A Walk in the Park ...with Animal Friends

Our podcast provides you with valuable insights into all things cats, dog, horses and so much more.

We all lead busy lives and here at Animal Friends, we’re always on the hunt to find new ways to help support you and your pet on your journey together. Our podcast, A Walk in the Park... with Animal Friends, gives you the information to help keep you in the know while you and your pet are on-the-go.

So, what can you expect from our podcast?

Joined by her German Shorthaired Pointer, Skye, our Chief Marketing Officer, animal welfare advocate and all-round bonkers for all-things pets Patricia Gardiner talks to animal welfare and veterinary experts, covering topics ranging from pet health and wellness, veterinary perspectives and technological advancements, environmental protection and ecology, to animal welfare matters. Each episode is packed with top tips and fun facts straight from the horse’s mouth!

With each episode featuring Patricia and Skye to ensure you never* get bored, they’re perfect to block out those tiresome commutes, to distract you while cleaning the cat litter tray, or as the soundtrack to your trip to the vets…

*We can’t actually guarantee this, but we’re almost fairly certain.

You can listen to each podcast episode below when released or on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts and YouTube.

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Myth-Busting – All things pet!

There are plenty of mysterious myths and misconceptions out there about our pets!

Canicross - A beginners’ journey 

Uncover the mysteries behind the wonderful sport of Canicross and learn plenty of hints and tips on how to have fun with your pooch!

Bee part of the change – Understanding our winged heroes!

We're 'buzzing' to chat all things bumblebees with the phenomenal Gill Perkins, CEO of the Bumblebee Conservation Trust.

 

Artificial Intelligence - What does it mean for our pets?

Learn about the positive advancements of AI in veterinary care and how it can make your life easier as a pet owner.

The Perfect Storm – How the cost-of-living crisis is hitting pet owners

We talk about how an increase in pet ownership during lockdown and the current cost-of-living crisis has sadly created the perfect storm.

The state of a UK Rescue sector – With Birmingham Dogs Home

We talk about how the tragic aftermath of the pandemic with struggling owners to give up pets and what it means for charities like Birmingham Dogs Home?

What it takes to care for your pet - The vets' perspective

What is it really like to be a vet? What’s the expert advice on all the hot topics of the moment? Plus, you’ll never believe some of the things they’ve seen... 

Behaviour issues or separation anxiety? What you need to know

It's a term we’re hearing more and more… but what exactly is separation anxiety, how is it different from behaviour issues, and what can we do about it?