A raven started it all. Cara Elizabeth suffered emotional trauma in childhood, blocked until a raven led her to truth. What she didn’t know was how this would inspire the creation of a modern day meets mystical animal apothecary deck to help others overcome emotional blocks and manifest their desires. Cara explains it all. EPISODE NOTES: Can A Stylish Card Deck Help You Heal Emotional Blocks? Her Over 100K Followers Say Yes

This is what you read when you open the book. "You are holding not only a tribute to a beloved dog but also a story of love, loss, grief, and healing. Our beloved dog, Boris, tragically perished while saving our family from a devastating house fire. We were transformed by this experience and honored him by naming our son after him. After a time of reflection and growth, I wanted to use my talents to pay tribute to him, honor all dogs, and create something worthy of a dog's love.” This is written by Jacqueline Lemieux-Bokor, the photographer & artist behind the beautiful tribute book, Remember Me As Sunshine. WARNING: This interview is raw, filled with emotion, some tears and a lot of love. This book was given to me by a mutual friend of ours, when my beloved Sophie passed away. I sobbed over it and have done so many times since. Meeting and then interviewing Jacqueline, who is not only an very talented artist but an incredible human, and sharing her story and this book is a tribute to all pet parents who’ve loved deeply and lost and it is an inspired way to find solace and celebrate these beautiful beings we loved so much. I hope you enjoy. EPISODE NOTES: The Most Beautiful, Inspired & Artistic Tribute Book I’ve Ever Seen, To Dogs We’ve Loved and Lost. You Must Know About This

Can a crazy, rich Asian make it in the world of luxury pet fashion? TV star and fashion lover, Crystal Lynn, has launched a luxury pet fashion brand out of Australia that features gorgeous leashes, necklaces and more. Pricey? Yes. A must to land on your fashion radar? Yes! Discover Crystal Lynn’s inspiration, how she segued from the reality tv world to the pet space seamlessly and discover her most precious muse, Manolo Pigmop! EPISODE NOTES: Hot New Luxury Pet Fashion Brand Revealed

Pet fashion hounds? You know who you are! Bark & Swagger went on the hunt for you at this year’s Global Pet Expo to uncover our faves you have to know about! Don’t miss out on this fashion forward tips! EPISODE NOTES: Fetching Fashion or Just Plain Cute Stuff for Your Pets - My Global Pet Expo Roundup on Faves!

20%-60% of dogs are not considered adoptable due to behavior issues and thousands are killed each year in shelters and rescues because they are not considered safe for adoption. My guest today helps to make some of those dogs adoptable; gives them a second chance at life. His name is Thommy Harley and he’s a trainer who specializes in dogs with behavior issues in shelters. EPISODE NOTES: The Second Chance Angel

Hammy and Olivia get into all sorts of hilarious situations, from opening a petting zoo to directing an army of monkeys to limit their snacks. I’ve found myself laughing out loud scrolling through their Instagram account. E!, Access, KTLA all agree; they’ve been featured on them all and more. With a new recipe book out, we go behind the scenes with pet parent Chris Equale, to learn what life is really like for these social media stars. EPISODE NOTES: What Talkative, Adorable, Mischievous Short-Leggers Do 9m People Have In Common? That Would Be Hammy & Olivia, The Welsh Corgi Duo That Has Crushed It on Social Media

What are the hottest fashion trends for pets and where can you find them? Where do some of the top pet fashion designers showcase their wares? This fashion forward boutique was one of the first and is still innovating today. EPISODE NOTES: How A Fashion Brand Innovates for Longevity to Bring the Hottest Pet Fashion to the Space

Animal rescue advocate and talented pet brand photographer, Mindy Dutka, talks incredible rescue stories from Central America & how to make your pet and brand stand out from the rest. EPISODE NOTES: What’s It Take To Be A Great Pet Photographer?

Get the inside scoop visiting new brands I love and those doing innovative things to make a dog’s world more stylish and fun as I take you through this year’s Global Pet Expo, one of the most important pet conventions of the year! EPISODE NOTES: What’s New and Stylish for Your Pup? Discover What’s Hot At the 2023 Global Pet Expo with Me!

At 2 feet 7 inches tall and having broken over 500 bones by the time she was 10, Katherine Klimitas is still unstoppable. Born with a disease called osteogenesis imperfecta, this wheelchair-bound wonder has developed herself into a formidable graphic design artist, pet portraitist and someone so magnetic, Rod Stewart sought her out in the middle of a packed arena, to meet. Discover her story here. EPISODE NOTES: Animals, Art & Rod Stewart - When Life Gave Her Lemons, She Made Some Beautiful Lemonade

Chris Roy wants you to know about the coolest inventions for your pets. His show, Animal Innovations, feature those in the pet industry creating new or different ways to address making sure our furry friends live their best lives ever. And he doesn’t stop there. His platform, Doobert, may be a funny name but how its helping shelter and rescue animals find forever homes is amazing. EPISODE NOTES: Cool Inventors & A Hero for Shelter Animals!

When Rae adopted Kala, she didn’t know the challenges she’d inherit (sound familiar, fellow adoptors?). When the market couldn’t solve her problem, she invented her own, and created a 3-in-1 problem solver for small dog parents that’s cute and practical. Find out more! EPISODE NOTES: Is Your Dog Anxious, Outdoorsy, Small? This 3-in-1 Problem Solver Is Making Life Easier & It’s Stylish, Too!

Think handcrafted; think sustainable. Think fine fabrics you can’t wait to run your hands across. Stylish tees, collars/leashes in fabu colors, dresses for your princess and these pouches called the Mimi Walk Bag that I have seriously fallen for (check out the metallic silver). If you’re a fashion hound, Le Calico is a do not miss. Be an early adopter, like me, and hear all about the brand from its co-founder/CEO, Simone Parisi and its Director of Design/Product Development, Marianna Presotto! EPISODE NOTES: Hot Find! New Fashion House From Italy, Le Calico, Stands For Gorgeous!

Finally, your faithful style lover is able to introduce you once again, to the hottest and newest in the pet space to make your jobs as pet parents (a lovely job) easier and/or more stylish, from my favorite trade show of the year! Dive in to a Global Pet Expo 2022 round up of my favorites discoveries this year! EPISODE NOTES: Delicious New Finds For You, As Pet Industry Reconvenes at Global Pet Expo 2022

Our shelters are crowded and precious pups are being euthanized. Our soldiers are suffering with PTSD symptoms, preventing them from getting on with their lives. This non-profit - Shelter To Soldier - found an ingenious way to help them both. Find out what they’re doing and how they are saving lives from Rennie Gabriel, one of their biggest supporter/donors, and an animal lover like us. EPISODE NOTES: Shelter Dogs Get New Leash On Life as PTSD Support Dogs for Soldiers

We know how we feel about our pets, and Larry Grogan’s love for Scrappy, a scruffy adorable therapy dog is as deep as it goes. But, it’s also the stories of how Scrappy intuitive nature powerfully touched the lives of very sick children and the life lessons she taught him through how she lived, that will cause you to pull out the Kleenex. Larry shares those stories here, from his debut book, A Tail of Love: Life Lessons from Scrappy, a Pet Therapy Dog. EPISODE NOTES: 5LB Toy Poodle/Chihuahua, Scrappy, Becomes Beacon Of Hope for Sick Children & Teaches Us Life Lessons In The Process

Tell the truth! You know he or she would love to strut their precious, uniquely them stuff out to the world, but maybe mom or dad isn’t quite sure of how to present their best angles (right muzzle or left?) or get the best lighting. Thank goodness for Vasi Siedman of Pet Pix Academy, who teaches pet parents like you how to be Insta stars for their pups and kits. Find out more about how Vasi does what she does, how she’s helped other pet parents and how she can help you! EPISODE NOTES: Does Your Pet Dream Of Being A Social Media Star?

Gila is the co-founder of Dog Is Good, a lifestyle brand for all things dog for the people who love dog. From cool merch to creating programs to supporting women in starting dog-related businesses, Gila is walking the walk of empowering women, helping to build a stronger bond for us with our dogs and generally making the world a better place. Let’s get personal with Gila, as she shares her beginnings, the coolest way she met her husband (her partner in crime (and business!) ), and how Dog Is Good benefits pet parents like you! EPISODE NOTES: Can Powerhouse Women Like Gila Kurtz Help Make The World A Better Place? Heck, Yes!

When you hear a company is called Because. Animals, you know immediately that their mission comes from a focus on and love of animals. And, that is exactly where Shannon Falconer, the brand’s co-founder/CEO’s motivation resides. As former animals rescuers, she and partner, Josh Errett, are pioneering the cultured meat space. Real meat, grown from humanely harvested animal cells, fed nutrients to grow. How cool is that! This is just the beginning! Listen and discover more about what and how Because.Animals does what it does and where this eco friendly, sustainable for the planet solution to factory farming is going. EPISODE NOTES: Because. Animals, the First and Only Biotech Company Making Real Meat Treats, But…Without The Animals

Scientists Max Champie and Phil Catalano discovered the health benefits of Carbon60, or C60 for short, over a decade ago. Since then, this still little known supplement, now including the health-giving benefits of Black Seed Oil and Curcumin, has been greatly improving or outright reversing illness in pets and their people and you should know about it! EPISODE NOTES: What Is C60 & How It Is Helping Improve or Cure Health Problems

Whether it’s allergies, vaccines, diet or how to handle fleas & ticks, Dr. Judy Morgan has seen it all in her decades of practice. Today, she shares her valuable knowledge with us to help us keep our fur kids healthier naturally. EPISODE NOTES: Celebrated Holistic Vet & Nutrition Expert, Dr. Judy Morgan, Shares Important Info About Keeping Our Fur Kids

Celebrated couture designer to pets and their people, Anthony Rubio, presented his newest collection at New York Fashion Week in a special show celebrating New York’s resilience and strength during the pandemic. With creations that told a story and dazzled the eye, Rubio did New York proud and brought beauty and excitement to the dog fashion space, once again. A do not miss. EPISODE NOTES: Couture Designer to the Stars of the Furry Kind Brings Everyone Together to Celebrate New York During Fashion Week

Gina and Scott are pupsessed, like us! So, when they couldn’t find what they wanted, they took matters into their own hands and Dog Threads was born. But, it didn’t stop there. Find out why Justin & Hailey Bieber, Chris Sulllivan (Tobey on “This Is Us”) and more love their designs. EPISODE NOTES: Matching Pet Fashion? These Early Designers Are Celeb Faves

High tech meets sleek design, with a generous dollop of making life easier and more beautiful for pet parents, is what Instachew is all about. From hydration systems and feeders to waste removal and entertainment, I love their innovative approach and think you will, too! EPISODE NOTES: What Makes This Brand Better? Innovation and Design To Make Your Lives Easier (and Prettier)

Just like when we do something we love and get a jolt of happiness that contributes to our overall health, so do our pets. Sniffing (or snuffling) is a big part of that and this company is making just about the cutest snuffle mats I’ve seen. Find out more and listen to the end to get a special discount only for the Bark & Swagger Family! EPISODE NOTES: What is the Happiness Protocol & Why Does it Matter to My Pet’s Health?

We all want our fur babies living longer and living their best life ever. So, when I hear about an expert in an area that promotes heart and brain health, I wanted to know more and share with you. Dr. Stephen Sinatra is a human cardiologist who was a very early promoter of the value of COQ10 as a key supplement in our and our pets’ health plan. A major dog lover, he created a brand especially for them that features products with this important enzyme. Here, he breaks it all down for us and offers a special discount for the Bark & Swagger family! EPISODE NOTES: Can This Supplement Avoid Heart Disease & Promote Brain Health in our Pets?

Julie Anne Lee was a vet tech in a conventional animal hospital when her own young dog was diagnosed with aggressive cancer. Her training and panic was leading her down the traditional path of chemo and steroids but she stopped and reached out to a holistic practitioner. Hear the amazing story about what happened next and the journey it started her on to create one of the top holistic veterinary hospitals in the world. EPISODE NOTES: How One Conventional Vet Tech Cured Her Own Dog’s Cancer Naturally and Never Looked Back

Stray gives a very intimate look at what it’s like to be a stray dog in Turkey, the only country where its people fought to have strays protected from capture and killing. And see it all from the dog’s point of view. Go behind-the-scenes of the making of this award-winning film and hear the filmmaker’s stories of what it was like working with these dogs and what it shows us about ourselves. A not to be missed! EPISODE NOTES: Award-Winning Filmmaker Talks Behind-The-Scenes Tales About Her New Film, Stray

A huge shift in our economic, media, legal, political and social landscape has transpired in the last 20 years, fueled by none other than our pets. How, why and what does it mean for us? Listen on to find out, as author of Pet Nation: The Love Affair That Changed America, reveals it all. EPISODE NOTES: Ever Wondered What Your Dog Was Thinking? Today’s Guest Can Help You Find Out

What is he trying to tell me? Why does she do that? We try so hard to understand our beloved pets, but let’s face it; they don’t speak English. But, is there a way to know what’s going on in their minds? Today’s guest, Stacy Krafczyk says yes, and she’s had miraculous results over the course of 20 years. EPISODE NOTES: Ever Wondered What Your Dog Was Thinking? Today’s Guest Can Help You Find Out

By description, Monkey’s House is a safe haven for terminally ill shelter dogs. To hear from Jeff and Michele Allen, its founders, is to discover so much more. From the stories of broken down dogs who came to life to the over-the-top individual health plans that fueled these changes, Monkey’s House is quietly shifting the landscape of what’s possible for destined for death terminally ill shelter dogs. EPISODE NOTES: A Wellness Haven for Terminal Shelter Dogs - Meet the Founders of Monkey’s House

Mother/daughter partners, Barbara and Alexandra Ahlfield, created an unusual brand that brings Barbara’s vibrant fine art (often including animals) together with Alexandra’s keen marketing sensibilities. SisuMoi celebrates strong women; is about empowering women. Discover your SisuMoi - what does that mean? - about the beautiful objects they offer and the stories behind the pieces. Do you have a SisuMoi story to share? EPISODE NOTES: Marrying Gorgeous Fine Art with Fashion/Home Decor Items: Meet SisuMoi

It’s Lost Pet Prevention Month in July, and PetHub offers 360-degree protection for your baby and great tips for us pet parents. What is PetHub and how do they do it? Learn what to do to protect them and what PetHub offers to keep them safe. EPISODE NOTES: Do You Know How to Protect Your Baby If They Get Lost? Discover The Cutting Edge System for a Safer Pet

When Linda Kozlowski adopted her kitten Anna, like many of us who’ve visited shelters, she wanted to take them all home. Learn what she decided to do to make shelter animals feel more secure and about the army she developed to help her. EPISODE NOTES: A Security Blanket for Shelter Animals

It’s cute, colorful and comfortable. The Shed Defender is also versatile. What are all the things it can do to help your dog? I’m talking with founder Tyson Walters to find out! EPISODE NOTES: An Innovative Onesie for Dogs That Solves Lots of Problems

We’re mixing it up a bit this year at Global; bringing you not only fresh fashion and accessories, but also interesting new products in nutrition and healthcare, so get comfortable…it’s going to be a great ride! EPISODE NOTES: The Newest Labels, Celebrity Pets & Products to Take Better Care of our Dogs: There’s Lots to Discover at Global Pet Expo 2020!

We’re mixing it up a bit this year at Global; bringing you not only fresh fashion and accessories, but also interesting new products in nutrition and healthcare, so get comfortable…it’s going to be a great ride! EPISODE NOTES: The Newest Labels, Celebrity Pets & Products to Take Better Care of our Dogs: There’s Lots to Discover at Global Pet Expo 2020!

Pet fashion show notable, Wendy DePinto, and her husband, Greg, recently opened Gigi’s Pet Market in honor of their fashion show award-winner and the Palm Beaches will never be the same. Come with me to their first Halloween Costume Contest, where the elaborate meets the minimalist, as the dogs parade their attire. EPISODE NOTES: Boo Bees, Bambi & More At the Inaugural Gigi’s Pet Market Halloween Costume Contest on Pet Life Radio

When Kristen and Marc Peralta rescued their senior dog, Rue McClanahan, they had no idea their home would become a haven for other seniors, too. A passion for senior dogs and vintage furniture came together in Vintage Pet Rescue and the combination couldn’t be more apropos. I learned about this wonderful rescue from a profile done in People magazine, but here, Kristen shares with us the stories of these dogs she and Marc have given a new lease on life and a safe final place to call home. EPISODE NOTES: A Retirement Home for Senior Pups: Vintage Dogs Meet Vintage Furniture. What, You Say on Pet Life Radio

When Peter Michelena rescued his Pit mix puppy, Daisy, he had no idea she would be his bridge into Pitbull love. Now ,10 years later, Daisy is a lovely senior and Peter has gathered Pitbull moms and dads all over his hometown of Los Angeles, to create his coffee table book, The Big Book of Pitbull Headshots from Hollywood. It’s a wonderful book, full of beautiful dogs who are loving additions to their families and communities. And, Peter is donating 10% of proceeds to Pit Bull rescues, primarily Karma Rescue, Angel City Pits, Downtown Dog Rescue and Best Friends NKLA. EPISODE NOTES: Over 200 Pit Mixes Sit for Hollywood Celebrity Photographer for Coffee Table Book on Pet Life Radio

Marla Stahl is an animal lover who composes charming stories for kids, based on dogs and people she knows. Their antics and adventures reveal lessons for children about kindness to animals, while entertaining at the same time. Learning about the real people and dogs behind her stories made me smile, and I think they will for you, too. EPISODE NOTES: Teaching Kids to Care About Dogs, One Story At A Time on Pet Life Radio

Vibrant colors, unique, whimsical patterns and a strong team is behind start up, Pawsitivity’s rapid rise. Label founder, Rebecca McCrensky and her partner, James Broad share how they’re killing it in the space. EPISODE NOTES: Startup Stories: Meet Pawsitivity, the Dog Space’s New Apparel & Accessories Brand on Pet Life Radio

TV producer, animal activist and dog trainer, Susan Rubin, shares the very personal celebrity stories from her show, From the Pound to the Penthouse, proving once again that our rescue pets save us as much, and sometimes more, than we save them. A don’t miss. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Celebrity Stories About The Rescued Pets Who Saved Them: From The Pound to the Penthouse on Pet Life Radio

Julie Anne Lee created the first all natural veterinary clinic in Canada and one of the first in the US. She is incredibly knowledgeable on canine conditions and how to heal them through homeopathy and other natural remedies. Talking with her blew me away and taught me so so much. This is a don’t miss if you want to help your dog live a longer, fuller life. What’s more stylish than that?! More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Health Watch: Itchy Skin? Stomach Issues? Julie Anne Lee Has Natural Answers & Powerful Info to Help Us Help Them on Pet Life Radio

Have you ever thought about fostering? Cara Sue Achterberg hadn’t until she went looking for a companion for her dog. What happened and what she learned led her on a journey that, today, includes over 130 dogs she’s fostered, helped ready for forever homes and it’s been quite the ride. Hear her stories and learn how you, too, could be a foster parent and why it’s so important. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Japanese Simplicity Meets How One Woman & Her Family Fostered 50 Dogs in 2 Years: The Stories on Pet Life Radio

Mariko Nakaya was inspired by love of her native Japanese simplicity, as well as Brooklyn vintage style. When she was diagnosed with a life-threatening disease, it was her rescue dog, Brownie, and her passion for creating that helped her get well. Dog fashion and inspiring human accessories was the result. Bark & Swagger’s StartUp Stories introduces Milltown Brand. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Japanese Simplicity Meets Vintage American Flavor in Milltown Brand on Pet Life Radio

Go behind the scenes of one of New York’s rising Instagram dog stars to the New York Fashion Week shows, the parties, the brands and places she loves and the city she calls home. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Rising Dog Star, Holly Go Lightly, Lives the Fashion Model Life in NYC on Pet Life Radio

There was so much goodness and so many fascinating stories at this year’s Global Pet Expo in Orlando, we couldn’t fit it all into one show. The Blind Hiker, BaristArt, the artist drawing our pets and celebs into coffee froth, the woman paralyzed from the neck down who created a product to help our senior and injured pets and lots of fashion, lifestyle and more! There’s much to discover, so let’s get started! More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Discovering the New at Global Pet Expo 2019; Part 2 on Pet Life Radio