#332: Dr Doug Mader talks about "the atypical human-animal bond" and how statistics are showing a new generation of fish and reptile owners who are forming bonds and interactions with their exotic pets. Tracie explains how Scratches, the new APP for atypical pet owners (that is a sponsor of EXOTIC PETS), allows enthusiasts of atypical pets to find each other for romance, friendship or just a feeling of belonging to a larger family.

On Creature Comforts,Kevin Farrellis joined byDr. Troy Majure, veterinarian at theAnimal Medical Center in JacksonandLibby Hartfieldretired director of theMississippi Museum of Natural Science.From irradiated bites giving you super powers to a wise lady named Charlotte spouting wisdom as she churns her web, spiders have been a significant part of pop culture for ages. This Halloween season, Dr. Wesley Shoop joins us as our guest today for Creature Comforts to tell us about the significance of

Welcome to Cat Chat, where curiosity doesn’t just kill the cat—it also brings you the most fascinating feline facts and stories.Let’s start by diving into how cats talk, not just with their voices, but with every whisker, tail flick, and playful pounce. According to the Library of Congress, cats mostly communicate with each other through non-verbal signals like body language, scents, and visual markings. A cat’s tail is basically its mood ring. If your cat walks toward you with an upright tail, it

"It's better to miss than to mistime the drop—because once they learn it's a trap, they won't come back." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund. In this first installment of our Drop Trap Workshop, we're diving deep into the fundamentals of drop trapping—a powerful and underutilized tool in the TNR world. Join Community Cats Podcast Tech Tabby Kristen Petrie and expert guest Bryan Kortis, National Program Director of Neighborhood Cats, as he walks you through the mechanics, mindset, and

Breeders' Cupweek is upon us and its time for the annual Breeders' Cup draft! Thank you tomorningline.iofor sponsoring this annual affair with the winners share heading to charity!

This week’sPractical Horseman Podcast episode, sponsored by Dechra, is with leading high-performance coach and nervous-system expert Natalie Hummel. She coaches top professional athletes in all sports, but her experience as a former upper-level eventer enables her to especially relate to riders.Natalie started riding at 10 and after moving up the ranks she eventually achieved three-star status and started working for Michael Pollard. But after back-to-back tragedies involving the unexpected death of

The global Pet Care industry has experienced notable developments over the past 48 hours, with market momentum remaining strong despite ongoing challenges in supply chains and regulatory complexity. Industry leaders report that pet calming products, valued at 17.45 billion dollars in 2025, are expected to expand rapidly with a compounded annual growth rate of over 6 percent, fueled by increased pet ownership, premiumization, and the trend toward natural wellness solutions for animals. Calming chews

EPISODE 84 welcomes Dr. Zach Whitman - the colubrid hobby's resident veterinarian. Dr. Whitman has a vast knowledge on general reptile care and how things SHOULD be done, along with quarantine protocols, disease prevention, and more. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/meteoricserpents/membership Guest: https://www.instagram.com/conservation_herp/ The Colubrid Corruption Podcast is sponsored by Fulvius Apparel - get a shirt, hat, and more with some of the best reptile designs you can possibly find. Use

Send us a text Welcome to Alternative Dog Moms - a podcast about what's happening in the fresh food community and the pet industry. Kimberly Gauthier is the blogger behind Raw Feeder Life, and Erin Scott hosts the Believe in Dog podcast. CHAPTERS: Carter's pet industry origin story (0:55)Relationships with "conventional" medicine practitioners (3:19)About the participants and design of the Senior Dog Study (8:57)Results of the Senior Dog Study (20:04)Ingredients and dosing of Myc...

Jesse and Verena sat down with Suzanne Clothier of Relationship Center Training to discuss what's behind the label "reactive". "Reactive" has become a catch all term for dogs with big feelings these days, but what does it truly mean when we use it? We look at different kinds of reactivity all the while Suzanne reminds us to remember that each dog is a unique individual. The shoutout goes out to Suzanne's wonderful work. For dog trainers, she has the upcoming course "Reactivity Repair Kit" (check

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This November, Lucky’s Stars is serving up a feast of furry wisdom and holiday hilarity! Join Lucky the Airedale on Pet Life Radio for your monthly pet horoscopes, filled with gravy, gratitude, and just a sprinkle of chaos. From Leo’s dramatic dinner-table entrances to Scorpio’s stealthy turkey tactics, every zodiac sign gets its moment to shine (or beg). Whether your pet’s plotting a leftover heist or curling up for a post-feast nap, Lucky’s warm, witty predictions will have tails wagging and

If you love cats, Kitty Wellness Weekly is your essential podcast for practical, science-backed advice that helps keep your feline friend happy, healthy, and thriving. Hosted by a passionate team of veterinary professionals and lifelong cat enthusiasts, each episode translates the sometimes overwhelming world of feline care into simple, confidence-building routines anyone can follow.From the very first listen, it’s clear that nutrition takes center stage on Kitty Wellness Weekly. The hosts break

We are talking about addictions! How can unwanted behaviors, or even fun behaviors, become a thing of obsession. Leash reactivity, tail chasing, self mutilation, ball chasing, light and shadow chasing, etc. What do you do if your dog struggles with an addiction? Support the show Love the show? Sign up to access to our new exciting Xtra content! This content is unique and is ONLY available to our paid subscribers. Subscriptions are only $4/month! You can also just sign up to make a small donat...

In this episode of Your Natural Dog with Angela Ardolino, we’re joined by guest Teri DiMarino, award-winning professional groomer of over 50 years, and we’re pulling back the curtain on the pet grooming industry. Angela and Teri talk about why so many pet parents struggle to find a groomer they trust, why the grooming industry is almost completely unregulated, what actually happens when you drop your dog off “for just a few hours,” and how to know if your dog is safe behind those salon

You know that feeling when you look at your dog’s lead and think, “I just can’t today”?You’re not failing, you’re fatigued. And this episode of The Mindful Dog Parent explores what’s really happening when you lose motivation to train and how to gently get your spark back again.In this episode, we’ll explore:💭 Why motivation dips aren’t laziness but a nervous-system signal that you need rest🧠 What’s really going on in your body when dog-training burnout hits🌿 Three micro-shifts that help you

send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! In this Poultry Nerds Podcast episode, we dive deep into auto-sexing vs sex-linked breeding in quail and chickens. Learn the genetic differences, why auto-sexing doesn’t apply to quail, how sex-linking can boost hatchery efficiency, and why Egyptian × Pharaoh crosses make one of the best-selling sex-linked quail lines. We also have a real conversation about humane CO₂ culling for surplus males, responsible flock managemen...

Retrievers always shine during the golden hour of life, and few dogs embody that sunset warmth quite like the Golden Retriever. Their history reads like a blend of adventure and heart, beginning in Scotland in the mid-1800s when Lord Tweedmouth developed the breed for retrieving game during hunting excursions. According to Snowy Pines White Labs, the foundation of the breed traces to crossing a yellow Flat-Coated Retriever named Nous with a Tweed Water Spaniel, eventually blending in the sharp noses

The Rescue Dog Revolution is a powerful global movement dedicated to giving abandoned and mistreated dogs a second chance at life. This inspiring initiative traces its roots back to Britain’s Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, founded in 1824, which laid the groundwork for modern animal welfare efforts. The movement gained momentum in the United States with the establishment of organizations like the American Humane Association in 1877.At the heart of the Rescue Dog Revolution are

Cat psychology is a fascinating field that continues to unravel the complexities of our feline friends. Recent studies have shown that cats can form secure attachments to their owners, much like infants with their caregivers. This deep bond is rooted in their ability to recognize human emotions, read tones, and exhibit behaviors linked to empathy and social awareness. As a result, the emotional well-being of cats is now a central focus in veterinary care, with;;cultural attitudes shifting to