Pet Pals Bark & Learn

Send us Fan Mail Most dog walks focus on movement. Very few focus on regulation. And that’s the problem. In this Pet Pals Bark & Learn Podcast, Pet Pal Keli breaks down a simple shift that supports your dog’s nervous system and changes behavior at the root, not the surface. If you care about intentional, informed dog care, this episode is worth your time.  Listen now. Thank you for listening t...

Send us Fan Mail Almost 15 years of full time pet care taught me about love, trust, and heartbreak..... and not just for pets, but for the people who love them too. In this episode, I share the lessons every tail, paw, and purr has taught me… Thank you for listening to this episode of *Pet Pals' Bark & Learn Podcast*! We hope these tips help make your day joyful for both you and your pets...

Send us Fan Mail The holidays don’t have to feel like survival mode, for you or your pet. In this special Christmas episode of the Pet Pals Bark & Learn Podcast, Pet Pal Keli welcomes you back after a fully booked season and delivers exactly what overwhelmed pet parents need most right now: clarity, permission, and relief. You’ll walk away knowing:  How to reduce holiday stress for your pet wi...

Send us Fan Mail Love is in the air— and so is the sound of wagging tails and happy purrs! This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating the unconditional love of our furry best friends. But let’s be real—while you’re planning your romantic dinner or weekend getaway, your pet is giving you *those* big, sad eyes.   Don’t worry—Pet Pals has your back! In this heartwarming and fun-filled episode, host Keli...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Pet Pals' Bark & Learn Podcast, we’re helping pet parents tackle the three biggest Thanksgiving challenges for their pets! From keeping pets away from dangerous holiday foods to managing anxiety caused by noisy gatherings, and even preventing those daring door dashes, we’ve got real-life solutions to keep your pets happy and safe this holiday season...

Send us Fan Mail Educated Sitters, Happy Pets!  Ready for a pet care revolution? Join us on as we spill the tea on why hiring educated professional pet sitters is the modern pet parent's secret weapon. From time-managed joy to passion-infused care, this episode spills all the deets for a paw-sitively awesome pet experience. Thank you for listening to this episode of *Pet Pals' Bark &...

Send us Fan Mail Dive into a holiday adventure with 'Holiday Hazards: Paw-Safe Festive Fun!' Join us as we unwrap the mysteries of pet safety during this jolly season. From chocolate conundrums and yuletide yummies to exploring the pitfalls of festive foliage, we've got your furry friends covered. Listen for engaging insights, laughter, and a special call to action in this episode o...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome, dear listeners, to Pet Pals Bark & Learn Podcast. Today, we're embarking on a special journey into the world of Halloween safety for our four-legged companions. As the leaves change colors and a crisp chill fills the air, our thoughts turn to the enchanting festivities of Halloween. Amidst the excitement of costumes, decorations, and trick-or-treaters, it's...

Send us Fan Mail It's fascinating to observe how the pet sitting and dog walking industry has evolved since Pet Pals embarked on this journey. Twelve years ago, the pet sitting industry was still in its nascent stage, with limited options for pet parents seeking reliable and professional care for their beloved companions.  Most were at the mercy and inconvenience of deciding between staying h...

Send us Fan Mail It’s Pet Sitter’s week y’all! So, let’s kick it off by tackling the number one question many pet owners have, “How do I know if my dog would do better in a kennel, going to doggie daycare, or having you (a Pet Sitter) come over?”  Thank you for listening to this episode of *Pet Pals' Bark & Learn Podcast*! We hope these tips help make your day joyful for both you and your...

Send us Fan Mail This is Pet Pal Keli from Pet Pals and today a new episode to the Pet Pals Bark & Learn Podcast dropped. More people than ever are including their pets in Holiday get-togethers, and making a lot pets happy in the process, on this show, I sit down to discuss the ideas, the opportunities, and the strategies to keep your pet safe from Holiday Hazards. Pet education and your abili...

Send us Fan Mail Dog walkers bring seemingly endless benefits and certainly those well beyond walking the dog and picking up poop. It's National Dog Walker Appreciation Day! Have you thanked your Dog Walker? Thank you for listening to this episode of *Pet Pals' Bark & Learn Podcast*! We hope these tips help make your day joyful for both you and your pets.  For more pet care advice, r...

Send us Fan Mail Is your dog lost in the shuffle of your busy family’s back to school schedule or lonely and bored? Pet Pal Keli is talking about 3 activities for keeping your dog active and tended-to during the school year. Thank you for listening to this episode of *Pet Pals' Bark & Learn Podcast*! We hope these tips help make your day joyful for both you and your pets.  For more pet ca...

Send us Fan Mail The excitement is in the air. The first day of school is almost here! Children are not the only ones affected by the beginning of the school year. Your dog too is affected by the change in routines.  As always though, Pet Pals has you covered. In this Bark & Learn episode Pet Pal Keli is talking about how to help your dog through the Back to School transition.  Thank you for l...

Send us Fan Mail 11 years ago, I embarked on a new adventure with the mission to improve people’s quality of life through improving the lives of their pets. The dream, at the time, brought visions of loving pets and happier people. In other words, people can be busy, live and work the lives they want, and still have the cared for loving pet that brings them so much joy. Moreover, they can have all...

Send us Fan Mail Beyond the the “ick” factor. Ticks are just plain creepy. Who wants to discover their dog is carrying around a tick or ticks sucking on your pets’ blood? Or worse, who wants to find a tick on themselves? Talking about 5 places to look for ticks on your pets, come listen!  Thank you for listening to this episode of *Pet Pals' Bark & Learn Podcast*! We hope these tips help...

Send us Fan Mail Let's face it no one enjoys sharing an environment with anyone farting, so here is some information to help you understand why your pet has to fart and what you can do to help.     Thank you for listening to this episode of *Pet Pals' Bark & Learn Podcast*! We hope these tips help make your day joyful for both you and your pets.  For more pet care advice, recipes, an...

Send us Fan Mail Oftentimes puppies (like humans) are very much individuals, independent, and how you interact with them is best when situational and according to them. However, there are some universal truths that; regardless of breed, background, or situation, that always hold true. Pet Pals is talking about what your puppy needs from you in this Bark & Learn Podcast episode. Thank you for l...

Send us Fan Mail As Professional Pet Sitters, you might imagine that we strive to be the best caretakers of your pet while you are away. And you’re right! Some characteristics of a Professional Pet Sitter might seem obvious, but truly being invested in a pet is hard work that involves lots of care, love, time, education and passion. We encourage you to listen to this Podcast. Here at Pet Pals, our...

Send us Fan Mail We love our pets and want to protect them while giving them the best care possible. Many of us have to go to work daily leaving our pets alone for many hours. We may even have to leave them for a weekend or a week or two.  Why Hire a Pet Sitter? Listen for the Fair and impartial list! Thank you for listening to this episode of *Pet Pals' Bark & Learn Podcast*! We hope the...

Send us Fan Mail Do you brush your dog's teeth?  Worrying about how to clean your dog’s teeth is normal. Pet Pals has identify some pain points and is talking you through a step by step guide you need to take to make cleaning your dog’s teeth as painless as possible. You’ll want specific supplies, lots of patience and teeth-friendly treats. One big piece of wisdom: The earlier you start clean...

Send us Fan Mail February is National Pet Dental Health Month! In this episode of the Pet Pals Bark & Learn Podcast you will learn 3 Tips to Keep Your Dog's Teeth Clean without feeling as if it’s a chore for you and your pet.. Keeping a dog or cat’s mouth healthy is a key part of overall good health; after all, the mouth is the gateway to the rest of the body.  Thank you for listening to...

Send us Fan Mail As we close out and celebrate 2021, we look back on the year of resilience. Pet Pals' mission to be the premier pet services company proudly serving Sioux Falls and the surrounding area and our core value to give back once again remained strong and consistent throughout 2021. In fact, it was this mission and all of Pet Pals' values that brought us out of 2020 in a positi...

Send us Fan Mail If you ask the members of our caring community, you’re likely to find hundreds of wonderful reasons to choose in-home pet sitter from Pet Pals when going away. But to help busy pet parents like you, we've whittled it down to a much more readable three reasons.     Thank you for listening to this episode of *Pet Pals' Bark & Learn Podcast*! We hope these tips help mak...

Send us Fan Mail Do you see what I see? Let’s slide in feet first and briefly decode some dog body language right in time for Christmas. Your dog is talking to you, are you listening? You are your dog’s best, loudest, and strongest advocate! Pet Pals releases another Bark & Learn to help our community and assist people in living the lives they want while having the loved, well cared for, and w...