Donna Wills
01/26/25 • 51 min
We’re joined by award winning Animal Physiotherapist, Donna Wills (RVN, PgCert A Physical, MIRVAP(VP), discussing her book, The Best Goodbye, which is a true story of love and farewell. Written as a life tribute to her dog, Logan, a rescued Border Collie, Donna talks about why it was so emotional to write but cathartic at the same time. It is a book about Logan and Donna’s special journey together, like a journey that all dog owners experience, but for Donna Logan was her ‘heart’ dog. Having been her constant companion through relationships, her marriage, and the birth of her children, it is a roller coaster and an emotional read as it will resonate with everyone who has loved and lost a dog. Understanding this Donna has dedicated the book to everyone who has lost a pet. Whilst talking about her own experience which pulls at the heart strings, Donna highlights top tips for making the inevitable as pain free as possible, with points to remember like caring for yourself as you grieve. Whilst sad and resonating outwards, it is also a celebration to remember the good times, the experiences, and ‘mountains' climbed together that will never leave as they are memories fixed into your heart.
Donna's website where you can buy her book and her Instagram
For more about Anna go to annawebb.co.uk
We encourage you to feed your dog raw and believe Paleo Ridge is the best place to start!
Music and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions
Cover art by Jaijo
Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd at Gruff Pawtraits
To advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: [email protected]
We’re joined by award winning Animal Physiotherapist, Donna Wills (RVN, PgCert A Physical, MIRVAP(VP), discussing her book, The Best Goodbye, which is a true story of love and farewell. Written as a life tribute to her dog, Logan, a rescued Border Collie, Donna talks about why it was so emotional to write but cathartic at the same time. It is a book about Logan and Donna’s special journey together, like a journey that all dog owners experience, but for Donna Logan was her ‘heart’ dog. Having been her constant companion through relationships, her marriage, and the birth of her children, it is a roller coaster and an emotional read as it will resonate with everyone who has loved and lost a dog. Understanding this Donna has dedicated the book to everyone who has lost a pet. Whilst talking about her own experience which pulls at the heart strings, Donna highlights top tips for making the inevitable as pain free as possible, with points to remember like caring for yourself as you grieve. Whilst sad and resonating outwards, it is also a celebration to remember the good times, the experiences, and ‘mountains' climbed together that will never leave as they are memories fixed into your heart.
Donna's website where you can buy her book and her Instagram
For more about Anna go to annawebb.co.uk
We encourage you to feed your dog raw and believe Paleo Ridge is the best place to start!
Music and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions
Cover art by Jaijo
Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd at Gruff Pawtraits
To advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: [email protected]
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The Pet Carpenter
When we’re exploring why the New Year triggers thoughts of new interiors and maximising space.
We're joined by Gemma Glover, Business Development Director at The Pet Carpenter, talking about the family business that specialises in creating bespoke pet furniture that is tailored to the unique needs of any pet - dogs, cats, rabbits , even tortoises!
As a family business the team prides itself on taking an idea and turning it into a reality. Specialising in a new concept of the crate that delivers all the practicality in space saving solutions, perfected with craftsmanship and a love of dogs.
We discuss the myth of the crate as being restrictive and being the cause of much anxiety. We chat about a study conduced by Dogs Trust and The Royal Vet College that not only dispels such misconception, but also highlights that crate trained dogs are less likely to show symptoms of separation anxiety.
The Pet Carpenter offers uber stylish ,and integrated options that transform a crate into a bedroom concept that’s space saving, and designed just for your dog’s comfort and well-being.
For more information go to their website thepetcarpenter.co.uk or follow on Instagram
For more about Anna go to annawebb.co.uk
Music and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions
Cover art by Jaijo
Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd at Gruff Pawtraits
To advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: [email protected]
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We’re joined by Catriona Lowry from The Hilltop Sanctuary in Ireland. Catriona gave up a career in fashion to dedicate her life to helping animals. Not just dogs, but pigs, donkeys, chickens and a lot of horses. In a country where there appears to be an abject negligence to the health and welfare on many animals, it was a Fortune Teller that predicted Catriona’s journey. Setting up the Hilltop Sanctuary has changed Catriona’s life, and made her realise the importance of helping creatures with no voice. Whilst a baptism of fire for her, this episode certainly highlights that some animals can indeed benefit from the luck of the Irish. We chat about her ongoing campaigns to fund this not for profit organisation, highlighting some terrible cases, but always with a smile on her face and a touch of lipstick. Tirelessly campaigning for Animal Welfare in Ireland, Catriona supports Dog Advocacy Ireland and is vehemently against the cruel puppy farming trade that earns the Irish Government over 2 Million Euros in tax money annually!
Twitter: @LowryCatriona
We recommend a raw diet for you pet and believe the best place to start is Paleo Ridge
For more about Anna go to annawebb.co.uk
Music and production by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions
Cover art by Jaijo
Cover photo by Rhian Ap Gruffydd at Gruff Pawtraits
To advertise on or sponsor A Dog's Life email: [email protected]
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