Unleashed Curiosity by Vital Pet Life

Unleashed Curiosity by Vital Pet Life

Unleashed Curiosity by Vital Pet Life Podcast cracks the code on pet nutrition, wellness hacks & keeping your fur fam thriving! ✨ Join Donie Yamamoto, CEO and Founder and Dr. Amber Da Silva, DVM as they dive into the Mind & Body Connection that powers your pet’s health and happiness. Each episode is packed with practical advice, expert insights, and myth-busting truths to help you become a more confident, educated, and empowered pet parent. We’re here to dispel misinformation, break down pet ingredients, and highlight key pet wellness strategies backed by veterinary expertise. From Q & A with Dr. Amber to ingredient transparency, this podcast is your authority on today’s pet care. It’s time to get informed, inspired, and confident in your pet wellness choices. Need clean supplements? We got you! Tune in, follow & unleash your pet questions: podcast@vitalpetlife.com ➡️ You could be next episode’s superstar! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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June 24, 2025 39 mins

Join Donie and Dr. Amber in today’s episode. We’re diving into the world of EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques), also known as “Tapping,” with certified practitioner and trainer Amy Piper. Amy shares how tapping on key acupuncture points can help release stress, anxiety, and emotional blockages—not just for humans but for pets, too!


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In the debut episode of Breaking It Down with Dr. Amber under Unleashed Curiosity, we explore the benefits of Vital Pet Life's Salmon Oil plus one of the most common pet parent questions: Why is salmon oil so helpful for itchy skin? Dr. Amber breaks down the science behind omega-3s, skin health, and inflammation—plus, she shares expert advice on how salmon oil supports your pet’s immune system, heart, joints, brain, and that silky-...

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In this new episode of R+D with Donie, Dr. Amber Da Silva, DVM and Donie Yamamoto dive into the story behind Vital Pet Life’s best-selling Salmon Oil—why it was created, what makes it different, and how it helps pets thrive. From a personal journey with Donie’s dog, Tuxedo, to ORIVO-verified sourcing and sustainability, discover the science, care, and integrity that go into every bottle. 🐟


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June 3, 2025 14 mins

June is National Pet Preparedness Month—a reminder that our pets rely on us in emergencies. In this Season 2 of Vital Pet Life Podcast, 1st episode of Unleashed Curiosity, Dr. Amber and Donie share expert tips on creating an emergency plan for your pets, including regional weather risks, building a pet emergency kit, evacuation prep, and keeping pets safe in extreme temperatures. Learn how to update pet IDs, pack essentials, and pr...

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Join Dr. Amber Da Silva, DVM, as she dives into the individual benefits of each ingredient from Vital Pet Life's famous Oatmeal Shampoo, along with Donie Yamamoto. We’re talking baths—how often your pet needs one and why oatmeal is the go-to for itchy skin. Plus, a quick look at soothing, natural ingredients like aloe, chamomile, jojoba, and yucca. Clean, comfy pets, coming right up! Bonus: Even ferrets can benefit from oatmeal!

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Explore the natural power behind Vital Pet Life’s Oatmeal Aloe Vera Shampoo with Donie and Dr. Amber—uncovering how clean, soothing ingredients keep your pet’s skin and coat healthy, fresh, and chemical-free. 🧴 🛁 🐾

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May 13, 2025 15 mins

Did you know May is National Chip Your Pet Month? In this episode, we’re joined by Donie Yamamoto, co-founder and CEO of Vital Pet Life, along with Dr. Amber Da Silva, to break down everything you need to know about microchipping your pets. Whether you're a new pet parent or just curious about the process, this conversation covers all the essentials—and clears up some common myths, too! What microchipping actually is—and what it is...

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Vital Pet Life wrapped up our first tradeshow at the Global Pet Expo 2025 held from March 26–28 in Orlando, Florida. Join Donie Yamamoto, CEO and Founder of Vital Pet Life, and Dr. Amber Da Silva, DVM, team veterinarian, as they share their first-hand experience from the tradeshow and it definitely won't be the last. Also, you may listen to Dr. Amber on The Barking Mad podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/barking-mad...

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April 29, 2025 13 mins

🐾 😌 Get ready for tail wags and good vibes! April is National Therapy Animal Day, and we're celebrating all the cuddly companions who help bring calm to our chaos! Donie shares on how meditation and mindfulness tie into the magic of animal therapy, and Dr. Amber guides us in her take on the science behind why animals are natural healers.

Tune in for a feel-good chat full of puppy love, mindfulness, and the surprising science behin...

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🌏 In Part 2 of our Earth Month episode, join Donie Yamamoto and Dr. Amber Da Silva, featuring our guest, Svanika Balasubramanian, co-founder of rePurpose Global—the world’s leading Plastic Action Platform. Discover how rePurpose Global recovered over 60 million pounds of plastic waste, empowering waste workers across countries and many more. Vital Pet Life is proud to be a partner with rePurpose Global. Our supported project, Laut...

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🌏 In celebration of Earth Day’s 55th anniversary on April 22, we’re spotlighting this year’s theme: OUR POWER, OUR PLANET™. Join us as we welcome Svanika Balasubramanian, Co-Founder and CEO of rePurpose Global, to discuss how we can all take action to fight plastic pollution and build a more sustainable, circular future.

Don’t miss this inspiring Earth Month episode Part 1! 🎧🐾

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Join our team veterinarian, Dr. Amber Da Silva, DVM, for her first segment of breaking down the ingredients. She will deep-dive into the incredible benefits of collagen for your pets from our upcoming new product, Vital Hip & Joint for Dogs and Cats. Dr. Amber will explore how collagen plays a vital role in joint health and mobility, helping to support cartilage, reduce stiffness, and improve movement.

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As pet parents, our top priority is keeping our furry friends safe and healthy, both inside and outside the home. Have you thought of pet-proofing your home? Dr. Amber shares her advice and tips on how to prevent our pets from being poisoned. Join us as we explore all the essential information that every pet parent needs to know, from the most common household poisons for pets, such as the medicines we take that we might have dropp...

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Join our CEO and founder, Donie Yamamoto, in the first installment of her research and development series, R+D With Donie. Joining her is team veterinarian, Dr. Amber Da Silva, and together they'll share the science behind our exciting new Vital Hip & Joint formula for dogs and cats!

Listen in to hear why this game-changing, veterinarian-developed formula will be a new favorite for both pets and their parents because of the pow...

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Vital Pet Life is proud to be the first US-based pet brand to receive ORIVO’s certification, reinforcing our commitment to transparency and product integrity.  Join Donie, Co-Founder and CEO of Vital Pet Life, and Dr. Amber, the official veterinarian, as they unveil why third-party traceability testing is essential for pet owners, the dangers of mislabeling in the pet industry, and how ORIVO is helping brands like Vital Pet Life ea...

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Dr. Amber shares the top cat diseases and best practices on keeping your cat happy, healthy, and pain-free. Also, find out why Salmon Oil is a must-have for your cat’s wellness routine!
Tune in for practical advice and tips on ensuring your cat lives the best life possible—because their health matters, too!

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Did you know dental health plays a crucial role in our pet's overall well-being? As we celebrate National Pet Dental Health Month, Dr. Amber will guide us along as she shares tips, signs of dental disease and information on the differences in dental care for cats and dogs. Also February is Spay/Neuter Awareness Month, so sit back and listen carefully why it's so important for your pet's health and how long do they recover from it. ...
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In this episode of Vital Pet Life Podcast, Dr. Czarina Calderon, a general pediatrician, joins us to share her expert insights on how to create a healthy and positive home environment for your children and pets. She discusses the benefits of pets for children and highlights important precautions and concerns for parents, such as managing asthma in children who live with cats or dogs and what to do if a newborn has asthma in a pet-f...

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Join Chip and Biskit's pet parent, Ashley, as she unfolds the world of pet influencing while handling 2 different cat personalities. With over 110,000 followers on Instagram, they've changed lives through their famous posts of memes, tips, and wholesome content. If you're a cat lover, you definitely don't want to miss this episode! Find out how these two stay entertained as well as what's the most rewarding as a pet parent. Grab yo...

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January 28, 2025 13 mins

As pet parents, it's essential to know the signs that indicate when your furry friend is in discomfort. But how do you tell the difference between stress and pain? Join Dr. Amber and Donie to learn how to identify pain in our beloved pets. Let's help you better understand what your pet is going through and what you can do to support them through tough times.

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