Midwest Pet Life is a weekly WGIL podcast hosted by Candace D'Agnolo, a pet industry veteran and owner of Dante and Dory's Pet Emporium in Galesburg, Illinois. Every week, Candace digs into the topics that matter most to pet owners across the Midwest — from nutrition and behavior to seasonal safety and the science behind the human-animal bond. Whether you're a dog person, a cat person, or somewhere in between, this show was made for you. Have a pet question? Submit them to support@danteanddorys.com.
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If washing your dog at home has ever left your bathroom looking like a crime scene, Candace D'Agnolo of Dante & Dory's Pet Emporium says the problem is almost never the dog — it's the setup. In this episode of Midwest Pet Life, Candace covers: Th
1 Jul 2026
Fireworks and pets: how to keep yours safe, calm, and home this Fourth of July
Animal shelters across the country see their intake spike as much as 30% in the first days of July. A dog that has never once tried to escape a yard can clear a fence when a firework goes off two streets away. In this episode of Midwest Pet Life, Candace
16 Jun 2026
Summer hazards every pet owner needs to know about
Summer brings longer walks and open windows — but Candace D'Agnolo of Dante & Dory's Pet Emporium says it also brings hazards pet owners may not be watching for. In this episode of Midwest Pet Life, Candace covers: Fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes —
8 Jun 2026
If your dog walks you, this episode is for you
If you have ever been walked by your dog instead of walking your dog, Candace D'Agnolo has something to say to you — and it starts with the equipment in your hand. In this episode of Midwest Pet Life, Candace breaks down the tools, techniques, and mind
1 Jun 2026
Reading your pet's food label without the stress
Most pet owners have never read the ingredient list on their pet's food bag. In Episode 2 of Midwest Pet Life, host Candace D'Agnolo of Dante & Dory's Pet Emporium in Galesburg breaks down what that label actually says — and why it matters. No gu
27 May 2026
Midwest Pet Life debuts on WGIL: Why pets matter more than ever
Midwest Pet Life, a new weekly podcast on WGIL, launches this week with host Candace D'Agnolo — pet industry veteran and owner of Dante & Dory's Pet Emporium in downtown Galesburg. Every week, Candace digs into the topics that matter most to pet o
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