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Honest conversations with pet professionals about real life and how to show up for yourself with grace and compassion.
If you worry that you aren't doing enough for the animals and clients you serve—yet what you're already doing feels exhausting and unsustainable—you're not alone. In each episode, I talk with fellow pet professionals about what drew them to this work, what keeps them going, and what drains them. We explore the meaningful words, quotes, or mantras that guide them, and discover what they wish they could magically change for all of us in this field.
These aren't quick-fix solutions or surface-level pep talks. Whether you're a dog trainer, veterinary professional, pet sitter, or shelter worker, these conversations offer practical insights into navigating this demanding but deeply meaningful work—and remembering that taking care of yourself isn't just allowed, it's essential.
Episodes
Thursday Nov 28, 2019
Thursday Nov 28, 2019
"Grace" is a complicated word. It conjures images of elegance, finesse, and fluidity. It's endowed with goodwill, kindness, and generosity.
Grace sounds effortless, but it's not! Grace is an active decision.
Developing requires great self-awareness. Grace asks you to accept the reality of the moment just as it is, while also looking for the good in it now and the good that can come from it.
Learning how to give yourself and others grace opens you up to stronger relationships and greater resilience. https://colleenpelar.com/grace-julie-smith
Thursday Nov 28, 2019
Thursday Nov 28, 2019
Understanding the elements of grit can help veterinarians, vet techs, dog trainers, shelter/rescue teams, and other pet professionals find the energy and drive to keep going AND get better results.
This solocast is the companion to episode 52 of the UNLEASHED (at work & home) podcast in which Dr. Erik Hofmeister and I discussed grit. https://colleenpelar.com/grit-erik-hofmeister
Thursday Nov 21, 2019
Thursday Nov 21, 2019
Julie Fudge Smith, CPDT-KA, talked with Colleen Pelar about how grace begins with intention and humility. How much grace do you extend to others? How much do you give yourself? Explore some strategies for incorporating more grace into your life. www.colleenpelar.com/53
Wednesday Nov 06, 2019
Wednesday Nov 06, 2019
Erik Hofmeister, DVM, DACVAA, DECVAA, MA, MS, talked with Colleen Pelar about grit and how consistent effort helps pet professionals get better results than natural talent. Eager to develop your own grit? You’ll discover some simple strategies in this episode. www.colleenpelar.com/52
Thursday Oct 24, 2019
Thursday Oct 24, 2019
Kristin Buller, MA, LCSW, talked with Colleen Pelar about grief and ways pet pros navigate their own emotions and those of their colleagues and clients. www.colleenpelar.com/51
Thursday Oct 10, 2019
Thursday Oct 10, 2019
On the two-year anniversary of UNLEASHED (at work & home), the tables are turned on Colleen Pelar. Tina Spring, CPDT-KA, interviews Colleen to explore what really matters to her. https://colleenpelar.com/50
Thursday Sep 26, 2019
Thursday Sep 26, 2019
Veronica Sanchez, MEd, CABC, CPDT-KA, talked with Colleen Pelar about service and what happens when pet professionals are so busy serving others that they let their tanks run dry. www.colleenpelar.com/49
Thursday Sep 12, 2019
Thursday Sep 12, 2019
River Lee, CFMG, and Colleen Pelar discuss how pet professionals can take control of their finances for greater peace of mind and security—even on a limited income. www.colleenpelar.com/48
Thursday Aug 29, 2019
Thursday Aug 29, 2019
Grisha Stewart, MA, CPDT-KA, talked with Colleen Pelar about acceptance and the somewhat surprising truth that accepting yourself as you are is the best way to grow and change. www.colleenpelar.com/47
Thursday Aug 15, 2019
Thursday Aug 15, 2019
Becca Keiser talked with Colleen Pelar about the power of positivity—and why it should never be confused with fanciful Pollyanna thinking. www.colleenpelar.com/46