Vital Pet Life Podcast

Vital Pet Life is proud to be the first US-based pet brand to receive ORIVO’s certification, reinforcing our commitment to transparency and product integrity.  Join Donie, Co-Founder and CEO of Vital Pet Life, and Dr. Amber, the official veterinarian, as they unveil why third-party traceability testing is essential for pet owners, the dangers of mislabeling in the pet industry, and how ORIVO is helping brands like Vital Pet Life earn pet owners' trust. With the rise of fraudulent products in the fish oil industry, Svein Erik discusses how ORIVO is leading the charge in providing evidence-based certifications that verify the species and geographic origin of pet supplements.
Don't miss this insightful episode for a healthier future for our pets when choosing the best product by checking labels and verifying facts through transparency!
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Episode Highlights:[2:44] Journey on how ORIVO began[4:25] What is ORIVO’s mission?[8:17] What should pet owners believe when they read pet labels?[12:09] Why does the pet space need third-party traceability testing[13:24] How is ORIVO helping brands like VPL to differentiate themselves from other brands who may be selling fraudulent products?[17:17] Overview of how technology works[20:34] Key Takeaways from this episode
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You may also listen here to our previous episode 🎙️ https://podcast.vitalpetlife.com/e/dr-ambers-top-tips-tricks-for-a-healthy-cat/

Dr. Amber shares the top cat diseases and best practices on keeping your cat happy, healthy, and pain-free. Also, find out why Salmon Oil is a must-have for your cat’s wellness routine!Tune in for practical advice and tips on ensuring your cat lives the best life possible—because their health matters, too!
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Episode Highlights:[1:05] Why is kidney disease a cat's top disease?[3:31] What's Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)?[8:07] Vet recommended vaccinations for cats[10:47] Dr. Amber shares best supplements for cats and more tips[12:47] Benefits of Salmon Oil for cats
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You may also listen here to our previous episode 🎙️ https://podcast.vitalpetlife.com/e/3-best-tips-to-keep-your-pet-s-teeth-clean/

Did you know dental health plays a crucial role in our pet's overall well-being? As we celebrate National Pet Dental Health Month, Dr. Amber will guide us along as she shares tips, signs of dental disease and information on the differences in dental care for cats and dogs. Also February is Spay/Neuter Awareness Month, so sit back and listen carefully why it's so important for your pet's health and how long do they recover from it. Tune in for these essential tips to help your pets live their healthiest, happiest lives!
 
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Episode Highlights:[0:49] Why are dental cleaning and oral care important to our pets?[1:37] How often is dental cleaning needed?[3:44] Pet Dental Tips[4:37] Signs of Pet Dental Disease! WATCH OUT![8:08] Difference of Cat and Dog dental care[10:36] Can probiotics really improve oral health?[12:44] Importance of Spaying and Neutering your pet[17:09] What age should you start to spay/neuter your pet?[17:29] Healing time after spaying or neutering your pet[22:35] Key Takeaways from this episode
 
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You may also listen here to our previous episode 🎙️  https://podcast.vitalpetlife.com/e/a-pediatricians-guide-to-creating-a-healthy-and-positive-home-with-your-pets-with-dr-czarina-calderon/
 

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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You may also listen here to our previous episode 🎙️ https://podcast.vitalpetlife.com/e/cat-petfluencer-secrets-with-ashley-of-chip-the-manx/

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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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/

A new era for pet owners! Join us as we dive into the evolving world of pet parenting, exploring key issues that matter to every pet owner. Let's also explore the fascinating science behind dogs' ability to detect human stress. Could your dog be sensing more than just your emotions? Lastly, uncovering Vital Pet Life's journey as part of the Amazon  Accelerate and a bill introduced by Congresswomen aimed at providing greater support to pet owners across the country — how it could benefit you and your pet in the world of pet care.
 
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Episode Highlights:[1:54] Vital Pet Life as part of Amazon Accelerate 2024[2:23] Why is product transparency important?[4:53] Dr Amber and Donie shared their opinion about the "Congresswomen Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Support Pet Owners" article[6:58] Can dogs smell or sense your stress? Find out![10:51] Unlock the training tip shared by Dr Amber[18:07] Key Takeaways from this episode ❤️
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You may also listen here for more pet parent tips 🎙️ https://podcast.vitalpetlife.com/e/meet-jasmin-fur-mom-of-8-dogs-and-5-cats/
 
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Pasadena Humane – www.pasadenahumane.org (Assisting animals in need of emergency care)
Wags and Walks Animal Shelter - Community Relief Grant www.wagsandwalks.org   
The relief program is focusing on two critical areas:
Providing immediate relief to families through veterinary assistance - if dogs were injured or experiencing adverse challenges because of the fire - and long-term boarding if their families have been displaced due to the fires. We care deeply about keeping families together, and long-term boarding helps alleviate the pressure on families and animal shelters.  
Recovery assistance for smaller rescues in the Los Angeles area. Our community has alerted us to smaller organizations that do great work and have sadly lost everything. We believe that animal welfare is a collective effort, and we want to support our LA community by helping these organizations get back on their feet. 
Direct Relief CA Wildfire Response – www.directrelief.org/emergency/wildfire/
California Fire Foundation – www.cafirefoundation.org (Providing support to firefighters, fallen heroes, and wildfire victims)
Community Organized Relief Effort (CORE) – www.coreresponse.org (Distributing masks, hygiene kits, and more)
Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation – www.lafdfoundation.org (Equipping LAFD with critical resources like hydration backpacks)
Los Angeles County Animal Care & Control www.animalcare.lacounty.gov
Pasadena Community Foundation – www.pasadenacf.org (Supporting local nonprofits offering vital fire relief)
ShelterBox USA – ShelterBox (Provides thermal blankets, solar lights, and hygiene kits)
United Way of Greater Los Angeles – www.unitedwayla.org (Supporting low-income individuals affected by the fires)
World Central Kitchen – www.worldcentralkitchen.org (Delivering meals to first responders and wildfire survivors)

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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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 ❤️
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