Val Talks Pets

Hi everyone and welcome to Val Talk’s Pets.   Question...  Do you let your dog, cat or both, sleep in your bed?  Many pet parents do, but it is surprising how often the question "Should you allow pets to sleep in your bed?" is asked.     Snuggle up with your fur baby, and let’s find out. Please remember to follow or subscribe to ensure that you never miss an episode. To really help the s...

Hi everyone and welcome to Val Talk’s Pets!  In this episode I am going to go through the main things that scare dogs, and what you can do to help your four-legged friend. So, grab your fur baby, snuggle up and let's get started. Please remember to follow or subscribe to ensure that you never miss an episode. To really help the show, please don't forget to Rate and Review each episode th...

Hi everyone and welcome to this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. In this episode, I am going to have a look at the top 10 Questions People Ask About Guinea Pigs.  If you are thinking about getting one or two, then this episode is for you.  So, grab a coffee and let’s get into the world of Guinea Pigs. Please remember to follow or subscribe to ensure that you never miss an episode. To really help the sh...

Hi everyone, and welcome to this episode of Val Talk’s Pets.   How did cats become pets?  In this episode, I will dive into the history of cat domestication. So, snuggle in with your fur baby and let’s get to it. Please remember to follow or subscribe to ensure that you never miss an episode. To really help the show, please don't forget to Rate and Review each episode that you find helpful/ed...

Hi everyone and welcome to Val Talks Pets!   Are you wondering what to do with your pets when you go on vacation?  Well, I’ve got the answers, so let’s get to it. Please remember to follow or subscribe to ensure that you never miss an episode. To really help the show, please don't forget to Rate and Review each episode that you find helpful/educational. Email me at: val@valtalkspets.com with...

Hi everyone, thanks for joining me! There are a lot of misconceptions about dogs, and having our heads filled with what could be nonsense isn't helpful. In this episode of Val Talks Pets, I’ll uncover the story behind common dog myths. So let’s dive right into these myths and separate fact from fiction! Please remember to follow or subscribe to ensure that you never miss an episode. To really...

 Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets.  In this episode I want to explore the topic of exotic pet ownership.  How many of you have heard of someone or you are someone, who owns a Bearded Dragon for example, or a Ball Python or a Sugar Glider?  These and quite a few more are considered, exotic pets.  The question I feel that needs to be asked is, “Should we take...

 Hi everyone, and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets.  Well last episode I looked at vaccines for cats .  In the interest of fairness this episode is, you guessed it, Vaccines For Dogs.  Let’s get at it! Please remember to follow or subscribe to ensure that you never miss an episode. To really help the show, please don't forget to Rate and Review each episode that you fi...

Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. Have you ever wondered what your cat was being vaccinated for?  I have.  So together, let’s go on an exploration of cat vaccines and find out.   Please remember to follow or subscribe to ensure that you never miss an episode. To really help the show, please don't forget to Rate and Review each episode that you find help...

Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. Today’s episode is all about fun, and your knowledge of cats and dogs.  Of which, I'm betting you know more than you think you do.  So get those thinking caps on and keep score if you like as we do The Cats and Dogs Trivia Challenge.  Please remember to follow or subscribe to ensure that you never miss an episode. To re...

Hi everyone, and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets! In this episode I’m going to venture into another question that I often get about cats. And that is "Why are some cats picky eaters?". So let's snuggle down with your fur baby while we discuss that very thing! Please remember to follow or subscribe to ensure that you never miss an episode. To really help the...

Hi everyone. This episode is about cadaver dogs, an interview with Debera Salo, who is a member of the Ontario Search and Recovery Canines. Yes! Cadaver dogs. You heard right. Ontario Search and Recovery Canines consists of humans with canines with independent certifications and countless hours of training, dedicating themselves to the ongoing search for missing persons in Ontario, Canada.  The do...

Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. On this episode I have a guest with me who is a first time author and I think you are going to be quite enlightened with regards to the topic. Erika Sinner is the author of Pets are Family. Now I know that everyone listening knows that, but how many of you are given any bereavement time if you have one of your fur kids pass...

Hi everyone and thank you for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets.  On this episode we are going to explore another question I get quite frequently and that is, "What can I do stop my dog from pulling?".   Yes, this is one of the frequent questions from pet parents and want they want, is a magical tool that will sort the whole thing out.  Unfortunately, that isn’t really possib...

Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets.  This episode was inspired by a rather interesting resurgence of a particular question and that is, "Do you have CBD oil for dogs?"  Hmm?  It sounds like the interest in CBD oil and its reported benefits is on the rise again.  So, let’s talk CBD oil for pets. Please remember to follow or subscribe to ensure that yo...

Hi everyone, and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. On this episode I’m going to ask for a bit of indulgence as I go a wee bit away from talking strictly about pets. We are all animal lovers’ right? So, I think this topic will be of interest as animal welfare is at stake.  Today we are going to chat about the treatment of all those animals we have our pictures taking with, o...

Hi Everyone! On this episode I will be chatting with Patti Marche, Founder of Paws In Flight and, in my opinion, a true animal hero. Paws In Flight transports, domestically and internationally, vulnerable cats and dogs to proper shelters for care and adoption, as well as running an amazing supply chain providing massive amounts of food to animal rescues. So snuggle in with your fur baby and let&ap...

 Hi everyone, and thanks for joining me on this spotlight episode of Val Talk’s Pets.  Well, it is that time when we start gearing up for the holiday season, thinking about decorating, snow, and all the things that represent and show the season.  One of the breeds of dogs that seem to be the quintessential Christmas dog is the Samoyed.  These medium-sized dogs are so fluffy and white, like snow, w...

Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets.  Well it is that time of year again when we remember and pay respects to all the military personnel past and present that have fought in wars and conflicts the world over serving their countries with dedication and sacrifice.  Now I have done a Remembrance Day episode on animals in war. So, for this episode, I’d like to focu...

Hello everyone and welcome to this, much requested, reprised Halloween episode of Cats - Lore and Legend.  Black cats are synonymous with Halloween as they arch their backs and pose in front of ethereal moons, cats of all kinds are the quintessential icon for Halloween. With this night of ghouls and goblins right around the corner I thought we could explore again the lore and legends that surround...

 Hi everyone, and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. In a previous episode, we looked at the rise of Addison’s disease in dogs. Now, in this episode we'll take a look at Cushing's disease in dogs. A topic which is being talked about more now than in the past.    Please remember to follow or subscribe to ensure that you never miss an episode. To really help the show...

Hi everyone and thanks for joining me for this spotlight episode of Val Talk’s Pets.  Today’s spotlight is on one of the gentle giants in the dog world.  I love these dogs and you really don’t see them very often, so when you do, it’s a special treat.  Are you wondering who I am talking about?  Well it is the Irish wolfhound! So snuggle up with your fur baby and listen in to find out more about th...

 Hi everyone, and thank you for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets.  On this episode, I am going to explore Addison’s disease in dogs, also known as hypoadrenocorticism. (hy-poa-d-reno-cor-ti-cism) Why?  Well, lately I have had an increase in pet parents coming in looking for answers to their pet’s diagnosis of Addison’s disease.  One person just the other day told me they were inheriti...

Hi everyone, and thank you for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. You know we all love our pets, and one way we show them how much we love them is by giving them treats. We give our dogs treats when they finish their meals, when they come in from outside, or just for being good boys or girls. Cats tend to get treats whenever, but some get them before bedtime, at a specific time of the...

Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets.  On this episode I want to explore something that has been happening in the veterinary world that to be honest, I’m not too sure about.  I don’t know about you, but when it comes to veterinary care for my pets, I want to be able to see the vet that I have established a relationship with and the one that I know isn’t recommen...