This week on Pets Add Life, Kristen Levine and Chris Bonifati are back with another epic episode featuring stories that stretch across the globe — from lost cats and curious seals to tech-powered vet clinics and cutting-edge enrichment gear.
Storytime Highlights:
- A California cat named Aggie miraculously survives wildfires and reunites with her family after months apart.
- A New Haven seal named Chappy captures local hearts before passing due to plastic ingestion and intestinal torsion.
Guest 1: Jamie Popper (Founder of Proper Pets) Certified canine fitness trainer and inventor of the Propel Air platform, Jamie shares:
- Her horseback safari in Botswana
- The development of canine fitness tools that strengthen the bond between dogs and humans
- Training products designed for both beginners and experts
Learn more about Jamie:
- Instagram (Proper Pets): https://www.instagram.com/proper.pets
- Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popper.jamie
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiepopper
Featured Product: Propel Air Platform Proper Pets’ inflatable training platform for canine balance and stability. Official Website: https://properpets.com
Guest 2: Dr. Aaron Massecar (VP of Partnerships at Kova) From philosopher to vet-tech visionary, Dr. Massecar discusses:
- His transition from academia to animal health
- The future of AI-assisted veterinary care through Kova (medical scribing & co-pilot tools)
- Innovations that save vets time while enhancing patient care
- Emotional reflections on saying goodbye to his 16-year-old dog, Charley
Connect with Dr. Massecar:
- LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-massecar/
- Kova Website: https://www.withkova.com
Products of the Week:
- Comprehensive Cat Gut Health Check From Innovative Pet Lab — a diagnostic kit to test your cat’s digestive function and recommend vet-backed solutions. 💻 Website: https://www.innovativepetlab.com
- Chewtastic Geometrics by Pet Dreamhouse Rubber enrichment toys co-designed with an aerospace scientist for erratic bouncing and treat-stuffing. 💻 Product Link: https://www.petdreamhouse.co.uk/products/chewtastic-geometrics
Audience Q&A:
- Alex from Austin, TX – How to turn your dog into a social media star
- Taylor from Seattle, WA – Tips for smoothly introducing a 4th cat to your feline crew
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