09/06/2026
The last couple of episodes of The Pet Parent Hotline have had a bit of a theme, even though I didn’t necessarily plan it that way:
Pay attention to the pet in front of you. Not the pet you used to have. Not the pet you think they should be. Not what somebody else’s pet is doing.
Your pet. Right now.
We’ve talked about noticing changes in behavior and recognizing that what makes one pet happy may be completely different from what another pet needs. Tomorrow, we’re taking that one step further.
I’m walking you through "8 DIY Pet Health Checks" you can do at home every month to help you notice small physical changes you might otherwise miss.
This isn’t about diagnosing your pet or replacing your veterinarian. It’s about knowing what’s normal for your pet so you’re more likely to recognize when something isn’t.
🎙️ New episode of The Pet Parent Hotline tomorrow.