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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Sunday Jul 23, 2023
Sunday Jul 23, 2023
In this episode, we have a fun conversation about "Catification." What is it and why is it important for you and your feline family members. We talk about the benefits and the aesthetics for a more comfortable and stress-free environment for your entire family.
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Sunday Jul 16, 2023
Sunday Jul 16, 2023
In this episode, we have a lovely chat with Janine Movold, co-owner and co-founder of Viewpoint Photography based out of Edmonton, Alberta. Janine and her husband Chad provide professional photography services specializing in family portraits which often including the family pet!
Join us as we talk about the importance of including your pet in your family photos to honor their place in your family and to celebrate these incredible family members.
About Viewpoint Photography:
Viewpoint Photography is a professionally accredited, full service studio in Edmonton, Alberta that caters to the unique needs of each client.From the very beginning Chad & Janine will guide you through the process, making your experience enjoyable and easy.Chad is an accredited professional photographer with the Professional Photographers of Canada and has been awarded his Master of Photographic Arts. His experience and down to earth attitude puts people at ease in front of the camera.Janine is a professionally trained portrait retouching artist, applying the finishing touches to make your portraits perfect. She specializes in designing and creating high quality portraits and albums that can proudly be displayed in your home.Whether you are interested in family or pet portraits, commercial photography services or wedding photography, with over 25 years of professional photography experience you can trust that you are making the right choice with Viewpoint Photography.
Janine and Chad have also held three "Pet Portrait" fundraising events and as a result have donated over 800 lbs of dog food to the Edmonton Humane Society!
Website: www.viewpointphotography.net
Facebook: www.facebook.com/viewpointphotographyedmonton
Instagram: www.instagram.com/viewpoint_photography_edmonton
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Have a topic you would like us to tackle? Join our Facebook Community for references, conversations, and resources.
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Want to support the show?
=> Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/theanimalfilesofficial
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Sunday Jul 09, 2023
Sunday Jul 09, 2023
In this episode, We shine a spotlight on some of the issues that Veterinarians, Veterinary Technicians, and their support staff may be dealing with, beyond what you see in the treatment rooms.
Working at a busy vet clinic can be an extremely stressful occupation. Taking into consideration, the busy reception areas, treatment rooms, as well as all of the animals in the medical wards and boarding facilities, it is no wonder that some of these professionals may suffer with mental burnout and distress.
Join us as we discuss these issues and explore ways in which we can support these amazing humans who selflessly devote their lives to the care and well-being of our beloved animals.
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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
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Sunday Jul 02, 2023
Sunday Jul 02, 2023
In this episode, Christine Milkovic Krauss Returns! This time we sit down to discuss the 3rd and most recent book release from her wonderful Teddy series, Teddy Gets Adopted. Our conversation takes us even further into the world of fostering, adoption, and the importance of looking beyond appearances and opening your home and heart to that one pet who may be looking for YOU.
About the Book:
Teddy Gets Adopted is the most recent release. We timed it for Easter as Teddy was officially adopted from my temporary foster, to permanent family member on Easter Day 2021!Teddy Gets adopted is the 3rd book in the series & might help children who are experiencing being in foster care themselves, emotions associated to that, but mainly educates folks about shelters, their needs, and highlights the volunteer work of those caring individuals. The book has a geographical component it to it, as well hopes to inspire people to find ways they can be helpers too!
About Christine:
Christine Milkovic Krauss is a Border Services Officer, Author of the Teddy series, pet lover and mother of two Elementary aged children. When not making food for everyone, I enjoy swimming, reading, movies & spending time doing fun family activities. All of the Teddy books in the series highlight educational points about pet care, promote learning how you can be a helper to animals in your community and each book covers a variety of important topics. Self love, kindness, celebrating our differences, nutrition, diabetes, geography, foster care and so much more!
Teddy is a loveable character that children of all ages are really connecting with! These stories are for family enjoyment and hope to spark some great conversations about the many lessons we can learn from Teddy’s journey.
The Teddy Series so far: The entire Series is available on Amazon Worldwide
· Book 1: Teddy Loses His Ears
· Book 2: Teddy Loves Spaghetti
· Book 3: Teddy Gets Adopted
· Book 4: Teddy Visits the Vet (Coming late 2023 - Just in time for Christmas!)
** These are all non-fiction stories about Christine's real life rescue pet who lost his ears to frostbite.
Website => www.ChristineMilkovickrauss.com
Facebook => www.facebook.com/the.adventures.of.teddy.2021
www.facebook.com/christine.milkovic
Instagram => www.instagram.com/christinekrauss76
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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
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Sunday Jun 25, 2023
Sunday Jun 25, 2023
In the episode, we dive into the mystery and elegance that is synonymous with Siamese and Oriental Cat Breeds. What makes them different? Are they a good fit for you and your family? What do you need to know if you are considering adopting one? Join us as we shine a spotlight on these incredible, beautiful, and unique felines!
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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
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Monday Jun 19, 2023
Monday Jun 19, 2023
** May contain content some may find sensitive **
In this episode, Sabrina Fair Andronica Returns to promote her amazing 2nd book, Cruelty Free is the Way to Be! As always, our conversations are fun yet educational and informative. Join us as we discuss her book and how it is helping to change the hearts and minds of children and adults alike, about the very controversial topic of laboratory animal testing. We go on to discuss how we, as consumers, can support companies who have made the decision to be "Cruelty-Free" and even talk about some of the advances in science that will hopefully help to eliminate animal testing in the future.
About Sabrina:
As a young girl, Sabrina Fair Andronica showed a keen interest in writing. At seven, she wrote her first screenplay with the help of her screenwriting father. The following year, The Los Angeles Times published a Kids' Reading Page to promote literacy before age nine and her little fun submissions about animals were chosen twice. Twenty-two years later, Sabrina became a children’s author, writing touching stories that promote animal activism. A list of her published titles include, Adventure At Rainbow Bridge, Labrador Retriever With The Block Head, and Cruelty-Free Is The Way To Be! Each fictional story is always just and fair. Sabrina’s goal is to share with future generations her book brand, Always Fair Books, which shows awareness, compassion and enlightenment of animal activism and self growth. She has raised funds through her books for animal rescues and has visited a dozen seasonal camps and after school programs at shelters and sanctuaries. She’s also appeared on several podcasts, where she gets to shine light on her activism and book brand.=> Follow along for events, news and more books to come on Instagram at @alwaysfairbooks
Grab your copy here! => Cruelty-Free is the Way to Be (Amazon)
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Be sure to follow The Animal Files online and on Facebook!
www.theanimalfilespodcast.com
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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
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Sunday Jun 11, 2023
Sunday Jun 11, 2023
In this episode, we talk about Herding Dogs and what you need to know if your are thinking about getting one of these very popular, yet sometimes challenging dog breeds. Are they the right fit for you and your family? What are the important things you need to consider? We answer these questions and more and we even breakdown some of the common and not so common herding dog breeds from around the world.
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Be sure to follow The Animal Files online and on Facebook!
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Twitter => @theanimalfiles
YouTube: @theanimalfilespodcast
Have a topic you would like us to tackle? Join our Facebook Community for references, conversations, and resources.
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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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Monday Jun 05, 2023
Monday Jun 05, 2023
In this episode, we discuss a some more of the Top Pet Trends of 2022 which seem to be carrying over into 2023. First up... We discuss some of the trends we're seeing in animal nutrition, followed by some of the new tech products and services coming onto the scene, and finally, we discuss the rising trend of the humanization of animals.
What do you need to know? What's good for YOUR pet? Are any of these even necessary? And most importantly, Who's really benefiting from them? We'll try to answer these questions and many others to help you navigate these growing trends to see if they can work for you, your pet, and your family.
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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.
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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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Monday Jun 05, 2023
Monday Jun 05, 2023
In this episode, we discuss a couple of the Top Pet Trends of 2022 which seem to be carrying over into 2023. First up... We take a bit of a deep drive into Anxiety and the the trends that have come about to "help" pet owners and their pets. Then we explore the growing trend of Earth-Friendly and Natural Products.
What's behind these trends? Are they necessary? Who's benefiting from them? We'll try to answer these questions and others to help you decide if they can work for you and your family.
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Victoria would like to dedicate this episode to her sweet little kitty, Maisie Mae Sparrow, who lost an unexpected and short-lived battle with lymphoma this past Easter.
In this episode, she shares her experiences watching her and her brother, Frankie (who passed in 2021) move through their anxiety struggles and how she was able to help them move through their fears and successfully support them.
For the past 3 1/2 yrs, Maisie had been constant "contributor" to the show and has even appeared as a frequent "guest" during our recordings. Maisie has taught Victoria and her family so much. She is terribly missed but the legacy she and her brother leave behind will go on to help so many. Despite her loss, Victoria is incredibly grateful that Maisie was able to live a very full and happy, albeit short, life with grace and style and she even got to enjoy some fun adventures.
Rest in peace beautiful one. Thank you for sharing your life with us. Tell Frankie we said hi and enjoy your next adventure!
* Maisie Mae Sparrow: July 2019-April 2023 *
Website Resources:
Separation Anxiety:
https://www.rover.com/ca/blog/separation-anxiety-dogs-happen/
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2020/03/200318104429.htm
https://icalmpet.com/about/music/
https://www.petacoustics.com/how-it-works
Eco-Friendly Resources:
https://www.dailypaws.com/living-with-pets/pet-friendly-home/ways-to-be-eco-friendly
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Sunday May 28, 2023
Sunday May 28, 2023
In this episode we discuss the many important question pet owners need to ask and to be aware of, when purchasing anything for your animal. From toys to food, we span the gamut and give you tips and resources along the way.
Resource Websites:
https://www.leafscore.com/eco-friendly-pet-products/how-to-make-your-own-dog-toys/
https://cats.com/best-cat-food
https://feline-nutrition.org/
https://www.dogfoodadvisor.com/
https://www.aafco.org/consumers/what-is-in-pet-food/
https://thecaninehealthnut.com/9-questions-to-ask-your-pet-food-company/
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Be sure to follow The Animal Files online and on Facebook!
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Twitter => @theanimalfiles
YouTube=> @theanimalfilespodcast
Have a topic you would like us to tackle? Join our Facebook Community for references, conversations, and resources.
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Want to support the show?
=> Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/theanimalfilesofficial
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https://wsava.org/global-guidelines/global-nutrition-guidelines/