Every Pawprint! Every Story!

Send us Fan Mail A solo trail run, a stranger moment that would rattle anyone, and a big dog built for endurance all collide into a story that is equal parts funny, practical, and unexpectedly moving. We’re talking with McKenzie from Rome, Georgia about her two dogs Hazel, a Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Emma, a Coonhound mix, and what it really takes to live with high-drive personalities while still k...

Send us Fan Mail A sensitive dog can change your whole world, then teach you how to rebuild it with intention. We sit down with Haley, who’s been living full-time van life for nearly three and a half years with Scout, her Australian cattle dog mix rescue, and the story is equal parts adventure and hard-won calm. From a Wisconsin shelter to a home that fits on four wheels, Scout’s journey shows how...

Send us Fan Mail A kitten gets attacked, surrendered at an emergency vet, and ends up becoming a 13-year-old tuxedo cat who still runs the house. That’s how Alex’s story begins, and it quickly turns into something bigger: what it really means to care for animals when life gets messy, expensive, emotional, and unpredictable. Alex joins me from Seattle to talk about Hiccup’s rescue, the strange litt...

Send us Fan Mail Your pet can look “fine” one minute and be in real danger the next. That whiplash is exactly what we get into with Dr. Jessica Corley, an ER veterinarian and medical director with VEG ER , as we talk about the moments that shape families, the animals who become our heart companions, and the split second decisions that can change an outcome.  We start with Dr. Corley’s own furkids...

Send us Fan Mail A squirrel can steal a dog’s attention in a second, but it’s nothing compared to the moment a family realizes love also comes with responsibility at the end of a pet’s life. Jenny joins me from Manchester to share stories about Maple, their cavapoo, from her changing coat color and “lead of shame” walks to the very real work of building better choices for pet parents when quality...

Send us Fan Mail Your dog suddenly looks dizzy, can’t keep their balance, and the whole thing feels like it comes out of nowhere. That’s where our conversation with Lauren begins, with a real-life look at vestibular disease in dogs and why it can appear terrifying while still being something many dogs recover from with rest, careful management, and the right veterinary follow-up. We also talk abou...

Send us Fan Mail A rescue dog found on the side of the road can change the whole direction of a life, and Nicole’s story makes that feel real in the most personal way. I sat down with Nicole to talk about Dega, her “NASCAR dog from Alabama,” and how a sassy, tennis-ball-obsessed rescue became her constant through high school, COVID isolation, college transitions, and the jump into adulthood. We ge...

Send us Fan Mail A dog can change your entire life and then break your heart on the way out. I sit down with John in Seattle to trace that full arc, from the goofy, everyday moments of raising a young English Labrador named James to the deeper story behind his full name: James Charles, a quiet tribute to Charlie, the Labrador John lost after 12 years together.  We talk about how James came into th...

Send us Fan Mail A rescue dog who arrives broken, a cattle dog genius who never stops working, and a black lab who turns every day into a reason to play. That’s where our conversation with Angie begins, and it quickly becomes something bigger: a clear-eyed look at why the love we build with pets can reshape an entire life. We talk about Indy, Angie’s black lab named after Indiana Jones, and how sh...

Send us Fan Mail Pet loss can knock you flat, and what hurts most isn’t only the goodbye, it’s how quiet the world can get afterward. I sit down with Koryn in Toronto to talk about the love that rescue animals bring, the trauma they can carry, and the kind of grief that follows when they’re gone. Koryn introduces her current “furkids” Lenny, an 85-pound German Shepherd Australian Kelpie mix with a...

Send us Fan Mail Your pets don’t just live in your home. They live in your calendar, your nervous system, and the tiny rituals that shape a day. Dan sits down with Jill in Dover, Delaware to talk about a life filled with rescued cats, surprise “drive-bys” on camera, and the kind of pet bond that feels funny and ordinary right up until it becomes sacred. We swap stories about Noodlebean the dilute...

Send us Fan Mail Eight dogs at once sounds impossible until you hear how it happens. Tina Frausto joins me to tell the story of building a real “pack” over years of rescue, breeder dogs, and competitive training, and what that daily life teaches you about leadership, routines, and the weird little quirks that make each dog feel like a full person in fur. If you’ve ever wondered how obedience train...

Send us Fan Mail A tiny chihuahua with a big heart can change the shape of your days, especially when your life is packed with long shifts, stress, and responsibility. I sit down with Agustina, an Argentinian doctor living in Brazil, to talk about Gavin and the kind of companionship that doesn’t just make you smile, it steadies you. If you’ve ever felt that quiet emptiness after coming home, or wo...

Send us Fan Mail One day you’re chasing summit views with your dogs, and the next you’re learning how to measure a “good day” in snuggles, appetite, and the willingness to hop out of the car. We talk with Dane' about her two doodle dogs, Daisy and Luka, and how an adventure-filled life on Washington hiking trails turns into something quieter but even more meaningful when health scares arrive....

Send us Fan Mail We talk through what happened when a whole food dog diet replaced processed routines, how that shift changed Kalinda’s mobility, weight, and quality of life, and why Marissa now thinks “fine” is not the same as thriving for our pets. If you care about canine nutrition, dog wellness, and practical ways to extend the healthy years, this conversation gets specific without getting pre...

Send us Fan Mail A family dog can be a playmate, a steady routine, and sometimes the calmest kind of therapy, all before we ever realize what’s happening. I sit down with, Dibya Tripathi from North Carolina, to talk about the pets that shaped her life and the love that stays after pet loss. From the start, we keep it real about why pet grief matters and why mourning a dog deserves the same respect...

Send us Fan Mail Grief can start while your pet is still breathing and that’s the part nobody prepares you for. I sit down with Jane, founder of saudade paws and author of A Field Guide for Pet Caregivers , to talk about anticipatory grief, caregiver fatigue, and the strange mix of love and panic that can take over when a dog’s health turns fast.  Jane shares the story of Bella, her “queen” of a r...

Send us Fan Mail A tiny Yorkie named Jazzy was so small she could “fit in a teacup,” and the people who handed her over warned she might not make it past a year. She made it to nine, and she did it with the kind of energy that makes you rethink what “a full life” really means. Terry joins me to tell Jazzy’s story, from the everyday sweetness of walks, treats, and sleeping curled under an arm to th...

Send us Fan Mail A big-hearted rescue sprinted out a front door and into Angela’s arms, and from that moment Oliver seemed to collect memories the way dogs collect sand: everywhere, all at once. We trade muddy dog-park chaos, driftwood trophies, and keys lost to the Atlantic for something deeper—how rituals stitch love into the everyday, and how those same rituals become lifelines when we face the...

Send us Fan Mail This episode is a reunion two decades in the making. Scott and I reconnected after 20 years, only to discover that our shared love for pets had shaped our lives in parallel ways.  Scott grew up in a home where dogs weren’t just welcomed — they were drawn in. His parents bred Nordic dogs, strays wandered in like they belonged, and the yard was always alive with movement, personalit...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with Derek from Southern California as he opens his heart about Piper — his running partner, his first “child,” and the soul who shaped his family long before his two kids arrived. Piper passed away on Christmas Eve 2025, leaving behind a depth of grief Derek never expected. He shares stories of their long runs together, the joyful sprint to the finish...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when you interview someone who’s had dogs for 30+ years? You get belly laughs, tender moments, and at least one story that makes you say, “Only a dog could cause that.” Mic from Chicago brings all of it — the love, the loss, and the comedy — proving that our pets never really leave us. Their stories just get better with time.  Purchase the book that inspired this podc...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt first episode, host Dan Popovic introduces Every Pawprint. Every Story. — a podcast dedicated to honoring the deep bonds we share with our pets and the grief that follows when they’re gone.  Dan shares his personal journey through pet loss and how writing his book became a healing process. He offers a glimpse into the five insights from 2025 that are shaping how...

Send us Fan Mail In this touching episode, Dan welcomes Jean from Jefferson, Georgia , who opens her heart to share the story of the pets who shaped her life and the grief that followed their loss. Jean reflects on the joy, the routines, and the quiet moments that became cherished memories — and how losing her beloved companion changed her in ways she didn’t expect. What makes Jean’s story especia...