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Val Talks Pets

Valerie Cairney

Hi everyone, and welcome to Val Talk’s Pets, the forum for pet parents and enthusiasts alike. Having been in the pet industry for over 10 years now I am going to share with you issues and questions that arise as I work with pet parents on a day-to-day basis. I am not a veterinarian but I do have certifications in Canine, Feline, Small Animal, Fish and Herptile and Avian Health and Nutrition from the University of California, Davis Extension. Thank you for listening to Val Talks Pets.

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169 episodes

  1. Halloween 2026 - Safety and Fun 14:14
  2. Spotlight - The Maltese 6:55
  3. Fresh vs. Raw Pet Food: Understanding the Differences 16:27
  4. Tick Season: What Pet Parents Need to Know About Prevention, Removal and Lyme Disease 13:08
  5. Food Allergies and Sensitive Stomachs in Dogs and Cats: What Pet Parents Need to Know 17:01
  6. Pet Rats: Care, Housing, Feeding & What to Know Before Bringing Them Home 15:47
  7. Wildfires and Animals: What Happens to Wildlife and Evacuated Pets? 17:10
  8. Spotlight - Dandie Dinmont Terrier 12:31
  9. Backyard Breeders: The Different Types and How To Spot Them 21:29
  10. Pet Trivia 3.0 – Test Your Pet Knowledge with Dogs, Cats, Birds, Fish & More 14:55
  11. The Pawzy App - A Go To For Pet Parents 31:52
  12. Cat Peeing Outside The Box? 17:00
  13. The Ridglan Beagles Rescue: 1500 Beagles, Animal Testing, and the Fight for Freedom 21:11
  14. Spotlight - The Labrador Retriever 20:29
  15. Pet Tech for Dogs and Cats 26:04
  16. Are We Humanizing Our Pets Too Much? 23:42
  17. Spotlight - The Bearded Dragon 18:38
  18. PetCurean - An Interview With Ashley Norton & Theresa Lantz 32:57
  19. How Dogs and Cats Handle Pet Loss 12:43
  20. Parrot Partners - An Interview with Judy Tennant 1:12:02
  21. Diabetes In Cats 21:28
  22. Diabetes in Dogs: Symptoms, Insulin, Diet & Care 23:05
  23. Saying Goodbye to 2025 13:45
  24. Stop Guessing in the Chew Aisle: The Smart Way to Choose Dog Chews 18:02
  25. Great Gifts for Pets—And Items to Avoid 21:02
  26. The Real Physical and Mental Benefits of Pet Ownership: Why Pets Are Truly Good for You 11:18
  27. "Human" Foods For Pets 24:23
  28. How to Choose the Perfect Name for Your Pet 15:16
  29. Dog and Cat Trivia Challenge 1.3 – Test Your Pet Knowledge! 17:55
  30. Pet Friendly Country? 16:15
  31. Spotlight - The Border Terrier 9:40
  32. Spotlight - The Cairn Terrier 8:33
  33. Parvovirus - A Serious Threat To Dogs 17:02
  34. Hot Weather and Your Pets 12:53
  35. Senior Pets: A Deeper Dive 20:47
  36. Pet Parenthood For Seniors 14:50
  37. Cat & Dog Trivia 102 15:53
  38. Pumpkin & Friends Charity - Milestones and Challenges 1:27:10
  39. Three Controversial Surgeries - The Truth About Tail Docking, Ear Cropping, and Declawing 16:50
  40. Blends For Life - An Interview With Paul Spindler 1:01:24
  41. Do Not Buy Rabbits, Chicks or Ducks as an Easter gift 13:16
  42. A Few Of My Favorite Things 10:39
  43. Arthritis in Dogs 13:09
  44. Winter Pet Apparel and Footwear 17:44
  45. Pumpkin & Friends Charity - An Interview with Founder Tammie Fox 1:29:45
  46. FIP In Cats 19:41
  47. Canine Herbalism - An Interview With Rita Hogan 1:02:18
  48. Trends For 2025 18:30
  49. Should Pets Be Allowed In Hospitals? 14:56
  50. Rescue Dogs and The Way Of Life Method 1:15:15