If your pet stays indoors, is spaying or neutering still important? In a word, yes.  Spaying or neutering is an important part of preventive pet care with many positive impacts, from behavior to health to reducing the burden on animal shelters. In this episode, Hannah speaks to Dr. Maria Ramirez Gorton, veterinarian and Area Chief of Staff at Banfield Pet Hospital in Virginia. They discuss why it’s important to spay or neuter your pet, what the procedure entails, and what you and your veterinary team can do to ensure the healing process goes as smoothly as possible. You’ll also hear from sp ..read more

When it comes to veterinary visits, how can you best prepare and partner with your vet? In this episode, Hannah sits down with Dr. LaToiya Templeton, veterinarian and Area Chief of Staff at Banfield Pet Hospital in Garner, North Carolina. Together, they discuss the impact a healthy partnership with your veterinary team can have on the health and well-being of your pets. They dig into developing a bond between your BFF and your veterinary team, the many facets of veterinary care, and how to prepare properly for vet visits and reduce stress for your pets. We hope you enjoy Not Just Fluff! If y ..read more

Raw, veggie, senior or puppy, wet or dry ... oh my! With seemingly endless food options, it can be hard to navigate how and how much to feed our pets. In this episode, Hannah sits down with Jennifer Rodeen, Registered Veterinary Technician and Practice Manager at Banfield Pet Hospital in Lacey, Washington. Hannah and Jennifer discuss the role nutrition plays in every stage of your pet’s life, what to pay attention to when choosing the right foods, and how lifestyle and environment can have an impact. We hope you enjoy Not Just Fluff! If you find these conversations helpful, we want to hear f ..read more

Our senior pets are extremely special creatures, and caring for a senior can be very fulfilling. Every stage of your pet’s life comes with changes, their golden years are no different. So as your BFF trades in the zoomies for naps in the sun, what can you do to give them appropriate care? In this episode, Hannah speaks to Dr. Andrea Sanchez, Area Chief of Staff for Banfield Pet Hospital in Portland, and passionate advocate for senior pets. Together, they discuss the changes you can expect as your dog or cat enters their senior years, and preventive care practices you can adopt to help keep th ..read more

Despite the amount we talk to our pets (c’mon, you know you do it!), they just can’t talk back. So, it’s up to us as pet caretakers to advocate for their health and well-being. Pet owners sometimes ask why it’s important to take their pets to the vet if they seem healthy. We’re here to answer that question, unpack what wellness means when it comes to your BFF, and explain the differences between proactive and reactive care. In this episode, Hannah speaks to Dr. Meaghan Gilhooly, veterinarian and Vice President at Banfield Pet Hospital, and Mony Iyer, President of Banfield Pet Hospital. They’l ..read more

Holiday celebrations are tons of fun for humans, but can sometimes be stressful for our furry companions. Our dogs and cats are creatures of habit, and between decorations, new food, guests, and travel, they might feel out of sorts this time of year. In this episode, host Hannah Shaw sits down with Dr. Saskia Bogman, a veterinarian at Banfield Pet Hospital in Castle Rock, Colorado. Hannah and Saskia discuss the environmental changes that can impact your pets over the holidays, how to plan to make sure they are safe, and how to minimize pet stress. Whether you’re traveling or home for the holi ..read more

Is something creepy bugging your pet? Parasites like heartworm, ticks and fleas can be scary, and infections can have lasting effects on your pet’s health. All the more reason to talk about them! Silence and lack of awareness around parasites can lead to dangerous myths and misconceptions. Let’s change that together. In this episode, host Hannah Shaw sits down with Dr. Michael Piccione, Area Chief of Staff for Banfield Pet Hospital Houston North. Hannah and Michael discuss all sorts of creepy crawlies that can harm your pet, common symptoms to look out for, and preventive measures you can ta ..read more

We know, we know – The idea of getting your furry BFF to sit still and let you put your fingers in their mouth? It’s the last thing any of us want to do at the end of the day. It’s a common misconception that stinky breath is a part of pet ownership. And while a professional teeth cleaning at the vet is important, there are also steps we can do at home to help our pet’s oral health. In the first episode of Banfield Pet Hospital’s new podcast, Not Just Fluff, our host, Hannah Shaw, AKA Kitten Lady, sits down with Dr. Kate Hilsenteger, Area Chief of Staff at Banfield Pet Hospital, and passiona ..read more

It may go without saying, but we'll say it anyway: we love our pets. That's why Banfield Pet Hospital created Not Just Fluff, a podcast all about animals, made for the humans who love them. Not Just Fluff is here to bring you actionable tips and smart advice from pet professionals who really understand pet care. Our host, Hannah Shaw, will sit down with pet pros to debunk common pet-related myths, share practical advice, and deep dive into some of the most common questions we hear from pet lovers. We want to empower you with the knowledge you need to give your furry friends the best care, and ..read more