We chat with three amazing ladies from Spark Kindness, a group dedicated "to building a kind, resilient & welcoming community where no one feels alone, bullied, unsupported or unconnected." We discuss the unconditional love given by our pets and the programming Spark Kindness offers. This is s super fun conversation that we hope you will enjoy listening to. Thank you to Kristy, Michele & Laura. You can find more information about their FREE programming at www.sparkkindness.orgWe...
Oct 02, 2021•45 min
Today we recorded at the Dog Park! This is a super entertaining & informative episode. We recorded with our dear friend Dr. Forbert Kaluba, DVM to chat about dog park safety. We discussed illnesses, first aide, when your dog is old enough to be at the park, Rabies and some other important health & wellness info. At times there were some bloopers, we said hi to some dogs that went by, Kim got bitten by a fly and the train went by twice. We always have fun with Forbert. Shout-out t...
Sep 19, 2021•27 min
For this episode we chat with Nancy "Nan" & John, her life coach. We discuss the CRISIS we are currently experiencing in the Veterinary field. This episode is also very important as we talk about suicide. Some really interesting things we discussed: "Why are some clients unreasonable?" "I have nothing left to give" "Compassion Fatigue" "Boundaries in the workplace" "3 Hour Webinar" "Taking time for yourself" Check out Nancy's TikTok page- nanners2816_slc86eCheck out John's TikTok pag...
Sep 11, 2021•1 hr 7 min
For this episode we have a special guest, Kelly's daughter Sarah who talks about a snake that bit her dog in Florida. She discusses what to do if your pet is bitten by a snake. We also chat about what kinds of items can be easily accessed by a pet in your home that your pet needs to avoid. We discuss the Top 5 Toxin ingestions that VET practices see lots of. Keep the Poison Control hotline number in your phone! Thank you to PETVRA Telehealth for being our amazing sponsor. They...
Aug 29, 2021•38 min
On this episode we chat about the Missing Dogs Massachusetts BLUEPRINT, a guide on what to do if your dog ever goes missing. We interview Pierce, the owner of Bozeman who tells us the story about what happens when you have a dog that is missing. It can be so scary, heartbreaking and distressing at the very least. We also learn about a community of kindness! Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas Support the Show.www.itisRUFFoutthere.com
Aug 15, 2021•32 min
Kelly & Kim were hungry and they needed to eat, so they met at Shaw Park in South Natick across from the FALLS. They had "dogs" at “Maggie & Milo's" a new place next to the park. Which location should we record a mini podcast (pod) at next? Thank you to our SPONSOR PetVRA Telehealth AppPodcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas Support the Show.www.itisRUFFoutthere.com
Aug 12, 2021•6 min
Ever wonder what Veterinary Technicians do at the ER? Our amazing Vet Tech Danielle gives us the Play by Play as to what to expect when you bring your pet to the ER. We chat about what TRIAGE is and why the Vet Field is currently in CRISIS mode with a great shortage of Vet staff. We hope you will learn some good info to help you prepare for your next ER experience...and as always we hope that you won't need us. We thank you for always being KIND.Season 2 is in HONOR of Rylee Podcas...
Aug 01, 2021•48 min
If you have ever wondered about or worried about your pets and coyotes, this is the episode you want to hear! We have super fun & informative coyote expert John Maguranis joining us for episode 10, our Season 1 finale... John comes to our podcast with lots of knowledge regarding animals. John served as a US Army veterinary technician for more than twenty-years, caring for a wide range of animals. John also served as an Animal Control Officer in Massachusetts and is the Massachusetts Rep f...
Jul 20, 2021•59 min
Our next guest is the owner of several animal-related, service-based businesses in the Greater Boston area, including dog walking, training, behavior services & grooming. Since 2006 and as a sole proprietor, she has been able to grow her operations into a portfolio of financially successful businesses. She is a go-getter and never stops….we wonder when she sleeps! This amazing entrepreneur witnessed one of her beloved businesses burn to the ground in 2019, yet that did not stop...
Jul 06, 2021•53 min
We are beyond excited for this next episode featuring Dr. Forbert Kaluba, DVM. Not only is he funny, but wicked smart. A well known and loved emergency and critical care veterinarian, he talks about his new venture as founding partner at PetVRA Telehealth and the App you can download and use to seek advice for your pet from a Licensed Veterinarian. Forbert is also the developer of the App VRA or Veterinary Resources App the geo-location application to help find the closest ER, urgent care or ...
Jun 21, 2021•48 min
Fostering is NOT easy….but it can be one of the most rewarding experiences in life. Kelly interviews Kim about some of the fosters she has had in her home over the years. Some stories are heart-warming & some are heart-wrenching! We also discuss loss & grief and how very real the pain of losing a pet is! Thank you to all who foster….it can change your life. 💚Podcast Jingle Podcast Jingle Created by Kim Mixed by Kostas Support the Show.www.itisRUFFoutthere.com
Jun 12, 2021•49 min
Follow along with us as Mildred and Dolores tell some of their own stories from the front desk of the clinic they work at! And listen through to hear as our producer and colleague talk about what it's like to have/get a puppy in the pandemic!Support the Show.www.itisRUFFoutthere.com
May 28, 2021•30 min
So sorry for the delay - our producer was on vacation and totally dropped the ball! Follow us along as we discuss all it took to get our dog park to where it is now!Support the Show.www.itisRUFFoutthere.com
May 20, 2021•31 min
In this episode we speak with a local behaviorist who teaches all the NEW puppy owners some tricks and ways to succeed in a pandemic with a puppy!Support the Show.www.itisRUFFoutthere.com
May 08, 2021•59 min
Welcome Back! In this episode we talk about the crazy and heartwarming story of a dog who had been missing from her family for 5 years! Listen in to hear from volunteers who spend their time helping owners going through the worst thing imaginable. We also hear from Kim and Kelly as they are LIVE @ a local Lake! Support the Show.www.itisRUFFoutthere.com
May 01, 2021•33 min
Follow along as Kim and Kelly walk you through some of their own specialties - rabies, wounds of unknown origin (wink wink), dog rescues and fosters, and dog parks!!Support the Show.www.itisRUFFoutthere.com
Apr 23, 2021•27 min
Our first ever episode about US, our dogs, our life with dogs, the dog owners, dog messes & dog jobs we get ourselves involved with. Oh geezSeason 1 is in HONOR of the oldest of our combined dogs....Wally We thank you so very much for listening 💚Support the Show.www.itisRUFFoutthere.com
Apr 16, 2021•29 min
