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43. Holiday Pet Health, Heartwarming Stories & Christmas Cheer

Episode Details

In this festive episode of the Pets Add Life Podcast, hosts Kristen Levine and Chris Bonifati bring holiday warmth with expert advice, inspiring stories, and tips for a safe and joyful season for pets and their people.

Special Guests:

Dr. David Haworth: Veterinarian, entrepreneur, and founder of the Institute for Pets and Society, shares the latest advancements in veterinary oncology, essential tips for keeping pets safe during the holiday season and insights into the evolving human-animal bond like the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study.
  • - Amy Shojai: Award-winning author and pet behavior expert, discusses tips for welcoming new pets into the family during the holidays, a touching Christmas story from The Dog Who Came to Christmas Anthology and her work as a pioneer in pet-centric writing.

Pet Product Recommendations:

Q&A Topics:

- "My dog pulls on the leash when walking in snowy weather. How can I stop this?” (Kevin from Denver, CO)
- "My cat climbs the Christmas tree every year! How can I keep her safe and protect my decorations?” (Margaret from Seattle, WA)

Related Links:

- Amy Shojai’s Website 

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Episode Transcript

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00:00:00:04 - 00:00:14:13Voice OverPets Add Life. Your guide to the latest in pet trends, products and the joy of the human animal bond with Kristen Levine and Chris Bonifati powered by the American Pet Products Association and Dog TV.00:00:14:15 - 00:00:32:23ChrisAll.

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