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Every Pawprint! Every Story!

Daniel Popovic

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Frequency: 1 episode/7d. Total Eps: 21

A weekly conversation space where people honor pets they’ve lost, celebrate the joy pets bring, and support one another through pet grief. Each episode centers on a guest’s memories, the rituals that keep those pets present in daily life, and the lessons of love and loss that pets teach us!

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The Quiet Heroes Who Care for Our Furkids

Thursday, June 18, 2026 • Duration 40:11

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Your pet can look “fine” one minute and be in real danger the next. That whiplash is exactly what we get into with Dr. Jessica Corley, an ER veterinarian and medical director with VEG ER, as we talk about the moments that shape families, the animals who become our heart companions, and the split second decisions that can change an outcome.

We start with Dr. Corley’s own furkids and the unexpected ways they trained her as much as she trained them, from Nino the dog like cat to Pixel the “ray of sunshine” she holds onto when the work gets heavy. We also talk openly about pet loss and grief, including Mia’s kidney disease and Onyx’s sudden cancer related bleed, plus what pre grieving looks like when you can sense change before it’s obvious.

Then we go deep on emergency vet reality through our story with Marley and, later, Marshall’s GDV bloat. We break down what GDV is, why time is everything, what helped Marshall make it to surgery, and what pet owners should watch for when their dog is pacing, uncomfortable, or acting “not right.” Dr. Corley also shares the most common emergency surgeries she sees, how the VEG model supports families during crisis, and why compassion fatigue is so common in veterinary medicine when love, limits, and money collide.

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Maple, Squirrels, and the Life We Fall in Love With

Thursday, June 11, 2026 • Duration 39:49

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A squirrel can steal a dog’s attention in a second, but it’s nothing compared to the moment a family realizes love also comes with responsibility at the end of a pet’s life. Jenny joins me from Manchester to share stories about Maple, their cavapoo, from her changing coat color and “lead of shame” walks to the very real work of building better choices for pet parents when quality of life starts to slip.

We talk candidly about at-home euthanasia for dogs and cats and why a familiar home environment can help a pet stay calmer through their final moments. Jenny explains how home visits can support the whole household, including other pets who may need the chance to understand what happened, instead of searching for a companion who suddenly disappears. We also dig into the human side: guilt, harsh self-talk, and the heavy question almost everyone asks but nobody feels ready for, how do you know when it’s time.

A big theme is education and planning. Jenny shares why so many families wait for an unmistakable “sign,” how end-of-life often becomes urgent, and what quality-of-life markers matter most, like eating, drinking, breathing, toileting, mobility, and basic comfort. If you’ve ever worried about pet grief, anticipatory grief, or making the “right” call, this conversation offers practical language, grounded guidance, and compassion without sugarcoating reality.

If you have any other questions at all or need any additional information, please check out the following link.

👉Link to E-book : https://vetsathome.com/the-last-kindness

👉Link to Quality of Life Tool : https://vetsathome.com/quality-of-life

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The Dog Who Hugs You Back

Thursday, June 4, 2026 • Duration 43:11

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Your dog suddenly looks dizzy, can’t keep their balance, and the whole thing feels like it comes out of nowhere. That’s where our conversation with Lauren begins, with a real-life look at vestibular disease in dogs and why it can appear terrifying while still being something many dogs recover from with rest, careful management, and the right veterinary follow-up. We also talk about what it means to care for a sensitive dog when stress and excitement can make symptoms worse, and how to keep your home and routines supportive while you wait for healing.

From there, we step into the harder topic that so many families face in silence: reactive dog behavior. Lauren shares the story of her German Shepherd Zeus, how a single off-leash attack changed his relationship with the world, and how confusing it was to find trustworthy guidance. We get specific about humane dog training, positive reinforcement, and why “quick fixes” can backfire when a dog is operating from fear. If you’ve ever felt isolated because your dog barks, lunges, or locks in on triggers, this conversation puts language and empathy around that experience.

Lauren also offers practical tools you can try, including simple attention exercises that build focus and create safer “exit strategies” before a dog goes over threshold. We close with a grounded, honest reflection on pet loss grief: there is no deadline, and the pain can be part of how you honor the bond you had.

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How Two Rescue Dogs Shaped A Young Adult Life

Thursday, May 28, 2026 • Duration 34:33

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A rescue dog found on the side of the road can change the whole direction of a life, and Nicole’s story makes that feel real in the most personal way. I sat down with Nicole to talk about Dega, her “NASCAR dog from Alabama,” and how a sassy, tennis-ball-obsessed rescue became her constant through high school, COVID isolation, college transitions, and the jump into adulthood. We get into the everyday details that make dog companionship so powerful: the routines, the walks, the social connections, and the quiet comfort of coming home to a best friend who never keeps score.

Nicole also challenges the idea that younger adults aren’t into pets. From her perspective, many Gen Z pet owners are leaning into therapy, mental health awareness, and intentional responsibility while delaying big milestones like having kids. That blend makes “furkids” more than a trend. It’s structure, purpose, and a kind of unconditional love that shows up whether your hair is clean, your apartment is messy, or your day fell apart.

Then comes Dale, her new rescue puppy from Wet Nose Rescue in Blue Ridge, Georgia, adopted at eight weeks old right before senior finals. We talk crate training, potty training, the exhaustion of those early mornings, and why the puppy stage can be both tender and intense. Nicole also shares what she learned growing up with many dogs, including early experiences with pet loss, and how she’s preparing to manage dog care as she starts her hybrid job at Equifax, from vetting dog walkers to building a realistic schedule.

If you love rescue dog stories, pet parenting honesty, and conversations about dogs and mental health, you’ll want to hear this one. Subscribe, share it with a fellow dog person, and leave a review telling us: what has your dog helped you survive or become?

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A Beloved Labrador Changes One Life Forever

Thursday, May 21, 2026 • Duration 38:30

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A dog can change your entire life and then break your heart on the way out. I sit down with John in Seattle to trace that full arc, from the goofy, everyday moments of raising a young English Labrador named James to the deeper story behind his full name: James Charles, a quiet tribute to Charlie, the Labrador John lost after 12 years together.

We talk about how James came into the family only after a year and a half of healing, and why “ready” looks different for everyone after pet loss. John shares what he learned from doing the work up front: researching breeders, focusing on temperament and health, and recognizing that rare moment when a puppy seems to pick you. Along the way, we swap the kind of real-life dog stories every owner knows, from bathroom quirks to the relief of a puppy who simply is not that destructive.

Then we go back to Charlie. John describes bringing him home during grad school, learning dog ownership on the fly, and eventually bringing Charlie into a special education classroom as a beloved classroom dog. We also get honest about the hard part: hemangiosarcoma, an emergency splenectomy, the agony of waiting for biopsy results, and the overwhelming menu of cancer treatment decisions, including chemotherapy options and quality-of-life tradeoffs. The conversation stays grounded in what matters most: comfort, dignity, enrichment through “search and sniff” games, and the honor of being there through the very end, including at-home euthanasia.

If you’re navigating pet grief, dog cancer, euthanasia decisions, or the question of when to adopt again, you’re not alone. Subscribe, share this with someone who misses a pet today, leave a review, and tell us this: what helps you keep their love close?

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Three Dogs Who Shaped A Family And A Writer

Thursday, May 14, 2026 • Duration 37:24

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A rescue dog who arrives broken, a cattle dog genius who never stops working, and a black lab who turns every day into a reason to play. That’s where our conversation with Angie begins, and it quickly becomes something bigger: a clear-eyed look at why the love we build with pets can reshape an entire life.

We talk about Indy, Angie’s black lab named after Indiana Jones, and how she became part of the family after being unable to compete as a show dog. Then we zoom into Nyah, an Australian cattle dog with a mind that seems almost human: opening doors, solving puzzles instantly, launching for Frisbees, and shadowing her people like a true Velcro dog. If you’ve ever lived with a high-drive working breed, you’ll recognize the mix of awe, laughter, and exhaustion.

From there, the story turns to pet loss and pet bereavement in the most honest way: Ozzy’s rescue and rehabilitation, his sudden passing after what seems like a stroke or heart event, and the tender memory of a little girl whispering into an old dog’s ear. Angie also shares Nyah’s rapid decline, the medical unknowns, and the moment the vet makes it clear she’s dying. We talk about the hard choice of euthanasia, the guilt that can follow, and the reminder many of us need: grief is real, grief is normal, and grief is not linear.

We end on something hopeful: Angie’s children’s book series, The Adventures of Liv and Indy: You Make the Call, a nine-book choose-your-own-adventure style collection where Indy helps solve mysteries and other beloved dogs live on as characters.

Click the following link to find the book series -> Liv and Indy

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When Pet Loss Hits Like A Landslide

Thursday, May 7, 2026 • Duration 45:42

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Pet loss can knock you flat, and what hurts most isn’t only the goodbye, it’s how quiet the world can get afterward. I sit down with Koryn in Toronto to talk about the love that rescue animals bring, the trauma they can carry, and the kind of grief that follows when they’re gone.

Koryn introduces her current “furkids” Lenny, an 85-pound German Shepherd Australian Kelpie mix with a sweet, chaotic spirit, and Zelda, a tiny Turkish Angora cat who runs her day like a sundial. Then we go deeper into Georgia’s story, a Husky Shepherd Collie rescue who survived abuse, took her time choosing trust, and eventually became the heartbeat behind Koryn's work. We unpack what it really looks like to help a shutdown rescue dog settle in, why small moments can become lifelong memories, and how a pet can inspire a complete career shift, including the creation of Urban Dog Walks.

We also name what so many people feel but don’t have words for: anticipatory grief, caregiver fatigue, and the pressure of sudden end-of-life decisions. Koryn shares how Georgia’s emergency loss revealed a painful gap in pet bereavement support, and how that experience led her to build The Parted Paw, a pet loss grief and bereavement support company so no one has to feel alone. If you’re coping with an aging pet, grieving a dog or cat, or searching for real pet loss support, you’ll leave with language, validation, and practical perspective.

To learn more about Koryn's work check out her website -> The Parted Paw

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Cat Rescue Stories And A Family’s Fresh Dog Grief

Thursday, April 30, 2026 • Duration 31:58

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Your pets don’t just live in your home. They live in your calendar, your nervous system, and the tiny rituals that shape a day. Dan sits down with Jill in Dover, Delaware to talk about a life filled with rescued cats, surprise “drive-bys” on camera, and the kind of pet bond that feels funny and ordinary right up until it becomes sacred.

We swap stories about Noodlebean the dilute calico content-creation sidekick, Mittens the carport kitten turned troublemaker, Ming the unmistakable Scottish fold, and Salem the “grandkitty” who proves how fast an adoption can become a best-friend situation. Jill also shares practical, lived experience from a busy multi-cat household, including what helps when cats compete for dominance and why consistency matters when you’re trying to reduce stress.

Then the conversation turns. Jill opens up about losing Adora, a pit bull lab mix, after an advanced lymphoma diagnosis. We talk through the moment the lymph nodes didn’t feel right, the realities of dog cancer treatment costs, what steroid treatment can and can’t do, and how a family makes end-of-life decisions before suffering takes over. There’s grief here, but there’s also clarity: keep talking about your pet, build a memorial shelf, use journaling for kids, and let the love stay visible.

If you’re navigating pet loss, pet grief, or anticipatory grief, this one will meet you where you are. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs it, and leave a review so more pet parents can find these stories.

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From Obedience Trials To Film Sets With A Golden Retriever Pack

Season 1 · Episode 14

Thursday, April 23, 2026 • Duration 32:34

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Eight dogs at once sounds impossible until you hear how it happens. Tina Frausto joins me to tell the story of building a real “pack” over years of rescue, breeder dogs, and competitive training, and what that daily life teaches you about leadership, routines, and the weird little quirks that make each dog feel like a full person in fur. If you’ve ever wondered how obedience training actually works in the real world, Tina breaks it down in plain language, from positive reinforcement to the way a group of dogs naturally sets boundaries.

Then things get wild in the best way. A call from an animal wrangler pulls Tina and her golden retriever into the film industry, where hand signals become a secret weapon on set. We talk about why silent cues matter for commercials and movies, what it’s like watching a production crew work, and how a dog can become the “star” that everyone recognizes before the handler does. It’s a fun reminder that dog sports skills can lead to unexpected adventures.

But this conversation also goes where pet owners live when the house gets quiet. Tina shares the recent loss of Carson and the painful reality that even the best plan for a calm goodbye can change fast. She also opens up about losing Whiskey, her heart dog, suddenly and without warning, and what it took to make peace with a grief that doesn’t follow logic. If you’re moving through pet loss, pet grief, or anticipatory grief right now, you’ll hear language that makes space for the love and the mess of it.

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The Chihuahua Who Went To The Amazon

Thursday, April 16, 2026 • Duration 33:03

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A tiny chihuahua with a big heart can change the shape of your days, especially when your life is packed with long shifts, stress, and responsibility. I sit down with Agustina, an Argentinian doctor living in Brazil, to talk about Gavin and the kind of companionship that doesn’t just make you smile, it steadies you. If you’ve ever felt that quiet emptiness after coming home, or wondered whether you’re “doing enough” for your dog, you’ll recognize yourself in this story.

We move from the practical to the unforgettable: dog daycare during residency, a chihuahua who wants constant human contact, and the surprising reality that this little guy has traveled to the Amazon. Agustina shares what it was like spotting an alligator on a walk and deciding, instantly, that Gavin is safest in her arms. Then we shift to beach life, where Gavin runs for miles, loves sun and sand, and treats ocean water like a personal enemy.

We also go deeper into pet grief and coping with pet loss. Agustina reflects on the dogs she loved before Gavin, including a German shepherd and a Rottweiler who helped her family feel protected, plus Uma, the “mystery breed” she adopted on a whim during medical school. The theme that keeps coming back is simple: grief hurts because the love was real, and peace comes from knowing you gave them a full life.

Finally, we talk animal-assisted therapy and why dogs belong in healing spaces. Agustina describes therapy dogs visiting children during chemotherapy and how a calm, kind dog can bring a moment of normal life back to a hospital room.

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