In this eye-opening episode of The Business of Pet Care, host Dara Forleo sits down with Nathalie Doaré Ariey Jouglard, international industry leader, educator, and founder behind the Global Groomer Health Initiative, to address one of the most urgent and overlooked issues in professional grooming: the health and sustainability of the groomers themselves.

While the pet care industry continues to grow into a billion-dollar powerhouse, the physical and mental wellbeing of grooming professionals has not kept pace.

In this episode of The Business of Pet Care, host Dara Forleo sits down with veterinary leader Pietro Kabeya to explore one of the most emotional and complex challenges pet owners face today: the cost of care. Together, they unpack how transparency in pricing builds trust, reduces stress, and empowers families to make confident medical decisions for their pets.

The conversation highlights how veterinary clinics are using clearer communication, digital tools, and ethical AI systems to improve estimates, streamline processes, and create stronger client relationships all while preserving the human side of care.

In this episode of The Business of Pet Care, host Dara Forleo sits down with Janet Marlow, pioneering composer, animal behavior researcher, and founder of Pet Acoustics, to explore how sound can become one of the most powerful tools for improving animal wellbeing. From her early experiences calming her own pets through music to building a science-backed global company, Janet shares how species-specific sound is transforming veterinary care, grooming environments, shelters, and homes.

The conversation dives into how animals hear differently than humans, why sound impacts behavior before emotion, and how carefully designed music can reduce stress, anxiety, and fear in pets.

In this insightful episode of The Business of Pet Care, host Dara Forleo sits down with innovative educator and instructional design expert Beth Lambert to explore one of the biggest challenges facing pet care professionals today: visibility without burnout. As the industry continues to grow at a rapid pace, Beth shares why expertise alone is no longer enough and how authentic communication paired with smart use of technology can transform how pet businesses attract and retain clients.

In this powerful and eye-opening episode of The Business of Pet Care, host Dara Forleo welcomes renowned cat behaviorist and humane education leader Dr. Rachel Geller, founder and president of All Cats, All the Time. Together, they explore one of the most misunderstood and preventable drivers of cat surrender: untreated behavioral challenges, especially litter box issues.

In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode of The Business of Pet Care, host Dara Forleo welcomes Deb Hennen of Heart to Spirit, a professional animal communicator, Reiki practitioner, pet hospice consultant, and educator who helps pet owners connect with their animals on a deeper emotional and energetic level. This conversation explores the often-misunderstood world of animal communication and how intuition, energy, and awareness play a vital role in strengthening the bond between pets and their humans.

In this practical and energizing episode of The Business of Pet Care, host Dara Forleo sits down with pet industry marketing expert Joe Meyers to break down what really works when it comes to social media, referrals, and sustainable growth for pet businesses. With over 15 years of marketing experience eight of them dedicated exclusively to the pet care industry Joe brings clarity to a topic that often feels overwhelming for groomers, trainers, daycare owners, and boutique operators

In this insightful episode of The Business of Pet Care, host Dara Forleo welcomes Marcus Rhatigan, founder of Hill Brook Sport Horses and an internationally respected trainer originally from Ireland. With over two decades of experience developing sport horses in the United States, Marcus shares a thoughtful and deeply grounded approach to horsemanship one that prioritizes patience, emotional awareness, and long-term success over quick results.

In this insightful episode of The Business of Pet Care, host Dara Forleo welcomes master groomer, canine behavior specialist, and educator Chrissy Neumyer Smith for a deep and necessary conversation about what truly matters in professional grooming. As the pet care industry continues to grow at a rapid pace, this episode challenges listeners to ask an important question: are grooming practices evolving with the same level of care, education, and empathy?

In this insightful episode of The Business of Pet Care, host Dara Forleo welcomes pet care industry leader Tori Levitt for an honest and practical conversation about what it really takes to build a successful, sustainable pet care business. As the industry continues to grow rapidly, this episode explores the challenges pet professionals face when trying to market their services, attract the right clients, and avoid burnout while doing the work they love.