Val Talks Pets

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In this spotlight episode of Val Talk’s Pets, I take a closer look at the Maltese—an affectionate, intelligent little dog with a long history as a companion breed. From temperament and grooming needs to health considerations, lifespan, and why the Maltese is so often crossed with other breeds, this episode explores what makes these small white dogs such devoted companions. If you’re considering a Maltese or simply want to learn more about the breed, this episode is for you.

So let's go exploring!

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Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. 

Fresh food and raw diets are becoming increasingly popular with pet parents, but they are not the same thing. In this episode of Val Talks Pets, I explore fresh, gently cooked, homemade and raw diets, including their potential benefits, costs, food-safety concerns and the importance of proper nutritional balance.

So, let’s go exploring.

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Hi everyone, and thanks for joining me on Val Talks Pets!

Tick season can bring plenty of worry for pet parents. In this episode I look at how ticks live and find hosts, prevention options for dogs, Lyme disease risk, safe tick removal and the crucial precautions cat owners need to know.

This is a biggie folks, so let's go!

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Food allergies and intolerances can leave dogs and cats dealing with itching, digestive upset and other frustrating symptoms. In this episode, I explore the differences between allergies and intolerances, possible food triggers and ways pet parents can begin identifying what may be causing the problem.

Let's jump in!

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Pet rats are one of those animals people either love—or are completely creeped out by. But domesticated rats are very different from their wild counterparts, and they can make intelligent, affectionate and highly social companions.

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When wildfire forces wildlife to flee and entire communities to evacuate, animals face danger, displacement and separation from their families. This episode explores how wild animals respond to fire, what happens to pets left behind and how veterinarians, rescue groups, fosters and donors help affected animals.

Snuggle up with you fur baby and let's begin.

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Hi everyone and welcome to this spotlight episode on a breed of dog that really needs renewed recognition, and that is the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.  

There is lots to explore about this breed, so let’s go.

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Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets.

What does the words Backyard Breeder conjure up in your mind?
Do you think of awful people that are just trying to make quick cash?
Very possibly.

But, let’s go exploring into the world of backyard breeding and see if this is truly the case.

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Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. 

 It’s time to test our knowledge again with Pet Trivia 3.0. So, get yourself a score card and let’s see how you do.

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Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. 

Have you ever been at a loss to find a dog walker or sitter and wished you could find one through a trusted and easy process? Well today I have Tanya Emma Elessen from Pawsy, an online Canadian app, (available in other countries), to do just that. 

Also,

Tanya has generously offered the Val Talk’s Pets community 100 Pawsy Treats to use in - app for anyone who signs up through the link. But, you have to listen or go to my website to get the link.

So snuggle up and let's learn about this wonderful app.

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