Send us Fan Mail

We talk through what happened when a whole food dog diet replaced processed routines, how that shift changed Kalinda’s mobility, weight, and quality of life, and why Marissa now thinks “fine” is not the same as thriving for our pets. If you care about canine nutrition, dog wellness, and practical ways to extend the healthy years, this conversation gets specific without getting preachy. 

Then we zoom out to the travel problem almost every pet parent dreads. International pet travel is a logistical minefield: airline pet policies, country-by-country regulations, breed restrictions, layover edge cases, timelines, health certificates, and the stress of not knowing what you might be missing. Marissa shares the real moments that pushed her to build Paws Abroad, a pet travel platform that offers a digital pet passport for records, personalized journey guides, and a flight marketplace that recommends routes based on your pet’s details. We also talk about pet-friendly travel resources, community, and why better infrastructure matters when pets are family. 

Pawsabroad

The story gets more personal as we touch on pet loss and the regrets that can follow, including Marissa’s memories of her childhood dog Shadow and how grief reshaped the way she spends time with Harley and Kalinda now. If you’ve ever wondered how to care better today while planning for tomorrow, you’ll leave with concrete ideas and a renewed push to make the most of the time you have. 

Check out the her children's book -> Harley And Kalinda Go To Thailand

Subscribe, share this with a fellow pet parent, and leave a review so more listeners can find the show.

1. Purchase the Book that inspired the Podcast
2. Want to share your pets story on a future podcast?  
   1. Send us a message: SUBSCRIBE
3. All new, the first ever Pet Journal - start logging your memories with your Pet
   1. Click -> Pet Journal