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In this conversation with French photographer Sophie Gamand, we discuss her transformative "Pit Bull Flower Power" series, how she overcame her fear of dogs, and her unique perspective on the relationship between dogs and humans.
 
 

On this episode, we speak with Nicole Forsyth, President of RedRover, an organization that helps animals rescued from disasters or neglect, domestic violence victims seeking safety with their pets, and animals with life-threatening illnesses. We discuss the important work they are doing and how they were able to adapt during the COVID-19 crisis to meet the needs of so many.

Wendi McLendon-Covey is an actress and lover of all things feline. On this episode, she talks about her six cats, her podcast, Generation Ripe, and playing the sassy, feathered hair matriarch known as Beverly Goldberg on The Goldbergs. 

This week, we chat with Brian Taylor aka The Dogfather of Harlem. He is the owner of the Harlem Doggie Day Spa and to date he has groomed over 6,000 dogs. On this podcast, we discuss how these trying times have inspired him to create the Pandemic Pup Relief Tour, where he will visit cities across the United States with other Black groomers to offer free grooming services to people in need.

CBD for pets is one of the fastest growing industries in the United States. But what are the benefits for cats versus dogs, and where’s the best place to get the right stuff? On this episode, we talk with esteemed vet and CBD advocate Dr. Gary Richter, on everything we need to know to benefit our four legged besties.

Is your pet chonky... or obese? Yes, we’re taking on a weighty issue this week. To talk about this, we called Dr. Ernie Ward, an internationally recognized veterinarian known for his work in the areas pet obesity and nutrition, life extension and longevity and the founder of the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention. On this episode, we discuss what breeds are more likely to pack on the pounds, when it’s time to get your pet to the vet, and deciphering when the chonk becomes just too much.