Pet Wellness Advocate
I was enjoying a fun and funny column called "Pet City" by Andy Newman in the Sunday New York Times which was describing a whole raft of high tech and unexpected products and creations that have emerged to service the family pet. Mr. Newman was expressing surprise and even bemusement at the myriad ways inventors... Read more »
Meet my Goddaughter Melissa Rivers at the Dog Film Festival Pooch Party in Los Angeles I'm really excited to be heading to Los Angeles to premiere the Dog Film Festival there next Saturday June 4th, but I have a very special personal reason for wanting to get there: my goddaughter Melissa Rivers has agreed to... Read more »
by Craig Manor.
How do we come to terms with losing a beloved pet? The heartbreak is visceral, and the process of grieving takes time. Thankfully, there are some lovely, meaningful ways to memorialize our pets. On my show The Bond I interviewed Julie Delsoldato, the creator of The Golden Bead in Vermont, about how having a keepsake... Read more »
In preparing to take the Dog Film Festival to Los Angeles June 4th & 5th, I heard about EatSeeHear --- which is an outdoor, summer-long, pet-friendly event series, with food trucks, movies and live music. I wish there was a series like this in Vermont where I now live! The events run on Saturdays from... Read more »
Brave Heart From dumped, to darling, a rescue dog finds his true calling The very first people to buy a ticket for the Afternoon Tea Pooch Party on June 4th in Los Angeles are coming with their adorable dog Yuuki, who joined their family in a very special way. On their wedding anniversary day, Kelley... Read more »
Tracie's 5 Tips for Feeding Your Dog Right Feed dogs smaller meals twice a day. While once-per-day feedings might be more convenient for your schedule, most dogs do best (emotionally and physically!) if they don't have to go 23 hours on an empty stomach (how would you feel about that?!). A dog's digestive system does... Read more »
Dr. Donna Spector is my co-host on our radio show The Expert Vet and she's also the veterinary consultant for Halo pet foods, which makes the kibble I feed my own pair of canines. We're looking for a lucky dog who is getting chubby and his people want to help him get back to his... Read more »
Mark your calendar for Tuesday May 3rd when we'll all have a chance to help out the doggies waiting for their Forever Homes in San Antonio at the Animal Defense League. The dogs need some shade while enjoying the fresh air. It's a fine feeling to know that my $10 will actually make a big difference... Read more »
Pack of Gold A puppy goes from wired to winsome—and finds her forever family. I would like to share a happy rescue story from my friend and colleague Jennifer Erdman, who co-founded Ewegurt, the company that makes healthy dog treats from sheep’s milk, which has natural relaxant properties that reduce anxiety. Good news for stressed-out... Read more »