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Pets Add LifeAuthor: petsaddlife
Welcome to the Pets Add Life Podcast dedicated to pet parents and enthusiasts looking to learn more about the world of pets and pet ownership! Each week, your hosts, Certified Cat Dad Chris Bonifati and Pet Living Expert Kristen Levine, explore the many ways Pets Add Life diving into the latest trends in pet care, sharing heartwarming stories of animal companionship, and more with special guests that include pet industry experts and passionate pet owners. Each episode features two pet stories, two special guests, two product recommendations and two questions from the audience. Tune in to the Pets Add Life Podcast on Tuesdays for new episodes! Presented by: American Pet Products Association & DOGTV Language: en Genres: Kids & Family, Pets & Animals Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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123. Pet Anxiety Awareness, Cat Cafés & Choosing Safe Pet Supplements
Episode 125
Tuesday, 30 June, 2026
In this episode of the Pets Add Life Podcast, hosts Chris Bonifati and Kristen Levine celebrate the 10th anniversary of Pet Anxiety Awareness Month while continuing their Global Pet Expo 2026 coverage. Kristen shares the personal story that inspired a decade-long mission to help pets struggling with anxiety, while Chris highlights some of the most innovative products recognized at Global Pet Expo. The episode also explores the growing popularity of cat cafés, responsible pet adoption, and how pet parents can confidently evaluate supplements and wellness products for their pets. Story Time features: Kristen shares the story of her beloved dog Buck, whose severe separation anxiety ultimately inspired the creation of Pet Anxiety Awareness Month. She discusses how veterinary behaviorists, behavior modification, environmental changes, and medication helped transform Buck’s quality of life. Chris spotlights Global Pet Expo’s Best in Show Award winners and explains how pet parents can explore the newest and most innovative pet products recognized by retailers, media, and industry experts. Special Guests: Sandra Cagan, Co-Founder, Orlando Cat Café Bill Bookout, President, National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) Todd Harrison, Attorney, Venable LLP & Animal Health Regulatory Expert Pet Product Recommendations: Outward Hound Nina Ottosson Interactive Dog Puzzle Toys – https://outwardhound.com NATURVET SUPPLEMENT 4 IN 1 VITAMIN FOR DOGS – https://naturvet.com/ Q&A Topics: A cat suddenly refusing to use a self-cleaning litter box despite a clean bill of health. Chris discusses proper maintenance, hygiene, and why litter box cleanliness remains critical even with automated systems. (Submitted by a Global Pet Expo attendee) What beginners should understand about horse behavior and care. Kristen explains the importance of recognizing horses as prey animals and building trust through calm, predictable interactions. (Submitted by Olivia from Lexington, KY) Related Links: Pet Anxiety Awareness Month: https://www.petanxietyawareness.com Orlando Cat Café: https://www.orlandocatcafe.com Orlando Cat Café Franchising: https://www.orlandocatcafefranchise.com National Animal Supplement Council (NASC): https://www.nasc.cc Global Pet Expo Best in Show Awards: https://globalpetexpo.org Global Pet Expo: https://www.globalpetexpo.org American Pet Products Association (APPA): https://www.americanpetproducts.org DOGTV: https://www.dogtv.com Pets Add Life: https://www.petsaddlife.org Social Channels: Orlando Cat Café (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/orlandocatcafe National Animal Supplement Council (Facebook): https://www.facebook.com/NASCQualitySeal DOGTV (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/dogtv Pets Add Life (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/petsaddlife Pets Add Life (Facebook): https://www.facebook.com/PetsAddLife Pets Add Life (TikTok): https://www.tiktok.com/@petsaddlife Pets Add Life (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/@petsaddlife Subscribe & Listen: Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and wherever you get your podcasts! Submit a question to the podcast: https://www.petsaddlife.org/podcast Presented by: American Pet Products Association (APPA) & DOGTV
