Petropolist
Hello pet people - Welcome to The Petropolist Podcast. This podcast is about the pet industry and the people that support it. My goal is to capture the essence of this incredible enterprise from every angle. I will dig deeply into every 'trend' and ‘claim'. There is no agenda... other than to educate; I am here to ask questions that will give you the information and the confidence to make the best decisions for your pet business, and your pets. - listen and learn and never be confused again
Episodes
The pet food industry is awash with marketing gimmicks, vague claims and inadequate quality control that make it difficult for consumers and retailers to know who to trust. Too often, manufacturers lean on slick branding to obscure shortcomings, using terms like “natural” and “baked” to create a veneer of quality that doesn’t always hold up under scrutiny. The result? Pets are left vulnerable, and consumers are left misled by produ...
Mark and Dani Longo clearly, have a deep love for animals, their kindness and generosity shine through. Unfortunately, they were caring for two wild animals without the necessary qualifications as licensed wildlife rehabilitators. Their social media posts attracted a lot of attention, and it seems that someone, or perhaps a few unhappy followers, reported them to the NY Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). From there, th...
My conversation with Daniel Schulof brings to light the deep-rooted complexities of the pet food industry, highlighting the powerful grip some manufacturers have on this lucrative market. Schulof, founder of Keto Natural Pet Foods and author of Dogs, Dog Food, and Dogma, discusses the alarming rise in pet obesity, the flaws in traditional dog food, and how a few major pet food companies shape the world of veterinary nutrition. He e...
"I think we don't have enough veterinary professionals. I don't really care what the AVMA is saying that there is not a shortage.
I have, three practices right now that we're trying to staff. We have approximately 17, 18 veterinarians. We could use 25... ...people are leaving the industry and there are a lot of reasons for that... we are losing veterinary professionals. And I think one of the reasons we are losing...
Should Pet Retailers shoulder some responsibility for ensuring product safety and quality with the brands they stock and recommend?
Food safety is critical. Those pet retailers who claim to be in the know and those who give direction and guidance to the pet owners are in fact the gate keepers of that critical space. Do these retailers take their roles seriously enough to look back at the history of a brand, it's owners, it'...
Tazz: What would you change within this industry that pertains only to indies?
Sam: I'm going to go back to saying that independent pet has to come together to move the needle to support independent pet...
The power is getting together and having a voice.
Dr. David P. Turner, a dedicated researcher at the Massey Cancer Center, is passionate about dogs and their well-being.
Specializing in Cancer Prevention and Control research, Dr. Turner focuses on the adverse connections between advanced glycation end products (A.G.E.s) and human health.
A.G.E.s, harmful oxidative compounds prevalent in processed and high-temperature-cooked foods, play a significant role in chronic diseases. In ...
1.15.2024 ....The Purina Affair
Phyllis Entis: I've been a food safety advocate for more years than I care to remember. I have been involved in food safety for half a century. Ever since I got out of school, I've been, one way or another, involved in food safety. Either on the corporate side, or the industry side, or as an advocate and it never seems to get any better. Which is sad.
Tazz Latifi: Has it gotten worse?
Phyl...
You take your pet to doggy daycare or the groomer, or you've hired a dog walker or a pet sitter...are the staff at these facilities equipped to handle any of these potential emergencies? Are you?
Bites and Scratches: Dogs may engage in play that involves nipping, biting, or scratching, leading to minor injuries. While most of these are part of normal play behavior, they can sometimes escalate.
Sprains and Strains, Falls: Runni...
"I knew that I wanted to do something in the pet industry but I also wanted to be a testimony to what a black woman with no college degree could achieve. I want to not only help pet owners give their pets a better life I want to inspire and give back to all the other people like me. People who look like me and people trapped in jobs and careers that they don’t love or enjoy.
Once the decision was made in my mind that I wou...
Elizabeth A. Schuette, President and CEO of The ARK at JFK oversees all day-to-day operations of JFK International Airport’s animal health, reception, and quarantine center.
The ARK provides safe and humane animal reception, accommodation, handling, and transport services to airlines and their ground handling agents as well as shippers, forwarders, and individuals. Elizabeth works closely with senior TSA, CBP, USDA, and CDC office...
Here are 2 quick and tame excerpts from this eye-opening conversation with JP Goodwin, Senior Director of HSUS Stop Puppy Mill Campaign, and Liz Menegon, Founder of Hands2Paws.
John: ... one year ago, there was a major push by some people in the pet industry to say that there was a dog shortage. Do you remember that?"
Tazz: Ohhh I saw those articles. I was livid.
John: They wanted to drive people towards more of the commerci...
What is the reason behind pet food manufacturers being able to evade accountability in many instances where their products have caused harm and even fatalities? Is there adequate oversight provided by regulatory bodies designed to monitor the food system or are they facing limitations that hinder them from effectively carrying out their responsibilities?
If you are in the pet industry or a pet owner, you owe it to yourself, your p...
Joanna Bronowicka, owner of Well Bred, The Healthy Pet Marketplace, is a passionate and knowledgeable pet retailer with six locations in New Jersey.
Originally from Poland, Joanna came to the United States to pursue an MBA at the University of Michigan. During her studies, Joanna developed a proposal for a pet boutique that focused on premium products and pet adoptions. After completing her degree at UOM, she worked in the co...
Due to a lack of regulations, many pet grooming products are not as safe as they claim to be. Pet skin is also as thin as baby skin (approx 5 x thinner) depending on breed. Therefore much care needs to be taken when buying pet skincare products.
In this episode of The Petropolist podcast, Dr. Poonum Wilkhu discusses the difference between pet grooming products and why the consumer needs to tread cautiously when choosing pet shampo...
Adrian Archie is the founder of yet another pet franchise company but what is it that makes his vision and brand stand apart from the many others in the crowded pet franchise space?
SOUL and foresight...listen, feel, and free your mind to learn.
The pet industry has a significant and detrimental impact on the environment. Over the past decade, plastic has been the most commonly used material for pet products ranging from food packaging to pet toys.
Plastic pollution has a range of environmental effects. Plastics release hazardous chemicals into the air, water, and soil. These chemicals can bioaccumulate in the ocean, posing threat to marine life - it is in the news every...
Adam Jacobson truly represents the pet industry's best of the best - Adam is the Executive VP of Pet Pantry, a family-owned, multi-award winning regional pet supply chain with store locations servicing Westchester County, NY, and Fairfield County, CT. He is truly involved...he is responsible for all of the day-to-day operations of the business. Including the site selection, purchasing, and ground-up construction of owner-occu...
About 2 or 3 years ago I read a post that Roger DeGregori had written on LinkedIn questioning the plight of the abandoned big box stores on every corner while wondering what could be created within those structures... He had some ideas and fast forward to today Roger and his team have envisioned, repurposed, and constructed a vibrant community of independent pet businesses called Pet Yards.
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