The Juniper Podcast

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The Juniper Podcast

By pet parents. For pet parents. Allison (Juniper founder) and Haley (Juniper writer) talk loving, training, and living with our pets. Take us on your next walk and join a community of fellow pet parents.

  1. FEB 24

    How Human & Animal Welfare Are Intertwined with author Carol Mithers

    This week on the Juniper podcast, we have journalist and authorCarol Mithers speaking about her newest book, Rethinking Rescue, which explores animal welfare and social justice through the work of Lori Weise atDowntown Dog Rescue in Pasadena, California. We discuss: High standards for pet ownership and the urge to judge others [3:00]Veterinary price inflation affecting owners’ ability to keep their pets [10:00]The narrative of saviorism in pet adoption [17:00]The benefits of breeders and finding an ethical one [27:30]The challenge of constructing her book’s narrative [34:00] Tune in for a conversation about this welcome and refreshing book we couldn’t put down. Thenjoin the Juniper Community to meet more pet parents like you! 📍 Here at Juniper, we make content for your favorite pet brands. We're 100% women owned and operated, and you can hire us to create your articles, blogs, videos, email marketing campaigns, lead generation guides, and more. Visit us atwww.juniperpet.co to learn more.

    38 min

  2. FEB 10

    Emergency Prep, Vacation Guilt & How to Play with (Senior) Cats

    Welcome back to another mini episode of the Juniper podcast! This new format is an opportunity for the Juniper team to chat about pet trends, share advice, and answer YOUR questions! Join us as —Allison, dog mom of Addie, andHaley, dog mom of Scout — answer questions like: What does emergency prep look like for pet owners? 🚨How do we deal with vacation guilt when leaving pets behind? 🏝What are our approaches to using pet sitters or boarding facilities? 🦮Why is it important to rotate your pet’s favorite toys? 🎾What about toys for cat enrichment? 🐈Which toys are good for senior pets? 🤔 🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES Check out the new Juniper website + sign up for our newsletterFollow Haley’s van life on Instagram@paws.andreflectListen to our episode with Ebony of Atlanta Dog Mom Social ClubExplore ourguides for pet parentsReadInside of a Dog andBeing a Dog by Alexandra Horowitz Tune in for pet tips, relatable stories, and a dose of cat and dog lover camaraderie. Thenjoin the Juniper Community for more! 📍 Here at Juniper, we make content for your favorite pet brands. We're 100% women owned and operated, and you can hire us to create your articles, blogs, videos, email marketing campaigns, lead generation guides, and more. Visit us at www.juniperpet.co to learn more.

    18 min

  3. JAN 27

    Canine Enrichment Beyond Toys & Treats with Taylor Finton

    Welcome back to the Juniper podcast! Today, Haley’s talking to canine enrichment aficionado Taylor Finton, the voice behind the popular social media account, Bindi's Bucket List. We’re so excited to talk to Taylor about her new book, The Happiest Dog on the Block. In this episode, we discuss: How enrichment depends on each dog [6:15] Providing excitement for your dog beyond food [8:00] How enrichment, routine and giving your dog more choices can address “bad” behaviors [19:30] Taylor’s current top enrichment go-tos Tune in to hear about accessible, easy things to do at home that will make your dog the happiest on the block! Then join the Juniper Community to meet more pet parents like you. 📍 Here at Juniper, we make content for your favorite pet brands. We're 100% women owned and operated, and you can hire us to create your articles, blogs, videos, email marketing campaigns, lead generation guides, and more. Visit us at www.juniperpet.co to learn more.

    31 min

  4. JAN 13

    Dog Perfume, Pet Trackers, Agility Classes & Bluey: Welcome to Season Two of the Juniper Podcast!

    Welcome to season two of the Juniper podcast! Tune in to catch up with the Juniper crew — Allison, dog mom of Addie, and Haley, dog mom of Scout — as we answer questions like: How long can Haley live in a van with her dog and her partner? 🚐 What does Juniper actually do? 🧐 How did Addie handle her first agility class? 🐕‍🦺 What about cat content?? 🐈 What do we really think about Bluey? 🩵 Why are so many luxury brands getting into the pet space? 🎀 Who wants perfume for dogs? 👃 What’s our take on pet activity trackers? ⏱️ Tune in for pet news, brand updates, and a dose of cat and dog lover camaraderie. Then join the Juniper Community for more! 🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES Check out the new Juniper website + sign up for our newsletter Follow Haley’s van life on Instagram @paws.andreflect Listen to our episode with Ebony of Atlanta Dog Mom Social Club Explore our guides for pet parents Read Inside of a Dog and Being a Dog by Alexandra Horowitz

    42 min

  5. 11/04/2024

    Canine Intelligence & Dog Communication with Jennifer Holland, Author of Dog Smart

    Most dog parents think their fur babies are smart, but how much do we actually know about the nuances of canine intelligence?! Today we’re nerding out about dogs with Jennifer Holland, longtime journalist, best-selling author and National Geographic contributor. Her book Unlikely Friendship spent almost a year on the New York Times bestseller list, and she just published a new one called Dog Smart, all about canine intelligence. In this conversation, we explore: Surprising facts about dog intelligence [3:00] How to communicate with your dog [7:00] Jennifer’s work at National Geographic [8:00] Primates vs canines [11:00] Unlikely friendships between animals [13:00] Why we should give our dogs more opportunities to make choices [23:00] And so much more! Tune in for a masterclass in dog cognition and beyond. Then join the Juniper Community to meet more pet parents like you! 📍 Here at Juniper, we make content for your favorite pet brands. We're 100% women owned and operated, and you can hire us to create your articles, blogs, videos, email marketing campaigns, lead generation guides, and more. Visit us at www.juniperpet.co to learn more.

    31 min

  6. 10/21/2024

    Rescuing Dogs with Special Needs with Lisa Mattuchio of Eddie’s Ranch

    Do you dream of opening an animal rescue? Or maybe there’s a soft spot in your heart for “hard-to-adopt” dogs? Today we’re joined by Lisa Mattuchio (known on social as @eddieonwheels) who runs Eddie’s Ranch — a rescue inspired by her late beloved rescue dog. Lisa is here to pull back the proverbial doggy door on what it takes to start an animal rescue from scratch and the special bonds we create with dogs with disabilities. We chat about: The first steps that Lisa took to open up Eddie’s Ranch [1:00] Why Lisa prioritizes senior and special-needs animals [8:15] Pushing through the intimidation of caring for a special needs animal [12:20] What a typical day running the rescue looks like [18:00] The hardest part about rescue [26:15] Ways you can support your local animal shelter even with limited time [33:30] Tune in for an inspiring story about the special needs dog that left a legacy. Then join the Juniper Community to meet more pet parents like you! 📍 Here at Juniper, we make content for your favorite pet brands. We're 100% women owned and operated, and you can hire us to create your articles, blogs, videos, email marketing campaigns, lead generation guides, and more. Visit us at www.juniperpet.co to learn more.

    40 min

  7. 10/07/2024

    Why Cats Need Better PR with Erin Simpson of Wildcat

    Erin Simpson is a self-taught designer who started her journey in marketing and PR. But if you asked her to describe herself today, she would use two words: “cat person.” As the founder of Wild Cat, Erin creates feline furniture and accessories that cats would design for themselves. How did she go from PR at start-ups to creating our favorite cat products of all time? Tune in to find out! In this episode, we chat about: Erin’s cat-loving origin story The importance of curating your cat’s environment to encourage positive behavior How Erin turned DIY cat products into a full-blown business The inspiration behind Wild Cat’s instantly recognizable branding Advice for pet brands on how to improve your PR And more! Tune in for a dose of Big Cat Energy. Then join the Juniper Community to meet more pet parents like you! 📍 Here at Juniper, we make content for your favorite pet brands. We're 100% women owned and operated, and you can hire us to create your articles, blogs, videos, email marketing campaigns, lead generation guides, and more. Visit us at www.juniperpet.co to learn more.

    39 min

  8. 09/23/2024

    Advocating for Accessible Pet Care with Ebony Richardson of Atlanta Dog Mom Club

    Ebony Richardson has worked in animal welfare for nearly a decade, and she started Atlanta Dog Mom Club as a hobby. But to her surprise, the representation she brought to the dog mom space was much needed and immediately embraced by her community. So over the past eight months, Ebony has turned Atlanta Dog Mom Club into a full-fledged social club and founded a non-profit pet pantry and thrift store. In this episode, we’re chatting about how she works to make pet care more accessible for everyone, including: How Ebony’s love of animals bloomed at an early age What advocacy in the pet space looks like for both animals and humans Busting the myth that there’s an ideal income for pet owners The prejudices that exist when it comes to adopting dogs from shelters Gatekeeping in the pet industry and what can be done about it How the Atlanta Dog Mom Club goes above and beyond to make sure all dogs (and their moms!) feel welcome and accepted Tune in for a conversation that we need to have way more often in the pet space. Then join the Juniper Community to meet more pet parents like you! 📍 Here at Juniper, we make content for your favorite pet brands. We're 100% women owned and operated, and you can hire us to create your articles, blogs, videos, email marketing campaigns, lead generation guides, and more. Visit us at www.juniperpet.co to learn more.

    30 min
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By pet parents. For pet parents. Allison (Juniper founder) and Haley (Juniper writer) talk loving, training, and living with our pets. Take us on your next walk and join a community of fellow pet parents.

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  • Creator
    Juniper
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
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    © Juniper
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