PDX Pet Connection

PDX Pet Connection

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PDX Pet Connection episodes

  • Interview with Karen Kraus of the Feral Cat Coalition

    Today on the PDX Pet Connection podcast, I have Karen Kraus of the Feral Cat Coalition. Karen talks about how they are improving the welfare and decreasing the population of feral cats through their spay and neuter program and how you can help.  You can find more information about the Feral Cat Coalition on their website and by following them on Instagram and Facebook.  I hope you enjoy this episode with your furry best friend.

    If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to become part of the PDX Pet Connection community, join our Facebook group and connect with other pet parents, businesses, services, and charities.


    29 min
  • Interview with Mary Renouf of Harmony New Beginnings Rescue

    Today on the PDX Pet Connection podcast, I have Mary Renouf of Harmony New Beginning Animal Rescue. Mary talks about their work rescuing animals of many sizes as well as their dedication to helping people dealing with mental and emotional issues through animal therapy.  You can find more information about Harmony New Beginnings Rescue on their website and by following them on Facebook.  I hope you enjoy this episode with your furry best friend.

    If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to become part of the PDX Pet Connection community, join our Facebook group and connect with other pet parents, businesses, services, and charities.

    31 min
  • Interview with Billy Hoekman of Green Juju

    Today on the PDX Pet Connection podcast, I have Billy Hoekman of Green Juju. In this episode, Billy discusses their fresh whole food products and treats that you can add to your pet’s diet to improve their quality of life.  You can find more information about Green Juju on their website and by following them on Instagram and Facebook.  I hope you enjoy this episode with your furry best friend.

    If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to become part of the PDX Pet Connection community, join our Facebook group and connect with other pet parents, businesses, services, and charities.

    29 min
  • Interview with Erin Frantz of Rainbow Bridge Hearts

    Today on the PDX Pet Connection podcast, I have Erin Frantz of Rainbow Bridge Hearts. In this episode,  Erin talks about how they got start making custom glass pet memorials and how you can work with them to create a beautiful memorial to honor a special pet in your life.  You can find more information about Rainbow Bridge Hearts on their website and by following them on Instagram and Facebook.  I hope you enjoy this episode with your furry best friend.

    If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to become part of the PDX Pet Connection community, join our Facebook group and connect with other pet parents, businesses, services, and charities.

    20 min
  • Interview with Dr. Clara Medalen of Cloudberry Lane Animal Chiropractic

    Today on the PDX Pet Connection podcast, I have Dr. Clara Medalen of Cloudberry Lane Animal Chiropractic. In this episode, Dr. Clara talks about how she decided to focus on treating pets and what makes her specialty clinic so different.   You can find more information about Cloudberry Lane Animal Chiropractic on their website and by following them on Instagram and Facebook.  I hope you enjoy this episode with your furry best friend.

    If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to become part of the PDX Pet Connection community, join our Facebook group and connect with other pet parents, businesses, services, and charities.

    24 min
  • Interview with Pet Communicator, Shawna Marie Fischer

    Today on the PDX Pet Connection podcast, I have Pet Communicator, Shawna Marie Fischer. In this episode,  Shawna talks about her dog, Luna who was the inspiration for the work she does today. Shawna uses her talents to help pet parents communicate with the pets, both the ones currently with us and those that have passed. She also offers massage, healing energy treatments, and assists with finding lost pets. You can find more information about Shawna on her website and by following them on Instagram, Facebook, and on YouTube. To find out more about Luna and her journey with Shawna that informed so much of what she does, check out her book, Soulmate Dog. I hope you enjoy this episode with your furry best friend.

    If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to become part of the PDX Pet Connection community, join our Facebook group and connect with other pet parents, businesses, services, and charities.

    28 min
  • Interview with Kyle Camberg of The Sunshine Division

    On this special episode, I am joined by Kyle Camberg of The Sunshine Division. The Sunshine Division provides free emergency food and clothing to families and individuals in a time of crisis. One of their big annual fundraisers is the Winter Wonderland at Portland International Raceway. The event is a drive-through light show, but one night every year they close the track to all vehicles so you can walk the displays with your furry best friend. The Lights and Leashes event is on Tuesday, November 29th from 4:15pm-9:30pm. All well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcome to join in on the fun. 

    For tickets to this fun and furry event, check out their website.

    If you have enjoyed this episode and want to learn more about all things pet in Portland, join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/pdxpetconnection. Come join the fun.

    21 min
  • Interview with Ashley Drew with Pet Partners

    On this special episode of the PDX Pet Connection podcast, I was joined by Ashley Drew, National Director of Special Events and Field Development. Pet Partners provides emotional support and comfort animals to assist people going through a crisis event. They are currently getting ready to do their charity fundraiser to help pay for the program. It is the World's Largest Pet Walk. To learn more about Pet Partners and how you can participate in the walk, you can visit their website or the walk page. To keep up on all their latest news, you can follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

    If you have enjoyed this episode and want to learn more about all things pet in Portland, join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/pdxpetconnection. Come join the fun.

    11 min
  • Interview with Tyler Malek of Salt & Straw

    On this special episode of the PDX Pet Connection podcast, I was joined by Tyler Malek co-founder and Head Ice Cream Maker at Salt & Straw. Salt & Straw has just released a dog-friendly ice cream called a pup cup. It is available online currently but will be available in stores starting with their kick-off celebration for National Dog Day. Hope to see you all there.

    If you have enjoyed this episode and want to learn more about all things pet in Portland, join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/pdxpetconnection. Come join the fun.


    7 min
  • Canine Community Carnival at Garden Home Recreation Center

    On this special episode, I am joined by Jennifer Chapin and Karol Johnston of the Garden Home Recreation Center. The center is having a Canine Community Carnival on Sunday, August 21st from 10 am-1 pm at the Recreation Center at 7475 SW Oleson Rd Portland, OR 97223. There will be vendors of all kinds, lots of fun activities for every family member, those with four legs and with two, and a raffle for amazing prizes.

    To learn more about the Tualatin Hills Parks and Recreation District, check out their website at http://www.thprd.org/.

     If you have enjoyed this episode and want to learn more about all things pet in Portland, join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/pdxpetconnection. Come join the fun.

    10 min

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Welcome! You've just hit the play button on the most pawsome podcast in all of Portland - the PDX Pet Connection! 🐾 I'm Kim Hoshal, your host, lover of all things pet and proud owner of Kim Hoshal…