5 Minute Dog Wellness

Anna@Nuvi
  • 5.0 (1)
  • Pets & Animals

A warm, practical weekly podcast for dog parents, helping you understand the everyday health, behavior and wellbeing challenges that come with caring for a happy, calmer dog. 

Episodes

  1. 1d ago

    Bonus Episode: "Getting your dog ready for BBQ & fireworks season"

    A quick pre-4th-of-July prep list - because more dogs go missing this week than any other.  More dogs go missing around the Fourth of July than at any other time of year and a few small things, done ahead of time, can keep yours safe. Between the fireworks, the crowds, the grill smells, and the gate that keeps getting left open, Independence Day is genuinely overwhelming for a lot of dogs. And shelters see a sharp spike in lost pets in the days around it. In this quick bonus episode of 5 Minute Dog Wellness, host Anna shares a simple prep list to get your dog through summer party season calm and secure: how to secure the exits and double-check ID and microchip details, why setting up a quiet retreat room beats forcing your dog to "join the fun," tiring them out early, the barbecue foods to keep well out of reach, and when to start any calming routine so it actually has time to work. Plus the fireworks game plan itself - the same one that works for thunderstorms. Three minutes now could save you a frantic search later. 🎧 Curious where your own dog lands? Take the quiz: What's Your Dog's Personality Type?: quiz

    8 min

  2. 3d ago

    Seasonal Episode: "Heatwaves, your dog, and the stress you can't see"

    Why heat is harder on dogs than you think. Plus the updated first aid that could save a life.  A heatwave isn't just uncomfortable for your dog, it's genuinely stressful, body and mind. When a dog overheats, their whole system goes into overdrive trying to cool down, and that strain shows up as restlessness, pacing, and the kind of low-grade stress that quietly wears on their health. In this episode of 5 Minute Dog Wellness, host Anna explains why dogs handle heat so much worse than we do, the everyday ways to keep summer calm and safe - shade, fresh water, cool-hour walks, the simple pavement test - and the one rule that's non-negotiable (never leave a dog in a parked car). She also covers the heatstroke red flags every owner should know, and the updated veterinary first aid that's replaced the old advice: cool first, transport second. Five minutes that could make your dog's whole summer easier  and safer. 🎧 Curious where your own dog lands? Take the quiz: What's Your Dog's Personality Type?: [https://nuvi.pet/quiz] Hosted by Anna, co-founder of Nuvi Science. This podcast is educational and isn't a substitute for veterinary advice. If your dog is showing signs of heatstroke, contact your veterinarian or emergency vet immediately.

    8 min

  3. 5d ago

    Episode 2: "How can I tell if my dog is stressed?"

    Your dog is telling you they're stressed; you're probably just missing the signs. Most stress signals look almost exactly like normal dog stuff: a yawn, a lip-lick, that full-body shake-off when they're bone dry. In this episode of 5 Minute Dog Wellness, Anna breaks down the subtle tells to watch for, why you should look for clusters of signals rather than single ones, and a simple way to catch your dog's stress early. Five minutes and you'll be spotting it by this afternoon. Take the quiz: What's Your Dog's Personality Type? → [https://nuvi.pet/quiz] Hosted by Anna, co-founder of Nuvi Science. Educational; not a substitute for veterinary advice.

    8 min
  4. Pilot Episode: "Is your dog more stressed than you think?"

    Jun 15

    Pilot Episode: "Is your dog more stressed than you think?"

    Over 80% of dogs show signs of fear or anxiety — and most of us are reading it completely wrong. In this first episode of 5 Minute Dog Wellness, host Anna unpacks what's really going on when your dog won't settle, barks at the door, or comes apart when you leave. What's the difference between stress and anxiety? Is your dog being "naughty," or telling you something? And why might everyday calm be one of the most powerful things you can do for your dog's long-term health? A few minutes, one big idea, and a whole new way of seeing your dog. 🐾 Curious where your own dog lands? Take our quiz: What's Your Dog's Personality Type? → https://nuvi.pet/quiz Host Anna is a co-founder of Nuvi Science. This podcast is educational and isn't a substitute for veterinary advice.

    8 min
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A warm, practical weekly podcast for dog parents, helping you understand the everyday health, behavior and wellbeing challenges that come with caring for a happy, calmer dog. 

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    Anna@Nuvi
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  • Episodes
    4
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