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
Saturday Jul 09, 2022
Saturday Jul 09, 2022
In this episode, The Animal Files enjoys a lovely chat with Theresa Lowes, Massage Therapist and owner of Freyja Wellness Massage in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. We had a lovely chat about the amazing benefits of therapeutic massage, her incredible results, and how it can be an integral part of a holistic approach to wellness for both humans AND animals.
About Theresa:
Theresa is originally from Ontario, but came out to be closer to family. She has three kids(1 in Ontario and 2 that still live with her) and two dogs. She graduated with a degree in Social Work from the University of Waterloo and has always had an interest in health care and wellness. She decided to return to school at the Alberta College of Massage Therapy to become a massage therapist and is currently a member of CMMOTA. She has taken many courses to allow her to find better ways to help her clients. She believes in treating the client as a whole and looking for the cause, not just the symptoms. She now focuses on women’s health and wellness.
Where you can connect with her:
=> Website: https://freyjawellness.com
=> Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freyjacalgary
=> LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theresa-lowes-962824a9
=> Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresa.lowes
https://www.instagram.com/freyjacalgary
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Friday Jul 01, 2022
Friday Jul 01, 2022
In this 3 part series we discuss the differences between Animal Rights vs Animal Welfare vs Animal Welfare Science. Do you know the difference? In this final episode of the series, we'll explore the topic of Animal Welfare Science. An up and coming science that is beginning to bridge the gap, helping us find the balance between animal rights and animal welfare.
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Friday Jun 24, 2022
Friday Jun 24, 2022
In this 3 part series we discuss the differences between Animal Rights vs Animal Welfare vs Animal Welfare Science. Do you know the difference? This second episode we'll explore the topic of Animal Welfare. How it differs from Animal Rights, the global impact that Animal Welfare is having, and where Rights and Welfare actually overlap.
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Friday Jun 24, 2022
Friday Jun 24, 2022
Did you know that having a dog could cost you up to $10K a year to provide the proper care?
A gecko could cost up to $1270 per year to provide safe accessories and proper care.
What about the amount of time commitment required to properly care for your new pet?
Have you thought about it?
How much do you know about the type of pet you want to adopt/purchase?
There is so much to consider before bringing a new animal into your home & family and this decision should not be made without some planning.
In this episode, we will be walking you through the decision process needed to make the best choice for you, your family, your lifestyle, & your budget. We will be discussing time commitment, costs of care, the lifespan of different animals, breed & species characteristics, plus a lot more!
You can find The Animal Files on your favorite podcasting platform, plus you can find more about us at http://www.theanimalfilespodcast.com/.
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Friday Jun 17, 2022
Friday Jun 17, 2022
In this 3 part series we discuss the differences between Animal Rights vs Animal Welfare vs Animal Welfare Science. Do you know the difference? This first episode we'll explore the often controversial topic of Animal Rights. How is it defined and what you need to know?
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Saturday Jun 11, 2022
Saturday Jun 11, 2022
Attention feline enthusiasts! Have you every thought about providing a safe outdoor space for your cats but don't know where to begin? In this episode, we have a lovely conversation with Don Bacha of Hellas Custom Catios. We chat about why he and his wife left their well paid construction careers to start their Catio business, the joys and benefits of providing creative and safe outdoor spaces that your beloved felines will love and enjoy, and the impact he and his wife Yvette have had on their community and beyond.
About Hellas Custom Catios:
Don and Yvette Started our business in 2016 to help change the mindset of people, that it is cool to have a Catio, it’s the smartest and best way to keep your cat safe while enjoying the outdoors. Feline Enrichment indoors and outdoors is so beneficial for felines.
Their book:
Catio Building Tips & Tricks from the Pros for the DIYer (paperback, ebook)available on their website as well as on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Apple iBooks
Website: www.hellascustomcatios.com
Facebook: @hellascustomcatios
Instagram: @hellascustomcatios
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=> Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/theanimalfilesofficial
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Friday May 27, 2022
Friday May 27, 2022
In this episode, we have a wonderful chat with David Barritt the executive director of networkforanimals.org and animalsurvivalinternational.org. We discuss the incredible work he and his his teams are doing to help the animals in Ukraine, Africa, and throughout the world. We expose the heartbreaking truth of what is really happening to our beautiful animals and planet. as well as the AMAZING work being done by ordinary people, people just like you, on the frontlines of conflict around the globe. The stories are difficult to hear but throughout the stories of suffering and the pain, there is ALWAYS an immense amount of HOPE.
About David:
David Barritt, NFA’s Executive Director, is a former journalist who has worked in animal welfare for 23 years. He established the International Fund for Animal Welfare’s (IFAW) South African office before becoming IFAW’s Africa Director. After a break running a successful public relations company, he joined Network for Animals in 2014. He became Executive Director of NFA and its sister organization Animal Survival International (ASI) in 2017. He is based in South Africa and Greece and oversees all NFA and ASI activities.
About Network for Animals.org:
We financially support and provide logistical help for animal shelters, animal welfare initiatives and, importantly, raise public awareness about animal issues. Dogs, cats, horses and donkeys are among the animals who benefit from the work we do with the help of our more than 1,2-million supporters, who live all over the world.
We are active in Afghanistan, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia, Greece, Italy, Jordan, Kenya, Mali, Mauritius, Montenegro, the Philippines, South Africa, Thailand, Turkey, the UK, Uruguay, the USA and Zimbabwe, and are constantly expanding our reach.
We are a voice for the animals who share our world. We receive no government grants and rely on the generosity of our supporters to continue our vital work for animals.
In the UK we are registered as a not-for-profit organization as Network for Animals Limited and registered as a charity with the name Network for Animals Charitable Trust (registered charity number 1142700).
Network for Animals became a registered charity in the United States on July 17, 2014 (as Network for Animals USA, Inc.) It is an IRS-designated 501(c)(3) charitable organization (tax ID# 47-1431869), donations made to it are tax-deductible to the full extent provided by law.
We focus on providing practical assistance to animals. Our sister organization, Animal Survival International, acts as a voice for animals around the world threatened by climate change, habitat destruction and the illegal wildlife trade.
Our mission is to make the world a better place for animals. With your help, we will succeed.
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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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Friday May 20, 2022
Friday May 20, 2022
In this episode, The Animal Files sits down and shares a wonderful conversation about all things animal with Mary Paulette McDonogh, world-renowned Intuitive and Animal Communicator.
About Mary Paulette:
Mary Paulette, whom people call MP for short, is an intuitive and animal communicator based in Calgary, Alberta. Some people may also refer to this as being a pet psychic, animal psychic, animal medium, or even an animal or pet whisperer. Even though MP is based in Calgary, she works virtually with clients around the world.As an international animal communicator, pet psychic, animal psychic, and animal medium, MP takes great pride in her ability to create deeper connections and understanding between her clients and their pets. Working with an animal communicator is most often a game-changer for pet owners. You gain insight into their world that you just wouldn’t get any other way, not to mention the harmony, peace, and ease it brings into your household. Elevating the lives of people and animals is the core foundation of everything she does. She is particularly passionate about helping animals and their owners with senior pets, chronic health conditions and end of life. She also specializes in anxiety, food issues, behavioural issues, house soiling, life changes (such as a move, divorce, marriage, children, etc) and many other topics. In each session, MP provides clients with practical recommendations that help contribute to increased joy and vitality in their pet’s life from the newfound discoveries of their pet’s world. Another significant benefit to animal communication is the peace and harmony that it can restore in your household. MP uses clairvoyance, clairaudience, clairsentience, clairalience, clairgustance, and claircognizance methods to communicate with animals/pets, reptiles, fish, arachnids, amphibians, and birds. There hasn’t been a living thing that she hasn't been able to connect to yet and she does this virtually and in person. MP also works with people too, they often end up booking a psychic reading session for themselves after they've had a reading session for their pets! Just like animals, she works with people to provide insight into their health, chronic health conditions, emotional well-being (stress, anxiety, depression, etc.) as well as connect them with loved ones that have passed. MP enjoys being a medium and have regular clients who book medium reading sessions with her.In addition to MP's psychic readings and animal communication sessions, she is also a level one certified practitioner in Bio-Energy Healing through the school of Michael D’Alton and a certified Emotion Code practitioner through Dr. Bradley Nelson. Depending on what is needed during a session, MP incorporates these techniques into her readings. People and animals are both equally quite receptive to this technique.As for the more traditional side of MP, she is a mother, partner, friend, confidante, and lover of life. For an intuitive, she has an interesting and extensive background based in law, management, and strategic analysis. In addition to her business, she also works for the Federal Government as a Project Manager and before that, she was a flight attendant with West Jet and a Police Officer for Peel Regional Police in Mississauga/Brampton, Ontario.
Where can you find her:
Website => www.marypaulette.com
Facebook => www.facebook.com/connectwithmarypaulette
Instagram => www.instagram.com/mary_paulette_mcdonogh
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Thursday May 05, 2022
Thursday May 05, 2022
Have you ever wanted to start traveling with your pet but wondered if it was even possible? In this episode we talk with Birgit Walker of MCS.dog, animal behavior specialist, canine travel expert, and co-author of the book Keep your Paws on the Road: A Practical Guide to Traveling with Dogs. We discuss the important first steps you need to know before heading out on the road with your pet this summer.
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Birgit and Jim Walker share their dog training tips and travel adventures on their YouTube Channel Modern Canine Vlog. They have trained dogs in Arizona, California, Montana, Oregon, and Hawaii, and offer dog training services through their company Modern Canine Services. They published two books Chew On This - Homemade Dog Treat Recipes, and Keep Your Paws on the Road - A Practical Guide to Traveling with Dogs. Birgit and Jim travel with their two dogs, Apollo and Heidi, throughout the US in their Fifth Wheel.
For more information please contact BIRGIT WALKER at (602) 688-4060. You can also email under BJWMCS@gmail.com
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Tuesday Apr 19, 2022
Tuesday Apr 19, 2022
In this episode, we go behind the scenes and discuss our City Pounds and the most recent developments with the more recently established Animal Care & Control Facilities. What do they do? How are they helping our communities? And How have they shifted from the "pounds" of the past.
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