Category: Pets Add Life Podcast

Join Chris as he takes you on an exclusive journey through the 148th Westminster Dog Show, one of the most prestigious canine competitions in the world. This special episode brings you right into the heart of the event, capturing all the excitement, passion, and paw-sitive vibes from the show floor. Get ready to hear in-depth interviews with top trainers, handlers, experts and dog enthusiasts who share their experiences and insights into the world of competitive

This week, Chris and Kristen sit down with Don Sturz, President of the Westminster Kennel Club (WKC) to talk about  the upcoming 148th Westminster Dog Show, the exciting events happening throughout the four-day event and how you can participate. Then, we’re joined by renowned dog trainers and hosts of The Dog Moms Podcast, Chrissy Joy and Amber Aquart, where they talk about balancing parenthood and being a pet parent and how their dog’s have transformed

Chris and Kristen are joined by Beke Lubeach, CEO of DOGTV, a television channel for dogs, to learn about how it came to be, the science-based research behind the show’s content and more. Then, hear from Candace D’Agnolo. with Pet Boss Nation, who shares how you can turn your passion for pets into a business.   Special Guests: – Beke Lubeach, CEO of DOGTV – Candace D’Agnolo , Founder & CE) of Pet Boss Nation

Chris and Kristen are joined by Dana Brooks from the Pet Food Institute to talk about the regulatory side of pet food and treats and what the organization is doing to support pet food safety and nutrition. Then, we hear from Jim Lamancusa with the Pet Sustainability Coalition to learn how the organization is working to bring sustainability to the forefront of the pet industry.   Episode Description Special Guests: – Dana Brooks, President &

This week, Chris and Kristen learn the origin story of how Brian and Magnus of @MagnusTheTherapyDog came to be. Brian talks about their journey of becoming a therapy animal team and shares steps for our listeners who may be interested in doing the same. Then, hear from companion animal nutritionist Dr. James Templeman, PhD, of Primal Pet Foods to hear how the brand is working to make human grade raw diets more accessible to pet

This week, Chris and Kristen talk with Melinda Thomas of Pets in the Classroom, a program dedicated to improving and expanding the classroom experience for students. Melinda shares the incredible benefits this program has on students and how teachers can apply for grants to obtain a class pet, as well as other resources for teachers. Then, hear from Beth Miller from Wagtown, an organization working to foster more pet-friendly communities.   Special Guests: – Melinda

Chris and Kristen explore the world of pet tech innovation with Ben Seidman, Founder of Mella Pet Care. Their Mella Home Thermometer – the first accurate underarm pet thermometer – recently closed the brand a deal with Mark Cuban on Shark Tank. Hear from Ben as he tells the story behind producing the Mella Home Thermometer and additional product offerings in their pet health ecosystem. Next, we talk with Gwyn Donahue of Pet Partners and

This week, Chris and Kristen host the brands behind their award-winning best new products in 2024! Meet the “Best in Show” winners from Global Pet Expo with products across 13 categories. Get the inside scoop on the latest pet products and the world of pet product innovation!   Featured Products: – Aquatic: Anubias on Lava by Pisces USA – Bird: Happy Beaks Corky Crunchers & Humanized Bird by A&E Cage Company – Cat: GivePet Cat

Join us for another special edition of the Pets Add Life Podcast live from Global Pet Expo! This week, Chris and Kristen sit down with veterinary and animal health experts to discuss innovations in veterinary medicine to improve access to care for our pets. We discuss the rising costs of vet care, concerns about the shortage of veterinary professionals, and new products and services in the field to help mitigate these issues for pet parents.

Join us for a special edition of the Pets Add Life Podcast live from Global Pet Expo! Hosted by Kristen Levine and Dr. Courtney Campbell, veterinary surgeon and media personality live from the trade show floor, we’re unpacking all the excitement and innovation at the premier pet industry event showcasing the latest pet products and brands. Dive in with us as we explore groundbreaking products, talk with industry pioneers and share heartwarming moments from the