Life with Pets – Details, episodes & analysis

For many of us, we try to make choices with the environment in mind. We often ask ourselves how we can be more sustainable with our food, our clothes, and our energy. But what about with our pets? Are there ways that we as Pet Parents can think about sustainability and help the environment in a positive way? On this episode, Rachel Fall, Capabilities & Sustainability Brand Manager at Blue Buffalo Co, Nicole Kandoth, Pet Packaging Lead, Blue Buffalo, and Patrick Keenan, R&D Principal Engineer, Blue Buffalo, help us understand how the pet industry is thinking about this and provide tips on the ways Pet Parents can act and think more sustainably. 

Tune in to learn:

• Understanding the basics of pet food packaging (3:00)
• Breaking down the language of sustainability (10:15)
• Behind the scenes of designing innovative packaging (22:15)
• Where can Pet Parents find reusable options? (23:47)
• Thinking beyond sustainability (32:45)

Mentions:

• Pet Sustainability Coalition
• Walmart Loop Packaging
• Bag and Film Recycling

Life with Pets is sponsored by Buddies by Blue Buffalo. Learn more at http://lifewithpetspodcast.com/. 

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Veterans, by definition, are selfless in their service to their country. When a veteran has a service or emotional support animal, they receive the same level of selfless support. On this episode, Stefanie Marvin-Miller, the Human Resources and Veteran Manager for Sierra Delta, discusses the impact service animals make in the veteran community, and how you can get involved to help, as well.

Tune in to learn:

• How one dog turned a life around (0:10)
• Understanding what service animals do (4:15)
• Bringing dogs and veterans together (5:30)
• The bond between a human and their dog (10:10)
• Bringing the veteran community together (12:00)
• The ripple effects of a dog (18:55)
• How to help those who are struggling (22:40)
• How to get involved with Sierra Delta (32:00)

Mentions:

• Sierra Delta
• BJ Ganem’s episode of Life with Pets

Life with Pets is sponsored by Buddies by Blue Buffalo. Learn more at http://lifewithpetspodcast.com/. 

Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at http://www.mission.org.

The Half Husky Bros have hundreds of thousands of followers across various social media platforms. But behind those accounts is a real Pet Parent who has been through a lot with her dogs Champ and Tyson. Devoted dog mom Kelly McBride joins us to talk about the journey she went on to discover and treat Champ’s food and environmental sensitivities, and she gives some meaningful advice to other Pet Parents about making a long-term commitment to giving your pets the best lives possible. 

Tune in to learn:

• Champ’s story with sensitivities(0:00)
• Bringing home a new addition (6:00)
• How to stay in tune with your pet (10:00)
• Finding a community of other Pet Parents (15:00)
• How Kelly got started on social media (17:00)
• The ways our pets can still surprise us (24:00)

Mentions:

• Blue Buffalo Prescription Diet

Life with Pets is sponsored by Buddies by Blue Buffalo. Learn more at LifewithPetsPodcast.com 

Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at http://www.mission.org.

Separation anxiety is one of the most common behavioral issues Pet Parents experience with their furry family members. It’s a difficult challenge, but not one without a solution! Eric Wiese, a certified trainer and the host of Lucky Dog on CBS, joins us on Life with Pets to help Pet Parents understand what causes separation anxiety in dogs, and what we can do to help.  

Tune in to learn:

• How common is separation anxiety in pets? (4:00)
• Signs to look for if you think your dog might have separation anxiety (7:45)
• Understanding the severity of the issue (10:00)
• How to treat separation anxiety (12:50)
• Forming the appropriate bonds with your pets (15:45)
• Being proactive to avoid issues (28:40)

Mentions:

• IAABC.org
• The Humane Society
• Lucky Dog

Life with Pets is sponsored by Buddies by Blue Buffalo. Learn more at LifewithPetsPodcast.com

Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at http://www.mission.org.

When life gets hard, we look for support and comfort wherever we can. For little Anna, a battle with cancer revealed a new community of friends and partners, including Make-A-Wish and Blue Buffalo, who worked endlessly to make her wish for a puppy come true.    

Tune in to learn:

• Life’s toughest curveball (0:30)
• Wishing for a puppy (2:00)
• Finding the perfect fit (3:55)
• Making a wish come true (5:40)
• The light in the darkness (11:50)

Mentions:

• Make-A-Wish

Life with Pets is sponsored by Buddies by Blue Buffalo. Learn more at http://lifewithpetspodcast.com/. 

Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at 

http://www.mission.org.

In Mexico, there are animals who are in desperate need of help and a society in need of more education. The Balam Foundation is working to address both those concerns and it is saving the lives of countless cats along the way. On this episode, Phaedra Barratt, the founder of Balam Foundation, explains how the culture and poverty in Mexico has led to an animal welfare crisis, and what we can all do to help right now.

Tune in to learn:

• What is the Balam Foundation (3:50)
• Understanding the animal crisis in Mexico (6:50)
• The impact of the foundation (11:00)
• How old myths are leading to dire situations for cats (15:00)

Mentions:

• The Balam Foundation https://www.balamfoundation.org/
• Balam Says Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balam_says/?hl=en

Life with Pets is sponsored by Buddies by Blue Buffalo. Learn more at LifewithPetsPodcast.com

Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at 

http://www.mission.org.

You often hear about medical mysteries in the human world, and the various ways human healthcare is evolving. But what about for our pets? Who is making sure that we are constantly learning about and improving how we treat our pets? The answer is Morris Animal Foundation, which has funded breakthrough research that you and your pets benefitfrom every day. Dr. Kelly Diehl, Senior Director of Science and Communications at Morris Animal Foundation, describes some of the most exciting research projects the organization has going now, and gives some must-hear advice on what and how Pet Partners should be tracking to ensure their pets stay happy and healthy.

Tune in to learn:

• How the Morris Animal Foundation works to fund research (7:00)
• Major success stories that Morris Animal Foundation has helped fund and how it impacts pet parents (13:00)
• Some baseline things pet parents should be tracking to understand their pet’s health (20:00)
• More information about the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study (27:00)
• Helpful tips for all Pet Parents (31:00)
• How to get involved with Morris Animal Foundation (39:00)

Mentions:

• Morris Animal Foundation
• Golden Retriever Lifetime Study

Life with Pets is sponsored by Buddies by Blue Buffalo. Learn more at LifewithPetsPodcast.com

Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at http://www.mission.org.

Many of us have busy lives that take us here, there, and everywhere. We want to be with our pets 24/7, but for most people, it’s simply not feasible. This is especially true for NFL player Marquan McCall, who has three dogs and a packed schedule. On this episode, we hear about Marquan’s challenges for the first few minutes, followed by expert advice from Eric Wiese, certified trainer and host of Lucky Dog on CBS. Eric offers lots of helpful tips to busy pet parents who want to make sure their dogs and cats are cared for in the best possible ways.

Tune in to learn:

• What to consider if you have a busy lifestyle and want a pet (3:30)
• How to pick the right breed for your lifestyle (4:40)
• Helping your pet adjust to a lifestyle change (8:25)
• Dealing with guilt as a Pet Parent (10:20)
• How to find a good caretaker for your pet when you’re away (16:30)
• Training tips for nervous Pet Parents (20:50)
• Ensuring your pet can travel well, in flight or on road trips (29:15)

Mentions:

• Certified Professional Dog Walker https://www.ccpdt.org/
• Happy Puppy LA https://www.happypuppyla.com/

Life with Pets is sponsored by Buddies by Blue Buffalo. Learn more at LifewithPetsPodcast.com. 

Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at http://www.mission.org.

Donna Lochmann is a rescuer at Stray Rescue of St. Louis, and every single day, she helps save animals from all kinds of situations. But she doesn’t just bring these animals to a safe place, she gets to see the magic of how they evolve from strays into loved members of families. She explains how rescued animals can become wonderful pets, and what pet parents who adopt a rescue pet can do to bond with their new family member and help them assimilate to their new life.

Tune in to learn:

• How Donna and Stray Rescue steps in to save animals (6:00)
• Some of the biggest misconceptions about rescue pets (10:00)
• The adoption process and being paired with the right pet (13:00)
• Rehabbing a rescue dog (16:00)
• The partnership with Kenny Chesney (19:00)
• Mental strategies that keep Donna going when dealing with tough situations (21:00)
• What to do if you come across an animal in need (23:00)

Mentions:

• Kenny Chesney Partnership

Life with Pets is sponsored by Buddies by Blue Buffalo. Learn more at LifewithPetsPodcast.com

Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at http://www.mission.org.

We all love a redemption story. We want to see an underdog rise to the top. Eric and Rashi Wiese, the co-hosts of Lucky Dog, work with literal underdogs – animals who have endured a wide range of circumstances, and who deserve a second chance. Eric and Rashi explain the key pillars of successful training, and share tips Pet Parents can use to not just train, but understand their own pets better every day. 

Tune in to learn:

• One dog’s incredible rehabilitation story (0:30)
• What is positive reinforcement training? (4:00)
• When and how to implement training (6:00)
• How to put yourself into the mind of your pet (15:00)
• Can your dog smell fear? (22:00)
• Is there such a thing as an “unadoptable dog?” (30:00)
• Looking for signs of distress in your dog (35:00)

Life with Pets is sponsored by Buddies by Blue Buffalo. Learn more at LifewithPetsPodcast.com 

Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at http://www.mission.org.