Jamie talks to Mike Linville of Black Dog Marketing about the challenges of working with small businesses, helping pet companies be more agile with their marketing, and the things that drive him as a biz owner and entrepreneur. Bonus: top tips for updating your marketing plan, and fireworks!

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More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Mike Linville: It's All About Marketing on Pet Life Radio.

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Dustin talks to SodaPup CEO Adam Baker, a self-described ‘corporate refugee turned entrepreneur’ who has committed to keeping manufacturing jobs for his products in the United States. They also discuss the increasing demand for "made in America" toys, and how the SodaPup emphasis on quality and sustainability is better for the pets, the retailers, and the environment.

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More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Adam Baker: The Best Toys for Your Best Friend on Pet Life Radio.

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Jamie talks to Nicole Morris of PetSmart about her passion filled career trajectory. They’ll discuss the learning track at the PetSmart Grooming Academy as well as the pros of working in a big company. This is a don’t miss episode as Jamie gets real about her opinion of starting a career at PetSmart.

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More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Nicole Morris: Passion is Alive in Corporate America... How One Woman Followed Her Heart to a Big Job in a Big Company on Pet Life Radio.

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Dustin talks to ultra-marathoner, author, and dog lover Dion Leonard about the fateful day in the desert when he first met Gobi, how they bonded during the race, and the moment he finally fell for her. They also talk about the terrible days when Gobi was missing in Urumqi, and how their joyful reunion and unshakeable connection became a symbol of hope and inspiration for people all over the world. Their book, “Finding Gobi”, comes out in the U.S. in June 2017.

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More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Dion Leonard: Finding Gobi, and Finding Himself on Pet Life Radio.

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Dustin talks tech with Len Horowitz, founder of 4 Paws Tech. They talk about the community-support foundation of the company as well as their market focus on brick-and-mortar boutique shops. They also talk about the importance of charitable partnerships, both as way to help animals and to make the community stronger and more connected.

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More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Len Horowitz: Lighting up the World of Pet Tech on Pet Life Radio.

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Dustin talks to Mike Sessoms of the innovative Pet Shop Events about networking in the pet industry, and the high-touch, effective, invitation-only “match-making” model of connecting buyers and sellers pioneered by PSE. It’s like Speed Dating for the pet industry!

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More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Mike Sessoms: A New Model for Pet Industry Networking on Pet Life Radio.

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In this episode, Dustin talks to Chris Walker of Retaliate 1st and Woofipedia about his time at the American Kennel Club, why he created Woofipedia, and how he used his need to do more for dogs as a driver for innovation in marketing, branding, and messaging for both startups and more traditional pet care companies. (Stay tuned to the end: Dustin and Chris have some solid tips for jumpstarting your own marketing plan!)

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More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Chris Walker: On Reaching your Audience and Loving the One You’re With on Pet Life Radio.

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In this episode, Dustin talks about the business of animal welfare with Cathy Bissell, founder of the BISSELL Pet Foundation. The BPF helps support a network of nearly 3000 rescues and shelters across the country, and has helped save nearly 100,000 homeless pets since 2011. They also talk about BPF’s participation in the Save Our Shelters tv show and Empty the Shelters initiative, the creation of the AdoptBox program (featured on HSN), and the biggest challenges facing pet rescue foundations today.

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More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Candace D’Agnolo: How to Start Living a Top Dog Life on Pet Life Radio.

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Dustin talks to Candace D’Agnolo (CEO of Dogaholics) about the creation of her new business consulting and coaching venture, Pet Boss Nation. Pet Boss Nation supports pet business owners by teaching focused, easy-to-implement processes that can lead to greater success, a better bottom line, and a more fulfilling life.

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More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Candace D’Agnolo: How to Start Living a Top Dog Life on Pet Life Radio.

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Jamie talks to Diane Rose-Solomon about her work as humane educator, her unexpected career as an author of children’s books, and how her first rescue dog JJ changed her life, work, and worldview.

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More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Diane Rose-Solomon: Lessons in Compassion From Children and Dogs on Pet Life Radio.

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