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The Dog Sitting Solution: Connecting a million owners & borrowers with BorrowMyDoggy’s Founder & CEO, Rikke Rosenlund #6
The Pet Perspective by Napo
06/27/22 • 16 min
Recent years have seen a huge increase in the number of furry friends in our households, but with some returning to the office after so long at home, separation anxiety is a real issue for dog owners in particular.
We’re joined on The Pet Perspective this week by BorrowMyDoggy’s Founder Rikke Rosenlund, with solutions to give your pup the perfect care while you’re away, and share the personal inspiration behind BorrowMyDoggy.
This episode of The Pet Perspective covers:
- The recent rise in dog ownership since the pandemic in the UK
- How Borrow My Doggy works and who it’s most suited for
- Heartwarming tales from the community, including borrowers finding their partner-to-be
Links and references: https://bit.ly/3FoJhj2
Disappearing Dogs: The rise of UK pet thefts with CEO of Stolen & Missing Pets Alliance, Debbie Matthews #2
The Pet Perspective by Napo
05/06/22 • 21 min
The theft of a beloved pet is one of the most harrowing experiences an owner could possibly go through, so what support is there for victims of animal thieves?
Not too long ago there was little that police could do, but thanks to this week’s guest Debbie Matthews, CEO of the Stolen and Missing Pets Alliance, there’s growing support for owners and pets.
On this week’s episode of “The Pet Perspective” we talk about Debbie’s own journey after retrieving her two dogs, what you can do to prevent pet theft, and sources of aid if you’re a victim.
This episode of The Pet Perspective covers:
- Debbie’s personal experience with pet theft, and how it started her campaigning for legal reform
- Motivations for pet theft and the most common methods
- Resources available in the event that you’ve had an animal stolen
- Tips for preventing theft out & about, and within the home
Links and references: https://bit.ly/3FoJhj2
Regression and rebellion: what to expect when your dog hits the terrible teens, Antonella Marsicano, #16
The Pet Perspective by Napo
03/24/23 • 25 min
Raising a puppy can be challenging, and just when you think you’ve cracked the housetraining and recall... It goes out the window. You might even worry you’ve done something wrong! However, your puppy might be in regression, which can feel like the terrible teens for dogs.
We’re joined by clinical animal behaviourist and CEO of the Animal Wellbeing Centre, Antonella Marsicano, who will explain what regression is, what to expect from an adolescent dog, and how to continue your dog’s training as they get older.
This episode of The Pet Perspective covers:
- What to expect from an adolescent dog
- What is regression?
- How your own behaviour influences your dog’s training
- Understand what’s going on in your dog’s head and why they might be “naughty”
- How to find the reward that’s guaranteed to get your dog’s attention
Facing the fireworks: How to help your anxious pet on Bonfire night, Dr Julie Ashton #15
The Pet Perspective by Napo
11/03/22 • 23 min
In this week’s episode of The Pet Perspective, we're taking a deep-dive into many pet’s worst nightmare, bonfire night, and how to help anxious animals with noise phobias. (Including a few things to do at short notice to help keep your pet calm.)
This week we’re joined by veterinary behaviourist Dr Julie Ashton, owner of Life on Four Legs behaviour consultation service. She shares her expertise on how to help your dog or cat cope with the stress of bonfire night, and which gadgets and supplements are good (or bogus) when it comes to calming your pet.
This episode of The Pet Perspective covers:
- How to recognise signs of stress in cats and dogs, and explaining the traffic light system of stress
- The role pain can play in fear and phobias
- What to do in the days before bonfire night to help settle your pets
- Recognising when to get expert help, and who to approach
- Why some dogs really like 90s RnB
Trick or treat: Can training & food help pets through the stress of Halloween & Firework night?, Katie Scott-Dyer #14
The Pet Perspective by Napo
10/28/22 • 20 min
This week on The Pet Perspective, we’re going to be talking about autumn’s big holidays, Halloween and Bonfire Night, and how you can prepare your pet for the noise and activity they bring.
We’re joined by clinical animal behaviourist
Katie Scott-Dyer, who tells us all about why the autumn holidays can seem scary to our pets, and how you can teach them to cope with stressful situations from door knocking, to fireworks, and prevent fear from forming.
This episode of The Pet Perspective covers:
- What makes Halloween and Firework Night so scary for dogs and cats
- How to get your dog used to door knocking (without woofing!)
- Helping young pets so they don’t develop noise phobias
- Is it possible to teach older pets not to be afraid of fireworks?
Links and references: https://www.napo.pet/blog/podcast-14-can-training-help-pets-through-halloween-and-firework-night
Picking the perfect puppy: Finding healthy pets with vet, Dr Ben Simpson-Vernon #13
The Pet Perspective by Napo
10/07/22 • 27 min
Searches for “buy a puppy” increased by 115% during the pandemic. Yet many "pandemic puppy" owners didn't even see their puppy before buying them, something today’s guest warns against.
Having built up a following of over 100,000 animal lovers on TikTok for sharing his matter-of-fact videos on pet welfare and health topics, Ben the Vet joins us to talk about how you can pick a healthy puppy that fits into your life.
We talk about what to think about to find your perfect puppy, how to minimise the risk of future health issues, and red flags to look out for to avoid unethical breeding.
This episode of The Pet Perspective covers:
- Considerations to make to find a puppy suited to your lifestyle.
- How to make sure you pick a healthy puppy.
- Red flags to help spot unethical breeders.
- Common puppy parasites and how to prevent them.
Links and references: www.napo.pet/blog/podcast-13-picking-the-perfect-puppy-finding-healthy-pets
Doggy Diets: Fulfilling your pup’s nutritional needs with Founder of VetChef & Tails.com, Joe Inglis #12
The Pet Perspective by Napo
09/23/22 • 24 min
Nearly half of dogs in the UK are overweight or obese, and yet 80% of us believe our dogs are a healthy weight. So how can we better ensure our pups are eating right?
Trusted by millions for his veterinary advice on This Morning, Joe Inglis has founded two successful pet food brands, making him the perfect guest for this nutrition-based episode of The Pet Perspective.
We break down how to evaluate your dog’s weight needs, the role of nutrition in long-term health, which diets could be best for your pup, and how to encourage the more fussy eaters.
This episode of The Pet Perspective covers:
- How a dog’s food affects their behaviour
- Methods to tell if your pup’s the right weight
- Alternative feeding habits, like raw bones and vegan diets
- Where to find quality food, and whether to consider homemade meals
Links and references: https://bit.ly/3FoJhj2
Separation Anxiety: How to prevent & resolve hyper-attachment with Clinical Animal Behaviourist, Hanne Grice #11
The Pet Perspective by Napo
09/02/22 • 28 min
Separation anxiety is a term commonly thrown around, but within it are a number of unique and complex problems that might cause irrational behaviours.
Whether you’re a new puppy owner focused on prevention, or you’re seeking help for an older dog suffering with these issues, Clinical Animal Behaviourist Hanne Grice joins us on The Pet Perspective this week to offer top tips on spotting these behaviours, and how to prevent/remedy them.
This episode of The Pet Perspective covers:
- Shocking links between separation anxiety and dogs’ physiology
- Methods of training independence in puppies
- What can be done for older dogs with long standing separation-related problems
- How long is too long to leave a dog alone
- The best tools to help you monitor and alleviate separation anxiety
Links and references: https://bit.ly/3FoJhj2
Pets on Tour: What to know before taking your pet on holiday with Veterinary Behaviourist, Dr Sophie White #10
The Pet Perspective by Napo
08/19/22 • 25 min
It’s prime holiday season, and for those of us with pets that presents a dilemma - do we take our furry friends with us, and how can we do it with ease and safety in mind?
There’s no one-size-fits-all approach, but to help you work out the best course of action we speak with wonderful Veterinary Behaviourist Dr Sophie White on The Pet Perspective.
Join us to help break down the barriers to holidays with your pet, how you can prepare them for tricky travel, options that suit individual pets’ needs, and more!
This episode of The Pet Perspective covers:
- Options to soothe pets who don’t handle journeys well
- How early preparation can ease the travel process
- Which guidelines to check for health and vaccination info
- Scenarios in which you should consider leaving your pets at home
- The best cat/dog hotel option, from catteries and kennels to home visits
Links and references: https://bit.ly/3FoJhj2
Essential Feline Instincts: Why the indoor cat doesn’t exist with Feline Behaviour Expert, Dr Sarah Ellis #9
The Pet Perspective by Napo
08/05/22 • 35 min
If cats could talk, you’d never hear one tell you that they’re an ‘indoor cat’ by nature. Their instinct to hunt remains unchanged, and it’s vital that we keep our cats engaged.
Returning by popular demand, feline behaviour expert Dr Sarah Ellis joins us to explore how we can help indulge the need for play & prey, ways to safely introduce cats to outdoor areas, and research to help reduce the amount of prey that your cat brings into the home.
This episode of The Pet Perspective covers:
- The ongoing issue around Australia’s ‘cat curfews’
- Adapting to our cats’ fundamental instincts being unchanged
- Options for indulging essential feline instincts of play, predation and exploration
- Why there’s no such thing as an indoor cat
- Looking after feline mental health
Links and references: https://bit.ly/3FoJhj2
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FAQ
How many episodes does The Pet Perspective by Napo have?
The Pet Perspective by Napo currently has 17 episodes available.
What topics does The Pet Perspective by Napo cover?
The podcast is about Pets & Animals, Animals, Society & Culture, Dog Training, Kids & Family, Pets and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on The Pet Perspective by Napo?
The episode title 'Regression and rebellion: what to expect when your dog hits the terrible teens, Antonella Marsicano, #16' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Pet Perspective by Napo?
The average episode length on The Pet Perspective by Napo is 24 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Pet Perspective by Napo released?
Episodes of The Pet Perspective by Napo are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of The Pet Perspective by Napo?
The first episode of The Pet Perspective by Napo was released on Apr 14, 2022.
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