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Hosted by Certified Cat Dad Chris Bonifati and Pet Living Expert Kristen Levine, the podcast explores the many ways Pets Add Life.

🌟 Founded by the American Pet Products Association.
💜 Promoting the joys of pet ownership
🐾 Educating pet parents on pet care
🎧 New podcast episodes of the Pets Add Life Podcast every Tuesdsay – available wherever you stream! 💜 Promoting the joys of pets
🐾 Educating pet parents on pet care and responsible pet ownership
🎧 Listen to new episodes of the PAL Podcast every Tuesday
🌟 Created by the American Pet Products Association (APPA)

Tune in to the Pets Add Life Podcast! The show dives into the latest trends in pet care, sharing heartwarming stories of animal companionship and featuring special guests that include pet experts and passionate pet owners. Each episode features two pet stories, two special guests, two product recommendations and two questions from the audience. Tune in every Tuesday for new episodes available on all major platforms.

11/03/2026

Your pet might be feeling more than you realize. 👀

Episode 141 of the Pets Add Life Podcast is here, and it’s all about the emotional lives of animals. Hosts Chris Bonifati of The American Pet Products Association (APPA) and Kristen Levine explore how to recognize and treat separation anxiety, how pets communicate through behavior and body language, and the powerful bonds they share with us.

From holiday travel decisions and a brand new Girl Scout treat for dogs to practical ways to build trust with birds and horses, this episode is full of insights for every kind of animal lover!

With Special Guests:

🩺 Dr. Tracey Deiss, veterinarian and Medical Lead for Behavior Solutions at Zoetis, explains why separation anxiety is a genuine behavioral health condition and shares her “surround sound” approach to managing it.

🐴 Joan Ranquet, animal communicator, author, and founder of Joan Ranquet - Communication With All Life, shares her perspective on the intuitive connection between people and animals and her book Animal Chakra Healing.

📖 Story Time
Kristen breaks down a Rover survey on how pets shape our travel plans, including how many people have canceled an expensive trip because of their pet. Chris introduces Patch Pals, blueberry muffin-flavored dog biscuits from Girl Scouts and BARK, so pups can finally join cookie season! 🍪

🛍️ Product Picks
Uproot Clean Washing Machine Cleaner for Pet Hair
PawsPik 3-in-1 Convertible Plush Cave, Donut & Basket Pet Bed

❓ Listener Q&A
How emotionally tuned in are parrots to their people? And what does it mean when your horse turns away as you approach?

🎧 Listen now: https://bit.ly/4BGnZtZ

11/01/2026

What if the calmest, easiest pet to bring home is the one most people walk right past? 🐾

This Month, we're celebrating the gray muzzles who are so often overlooked at shelters. Senior dogs and cats usually arrive with their personalities fully formed, and many already know the house rules.

Want to help a senior pet thrive? Check out these episodes of the Pets Add Life Podcast:

🎧 Episode 61: Interview with Dr. Mary Gardner, Co-founder of Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice, on keeping aging pets comfortable: https://bit.ly/3W1fCZZ

🎧 Episode 77: Interview with Angela Dinsmoor, Founder of Grey Whiskers Senior Dog Grooming: https://bit.ly/4fwDOZE

And remember, small changes in mobility, appetite, or sleep are worth a call to your vet. Catching them early helps your senior feel their best!

👉 Share a photo of your favorite senior pet in the comments!

10/30/2026

Can a dog help solve a murder? 👀

Paula Quintana, creator, host, and producer of on Instagram, brings true crime to our Halloween special. Her podcast explores real cases where animals played a role in uncovering the truth, with her canine co-host Ein the Corgi by her side.

Paula shares how a conversation on a dog walk sparked the idea for the show. She dives into cases involving search dogs, forensic evidence, and animals whose behavior gave investigators an unexpected clue, along with remarkable stories of animals that helped save lives and connect investigators to crucial evidence.

Proof that some of the best detectives have four paws! 🔍

🎧 Listen now: https://petsaddlife.org/podcast/140.-halloween-special-pet-costumes-true-crime-keeping-pets-safe

10/29/2026

What does it take to win Brooklyn’s biggest dog costume contest? 👀

Alana Davis and Courtney Cox, event coordinators with Fort Greene PUPS, take us inside the Great PUPkin, Fort Green Park , NY's legendary Halloween dog costume contest, now celebrating its 28th year.

Alana shares the story of her dog Howie, a Chiweenie who uses a wheelchair and won Best in Show in 2021 after she and Courtney transformed his wheels into an elaborate New York City hot dog cart. The pair talk about experiencing the Great PUPkin first as spectators, then as winners, and finally as the organizers who now help keep this beloved Brooklyn tradition going.

From the crowd to the winner’s circle to running the show! 🎃

🎧 Listen now: https://bit.ly/4e4CTjM

10/29/2026

This , we're celebrating the curious, cuddly, and occasionally chaotic cats who rule our homes. 🐈

Want to make home your cat's happy place? Check out these episodes of the Pets Add Life Podcast:

🎧 Episode 39: Interview with Cynthia Chomos, Founder of Catio Spaces, and Dr. Annie Valuska of Purina's Pet Behavior Team: https://bit.ly/47O3ga3

🎧 Episode 114: Why cats are officially having their moment in the pet industry: https://bit.ly/3WTddAH

And remember, small upgrades go a long way: a sunny window perch, a cozy hideaway, or a new spot to climb and scratch.

👉 What's the most "cat" thing your cat does? Tell us in the comments!

10/28/2026

What if you could hug a perfect plush copy of your pet? 👀

Scott Meier, CEO of Budsies & Petsies, joins the Pets Add Life (PAL) Podcast to take us behind the scenes at Petsies, where artists transform photos of beloved pets into one-of-a-kind custom stuffed animals.

Scott walks us through the detailed process of recreating every marking and expression, and even wheelchairs and Halloween costumes. He shares the emotional stories behind these keepsakes, from college students missing a pet back home to families looking for something to hold after losing a beloved animal.

He also talks about his work with The Sato Project and Wings of Rescue, helping rescued dogs and cats from Puerto Rico find new homes.

🎧 Listen now: https://bit.ly/4e4CTjM

10/27/2026

What happens when Halloween, true crime, and pet costumes collide? 👀

In Episode 140 of the Pets Add Life Podcast, hosts Chris Bonifati of The American Pet Products Association (APPA) and Kristen Levine celebrate spooky season with incredible pet costumes, custom stuffed-animal keepsakes, a true-crime podcast where animals help crack the case, and one of Brooklyn’s most beloved Halloween traditions.

From wheelchair-powered costume champions to tips for keeping pets safe and calm on the spookiest night of the year, this episode is a total treat!

With Special Guests:

🧸 Scott Meier, CEO of Budsies & Petsies, on turning pet photos into one-of-a-kind custom stuffed animals

🔍 Paula Quintana, creator and host of Dog Days of Murder, on real cases where animals helped uncover the truth

🎃 Alana Davis & Courtney Cox of Fort Greene PUPS, on the Great PUPkin, Brooklyn’s legendary dog costume contest

📖 Story Time
Kristen breaks down the National Retail Federation’s 2026 Halloween survey, which projects Americans will spend $920 million on pet costumes this year, with pumpkins, hot dogs, and ghosts leading the pack. Chris shares the story of Sammy, a 12-year-old Chiweenie in a wheelchair who has won six straight costume contests, including one as an Amazon delivery truck.

🛍️ Product Picks
SodaPup Halloween Collection
Blue Buffalo Boo Bars Pumpkin & Cinnamon Dog Biscuits

❓ Listener Q&A
What are the biggest Halloween hazards for pets, and which ones surprise people most?

How can you tell if your dog is enjoying a costume or just tolerating it?

🎧 Listen now: https://bit.ly/4mwe3v4

10/26/2026

Which Halloween pup is taking home the treats this year? 🐾👻 Drop your favorite in the comments! 👇

10/25/2026

What if the “bad” behavior isn’t the problem at all? 👀

On Episode 139 of the Pets Add Life Podcast, Susan G. Friedman, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of Psychology at Utah State University and founder of Behavior Works, challenges us to look past labels like “stubborn,” “bad,” and even “guilty.” Instead, she encourages pet parents to focus on what an animal is actually doing and the conditions surrounding that behavior.

Susan explains how behavior is shaped by what happens before and after it, why choice and control are so important to animal welfare, and what decades of working with everyone from companion animals to zoo animals have taught her about how animals learn.

She also returns during our listener Q&A to share how to start helping a dog who becomes reactive around other dogs on walks.

It’s a conversation that will change the way you see your pet! 🧠

🎧 Listen now: https://bit.ly/4kcabRM

10/23/2026

Your dog knows “sit” at home. So why does it vanish the second you go outside? 👀

On Episode 139 of the Pets Add Life Podcast, professional dog trainer Jack McCauley of BFF Pet Services shares how training can be so much more than teaching obedience. Done right, it builds communication, confidence, and a stronger bond between dogs and their people.

Jack offers practical advice for loose-leash walking, explains how confidence grows through small, achievable challenges, and introduces us to canine sports like disc dog, tracking, agility, and Treibball. He also talks about matching the right activity to each dog’s age, physical condition, and abilities, and returns during our Q&A to explain why distractions can make well-learned commands seem to disappear.

Whether you have a new pup or a seasoned pro, you’ll walk away with something to try today! 🐕

🎧 Listen now: https://bit.ly/4kcabRM

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