The Pet Lady

Julianna Carella_ https://www.treatibles.com/_ Julianna’s foray into the pet world happened organically. Creating phytocannabinoid infused products for dogs, cats, horses and other critters was born from her first company, Auntie Dolores, which since 2008 has been providing delicious, healthy and effective gourmet medical marijuana and phytocannabinoid edibles for people. Customers of the company began asking Julianna about giving these products to their pets, who were suffering from many of the same conditions as their people – anxiety, inflammation, joint issues, digestive disorders, cancer, seizures, and more. Understanding that tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive compound found in cannabis can be harmful to our animal friends, Julianna worked tirelessly to develop safe and effective products for pets. See Julianna in action on TV on "The List": http://www.thelisttv.com/the-list/3-ways-cannabis-treats-give-dogs-a-helping-paw Here is Julianna on The Pet Show with Dr. Katy on ABC news in DC: https://www.dropbox.com/s/ph8zfcvekvdfnin/Dr.Katy-veterinarian.mov?dl=0 The Marijuana Chemical That Chills Anxious Dogs Out Cannabidiol-infused treats are taking a bite out of the $3.2 billion pet-wellness market. https://www.fastcompany.com/3051215/the-marijuana-chemical-that-chills-anxious-dogs-out

Pet Perennials Remember your pets in a personal and beautiful way Remy Bibaud has been a serial entrepreneur for most of her career. After selling a business servicing charter schools throughout the US, Remy's desire to give back took over (she has been involved with Make-A-Wish for 20 years). Remy's young dog Olive had passed, and when she received the ashes she’d wondered, "Is this it? Is this all I can do to honor such a beautiful soul?" A seed was planted and Pet Perennials literally grew from there. She and her business partner Lori Davidson launched Cherished Ones LLC with a mission of helping folks heal from loss with compassionate, creative and convenient products that are also eco-friendly.

There’s no place like home is there? Eric Estevez and Karen Alvarado, a couple of 15 years, wanted to share the story of their ten-year-old miniature poodle, Chacho. Chacho has seen the family grow, and has played an important role in their lives. His is a heart-warming story from the eyes of the young Chacho – the lovable miniature poodle. Meet Chacho – America’s newest and most adorable miniature poodle. Chacho is waiting for his new family to adopt him from the Miami Pet Shop. As the day grows older, Chacho wonders if he will finally meet them or will have to wait for another day. Follow Chacho as you get a peek into his thoughts, fears, and desires. You will instantly fall in love with this new modern-day children’s book, According to Chacho.

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What Heals Us All Kim Weiler’s 21-year journey to healing began when she developed the autoimmune disease psoriasis at the age of 19. After a long career working in all facets of the TV and film industries (see www.imdb.me/kimweiler) and living with the fear that her psoriasis would negatively impact her work as an actress, she is now helping others through her business Healing My Skin, LLC. Kim holds a bachelor’s degree from Marymount Manhattan College, is a graduate of the esteemed Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN) and a is member of the International Association of Health Coaches (IAHC). As an Internationally Certified Health Coach, Kim is devoted to helping others who struggle with skin conditions. She has learned from experience that feeling good about ourselves, with all of our human imperfections, is key to living a fulfilling life. Visit Kim at www.healingmyskin.com.

TAPSNAP TAKES A SHOT PICTURE THIS IF YOU WILL Blenda Vines owns a little company called Vines Entertainment Company, but she is mostly known for her other company TapSnap1113. It’s a photo booth with a 21st century attitude. She has been in business for 3 years now, starting with a TapSnap franchise in Manatee County the first year, A franchise in Sarasota the second year, and Orlando the third. They have 3 teams of TapSnap attendants. She likes to call herself the “Head Stunt Coordinator”. She also does event photography with a twist. Blenda Vines was born in California. Raised by her grandmother, and accompanied by her younger brother. In her early teens she was moved to Ohio, late teens moved to Kentucky, and there she lived for the next 22 years. While in Kentucky she acquired her accent, 3 kids and a yearning for something better. She was always wondering how she could make money at doing something she loves, photography.

IF ONLY I COULD FLY! Dr. Leigh Samanowitz earned a bachelors of science degree in zoology from the University of Florida before going on to graduate from Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine. After veterinary school, she moved back to Florida with her husband Sam and their Old English Sheepdog Chloe and their cockatiel Sunny. Dr. Samanowitz has a special interest in exotic pets such as birds, small mammals like hamsters and rabbits, reptiles, and other pocket pets. She has begun a veterinary and vet tech mentorship program that allows her help students across the country gain experience in a hospital setting prior to graduating. In her spare time she loves to do triathlons and mud obstacle runs. She is also an avid scrapbooker.

Healing Light Brings New Life Dr. Smith’s philosophy has always been about practicing high quality medicine with a strong emphasis on preventative medicine for pets of all ages and geriatric medicine for aging pets since the human/animal bond is growing stronger and pets are living longer. His vast experience in veterinary emergency medicine has led to his emphasis on how preventative medicine is key to your pet’s well being. Dr. Smith is a firm believer in the importance of client education. A large percentage of his day is spent on explaining things and answering questions so pet owners can make better informed decisions on their pet’s health and well being.

GO TELL IT Dr. Liz Bales is a born animal lover. She spent her childhood on horse farms surrounded by horses, cats and dogs. Dr. Liz graduated from The University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in 2000. Dr. Liz has been fascinated with cat wellness in her veterinary career - including feline behavior, nutrition and internal medicine. Dr. Bales is a prolific writer with a blog TheCatvocate.com, an 'Ask the Vet' column on CatingtonPost.com and contributes regularly to Cat Talk magazine. Dr. Liz Bales VMD liz@nobowlcat.com www.nobowlcat.com

SOME BUNNY LOVES YOU Barbara recently moved from Wisconsin to Venice, Florida. She’s delighted to have relocated to the land of tropical birds, armadillos, and gopher tortoises! She was “bunny mom” to Emma, her precious 11 yr. old, blind rabbit who passed away in 2015. Before that, she had 3 other rabbits. Currently, she lives with 35 yr. old box turtle, Betty, and 10 yr. old parakeet, Leo. She knows there will be another bunny in her future when the time is right. As a preschool special education teacher, with more than 35 years of experience, Barbara feels humane education belongs in every classroom. Barbara’s work in the music industry spans 20 years. She’s managed bands, booked performers, produced CDs, co-produced a cable TV show, and was involved with WAMI, (Wisconsin Area Music Industry), as Vice President, and as producer/emcee of an annual Youth Showcase. Barbara hopes to re-create much of her music industry work in her new state of Florida, so stay tuned!

PROMINENT HOLLYWOOD TRAINER MAKES DIRECTING DEBUT WITH AWARD- WINNING SHORT DRAMA FILM TO AID ANIMAL RESCUE! Hollywood animal trainer, Steven Ritt, who first achieved prominence as the owner/trainer of “Buck” in Married with Children, has produced and directed UNLEASHED LOVE, an award-winning short film currently making its debut on http://www.theanimalnetwork.tv/ -- Ritt’s new digital online network. The 12 minute short is about a lonely Pit bull and a rescued puppy that have a wonderful life together as they find everlasting love and devotion, even beyond the grave. In addition to two rescued dogs in key roles, the film also marks the debut of Ritt’s trained Wolf hybrid, Ariel. The spiritual tale, accompanied by a stunning soundtrack with artists such as Hanna Jones, Annie Drury, Rosie Doonan and Natalie Smith, has received accolades at film festivals including Hollywood International Moving Pictures, Los Angeles Cinefest, Barcelona One World Fest, and the Zamoxis Film Festival – all within the first month of submissions. In addition to UNLEASHED LOVE, http://www.theanimalnetwork.tv/ is also currently premiering a short promo for Ritt’s hilarious new web series, REAL TALK WITH IGBY, which features the trainer’s rescued Pit bull as a cynical news anchor delivering the latest breaking news reports from across the globe. The UNLEASHED LOVE soundtrack, along with a special edition UNLEASHED LOVE leash is available on the website for purchase, with 15% of all proceeds going to animal rescue.

HUGGING TAKES A NEW TURN Lisa, a registered yoga instructor, licensed massage therapist, public speaker, ordained minister, and breast cancer survivor, is passionate about living a full and rewarding life. Her many vocations are fueled by one purpose: to inspire others to live a high quality of life no matter what their circumstances may be. And that purpose to inspire others encompasses her pets, in fact all animals on earth! Lisa shares her home with her husband, two teen-aged daughters, seven chickens, and three spunky, adopted dogs, Ryder (Cocker Spaniel), LaVerne (Schnauzer/Doxie mix), and Chai (Doxie/Jack russell mix). They joined the family from the local Humane Society when both of the family’s mini longhaired dachshunds, June and Henry, passed on. June had been Lisa’s inspiration for creating WiggleLess® back brace for dogs. When June was just two years old she began to have back problems—horrendous back problems that resulted in emergency room visits, strong medication and complete crate rest.

THE LITTLE DOG THAT COULD A TRUE STORY OF LIFE, LOVE AND MIRACLES During his formative years, he was sharing everything he learned about self-improvement with his friends and family and has since become a leader in the Industry having parlayed that desire, ability and knowledge into a life pursuit, passion and career. His interviews, books, speaking engagements and workshops take a unique approach by focusing on the lighter side of improving one's life, self-esteem, as well as the connection with one's purpose, making the process at once, fun, funny and transformational, profound and powerful. Filippo's work has a foundation in sound traditional business practices, having worked in junior management for one of the top 3 Fortune 500 companies, and from an artistic background, having sung, performed and acted on stage and on the big screen, for years. Filippo also incorporates his love and experience of science and energetics, as well as the spiritual arts, thus incorporating science, art, music, humor and heart. After many years of certifications, in the various esoteric fields, he now holds most dear his life coaching and hosting of the show, "The LIFE CHANGES Show," which is host to a cornucopia of guests from famed celebrities and respected scientists and doctors to everyday people who are changing their lives, the lives of others, and/or the world in a positive way. Filippo and his show are the recent winners of Barack Obama's President's Call to Service Award. As a Life Coach he has created two workshops, "The RECALIBRATION," and "The Life IMPROVment Workshop," which are foundationally based to help individuals, groups, corporations and organizations make positive and lasting change from the ground up.

WOMAN OF THE YEAR Carolyn C. Piano’s entire professional life has been spent in the financial world. After graduating from the University of Illinois with a bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, a major in Economics and a minor in Mathematics, she began her career as an auditor. Carolyn C. Piano’s entire professional life has been spent in the financial world. After graduating from the University of Illinois with a bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, a major in Economics and a minor in Mathematics, she began her career as an auditor. Ms. Piano has lived in the Sarasota-Manatee area since 1983. She was born and raised in a suburb of Chicago but considers the Sarasota area to be “home”. She now works with a medical pharacutical compay bringing cost saving medicines to the average household. 941-351-4300 office number cpiano@verizon.net

The Bark Stops Here!! I have been a Dog Trainer Behaviorist since 1980 and am the owner/operator of The Bark Stops Here, a multifaceted practice specializing in problem solving and the rehabilitation of rescued dogs. In addition to several house calls daily, I work with animal rescue groups and am on the staff of the Southport Veterinary Center in Fairfield, CT, where I see clients, teach group classes and facilitate Dog Days Workshops. What sets my work apart, I’m told, is that I empathize with dogs and people equally. This enables me to help each better understand the other and craft compassionate compromises that endure. Clients commonly call me “intuitive” or a dog “psychic.” Though I don’t promote myself as such for fear of sounding too “woo woo,” my hunches, backed by science and experience, usually prove true. My first book, Rover, Don’t Roll Over: A Compassionate Training Guide for Dogs and Their People was published in 2004 by Ten Speed Press and was on the cover of their marketing catalog. My brand new book, Imp, The ImPerfect Pup: Lessons On Being Good Enough was just released and is on Amazon.com. I have written for a number of periodicals, including a cover story for Greenwich Magazine. I completed a two-year stint on a phone-in radio show answering questions on dog training and behavior for WICC in Bridgeport, CT. One of these days I’ll finish writing Watch The Feet, a novel about a feisty dog trainer.

WOMAN OF THE YEAR After 12 years as Executive Vice President of Sturdi Products, Penny Johnson was promoted to CEO in February 2016. Prior to joining Sturdi, Penny enjoyed a 25-year practice as a Legal Nurse Consultant with a specialty in catastrophic injury management. During her nursing career, Penny developed a passion for animal welfare and disaster & humanitarian relief. In 2013 and again this year, Penny was honored by being selected as a finalist for Woman of the Year in the pet industry by Women In the Pet Industry Network (WIPIN). Penny’s skills range from marketing strategy, strategic planning, brand development, social media marketing, sales management and new business development. She also designed the award winning Walking Vest, Incognito pet carrier and several other top selling pet products. Penny currently resides with her brother, Keith (KC) Johnson, as part of Team Love, providing care and comfort due to his advanced MS condition. sales@sturdiproducts.com https://sturdiproducts.com/

Don decided to follow his true passion in life; dogs! After spending years in the corporate world in fields ranging from industry to real estate, Don decided to follow his true passion in life; dogs! Don cannot remember a time in his life that he was without a dog and he has been told over and over that he has a special connection and bond with them. Don's successes in corporate translates to his level of professionalism and dedication to dog training but only now has he truly found a deeper level of job satisfaction. To see a problematic dog display confidence when returned to their amazed owner is maybe the greatest gift Don feels he can receive. The emotion is repeatedly, clearly displayed on the faces of owners and their gratitude for these big transformations confirms Don's passion and is the reason he does what he does.

This is a whole new concept in furniture designed for pets! Robin Tan Robin has over 15 years of experience in B2B & B2C sales, business development in IT hardware and factory automation world before he joined PaperCut Lab (PCL) in 2014. Jeff Lin, Founder and CEO of PaperCut Lab is a personal friend of his since their college days in the early 2000’s. He has over 10 years of retail packaging manufacturing experience with direct source in raw material for paper manufacturing. Papercut Lab is the brain behind KATRIS, like the game Tetris. KATRIS is our first official product that was released back in 2014. Papercut Lab is a cutting–edge research institution located in the heart of Silicon Valley. We are a team of dedicated individuals who work with paper every single day and our goal is to improve people’s quality of living and increase level of fun with ANYTHING made of PAPER! We believe the possibilities of paper uses are infinite.

From another continent we gain a compassionate healer. Dr. Vargas took three years to become licensed in the U.S., but he was a single guy with the luxury of being able to take chances and make independent decisions, and he soon heard of a full-scale professional dairy farm in Myakka City… a small agricultural town east of Sarasota, Florida … looking for an on-site veterinarian. It was a natural fit and within six month of his employment there, he was promoted to head of the entire operation. By 2005 Dr. Vargas was working in southwest Florida clinics, primarily in Sarasota and Bradenton. Then in 2006 he hit on the idea of filling a need in this state known primarily for its appeal to retirees: in a time when most veterinarians were cutting their hours and availability and turning night and weekend calls over to veterinary emergency clinics, Dr. Vargas went in the opposite direction and established a mobile clinic that would treat pets in their homes and livestock on ranches and farms, seven days a week, 24 hours a day. It couldn’t have been more appropriate, particularly in these areas:

Shira is a Psychic, Psychic Medium and Pet Communicator. As a Pet Communicator, Shira is able to talk to pets, both living and those who have passed on. Shira has been known to help people understand their pets and has also helped many with behavioral problems. Special Notes: Contact Information: Shira Plotzker Shira’s Place, Nyack, NY, www.shirasplace.com Telephone: 845-623-0880