Val Talks Pets

Hi everyone, and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. 

In my last episode, I talked about seniors and older adults having pets and the benefits and challenges that go with that. On this episode, I’m going to discuss senior pets. Now, I have another episode on senior pets: Managing our Ageing Pets, but I’m going to add a few new things here. 

So let’s get into Senior Pets: A Deeper Dive. 

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Hi everyone, and welcome to this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. 

In this episode, I’ll be exploring the topic of "Pet parenthood for seniors"—what it means to care for a pet during the older adult and senior years. 

Let’s dive into the unique experiences, challenges, and joys that come with being a pet parent later in life. 

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Hi everyone, and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. Today’s episode is the next installment of trivia with Cats and Dogs Trivia 102.

So get those thinking caps on and keep score if you like, as we hit the quiz for cats and dogs.

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Hi everyone, and thank you for joining me on this episode of Val Talks Pets. I've got a super exciting episode as Tammy Fox from Pumpkin and Friends Charity is back with an update on recent incredible milestones, and an update on certain challenges that have quite tested Pumpkin Power. 

So let's get to it.

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 Hi everyone, and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. In this episode, I want to discuss three controversial surgeries done on dogs and cats that many consider to be mutilations and cruel: tail docking, ear cropping, and declawing. 

Let's take this deep dive together!

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Hi everyone, and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talks Pets. 

On this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Paul Spindler, owner of Blends for Life, Cat and Dog Supplements, a fully Canadian company and Paul's dream and passion. 

Now, before we begin, I'd just like to apologize for my voice during the intro and outro. I had a cold. At least I didn't sound like this when I interviewed Paul.

Let'...

Hi everyone, and thank you for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. As we 
are very close to the Easter holidays, there is something I want to discuss that I
think is very important; and that is, do not buy rabbits, chicks or ducks as an
Easter gift.

Snuggle up with your fur baby, and I'll explain why.

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Hi everyone, and thanks for joining me for this episode of Val Talks Pets. 

On this episode, I was thinking I would share with you a few of my favorite things. These are a few things that I think have made caring for my fur babies run a bit smoother. 

So here we go. These are a few of my favorite things. 

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Thank you for joining me on this episode of Val Talks Pets. One of the things that pet parents become concerned about as their dog ages is arthritis. We get a fair few questions about how to manage arthritis in dogs. 

So, let's go exploring and talk about canine arthritis!

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Hi everyone, and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. 

Here we are at the end of February and in many climates there is still a fair bit of winter to go. Dog coats and boots are still high on the list of purchases. So, let me give you the options and the honest truth on pet apparel and footwear.

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Hi Everyone and welcome to the Valentine's Day Episode of Val Talks Pets!

In this episode, I have the pleasure of chatting with Tammie Fox, Founder of Pumpkin and Friends Charity, Advocate for disabled pets. and pet mum to the adorable Pumpkin herself.

So cuddle in with your fur baby and let's meet Tammie and Pumpkin.

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Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. 

In this episode, I will explore FIP in cats—a condition also known as Feline Infectious Peritonitis.

So let's get started!

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Hi Everyone and thanks for joining me on Val Talks Pets!

In this episode, we will discuss Canine Herbalism. Clinical Herbalist Rita Hogan, author of The Herbal Dog Book, will join me. As you know, I love alternative and holistic practices for animals, so I am quite excited to chat with Rita.

So snuggle up with your fur baby, and let's get started.

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Hi everyone, thanks for joining me on this first episode of 2025, aptly called Trends for 2025.  

It is hard to believe that another year has gone by.  So, I wanted to look at what we can look forward to for our pets in 2025 and what we may want to put on our list of things to do.  2025!  Here we come!

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Hi everyone, and thanks for joining me on this Val Talk’s Pets episode. 

Here is a question for you.  Should pets be allowed to visit patients in a hospital?  I’ll bet you are all nodding yes!  So, in this episode, I’ll we'll be exploring the idea of pets being allowed to visit patients and staff in hospitals and long-term care facilities.  

So, let’s get at it!
 
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Hi everyone, and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets.  

Guess who is back with me?  Souha Ezzedeen, author of the Way of Life Method.  Souha and I had a two-part conversation about her amazing training method to raise sound and spirited companions.  Today Souha and I will discuss how her method can be applied to rescue and shelter dogs.  

So, let’s get started.

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Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets.
 
In this episode, I’d like to do a bit of an overview regarding cat nutrition.  I find that many pet parents are quite confused about what their cat requires and do not require.

So, let’s see if I can demystify things a bit. 

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Hi everyone, and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets.

How many times have you heard someone say, “Well you know, dogs come from wolves”.  Do they?  Where did the domestic dog we have today come from? 
Well, let’s find out!

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Hi everyone, and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. 

Well just like I discussed in Cats, there are a lot of questions that begin with the word “Should” when it comes to dogs.  That’s always a bit of a weird way to start a question.

Nonetheless, let’s cuddle in with our fur babies and explore the top 5 “Should“questions directed at dogs.

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