ranchers, farmers and vendors who strictly prioritize quality and animal welfare. They cook in small batches at a family-run, USDA-inspected "people food" kitchen that uses a low-temperature process to ensure food safety and maintain flavor and nutrients. Their high standards extend beyond their product to how they treat their customers—they value you as much as your dog will value Evermore (and that's A LO...

This week Michelle Fern is joined by Kelly Yaremchuk, water and feed category manager for PetSafe to talk about how to keep your pets happy and hydrated with fresh, filtered water from PetSafe’s Pet Water Fountains.

PetSafe’s portfolio of drinking fountains include Drinkwell 1-Gallon Pet Fountain, Creekside Ceramic Pet Fountain and Seaside Stainless Pet Fountain. PetSafe’s drinking fountains are great for pets and pet owners alike.

EPISODE NOTES: PetSafe Fountains

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This week Michelle Fern welcomes awesome actress and animal advocate Katherine Heigl. You’ve seen her on Grey’s Anatomy, Suits and the new Firefly Lane, and now she chats with Michelle about her foundation for animals and her new premium dog food brand, Badlands Ranch, which provides superfood-packed dog food and treats for canine health.

The brand is named after her family ranch in Utah, where they offer medical care, obedience training, and assist in the forever placement of dogs to happy, loving homes across the U.S. in partnership with the Jason Debus Heigl Foundation. Tune in t...

Celebrate your cat’s life by creating one-of-a-kind artwork based on their unique molecular make-up. Michelle Fern is joined by Ryan Norman, co-founder of EverAfter Art. At EverAfter, they've created the Essence of Life Process™, an innovative technique to create a unique, a true one of one, abstract art piece that ignites imagination and memories of your departed pet, soothing a troubled and bereaving soul.

They create the art by imaging the microscopic crystals from the essential chemistry contained in your pet’s ash. The resulting natural abstract patterns, shapes, and often-vivid colors inspire imagination, bringing happy memories to min...

This week Michelle Fern talks to Alex Willen, founder of Cooper’s Treats, which are all-natural dog treat mix made in America with no added salt, sugar, artificial ingredients or preservatives. Too hot to bake biscuits? Their Pupsicle Mix makes delicious treats in a flash - just add water and freeze, and you've got the perfect frozen treat.

EPISODE NOTES: Cooper’s Treats - Because All Dogs Deserve Homemade Treats

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Michelle Fern is joined by Kristin Potts, Director of Brand and New Product Development for NuLeaf Naturals. Looking to reap the benefits of CBD for your furry friend? NuLeaf Naturals CBD hemp oil is versatile enough to be administered to dogs, cats, horses, and other animals. Each drop contains 3mg of CBD and can easily be added directly to your pet’s favorite food or treat.

EPISODE NOTES: NuLeaf Naturals - CBD for Pets

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Meet the ultimate dog walking companion… Spleash! Walk. Protect. Refresh. All with the ease and comfort of one easy-to-grip leash aid. Michelle Fern welcomes Kerry Cooke, creator of this amazing new product! Dogs get dehydrated, just like people do! When Fido starts panting halfway through your walk... give him a drink with Spleash!

Attach Spleash to your favorite leash, and you can quickly refresh your pet with a squeeze of your finger without having to grab or carry anything other than your leash. Spleash holds up to 12 oz of fresh drinking water. It also provides a great defense ag...

This week Michelle Fern welcomes Anna Osborn from TheBuzzOnGifts.com. Michelle and Anna discuss some cool summer gift ideas including the Bearbark pet scratcher, PatPat pet themed kids clothes, That Blanket photo blankets, Petsies custom stuffed animals, Swiff Spray and more! Tune in to discover your favorite product!

EPISODE NOTES: The Buzz On Gifts

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PetSafe brand, a global leader in pet product solutions, has made traveling with your pet even easier with the addition of the Happy Ride Collapsible Travel Crate to its robust line of travel products. The new portable travel crate safely contains a dog in the backseat while heading to the next adventure. This week Michelle Fern chats with Mandie Sweetnam, Petsafe Category Manager about the Happy Ride Collapsible Travel Crate. “Pets and people can spend quality time together from anywhere with our expansive line of travel products, and with the addition of the collapsible travel crate, the journey is just as...

Keep your pets healthy, happy and hydrated! This week Michelle Fern talks to Lori Head, Director of US Operations for DoggyRade & KittyRade. They have developed a refreshing treat using a palatable formula to encourage hydration. Formulated by veterinarians, DoggyRade is a low-calorie isotonic drink with a great chicken taste profile that dogs love. KittyRade is a healthy prebiotic drink that encourages reliable hydration in cats. Help your cat stay hydrated by giving to your cat daily.

EPISODE NOTES: DoggyRade & KittyRade

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This week Michelle Fern chats with Marcie Johnson, Director of Group Sales at Holiday Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando about their paw-some pet program! Universal Studios Orlando is the perfect destination for the entire family – and we mean everyone! At Holiday Inn & Suites Across from Universal Orlando you don’t have to leave your paw-some pet at home, they can join in the fun!

Families of all shapes, sizes, and breeds can kick up their feet (or paws) and enjoy a newly renovated hotel with lush bedding, spacious rooms, and a calm, refreshing atmosphere. The suites are the...

This week Michelle Fern talks to Trinnie Cortez, COO of Wagz. The Wagz Freedom Smart Dog Collar isn’t just your average collar, it’s an invisible fence, shock-free training and containment tool, activity tracker and GPS locater all in one! Now you’ll be able to have peace of mind knowing where your pup is at all hours of the day. This collar is easily controlled with the Wagz app.

EPISODE NOTES: Wagz

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