The Animal Files Podcast
Do you believe animals are sentient beings? That they can feel emotions, pain, and stress? Animals communicate with us all the time, but many of us simply haven’t learned to understand them. We tend to only see the obvious, but that can lead to misunderstandings, behavior challenges, & health challenges. Caring for a companion animal can be one of the most rewarding, yet challenging experiences in our lives. We aim to be a voice for animals and help them to thrive & not just survive in our human world. Our discussions and interviews range from stress in animals to safety, animal welfare to legal concerns, nutrition to communication, behaviors to travel, plus a whole lot more! Because stress affects our pets’ lives in so many ways, this aspect will be touched on in many of our episodes. We are not about being light, fluffy, and safe. We will be delving into areas that are not often talked about and helping you to take a deeper dive into the world of pet care. Our mission is to provide you with information, guidance, & possible choices you can make for the animals in your care while encouraging you to do your own research in order to make the most informed decisions. Each and every week, join Victoria Stigliano-Dzuban, an Animal Spirituality and Energy Facilitator, Animal Translator, and Integrative Energy Healing Practitioner, and Miranda de Haan, a Pet Care Safety Expert & an Animal Health Technologist, as they discuss various topics, interview other pet experts, and offer opportunities for personalized guidance to our community.
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Episodes
Sunday Jun 09, 2024
Sunday Jun 09, 2024
In this episode, we tackle a common, yet often perplexing issue, faced by many cat owners – litter box challenges. So, what could be causing this issue and what can you do to help solve this common puzzle? Join us as we peel back some of the layers of this topic and help you to know what to look for as you start to untangle the mysteries of your beloved feline friends.
Resources:
Holistic health options (mushrooms & CBD): angelaardolino.com
Dr. Karen Becker: drkarenbecker.com
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Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared by The Animal Files Podcast hosts are based on their experiences and education. The views shared by TAF's guests do not necessarily reflect that of the hosts. We always recommend that our listeners consult animal industry professionals when necessary and are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of the information in this podcast.
Be sure to follow The Animal Files online and on Facebook!
www.theanimalfilespodcast.com
www.facebook.com/theanimalfilesofficial
Instagram => @theanimalfileofficial
YouTube: @theanimalfilespodcast
X => @theanimalfiles
Have a topic you would like us to tackle? Join our Facebook Community for references, conversations, and resources.
www.facebook.com/groups/tafcommunity
or you can Email us at: theanimalfilespodcast@gmail.com
Want to support the show?
=> Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/theanimalfilesofficial
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http://www.teepublic.com/user/positivitees/albums/129886-the-animal-files-podcast-and-radio-show
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Sunday Jun 02, 2024
Sunday Jun 02, 2024
Have you ever noticed your cat, normally a casual drinker, has started to constantly hover around the water bowl? Or maybe your dog who loves drinking water regularly suddenly seems much less interested in his/her water bowl? In this episode, we break down the types of drinking issues your pets may have, how to recognize them, and what actions you can take to ensure your pet stays happy and hydrated.
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Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared by The Animal Files Podcast hosts are based on their experiences and education. The views shared by TAF's guests do not necessarily reflect that of the hosts. We always recommend that our listeners consult animal industry professionals when necessary and are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of the information in this podcast.
Be sure to follow The Animal Files online and on Facebook!
www.theanimalfilespodcast.com
www.facebook.com/theanimalfilesofficial
Instagram => @theanimalfileofficial
YouTube: @theanimalfilespodcast
X => @theanimalfiles
Have a topic you would like us to tackle? Join our Facebook Community for references, conversations, and resources.
www.facebook.com/groups/tafcommunity
or you can Email us at: theanimalfilespodcast@gmail.com
Want to support the show?
=> Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/theanimalfilesofficial
Or grab some Merch:
http://www.teepublic.com/user/positivitees/albums/129886-the-animal-files-podcast-and-radio-show
Don’t forget to Rate, Review, Follow, and Subscribe on all of your favorite podcasting platforms!
Monday May 27, 2024
Monday May 27, 2024
In this episode, we have a lovely chat with UK-based Zookeeper, Animal Comedienne, and Podcaster Alice Vassallo. We discussed all things animals, the joys and challenges of being a zookeeper, and how we all can join together to help zoos all around the world be better and put conservation and the needs of the animals as their top priorities, so they can continue to ethically educate the public and ensure their animals thrive.
Bio:
Alice Vassallo is a UK based Zookeeper and Wildlife comedienne, with a passion for the animal world and the desire to laugh at it. Born in Surrey, Alice has spent 10 years working in the animal industry and is now focusing her attention on education and entertainment surrounding the natural world.
She also runs a nature-comedy podcast called A**hole Animals with Alice, where she sits down with experts from all across the world to discuss animals known for exhibiting unsavory behaviors. She and her guests explain why the animal behaves this way and gives you plenty of reasons to love them instead! Previous guests on her show have been UK Wildlife superstar Chris Packham, Disney's Bertie Gregory, as well as The Office's Jenna Fischer!
Where you can find her:
Instagram => @assholeanimalswithalice
Email => assholeanimalswithalice@hotmail.com
Podcast => https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-e-animals-with-alice/id1667378735
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Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared by The Animal Files Podcast hosts are based on their experiences and education. The views shared by TAF's guests do not necessarily reflect that of the hosts. We always recommend that our listeners consult animal industry professionals when necessary and are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of the information in this podcast.
Be sure to follow The Animal Files online and on Facebook!
www.theanimalfilespodcast.com
www.facebook.com/theanimalfilesofficial
Instagram => @theanimalfileofficial
YouTube: @theanimalfilespodcast (coming soon!)
Have a topic you would like us to tackle? Join our Facebook Community for references, conversations, and resources.
www.facebook.com/groups/tafcommunity
or you can Email us at: theanimalfilespodcast@gmail.com
Want to support the show?
=> Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/theanimalfilesofficial
Or grab some Merch:
http://www.teepublic.com/user/positivitees/albums/129886-the-animal-files-podcast-and-radio-show
Don’t forget to Rate, Review, Follow, and Subscribe on all of your favorite podcasting platforms!
Monday May 20, 2024
Monday May 20, 2024
Do you know your pet’s score? If you’ve listened to our other episodes, the health & well-being of your pets is a large part of what we focus on. And as health enthusiasts yourselves, we know that your furry friend’s well-being is a top priority. So with that in mind, in this episode, we want to share with you some of the different concepts surrounding muscle mass, body mass, fat, skin, overall health conditions, & the challenges around weight & scales.
Episode Resources:
• Video for viewing how to perform a muscle condition assessment (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fzEruEe-WRs)
• Video for viewing how to do a body condition assessment (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tf_-rwxqHYU)
• Global Nutrition Guidelines and Vitality Charts: https://wsava.org/global-guidelines/global-nutrition-guidelines/
• Dr. Judy Morgan's Naturally Healthy Pets YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DrJudyMorgan
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Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared by The Animal Files Podcast hosts are based on their experiences and education. The views shared by TAF's guests do not necessarily reflect that of the hosts. We always recommend that our listeners consult animal industry professionals when necessary and are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of the information in this podcast.
Be sure to follow The Animal Files online and on Facebook!
www.theanimalfilespodcast.com
www.facebook.com/theanimalfilesofficial
Instagram => @theanimalfileofficial
YouTube: @theanimalfilespodcast
X => @theanimalfiles
Have a topic you would like us to tackle? Join our Facebook Community for references, conversations, and resources.
www.facebook.com/groups/tafcommunity
or you can Email us at: theanimalfilespodcast@gmail.com
Want to support the show?
=> Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/theanimalfilesofficial
Or grab some Merch:
http://www.teepublic.com/user/positivitees/albums/129886-the-animal-files-podcast-and-radio-show
Don’t forget to Rate, Review, Follow, and Subscribe on all of your favorite podcasting platforms!
Sunday May 12, 2024
Sunday May 12, 2024
Do you have a scaredy-cat or a dog who is a nervous Nelly? There are many things that can cause fear in your pets and these fears may have developed for any number of reasons. In this episode, we’re going to talk a bit about 4 common fears that pets may have, as well as 4 less common fears that pets could also have, what might cause these fears, how we can start to notice when these fears are being displayed, and some ideas of how we can support our animals deal with these fears.
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Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared by The Animal Files Podcast hosts are based on their experiences and education. The views shared by TAF's guests do not necessarily reflect that of the hosts. We always recommend that our listeners consult animal industry professionals when necessary and are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of the information in this podcast.
Be sure to follow The Animal Files online and on Facebook!
www.theanimalfilespodcast.com
www.facebook.com/theanimalfilesofficial
Instagram => @theanimalfileofficial
YouTube: @theanimalfilespodcast
X => @theanimalfiles
Have a topic you would like us to tackle? Join our Facebook Community for references, conversations, and resources.
www.facebook.com/groups/tafcommunity
or you can Email us at: theanimalfilespodcast@gmail.com
Want to support the show?
=> Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/theanimalfilesofficial
Or grab some Merch:
http://www.teepublic.com/user/positivitees/albums/129886-the-animal-files-podcast-and-radio-show
Don’t forget to Rate, Review, Follow, and Subscribe on all of your favorite podcasting platforms!
Sunday May 05, 2024
Sunday May 05, 2024
A little while ago we offered you some suggestions on how to introduce your cats to each other when bringing a new cat into your household. In this episode, we’re talking about how to introduce your dogs to each other when bringing a new dog into your home. From preparation to supervision and management we touch on much of what you need to do and know, to achieve success.
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Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared by The Animal Files Podcast hosts are based on their experiences and education. The views shared by TAF's guests do not necessarily reflect that of the hosts. We always recommend that our listeners consult animal industry professionals when necessary and are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of the information in this podcast.
Be sure to follow The Animal Files online and on Facebook!
www.theanimalfilespodcast.com
www.facebook.com/theanimalfilesofficial
Instagram => @theanimalfileofficial
YouTube: @theanimalfilespodcast
X => @theanimalfiles
Have a topic you would like us to tackle? Join our Facebook Community for references, conversations, and resources.
www.facebook.com/groups/tafcommunity
or you can Email us at: theanimalfilespodcast@gmail.com
Want to support the show?
=> Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/theanimalfilesofficial
Or grab some Merch:
http://www.teepublic.com/user/positivitees/albums/129886-the-animal-files-podcast-and-radio-show
Don’t forget to Rate, Review, Follow, and Subscribe on all of your favorite podcasting platforms!
Sunday Apr 28, 2024
Sunday Apr 28, 2024
In this episode we dive into the often overlooked area of Pet Law. You might be thinking ‘Legal stuff? Bo-o-o-r-r-r-ing!’ But before you switch to your favorite true crime, comedy, or paranormal podcast, the guidance we share with you today, in this episode, could save you a lot of heartache, uncertainty, and misperceptions that may come up as you are navigating the often complex world of pet ownership.
Reference Article:
https://aldf.org/article/how-animals-are-treated-differently-from-other-types-of-property-under-the-law/
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Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared by The Animal Files Podcast hosts are based on their experiences and education. The views shared by TAF's guests do not necessarily reflect that of the hosts. We always recommend that our listeners consult animal industry professionals when necessary and are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of the information in this podcast.
Be sure to follow The Animal Files online and on Facebook!
www.theanimalfilespodcast.com
www.facebook.com/theanimalfilesofficial
Instagram => @theanimalfileofficial
YouTube: @theanimalfilespodcast
X => @theanimalfiles
Have a topic you would like us to tackle? Join our Facebook Community for references, conversations, and resources.
www.facebook.com/groups/tafcommunity
or you can Email us at: theanimalfilespodcast@gmail.com
Want to support the show?
=> Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/theanimalfilesofficial
Or grab some Merch:
http://www.teepublic.com/user/positivitees/albums/129886-the-animal-files-podcast-and-radio-show
Don’t forget to Rate, Review, Follow, and Subscribe on all of your favorite podcasting platforms!
Monday Apr 22, 2024
Monday Apr 22, 2024
In this episode, we have a wonderful chat with Kim Lengling. Author of Paw Prints on the Couch, book one of a beautiful anthology series all about pets and how they enrich our lives.
As a veteran who lives with PTSD, she shares how her rescue dogs have helped her along her, at times, bumpy road mentally, which includes anxiety, depression, and sleepless nights.
Adopting a dog, or any animal, from a shelter is not only saving a precious soul but helping to soothe your own as well, and why adopting and not shopping is to her, the only way to find the perfect companion.
We can all be Nuggets of Hope in our small slice of the world. Adopting a pet is one way.
Paw Prints on The Couch was a No. 1 Top New Release on Amazon for the first few months after release.
Get your copy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/kimlengling
More About Kim:
Author, coordinator of anthologies, and podcast host, Kim Lengling enjoys getting to know people worldwide through her podcast Let Fear Bounce.
As an author, Kim shares her love of nature, animals, living with PTSD, and her mission of tossing "Nuggets of Hope" out into the world. You can regularly find her drinking copious amounts of coffee and taking long walks with her dog, Dexter.
Highlighting her faith, nature, love of rescue animals, and living with PTSD, Kim has been writing since 2004.
As the lead author and coordinator of collaborative anthologies: When Grace Found Me, When Hope Found Me and Paw Prints on The Couch, Kim continues to coordinate anthologies and work on her own books, two of which are set to be released in 2024.
In addition to writing, she hosts the podcast Let Fear Bounce, spotlighting people who positively impact the world, sharing how they overcame and/or faced their fears and are now thriving and making a positive difference in the world. When she is not writing or chatting with folks on her podcast, you’ll find Kim walking the fields and woods with her dog Dexter, gathering story ideas from the whispers of nature, and finding "Nuggets of Hope" to share with others.
Website: www.kimlenglingauthor.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/letfearbouncepodcast
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlylengling/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lenglingauthor/
X: https://twitter.com/KimLengling
Let Fear Bounce Podcast:
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMMuWOwtoos1jK48Anf6svQ
Apple Podcasts:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/let-fear-bounce/id1541906455
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/letfearbouncepodcast
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Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared by The Animal Files Podcast hosts are based on their experiences and education. The views shared by TAF's guests do not necessarily reflect that of the hosts. We always recommend that our listeners consult animal industry professionals when necessary and are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of the information in this podcast.
Be sure to follow The Animal Files online and on Facebook!
www.theanimalfilespodcast.com
www.facebook.com/theanimalfilesofficial
Instagram => @theanimalfileofficial
YouTube: @theanimalfilespodcast
X => @theanimalfiles
Have a topic you would like us to tackle? Join our Facebook Community for references, conversations, and resources.
www.facebook.com/groups/tafcommunity
or you can Email us at: theanimalfilespodcast@gmail.com
Want to support the show?
=> Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/theanimalfilesofficial
Or grab some Merch:
http://www.teepublic.com/user/positivitees/albums/129886-the-animal-files-podcast-and-radio-show
Don’t forget to Rate, Review, Follow, and Subscribe on all of your favorite podcasting platforms!
Sunday Apr 14, 2024
Sunday Apr 14, 2024
Have you ever seen a service dog with its handler and wished you could take your dog everywhere with you too? Seems like a wonderful idea for all you dog lovers out there, right? Well... there is a difference between desiring to have your dog with you at all times and legitimately needing your service dog to help you with serious health issues, mobility issues, & navigating society with mental health conditions. Those dogs you see... They are highly trained and are providing a very specialized and incredibly important service. Or are they?
In this episode, we tackle the prevalent and very controversial problem with Fake Service Dogs. We discuss the uprising of scammers, grifters, and people who selfishly try to work "the system" for their own benefit, at the expense of those who legitimately need the help and support of these specialized dogs.
We also dive into the legalities and laws (or lack thereof) that have been put in place to try to protect legitimate handlers and their service dogs.
Resources:
The Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA): Accessible Transportation for Persons with Disabilities Regulations for Service Dogs
American Disabilities Act (ADA) Requirements regarding Service Dogs
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Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared by The Animal Files Podcast are based on the experiences and education of the hosts. The Animal Files will always recommend that listeners consult animal industry professionals when necessary.
Be sure to follow The Animal Files online and on Facebook!
www.theanimalfilespodcast.com
www.facebook.com/theanimalfilesofficial
Instagram => @theanimalfileofficial
YouTube: @theanimalfilespodcast
Facebook => @theanimalfilesofficial
Have a topic you would like us to tackle? Join our Facebook Community for references, conversations, and resources.
www.facebook.com/groups/tafcommunity
or you can Email us at: theanimalfilespodcast@gmail.com
Want to support the show?
=> Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/theanimalfilesofficial
Or grab some Merch:
http://www.teepublic.com/user/positivitees/albums/129886-the-animal-files-podcast-and-radio-show
Don’t forget to Rate, Review, Follow, and Subscribe on all of your favorite podcasting platforms!
Sunday Apr 07, 2024
Sunday Apr 07, 2024
In this episode, we’re going to discuss what service dogs are and what roles they play in supporting humans. We’re also going to touch on some of the more specific ways that service dogs support, as well as what type of training they receive, how they are selected for this special service, how they get matched with individuals, & some of the legal areas you need to be aware of.
Resources:
The Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA): Accessible Transportation for Persons with Disabilities Regulations for Service Dogs
American Disabilities Act (ADA) Requirements regarding Service Dogs
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Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared by The Animal Files Podcast are based on the experiences and education of the hosts. The Animal Files will always recommend that listeners consult animal industry professionals when necessary.
Be sure to follow The Animal Files online and on Facebook!
www.theanimalfilespodcast.com
www.facebook.com/theanimalfilesofficial
Instagram => @theanimalfileofficial
Twitter => @theanimalfiles
YouTube: @theanimalfilespodcast
Have a topic you would like us to tackle? Join our Facebook Community for references, conversations, and resources.
www.facebook.com/groups/tafcommunity
or you can Email us at: theanimalfilespodcast@gmail.com
Want to support the show?
=> Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/theanimalfilesofficial
Or grab some Merch:
http://www.teepublic.com/user/positivitees/albums/129886-the-animal-files-podcast-and-radio-show
Don’t forget to Rate, Review, Follow, and Subscribe on all of your favorite podcasting platforms!