Midwest Pet Life

Midwest Pet Life is a weekly WGIL podcast hosted by Candace D'Agnolo, a pet industry veteran and owner of Dante and Dory's Pet Emporium in Galesburg, Illinois. Every week, Candace digs into the topics that matter most to pet owners across the Midwest — from nutrition and behavior to seasonal safety and the science behind the human-animal bond. Whether you're a dog person, a cat person, or somewhere in between, this show was made for you. Have a pet question? Submit them to support@danteanddorys.com.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

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Episodes 6

Dog bath time tips that actually work
1mo ago · 18:47
If washing your dog at home has ever left your bathroom looking like a crime scene, Candace D'Agnolo of Dante & Dory's Pet Emporium says the problem is almost never the dog — it's the setup. In this episode of Midwest Pet Life, Candace covers: Th
Fireworks and pets: how to keep yours safe, calm, and home this Fourth of July
2mo ago · 22:00
Animal shelters across the country see their intake spike as much as 30% in the first days of July. A dog that has never once tried to escape a yard can clear a fence when a firework goes off two streets away. In this episode of Midwest Pet Life, Candace
Summer hazards every pet owner needs to know about
2mo ago · 22:27
Summer brings longer walks and open windows — but Candace D'Agnolo of Dante & Dory's Pet Emporium says it also brings hazards pet owners may not be watching for. In this episode of Midwest Pet Life, Candace covers: Fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes —
If your dog walks you, this episode is for you
2mo ago · 20:23
If you have ever been walked by your dog instead of walking your dog, Candace D'Agnolo has something to say to you — and it starts with the equipment in your hand. In this episode of Midwest Pet Life, Candace breaks down the tools, techniques, and mind
Reading your pet's food label without the stress
3mo ago · 20:54
Most pet owners have never read the ingredient list on their pet's food bag. In Episode 2 of Midwest Pet Life, host Candace D'Agnolo of Dante & Dory's Pet Emporium in Galesburg breaks down what that label actually says — and why it matters. No gu
Midwest Pet Life debuts on WGIL: Why pets matter more than ever
3mo ago · 13:49
Midwest Pet Life, a new weekly podcast on WGIL, launches this week with host Candace D'Agnolo — pet industry veteran and owner of Dante & Dory's Pet Emporium in downtown Galesburg. Every week, Candace digs into the topics that matter most to pet o