Toni Unleashed

Updated: 26 Mar 2025 • 80 episodes
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Toni Unleashed Podcast is a light-hearted podcast addressing the truth about the pet food industry with anecdotal and scientific evidence. Host Toni Shelaske invites and interviews pet experts, demonstrating a broad spectrum of information. We hope to engage the community in these discussions with our transparent approach to what can feel like an overwhelming world of pet food.

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26 Mar 2025 • EN

The Izzie Fund

In this episode of Toni Unleashed, Toni sits down with Victoria Chester, founder of The Izzie Fund, to discuss her journey in creating a nonprofit dedicated to helping pet owners afford specialized veterinary care. Inspired by her late dog, Izzie, Victoria shares how her experience navigating costly treatments led her

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In this episode of Toni Unleashed, Toni sits down with Rebecca Rose, owner of In Clover Supplements, for a conversation in honor of Women’s History Month. They explore the evolving role of women in the pet industry, from leadership challenges to the progress made over the years. Rebecca shares her journey from biotechn

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In this episode of Toni Unleashed, Toni welcomes her niece, Natalie, for a candid discussion on their journey with pet nutrition. They trace their shift from conventional kibble to raw feeding, spurred by the eye-opening documentary Pet Fooled. Natalie shares how raw food transformed her dogs' health, from digestion to

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In this episode of Toni Unleashed, Toni sits down with Dr. Caroline Simard - Swimmer and Howard Swimmer from Pets After Dark to discuss the complexities surrounding veterinary care, focusing on the rising costs, the influence of corporate practices, and the challenges faced by veterinary professionals. The conversation

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In this engaging conversation, Toni Shelaske and Erik Senders discuss the intricacies of running a small business, particularly in the pet treat industry. They delve into the and the complexities of sourcing quality ingredients, challenges of warehouse operations, and the importance of customer service. Erik shares ins

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28 Jan 2025 • EN

What's next for Toni?

Emily Claire, Toni's former co-host and Cydnee Traversari her former producer join in house to talk about the sale of her company - Healthy Pet Products - and what's on the Horizon.  Listen in to hear how Toni gradually built her mission driven business with the support of so many passionate and dedicated employees alo

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