Val Talks Pets

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  Fresh vs. Raw Pet Food: Understanding the Differences 02.10.2026 16λ

  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. Support the show
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  Tick Season: What Pet Parents Need to Know About Prevention, Removal and Lyme Disease 18.09.2026 13λ

  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! 📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://valtalkspets.com for links mentioned on the show and additiona...
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  Food Allergies and Sensitive Stomachs in Dogs and Cats: What Pet Parents Need to Know 04.09.2026 17λ

  Hi Everyone and Welcome! 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! 📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://valtalkspets.com for links mentioned on th...
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  Pet Rats: Care, Housing, Feeding & What to Know Before Bringing Them Home 21.08.2026 15λ

  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. In this episode of **Val Talks Pets**, Val explores what it really takes to care for pet rats, including why they should have companionship, the type of habitat and bedding they need, what they should eat, safe handling practices, and important health consideratio...
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  Wildfires and Animals: What Happens to Wildlife and Evacuated Pets? 07.08.2026 17λ

  Hi Everyone and Welcome! 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. 📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://val...
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  Spotlight - Dandie Dinmont Terrier 24.07.2026 12λ

  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. 📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://valtalkspets.com for links mentioned on the show and additional resources. ☕ Support the podcast: Please purchase a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/valtalkspets 🎵 Music: Purple Pl...
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  Backyard Breeders: The Different Types and How To Spot Them 10.07.2026 21λ

  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. 📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://valtalkspets.com for links mentioned on the show and additional resou...
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  Pet Trivia 3.0 – Test Your Pet Knowledge with Dogs, Cats, Birds, Fish & More 26.06.2026 14λ

  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. 📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://valtalkspets.com for links mentioned on the show and additional resources. ☕ Support the podcast: Please purchase a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/valtalkspets 🎵 Music: Purple Planet Musi...
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  The Pawzy App - A Go To For Pet Parents 12.06.2026 31λ

  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...
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  Cat Peeing Outside The Box? 29.05.2026 17λ

  Hi everyone, and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. This question goes out to all the cat parents. Does your cat pee outside of the litter box or do they pee where they shouldn’t? Well, let’s go exploring. 📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://valtalkspets.com for links mentioned on the show and additional resources. ☕ Support the podcast: Please purchase a coffee at https://ko-fi....
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  The Ridglan Beagles Rescue: 1500 Beagles, Animal Testing, and the Fight for Freedom 15.05.2026 21λ

  Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. In the news just recently has been the rescue of 1500 Beagles from Ridglan Farms, a biomedical research facility located in Blue Mound, Wisconsin, United States, that uses bred Beagles for experimentation. The size of this rescue was enormous, but unfortunately it was just the tip of the iceberg. And because of its significance, I thought we could go together and learn more about this incredible rescue. 📩 Em...
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  Spotlight - The Labrador Retriever 01.05.2026 20λ

  What makes the Labrador Retriever one of the most beloved dog breeds in the world—and why does it continue to dominate as the #1 dog in both Canada and the United Kingdom? In this episode of Val Talks Pets, we take a deep dive into the fascinating history, temperament, and enduring popularity of the Labrador Retriever. From its surprising origins in Newfoundland’s now-extinct St. John’s water dog to its development into one of today’s most trusted family companions and service animals, you’ll...
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  Pet Tech for Dogs and Cats 17.04.2026 26λ

  In this episode of Val Talk’s Pets, I explore the world of Pet Tech and how technology is changing the way we care for our pets. From smart collars, GPS trackers, health monitors, and smart leashes to digital records, QR codes, telemedicine, smart feeders, pet cameras, pet robots, and litter robots, there is no doubt that pet care is becoming more connected and more advanced. I also touch on One Digital Health and how digital innovation is becoming part of the broader conversation around pet ...
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  Are We Humanizing Our Pets Too Much? 03.04.2026 23λ

  Hi everyone, and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talks Pets. We call them our fur babies, our fur kids… but are we starting to treat them so much like humans that it could actually impact their well-being? Let’s go exploring. 📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://valtalkspets.com for links mentioned on the show and additional resources. ☕ Support the podcast: Please purchase a coffee at https://ko-fi.co...
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  Spotlight - The Bearded Dragon 20.03.2026 18λ

  Hi Everyone! In this episode of Val Talks Pets, I take a closer look at one of the most popular reptile pets—the Bearded Dragon. From their origins in Australia to their unique behaviors and physical traits, I explore what makes these fascinating creatures so appealing to pet owners. I walk you through everything you need to know if you’re considering one, including habitat setup, temperature and lighting requirements, feeding routines, and the importance of proper supplementation. Whether yo...
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  PetCurean - An Interview With Ashley Norton & Theresa Lantz 06.03.2026 32λ

  On this episode of Val Talks Pets, we’re taking a closer look at an outstanding premium pet food company: Petcurean. Petcurean is a Canadian pet nutrition company known for crafting high-quality dog and cat food designed to help pets live long, healthy lives. To explore what makes their approach to nutrition so unique, I’m joined by two leaders from Petcurean. Ashley Norton is a Territory Sales Manager who works directly with retailers and pet parents, while Teresa Lantz is a Nutrition Manage...
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  How Dogs and Cats Handle Pet Loss 20.02.2026 12λ

  Hi everyone, and welcome back to Val Talk’s Pets. Pet parents grieve terribly when a pet dies, but what happens to the other pet in the household when a member of the pet family passes away? In this episode we’ll talk about How Dogs and Cats Handle Pet Loss. ☕ Support the podcast: Please purchase a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/valtalkspets 📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://valtalkspets.com for links mentioned on ...
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  Parrot Partners - An Interview with Judy Tennant 06.02.2026 1ώ 12λ

  Hi everyone, and welcome back to Val Talk’s Pets. Today’s episode is a special one. I’m joined by Judy Tennant, the founder and executive director of Parrot Partners, a charity and rescue organization dedicated to the health, safety, and overall well-being of parrots. When I first learned about the work Parrot Partners is doing, I knew I had to reach out. Their mission, passion, and commitment to these incredibly intelligent and often misunderstood birds really stood out to me. So let’s dive ...
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  Diabetes In Cats 23.01.2026 21λ

  Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. In the last episode I opened 2026 with a discussion about diabetes in pets beginning with dogs. On this episode we’ll be Managing Diabetes in Cats: Symptoms, Food Choices, Insulin, and Natural Support So snuggle up with your fur babies and let's jump in! ☕ Support the podcast: Please purchase a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/valtalkspets 📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback...
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  Diabetes in Dogs: Symptoms, Insulin, Diet & Care 09.01.2026 23λ

  Hi everyone and welcome to this first episode of Val Talk’s Pets 2026. I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday and the fur kids had a safe, great time. To start off this year, I’m going to tackle the topic of diabetes in dogs. So snuggle up with your fur babies and let's jump in! ☕ Support the podcast: Please purchase a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/valtalkspets 📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://valtalkspets.com f...