REAL Passion. REAL Stories. Inspired by REAL Pets.
Pets are our teachers, our healers, and our family. Their love and loyalty shape us and leave imprints on our hearts. REAL Talks brings together powerful, short-form talks from passionate pet experts – designed to inspire, educate, and deepen our connection to pets through story-driven messages.
Filmed in Boulder, CO, this video series is centered around Research, Education, Advice, and Love, delivering insights, experiences, and wisdom – with passion in every story and purpose in every word.
Watch now, or catch REAL Talks through our streaming partner Unleashed by DOGTV. Episodes begin airing on Friday, August 1, and Friday August 8, at 10:00 PM EDT. Check your streaming platform’s listing for all air dates and times.
Watch REAL Talks
Unspoken Bonds: How Pets Teach Us Humor, Love, and Gratitude
12:13
Dr. Ross Henderson
A veterinarian’s journey reveals how pets teach us laughter, resilience, and life’s sacred bonds.
Naps in the Sun: Life Lessons from Cats
10:36
Kate Benjamin
Explore the healing power of cats – their love and wisdom comfort us through life’s challenges.
Your Spice Rack’s Secret: Ancient Healing for Modern Dogs
7:21
Hannah Zulueta
Discover how common kitchen herbs can enhance your dog’s health with expert nutritional insights.
Your Dog’s Silent Signals: A Guide to Canine Communication
13:19
Lisa Gallegos, CPDT-KA
Understand your dog’s body language to strengthen your bond with clear communication.
Pet Photography: A Photo Is Not Worth 1000 Words
11:07
Monique Eckes
Images that connect – pet photography changes lives and helps adoptable pets find forever homes.
Decoding Your Cat’s Needs: How to Create a Happy Feline Household
12:21
Jennifer Catpurr
Meet your cat’s needs to help them thrive with patience, routine, and enrichment for a happy life.
Choosing Sustainability: Understanding the Environmental Impact of Pets
10:46
Allison Reser
Learn how sustainable choices can shape a better future for pets and their people.
C.A.T. Box Wars 101: Navigating the Complexities of Litter Box Issues
11:10
Robin Moore, DVM
Keep cats in loving homes by learning how to prevent and solve litter box challenges with C.A.T.
Finding Purpose: The Healing Power of Therapy Dogs
8:06
Susan Hartzler
A rescue dog’s love can heal, transform, and change lives in ways we never expect.
Meet the REAL Talks Speakers
Dr. Ross Henderson
Singing Veterinarian
Fox Hollow Animal Hospital
Unspoken Bonds: How Pets Teach Us Humor, Love, and Gratitude
Ross Henderson, DVM explores the profound impact our pets have on our lives through his journey as a veterinarian. His humorous and heartfelt stories uncover the invaluable lessons our pets teach us about laughter, resilience, compassion, and honoring life’s sacred bonds.
Kate Benjamin
Cat-Style Expert
Hauspanther
Naps in the Sun: Life Lessons from Cats
Dealing with life’s challenges can be stressful, but the bond you have with your pet can be more helpful than you may imagine. Through her journey, Kate shows the transformative power of the human-animal bond.
Hannah Zulueta
Canine Nutritionist
Daily Dog Food Recipes
Your Spice Rack’s Secret: Ancient Healing for Modern Dogs
Join expert herbalist and canine nutritionist as she reveals the untapped healing potential hiding in your kitchen. Discover how common herbs like basil, mint, and cinnamon —treasured by ancient cultures— can transform your dog’s wellbeing.
Lisa Gallegos, CPDT-KA
Certified Professional Dog Trainer
Collab Dog Training Academy
Your Dog’s Silent Signals: A Guide to Canine Communication
Understanding dog body language is fundamental to build a stronger, more trusting bond with your dog. In this talk, Lisa shares how to interpret the subtle cues your dog uses to communicate, digs into the reasons behind common behaviors, and offers tools to create a happier, more cooperative relationship.
Monique Eckes
Pet Photographer
Silver Paw Studio
Pet Photography: A photo is NOT worth 1000 words
Pet photography transcends simple snapshots, telling four-dimensional stories that evoke deeper emotional connections. Monique will share how pausing to experience these images can help adoptable pets find their forever homes.
Jennifer Catpurr
Cat Behavior Consultant
Jennifer Catpurr
Decoding Your Cat’s Needs: How to Create a Happy Feline Household
Jennifer Catpurr shares insights on preventing common cat behavior issues by addressing their needs. From litter box basics to understanding their body language, providing mental and physical activities, and setting up a fun environment, Jennifer emphasizes that patience, kindness, and creating a routine are key to having happy, well-adjusted cats.
Allison Reser
Sustainability Expert
Pet Sustainability Coalition
Choosing Sustainability: Understanding the Environmental Impact of Pets
Allison Reser’s demystifies the sustainability claims you see on the pet products you purchase. You’ll come away with an understanding of how you can make informed, sustainable choices when purchasing pet products. It’s never been more important to understand how pets play a role in a sustainable planet.
Robin Moore, DVM
Veterinary Clinic Owner
East Bay Animal Hospital
C.A.T. Box Wars 101: Navigating the Complexities of Litterbox Issues
The most common reason cats are relinquished to shelters or re-homed is for “going outside of the box”. Robin Moore, DVM, shows how understanding all of the things that can cause inappropriate elimination is key to preventing the problem altogether and keeping cats in their homes.
Susan Hartzler
Therapy Dog Evaluator
Susan Hartzler
Finding Purpose: The Healing Power of Therapy Dogs
Susan Hartzler shares how the love of a rescue dog named Baldwin transformed her life, revealing the profound impact therapy dogs can have on emotional healing and personal growth. Her journey shows how these incredible animals do more than offer companionship—they change lives.
REAL Talks Press Conference
The REAL Talks trailer was launched at Global Pet Expo on March 27th along with an exclusive behind the scenes look at the making of our very first REAL Talks video series.
With special swag bags, plus custom popcorn and m&ms for the media to enjoy, we introduced five of the REAL Talks speakers who shared more about their talks and their experience creating them.
Speakers and the REAL Talks Team are available to interview. Reach out to press@blogpaws.com.
About The REAL Talks Team
With over 47 years of combined pet industry experience, we bring our passion for pets to everything we do. We are experts at digital marketing, including content creation, SEO, email marketing, and strategy – especially in the pet industry. Our whole team played a role in bringing REAL Talks to life, from speaker coaching to storytelling tips to marketing to design to backstage management and more, every part of creating these talks was touched by our team.