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June 11, 2025 • 42 mins

🐾 What if your daily dog walk could help build a kinder, safer community? In this episode, Em chats with Laura—professional dog walker and creator behind Curious Snoots—about how thoughtful walking practices and mutual respect between pet guardians can transform neighborhoods.


šŸ’” In this episode, you'll learn:

  • Why how we show up on walks matters

  • How to handle off-leash dogs and boundary-pushing situations

  • Tips for navigating awkward encounters with other pet parents

  • The power of kindness, consistency, and communication


šŸŒŽ Laura shares how her work in dog walking fosters connection, safety, and compassion in the pet space—and how you can be part of that shift too.

šŸŽ§ Tune in for an honest, heartfelt conversation about responsibility, advocacy, and building stronger communities through everyday actions.


Guest Info:šŸ“² Learn more about Curious Snoots and follow Laura's mission: @curioussnoots


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