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Petworking

Peter Kenseth

A podcast focused on Pet Care and Animal Health

kids & family pets & animals

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00:13:43

Petworking at WVC 2025: Freshpet - Educating...

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2025/04/02

In this interview from WVC 2025, Peter Kenseth speaks with Bud Hanson from Freshpet about their approach to veterinary education. As the pioneer in refrigerated fresh pet food, Freshpet focuses on helping veterinarians understand that their products are fully cooked, not raw, addressing safety concerns around Avian flu and other pathogens.Bud explains that Freshpet is now fed in approximately 13 million households, meaning roughly 1 in 5 canine patients that veterinarians see are already eating

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00:05:13

Petworking at Global Pet Expo 2025: Fera Pets Inc.

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2025/04/01

🐱 YEAR OF THE CAT? Fera Pets' New Feline Supplements | Global Pet Expo 2025Join Petworking's Peter Kenseth as he catches up with Dr. Michelle Dulake, veterinarian and founder of Fera Pet Organics, at Global Pet Expo 2025. Dr. Dulake reveals Fera's exciting new microbiome-focused cat supplements launching soon, including a mountain lion-derived probiotic blend for feline wellness, targeted kidney support, and an immune formula with lysine.Also featured: Fera's innovative dental

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00:04:13

Petworking at Global Pet Expo 2025: Portland Pet Food...

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2025/03/27

In this interview from Global Pet Expo 2025, Peter Kenseth sits down with Peter Christiani, EVP at Portland Pet Food Company, to discuss innovations in shelf-stable fresh pet food.As pioneers in this growing category, Portland Pet Food shares insights on how retailers are now creating dedicated shelf space for premium pouch products. Christiani demonstrates their human-grade meals that can be microwaved to enhance aroma - perfect for picky eaters and senior dogs.The company unveils two new products:

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01:21:18

What to Expect at Global Pet Expo 2025

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2025/03/25

In this special Global Pet Expo 2025 preview episode of Petworking, host Peter Kenseth interviews leading pet industry executives including Greg Kean (Wellness), Patrick McGee (Get Joy), Courtney Louch (Primal), and Dr. Greg Aldrich (Nulo). These experts share their predictions for emerging trends that will dominate the show floor, including "Humanization 2.0" in fresh and minimally processed foods, the rising importance of cat-specific innovation, multi-component products that combine

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00:47:54

The Kitty Keurig: BistroCat’s Impact on Feline...

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2025/03/24

In this episode of Petworking, host Peter Kenseth sits down with Cecilia, founder and CEO of BistroCat, to explore how this innovative "Kitty Keurig" is revolutionizing cat care. Launching in November 2025, BistroCat isn't just an automated wet food feeder - it's a comprehensive health monitoring platform that could change how we understand feline health.Discover how BistroCat tracks eating behaviors to detect health issues before they become severe, why the company delayed their

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00:03:25

Petworking at WVC 2025: Loyal for Dogs

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2025/03/19

🐕 BREAKING: First-Ever Dog Aging Drug Gets FDA Approval! 🐕In this episode of Petworking, Peter Kenseth interviews Dr. Brennen McKenzie from Loyal For Dogs at WVC 2025 about their groundbreaking news - FDA approval for "reasonable expectation of efficacy" for the world's first aging drug for dogs!Dr. McKenzie explains how Loyal's drug targets metabolic decline in older dogs (10+ years and over 14 pounds) and could hit the market by late 2025 or early 2026. This could be the

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00:10:26

Petworking at WVC 2025: CASCO Pet WELLKennels

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2025/03/19

In this exclusive Petworking interview from WVC 2025, I had a chance to chat with Kevin DeWalt, President of @CASCO Pet, to explore one of the most exciting innovations transforming veterinary care!One of the biggest themes I noticed at this year's conference was the complete reimagining of traditional veterinary spaces - moving away from clinical, institutional environments toward designs that prioritize comfort and aesthetics for both pets and their parents.CASCO's WELLKennels perfectly

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00:05:25

Petworking at WVC 2025: Kong's Clinic Kits

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2025/03/19

If you're a pet parent, you've doubtlessly had at least one stressful experience bringing your pet to the vet. However, we can all agree that regular vet visits are critical to maintaining your pet's health. So, what's the solution?One of the biggest themes I observed at WVC2025 was the reimagining of veterinary clinics and care models to create spaces that more comfortable for both pets and their parents. This transformation extends beyond architecture and interior design. Did you know KONG is now

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00:08:42

Petworking at WVC 2025: Chewy Health's Veterinary...

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2025/03/19

Continuing Petworking's examination of the reimagining of traditional veterinary clinics to create spaces that are not just functional, but comfortable for both pets and their parents, I'm excited to share my interview with Dr. Heather Zaretsky from #WVC2025.Chewy is rapidly emerging as a major player in veterinary care, having already opened 8 clinics (most recently in Austin and Alpharetta), and has plans for continued expansion. During our talk Dr. Heather and I explored Chewy's

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00:46:45

Update on Rescue Spot: Building the eBay of Pet...

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2025/02/25

Rescue Spot founder Nicole Patrick returns to Petworking to share exciting updates about her pet adoption platform. In this in-depth conversation, Nicole reveals how Rescue Spot is transforming the animal welfare landscape by: Launching a major platform upgrade that will integrate data from thousands of shelters Creating the first dedicated fostering website in the industry Implementing AI to provide personalized pet care recommendations Maintaining a free service for shelters while monetizing

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00:44:26

The Purr-fect Platform: Inside Meowtel's Cat-First...

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2025/02/13

In this episode of Petworking, host Peter Kenseth sits down with Sonya Petcavich, founder and CEO of Meowtel, the leading cat-specific pet sitting marketplace. After experiencing firsthand the challenges of finding quality cat care while traveling for her corporate job, Sonya launched Meowtel in 2015. Learn how Meowtel's rigorous 6-step vetting process that accepts only 4% of sitter applicants has helped to build a thriving marketplace with over 2,200 vetted sitters and 95,000+ completed

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00:53:20

Early Detection, Better Protection: PRONOVA and...

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2025/01/23

In this episode of Petworking, host Peter Kenseth sits down with Jaime Paris, founder and CEO of proNova, to discuss their groundbreaking at-home pet diagnostic device launching in 2025. Using just a saliva sample, PRONOVA's technology monitors six key health biomarkers in dogs, including inflammation, diabetes, stress, and organ function. Paris shares how the technology helped detect a serious health issue in his own dog before symptoms appeared, and discusses how PRONOVA could make regular

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00:50:52

Modernizing Veterinary Care: How Modern Animal is...

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2025/01/15

In this episode of Petworking, host Peter Kenseth sits down with Christie Long, Chief Medical Officer of Modern Animal, for an in-depth look at how technology and innovative design are transforming veterinary care. A former software engineer turned veterinarian, Christie shares how Modern Animal is tackling industry-wide challenges through their membership model, proprietary practice management system, and focus on work-life balance for veterinary professionals.From their unique app-based

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00:53:29

Gut Health to Longevity: Get Joy's Take on Fresh and...

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2024/12/23

In this episode of Petworking, host Peter Kenseth talks with Patrick McGee, Director of Sales at Get Joy, about innovations in freeze-dried pet food. Founded by former Facebook executive Tom Erics, Get Joy brings tech industry thinking to pet nutrition through unique formulations featuring pre-, pro-, and postbiotics for gut health and longevity.Key discussion points: Company's tech-driven approach, including feeding calculators Importance of post-COVID retail education Future growth potential

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00:47:35

From Restaurants to Canines: Caroline Artiss, The...

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2024/11/27

This episode of Petworking features Caroline Artiss, founder of Holistic Dog Chef, who made a career pivot to pet nutrition after an award-winning, 25-year career in the culinary industry. In this conversation, Artiss discussed her journey from award-winning restaurant chef (The Gorgeous Kitchen was voted #1 Airport Restaurant in the World) and TV personality (BBC's America's Chef Race, "Simply Caroline") to personal dog chef. After COVID-19 impacted her culinary businesses, including The Great

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00:39:51

Digital Marketing Strategies for Pet Brands: From D2C...

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2024/11/21

Digital marketing expert Mark Bevington joins host Peter Kenseth to discuss strategies for pet brands to thrive online. From website optimization to direct-to-consumer sales, they explore how both emerging and established pet companies can build stronger digital presences. The conversation covers successful approaches to SEO, social media engagement, and the growing trend of personalized pet products. Mark shares insights from his agency Ninedot's work with pet industry clients and discusses the

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01:03:06

Sustainability in Pet Food: A Systems Approach to...

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2024/11/08

Did you know that US pets would be the world's 5th largest meat-consuming country if counted separately? In this episode, Darren Vanstone, Managing Director of Ocatra, breaks down the complex world of sustainability in pet food.We explore: Why 65% of consumers don't trust pet food sustainability claims How companies like Earth Animal are leading positive change The shift toward outcome-based sustainability certification Why proactive industry leadership beats reactive regulation Real

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00:44:09

Don't Train Your Dog: A New Approach to Dog Parenting

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2024/10/24

In this episode of Petworking, host Peter Kenseth speaks with Angie Winters, author of "Don't Train Your Dog," about her revolutionary approach to dog behavior. With 28 years of experience rehabilitating "unfixable" dogs, Winters introduces her philosophy of "dog parenting" - moving beyond traditional training to create lasting behavioral changes through authoritative parenting techniques. Learn how this approach could transform pet adoption success rates and why treats alone aren't enough. Whether

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00:40:55

Connecting the Ecosystem: Looking Ahead to Pet...

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2024/10/16

Peter Kenseth talks with Poppy Howard-Wall about Pet Connect USA 2024, a unique networking event for pet industry leaders. Learn about the conference's focus on innovation, partnerships, and addressing industry challenges. Discover why this intimate gathering of 500 C-suite executives is a must-attend for anyone in the pet care space.

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00:59:29

Beyond the Price Tag: How Pet Insurance Reshapes...

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2024/10/09

In this eye-opening episode of Petworking, host Peter Kenseth sits down with Dr. Jennifer Sperry, a licensed veterinarian and medical director at Independence Pet Group, to explore the often-overlooked impact of pet insurance on veterinary burnout. Dr. Sperry shares powerful insights from her experience in both general practice and emergency clinics, revealing how increased pet insurance adoption can dramatically improve the working lives of veterinarians. The conversation delves into how pet

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