Best Bets for Pets - The latest pet product trends - Pets & Animals - Pet Life Radio Original

Best Bets for Pets - The latest pet product trends - Pets & Animals - Pet Life Radio Original

We pamper them. We bring them wherever we go. We surprise them with something new on special occasions. They even get holiday presents. They are our pets! From high-end items to high-tech items, products for our companion animals now extend beyond traditional necessities. On Best Bets for Pets we'll check out cool new pet products such as dog beds, dog gifts, cat gifts, dog toys and more! Welcome to "Best Bets for Pets" where we spotlight the latest pet product trends! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/best-bets-for-pets-the-latest-pet-product-trends-pets-animals-pet-life-radio-original--6667904/support.

Episodes

October 17, 2025 26 mins
This week on Best Bets for Pets, Michelle Fern sinks her teeth into feline oral care with Pet Honesty’s new Fresh Dental Bites for Cats.. Building on the hit Dog Dental Powder, these dual-texture chews (loved by 9 out of 10 cats) offer an easy, vet-approved way to fight plaque, tartar, and bad breath—no toothbrush required. Michelle chats with Dr. Greg Reinhart, Ph.D., about the science behind the formulation, including postbiotics...
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This week on Best Bets for Pets, Michelle Fern sits down with Ayaz Ahmadov, CEO & founder of Dosty—the all-in-one app helping pet parents navigate both everyday care and true emergencies. Built on proprietary AI that weighs 40+ data points (breed, diet, health history, and more), Dosty delivers tailored insights for each pet’s unique profile—plus a global toolkit of symptom checkers, daily routine planners, health trackers, and...
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This week on Best Bets for Pets, Michelle Fern chats with Elliott Schackne, integrative nutritionist and founder of Jaffee’s Bone Broth. Inspired by his work rehabilitating sick foster dogs, Elliott created a brand-new line of homemade bone broths — each batch crafted in his own kitchen with the help of his family. Using only the highest quality ingredients sourced from independent farms that raise 100% grass-fed, free-range, and w...
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This week on Best Bets for Pets, Michelle Fern sits down with Nick Mikhail, founder of Penthouse Paws, to talk about the future of smart pet care! From automated feeders and wireless water fountains to innovative grooming wipes and the upcoming Litter IQ with built-in UV light and 4K camera, Nick shares how Penthouse Paws is making life easier (and cleaner!) for pets and their parents. Discover how his four cats—including three hig...
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This week on Best Bets for Pets, host Michelle Fern sits down with Good Owners CEO Darin O. Saw-Bellisario, Ph.D. to explore a groundbreaking new innovation in the pet world: dogGPT. Fresh off winning the 2025 Orange Dot Award for Smart Pet Living Innovation, Good Owners is revolutionizing dog ownership with the world’s first AI-powered platform built to answer every dog parent’s questions about health, behavior, and lifestyle. Dar...
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On this episode of Best Bets for Pets, Michelle Fern sinks her teeth into an exciting conversation with Joe Roetheli, the founder of PetsBestLife.com and creator of the revolutionary dog dental treat, Yummy Combs. These honeycomb-shaped chews aren’t your average dental snacks — they’re a complete oral health and nutrition solution! Designed with deep pockets to clean dogs’ teeth to the gum line, Yummy Combs help remove plaque and t...
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This week on Best Bets for Pets, Michelle Fern sits down with the one and only Brooke Shields! The iconic actress, model, and lifelong animal advocate shares her deeply personal journey into pet wellness and her new partnership with Prospect Pet—a brand dedicated to clean, transparent, and conscious pet care. After her beloved dog Pepper fell ill, Brooke was inspired to take action, asking why it was so hard to find high-quality, h...
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This week on Best Bets for Pets, Michelle Fern chats with David Mann, founder of Haikubox — the innovative backyard bird listening device that’s revolutionizing birdwatching and conservation. From his childhood birding adventures in Cornell’s Sapsucker Woods to earning a PhD in bioacoustics from MIT and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, David’s lifelong passion for birds has taken flight with Haikubox. Developed with longtime c...
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This week on Best Bets for Pets, host Michelle Fern welcomes Scott Grillo, National Sales Manager for FurZapper – the wildly popular, reusable pet hair remover that's winning over pet parents worldwide. With over 55,000 glowing reviews on Amazon, FurZapper is making waves for its simple yet effective solution to a hairy problem—removing pet hair from clothes, bedding, and laundry without hassle. Tune in as Scott shares why this lit...
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This week on Best Bets for Pets, host Michelle Fern welcomes a very special guest—her producer and fellow pet expert, Mark Winter! In this sizzling Summer 2025 episode, Michelle and Mark share essential tips for keeping your dogs and cats safe, healthy, and happy during the hot months ahead. From heatwave hazards to hydration musts, they cover everything pet parents need to know to beat the heat and enjoy a safe, sun-filled season ...
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This week on Best Bets for Pets, Michelle Fern chats with Lindsey Campbell, co-founder of TEEF for Life, about their latest innovation in pet dental health: TEEF’s brand-new Lickable Treat Powder! Available in mouthwatering freeze-dried wild-caught salmon or beef liver, this guilt-free protein powder turns any meal, treat, or lick pad into a powerful tool for better oral hygiene. While pets think it’s just a delicious snack, pet pa...
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This week on Best Bets for Pets, Michelle Fern chats with Debra Mastic, devoted dog mom and inventor of the Fluff Trough—an innovative, ergonomic elevated pet feeder designed to make mealtime healthier and more comfortable for pets of all shapes and sizes. Debra shares the heartfelt story behind FluffTrough.com, born from her mission to help her own pug eat safely, and how her research revealed that how you feed your pet matters ju...
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This week on Best Bets for Pets, Michelle Fern welcomes Kevin Bauer, founder of Furvor Pet, a brand devoted to elevating pet wellness through premium, natural bone broth products. Inspired by a family passionate about the health and vitality of active dogs, Furvor’s bone broth topper is crafted to support mobility, skin and coat health, gut health, hydration, and energy — delivering optimal nutrition even when solid foods aren’t id...
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This week on Best Bets for Pets, host Michelle Fern chats with Dr. Evan Zhao, Co-Founder of Pacagen, the revolutionary biotech brand helping cat lovers breathe easier—literally! After his wife’s severe cat allergies nearly derailed their adoption of British Shorthair Miaomiao, Dr. Zhao used science to solve the problem, creating Pacagen’s Cat Allergen Neutralizing Spray. Now, their new Cat Food Topper delivers 98% effectiveness in ...
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This week on Best Bets for Pets, host Michelle Fern welcomes Nick Hayhoe, Co-founder of Heel, to introduce an exciting innovation in pet technology—the world’s first virtual dog leash! In this episode, you’ll discover: • What exactly is a virtual leash, and how does it work? • How Heel is revolutionizing dog walking safety & control • The technology behind this game-changing pet innovation • Who this product is best suited for ...
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This week on Best Bets for Pets, Michelle Fern chats with Rob Downey, President of Annamaet Petfoods, a family-owned company dedicated to providing top-quality nutrition for dogs and cats for over 35 years. Annamaet’s formulas are backed by decades of research in pet nutrition and are crafted with premium, sustainable ingredients to support pet health while protecting the environment. With a commitment to quality, Annamaet ensures ...
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This week on Best Bets for Pets, Michelle Fern chats with Ryan Fong, creator of Super Feedy, the innovative 4-in-1 slow feeder revolutionizing mealtime for dogs! Frustrated by the lack of effective slow feeders that also offered mental stimulation, durability, and versatility, Ryan designed Super Feedy to combine a slow feeder, reversible lick mat, food prep bowl, and travel dog bowl—all in one. With an anti-skid suction base, vet-...
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On this episode of Best Bets for Pets, Michelle Fern chats with Matt Terrill, Co-founder & CEO of ChefPaw, the world’s first pet food maker of its kind! With fresh dog food subscriptions costing a fortune, ChefPaw offers an innovative solution—allowing pet parents to cook nutritious, homemade meals for their dogs in just 40 minutes, saving time and money. Featuring a built-in scale, self-cleaning mode, and a smart app with 35+ ...
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On this episode of Best Bets for Pets, Michelle Fern welcomes Kirsten Brand, creator of PAWNIX, the innovative noise-canceling headphones designed specifically for dogs—featured on Shark Tank! Inspired by top human noise-canceling technology, PAWNIX helps reduce anxiety caused by fireworks, thunderstorms, and other loud noises by lowering sound levels up to 30 decibels. Kirsten shares how her muse, Emma, and other dogs have benefit...
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This week on Best Bets for Pets, host Michelle Fern welcomes Mike Leon, President and inventor of the innovative Bike Tow Leash. Discover how this American Pet Association-approved biking attachment transforms the way you ride with your dog, keeping both of you safe and happy. Engineered with a durable, pre-assembled design, the Bike Tow Leash prevents tipping, tangling, and steering issues while encouraging proper leash behavior. ...
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