Pets Teach Love with Dr. Whitney Keller

About Pets Teach Love with Dr. Whitney Keller

Emotional grounding through pet love. Join veterinarian Whitney Keller to explore common feelings like guilt and overwhelm and turn them into a source of personal growth. Actionable pet care advice plus motivational stories for self-empowerment through your pet's unconditional love. Because you are worthy of your pet's love. Always.

Publisher

Whitney Keller

Category

education · kids & family

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

27 Aug 2024

Latest episode

13 May 2025

Latest episodes

36 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   13 May 2025

   #36: Who’s Holding Your Leash? How to Reclaim Control

   Are you unknowingly letting others control you? As a (recovering) control freak, this episode hits close to home for me. Regarding what you can and cannot control, today I’m diving into why you might be giving away power over what you actually can control to others. If you’ve ever found yourself frustrated by other people’s opinions, actions, or words, this episode is for you. You know you can’t control others. No matter how carefully you choose our words or how much effort you put into making someone happy, their reactions are out of your hands. But what about the reverse? What about control over yourself you willingly give up—when you let someone else’s actions dictate your emotions, your choices, and even your self-worth? I like to think of it as handing over your leash. When you’re walking your dog (or cat, or rabbit—yes, I’ve seen it!), you guide them, keep them safe, and help them navigate the world. But what happens when you give your leash to someone else? Suddenly, you’re the one being pulled in directions you never intended, reacting instead of leading. In this episode, I share a deeply personal experience that changed the way I see control—one that took me from burnout and frustration to reclaiming my choices, my emotions, and ultimately, my happiness. I’ll also talk about a powerful mindset shift that can help you stop dwelling on ‘what ifs’ and start focusing on what you can control. So, get ready to take back your leash. Let’s get started! Episode Highlights: 02:16 – Giving away control in daily life 05:06 – You only have to feel any emotion for 90 seconds 07:46 – Personal story: overcoming burnout 10:50 – The power of mindset 12:51 – The key to taking back control Discover how to break free from outside influence and step into your own power! Additional Resource: Episode 14: How Pets Help You Keep Your Focus Where It Counts FREE resource: "Would My Pet Care? 3 Simple Steps to Focus on What Really Matters" Shed stress and align your priorities with the help of your pet! Rate & Review! If you are enjoying the Pets Teach Love podcast, please consider giving us a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts! Let me know in the review what you liked most about this episode. This helps me support more people - just like you - on their journey of pet care and emotional empowerment. Follow Pets Teach Love on email, Facebook and Instagram! Music Credit: “Creative Process”, “Enjoy The Ride”, Artist: juqboxmusic (https://www.youtube.com/@juqboxmusic), Source: Free Music Archive, License: CC BY-NC

2. 

   6 May 2025

   #35: Beyond Labels: Seeing Yourself & Others with Curiosity

   Labels shape our world—but are they helping or holding you back? In this episode, I’m going on a little thought experiment—one that might just change how you see yourself and the world around you. Who doesn’t love a good label? They help you sort things out, make decisions faster, and help you feel like you understand the world (at least a little bit). But what happens when you apply too many labels to people, pets, and even yourself? Think about it: clouds and medications are both labeled, but in completely different ways. Clouds are described loosely—big, fluffy, stormy—but you don’t try to define every last detail. Medications, on the other hand, are labeled down to the molecular structure to avoid confusion and ensure safety. So which approach do you take with the people (and pets) around you? And more importantly—how do these labels impact the way you live your life? Join me in this episode as I explore the power of labels, the emotional baggage they carry, and what happens when you get curious instead of defining everything in black and white. I’ll also challenge you to start seeing people the way you watch clouds—without immediate judgment, just with curiosity. Because when you stop over-defining, you can open up a world of possibilities! Episode Highlights: 01:22 – How easily you can define clouds 02:56 – The need for precise definitions with medications 04:44 – Curiosity is easier with clouds than with people 07:05 – Emotions and labels 09:17 – Stereotypes behind pet labels 10:24 – Hidden stories behind human labels 14:07 – The ultimate shift: seeing humanity first Explore how words shape your identity and how curiosity can set you free! FREE resource: "Would My Pet Care? 3 Simple Steps to Focus on What Really Matters" Shed stress and align your priorities with the help of your pet! Rate & Review! If you are enjoying the Pets Teach Love podcast, please consider giving us a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts! Let me know in the review what you liked most about this episode. This helps me support more people - just like you - on their journey of pet care and emotional empowerment. Follow Pets Teach Love on email, Facebook and Instagram! Music Credit: “Creative Process”, “Enjoy The Ride”, Artist: juqboxmusic (https://www.youtube.com/@juqboxmusic), Source: Free Music Archive, License: CC BY-NC

3. 

   29 Apr 2025

   #34: No Apology Needed: Pet Messes at the Vet Clinic

   Messy moments at the vet aren't just normal—they can actually be useful! In this episode, I’m diving into something that happens in vet clinics every single day—but somehow still makes people cringe with embarrassment: when pets pee or poop in the exam room. If you’ve ever apologized profusely while scrambling to clean up after your pet, this episode is for you! First things first—your pet is not the only one doing this. Far from it. Vet clinics are literally designed to handle these messes, and guess what? Sometimes, that poop your dog or cat just dropped in the middle of the exam room is exactly what your vet needs to run important tests. But beyond the mess, there’s something deeper going on here—our emotional reactions. Embarrassment, guilt, feeling out of control—these feelings are totally normal, but how can you reframe them? Through curiosity, you can see that your pet’s reaction actually tells you a lot about their stress levels, their comfort, and even their health. And the same goes for you—when life gets messy, your emotions are clues, not problems to hide away. In this episode, we’ll talk about why messiness—whether it’s in the exam room or in our emotions—deserves a second look. Plus, I’ll share practical tips on how to make vet visits smoother for both you and your pet. So, let’s embrace the mess and find the meaning in it together! Episode Highlights: 00:49 – Yes, it’s normal for pets to make a mess 02:02 – What’s behind the embarrassment 02:37 – How bathroom accidents help your pet’s care 03:36 – Solutions for anxious pets 05:40 – Connections between messiness and emotional health Discover what these different clues tell you about your pet’s physical and emotional health! FREE resource: "Would My Pet Care? 3 Simple Steps to Focus on What Really Matters" Shed stress and align your priorities with the help of your pet! Rate & Review! If you are enjoying the Pets Teach Love podcast, please consider giving us a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts! Let me know in the review what you liked most about this episode. This helps me support more people - just like you - on their journey of pet care and emotional empowerment. Follow Pets Teach Love on email, Facebook and Instagram! Music Credit: “Creative Process”, “Enjoy The Ride”, Artist: juqboxmusic (https://www.youtube.com/@juqboxmusic), Source: Free Music Archive, License: CC BY-NC

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

742,823

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 53 / 100

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Quality

58

Social presence

0

YouTube

86

Engagement

32

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