Covered In Pet Hair – A fun late-night boozy pet podcast

Nitto is a global Japanese company that has been making innovative industrial materials for over 100 years. They are the makers of the best-selling lint roller in Japan. In this episode, Isabel chats with Virginia Mott, Nitto's Senior Marketing Manager who often dabbles in product design. Virginia was determined to bring a Japanese household staple, multi-use and premium lint rollers, to the US, especially to those that are constantly 'covered in pet hair.' She and her team did just that: they gave the lint roller a glow-up. Virginia and Isabel get to know each other as they discuss Nitto's newest product, ZeLo. Together, they learn about the different types of pet hair and the differences between "hair" and fur" in a game Isabel calls "Pet Hair Facts." Virginia shows off the many features that make ZeLo unique and Isabel gives her enthusiastic review.

EPISODE NOTES: Lint Roller Glow-up

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Join Isabel for an informative and insightful conversation with pet cannabis expert and holistic pet mentor, Angela Ardolino, as they break down cannabis and medicinal mushroom use in pets. No stranger to CBD and all the controversy that surrounds it, Isabel comes prepared with questions to clear up the vocabulary that surrounds 'CBD terminology.' She also asks questions about the uses, Certificates of Analysis, and important nuances where sourcing cannabis is concerned.

As a bonus, Angela educates us about medicinal mushrooms by explaining adaptogens, the power of synergistic natural remedies, and more. Don't miss this episode if you're into natural healing for cats, dogs, or humans because the lessons and stories apply to all mammals. Because not all CBD products are created equal, watch to the end to learn where and how you can purchase vetted and verified CBD products for you and your pets.

EPISODE NOTES: Cannabis & Mushrooms, Oh My!

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Join Isabel and Amanda Friemann, Marketing Coordinator for BigBarker Dog Beds, for a chat about dog sleep and the importance of supporting our dogs in their sleep and as they age. Dogs need sleep just as much as humans. They can suffer from poor sleep hygiene and suffer many consequences as a result. They also need supportive beds to help them in their aging process. Isabel and Amanda discuss all these things while also learning dog sleep trivia including whether or not dogs suffer from narcolepsy. Grab your favorite drink or a cup of coffee to ward off your zzzzzzs and enjoy the show!

EPISODE NOTES: Dog Zzzzzzs & Beds

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Join Isabel and her guest, Pam Webster, the Crocheting Cat Behaviorist, in a discussion about cats and stress. Pam tells us about the many cats she works with as a cat behaviorist and how stress affects them. With a background as a vet tech, Pam has worked with families to address many different cat behaviors. She also helps cats and their people harness-train in preparation for family adventures. Working with individual clients and preparing rescues for their forever homes, Pam understands the needs of cats.

Because Pam makes custom cat blankets, we talk about cats AND crocheting - Pam's two passions. She shares with us how she got into crocheting and we play a game to bring everyone, crochet fans and otherwise, up to speed on crochet trivia. Meow!!!

EPISODE NOTES: The Crocheting Cat Behaviorist

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Paw Power Nutrition was founded to empower dogs to live their best lives. The company set out to innovate a classic dog treat, peanut butter, by making the cleanest, most high-quality product while also formulating it with nutritional boosts for joint health, gut health, and more. In this episode, Isabel gets to know Paw Power Nutrition's Founders, Eric and Christine Schwartz. They share their mission to make dogs happy while supporting dog rescue with their innovative product. Isabel and her guests play a nut-specific trivia game and learn about "the most popular nut" and a fancy, imported nut that can cause toxicity in dogs. They also discuss all the ways that these entrepreneurs and dog people use their products to both help the medicine go down and spread the love.

EPISODE NOTES: Paw Power'd Peanut Butter

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Unfortunately, black cats have become a symbol of Halloween, putting them in danger of being hurt (or worse) for ritualistic or superstitious reasons. In this episode and in honor of National Black Cat Appreciation, Isabel speaks with cat lover and holistic cat practitioner, Pam Roussell of Purrfectly Holistic. Pam, like Isabel, is an advocate for educating the public on the beauty of black cats and the dangers associated with the many damaging myths and legends that have been handed down throughout history.

Pam and Isabel play a game called "Black Cat Mythology," in which they discuss black cat myths from around the world. They also discuss the pet afterlife in a game Isabel calls "The Afterlife" and share their belief systems surrounding our beloved pets' passing, whether or not they go to heaven, and more. As an animal communicator that receives visits from four of her cats that have passed, Pam tells us how they check in and why. Don't miss out on this awesome Halloween-themed episode and join us in advocating for black cats everywhere. Cheers!

EPISODE NOTES: Black Cats & Pets in Spirit

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What in the world?! American pets consume 25-30% of the meat that is consumed in the US. That's a lot of meat and a huge impact on the environment... namely, the deforestation of the Brazilian Amazon. In this episode, Kathleen Wojtowicz, Marketing Manager for Chippin, a company dedicated to pets and the planet, helps Isabel better understand the HUGE impact that having companion animals, specifically dogs, has on the environment. She also teaches us about two alternative proteins that present a fantastic way to reduce our pets' eco pawprints. Would you eat cricket protein??? Or feed it to your dog?

EPISODE NOTES: Chippin' in for Pets & The Planet

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Doobert is an online software platform that is custom-built for pet rescuers and rescue organizations. Its founder, Chris Roy, has two passions: animals and aviation. He started flying animal rescues — transporting shelter dogs from high-kill locations to areas where they were more likely to be adopted - many years ago. After transporting hundreds of animals, Chris utilized his IT skills to put together a system to coordinate organization and communication within animal rescues and shelters. From there, his passion for the cause only grew as he learned more about the world of animal rescue and the challenges facing these organizations. Today, he's talking about his newest venture, Doobert Forward, which allows animal lovers to shop for their usual pet products while donating to shelters and rescues of their choice.

EPISODE NOTES: Adopt & Shop

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In this episode, Isabel and Erin Scott, host of the Believe in Dog Podcast, celebrate all things Baltimore and their mutual 'love of dog.' Isabel is a big fan of the State of Maryland, having attended college at the University of Maryland. Chatting with Erin, a born and raised Baltimorean, not to be confused with 'Baltimoron,' Isabel asks about Erin's work with B-More Dogs, a local rescue that helps Baltimore pets get much-needed veterinary care. Erin shares that many pet lovers in Baltimore are underserved and refers to some of the areas as "veterinary deserts."

Erin has endured many hardships in recent years but her can-do attitude and personal motivation to make a difference in the world of pets and the humans that love them is truly inspirational. Whether she's having a coffee cocktail made by her husband, Tim, promoting pitbull tolerance and awareness on behalf of her late love, Lucy, or working with her shy rescue, Nino, Erin consistently keeps her hands and her heart full.

EPISODE NOTES: Believe in Dog

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Erin Moore was a successful dog trainer that had it all on paper but was burnt out and grumpy all the time. She needed help with her business and, by finding help from a business coach, became a business consultant and coach herself.

In this episode, Isabel and Erin take a deep dive into dog training as a career. They discuss why all dog parents need a dog trainer but not all dog trainers need to work with every dog parent. They talk about dog training certifications and whether or not they are truly necessary. Isabel and Erin consider the importance of values and finding the right client/trainer dynamic. Erin is a no-nonsense pet pro with lots of excellent advice to give. If you're in any kind of dog business, she's a go-to mentor.

EPISODE NOTES: Dog Training Deep Dive

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