Are you giving your pet everything they need to truly thrive?

In Part 2 of our series with UK veterinarian and animal welfare advocate Dr. Emma Milne, Amy Castro explores the final two of the five legally recognized pet welfare needs. These last two, companionship and the ability to express natural behavior, often go overlooked but have the greatest impact on your pet’s quality of life.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:

• Why social connection (or solitude) matters depending on the species
• How preventing natural behaviors can lead to stress, boredom, and behavior problems
• What to ask yourself before bringing a new pet into your home
• Why focusing only on lifespan could be hurting your pet’s overall well-being

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Website: https://www.emmathevet.co.uk/

P.S. You may hear us refer to the show as Starlight Pet Talk in this episode. That was our original name—don’t worry, you’re in the right place.

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