Michelle Fern chats with Emily Meithner, co-founder of Travel Cat. Chances are that if you've seen any promos for Matthew Vaughn's new spy thriller, Argylle, you've seen its feline star, Chip (Claudia Schiffer's real-life family cat) - and Cat Backpack - take center stage! You can buy the viral Cat Backpack seen in the film (and the red carpet premieres) for the cat in your life, and set on a spy adventure of your very own - thanks to Travel Cat! To commemorate the partnership, Travel Cat tapped Chip, the feline star of Argylle—and the real-life cat of supermodel Claudia Vaughn (née Schiffer ..read more

Michelle Fern welcomes Tim Mitchum, President and CEO of WINPRO Pet, the only dog supplements powered by plasma. Few dog owners are aware of the health-boosting powers of plasma, but this miracle ingredient has been used by farmers to improve the vitality and lifespan of work animals for over 40 years. When used regularly, the blood plasma used in WINPRO Pet can exert a profound and lasting effect on your dog’s health and happiness. Coupon Code BESTBET20 (works on one time purchases & 1st order of a subscription) EPISODE NOTES: WINPRO - The Only Dog Supplements Powered by Plasma ..read more

Michelle Fern reports live from the tradeshow floor at Global Pet Expo 2024 in Orlando Florida. Check out these cool new pet products from Petmate, The Jill Rappaport Collection at Yellow Dog Design, Jolly Pets, Rawz, Veterinary Formula, Shepherd Boy Farms, Honest to Goodness, Frankly Pet, Lala Home, Wag Around Town, Petcakes, Purrniture Cat Furniture, Purina and more! Produced by the American Pet Products Association (APPA) and Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA), Global Pet Expo is the premier international gathering for the pet industry showcasing all types of pet products, includi ..read more

Pet fashion hounds? You know who you are! Bark & Swagger went on the hunt for you at this year’s Global Pet Expo to uncover our faves you have to know about! Don’t miss out on this fashion forward tips! EPISODE NOTES: Fetching Fashion or Just Plain Cute Stuff for Your Pets - My Global Pet Expo Roundup on Faves ..read more

This week Michelle Fern welcomes Paul Roly, creator of Shichic cat furniture, featuring the Poop Nest litter box, the Poop Lounge large litter box enclosure, the Marbleloo designer open litter box and much more! Chic cat furniture, all the way from France! Shichic was founded by Paul & Mateo. Two cat lovers fed up with the horrors of open, smelly, plastic litter boxes ruining their homes & spoiling their paw-some relations with their feline companions! Cats are the quirky masters we gladly serve, and they deserve better ! Shichic products are for Shicsters: humans who recognize their ..read more

This week Michelle Fern chats, with Margot Crump, Founder, Owner and Operator of Crump’s Naturals. Looking for yummy, small-batch treats for your four-legged friend? Check out Crumps Naturals! These no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives treats use single or limited ingredients in their family-owned and operated facility. The treats are available in flavors like sweet potato, chicken, lamb and duck and are available in small training bite sizes (perfectly portioned for any size dog), Naughty Nibbles and dental chews. EPISODE NOTES: Crumps Naturals ..read more

A new law in California law allows for more telehealth options with licensed veterinarians when your pet doesn't require an in-person examination for minor ailments or routine prescriptions. This week Michelle Fern welcomes Dr. Mondrian Contreras from Pumpkin Insurance’s Pet Advisory Board to share more on how this type of technology is helping deliver a positive vet experience to pet owners and their pets, as well as the benefits of pet insurance. EPISODE NOTES: New California Telehealth Law Is Changing The Way Vets And Pet Owners Interact with Their Furry Friends ..read more

With periodontal disease being one of the most common medical conditions seen by vets, it’s essential for pet parents to be on the lookout for signs & symptoms so they can take the necessary steps to prevent potentially life-threatening conditions down the line. This week Michelle Fern welcomes Holistic Veterinarian, Dr. Ambika Vaid, to talk about putting the bite on pet dental disease with proper prevention. EPISODE NOTES: February is Pet Dental Health Month ..read more

This week Michelle Fern talks to Shruti Ladani, co-founder and creator of SmartSlydr. SmartSlydr is a motorized robotic device for existing sliding doors and windows to make them smart in minutes! Your dog or cat can open the sliding glass door to go outside using The PetPass tag, which is a small tag that attaches to your dog’s collar. When your dog approaches the SmartSlydr, the tag will be detected and the door will open. You can also use the mobile app to control the door remotely. EPISODE NOTES: SmartSlydr - Automate Any Sliding Door or Window for your Pets ..read more

This week Michelle Fern welcomes Allison Esposito Medina, founder and CEO of Juniper, a groundbreaking online community and website that provides a platform for Generation Z and Millennial dog parents. Created by New York based start-up business entrepreneur Allison Esposito Medina who introduced Tech Ladies to support women in business becoming the largest community of women in tech, and now she’s embracing connecting people in the pet space providing the tools, knowledge, and support they need to be the best parents for their pets. EPISODE NOTES: Juniper - A Community for Dog Parents, By Do ..read more