The Furbabies Podcast

The Furbabies Podcast

Stephanie Goodman

The Furbabies Podcast is focused on all things associated with helping our pets live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Each week the Furbabies Podcast and host, Stephanie Goodman, will interview and discuss the latest best practices for helping your four-legged children live longer. You will find the best of the best when it comes to animal care, veterinary care, animal rescue, pet diets, and events that you can attend to enrich your and your animals' relationships. Each week you will hear stories from our experts and a nationwide network of animal advocates who are going above and beyond in their...

How Do I Keep My Cat or Dog Safe In Cold Weather?

How Do I Keep My Cat or Dog Safe In Cold Weather?

In this episode of the Pet Question of the Day, Stephanie discusses how to keep your pet safe in cold weather and shares top tips on how to do it! Hi everyone! My name is Stephanie Goodman and I am your host of the Furbabies Podcast and the upcoming Furbabies Summit. I’m here with the our Furbaby Question of the Day! How can I keep my furbabies safe during cold weather? 1.First and foremost: Keep your pets inside.Cats and Dogs are just as susceptible to frostbite and hypothermia as people are.

Dec 7, 2023 • 4:05

Overcoming the  Stigma of Rehoming Your Pet

Overcoming the Stigma of Rehoming Your Pet

Rarely do animal lovers adopt a pet with the thought that they will one day have to rehome their loved one. And there is often a stigma of failure or backlash that comes when an emergency or an unknown situation arises that causes us to have to look to rehome our furbaby. Stephanie Goodman discusses this stigma that plagues animal lovers who have had to find a new family for their four-legged children and how to overcome this loss and feeling of guilt that can plague us.Tune into the Furbabies

Oct 31, 2023 • 20:02

Keeping Your Furbabie Safe During the 4th of July

Keeping Your Furbabie Safe During the 4th of July

National holidays are often a great time to celebrate our history. Unfortunately, these holidays and the fireworks that surround them often lead to added stress for our furbabies. Fireworks can often scare our four-legged children tremendously. In this episode of the podcast, Stephanie Goodman shares what you can do to help keep your animals safe during the 4th of July.Tune into the Furbabies Podcast YouTube Channel at http://FurbabiesPodcast.tv.Got a question or suggestion for Stephanie and

Jul 4, 2023 • 9:29

Should I Set A Litter Box Outside For My Lost Cat?

Should I Set A Litter Box Outside For My Lost Cat?

Should I put a Litterbox outside for my lost cat?The answer is NOWhy? Instead of attracting your lost cat it can attract predators. Depending on what part of the country you live in, the smell of a dirty litter box can attract foxes, bobcats and coyotes. It can also lure in other neighborhood cats or ferals that may be tempted to lay claim to the territory ifthey see it as a food source. Most indoor cats aren't skilled fighters, or ninjas at evasion like wildlife are. If they are approached outs

Jun 7, 2023 • 4:24

Why Does My Cat Purr?

Why Does My Cat Purr?

On this episode of the Pet Question of the Day, Stephanie discusses the different reasons why our cats Purr and how it works! Why Does My Cat Purr? A lot of you have asked this question and there are a number of reasons why cats purr. Let’s talk first about the HOW they purr. Simply put, cats are able to purr thanks to muscles in their diaphragm and larynx, and something called a Hyoid bone. When you hear a cat purr, you’ll notice that they make the sound both while they inhale and exhale. Thi

Jun 6, 2023 • 5:28

Should I Adopt a Senior Dog?

Should I Adopt a Senior Dog?

Should I Adopt a Senior Dog? Many of you have expressed your desire to adopt a dog recently, and many of you have over the last year. I hear this question a lot asking if someone should adopt a senior baby rather than a young dog or a puppy. There are plus points for both of those, but for today I am going to share with you the reasons why you should consider adopting a senior dog! Now first, what constitutes a senior dog in age? In the Dog Aging Project, they say that while we can recognize an

Jun 1, 2023 • 6:17

Should I Adopt a Senior Cat?

Should I Adopt a Senior Cat?

On this episode of the Furbaby Question of the Day Stephanie talks about how awesome senior cats are and why you should adopt one now! Should I Adopt a Senior Cat? I hear this question a lot asking if someone should adopt a senior baby rather than a young cat or a kitten. Today I am going to share with you the reasons why you should consider adopting a senior cat! Now first, what constitutes a senior cat in age? I went back to the Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), and t

May 31, 2023 • 6:14

Is My Cat a Purring Healer?

Is My Cat a Purring Healer?

On this episode of the Pet Question of the Day, Stephanie talks about how amazing a cat's purr really is and how it has the ability to heal! Is My Cat a Purring Healer? A lot of you have asked this question and it relates to the nature of the cats purr. Now, in another question of the day we learned how they physically purr and some of the reasons why they purr. We know that as the muscles on their larynx and diaphragm move, it constricts the vocal cords and that causes the air to vibrate. And

May 30, 2023 • 2:45

How Do I Get My Cat to Drink More Water?

How Do I Get My Cat to Drink More Water?

On this eposide of the Pet Question of the Day Stephanie talks about how important it is to keep your cat hydrated and creative ways to get more water into their diet! How Can I Get My Cat to Drink More Water? Many of you have asked this question and it also goes in line with other topics concerning their nutrition. Hydration is SO important. A Hydrated Cat is a Healthier Cat. It also helps to keep their kidneys functioning well, stave off urinary tract infections, digestive issues, and even

May 25, 2023 • 4:19

Why Does My Cat Go Crazy for Catnip?

Why Does My Cat Go Crazy for Catnip?

On this episode of our Pet Question of the Day, Stephanie Goodman talks about why your cat goes ballistic for catnip! Many of you know what Catnip is but there are some who haven’t yet learned about this wonderful plant. Catnip is a recreational herb. You can grow it on your own or you can buy it It’s a perennial herb which means it will come back if you take proper care of it. If you grow it you can look for it under names like catmint or catswort. If you buy it in toys you have LOTS of options

May 24, 2023 • 3:46

How Do I Know If My Cat Is Stressed Out?

How Do I Know If My Cat Is Stressed Out?

On this episode of the Pet Question of the Day, Stephanie shares the signs you may see if your cat is anxious or stressed out and what you can do to help. How do I know if my Cat is Anxious? There are definite signs your cat will give you that shows they are feeling stressed out or anxious in their environment at home. Some of the top ones involve issues like peeing outside their litter box, or hiding from you, responding aggressively to you, scratching things they shouldn’t or normally wouldn’

May 23, 2023 • 3:29

Does My Dog Understand Me?

Does My Dog Understand Me?

Have you ever wondered why your dog gives you the head tilt? You know what we mean right? You’ll say something to your dog and suddenly your dog will tilt their head to one side. You’re dying to know what they’re thinking right? Well, we’ve wondered too!So we set off to find an answer to this lifelong question in the series of “Why does my dog do that?”, and we found some really interesting information! Now, we KNOW our dogs are smart, and we know that some are smarter than others. What we lea

May 19, 2023 • 3:24

Why Does My Dog Eat Grass?

Why Does My Dog Eat Grass?

In this episode of the Pet Question of the Day, Stephanie discusses the reasons why your dog might be eating grass and what to do!Have you ever wondered why your dog eats grass? We have too and we’ve certainly witnessed it ourselves! So we went looking for some answers to this. Vets say that there are several reasons why a dog might be eating grass. One, they may just like it! Some dogs have been noted to even prefer grass at different times of the year than others, like spring. Vets say th

May 17, 2023 • 2:36

Why Does My Dog Drag Their Butt?

Why Does My Dog Drag Their Butt?

Why does my dog scoot their butt on my floor? Have you ever wondered why? So have we! Hi everyone! My name is Stephanie Goodman, and I am your host of the Furbabies Podcast and the upcoming Furbabies Summit. I am here with our Furbaby Question of the Day! Do you have a scooter? No, I do not mean the fun little mode of city transportation. I mean our dogs! Little scooters! This is where you are going on about your day, when suddenly your adorable dog drops his or her butt to the floor and starts

May 12, 2023 • 4:05

Should I Microchip My Pet

Should I Microchip My Pet

In this episode of the Pet Question of the Day, Stephanie discusses the reasons why you would want to get your cat and dog microchipped! If you're looking for a Microchip company we recommend the following: HomeAgain: https://www.homeagain.com/ Avid: https://www.avidid.com/Here with our Furbaby Question of the Day! Should I microchip my pet? What IS microchipping exactly? So the resounding answer to this question is YES, if you can, you should absolutely get your pet microchipped. A

May 11, 2023 • 7:40

Helping Senior Pets With Cancer with Joanne Silverman from FetchACure.org

Helping Senior Pets With Cancer with Joanne Silverman from FetchACure.org

Stephanie Goodman talks with Joanne Silverman from FetchACure.org which is a 501 ©(3) non-profit organization focused on improving the quality of life for our pets. Their vision is simple: A common. Helping People. Helping Pets.Watch the original video HERE!In July 2006, Hannah Holland was diagnosed with nasal osteosarcoma of the skull. Little information about her condition was available, and what information her parent, Mike Holland, could find was hard to understand. So, Mike teamed up with R

May 4, 2023 • 25:56

Reaching For The Stars as a Cat Sanctuary with Cindy McCullough from Tanks Inc Cat Rescue

Reaching For The Stars as a Cat Sanctuary with Cindy McCullough from Tanks Inc Cat Rescue

In this episode of the Furbabies Podcast, Stephanie Goodman interviews the founder of Tanks Inc Cat Rescue, Cindy McCullough, about how Tanks was started and what goes into running a successful cat rescue and sanctuary. Cindy shares some of her needs and how she and her staff work with other rescue organizations to help them all succeed. For more info on Tanks click HERE!Watch the original video HERE!Tune into the Furbabies Podcast YouTube Channel at http://FurbabiesPodcast.tv.Got a question or

May 3, 2023 • 36:22

Disaster Prepping For Your Pets with Stephanie Goodman

Disaster Prepping For Your Pets with Stephanie Goodman

In this episode of the Furbabies Podcast, Stephanie Goodman shares her best strategies for preparing your pets and animals for emergencies.Watch the original video HERE!Tune into the Furbabies Podcast YouTube Channel at http://FurbabiesPodcast.tv.Got a question or suggestion for Stephanie and the show? Book a call with Steph at TalkWithStephanieGoodman.com

May 2, 2023 • 38:10

How You Trap Neuter Release (TNR) 4,000 Cats with Sandy Estes from Sandy's Feral Fun

How You Trap Neuter Release (TNR) 4,000 Cats with Sandy Estes from Sandy's Feral Fun

In this episode of the Furbabies Podcast, Stephanie Goodman interviews the owner of Sandy's Feral Fun, Sandy Estes, about her cat rescue. Sandy shares how she started, the inspiration for the rescue, and how she and her team have TNR'd over 4,000 cats since she began in her small county in Texas. She shares her biggest need and how she works with other rescues and causes to create win-win situations.Watch the original video HERE!About Sandy's Feral Fun:I am a small-town rescue that has sterili

May 1, 2023 • 45:18

Understanding Affordable Pet Insurance & Wellness Care with Jillian Adams from Wagmo.io

Understanding Affordable Pet Insurance & Wellness Care with Jillian Adams from Wagmo.io

Stephanie Goodman talks with Jillian Adams from Wagmo.io (http://Wagmo.io) about Wagmo's pet wellness and insurance plans. Jillian breaks down why you need pet insurance, the affordability, and everything that the wellness and insurance plans cover.Watch the original video HERE!Jillian leads the People team at Wagmo, a pet wellness and insurance company dedicated to the health of pets and making pet care financially accessible for all. Pets have always been a part of Jillian's world. A regular

Apr 28, 2023 • 42:46

Using Rescue Animals To Overcome Stress & PTSD with Annette Whittenberger

Using Rescue Animals To Overcome Stress & PTSD with Annette Whittenberger

In this episode of the Furbabies Podcast, Stephanie Goodman sits down with retired combat veteran and animal advocate, Annette Whittenberger. They discuss how powerful rescue animals can be for helping our veterans and people suffering from PTSD. Annette shares her story and how she overcame the urge to end it all with the help of her rescue dogs in her segment titled: Who Rescued Who? She is also the host of the podcast, A Wild Ride Called Life.Watch the original video HERE!Annette is a mil

Apr 27, 2023 • 31:13

Adventures in Animal Rescue with Stephanie Goodman

Adventures in Animal Rescue with Stephanie Goodman

In this episode of the Furbabies Podcast, Stephanie Goodman shares some of her stories and everything that you wanted to know about transporting rescue and adoption cats and dogs via airplane or automobile. She shares best practices for traveling with cats, what bag should you use, and what you need to do with the airlines in order to book travel with a cat or dog. Watch the original video HERE!Stephanie Goodman is an animal lover and animal advocate for over 20 years and she is the founder of

Apr 26, 2023 • 40:50

The Passion Behind Healthy Pet Austin Food Stores with Trevor MacKellar

The Passion Behind Healthy Pet Austin Food Stores with Trevor MacKellar

In this episode of the Furbabies Podcast, Stephanie Goodman interviews the founder and owner of Health Pet Austin food stores, Trevor MacKellar, about his journey in opening and expanding Austin's premier pet food store. Trevor shares some of his passions for pets, pet rescue, and what makes Healthy Pet Austin different from the big box pet stores. Find out more info at http://HealthyPetAustin.comABOUT HEALTHY PETTrevor MacKellar and Chris Jabbori opened the first Healthy Pet location in Austi

Apr 21, 2023 • 47:09

How to Pick the Right Pet Sitter with Kate McQuillan from Pet Sitters Ireland

How to Pick the Right Pet Sitter with Kate McQuillan from Pet Sitters Ireland

Stephanie Goodman talks with Kate McQuillan from Pet Sitters Ireland about the things that you need to consider and look for when choosing a new pet sitter for your pets. She also shares her favorite do's and don'ts along with what makes Pet Sitters Ireland so special.Kate McQuillan is the co-owner of Pet Sitters Ireland, an Irish Pet Sitting and Dog Walking company. The business was founded in 2010 and franchised years later to develop an even larger network of Pet Care Assistants around Irela

Apr 19, 2023 • 52:35

Holistic Pet Care That Every Pet Parent Needs to Know with Jody Miller-Young from the Hound Healer

Holistic Pet Care That Every Pet Parent Needs to Know with Jody Miller-Young from the Hound Healer

Stephanie Goodman sits down with Jody Miller-Young from the Hound Healer to discuss three key health pillars that every pet parent should know and implement into their pets diet and health care.http://theHoundHealer.comJody Miller-Young is a A 30-year business owner, teaching and mentoring people from all walks of life to learn new skills. She is also a Certified Pet Homeopathic Educator with over 30 years of experience using homeopathy to heal. She is certified in the practice of Green Medic

Apr 17, 2023 • 43:03

How To Grow Your Pet Business On Instagram with Stefanie LaHart from Boomtown Marketing

How To Grow Your Pet Business On Instagram with Stefanie LaHart from Boomtown Marketing

Stephanie Goodman interviews professional marketing expert and avid pet lover, Stefanie LaHart, from Boomtown Marketing on how to use Instagram to grow your pet business. Stefanie shares some of the easiest tools for using Instagram along with breaking down several profiles that you can model your page after.Stefanie LaHart empowers business owners to build the empire of their dreams. She teaches people how to use social media to find their audience, build a loyal customer base and spread their

Apr 14, 2023 • 46:42

Embracing Homeopathic Wellness & Nutrition for Your Pets with Elisabeth Rosen

Embracing Homeopathic Wellness & Nutrition for Your Pets with Elisabeth Rosen

Stephanie Goodman interviews petpreneur Elisabeth Rosen from PawPalsUSA.com about how she has embraced homeopathic care and nutrition for her animals to help them overcome disease.Elisabeth Rosen grew up with a love for animals and a curiosity to learn all she could about our relationships with them. She has been a professional in the pet care industry since 2007 with a focus on being a pet health and wellness advocate. She has worked in Training & Behavior at the Sacramento SPCA, teaches Pe

Apr 13, 2023 • 49:41

Finding Purpose & Independence Through the Assistance of Service Dogs with Christina Durst

Finding Purpose & Independence Through the Assistance of Service Dogs with Christina Durst

Stephanie Goodman interviews Christian Durst from Tails of Hope service dogs about the rewarding work of training and working with service dogs and their future owners. Christina shares some of the best practices for approaching (or not approaching) service dogs along with what goes into the process of training and matching a dog with a client.Dogs can not only be an important part of your family but can also be a person’s lifesaver. A trained service dog can be that missing link to help someon

Apr 12, 2023 • 48:51

Breaking Down the Myths of Pet Insurance & Wellness Plans with Jenna Mahan from Embrace.com

Breaking Down the Myths of Pet Insurance & Wellness Plans with Jenna Mahan from Embrace.com

In this episode of the Furbabies Podcast, Stephanie Goodman talks with Jenna Mahan from Embrace Pet Insurance and breaks down the myths and unknowns of pet wellness and insurance plans. They also discuss how Embrace processes their claims and what they do and don't cover along with Stephanie sharing some of her first-hand experiences as a client.Jenna Mahan is a vet tech of 20 years turned pet insurance expert.Embrace Pet Insurance is a leading insurance company founded back in 2003. Unlike man

Apr 7, 2023 • 40:57

The Art of Pet Euthanasia with Dr Dani McVety from Lap of Love.

The Art of Pet Euthanasia with Dr Dani McVety from Lap of Love.

In this episode of the Furbabies Podcast, Stephanie Goodman interviews Dr. Dani McVety from Lap of Love about the use of in-home pet euthanasia and the services provided by Lap of Love.Dr. Dani McVety founded Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice, a nationwide team that is dedicated to making the end of life experience for pets, and the people that love them, as dignified and peaceful as possible.Find more about Lap of Love at http://LapofLove.comWe believe all pets deserve peaceful end-of-life experie

Apr 6, 2023 • 43:12

The Joy of Having A Fur Baby with Animal Advocate Arlene Klein

The Joy of Having A Fur Baby with Animal Advocate Arlene Klein

In this episode of the Furbabies Podcast, Stephanie Goodman interviews friend and animal advocate, Arlene Klein, about her decades of experience as a pet lover and her role in supporting numerous rescues and boards.Arlene Klein has had a lifetime of living with animals. In addition, she has worked tirelessly for animal nonprofits, serving on Nationa, Regional, and Local Boards of Trustees for Animal Health and Welfare organizations.About Arlene Klein.ARLENE KLEIN has had a love affair with anima

Apr 5, 2023 • 44:18

Grooming Your Pet for A Longer Life with Master Pet Groomer Lori Leduc

Grooming Your Pet for A Longer Life with Master Pet Groomer Lori Leduc

In this episode of the Furbabies Podcast, Stephanie Goodman talks with professional pet groomer, Lori Leduc, about her best practices and tips for grooming animals. She also shares why a professional groomer can identify issues faster than your regular annual or bi-annual vet visit.Lori has been in the grooming industry for over 20 years. She is committed to educating pet parents on the benefits of grooming over the life span of their pets. She also shares why working with a mobile pet groomer

Apr 4, 2023 • 1:02:59

Using Cannabis Products To Help With Your Pets Wellness with Vet Tech David Blackwell

Using Cannabis Products To Help With Your Pets Wellness with Vet Tech David Blackwell

In this episode of the Furbabies Podcast, Stephanie Goodman interviews Veterinary Technician and Veterinary Cannabis Counselor, David Blackwell, about the uses of cannabis products to help with the wellness and temperament of your animals. He shares the importance of checking your state's specific laws and rules when working with these types of products and do's and don'ts when choosing to use them.David is a Registered Veterinary Technician and Veterinary Cannabis Counselor from Northeast Ohio

Apr 3, 2023 • 50:10

Helping Lost Animals Them Find Their Way Home with Sharon Ganzhorn from Sharon's Critter Action Team

Helping Lost Animals Them Find Their Way Home with Sharon Ganzhorn from Sharon's Critter Action Team

On this episode of the Furbabies Podcast, Stephanie Goodman talks with Sharon Ganzhorn from the SCAT Inc Team (Sharon's Critter Action Team) which is an animal rescue 501c3 nonprofit out of Virginia. Sharon shares her passion for helping animals and how her rescue has started and grown with the help of others. https://www.facebook.com/sharon.ganzhornSCAT Inc: http://www.scatinc.orgWatch the original video HERE!Sharon Ganzhorn is the president and founder of a small eastern VA animal rescue tha

Mar 31, 2023 • 48:03

Expanding the Passion of TNR (Trap Neuter Return) with the Trap King, Sterling Davis

Expanding the Passion of TNR (Trap Neuter Return) with the Trap King, Sterling Davis

In this episode taken from the Furbabies Summit, Stephanie Goodman interviews Sterling Davis, aka the Trap King, about his passion for working with feral cats and spreading the truths and good of TNR. What started as a response to a Craigslist ad to change cat litter at an animal shelter has evolved into a passion for cat rescue – particularly Trap Neuter Return (TNR) efforts focused on helping community cats. Sterling Davis, a well-known figure in the animal rescue community who goes by the na

Mar 30, 2023 • 1:14:08

Don't Fear the FeLVies:  Feline Leukemia Cats with Natascha Hamann

Don't Fear the FeLVies: Feline Leukemia Cats with Natascha Hamann

In this episode of the Furbabies Podcast, Stephanie talks with fellow cat advocate Natascha Hamman about FeLV cats and how to remove the misconceptions, fears, and misinformation that swirls around Feline Leukemia. FeLVies deserve Love too! Tune in to find out why and howTune into the Furbabies Podcast YouTube Channel at http://FurbabiesPodcast.tv.Got a question or suggestion for Stephanie and the show? Book a call with Steph at TalkWithStephanieGoodman.com

Mar 28, 2023 • 1:09:19

Traveling With Your Pet - The Do's and Don'ts

Traveling With Your Pet - The Do's and Don'ts

On this episode of the Furbabies Podcast Episode 3 we talk about flying with your furbabies, and the do's and don'ts of air travel! We discuss what it's like from start to finish and how to navigate your day. There are great tips on what to bring with you, how to prepare for the trip, how to be flexible during the unexpected, and how to help your furbaby to make it a pleasant experience for everyone!Tune into the Furbabies Podcast YouTube Channel at http://FurbabiesPodcast.tv.Got a question or

Mar 23, 2023 • 52:46

The Dangers of Blue-Green Algae For Your Water-Loving Dogs

The Dangers of Blue-Green Algae For Your Water-Loving Dogs

In this episode, we talk about how dangerous blue-green algae has become this summer for our dogs and what were once thought to be safe swimming areas! What's happened?Austin has come into the news recently after a spate of deaths from toxic blue algae blooms in Lady Bird Lake. It's Austin,and many dog owners take their pups along for boating, kayaking and swimming in our lakes but this summer it's turned truly deadly.We've already lost three dogs to this. It's just tragic.Where is it happening

Mar 23, 2023 • 15:46

Preparing For The Loss of Your Beloved Pet - The Princess Diaries

Preparing For The Loss of Your Beloved Pet - The Princess Diaries

In this episode, we talk about preparing for the loss of a beloved pet and also an amazing in-house vet service out there to help you make that passing a peaceful, dignified one for them.Watch the original video HERE!Tune into the Furbabies Podcast YouTube Channel at http://FurbabiesPodcast.tv.Got a question or suggestion for Stephanie and the show? Book a call with Steph at TalkWithStephanieGoodman.com

Mar 22, 2023 • 1:02:36

What You Need to Know About Cat Rescue & Kidney Failure

What You Need to Know About Cat Rescue & Kidney Failure

Welcome to the launch episode of the Furbabies Podcast! In this episode, Stephanie Goodman talks about some of the different pet rescue and transport groups, why pet insurance is so important, and how to cope with kitties that have kidney disease. Stephanie also shares a few of her favorite transport tales!Watch the original video HERE!Tune into the Furbabies Podcast YouTube Channel at http://FurbabiesPodcast.tv.Got a question or suggestion for Stephanie and the show? Book a call with Steph at

Mar 21, 2023 • 54:34

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