This week on the Pets Add Life Podcast, hosts Kristen Levine and Chris Bonifati dig into dog anxiety and behavior with two powerhouse guests. First, board-certified veterinary behaviorist Dr. Lisa Radosta shares her insights from over two decades of clinical experience. She explains how a pet’s environment, education, and positive support can transform even the most fearful animals. Then, dog trainer and founder of Peach on a Leash, Alex Sessa, reveals her top techniques for building great habits early—and correcting behaviors like jumping and barking with kindness, not force.
Special Guests:
- Dr. Lisa Radosta, Board-Certified Veterinary Behaviorist & Founder of Florida Veterinary Behavior Service
- Alex Sessa, Dog Trainer & Founder of Peach on a Leash Dog Training
Pet Product Recommendations:
- Reconcile (FDA-approved medication for separation anxiety): https://www.reconcile.com
- Dr. Buzby’s ToeGrips (for senior dog traction support): https://toegrips.com
Q&A Topics:
- “My dog becomes extremely anxious during thunderstorms. How can I calm him down?” (Submitted by Michelle from Austin, TX)
- “My puppy gets overly excited when greeting guests. How do I teach calmer greetings?” (Submitted by Jason from Charlotte, NC)
Related Links:
- Florida Veterinary Behavior Service: https://flvetbehavior.com
- Dr. Lisa Radosta’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DrLisaRadosta
- Peach on a Leash Dog Training: https://peachonaleash.com
- Reconcile Medication Overview: https://www.reconcile.com
- Dr. Buzby’s ToeGrips for Senior Dogs: https://toegrips.com
- The Experts: Dog Anxiety Episode (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/@DOGTV
- Watch The Experts on DOGTV’s Unleashed Channel: https://www.dogtv.com/unleashed
- Pet Anxiety Awareness Month Resources: https://www.petliving.com/anxiety
Social Channels:
- Follow Dr. Lisa Radosta on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlisaradosta
- Follow Peach on a Leash on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peachonaleash
- Follow Pets Add Life on Instagram: https://instagram.com/petsaddlife
- Facebook: https://facebook.com/PetsAddLife
- YouTube: https://youtube.com/petsaddlife
- TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@petsaddlife
- X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/petsaddlife
Subscribe & Listen: New episodes every Tuesday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
Submit Your Questions to the Podcast: https://petsaddlife.org/podcast
Presented by: American Pet Products Association (APPA) & DOGTV
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