Petropolist

You can be a moment away from becoming a stray...

In July 2008, Feeding Pets of the Homeless, also known as Pets of the Homeless, received nonprofit status as a public charity. Feeding Pets of the Homeless provides various forms of assistance. Sometimes we simply offer an ear to listen to people’s experience of struggle in daily survival. Most frequently, we respond to requests for help: a) identifying where to find our sites that distribute pet food; b) funding and arranging to help an injured or ill pet; or c) sponsoring wellness clinics that provide a basic exam with vaccinations. Many times we are asked where to find a homeless shelter that will allow pets. From 2008 - 2020, Feeding Pets of the Homeless has paid more than $1,665,000 to provide veterinary emergency care and wellness clinic services to over 22,150 pets, and to purchase pet food and sleeping crates. The majority of distributed pet food is collected by our donation sites and volunteers then delivered to food banks, soup kitchens, homeless shelters, and sometimes to the streets where the homeless assemble. Our donation sites have provided over 1,459,00 pounds of pet food, which translates into one less worry for a homeless person on any given day and a happy pet. We provide pet sleeping crates to shelters so the homeless can bring their pets in with them and receive the necessary social services that will help support them out of homelessness.

*The views, information, or opinions expressed during The Petropolist podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of the host or the employees of The Petropolist. The primary purpose of this podcast is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please contact a medical professional/veterinarian for all questions regarding the health of your pet.

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In todays episode we discuss the various forms of 'natural' treatment to help cats suffering from feline kidney disease.  To learn more about our guest today please go to: Terri Grow

*The views, information, or opinions expressed during The Petropolist podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of the host or the employees of The Petropolist. The primary purpose of this podcast is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please contact a medical professional/veterinarian for all questions regarding your pets health. 

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The conversation with photographer and animal advocate Sophie Gamand is a discerning look into the practices of animal rescue,  animal advocacy, and the Pet Industries tug of war in preservation and exploitation of the very beings it claims to protect and champion.  

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*The views, information, or opinions expressed during The Petropolist podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of the host or the employees of The Petropolist. The primary purpose of this podcast is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services.

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Read the article here: The Next Pet Retail Scandal: Unapproved Pet Food Ingredients

There will be more of these conversations with my part time side kick Nicci Cammack.  Please send your comments, questions and suggestions to [email protected] - I would love to have you be a part of future episodes.  Thanks for listening. 

*The views, information, or opinions expressed during The Petropolist podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of the host or the employees of The Petropolist. The primary purpose of this podcast is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services.

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Here we are.  As I am evolving with this podcast I'm noticing that the whole conversation about pet food can become seriously intimidating which then creates an uncomfortable and defensive space...So as I  jump into part 2 of the conversation about Pet food and DCM with Dr. Ryan Yamka and Nicci Cammack. I am hopeful the information provided here will help you have an enriched level of understanding of your ability to choose what's best for you without the algorithm, marketing, and opinion traps. 

Important articles - Nutrition Exposed: Is your food adequate? 

*The views, information, or opinions expressed during The Petropolist podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of its employees. The primary purpose of this podcast is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services.

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This is part 1 of the 2 part conversation with Dr. Ryan Yamka and Nicci Cammack. What started as a perspective and history of the rip-roaring pet industry fiasco about dilated cardiomyopathy naturally transitioned to capturing the pet food sectors disjointed claims of product quality, product integrity, as well as the industry's transactional leadership in pet food manufacturing - If you have listened to any of the previously posted episodes you will hear a continuous theme about pet food & that transparency is essentially non-existent - the constant message presented over multiple episodes focuses on the marketing jargon and promises of integrity that are just empty. It is unfortunate that the information fed to us via SM, bloggers, and some veterinarians are repeatedly based on opinion, therefore, tend to be consistently un-validated.  DCM, Dilated cardiomyopathy started as a blog post by a vet and it took off as if cocaine was introduced to its core - it took off on SM with too many words and practically zero evidence of statistical support and corroboration of claims through peer-reviewed studies. What was being presented by, well, almost anyone involved was making it more than it actually was...yes and this does include the FDA - This should make every pet owner think twice about the choices made when purchasing their pets' next meal.

Video and data Dr. Yamka presented at VMX regarding DCM - It's a must-watch if you want the nitty-gritty.   

Ryan Yamka, PhD, MS, MBA, FACN, PAS, Dipl. ACAS is the founder and an independent consultant with Luna Science and Nutrition, and co-Founder of Guardian Pet Food Company. He is board-certified in companion animal nutrition by the American College of Animal Sciences and a fellow with the American College of Nutrition. Yamka calls on his extensive background in pet nutrition, and 20+ years developing, formulating, and launching dog and cat foods as a senior executive with leading pet food companies. Yamka has received the 2020 Rogue Pet Science Pet Industry Disruptor Award, the 2019 Pet Age ICON Award, and the 2011 ASAS Corbin Companion Animal Biology Award. Dr. Yamka writes a series of blogs Debunking Pet Food Myths and Misconceptions for Pet Food Industry and has been featured in numerous podcasts and seminars.  

Read Dr. Yamka's articles here: Debunking Myths & Misconceptions in Pet Food

Nicci Cammack founded NorthPoint Pets & Company to fill a void for pet parents: information and transparency. Nicci understood that, while there are countless pet stores and unending opportunities for buying online, much of the information about pet food and health is incomplete, biased, or misleading. Northpoint Pets & Company holds the belief that each animal is an individual with unique nutritional requirements, and works toward helping animals reach peak health and maintain vitality through old age. Nicci is available by appointment in person and remotely.

*The views, information, or opinions expressed during The Petropolist podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of its employees. The primary purpose of this podcast is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services.

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Maybe pet owners are looking for love in all the wrong places (as the song sings...) and that's why they're still single...

This site is for EVERY pet owner - not dog only or cat only but ALL pets lovers, horses, fish, reptiles, birds, small furry ones, and of course the kitties and puppies. 

Charmr is a new all pet lovers singles dating app launched by Manish Methai shortly after Covid shut down the world in 2020.   Listen to this episode to find out the details of how Manish maneuvered & pivoted his plans to get his new company off the ground during these difficult times.  

Check out the Valentine's Eve Zoom party (February 14!!!)- Join the party to get a little education from pet industry specialists and a more important treat is the Millenial dating expert who will be there to help you guys cope and connect while you hang out with other pet-loving singles.  You never know, you may meet your future human soul mate.  

Want to learn more about the single pet lovers dating app? check out the Geek wire article. 

*The views, information, or opinions expressed during The Petropolist podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of its employees. The Petropolist is not responsible and does not verify for accuracy of the information contained in the podcast series available for listening on this site.  The primary purpose of this podcast is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services.

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Since 1995, Terri Grow has worked with veterinarians, pet guardians, trainers, shelters, and manufacturers to empower feline and canine health through diet, herbal therapies, supplements, and environmental adjustments.  Terri's journey to animal advocacy began with providing wellness counsel to thousands of clients through her Alexandria, Virginia, pet store, PetSage.  For nearly 25 years she provided solid, fact-based answers to the questions clients presented each day through dogged research and staying abreast of increasing complexities of the global pet products industry.  Her new journey is fueled by a passion for advancing feline health by successfully helping clients employ species-appropriate diets, herbal and nutritional supplements, and nourishing healthy feline lifestyles.

Terri is: 

*The views, information, or opinions expressed during The Petropolist podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of its employees. The Petropolist is not responsible and does not verify for accuracy of the information contained in the podcast series available for listening on this site.  The primary purpose of this podcast is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services.

This podcast is available for private non-commercial use only. You may not edit, modify, or re-distribute this podcast.*