Val Talks Pets

About Val Talks Pets

Hi everyone, and welcome to Val Talk’s Pets, the forum for pet parents and enthusiasts alike. Having been in the pet industry for over 10 years now I am going to share with you issues and questions that arise as I work with pet parents on a day-to-day basis. I am not a veterinarian but I do have certifications in Canine, Feline, Small Animal, Fish and Herptile and Avian Health and Nutrition from the University of California, Davis Extension. Thank you for listening to Val Talks Pets.

Publisher

Valerie Cairney

Category

education · kids & family · technology

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

22 Mar 2020

Latest episode

16 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

168 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 Oct 2026

   Spotlight - The Maltese

   Hi everyone! Thanks for joining me. In this spotlight episode of Val Talk’s Pets, I take a closer look at the Maltese—an affectionate, intelligent little dog with a long history as a companion breed. From temperament and grooming needs to health considerations, lifespan, and why the Maltese is so often crossed with other breeds, this episode explores what makes these small white dogs such devoted companions. If you’re considering a Maltese or simply want to learn more about the breed, this ep...

2. 

   2 Oct 2026

   Fresh vs. Raw Pet Food: Understanding the Differences

   Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. Fresh food and raw diets are becoming increasingly popular with pet parents, but they are not the same thing. In this episode of Val Talks Pets, I explore fresh, gently cooked, homemade and raw diets, including their potential benefits, costs, food-safety concerns and the importance of proper nutritional balance. So, let’s go exploring. Support the show

3. 

   18 Sept 2026

   Tick Season: What Pet Parents Need to Know About Prevention, Removal and Lyme Disease

   Hi everyone, and thanks for joining me on Val Talks Pets! Tick season can bring plenty of worry for pet parents. In this episode I look at how ticks live and find hosts, prevention options for dogs, Lyme disease risk, safe tick removal and the crucial precautions cat owners need to know. This is a biggie folks, so let's go! 📩 Email me: val@valtalkspets.com with questions, topic suggestions, or feedback. 🌐 Visit my website: https://valtalkspets.com for links mentioned on the show and additiona...

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 33 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

41

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

60