All My Children Wear Fur Coats with Peggy Hoyt

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Jun 2026

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All My Children Wear Fur Coats with attorney, animal advocate and pet mom Peggy Hoyt is a weekly "pawcast" for pet lovers and their furry kids. Favorite topics include animal rescue and welfare, pet loss and grief, estate planning for pets, pet health and wellness, unique pet products, protecting pets in disasters, and animal communication, just to name a few. With more than 250 guests since its creation, All My Children Wear Fur Coats has something for every pet pet parent and animal lover. Host, Peggy Hoyt is a Florida estate and elder law attorney whose passion is her 8 dogs, 4 horses and cat. She helps her clients and listeners create estate plans for pets...and their people. Peggy grew up in the world of animal welfare (her dad is John A. Hoyt, former President and CEO of The Humane Society of the United States). Today, through this podcast, her estate planning law practice, membership in the Florida Bar Animal Law Section, and as founder/CEO of the 501c3 non-profit Animal Care Trust USA, Inc. she spends all her time advocating for pets and pet parents. Our pets share our day-to-day struggles, adventures and special moments. They love us unconditionally, help reduce stress and even enhance longevity. For all these reasons and so many more, join us each week as we explore solutions for ensuring your pet's future. Pets are not our whole lives but they make our lives whole.

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June 8, 202644 min

Matt Terrill: All My Children Wear Fur Coats "Paw-Cast"

This was an interview with Matt Terrell, founder and CEO of InnoVet Pet Products, discussing his latest innovation called ChefPaw, the world's first pet food maker designed to help pet parents create fresh, customized meals at home. Matt explained how ChefPaw addresses the challenges of fresh pet food preparation, including proper cooking temperatures, ingredient balancing, and cost efficiency, with machines capable of making 3 to 30 pound batches in under an hour at temperatures below 100°C to preserve nutrition. The conversation also covered Matt's other innovative products, including Purotic ear cleaner and Tracers scent markers for blind dogs, and his personal story of how his dog Maximus inspired the creation of his first product after struggling to treat ear infections. Matt emphasized that ChefPaw provides significant cost savings compared to fresh food subscription services, with economy recipes costing around $1.90 per pound including supplements, and noted that the product recently won a Purina Innovation Award and Best Overall Product at SuperZoo. For more information visit https://www.innovetpet.com/Support the show

May 18, 202622 min

Jackie Ducci: All My Children Wear Fur Coats "Paw-Cast"

This was an interview episode of "All My Children Wear Fur Coats" with host Peggy Hoyt and guest Jackie Ducci, an animal advocate, philanthropist, and equestrian. Jackie shared her lifelong connection with animals, particularly horses which she started riding at age seven, and how animals taught her self-worth beyond traditional measures during challenging childhood experiences. She discussed her documentary film "Unspoken Bond" which premiered in March and explores how animals support healing and well-being, with plans for future screenings and a podcast series launching in September. Jackie also explained her nonprofit Human Animal Alliance, which operates as a private foundation granting funds to other organizations that prioritize the human-animal bond, including recent support for PAWS for People's prison program. The conversation covered Jackie's current animal family consisting of two bulldogs and two horses, and how horses serve as teachers while dogs function as best friends, with both providing different but equally valuable roles in her life.Support the show

April 27, 202642 min

Kevin Toman - All My Children Wear Fur Coats "Paw-Cast"

Peggy Hoyt interviewed Dr. Kevin Toman, known as the "longevity vet," about helping pets live longer on her podcast "All My Children Wear Fur Coats." Dr. Toman discussed how veterinary medicine lags behind human longevity science by about 20 years, explaining that while human drugs like rapamycin and acarbose show promise for extending pet lifespans, the biggest impact comes from dietary changes, lifestyle modifications, and supplements rather than prescription drugs alone. He emphasized that calorie restriction, improving dietary quality, and avoiding high-impact activities like jumping can significantly extend pet lifespans, while warning against overuse of certain supplements like glucosamine and chondroitin that have been disproven by recent research. The conversation also touched on vaccine practices, with Dr. Toman advocating for more judicious use of pet vaccines based on individual risk factors rather than universal recommendations.Support the show

April 20, 202642 min

Gina Logan - All My Children Wear Fur Coats "Paw-Cast"

Peggy Hoyt interviewed Gina Logan, Associate Director of Category Insights at Kantar, about pet owner behavior and shopping patterns. Gina shared insights from Kantar's biennial "Shopping for My Pet" study, which examines attitudes and behaviors of pet owners across different demographics. The discussion covered how different age groups (millennials, Gen X, and boomers) approach pet care, with millennials spending more on health and wellness products and being more likely to own both dogs and cats. They explored trends in pet ownership, including the rise of dual species ownership and the growing importance of health and wellness products in the pet market. Gina also discussed how retailers are adapting to serve multiple pet types and how brands are developing products and services throughout the entire pet ownership lifecycle, including post-pet services for grief support and memorials.Support the show

April 6, 202643 min

Rose Waldrup - All My Children Wear Fur Coats "Paw-Cast"

This podcast episode featured Rose Waldrup, founder of the Waldrup Somatic Method, discussing her body-based approach to canine behavior modification. Rose explained how her method addresses the root causes of behavioral issues in dogs by regulating their nervous systems rather than focusing solely on training commands. She outlined her three-step framework of "regulate, read, and relate" and described specific techniques for working with dogs in different nervous system states. The conversation covered applications for shelter dogs, the importance of proper decompression for newly adopted pets, and Rose's vision for establishing nervous system sanctuaries. Peggy shared her own experience with a rescue dog displaying nervous system issues and discussed the broader shelter crisis and pet disposal culture. Support the show

March 30, 202634 min

Ally Pachunka - All My Children Wear Fur Coats "Paw-Cast"

This episode of "All My Children Wear Fur Coats" featured a discussion with Ally Pachunka, a doctoral student at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln studying animal science, extension, and education. Ally shared her research on human-animal interaction, particularly focusing on how companion animals impact youth development and her current work on dog behavior in shelters. She explained the differences between service animals, therapy animals, and emotional support animals, as well as the benefits of human-animal relationships including increased physical activity, social support, and mental health improvements. Ally described her recent shelter research project involving hand-target training with dogs to potentially improve their adoptability and outcomes. The conversation also covered the evolution of pets as family members and Ally's future career plans in either academia or shelter work, focusing on animal behavior and education.Support the show

March 23, 202639 min

Jennifer Ericson - All My Children Wear Fur Coats "Paw-Cast"

This episode of "All My Children Wear Fur Coats" featured host Peggy Hoyt interviewing Jennifer Erickson, founder of Pet Care Pointers. Jennifer shared her background in animal welfare and discussed her pet care advice column, which covers topics like pet selection, behavior, and care challenges. They explored the pet overpopulation problem, with Jennifer noting that while it has improved in some ways due to increased rescues, accurate national data remains limited. The conversation covered specific pet topics, including indoor-only cats for wildlife protection and bird ownership challenges, with Jennifer revealing that 80% of bird owners eventually give up their pets. Jennifer also discussed her experience training her Border Collie Basil in agility and becoming a pet therapy team, which deepened their bond significantly. The episode concluded with Jennifer outlining upcoming Pet Care Pointers articles, including profiles of various pet types and topics about emotional support animals and workplace pets.Support the show

March 16, 202631 min

Lisa Karr - All My Children Wear Fur Coats "Paw-Cast"

Peggy Hoyt interviewed Dr. Lisa Karr, an Associate Dean and Companion Animal Extension Specialist at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, about career opportunities in the companion animal science field. Dr. Karr discussed how she transitioned from wanting to be a veterinarian to focusing on dog and cat nutrition, and explained the growth of companion animal programs in 4-H, which has increased enrollment by 51% since 2012 to 8,322 youth. They covered the courses offered in companion animal science programs, including animal nutrition, behavior, and human-animal interactions, as well as the diverse career paths available beyond veterinary medicine in areas like pet food development, shelter work, and animal-assisted therapy. The conversation also touched on challenges in the field, particularly regarding salary differences between sectors, and how technology is increasingly being used in companion animal care and education.Support the show

March 9, 202641 min

Cindy Ojczyk - All My Children Wear Fur Coats "Paw-Cast"

This podcast interview featured Cindy Ojczyk, author of "Mom Loves the Dogs More," discussing how fostering rescue animals helped her family navigate challenging teen years while providing healing for both the animals and her children. Cindy shared how the death of their dog Sierra initially triggered emotional turmoil and declining grades in her daughters, leading to ADHD and anxiety diagnoses, but also how fostering dogs helped create connection, teach responsibility, and provide therapeutic benefits similar to how enrichment helps rescue animals. The conversation covered Cindy's current fostering activities, her book's fundraising efforts through share links for non-profits, and the parallels she draws between parenting pets and children, emphasizing the resilience and healing power of both animals and families during difficult times.Support the show

March 2, 202627 min

Wendy Shankin-Cohen - All My Children Wear Fur Coats "Paw-Cast"

Peggy Hoyt interviewed Wendy Shankin-Cohen, CEO of Dr. Harvey's Healthy Formulations, to discuss the company's holistic pet food products and philosophy. Wendy explained how Dr. Harvey's began as a homemade dog food recipe and evolved into a business offering base mixes, complete foods, and supplements. They discussed the importance of fresh, whole food nutrition for pets and addressed common concerns about grain-free diets. Wendy shared customer success stories and described Dr. Harvey's commitment to quality ingredients and ethical manufacturing practices. The interview concluded with Wendy offering a 15% discount code for listeners and discussing her personal experience as a pet parent. To receive the 15% discount, use the code: MyChildren.Support the show