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Hi everyone! Thanks for joining me. In this spotlight episode of Val Talk’s Pets, I take a closer look at the Maltese—an affectionate, intelligent little dog with a long history as a companion breed. From temperament and grooming needs to health considerations, lifespan, and why the Maltese is so often crossed with other breeds, this episode explores what makes these small white dogs such devoted companions. If you’re considering a Maltese or simply want to learn more about the breed, this episode is for you. So let's go exploring! 📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://valtalkspets.com for links mentioned on the show and additional resources. ☕ Support the podcast: Please purchase a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/valtalkspets 🎵 Music: Purple Planet Music 🔔 Follow or Subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode. Support the show

Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets.  Fresh food and raw diets are becoming increasingly popular with pet parents, but they are not the same thing. In this episode of Val Talks Pets, I explore fresh, gently cooked, homemade and raw diets, including their potential benefits, costs, food-safety concerns and the importance of proper nutritional balance. So, let’s go exploring. 📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://valtalkspets.com for links mentioned on the show and additional resources. ☕ Support the podcast: Please purchase a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/valtalkspets 🎵 Music: Purple Planet Music 🔔 Follow or Subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode. Support the show

Hi everyone, and thanks for joining me on Val Talks Pets! Tick season can bring plenty of worry for pet parents. In this episode I look at how ticks live and find hosts, prevention options for dogs, Lyme disease risk, safe tick removal and the crucial precautions cat owners need to know. This is a biggie folks, so let's go! 📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://valtalkspets.com for links mentioned on the show and additional resources. ☕ Support the podcast: Please purchase a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/valtalkspets 🎵 Music: Purple Planet Music 🔔 Follow or Subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode. Support the show

Hi Everyone and Welcome! Food allergies and intolerances can leave dogs and cats dealing with itching, digestive upset and other frustrating symptoms. In this episode, I explore the differences between allergies and intolerances, possible food triggers and ways pet parents can begin identifying what may be causing the problem. Let's jump in! 📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://valtalkspets.com for links mentioned on the show and additional resources. ☕ Support the podcast: Please purchase a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/valtalkspets 🎵 Music: Purple Planet Music 🔔 Follow or Subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode. Support the show

Pet rats are one of those animals people either love—or are completely creeped out by. But domesticated rats are very different from their wild counterparts, and they can make intelligent, affectionate and highly social companions. In this episode of **Val Talks Pets**, Val explores what it really takes to care for pet rats, including why they should have companionship, the type of habitat and bedding they need, what they should eat, safe handling practices, and important health considerations for rat parents. If you’ve ever wondered whether rats might be the right pets for you, this episode offers a practical look at their care, personalities, needs and the rewards of sharing your home with these often misunderstood little animals. Because knowing is caring. 📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://valtalkspets.com for links mentioned on the show and additional resources. ☕ Support the podcast: Please purchase a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/valtalkspets 🎵 Music: Purple Planet Music 🔔 Follow or Subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode. Support the show

Hi Everyone and Welcome! When wildfire forces wildlife to flee and entire communities to evacuate, animals face danger, displacement and separation from their families. This episode explores how wild animals respond to fire, what happens to pets left behind and how veterinarians, rescue groups, fosters and donors help affected animals. Snuggle up with you fur baby and let's begin. 📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://valtalkspets.com for links mentioned on the show and additional resources. ☕ Support the podcast: Please purchase a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/valtalkspets 🎵 Music: Purple Planet Music 🔔 Follow or Subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode. Support the show

Hi everyone and welcome to this spotlight episode on a breed of dog that really needs renewed recognition, and that is the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.   There is lots to explore about this breed, so let’s go. 📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://valtalkspets.com for links mentioned on the show and additional resources. ☕ Support the podcast: Please purchase a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/valtalkspets 🎵 Music: Purple Planet Music 🔔 Follow or Subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode. Thanks for joining me — because knowing is caring. Support the show

Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. What does the words Backyard Breeder conjure up in your mind? Do you think of awful people that are just trying to make quick cash? Very possibly. But, let’s go exploring into the world of backyard breeding and see if this is truly the case. 📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://valtalkspets.com for links mentioned on the show and additional resources. ☕ Support the podcast: Please purchase a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/valtalkspets 🎵 Music: Purple Planet Music 🔔 Follow or Subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode. Thanks for joining me — because knowing is caring. Support the show

Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets.   It’s time to test our knowledge again with Pet Trivia 3.0. So, get yourself a score card and let’s see how you do. 📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://valtalkspets.com for links mentioned on the show and additional resources. ☕ Support the podcast: Please purchase a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/valtalkspets 🎵 Music: Purple Planet Music 🔔 Follow or Subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode. Thanks for joining me — because knowing is caring. Support the show

Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets.  Have you ever been at a loss to find a dog walker or sitter and wished you could find one through a trusted and easy process? Well today I have Tanya Emma Elessen from Pawsy, an online Canadian app, (available in other countries), to do just that.  Also, Tanya has generously offered the Val Talk’s Pets community 100 Pawsy Treats to use in - app for anyone who signs up through the link. But, you have to listen or go to my website to get the link. So snuggle up and let's learn about this wonderful app. 📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://valtalkspets.com for links mentioned on the show and additional resources. ☕ Support the podcast: Please purchase a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/valtalkspets 🎵 Music: Purple Planet Music 🔔 Follow or Subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode. Thanks for joining me — because knowing is caring. Support the show

Hi everyone, and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets.  This question goes out to all the cat parents. Does your cat pee outside of the litter box or do they pee where they shouldn’t?  Well, let’s go exploring.  📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://valtalkspets.com for links mentioned on the show and additional resources. ☕ Support the podcast: Please purchase a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/valtalkspets 🎵 Music: Purple Planet Music 🔔 Follow or Subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode. Thanks for joining me — because knowing is caring. Support the show

Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets.  In the news just recently has been the rescue of 1500 Beagles from Ridglan Farms, a biomedical research facility located in Blue Mound, Wisconsin, United States, that uses bred Beagles for experimentation. The size of this rescue was enormous, but unfortunately it was just the tip of the iceberg. And because of its significance, I thought we could go together and learn more about this incredible rescue.  📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://valtalkspets.com for links mentioned on the show and additional resources. ☕ Support the podcast: Please purchase a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/valtalkspets 🎵 Music: Purple Planet Music 🔔 Follow or Subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode. Thanks for joining me — because knowing is caring. Support the show

What makes the Labrador Retriever one of the most beloved dog breeds in the world—and why does it continue to dominate as the #1 dog in both Canada and the United Kingdom? In this episode of Val Talks Pets, we take a deep dive into the fascinating history, temperament, and enduring popularity of the Labrador Retriever. From its surprising origins in Newfoundland’s now-extinct St. John’s water dog to its development into one of today’s most trusted family companions and service animals, you’ll discover what truly sets this breed apart. We’ll explore:  Why Labradors have remained a top choice for decades  Their temperament, trainability, and suitability for families  Key health concerns every owner should understand  The truth behind common issues like obesity and ear infections And we also tackle one of the most controversial topics in the Labrador world—the rise of the Silver Lab. Are they truly rare, or is there more to the story? We break down the genetics, kennel club positions, and why some breeders are raising red flags. Whether you’re a current Lab owner, considering bringing one into your home, or simply curious about the world’s most popular dog breeds, this episode gives you the insight you need to make informed, responsible decisions. Because as always—knowing is caring. 📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://valtalkspets.com for links mentioned on the show and additional resources. ☕ Support the podcast: Please purchase a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/valtalkspets 🎵 Music: Purple Planet Music 🔔 Follow or Subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode. Thanks for joining me — because knowing is caring. Support the show

In this episode of Val Talk’s Pets, I explore the world of Pet Tech and how technology is changing the way we care for our pets. From smart collars, GPS trackers, health monitors, and smart leashes to digital records, QR codes, telemedicine, smart feeders, pet cameras, pet robots, and litter robots, there is no doubt that pet care is becoming more connected and more advanced. I also touch on One Digital Health and how digital innovation is becoming part of the broader conversation around pet wellness, safety, and lifestyle. If you have ever wondered whether pet technology is helpful, necessary, over the top, or somewhere in between, this episode is for you. 📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://valtalkspets.com for links mentioned on the show and additional resources. ☕ Support the podcast: Please purchase a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/valtalkspets 🎵 Music: Purple Planet Music 🔔 Follow or Subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode. Thanks for joining me — because knowing is caring. Support the show

Hi everyone, and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talks Pets. We call them our fur babies, our fur kids… but are we starting to treat them so much like humans that it could actually impact their well-being?  Let’s go exploring. 📩 Email me: [email protected] with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://valtalkspets.com for links mentioned on the show and additional resources. ☕ Support the podcast: Please purchase a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/valtalkspets 🎵 Music: Purple Planet Music 🔔 Follow or Subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode. Thanks for joining me — because knowing is caring. Support the show