Podcast Episodes For Pet Lovers
Each episode features two pet stories, two special guests, two product recommendations, and two questions from the audience.
Episode 8: Becoming a Therapy Animal Team with @MagnusTheTherapyDog & Transforming Raw Diets for Pets
Episode Details This week, Chris and Kristen learn the origin story of how Brian and Magnus of @MagnusTheTherapyDog came to be. Brian talks about their…
Special Guests:
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Brian Benson & Magnus of @MagnusTheTherapyDog
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Dr. James Templeman, PhD, Director of Nutrition and Formulation at Primal Pet Foods
Episode 8: Becoming a Therapy Animal Team with @MagnusTheTherapyDog & Transforming Raw Diets for Pets
Episode Details This week, Chris and Kristen learn the origin story of how Brian and Magnus of @MagnusTheTherapyDog came to be. Brian talks about their…
Special Guests:
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Brian Benson & Magnus of @MagnusTheTherapyDog
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Dr. James Templeman, PhD, Director of Nutrition and Formulation at Primal Pet Foods
Pet Product Recommendations:
Q&A Topics:
- Pets with itchy ears (Submitted by Nina from Memphis, TN)
- Where to seek help for beta fish care (Submitted by Raj from Sacramento, CA)
Episode 7: Transforming the Classroom with Pets & Fostering Pet Friendly Communities
Episode Details This week, Chris and Kristen talk with Melinda Thomas of Pets in the Classroom, a program dedicated to improving and expanding the…
Special Guests:
- Melinda Thomas, Executive Director of Pets in the Classroom
- Beth Miller, Founder, President & CEO of Wagtown, Inc.
Episode 7: Transforming the Classroom with Pets & Fostering Pet Friendly Communities
Episode Details This week, Chris and Kristen talk with Melinda Thomas of Pets in the Classroom, a program dedicated to improving and expanding the…
Special Guests:
- Melinda Thomas, Executive Director of Pets in the Classroom
- Beth Miller, Founder, President & CEO of Wagtown, Inc.
Pet Product Recommendations:
Q&A Topics:
- When to check in with your vet (Submitted by Brian from Orlando, FL)
- New pet health innovations (Submitted by Tamra from Savannah, GA)
Episode 6: Innovating in the Pet Industry and Exploring the World of Pet Therapy Animals
Episode Details Chris and Kristen explore the world of pet tech innovation with Ben Seidman, Founder of Mella Pet Care. Their Mella Home Thermometer – the…
Special Guests:
- Ben Seidman, Founder & Chief Operating Officer at Mella Pet Care
- Gwyn Donahue (Chief Marketing Officer) and Adriana & Darla (Volunteer Therapy Animal Team) with Pet Partners
Episode 6: Innovating in the Pet Industry and Exploring the World of Pet Therapy Animals
Episode Details Chris and Kristen explore the world of pet tech innovation with Ben Seidman, Founder of Mella Pet Care. Their Mella Home Thermometer – the…
Special Guests:
- Ben Seidman, Founder & Chief Operating Officer at Mella Pet Care
- Gwyn Donahue (Chief Marketing Officer) and Adriana & Darla (Volunteer Therapy Animal Team) with Pet Partners
Q&A Topics:
- Cat toy recommendations for non-playful cats to promote exercise (Submitted by Matt from New York, NY)
- New product trends pet parents can expect this year (Submitted by Lorenzo from San Francisco, CA)
Episode 5: Best New Pet Products for 2024
Episode Details This week, Chris and Kristen host the brands behind their award-winning best new products in 2024! Meet the “Best in Show” winners from…
Episode 5: Best New Pet Products for 2024
Episode Details This week, Chris and Kristen host the brands behind their award-winning best new products in 2024! Meet the “Best in Show” winners from…
Pet Product Recommendations:
- Aquatic: Anubias on Lava by Pisces USA
- Bird: Happy Beaks Corky Crunchers & Humanized Bird by A&E Cage Company
- Cat: GivePet Cat Treats
- Dog Food/Treats: Allprovide Pet Foods
- Dog Products: Happy Dingos Slow Feeder Bowl
- Farm & Feed: Coop Combo Hemp Fiber Nesting Mats & Bedding by All Walks
- Natural: BetterBone
- Pet Sustainability: Organic Cotton Dog Beds, Blankets & Crate Covers by Molly Mutt
- Pet Tech Innovation: The Uproot Clean 7-in-1 Pet Grooming Kit
- Point of Purchase: Cricket Keeper by Spectrum Brands / Global Pet Care
- Reptile: Exo Terra BioActive Terrarium by Hagen Group
- Small Animal: The Roam by Happy Habitats
- The Modern Pet: Hoggin’ Dogs Prime Rib & Pumpkin Flavors by Puppy Cake
Episode 4: Live from Global Pet Expo with Veterinary & Animal Health Experts
Episode Details 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…
Special Guests:
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Greg Geckles, Vice President of Market Insights at Independence Pet Holdings
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Dr. Jeff Werber, Chief Veterinary Officer at AirVet Telemedicine
Episode 4: Live from Global Pet Expo with Veterinary & Animal Health Experts
Episode Details 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…
Special Guests:
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Greg Geckles, Vice President of Market Insights at Independence Pet Holdings
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Dr. Jeff Werber, Chief Veterinary Officer at AirVet Telemedicine
Pet Product Recommendations:
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Meet the Hosts
Get to know Kristen Levine and Chris Bonifati, hosts of the Pets Add Life podcast. This dynamic duo bring dog mom and cat dad energy – along with their expertise in the pet industry – to every episode. Join us each week to hear Kristen and Chris chat with special guests, share featured pet products, and answer questions from our listeners.
Kristen Levine
PetLiving Expert
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Chris Bonifati
Sr. Director at APPA
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