Episode #15 of the Pampered Pooch (Our Last Episode)

Episode #15 - Let Sleeping Dogs Lie...in Designer Dog Beds
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In this episode Christine and Vicki talk about the multitudes of dog bed options. Sure your dog may like your bed or couch, but they still need a place of their own that is soft and comfortable. Christine will give you the low-down on all the different options and which is good or bad for certain dogs because a truly pampered pooch must be comfy and get a good nights rest! They also talk about the Pampered Pooch of the Week, Vladi. Tune in!

Pampered Pooch of the Week - Vladi:
















Sadly this is our last show for the Pampered Pooch due to time constraints / scheduling demands of the hosts. We appreciate you listening!

Episode 14 - Valentine's Day & Things
Your Dog Will Love
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This show is all about celebrating Valentine's Day with your dog! Christine talks about taking your dog on a date. Listen in to hear about some healthy treats to give your sweet tooth pooch! They also talk about sharing your love with some of the coolest Valentine designer toys on the market. Christine also talks about The Pampered Pooch of the Week, Luke, an American/Field Labrador. The truly pampered pooch will not want to miss this episode!

Pampered Pooch - Luke:

Episode #13 of The Pampered Pooch is now available at http://www.petliferadio.com. Episode #13 is all about Dr. Harvey's "Miracle" Food. If you listened to the last episode you heard about "What's really in pet food". This episode, we interview Dr. Harvey Cohen, founder of Dr. Harvey's Healthy Formulations, Inc. We discuss the benefits of Dr. Harvey's Canine Health food is an all-natural, holistic dog food pre-mix. Canine Health is made from 6 certified organic grains, 9 vegetables and 14 herbs. Dr. Harvey uses only the finest organic and all-natural human consumption ingredients in Canine Health. Canine Health, this miracle of all natural dog foods, is made with no dyes, no preservatives, and no chemicals.

If your dog has allergies, or if you just want to feed your dog healthy food, Dr. Harvey's is the way to go. Vicki and I both use Dr. Harvey's and highly recommend it!

For more information on Dr. Harvey's Miracle's Food: http://www.drharveys.com/products/show/12-canine-health-the-miracle-dog-food.
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Episode #12 is Now Available Online

Episode 12 - What's Really in Pet Food

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In this episode of The Pampered Pooch Christine and Vicki share insightful information on What's Really in Pet Food. With permission from the Animal Protection Institute (API), they discuss the common misconceptions of what consumers think they are buying and what they are actually getting. Christine and Vicki share information from API to help you determine exactly what is in the food you give your dog. They go over how pet food is made, some pet food secrets like co-packing and some of the marketing magic designed to trick consumers. Using the information from API, they discuss ways to help evaluate pet food using label basics, comparing dry food to wet food, all about pet food ingredients (protein, fat & additives). They discuss some of the potential contaminants as well as nutrition related diseases. This episode is full of information you surely do not want to miss! We also talk about The Pampered Pooch of the Week, Cow, a 160 lb. Newfoundland / Great Pyrenees mix. Listen in!

To view the full article from Animal Protection Institute, go to http://www.bornfreeusa.org/facts.php?p=359&more=1.

Pampered Pooch of the Week: Cow

Episode #12 What's Really in Pet Food

Episode #12 of The Pampered Pooch is now available at http://www.petliferadio.com.

In this episode of The Pampered Pooch Christine and Vicki share insightful information on what is really in pet food. With Permission from the Animal Protection Institute (http://www.bornfreeusa.org/), they discuss the common misconceptions of what consumers think they are buying vs. what they are actually getting. Christine and Vicki share information from API to help you determine exactly what is in your food you give your dog. They go over how pet food is made, some pet food secrets like co-packing and some of the marketing magic designed to trick consumers. Using the information from API, they discuss ways to help evaluate pet food using label basics, comparing dry food to wet food, all about ingredients (protein, fat & additives). They discuss some of the potential contaminants as well as nutrition related disease. This episode is full of information you surely do not want to miss! We also talk about the Pampered Pooch of the Week, Cow, a 160 lb. Newfoundland / Great Pyrenees mix. Listen in!


The Pampered Pooch of the Week: Cow

Episode #11 is Now Available Online

Episode #11 of The Pampered Pooch - Canine Massage

In this episode, Christine and Vicki discuss pampering your pooch with massage. What are some of the benefits of pet massage? What ailments/behavior issues can pet massage benefit? Different techniques are reviewed, both with a certified pet massage therapist and also for providing massage for your pet at home. We also share how to find a certified pet massage therapist as well as interviewing Jennifer of Gentle Paws Pet Massage. For those of you who want to give your own massages, Christine and Vicki share a couple of good tutorials: a DVD called "Pawitive Strokes" and the book "Dog Massage: A Whiskers to Tail Guide to Your Dog's Ultimate Petting Experience" by Mary Jean Ballner. Also listen in to hear the Pampered Pooch of the Week, Carly the Lhasa Apso!

Don't forget to submit your dog for the Pampered Pooch of the Week contest. Email a picture to pamperedpooch@petliferadio.com.

Pampered Pooch of the Week, Carly:

Episode #10 Halloween

Episode #10 of The Pampered Pooch is now available at http://www.petliferadio.com/

In this episode Christine & Vicki will share some safety tips for your pets at Halloween (from the dangers of candy to tips for trick-or-treaters, etc.). Vicki will share some useful reflective products while out with your dog at night, which are good for any time of the year. Christine will discuss some tips on purchasing costumes and the best place to buy the costumes. Vicki and Christine will share some Halloween party planning ideas, including games. Christine will share the pampered pooch of the week. Christine will also share some tips on a birthday party "Hollywood/Movie" theme. Listen in for a howling good time!

Don't forget to submit your pet for The Pampered Pooch of the Week contest at pamperedpooch@petliferadio.com.

Pampered Pooch of the Week, Cooper:

Episode #9 Spa Day

Episode #9 of The Pampered Pooch is now available online at http://www.petliferadio.com.

In this episode, Christine and Vicki share how to really pamper your pooch with a spa day. They discuss what type of brush is best for your dog's type of fur. They share some of the different at home bathing systems and toothbrush options. Some other ways they discuss to indulge your pooch in luxury includes soothing shampoos, blueberry facials and even doggy nail polish! Also listen to hear about some of the latest treatments being offered at stylish pet salons. To truly spoil your pet, check out the product of the week, the Paw Plunger (http://www.pawplunger.com). Listen in! Don't forget to submit your dog for the Pampered Pooch of the Week contest at pamperedpooch@petliferadio.com.

Episode #8 Toys

Christine and Vicki talk you through some of their favorite dog toys. You'll love to hear about some of these fun and exciting toys to help keep your dog from being bored and to challenge them intellectually. A bored pampered pooch is no pampered pooch at all. This episode is essential for any pet parent and will make you want to start your dog's Christmas list early! Listen in!

Don't forget to enter your dog in the Pampered Pooch Contest at pamperedpooch@petliferadio.com.

Pampered Pooch of the Week - Chesney

Episode #7 Weekly Home Examinations

Episode #7 is now available online. Go to http://www.petliferadio.com under Pampered Pooch, Episode #7.

In this episode Christine and Vicki share the importance of giving your dog a weekly home exam. They share tips on how to give your dog a thorough exam using their own pet parent experience. They take you from the tip of the dog's nose to the tip of their tail, from their head to their toenails. They share symptoms of canine bloat to look out for. They also talk about two products that help prevent bloat, Brake Fast Bowl (http://www.brake-fast.net/) or Omega Paw Portion Pacer (http://www.omegapaw.com/PortionPacer.html).

Listen for information you do not want to miss!

Episode #6 Safety & Emergency Prepardness

Episode #6 of The Pampered Pooch is now available online!

Christine and Vicki talk about something very near and dear to their hearts - safety and emergency prepardness. They share tips on how to make sure your dogs will be well cared for in case of your own emergency. They talk about identification options for your pet and preparing for emergencies in the household. Another top is safety in the car while traveling and also water safety. Christine interviews the Puppy Mill Awareness Meetup Group at the Fido Does Ferndale event. Vicki shares the Pooch Waiting to be Pampered (Adopted), Shorty, a boston terrier with a lot of love to give. Christine shares the Pampered Pooch of the Week, Montauk, a Great Dane rescued from deplorable conditions. Listen in on this informational episode to ensure your pampered pooch's safety! Don't forget to email us at pamperedpooch@petliferadio.com to enter your dog in the Pampered Pooch of the Week contest.

Pampered Pooch of the Week, Montauk:


Pet Trust: http://www.pettrustplus.com/
Home Pet Alert Decal: http://www.petalertdecal.com/decal_info.htm
Pets At Home Window Cling: http://www.psistoreonline.com/index.php?p=view_category&category_id=621
Pet ID Tag: https://www.idtag.com/
Dog Nose ID: http://www.dognoseid.com/
Avid Microchips: http://www.avidmicrochip.com/
Home Again Microchip: http://www.public.homeagain.com/
Panic Line: http://www.caliscollars.com/
Pet ER Guide Book by Melinda Lord: http://www.petemergencybook.com/
Skamper Ramp: tp://www.skamper-ramp.com/home.asp?pid=1
Pet Life Jackets: http://www.petstreetmall.com/Dog-Life-Jackets/615.html
Puppy Mill Awareness Group (Southeast Michigan): http://www.meetup.com/detroit-puppy-mill-awareness
Midwest Boston Terrier Rescue: http://www.midwestbtrescue.org/

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Episode #4 (Animal Communicator) Now Available Online!

Episode #4 of The Pampered Pooch is Now Available Online!

Direct Link to Show: http://www.markiac.addr.com/PET_LIFE_RADIO/pamperedpooch.html

This week we explore the topic of Animal Communicators. Christine and Vicki have a reading from Sherry Szmigiel of The Pawsitive Pet (http://www.thepawsitivepet.net). Christine attends Doggie Rama, where she interviews the owner of Gertie Gear (http://www.gertiegear.com). Vicki talks about the Pooch Waiting to Be Pampered (Adopted), Laila. Laila is an American Bulldog, American Staffordshire mix (http://www.petfinder.com/petnote/displaypet.cgi?petid=9020982). Christine talks about the Pampered Pooches of the Week, two bichons, named Marco & Sophie. Listen to hear about the Product of the Week, a cool device called Petalk (http://www.petalk.net). Listen in on the fun!

Laila, Pooch Waiting to Be Pampered:

Pampered Pooches of the Week, Marco & Sophie:

Don't forget to submit your pet for The Pampered Pooch of the Week contest! Thanks for listening!

Christine Laethem,
Host of The Pampered Pooch
www.petliferadio.com
pamperedpooch@petliferadio.com

Episode #2 Now Available Online

Episode 2 - Canine Chiropractic & Acupuncture Vicki shares ways that she pampers her pooches like doggy car seats, chiropractic & acupuncture. We also talk about Mother's Day for us mothers that have four legged children. Christine reports from The Mutt Strutt and interviews on how people pamper their pooches. Plus the Pampered Pooch of the Week, Pooch Waiting to be Pampered and the Product of the Week (The Pet Jet Setter). Check it out at http://www.markiac.addr.com/PET_LIFE_RADIO/pamperedpooch.html. Under "Episode 2", click on "Download Now".

Pet Waiting to Be Pampered (Adopted), Flash:
http://www.petfinder.com/petnote/displaypet.cgi?petid=13321725

Pampered Pooch of the Week, Betsy:

LINKS:
Pet Jet Setter: http://www.petjetsetter.com/

Simon & LouLou's Playhouse: http://www.simonandloulous.com/

Don't forget to submit your dog for The Pampered Pooch of the Week contest at pamperedpooch@petliferadio.com.

Questions or Comments? Send them to: pamperedpooch@petliferadio.com.

Episode #1 Available Online

Exciting! Our first podcast show of The Pampered Pooch is now available online!
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Episode 1 - Our First Show - About The Pampered Pooch & Birthday Parties
This is The Pampered Pooch's first podcast show. Christine and Vicki talk about what to expect from The Pampered Pooch's podcast shows. They also share about their second loves, their own pampered pets. They give some insight on giving your pet a birthday party and pick a product of the week. Tune in!Don't forget to enter your dog for the Pampered Pooch of the Week contest

Related Links:

Simon & LouLou's Playhouse (Vicki's Store) http://www.simonandloulous.com/
Meetup http://www.meetup.com/
The Metro Detroit Bichon Frise Meetup Group http://www.meetup.com/detroit-bichons
Puppy Mill Awarness Meetup Group http://www.meetup.com/detroit-puppy-mill-awareness/
Portapoo http://www.portapoo.com/


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About The Pampered Pooch Blog

Ever get tired of people that say "it's just a dog"? I do!

It is a growing trend that people love their pets like they are their children. This blog is about ways to pamper your pooch. We'll talk about pet parties, happening social events that cater to pets, discuss services designed to indulge pets, review the latest pet products. Another focus will be the importance of health & nutrition. We'll discuss your pampered pooch safe, finding a pampered pooch companion and much more.

Visit our show at www.petliferadio.com and then click on "Pampered Pooch". Enjoy!