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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 Claudia Vaughn (née Schiffer)— to curate a limited-edition collection of cat products including the viral cat backpack. EPISODE NOTES: Travel Cat Unveils Exclusive Cat Collection Inspired by Matthew Vaughn's Film, Argylle, Including Viral Backpack Seen in Film

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. Coupon Code BESTBET20 (works on one time purchases & 1st order of a subscription) EPISODE NOTES: WINPRO - The Only Dog Supplements Powered by Plasma

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. EPISODE NOTES: Live from Global Pet Expo 2024 – Miles of Aisles!

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 beings and define themselves as guardians or cat parents. EPISODE NOTES: Shichic – Cat Furniture to Live in Purrfect Harmony with Your Feline Friends!

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

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

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!

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 Window for your Pets!

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 Parents

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

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

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!

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!

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!

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 body language and the effect on praise for dogs—as well as humorous entries, like “Dogs Ain’t Wolves,” and “Things Your Dog Likes That You Think Are Really Gross.” EPISODE NOTES: For The Love of Dog: The Ultimate Relationship Guide

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

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

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