Best Dogparents Podcasts (2024)

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TOP #137: Battle Against Over-Supplementation: PetMatrx's Crusade for Canine Wellness! 40:57

11M ago40:57

40:57

Hi there, welcome to the Theory of Pets Podcast. I'm your host Connor Knight. Join us on this enlightening episode as we delve into the world of canine nutrition and the growing concern of over-supplementation in our furry friends. We explore the potential dangers and health issues caused by excessive vitamins and minerals in dog diets. Our special…

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TOP #136 Getting A Large Breed Dog: Medical Issues and Costs You Should Know 59:41

1+ y ago59:41

59:41

Hi there! Welcome to The Theory of Pets Podcast Episode number 136. Today we got an awesome topic to discuss and I am super excited to go over it with you! I think its important for everyone to understand what they're getting into with larger dog breeds when they want to adopt! I personally want a second dog and would like a larger breed. I dug and…

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TOP #134 Brushing Your Dog's Teeth Can Save You Thousands And Their Life 55:56

1+ y ago55:56

55:56

Hi there everyone! Welcome to the Theory of Pets Podcast thank you all for joining us today! Today I am joined by Dr. Lyndsey Kingsley and we are talking about dental health! Today's podcast is sponsored by BetterVet, mobile veterinary care for happier pets! They are offering a limited time offer for Theory of Pet listeners. If you sign up at bette…

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TOP #133 Winter Risks and Everything You Need To Know To Be Prepared 37:59

1+ y ago37:59

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Hey there everyone! Welcome to The Theory of Pets Podcast I'm your host, Connor Knight. I am the President of our company Top Dog Tips. You can check us out at topdogtips.com Today we are going to be talking about winter risks and what you need to know as a pet owner and how to be prepared for them! So winter is coming up and what are the most comm…

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TOP #132 Do You Speak Dog? Understanding Dog Body Language w/ Robin Bennett 46:52

1+ y ago46:52

46:52

Hi there! Welcome to the Theory of Pets Podcasts! We started this podcast to uncover truths in the pet industry. Today I am joined by Robin Bennett. Robin Bennett has been a dog behavioralist trainer for over 30 years. After successfully running her own behavior training business, she started a business that teaches doggy daycares how to understand…

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TOP #131 Deep Dive In How To Care And Train Your Dog From A Veterinarian's Perspective 1:09:53

1+ y ago1:09:53

1:09:53

Hi there, welcome to the Theory of Pets Podcast where we uncover the truths about the pet industry! I am your host, Connor Knight! Today we are going to be looking at basic how care for a new dog and training from a veterinarian's perspective. The guest today is none other than Dr. Lyndsey Kingsley. She has been a wealth of knowledge continuously c…

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TOP #130: Vet Office Appointments COULD BE DEAD, Enter Vet House Calls 52:26

1+ y ago52:26

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Hey everyone! Thank you so much for joining me today. Today I will have Dr. Lyndsey Kingsley back on for a three-peat or four-peat? We are going to be talking about Mobile Veterinary Care, and she goes on a deep dive on Veterinary House Calls. Here are the questions and topics I cover today: So there’s this recent trend in the pet industry for hous…

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TOP #129: You Need To Know This Before Buying A Dog From A Breeder 32:16

1+ y ago32:16

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Hi there! Thank you everyone for joining me today. My name is Connor Knight I am the president at Top Dog Tips and the co-host of the Theory of Pets Podcast. Today we have a special guest from Embark Vet. Her name is Jenna Dockweiler. She is a veterinary geneticist. Today we are going to be doing a deep dive on proper breeding practices. Here are s…

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TOP #128 Is Commercial Dog Food As Evil And Bad As They Say? 57:44

1+ y ago57:44

57:44

Hey Everyone! Welcome to the Theory of Pets Podcast. I am your co-host, Connor Knight, and the President of Top Dog Tips. Today we are going to brush up on some controversial topics and questions. Commercial Dog Food Recently, commercial dog food has been intensely scrutinized for its process of providing cheap and affordable dog food at scale. To …

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TOP #127 Can You Over Vaccinate Your Dog? w/ Dr. Lyndsey Kingsley @ BetterVet 54:03

2y ago54:03

54:03

Hey there everyone! My name is Connor Knight and I am the President of Top Dog Tips. I currently Thank you again for tuning into our podcast. And thank you for your continued support of the channel. Today we will be discussing the confusing and misunderstood topic of vaccines for dogs. Here is the previous podcast w/ Dr. Kingsley: https://www.youtu…

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TOP #126: How Julie Napolitano Started Puppington For Dogs And Dog Owners and Why You Need Paw and Nose Balm! 33:32

2y ago33:32

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Hi there everyone! Thank you again for tuning into this next episode of the Theory of Pets Podcast! Today I am joined by Julie Napolitano. Julie is the owner of the company Puppington! Julie started the company in 2019 and it was originally called Pup Wax. Pup Wax is a balm/moisturizer that is her original flagship product. She came up with the pro…

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TOP #125 Summer Time Can Bring The Heat and A Bunch of Other Problems If You're Not Prepared w/ Dr. Lyndsey Kingsley @ BetterVet 58:50

2y ago58:50

58:50

Hey everyone, my name is Connor Knight and I am the President of Top Dog Tips. Today, I am joined by Dr. Lyndsey Kingsley with BetterVet and we are going to talk about beating the Summer Time Heat! We all think of taking a dip in the pool, or going to the beach, or having a couple of beers on the boat, or a nice summer cookout! However, if you're a…

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TOP #124 Her English Mastiff Is 15 Years Old and Is Fed Homemade Dog Food w/ Janet @ Lovin' Bowl 47:31

2y ago47:31

47:31

Today! We are doing a long-format video because we are reviving our podcast! We originally had prioritized other goals after August of 2020, but we are back now! We will have podcasts in the future with Samantha, and me along with other guests. My name is Connor Knight, her co-host of the Theory of Pets Podcast. We are joined today by Janet from Lo…

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TOP 123: Ridesharing for Pets and Their Owners ft. Aparna Srinivasan 24:19

3+ y ago24:19

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Have you ever had a hard time finding a ride home from the airport? Or had trouble getting a ride to bring your pet to the vet? If you rely on ridesharing for some of your transportation needs, it can be very difficult to find a driver that will agree to bring your pet along. And, unless your pet is a service animal, they’re not typically allowed o…

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TOP 122: How To Start A Franchise in the Pet Industry ft. Dan Barton 31:12

3+ y ago31:12

31:12

Have you ever thought about owning your own franchised business? We’re all familiar with McDonald’s, Burger King, Sonic and all the other popular fast food franchises, but what about franchise options in the pet industry? If you’re wondering what franchising is all about or how to get started with this entrepreneurial adventure, this podcast is for…

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TOP 121: How To Speak Dog ft. Steve Lankfer 35:36

3+ y ago35:36

35:36

Do you think your dog understands you when you speak to him? Or does he just associate the sound you’re making with a certain action? For example, does he understand what the word ‘sit’ means or does he just associate that sound with the action that you are expecting of him? If your dog actually understood the words that you were using, you wouldn’…

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TOP 120: How to Choose Mentally Stimulating Toys for Pets 20:37

3+ y ago20:37

20:37

Pets and humans have a lot in common, including mental health and disorders. One of the best ways to keep your pet’s mind sharp is to provide mentally stimulating toys and activities. Pets can suffer from boredom, stress, anxiety and even depression. For this reason, it’s just as important to care for their mental health as it is their physical hea…

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TOP 119: How to Choose a Pet Harness for Car Travel 18:01

4y ago18:01

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If you take your dog with you everywhere you go, you probably take a lot of safety precautions. He probably wears a harness, and I’m sure you bring a leash with you wherever you go. There are also some precautions that you should take when bringing your pet along for a car ride. If your dog is free to roam around the vehicle while driving, it will …

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TOP 118: What Is Human-Grade Pet Food? ft. Tom Arrix 24:06

4y ago24:06

24:06

Picking the right type of nutrition for your dogs and cats can be quite overwhelming for pet owners. There are so many options to choose from. How do you know which product is the best choice for your furry companion? Reading labels can be confusing, and online research is time consuming. Tom Arrix is the founder of Joy Food, a fairly new pet food …

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TOP 117: The Importance of Digestive Health in Dogs ft. Rei Kawano 24:21

4y ago24:21

24:21

Digestive health is a topic that is greatly underserved in the pet food industry, and vastly underappreciated by pet owners. Most pet parents believe that feeding a high quality food is equivalent to caring for their pet’s digestive health. Unfortunately, that couldn’t be farther from the truth. If your pet’s gut health is not balanced, their body …

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TOP 116: Getting Rid of Mice and Insects Could Poison Your Pets ft. Kari Warberg Block 27:19

4y ago27:19

27:19

Did you know that rodenticides and insecticides are among the top 10 household toxins that poison pets, especially dogs, every year? Insect and rodent poisons can be just as toxic to our curious pets as they are to the pest itself. Common active ingredients include long-lasting anticoagulants, which can prevent animal’s blood from clotting, Choleca…

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TOP 115: Can My Dog Contract Coronavirus (COVID-19)? 19:23

4y ago19:23

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A few weeks ago, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the spread of the COVID-19 novel coronavirus a global pandemic. As the panic around this virus grows, many pet owners are worried about the health of their companion animals. Can dogs get coronavirus? Is this something that you should be worried about? I’ll answer that question in this p…

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TOP 114: Turning Your Dreams Into a Successful Pet Business ft. Kristin Morrison 27:23

4y ago27:23

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By Samantha Randall

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TOP 113: The Dangers of Pet Obesity and How To Help Your Pet Slim Down ft. Prof. Alex German 19:12

4y ago19:12

19:12

By Samantha Randall

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TOP 112: The Benefits of Animals for Seniors ft. Austin Gerber 16:37

4y ago16:37

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By Samantha Randall

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TOP 111: How Pets Influence Your Shopping Habits ft. Adrian Tennant 28:52

4+ y ago28:52

28:52

By Samantha Randall

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TOP 110: How To Find High Quality Pet Clothes ft. Ivy Higa 17:05

4+ y ago17:05

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By Samantha Randall

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TOP 109: Do Dogs Really Derive From Wolves? ft. Bernie Taylor 16:16

4+ y ago16:16

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By Samantha Randall

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TOP 108: What Is Blue-Green Algae and Is It Toxic for Pets? 11:49

4+ y ago11:49

11:49

Blue-green algae has been a hot topic of discussion over the past few months. Did you know that this type of bacteria is toxic to dogs? If you’re not worried about your pet getting sick from blue-green algae, you should be! Did you know that this bacteria has been identified in all 50 states across the country? Many pets have become ill after inges…

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TOP #107: How to Prepare Your Pet for a Disaster 20:37

4+ y ago20:37

20:37

This is the time of year when many families are preparing for the harsh winter months ahead. Other families are gearing up for hurricane season or wondering what they should do to prepare for the next hurricane. No matter what region of the world you live in, it’s important to be prepared for any disaster or emergency that may come your way. Gettin…

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TOP 106: How One Veteran is Helping Shelter Dogs and Humans in Need ft. Matthew Lamarand 23:26

4+ y ago23:26

23:26

With Veteran’s Day right around the corner, I thought it would be a great time to share the story of one of my favorite Veteran’s. Matthew Lamarand is the CEO of Dogology University. He is a United States Military Veteran K9 Handler. He has almost 10 years experience training K9's to scout for explosives. After realizing that 96% of surrendered dog…

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TOP 105: Are Pee Pads Right for Your Pet? ft. Linda Bernier 24:47

4+ y ago24:47

24:47

Most pet owners think that all pee pads are the same. If they need to use these pads for their puppy, they just head to their local pet store and buy the first package they see. In fact, this couldn’t be farther from the truth. There are many different types and sizes of pee pads, and they are all made with different materials. Another common misco…

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TOP 104: What Types of CBD Products Are Best for My Pet 24:22

5y ago24:22

24:22

Cannabidiol, also known as CBD, is becoming a growing treatment in the human and veterinary medical fields. CBD is a substance extracted from the hemp plant, which makes it a controversial topic in either industry. As more research is being done on the effectiveness of CBD on health conditions such as cancer, arthritis, stress and anxiety, more and…

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TOP 103: Transitioning Your Pet To A New Diet ft. Dr Jennifer Adolphe 8:46

5y ago8:46

8:46

From time to time, you’ll need to transition your pet to a new diet. Whether it’s because of a change in age, a health condition or just the fact that you’d like your dog to eat a healthier diet, you need to be sure that you transition your pet to the new food properly. If not, your pet will likely suffer from digestion problems including diarrhea,…

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TOP 102: How To Calm Your Pet's Anxiety ft. Lisa Radosta 22:44

5y ago22:44

22:44

Dealing with a pet that has anxiety problems can be a struggle for even the most experienced owner. Whether it’s separation anxiety, noise aversion, anxiety about car rides or anything else, it’s important that you find the best way to help your pet deal with this issue. From over-the-counter treatments to home remedies, there are dozens of ways to…

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TOP 101: How To Keep Your Pet Safe on the Fourth of July 11:32

5y ago11:32

11:32

Fourth of July is almost here, and when you think about this upcoming holiday, you probably think about barbecues, lounging on the beach or fireworks. Unfortunately, our dogs only think about the bright lights, loud noises and strange smells that this holiday brings. Did you know that more pets go missing on the Fourth of July than any other day of…

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TOP 100: The Difference Between Therapy Animals and Service Animals ft. Elisabeth Van Every 29:59

5y ago29:59

29:59

Do you know the difference between a therapy animal and a service animal? Most people use these two terms interchangeably, but they are actually two very different things. Therapy animals provide physiological and psychological therapy to people other than their owners. Service animals help their owners perform tasks that the owner cannot do on the…

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TOP 099: How to Start Hunting with a Gun Dog ft. Martin Deeley 28:20

5y ago28:20

28:20

Owning a gun dog means devoting your spare time to ongoing training. It’s a big responsibility, and you can’t expect your gun dog to be fully trained in just a few short months. There’s a lot of research to be done before you even bring a gun dog home. What breed will be best for your needs? When should you begin training? This week’s episode featu…

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TOP 098: What Are Organic Pet Grooming Products and Should You Use Them ft. Julie Creed 17:15

5y ago17:15

17:15

Choosing high quality grooming products for your dog will have a positive impact no his overall health and well-being. It may even increase his life expectancy. I know this sounds like an extreme statement, but it’s true. Many dangerous ingredients found in a majority of pet grooming products have been linked to life threatening conditions includin…

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TOP 097: How to Choose the Right CBD Products for Pets ft. Christina O’Reilly 19:21

5y ago19:21

19:21

Cannabidiol, also known as CBD, is becoming a growing treatment in the human and veterinary medical fields. CBD is a substance extracted from the hemp plant, which makes it a controversial topic in either industry. As more research is being done on the effectiveness of CBD on health conditions such as cancer, arthritis, stress and anxiety, more and…

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TOP 096: What Are the Responsibilities of Pet Foster Parents ft. Sarah Brasky 26:04

5y ago26:04

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Fostering a pet is a unique experience that allows you to help your local shelter or animal rescue organization learn more about the pets in their care. Living in a shelter can be an overwhelming experience for some animals. There are new smells all the time, new people to get used to on a daily basis, and other animals coming and going regularly. …

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TOP 095: Is It Safe to Feed Your Pet a Plant-Based Diet? ft. Dr Jennifer Adolphe 17:17

5y ago17:17

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I get a lot of questions from pet owners who are curious about feeding their pet a plant-based diet. Is it safe? Can your pet get all of the nutrition that he needs from a plant-based diet? I feed our pets an omnivorous diet, so I was curious about a plant-based diet as well. I asked one of my most popular podcast guests, Dr. Jennifer Adolphe, to c…

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TOP 094: How DNA Research Is Helping Pets Around the World ft. Dr Angela Hughes 25:47

5y ago25:47

25:47

Scientists around the world are exploring how a better understanding of our genetic makeup can improve our lives – and those of our beloved pets. In the age of “wearables”, trackable health technology and DNA testing for ancestry and health, more and more healthcare is heading toward a future of personalised, proactive and preventative care. Did yo…

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TOP 093: What Is Sniffspot and How It Helps to Mentally Stimulate Pets ft. David Adams 14:27

5y ago14:27

14:27

Proper mental stimulation is imperative to your dog’s overall health and well-being. Like us, our dogs get bored doing the same mundane things day after day. Playing with the same toys, eating the same food and sniffing around the same yard will get monotonous over time. While it’s difficult to change up Fido’s schedule every day, Sniffspot is maki…

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TOP 092: What is Over-Vaccination & How to Prevent It ft. Roxanne Hawn 33:44

5y ago33:44

33:44

Over-vaccination is a term that we are frequently hearing these days. It’s a concern for parents of human and furry children alike. What is over-vaccination? How can you prevent it? This is a common question that I am asked by listeners, and it’s a question that I myself asked many years ago. Roxanne Hawn is the author of the award-winning dog blog…

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TOP 091: How to Choose the Right Pet Sitter ft. Laura Vorreyer 31:59

5y ago31:59

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Pet sitters perform countless jobs for pet parents. You surely know that they can watch your pets for you while you are out of town, but did you know they might also get your mail, water your plants and keep an eye on your home? Many pet sitters are also available for daily pet visits, not just overnight stays. All pet sitters offer different servi…

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TOP 090: Rescuing Pets from Foreign Countries ft. Deb Jarrett 28:59

5y ago28:59

28:59

Have you read news stories about cats and dogs rescued from foreign countries? Do you wonder how that happens? Believe it or not, shelters and rescue organizations around the world are much different than what we are used to here in the USA. They have a staggering number of homeless pets to help, and oftentimes their resources are extremely limited…

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TOP 089: Making Money as a Pet Blogger ft. Maggie Marton 32:44

5y ago32:44

32:44

Pet blogs have become very popular in recent years, which has driven more and more pet owners to get into this business. Knowing that there are so many successful dog and cat bloggers out there, it can be a bit daunting to start at first. But, the best time to get started is right now, and it's actually very quick and easy to launch your own pet bl…

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TOP 088: How to Pay Veterinary Expenses You Can't Afford ft. Steven Mornelli 21:22

5y ago21:22

21:22

If you’ve ever struggled to pay for your pet’s veterinary expenses, you know what a difficult situation it is. You’re forced to choose between getting your dog the medical help he needs or paying your weekly bills and expenses. Some people rack up credit card debt or borrow money from family and friends to help their injured pet, while others don’t…

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TOP 087: Tips for Traveling with Your Pet 28:10

5y ago28:10

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Traveling with your pets can make the adventure even more exciting. However, there are a lot of things to consider before taking your dog along with you. You need to plan ahead to ensure your dog’s safety, and to make the trip as easy as possible for yourself. In this podcast episode I’m speaking with Kelly, the author of the Paws Across Britain bl…

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