Midwest Pet Life

If washing your dog at home has ever left your bathroom looking like a crime scene, Candace D'Agnolo of Dante & Dory's Pet Emporium says the problem is almost never the dog — it's the setup. In this episode of Midwest Pet Life, Candace covers: The two pieces of equipment that solve most bath time struggles at home Why you should never use human shampoo — or Dawn dish soap — on your dog The double-...

Animal shelters across the country see their intake spike as much as 30% in the first days of July. A dog that has never once tried to escape a yard can clear a fence when a firework goes off two streets away. In this episode of Midwest Pet Life, Candace D'Agnolo of Dante & Dory's Pet Emporium covers what to do before the holiday, on the night itself, and if the worst happens and a pet gets loose....

Summer brings longer walks and open windows — but Candace D'Agnolo of Dante & Dory's Pet Emporium says it also brings hazards pet owners may not be watching for. In this episode of Midwest Pet Life, Candace covers: Fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes — conventional and natural prevention options Blue-green algae in lakes and ponds, and why "when in doubt, stay out" is the rule to follow Pool safety and w...

If you have ever been walked by your dog instead of walking your dog, Candace D'Agnolo has something to say to you — and it starts with the equipment in your hand. In this episode of Midwest Pet Life, Candace breaks down the tools, techniques, and mindset shifts that can turn a chaotic leash walk into an enjoyable one. In this episode, Candace covers: Why leash walking struggles start with the own...

Most pet owners have never read the ingredient list on their pet's food bag. In Episode 2 of Midwest Pet Life, host Candace D'Agnolo of Dante & Dory's Pet Emporium in Galesburg breaks down what that label actually says — and why it matters. No guilt, no overwhelm. Candace says any improvement fits any budget. In this episode, Candace covers: The one FDA rule that unlocks every pet food label What...

Midwest Pet Life, a new weekly podcast on WGIL, launches this week with host Candace D'Agnolo — pet industry veteran and owner of Dante & Dory's Pet Emporium in downtown Galesburg. Every week, Candace digs into the topics that matter most to pet owners across the Midwest — from nutrition and behavior to seasonal safety and the science behind the human-animal bond. 🎧 Listen to Episode 1 above. In...