Life with Pets

New Ways For Pet Parents to Think About Sustainability

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

The Monumental Ways Dogs Empower Veterans

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

The Magic of The Human-Animal Relationship

There is an undeniable bond that humans have with their pets, and the benefits of that relationship are numerous. But what is actually going on between humans and animals

Exploring Pet Dental Health

As humans, we know why it’s important to take care of our teeth and we take steps to keep them healthy. But oftentimes we don’t do the same for our pets. On this episode,

How To Start Negative And Positive Reinforcement Dog Training

There is often confusion about the difference between positive and negative reinforcement training, and the efficacy of each. Eric Wiese, a certified trainer and the host

What You Need To Know About Traveling With Your Pet

If we could bring our pets everywhere with us, we probably would. Luckily, traveling with your pet is becoming more and more feasible. So what do Pet Parents need to know

Bringing Hope To Pets and People Who Experience Homelessness

There are people and pets who are less fortunate than others. Dr. Kwane Stewart wants to help them. On this episode, Dr. Kwane discusses why he started Project Street Vet

The Value Pets Have for Children in Their Lifetime

Pets and children give parents incredible amounts of fulfillment. But what’s even better is when our pets and our children share a bond that brings joy to each of them. I

Pet Insurance – Is It Worth It?

Pet insurance is not a new industry, but Christie Horvath is trying to give it new life with her company, Wagmo. On this episode, she dispels some of the myths we’ve all

How To Create a Beautiful End-of-Life Experience

Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is one of the hardest parts of being a Pet Parent. Lap of Love tries to make the process as easy and beautiful as possible. On this episod

Overcome Your Pet’s Food and Environmental Sensitivities

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 l

How to Overcome Separation Anxiety in Dogs

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 s

How One Puppy Delivered The Gift of Hope and Healing To A Young Girl

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 Ma

Dispelling Myths and Improving The Quality of Life For Cats

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

Pet Health Under The Microscope

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

Practical Advice Busy Pet Parents Need to Know

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 t

Everything You Need to Know about Adopting a Stray Pet

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 anim

Secrets of Successful Pet Training with Eric and Rashi of Lucky Dog

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 hav

Angela Kinsey on Life as a Devoted Cat Mom

You probably know Angela Kinsey from her role as Angela Martin on the award-winning sitcom, The Office. In the show, Angela is a proud cat lady and, as it turns out, that

When Veterans and Pets Come Together

Oftentimes, when a veteran returns to civilian life, it’s a difficult transition. But dogs can help ease them through those rocky stretches. BJ Ganem knows this first han