Pets Add Life (PAL)

Pets Add Life (PAL) Hosted by Certified Cat Dad Chris Bonifati and Pet Living Expert Kristen Levine, the podcast explores the many ways Pets Add Life.

🌟 Founded by the American Pet Products Association.
💜 Promoting the joys of pet ownership
🐾 Educating pet parents on pet care
🎧 New podcast episodes of the Pets Add Life Podcast every Tuesdsay – available wherever you stream! 💜 Promoting the joys of pets
🐾 Educating pet parents on pet care and responsible pet ownership
🎧 Listen to new episodes of the PAL Podcast every Tuesday
🌟 Created by the Ame

rican Pet Products Association (APPA)

Tune in to the Pets Add Life Podcast! The show dives into the latest trends in pet care, sharing heartwarming stories of animal companionship and featuring special guests that include pet experts and passionate pet owners. Each episode features two pet stories, two special guests, two product recommendations and two questions from the audience. Tune in every Tuesday for new episodes available on all major platforms.

09/08/2026

As families head back to school, pets are adjusting right alongside them. I

In episode 133 of the Pets Add Life Podcast, hosts Chris Bonifati and Kristen Levine explore how animals enrich education, support people in meaningful ways, and help make life's transitions a little easier. The episode also features a heartwarming story about an unforgettable rooster and, recognizes National Service Dog Month!

Together with their guests, they share expert insights on the benefits of classroom pets, the importance of regular grooming for your dog's health, and ways to help pets thrive during seasonal routine changes.

With Special Guests:

🐶 Jess Rona, Celebrity Dog Groomer, Author, Educator, and Founder of Jess Rona Grooming.

🎒 Melinda Thomas, Executive Director of Pet Care Trust and Pets In the Classroom.

Pet Product Recommendations:
FURminator Inc. – Undercoat deShedding Tool
Kurgo – Dog Backpacks

🎧 Listen to Episode 133 now: https://bit.ly/4yuCfUz

09/05/2026

When should a pet owner seek emergency veterinary care, and what does preventive care really look like?

In Episode 132 of the Pets Add Life Podcast, Dr. Emily King, Veterinarian, Founder of All-Star Veterinary Clinic, and Co-Host of The Veterinary Roundtable Podcast, joins hosts Chris Bonifati and Kristen Levine to discuss smarter veterinary care, preventive health strategies, healthy weight management, and recognizing when pets need medical attention.

Dr. King shares expert advice to help pet parents make confident decisions and support healthier outcomes for their pets throughout every stage of life.

🎧 Watch Now: https://bit.ly/3Uy6P0P

09/02/2026

How can pet parents make informed decisions about emerging pet wellness trends?

In Episode 132 of the Pets Add Life Podcast, Jackie Jolie, Founder of AnimaSol and Animal Wellness Educator, joins hosts Chris Bonifati and Kristen Levine to discuss red light therapy, animal wellness, and ways pet owners can better evaluate health information for their pets.

Jackie shares insights into holistic pet wellness and offers practical guidance for pet parents looking to support their animals' long-term health and quality of life.

🎧 Watch Now: https://bit.ly/3Uy6P0P

09/01/2026

What does it really take to help pets live healthier, happier lives?

In Episode 132 of the Pets Add Life Podcast, hosts Chris Bonifati of The American Pet Products Association (APPA) and Kristen Levine dive into pet wellness trends, veterinary care, healthy weight management, red and near-infrared light therapy, and how pet parents can separate fact from fiction when it comes to caring for their animals.

The episode also explores a fascinating study on cat "allogrooming" behavior, discusses proposed pet-friendly housing legislation in Massachusetts, and answers listener questions about dog jealousy and helping shy cats feel more comfortable around guests.

With Special Guests:

Jackie Jolie, Founder of AnimaSol and Animal Wellness Educator

Dr. Emily King, Veterinarian, Founder of The Veterinary RoundtableVeterinary Roundtable Podcast

Pet Product Recommendations:
Amazon.com - UV Black Light Flashlight for Pet Urine Detection
Honest To Goodness Pet - Upcycled Horse Treats

Tune in for expert insights on pet health, preventive veterinary care, pet behavior, animal wellness, and practical tips to help pets thrive!

🎧 Listen now: https://petsaddlife.org/podcast

Some things don’t need fixing, just quiet company.
08/27/2026

Some things don’t need fixing, just quiet company.

08/27/2026

🩺 Supporting the People Who Care for Our Pets with Dr. Ashley Hopkins

Veterinarians dedicate their lives to helping animals, but many face challenges that pet owners rarely see.

In Episode 131 of the Pets Add Life (PAL) Podcast, Dr. Ashley Hopkins, Veterinarian, Founder & CEO of Hopper Vets, and Career Coach with Vet Candy, discusses the realities of veterinary medicine, including burnout, work-life flexibility, and the future of veterinary careers.

🎧 Listen now: https://bit.ly/4gtQUrI

08/26/2026

What does enrichment really mean for our pets? It's much more than toys and treats.

In Episode 131 of the Pets Add Life Podcast, Emily Strong, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, Co-Owner of Pet Harmony, and co-author of Canine Enrichment for the Real World, shares practical ways pet parents can improve their dogs' emotional well-being and reduce stress through meaningful enrichment.

🎧 Tune in now: https://bit.ly/4wJEEco

08/25/2026

As families gear up for the back-to-school season, pets are often navigating a major shift in their daily routines.

In Episode 131 of Pets Add Life (PAL) (PAL) Podcast, hosts Chris Bonifati of The American Pet Products Association (APPA) and Kristen Levine explore how changes at home can impact our pets' emotional well-being and share expert advice on helping them adjust successfully.

With Special Guests:

🐶 Emily Strong, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, Co-Owner of Pet Harmony & Co-Author of Canine Enrichment for the Real World

🩺 Dr. Ashley Hopkins, Veterinarian, Founder & CEO of Hopper Vets & Career Coach with Vet Candy

Product Recommendations:
KONG - Wobbler https://www.kongcompany.com/wobbler/
Petco - Dog Splash Pad https://www.petco.com

🎧 Listen to Episode 131 now: https://bit.ly/4xiVG2b

08/20/2026

How much do we really know about what's going on inside our dogs' minds? 🐶🧠

In episode #130 of the Add Life Podcast episode, bestselling author and science writer Jennifer S. Holland shares fascinating insights into animal intelligence, exploring how dogs communicate, problem solve, form relationships, and experience the world around them.

If you've ever wondered what makes your dog so smart or so uniquely connected to you, this conversation is packed with eye-opening discoveries.

🎧 Listen now: https://petsaddlife.org/podcast

08/19/2026

✂️🐾 Affordable spay and neuter services can have a lasting impact on pets, pet owners, shelters, and entire communities.

In episode #130 of the Pets Add Life Podcast, Brianna Lovell Myers, Executive Director of United Spay Alliance, joins us to discuss the challenges pet owners face in accessing care and the solutions helping make spay and neuter services more available across the country.

If you're passionate about animal welfare and creating better outcomes for pets, you won't want to miss this conversation.

🎧 Listen now: https://petsaddlife.org/podcast

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