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Stacy LeBaron – PAWSitive Pantry

This week, on All My Children Wear Fur Coats, Stacy LeBaron examined the growing pet affordability crisis and explained how PAWSitive pantry is helping keep families and their beloved pets together.

Stacy LeBaron is the president and chief feline officer of PAWSitive Pantry, a nonprofit committed to supporting pets and their families during times of hardship. Stacy has been involved in animal welfare for over 3 decades. Among countless other initiatives, she hosts The Community Cats Podcast, a weekly program that advocates cat sterilization and welfare.

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Chance Palmer – Pet Popcorn

This week, on All My Children Wear Fur Coats, Chance Palmer shared the story of his entrepreneurial journey and explored the benefits of freeze-dried pet treats.

Chance Palmer is the founder and owner of Pet Popcorn, a company that manufactures single-ingredient, freeze-dried treats for dogs and cats. Chance’s idea originated when his family purchased a freeze dryer to create healthier snacks for their pets, Lolly and Asher. The name Pet Popcorn was inspired by the way freeze-dried ground beef resembles popcorn, with its light, inflated texture. Chance was a full-time student at Colorado University when he launched the business, often sacrificing nights and weekends to get Pet Popcorn off the ground. However, his passion for the venture made it feel more like a rewarding pursuit than a chore.

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Can Do Canines – Jeff Johnson

This week on All My Children Wear Fur Coats, Jeff Johnson illustrated the remarkable abilities of canines and explained how Can Do Canines is transforming the lives of individuals with disabilities by fostering mutually beneficial partnerships with specially trained pups.

Jeff Johnson serves as the executive director of Can Do Canines, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free assistance dogs to individuals with disabilities. Founded in 1989, Can Do Canines serves individuals with mobility issues, individuals with Type 1 Diabetes, individuals suffering from seizures, individuals with hearing impairments, and children with autism. The organization primarily breeds Labradors and Labrador mixes due to their exceptional intelligence and friendly temperament, which make them ideal candidates for service work.

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Thinking of Getting a Puppy for the Holidays? Don’t Get Scammed!

Portrait of brown puppy with bokeh background Portrait of brown cute puppy with sunset bokeh background puppy stock pictures, royalty-free photos & images(Goshen, IN — October 9, 2024) – As families plan to bring a new puppy home for the holidays, it’s important to be aware of a growing issue: puppy scams. In 2022, reports to the Better Business Bureau (BBB) revealed total losses of $1.34 million between January and September, with even higher figures during the pandemic years. In 2020 and 2021, losses peaked at $3.3 million and $3 million, respectively, as a surge in demand for pets left scammers preying on families searching for a furry companion. With the holiday season around the corner, it’s critical for potential puppy owners to begin their search early to avoid falling victim to these schemes.

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Dr. Fossum’s Pet Care – Dr. Terry Fossum

Recently, on All My Children Wear Fur Coats, Dr. Terry Fossum discussed the nuances of the pet supplement market and divulged the science behind Dr. Fossum’s Pet Care.

Dr. Terry Fossum is the CEO and founder of Dr. Fossum’s Pet Care, a pet wellness brand that offers a variety of supplements to support cognitive function, mobility, and comfort for pets. With a background as a renowned veterinary surgeon, Dr. Fossum has an extensive history of dedicated service to animals, ensuring their health and well-being throughout her career. She is the author of Senior Dogs: The Essential Guide to Maximize Quality Time With Your Best Friend, a book that features surveys to help you evaluate the progression of your dog’s aging.

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Baby Pack Leader – Aileen Cronin

This week, on All My Children Wear Fur Coats, Aileen Cronin discussed the balance between pet ownership and parenthood, and provided tips for integrating newborn babies into families with dogs.

Aileen Cronin is an expert canine behavior consultant with over a decade of experience. Her transformative journey through motherhood inspired her to establish Baby Pack Leader, a company dedicated to helping expectant parents prepare their canine for a new baby’s arrival and address behavioral issues in the home. Baby Pack Leader offers various resources including workshops, downloadable guides, and training programs. They also provide the Bringing Home Baby board and meet service, which involves boarding and training a family’s dog during the baby’s first week to help everyone – people and dogs through the transition.

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Lost Dogs of America – Susan Taney

In a recent episode of All My Children Wear Fur Coats, Susan Taney offered valuable insights into locating lost dogs, and employing preventative measures to protect dogs from becoming lost.

Susan Taney is the founder and former director of Lost Dogs Illinois, a nonprofit organization that helps owners search for their missing canines. Once the Lost Dogs network expanded to other states, Susan co-founded Lost Dogs of America to serve as a centralized database of information for animal recovery. Susan has extensive experience in the world of animal activism with over 30 years of animal shelter work under her belt.

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The Lifetime Cost of Pet Ownership

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As pet parents, we do everything in our power to ensure our pets are happy and healthy. Unfortunately, the lifetime care of a pet isn’t inexpensive. Maintaining a pet requires careful budgeting and financial planning. Underestimating the lifetime cost of your pet’s care could be detrimental to you and your pet’s future.

Before you assume the responsibility of acquiring a pet, it is crucial to know the costs you will incur initially, and throughout your pet’s lifetime. So, how much does it really cost to care for a pet? Naturally, this number will vary greatly depending on species, breed, individual needs, and other factors.

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Pets Are Family – Erika Sinner

In a recent episode of All My Children Wear Fur Coats, we met up with Erika Sinner from Directorie to learn about her philosophy on pet bereavement, and her advocacy for increased empathy in the workplace.

Erika Sinner worked in pharmaceutical marketing for over a decade before she founded Directorie. Directorie is a marketing agency that connects in-house teams, contractors, and external partners in the device and pharma sectors. As a self-proclaimed “Chief Empathy Officer,” she created a company culture that celebrates authenticity, vulnerability, and hard work.

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Boston Dog Lawyers – Jeremy Cohen

In a recent episode of All My Children Wear Fur Coats, Jeremy Cohen discussed an important breakthrough in legislation regarding pet custody cases.

Jeremy Cohen works in collaboration with The Ollie’s Law Coalition to protect pets and their owners at doggy daycare facilities. He was invited to speak at the International Boarding and Pet Services Association and was named the 2023 APDT Member of The Year for his service as the chair of the Ethics Committee for the Association of Professional Dog Trainers.

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