Category: Pets Add Life Podcast

In this engaging episode, Kristen and Chris bring you two captivating conversations about enhancing the lives of pets through better nutrition and thoughtful design. First, we welcome Dr. Ernie Ward, an internationally acclaimed veterinarian, pet nutrition expert, and author of The Clean Pet Food Revolution. With the holiday season in full swing, Dr. Ward shares essential advice on healthy pet eating habits, avoiding the dangers of holiday treats, and understanding pet obesity. His insights will

In this heartfelt Thanksgiving special, Kristen and Chris switch roles and take the hot seat to share their personal experiences and insights as pet lovers. Chris opens up about his mischievous cat, Tiger, and how pets bring humor and love into our lives, while Kristen reflects on her journey rescuing and raising pets, offering touching anecdotes that will resonate with listeners. Together, they provide essential Thanksgiving pet safety tips—what’s safe to share from the holiday

In this inspiring episode, Kristen and Chris bring you two incredible guests who are redefining the world of pets with innovation and expertise. First, we’re joined by Cynthia Chomos, founder of Catio Spaces. Cynthia shares how her passion for design, nature, and cats led her to create beautiful and safe outdoor enclosures—or catios—that protect wildlife and enrich the lives of cats. She also provides tips for creating pet-friendly spaces and discusses how catios can be

In this heartfelt Veterans Day episode, Kristen and Chris honor the brave men and women who served, spotlighting the role of service dogs in veterans’ lives and the importance of humane advocacy. Today’s guests include Shannon Walker, founder of Northwest Battle Buddies, who shares her journey providing life-saving service dogs to veterans with PTSD. Our second guest, Brad Pyle, Political Director of the Humane Society Legislative Fund, discusses how animal advocacy intersects with public policy

In this uplifting Election Day episode, Kristen and Chris bring lighthearted stories and inspiring guests to brighten the season.  Today’s special guests include Andrew Hager, historian and author of All-American Dogs: A History of Presidential Pets from Every Era, who shares fascinating insights into the dogs of the White House. He dives into how presidential pets have influenced campaigns and public perception, highlighting memorable pets like Pushinka, the Cold War dog, and Nixon’s famous Checkers.

In this special episode for National Cat Day, hosts Kristen and Chris celebrate all things feline with a lineup of exciting guests, cat-related stories and expert advice on enhancing your cat’s life. The episode kicks off with a fun conversation about Chris’ mischievous 21-year-old cat, Tiger, proving age is no barrier to a little trouble. We are then joined by two incredible guests. First, Hannah Shaw, also known as the Kitten Lady, and her husband

Kristen and Chris dive deep into two fascinating stories: one of adventure and one of animal behavior expertise.  First, we are joined by motivational speaker and photographer Tom Turcich, who shares his awe-inspiring story of walking around the world with his loyal dog, Savannah. Over the course of seven years, Tom and Savannah covered 28,000 miles, traversing six continents and 38 countries, making them the first man-dog duo to ever achieve this feat. Tom reflects

In this exciting episode of Pets Add Life, hosts Kristen and Chris explore the world of dog shows and therapy pets. First, we sit down with Janina Laurin, an esteemed judge at the Westminster Dog Show. Janina shares her experiences as a long-time judge, discussing the intricacies of judging top-tier show dogs and what it takes for a dog to make it to the Westminster ring. She also talks about the preparation, passion, and dedication

In this episode of Pets Add Life, hosts Kristen and Chris dive into two essential topics on cat health and pet obesity. First, we hear from Molly DeVoss, Certified Feline Behaviorist and host of Cat Talk Radio. Molly shares invaluable insights on feline nutrition, addressing how proper diet and feeding habits can significantly affect your cat’s physical and behavioral health. She offers expert advice on maintaining a healthy weight, choosing the right food for your

In this episode of Pets Add Life, hosts Kristen and Chris bring insightful discussions with two amazing guests who are redefining the way we interact with our pets. First, we meet Alexis Devine, the pet parent of the internet sensation Bunny, the talking dog. Alexis shares her fascinating journey into pet communication, exploring how Bunny uses over 100 buttons to express her thoughts and emotions. Alexis also gives us a peek into her new memoir,