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Vital Pet Life Podcast

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Unleashed Curiosity by Vital Pet Life Podcast cracks the code on pet nutrition, health tips & keeping your fur fam happy and informed! ✨ Join Donie Yamamoto, CEO and Founder, and Dr. Amber Da Silva, DVM, as they share practical advice, expert insights, and myth-busting truths to help you become a more confident, educated, and empowered pet parent. We're here to dispel misinformation, break down pet ingredients, and highlight key pet care strategies backed by veterinary expertise. From Q & A with Dr. Amber to ingredient transparency, this podcast is your go-to source for today's pet care. It's time to get informed, inspired, and confident in your pet care choices. Need quality supplements? We got you! Tune in, follow & unleash your pet questions: podcast@vitalpetlife.com (mailto:podcast@vitalpetlife.com) ➡️ You could be next episode's superstar! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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July 14, 2026

The Healing Power of Dogs: Therapy Dog Training, Caregiving & the Bond That Saves Us with Susan Hartzler

Dogs, Grief and Caregiving: The Human Animal Bond In this episode of Unleashed Curiosity, Donie sits down with Susan Hartzler, author and a recognized authority on therapy dogs and the human animal bond. Susan shares the story behind Sit With Me, her guided meditation practice for pet parents and their dogs, and how her own dogs, Blondie, Bliss, and Baldwin, carried her through pivotal moments in her life, from dating in her twenties to caring for her father through his Parkinson's diagnosis. Susan and Donie also talk about what it takes to train and work with a therapy dog, matching a dog's temperament to the right environment, and practical advice for caregivers and pet parents seeking more calm with their dog. Topics covered: 🧘 The origin story behind Sit With Me guided meditations 🐾 How dogs support human well-being through everyday connection 📖 Susan's memoir on dating and her dog Blondie 💙 Caregiving for a parent while navigating grief 🐕 What it takes to train and work with a therapy dog ❤️ Practical advice for caregivers and pet parents seeking calm 💙 Connect with our guest, Susan Hartzler:ᐧ Website: <a href="http://susanhartzler.com">susanhartzler.com</a>ᐧ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/susanhartzlerauthor/">@susanhartzlerauthor</a>ᐧ Books, blog, and Sit With Me meditations available on Substack: <a href="https://blissdog.substack.com/">https://blissdog.substack.com/</a> ❤️ Connect with us:ᐧ Facebook -<a href="http://facebook.com/vitalpetlife">facebook.com/vitalpetlife</a>ᐧ TikTok:<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@vitalpetlife">@vitalpetlife</a>ᐧ Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/vitalpetlife/">@vitalpetlife</a>ᐧ X:<a href="https://x.com/VitalPetLife">@vitalpetlife</a>ᐧ YouTube:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@vitalpetlife/podcasts">@vitalpetlife</a>ᐧ LinkedIn:<a href="http://linkedin.com/company/vitalpetlife">linkedin.com/company/vitalpetlife</a>ᐧ Check out our website -<a href="http://www.vitalpetlife.com">www.vitalpetlife.com</a> You may also enjoy: From Hype to Health: The Science Driving the Next Era of Pet Supplements<a href="https://smartlink.ausha.co/unleashedcuriosity/from-hype-to-health-the-science-driving-the-next-era-of-pet-supplements">https://smartlink.ausha.co/unleashedcuriosity/from-hype-to-health-the-science-driving-the-next-era-of-pet-supplements</a>Music: "Life of Riley" by Kevin MacLeod (CC BY 4.0) Don't forget to follow us or send us your questions at <a href="mailto:podcast@vitalpetlife.com">podcast@vitalpetlife.com</a>. Thank you for tuning in! #UnleashedCuriosity #VitalPetLife #PetHealth #TherapyDogs #HumanAnimalBond #DogMom #PetCaregiving #DogTraining #PetPodcast #SusanHartzler Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.

July 7, 2026

From Hype to Health: The Science Driving the Next Era of Pet Supplements

We don't wait for a cavity to start brushing our teeth, so why wait to support our pets? In this episode, Donie Yamamoto sits down with Dr. Amber Da Silva, DVM, to unpack what's really driving the pet supplement boom - and how pet parents can tell a quality product from marketing noise. Dr. Amber Da Silva breaks down what separates credible formulation from hype: ingredient-specific research, transparent sourcing, and serving sizes that actually match what the science supports. She and Donie also dig into why format matters as much as formula. A great ingredient does nothing if a pet won't take it or an owner won't stick with it consistently. The conversation moves into gut health and the microbiome - an area Dr. Amber Da Silva calls "cutting edge" - with connections extending well beyond digestion. They also talk candidly about industry frustrations: overcomplicated labels, serving-size math that doesn't add up, and the gap between marketing claims and what shows up in the exam room.Looking ahead, Dr. Amber Da Silva shares three trends she's watching: personalized formulations tailored to breed, age, and life stage; strain-level probiotic research; and a shift toward stronger accountability across the supplement category.This is a conversation about consistency over hype, and about treating pet parents as informed partners in their animals' long-term care.In this episode:<ul><li>What's really driving the daily-supplement shift for pets</li><li>The three drivers of product quality: formulation, format, and transparency</li><li>Why serving-size transparency matters more than ingredient count</li><li>The microbiome's expanding role in companion animal health</li><li>Where the supplement category is headed next</li></ul> #PetHealth #PetCare #UnleashedCuriosity #VitalPetLife #PetSupplements ❤️ Connect with us:ᐧ Facebook -<a href="http://facebook.com/vitalpetlife">facebook.com/vitalpetlife</a>ᐧ TikTok:<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@vitalpetlife">@vitalpetlife</a>ᐧ Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/vitalpetlife/">@vitalpetlife</a>ᐧ X:<a href="https://x.com/VitalPetLife">@vitalpetlife</a>ᐧ YouTube:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@vitalpetlife/podcasts">@vitalpetlife</a>ᐧ LinkedIn:<a href="http://linkedin.com/company/vitalpetlife">linkedin.com/company/vitalpetlife</a>ᐧ Check out our website -<a href="http://www.vitalpetlife.com">www.vitalpetlife.com</a> You may also enjoy: Snake Season Is Here: What Every Dog Owner Needs to Know Before It's Too Late<a href="https://smartlink.ausha.co/unleashedcuriosity/snake-season-is-here-what-every-dog-owner-needs-to-know-before-it-s-too-late">https://smartlink.ausha.co/unleashedcuriosity/snake-season-is-here-what-every-dog-owner-needs-to-know-before-it-s-too-late</a> Music: "Life of Riley" by Kevin MacLeod (CC BY 4.0)Don't forget to follow us or send us your questions at <a href="mailto:podcast@vitalpetlife.com">podcast@vitalpetlife.com</a>. Thank you for tuning in! Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.

June 30, 2026

Snake Season Is Here: What Every Dog Owner Needs to Know Before It's Too Late

That dry, sprinkler-like buzz on a trail with your dog. If you've heard it, you know. Rattlesnake season is here - and this year it's already running hot. Dr. Amber Da Silva, DVM and co-host of Unleashed Curiosity, breaks down what rattlesnake aversion training actually is, why the single-session class often fails, and what every dog owner in rattlesnake territory needs to do before they need it. If you hike or live in rattlesnake country, this episode is for you.This goes deeper than basic tips - into the canine fear memory science that makes training stick, the hemotoxic reality of pit viper bites, and the emergency prep gap most dog owners don't know they have. What's covered: 0:00 - Intro: the sound that changes you 0:55 - What is rattlesnake aversion training (RAT)? 1:41 - Why live snakes are essential (not rubber props) 2:30 - The single-session failure problem 3:15 - What a durable multi-station program looks like 4:20 - The emergency reality: hemotoxic venom + the 30-minute window 6:45 - Antivenom locator tool every outdoor dog owner needs 8:10 - The rattlesnake vaccine: pros, cons, and what it doesn't do 10:32 - Final action items Whether you're looking for rattlesnake tips for dogs, trying to understand if rattlesnake aversion training is worth it, or want to know what to do if your dog gets bitten - this episode covers all of it with real veterinary insight, not just general advice.Resources: <a href="http://veterinarysnakebite911.com">veterinarysnakebite911.com</a> - find your nearest antivenom-equipped vet by ZIP code🐍🐕 #RattlesnakeSeason #RattlesnakeAversionTraining #DrAmberDVM #VitalPetLife #DogSafety ❤️ Connect with us: ᐧ Facebook -<a href="http://facebook.com/vitalpetlife">facebook.com/vitalpetlife </a>ᐧ TikTok:<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@vitalpetlife">@vitalpetlife </a>ᐧ Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/vitalpetlife/">@vitalpetlife </a>ᐧ X:<a href="https://x.com/VitalPetLife">@vitalpetlife </a>ᐧ YouTube:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@vitalpetlife/podcasts">@vitalpetlife </a>ᐧ LinkedIn:<a href="http://linkedin.com/company/vitalpetlife"> linkedin.com/company/vitalpetlife </a>ᐧ Check out our website -<a href="http://www.vitalpetlife.com">www.vitalpetlife.com</a> You may also enjoy: Dog Nutrition Decoded - Treats, Nutrition & Rescue Truths | Beth Jackson of Oliver P. Toliver's <a href="https://smartlink.ausha.co/unleashedcuriosity/dog-longevity-decoded-treats-nutrition-rescue-truths-beth-jackson-of-oliver-p-toliver-s-thoroughly-tasty-treats">https://smartlink.ausha.co/unleashedcuriosity/dog-longevity-decoded-treats-nutrition-rescue-truths-beth-jackson-of-oliver-p-toliver-s-thoroughly-tasty-treats</a> Music: "Life of Riley" by Kevin MacLeod (CC BY 4.0)Don't forget to follow us or send us your questions at <a href="mailto:podcast@vitalpetlife.com">podcast@vitalpetlife.com</a>. Thank you for tuning in! Hosted on Ausha. See <a href="https://ausha.co/privacy-policy">ausha.co/privacy-policy</a> for more information.

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What is Vital Pet Life Podcast?: Unleashed Curiosity by Vital Pet Life Podcast cracks the code on pet nutrition, health tips & keeping your fur fam happy and informed! ✨

Join Donie Yamamoto, CEO and Founder, and Dr. Amber Da Silva, DVM, as they share practical advice, expert insights, and myth-busting truths to help you become a more confident, educated, and empowered pet parent.

We're here to dispel misinformation, break down pet ingredients, and highlight key pet care strategies backed by veterinary expertise. From Q & A with Dr. Amber to ingredient transparency, this podcast is your go-to source for today's pet care. It's time to get informed, inspired, and confident in your pet care choices.

Need quality supplements? We got you! Tune in, follow & unleash your pet questions: podcast@vitalpetlife.com (mailto:podcast@vitalpetlife.com) ➡️ You could be next episode's superstar!

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
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