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.
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What do a neurologically impaired squirrel, a disabled sheep who herded cats, six cats with feline leukemia, and a beloved former police horse have in common? They’re all part of the extraordinary life of Michelle Lerner, author of A Series of Opinionated Animals: A Memoir. On this episode of Best Bets for Pets, Michelle Fern talks with the Harvard-educated lawyer, author and lifelong animal advocate about the rescued animals...
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August 27, 2026 • 26 mins
This week on Best Bets for Pets, Michelle Fern explores the buzz around turmeric and what this ancient spice may offer our four-legged family members with Mary Beth Powers, creator of Teddy’s Turmeric Tamer. Mary Beth shares the remarkable story of Teddy, her beloved Newfie mix who was diagnosed with aggressive sarcoma and given only two to four weeks to live—and how her determination to find a natural way to support hi...
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August 12, 2026 • 33 mins
Who takes care of your pets when you take off on vacation? This week on Best Bets for Pets, Michelle Fern welcomes Emily Grossman, Chief Marketing Officer of TrustedHousesitters, to explore an alternative to traditional boarding and pet sitting that lets pets stay right where they’re happiest—at home. Emily explains how TrustedHousesitters connects pet parents with verified, animal-loving sitters, how the membership-bas...
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This week on Best Bets for Pets, Michelle Fern welcomes veterinarian Dr. RuthAnn Lobos from Purina to discuss one of the most common health issues affecting dogs—skin and allergy problems. From itchy skin, hot spots, flea allergies, and environmental triggers to the importance of nutrition, supplements, and preventative care, Dr. RuthAnn shares expert advice to help your dog stay comfortable all summer long. Learn how Purina ...
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April 9, 2026 • 24 mins
This week on Best Bets for Pets, host Michelle Fern welcomes Chris McFadden, founder of FOXVINO—a unique athleisure brand inspired by love, loss, and the powerful bond we share with our pets. After losing his beloved dogs Foxy and Vino, Chris turned grief into purpose, creating a clothing line that blends comfort, self-expression, and mental wellness. In this heartfelt episode, he shares how pets shape our emotional lives, ho...
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March 30, 2026 • 31 mins
On this episode of Best Bets for Pets, host Michelle Fern welcomes author Jamie Okh to share the touching true story behind The Fun and Furry Tales of Rex: Adoption Day. Inspired by a real-life moment when three puppies arrived at her doorstep, Jamie recounts how one special pup—Rex—captured her heart and became a beloved family member. Told from a puppy’s perspective and brought to life through beautiful photogra...
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Start the year off right with a fresh, polished look for your pets! On this episode of Best Bets for Pets, host Michelle Fern welcomes Maria Fernandez, Senior Director of Brand and Product Development at Tweezerman, to talk about their innovative line of pet grooming tools. From nail clippers and slicker brushes to tick removal tools, Maria shares why quality matters when grooming your furry companions—and how the right tools...
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March 6, 2026 • 28 mins
On this episode of Best Bets for Pets, Michelle Fern welcomes Dr. Heather Berst, Medical Lead at Zoetis, to talk about the Zoetis Breed Explorer—a fun, vet-approved tool designed to help pet parents find the dog or cat breed that truly fits their lifestyle. With more than 400 breeds featured, the Breed Explorer offers insights into energy level, family friendliness, grooming needs, health considerations, and more. Michelle an...
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February 19, 2026 • 28 mins
On this episode of Best Bets for Pets, host Michelle Fern tackles an important topic for anyone who travels with their pet — especially the more than 800,000 U.S. truck drivers who bring their dogs (and sometimes cats) along for the ride. Volvo Trucks North America has partnered with the Center for Pet Safety to conduct the first-of-its-kind evaluation of pet safety in a Class 8 long-haul truck — and the results may sur...
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February 2, 2026 • 32 mins
On this episode of Best Bets for Pets, host Michelle Fern talks with David Teaster, Product Marketing Director for SATELLAI, about a breakthrough in pet technology that could change how we understand our dogs. SATELLAI is introducing PetSense™ AI—the world’s first multimodal AI model designed specifically for pets. Built into SATELLAI’s GPS collars, PetSense analyzes real-time data like posture, breathing, sleep p...
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With the New Year here and wellness top of mind, Best Bets for Pets host Michelle Fern explores how small nutrition changes can make a big difference in your pet’s health. This episode spotlights Vital Essentials, a raw dog and cat food and treat brand that makes feeding real, nutrient-rich food simple and approachable. Joined by Ashlyn Lane, Consumer Experience Manager at Carnivore Meat Company and an animal nutrition expert...
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January 5, 2026 • 30 mins
On this episode of Best Bets for Pets, Michelle Fern welcomes AskMambo co-founders Anthony Cospito and Arlu Gomez to share the personal story behind a fast-growing AI platform designed specifically for dog parents. Anthony, a longtime tech executive, was inspired to create AskMambo after his own dog, Mambo, became ill and he discovered just how difficult it was to find trustworthy, dog-specific answers online. Generic searches&mdas...
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December 24, 2025 • 32 mins
On this episode of Best Bets for Pets, Michelle Fern dives into a topic every pet parent must understand: the real cost of caring for our furry family members. From rising veterinary expenses to often-overlooked “startup costs,” Senior Vice President and General Manager of Pet at CareCredit, Jonathan Wainberg, returns to unpack why pet care costs continue to climb — and what smart, practical steps pet parents can ...
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December 12, 2025 • 25 mins
Get ready for tail wags, belly laughs, and a whole lot of canine chaos! In this episode, we dive into A Dog Lover’s Activity Book: Pawsome Puzzles, Games & Fun for Canine Fans — the hilarious and heartfelt new activity book by writer and longtime rescue-dog advocate Debra Simon. Packed with coloring pages, quizzes, mazes, word games, and scenes every dog owner will recognize (yes, including muddy pawprints and suspi...
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November 24, 2025 • 36 mins
It’s the most wonderful time of the year on Best Bets for Pets! Host Michelle Fern welcomes Pet Life Radio’s Executive Producer, Mark Winter, for their annual Holiday Pet Gift Guide Show — packed with pawsome products for furry family members. From interactive toys and snack trays to stress-free grooming tools, superfood treats, recovery essentials, air-purifying tech, goat’s milk shampoo bars, and even big-...
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In this awesome episode of Best Bets for Pets, host Michelle Fern sits down with Emmy-nominated TV host, entrepreneur, and animal advocate Rocky Kanaka, whose viral rescue stories have touched millions worldwide. Rocky shares the inspiration behind his powerful new book, Sitting with Dogs: Stories of Rescue Dogs Going from Lost to Loved — a collection of nine unforgettable tales of hope, healing, and second chances. From the ...
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October 31, 2025 • 22 mins
This week on Best Bets for Pets, host Michelle Fern chats with Cynthia Murray, founder of 4Legz All-Natural Dog Treats — the company that truly puts the “natural” in all-natural! What began with one dog’s special needs has grown into a mission-driven brand that makes 100% non-GMO, human-grade dog treats using only ingredients you can pronounce. Inspired by Cynthia’s hearing service dog, Odie, 4Legz w...
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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...
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October 7, 2025 • 30 mins
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, he...
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September 22, 2025 • 27 mins
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-...
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