In this episode of Vital Pet Life Podcast, Dr. Czarina Calderon, a general pediatrician, joins us to share her expert insights on how to create a healthy and positive home environment for your children and pets. She discusses the benefits of pets for children and highlights important precautions and concerns for parents, such as managing asthma in children who live with cats or dogs and what to do if a newborn has asthma in a pet-friendly home.

If you're considering introducing a pet into your child’s life, this episode also provides valuable advice on how to choose the right pet and strategies for successful pet care. Whether you're a new parent or a seasoned one, Dr. Czarina's advice will help you build a safe, loving, and healthy environment for your children and pets to thrive together.

Tune in for this heartwarming and informative conversation on the importance of pets in family life!

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Connect with our guest, Dr. Czarina Calderon, FRACP, General Paediatrics: ᐧ Website - https://childrenscarepaediatrics.com/

You may also email us at podcast@vitalpetlife.com for your questions.

Episode Highlights: [1:24] Dr. Czarina Calderon shares highlight of being a pediatrician [2:26] Benefits of pets for children [3:22] Children and pets' outdoor activities [6:24] What to do when a newborn has asthma but you’re already living with a cat or dog? [7:55] " No need to be concerned at all!" Find out what Dr. Czarina means by this! [10:58] Tips and strategies for parents to enable their children to continue to be with their pets. [14:32] How to keep children safe around pets [17:08] Potential risks of having pets around toddlers [19:45] Introducing pets to your child [20:20] Dr. Amber shares a piece of advice when choosing the right breed for your children [23:39] Dr. Czarina shares a traffic light system in terms of reading your child's and your dog's body language [25:05] Key Takeaways from this episode [26:42] Two very important questions you need to ask before having a pet in your household by Dr. Czarina

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Join Chip and Biskit's pet parent, Ashley, as she unfolds the world of pet influencing while handling 2 different cat personalities. With over 110,000 followers on Instagram, they've changed lives through their famous posts of memes, tips, and wholesome content. If you're a cat lover, you definitely don't want to miss this episode! Find out how these two stay entertained as well as what's the most rewarding as a pet parent. Grab your notepad or laptop to list fascinating tips in becoming a pet influencer!

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Connect with our guest, Ashley of Chip The Manx: ᐧ Facebook - facebook.com/BellyGuard ᐧ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chipthemanx/ ᐧ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6s-MijPBrcnr55akiKarmQ ᐧ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chipthemanx ᐧ Website - https://chipthemanx.co/

Episode Highlights: [0:59] Ashley of Chip The Manx shares how her journey began with Chip and Biskit [6:34] Petfluencer Ashley educates on how she helps aspiring pet content creators [12:02] Find out what their audience is most interested in from all their social media posts [20:00] Ashley shares how she keeps Chip and Biskit entertained! That's 2 cats! [23:52] Favorite go-to product of Chip and Biskit [31:39] Advice for anyone who may be considering adopting a cat especially when deciding if you're ready to bring a pet into their family [33:39] Donie shares the reason why the Vital Pet Life Podcast exists [33:56] Most rewarding part of being a pet parent! [34:39] Key Takeaways from this episode

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You may also listen here to our previous episode 🎙️ https://podcast.vitalpetlife.com/e/how-to-identify-your-pet-s-pain/

As pet parents, it's essential to know the signs that indicate when your furry friend is in discomfort. But how do you tell the difference between stress and pain? Join Dr. Amber and Donie to learn how to identify pain in our beloved pets. Let's help you better understand what your pet is going through and what you can do to support them through tough times.

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Episode Highlights: [0:55] How to identify pet pain in cats [3:07] Identifying pain in dogs [6:38] How do you differentiate between when your pet is stressed and in pain? [9:24} What can we do as pet parents to help ease their struggles? [11:25] Key Takeaways from this episode

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You may also listen here to our previous episode 🎙️ https://podcast.vitalpetlife.com/e/can-dogs-smell-your-stress/

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Sandy, renowned Pet Travel expert, who shares her favorite pet-friendly places to travel with Essie and Aspen, her two adorable and very energetic Australian Shepards.

Sandy and her pups travel all over the US and today she’s here to share her coveted pet travel tips and top strategies for keeping your dogs entertained while on the road. Hear about the most rewarding aspects of being a pet parent and what makes the bond with these two clever, active dogs so special.

Sandy also shares the specific pet products she swears by as well as valuable advice for anyone considering adopting a dog. Tune in to hear these insightful tips tricks to make your next road trip a success!

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💙 Connect with our guest, Sandy: ᐧ Facebook: Aussie (Australian Shepherd) Central ᐧ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/essie.aspen/

Episode Highlights: [1:04] How Sandy’s journey with Essie and Aspen began [2:17] The joy of traveling with dogs [3:27] A day in the life of Essie and Aspen's family [4:29] Tips for keeping intelligent, high-energy dogs entertained [7:31] Sandy's favorite pet products and supplements [13:05] SURPRISE 🥳 Something's coming back! [14:09] Sandy's valuable advice for anyone considering adopting a dog [15:42] The rewarding experience of being a pet parent 🥰 [16:03] Key Takeaways from this episode ❤️

Happy 2025! Don't forget to follow us or send us your questions at ⁠podcast@vitalpetlife.com⁠ Thank you for tuning in!

In this special New Year episode, we take a deep dive into the art of reflection, the power of setting meaningful resolutions, and more tips from Dr Amber to start the year off right. Grab a cup of your favorite beverage, tune in, and let’s kick off the New Year 2025 together!

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Episode Highlights: [1:08] 📝 Reflect on 2024 and learnings during podcast sessions [4:52] Donie and Dr Amber reflected on the past year with their pet [5:42] New Year Tips by Dr Amber [16:36] What's your New Year's resolution for you and your pet? ❤️

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🎂 In this episode of the Vital Pet Life Podcast, we’re joined by Kelly Costello, CEO and Founder of Puppy Cake, a company dedicated to making birthday cakes and ice cream for dogs. Kelly shares the inspiration behind her lightbulb moment in 2007 and how she grew Puppy Cake from a small apartment kitchen to a thriving business. We discuss the unique formulation of her dog-friendly treats, how they differ from regular cakes and ice creams, and answer common questions about dietary restrictions and safety. Plus, Kelly gives us a peek into what’s next for Puppy Cake in 2025. Tune in for a fun and insightful conversation about celebrating our pets! 🐶🐾

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Episode Highlights: [1:54] How Puppy Cake came to life 💡 [5:41] Kelly shares how long it took her for Puppy Cake to grow [7:33] Oh no! What cake for dogs did Puppy Cake discontinue this year? [16:14] What if my pet has dietary restrictions? [21:24] Find out what the most common questions Puppy Cake gets about their cakes and ice cream are. [21:52] Is it safe for cats? [26:13] What surprised Puppy Cake most about manufacturing? [33:07] What’s next for Puppy Cakes in 2025? Find out here first! [35:56] Key Takeaways from this episode ❤️

Happy Holidays! Don't forget to follow us or send us your questions at ⁠podcast@vitalpetlife.com⁠ Thank you for tuning in!