Welcome to Digging Into the Pet Industry™ Podcast helping you navigate and learn about the $150+ Billion Dollar Pet Industry! Brought to you by American Pet Professionals® (APP) – the only organization that caters to all pet professionals – helping pet entrepreneurs unite and grow their businesses since 2009. This is the podcast where we dig in with Pet Entrepreneurs every week to know what works for their pet businesses and what can work for your business too. Tune in to hear ideas, know-ho ...
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Wear Wag Repeat: Grow Your Pet Industry Business Online
Tori Mistick | Dog Blogger, Digital Media Expert, Pet Business Coach
Are you ready to grow your pet business? The Wear Wag Repeat Podcast is where petpreneurs find the actionable marketing tips and support they need to thrive in the long game. Hosted by Tori Mistick, an award-winning digital media expert, Canine Enrichment Specialist, and passionate dog mom, this podcast is designed for those who want to build a lasting, impactful pet business. WHAT YOU GET: - Monthly Expert Interviews: In-depth marketing workshops with industry leaders who share actionable s ...
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Send us a text Featured Guest: Richard R. Wohlrab Jr., VP of International Logistics at Mariner About Richard R. Wohlrab Jr.: In this insightful episode of Digging Into the Pet Industry, we’re joined by logistics expert Richard R. Wohlrab Jr., a 3rd-generation international freight forwarder and logistics provider. Richard has climbed the ranks in …
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In the span of 5 years, Liz Wilcox grew and sold a successful blog, got bought out of her second company, and built the third into a multiple six-figure businesses where she teaches entrepreneurs to simplify the whole “email marketing thing”. She’s best known for her 4500+ user email marketing membership (I’ve been a member for 3 years), her 20 Min…
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This November I have a lot of exciting content and events designed to help you grow your pet business. We're continuing our Q4 theme of Networking and Collaboration. Here's what's on deck: November 13: 2nd Petpreneur Virtual Netwokring event. This is free to attend, register here: wearwagrepeat.com/petworking Thank you to my co-hosts who are helpin…
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Send us a text Featured Guest: Ina Jones, President of Ava’s Pet Palace and APP Member About Ina Jones and Ava’s Pet Palace: In this heartwarming episode of Digging Into the Pet Industry, we talk with Ina Jones, the President of Ava’s Pet Palace and proud mom of its young founder and CEO, Ava. Ava’s Pet Palace is a vibrant, health-focused brand kno…
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Send us a text Featured Guest: Amy Addington, Co-founder and President of Woofie’s Pet Ventures, an Authority Brands Company, and APP Member About Amy Addington and Woofie’s: In this episode of Digging Into the Pet Industry, we sit down with Amy Addington, the co-founder and president of Woofie’s Pet Ventures. Woofie’s started as a local pet care b…
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Send us a text Featured Guest: Michael Schneider, Top Dog of Pilots To The Rescue and APP Member About Michael Schneider and Pilots To The Rescue: In this powerful episode of Digging Into the Pet Industry, we highlight the incredible work of Michael Schneider, founder and leader of Pilots To The Rescue (PTTR). This non-profit organization is driven…
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The Impact of Networking and Collaboration with Lashonda Geffrard of Black Pet Business Network
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I’m so excited to have Lashonda Geffrard, the founder of Black Pet Business Network as my first podcast guest of Q4. This quarter is dedicated to learning about collaboration and networking. Something Lashonda is an expert at! In this conversation, she shares how she came up with the idea for the Black Pet Business Network. It was born from a desir…
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It's Q4 and here at Wear Wag Repeat the theme is collaboration. All podcast episodes, work in Wear Wag Repeat Society and other resources are dedicated to supporting your networking, collaborations and partnerships. Here's what I have in store for October to help you grow your pet business: Expert Interview with Lashonda Geffrard, CEO of Black Pet …
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We made it to the end of the Blogging quarter in Wear Wag Repeat! I've shared amazing guest interviews and lessons about why you need to blog for your pet business and how to make the most of your content so it drives traffic and sales long term. In this episode I answer a question that came up from a Wear Wag Repeat Society member. What do you do …
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Send us a text Featured Guest: Billy Hatzichristos, Founder and CEO of Native Ceuticals (Long Island Hemp) and APP Member About Billy Hatzichristos and Native Ceuticals: In this episode, we welcome Billy Hatzichristos, the visionary behind Native Ceuticals, a company that blends traditional herbal remedies with modern science to provide holistic we…
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If you’ve been listening to this podcast lately, then you know how important blogging is for your pet business. But does it still feel overwhelming? Then you’re going to love today’s expert interview with Jessica Shipman, the accomplished COO and CMO of BlogPaws. Jessica and I explored some exciting trends and tactics that every petpreneur will fin…
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It's September, and there's a lot of exciting things coming up this month! Listen to this solo episode with Tori Mistick, founder of Wear Wag Repeat, to learn about pet business strategies and events to grow your impact this month. Topics discussed: Wear Wag Repeat Society's September Blogging Challenge is off to an exciting start! Pet pro members …
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Join the September Blogging Challenge that kicks off on Tuesday, September 3rd! It's happening inside Wear Wag Repeat Society: https://wearwagrepeat.com/society/توسط Tori Mistick
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Send us a text Host: Nancy Hassel, Founder and President of American Pet Professionals About This Episode: In this solo episode, Nancy Hassel dives into a critical question for anyone in the pet industry: Are you creating content, or just consuming it? As the digital landscape becomes increasingly crowded, Nancy emphasizes the importance of being a…
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This question came up on the monthly Hot Seats call in my membership, Wear Wag Repeat Society. How do you know if keyword research for blog posts is really worth it? Can you show an example of a blog post written with keyword optimization and one without? Yes! I happen to have 2 great examples to illustrate this answer and I'll cover them in this s…
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Send us a text Host: Nancy Hassel, Founder of American Pet Professionals About This Episode: In this solo episode, Nancy Hassel tackles the trending topic of being demure on TikTok and other social media platforms. While the trend may be taking over, Nancy offers a different perspective: when it comes to promoting your pet business, now is not the …
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Do you feel like your blog posts are like a collection you started a long time ago and now they just sit on the shelf and collect dust? Blogging can be discouraging if you’re not seeing traffic and results from your posts. Q3 theme - July interview with Pamela Keniston and solo episodes from me. Our August expert is Caitlin Brown from Sparkles and …
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Send us a text Host: Nancy Hassel, Founder of American Pet Professionals About This Episode: In this special solo episode, Nancy Hassel opens up about the realities of life and how sometimes, despite our best efforts, it can get in the way of consistency. After a brief hiatus, Nancy is excited to return to the podcasting world, bringing with her a …
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August is full of exciting updates for your pet business! After Tori shares a personal update about her dogs Burt and Lucy, she goes into everything you can expect from Wear Wag Repeat this month: Wear Wag Repeat Society: This month’s theme in my membership is profit-focused keyword research! Learn to use keyword research tools and Pinterest resear…
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Send us a text Featured Guest: Zel Crampton, CEO and Founder of Diggs and APP Member About Zel Crampton and Diggs: Zel Crampton is the visionary behind Diggs, a brand that revolutionizes dog products by challenging the status quo and redefining what pet parents can expect. As CEO and Founder, Zel has led Diggs to become a game-changing brand known …
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Send us a text Featured Guests: Laurren Darr, Founder of Left Paw Press, and Zachary Tinkle, Professional NASCAR Driver and Founder of the Zachary Tinkle Foundation About Laurren Darr and Zachary Tinkle: APP Member: Laurren Darr, a prolific author in the pet fashion niche, has published numerous books, including Pug children's books and pet-related…
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In this quick episode of the Wear Wag Repeat Podcast, host Tori Mistick shares a smart strategy to enhance your pet business: turning your frequently asked questions (FAQs) into a blog post. While this seems too simple, there's actually a lot of smart strategy behind this! Episode Highlights: Why an FAQ blog post can improve your search engine rank…
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Send us a text Featured Guest: Claudia Cesarotti, Founder of Your Copywriting Solution and APP Member! About Claudia Cesarotti: With 30 years of experience in the pet industry, Claudia Cesarotti has excelled in grooming and running her own business. Now, she returns to share her wealth of knowledge and insights, offering valuable advice and tips fo…
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#72: Sustainable Omega 3’s for Pets From… Algae? With Deena Sisitsky and Tazz Latifi of ZypZyme Omega
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Send us a text Featured Guests: Deena Sisitsky and Tazz Latifi of ZipZyme Omega and APP Members! About ZipZyme Omega: ZipZyme Omega introduces a groundbreaking approach to pet nutrition with the world's first and only fresh, unextracted omega-3. This innovative solution surpasses all other omega-3 oils by preserving the natural antioxidative and ca…
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Learn actionable tips from pet industry digital marketing expert Pamela Keniston of Big Paws Marketing. This interview is all about strategically blogging for your pet business to drive traffic and sales. Topics Discussed: Using keyword research and creating pillar posts as the foundation for blog content. The relevance of blogging for different ty…
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Send us a text Featured Guest: Gay Jensen, Founder of Kangaroo Dogs and APP Member About Kangaroo Dogs: Founded in 2016 by Gay Jensen, Kangaroo Dogs is dedicated to enhancing the health and happiness of dogs. Gay's entrepreneurial journey began when she was seeking a healthy option for her own dog to help with the ailments of a senior dog. She was …
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July is a big month for online growth in your pet business! Here’s what you can expect from me and Wear Wag Repeat this July: WWR Society: Last chance to join my membership for pet pros until October! It's an unbeatable value at $69/month. Join at wearwagrepeat.com/society Q3 Theme: Blogging and SEO is our focus for the next 3 months. Look forward …
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A lot of pet indsutry business owners, pet influencers and content creators tell me they have an email list but they don't know what to send. Or maybe they haven't emailed their list of pet lovers in a long time and it's feeling a little awkward now. In this short episode, I share 3 email ideas that you can write and send in less than 20 minutes. P…
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Email marketing is a game-changer for petpreneurs! But when it comes to automated emails, many of us are stuck thinking that only means a welcome email sequence. In this episode with copywriter Sara Gillis, we’re taking a look at two powerful types of email sequences that you don’t want to neglect: nurture sequences and launch sequences. These stra…
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Join me, Tori Mistick, for a new solo episode packed with valuable insights and resources to elevate your pet business. In this episode, we’re continuing our Q2 focus on email marketing, a crucial tool for pet pros looking to grow their businesses. Tune in to discover: Personal Updates: Catch up on what’s happening in my life, including my latest h…
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Feeling stuck on what to email your subsrobers? Not sure if your emails are strategically designed to turn subscribers into customers? I have an idea for you! Not only will this idea help to build trust with your audience and encourage sales, but it will give you more free time this Summer! Listen to this episode of my Short Leash series and let me…
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In this episode, I’m talking with Deanna Seymour, a branding and content strategy expert. Although she’s not directly in the pet industry, I’m excited to feature experts from beyond the pet world who can provide us with valuable and actionable advice! We discuss how to build a community without relying 100% on social media. If you’re not a fan of s…
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It might only be May 1st, but I’m getting on people’s calendars for October and November! People are less responsive and more booked up than usual, so consider this your sign to plan ahead! Here’s what you can expect from me this May: Guest Expert episode with content strategist Deanna Seymour (May 8) Wear Wag Repeat Society: Optimise your Welcome …
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The Short Leash is my monthly short episode designed to reel you back in to focus on one action that can make an impact in your pet industry business. Repurpose one of your welcome sequence emails as an email blast to your whole list of pet lovers Repurpose a"Secret Sauce" or "Brand Story" email from your welcome sequence as a "Reintroduce Myself" …
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In this solo episode, I take a step back in 2 ways! One step back in strategy and also a step back in time... you'll see what I mean! If you haven't started an email list yet, the best time to start one is TODAY. First, you need an email service provider. My favorite ESP is ConvertKit (that's my affiliate link). Next, I'm sharing 6 of my favorite p…
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On this episode, I’m talking with Kerrie Fitzgerald of Ecommerce Society. I’ve known Kerrie for years and I love a chance to get on the line with her and talk about digital marketing. Today’s conversation is full of actionable advice. Kerrie explains the five emails that you need to send to new subscribers when they join your email list. These five…
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Hear what's happening for petpreneurs this April in Wear Wag Repeat: Kicked off the quarter with K9 in 90 goal planning workshop Course Creator Mastermind is underway! Wear Wag Repeat Society now OPEN with Q2 Email Marketing theme April Podcast Guest: Kerrie Fitzgerld on setting up email automations, email funnel creation, creating customer superfa…
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The Short Leash is my monthly short episode designed to reel you back in to focus on one action that can make an impact in your pet industry business. Sign up for the FREE K9 in 90 Workshop on April 1: https://wearwagrepeat.com/k9in90/ Get the accountability you need to reach your goals for the next 90 days in Wear Wag Repeat Society. Enrollment op…
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What does financial freedom mean to you? Is it the same as financial independence? In this solo episode, Tori shares: How to define these terms Stats about women's financial independence How she defines values-based financial independence 4 steps you can take to create more financial independence in your pet business and your life. This is part of …
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Did you ever think that you could raise $10,000 or even $20,000 for a local animal rescue? My guest on this episode, Jessica Wasik of Bark and Gold Photography, has helped dozens of photographers create calendar contests that raise money for pets in need while also marketing their businesses. Topics Discussed: 1. Tori and Jessica discuss creating c…
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In this solo epsiode, I share what's happening this month in our Q1 MONEY theme, what steps you need to take after the Meta outage this week and I share a personal update. Topics Discussed: What's new in my life - lots of quilting and learning Italian! March Guest Expert Interview with Jessica Wasik of Bark & Gold Photographs drops March 13th Wear …
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The Short Leash is my monthly 10-minute or less episode designed to reel you back in to focus on one action that can make an impact in your pet industry business. Check out my Top 3 Money Books: Profit First by Mike Michalowicz We Should All Be Millionaires by Rachel Rodgers Buy the Change You Want to See by Jane Mosbacker Morris Check out these bo…
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Many of us in the pet industry face this common challenge: We want to invest in our business growth but we don't have the cash to make it happen. Have you ever had your eyes on a program you know will enhance your business, but you just don't have the cash to invest in it. Don't despair! Today, I'm sharing 6 actionable strategies to make extra cash…
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In this episode, I’m bringing back one of my favorite guests, Julie Swan. She’s the founder of the Dog Breeder Society and she runs a successful business breeding German Shorthaired Pointers and Rat Terriers. But don’t tune out if you’re not a dog breeder! This conversation is full of financial tips that apply to any type of pet business. You’ll le…
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In this episode I'm sharing a few of the exciting things happening this month that will help you grow your pet business. We're sticking with the Q1 Money theme! New guest expert episode with Julie Swan: The Numbers You Need to Know in Your Pet Business [Coming Feb 14] Julie is featuring on my Top 10 Lessons I've Learned From My Podcast Guests Freeb…
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Introducing Quick Tips. Or Short Tails. Or... suggest a better name for this series! Each month, the week after our expert guest interview episode comes out I'll share a short solo episode with an actionable tip that you can implement in your pet business or in life with your pet. Today I'm sharing a 14-Day challenge to manifest money miracles and …
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We’re digging into the 1st quarter theme of making more money in your pet business. To get us started on this theme, I’m excited to share a conversation with Kara Conway Love. Kara brings to the table her wide ranging expertise in the legal world, content creation, and entrepreneurship. As we explore topics like maximizing earnings, negotiating par…
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#70: Bringing Chic, Stylish & Eco-Friendly Pet Travel Products to Market With Ann Greenberg of A Pet with Paws
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Send us a text How do you bring a comfortable pet travel carrier to market that not only has the feel of a designer handbag but is also environmentally sustainable? In this episode, Ann Greenberg of A Pet with Paws joins us to tell the story of how she brought her stylish pet carriers to market and how she was closely involved in the manufacturing …
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Do you want to make more money in your pet business this year? Of course you do! So that’s what we’re dedicating the first three months of this year to. In this episode, I'm sharing what to expect from Wear Wag Repeat Society and this Podcast in January. Wear Wag Repeat Society membership is now OPEN through Janaury 10: https://wearwagrepeat.com/so…
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Welcome to the 300th episode of the Wear Wag Repeat Podcast! What a journey it's been since we started in the summer of 2017. Today, with over 177,000 downloads, I'm taking a moment to reflect on our growth, share my personal journey, and unveil some exciting plans for 2024. Join me as we dive into the world of pet business, celebrate our milestone…
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