51. Picture-Perfect Pets & Valentine's Day Treats

A cozy winter episode with expert pet photographer Darlene Woodward and Wufers’ Skylar Crook!

As Valentine's Day approaches, we’re bringing love and creativity to the pet world! Join hosts Kristen Levine and Chris Bonifati as they dive into the world of winter pet photography and gourmet dog treats in this heartwarming episode.

Guests: Darlene Woodward – Capturing Pets in the Magic of Winter

Renowned pet photographer and positive dog trainer Darlene Woodward shares her inspiring journey from training her rescued Husky, Kota, to becoming a sought-after pet photographer. Specializing in stunning winter portraits, Darlene offers expert photography tips and advice for making every shot special—even with reactive pets.

Topics Covered with Darlene:

• How her dog Kota inspired her career shift from flight attendant to pet photographer.
• The beauty of winter photography and how snow creates a magical backdrop.
• Tips for pet parents who want to take professional-looking pet photos at home.
• How to photograph reactive or anxious pets without stress.
• The importance of capturing memories with our pets before it's too late.

Follow Darlene’s work at: Pant The Town Photography "pant the town photography

Skylar Crook – Gourmet Dog Treats for Special Occasions

Skylar Crook, Director of Marketing at Wufers, joins us to discuss the art of dog treats! Wufers specializes in hand-decorated, human-grade treats that make every celebration memorable. From birthdays to Valentine's Day, Skylar shares how these beautiful cookies bring joy to both dogs and their humans.

Topics Covered with Skylar:

• How Wufers started and what makes their treats special.
• The importance of high-quality, human-grade ingredients in dog treats.
• How Wufers creates beautiful, bakery-style cookies that are as fun for pet parents as they are for dogs.
• The rising trend of celebrating special occasions with pets.
• Wufers' Valentine’s Day treat box—perfect for spoiling your pup this February.

Find Wufers treats at: Wufers Official Website Wufers on Amazon

Products of the Week: Oral Health Test for Dogs Washable Reusable Gel Lint Roller

Skylar’s Pick: Wufers Valentine’s Day Dog Cookie Box Treat your pup to a hand-decorated, gourmet cookie box this Valentine’s Day! Featuring adorable heart-shaped designs and made with locally sourced ingredients, this treat box makes for paw-some Instagram-worthy moments. Get it on Wufers: Wufers Valentine’s Box

Audience Questions:

From Sarah in Austin, TX: "If there’s an emergency, how do I know whether I should rush my pet to a clinic or if it can wait? I often worry about overreacting or, worse, not acting quickly enough."

From Michael in Portland, OR: "My dog seems to have constant ear trouble—shaking his head and scratching. Could it be an infection? What’s the best way to handle this, and how can I prevent it in the future?"

From Lisa in Denver, CO: "Are there any supplements I should be giving my pet, like vitamins or joint support? How do I know which ones are actually beneficial?"

Links & Resources:

Dog Adoption Success Program (for new pet parents!): https://www.doglifetraining.com/adoption-success-program

📍 Urban Coyotes & Evolutionary Research: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/article/coyote-genes-may-show-urban-evolution-at-work

📍 The Puppy Bowl – Adoption Awareness Event: https://www.discovery.com/shows/puppy-bowl

📍 Follow Our Guests:

• Darlene Woodward Photography: https://www.instagram.com/paintthetownphotography/
• Wufers Dog Treats (Official Website): https://www.wufers.com/
• Wufers Dog Treats (Amazon Store): https://www.amazon.com/Wufers

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