Pet Boss® Podcast with Candace
Candace D'Agnolo of Pet Boss Nation®
Show overview
Pet Boss® Podcast with Candace has been publishing since 2022, and across the 4 years since has built a catalogue of 253 episodes, alongside 8 trailers or bonus episodes. That works out to roughly 140 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence, with the show now in its 5th season.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 28 min and 37 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. It is catalogued as a EN-language Business show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed yesterday, with 34 episodes already out so far this year. Published by Candace D'Agnolo of Pet Boss Nation®.
From the publisher
This is a podcast for the local pet business owner. Get foundational business tips mixed with the latest secrets of what’s working now, especially in this challenging world. Hear honest conversations from industry peers working the streets of Main Street, where dog business is BIG business. So, if you’re a pet supply store, grooming salon, dog daycare, boarding facility, pet sitter or dog trainer - we welcome you! What really sets this show apart from others in this space is that your show host, Candace D’Agnolo, the CEO & Founder of Pet Boss Nation® - has started, scaled and sold successful pet businesses in almost every niche of the pet industry. Not only that, but her business had multiple locations, a team of 30 people, and annual revenue hitting multiple 7 figures. What this means for you is that you’ll get a holistic approach from someone who’s been on your biz journey from start to finish. Intrigued? Press play.
Latest Episodes
View all 253 episodes250: 16 Winners Revealed: The Pet Boss Trade Show Awards SUPERZOO 2026
249: From Crazy Decision to One-Year Anniversary: What Opening a Pet Business Taught Me (Part 2)
248: From Crazy Decision to One-Year Anniversary: What Opening a Pet Business Taught Me (Part 1)
247: Pet Boss Trade Show Awards Are Coming! Here’s What You Need To Know
246: SUPERZOO 2026 Guide: Sessions, Events, Logistics, and Our Exclusive Pet Boss Party
245: SEO is Changing. Meet AEO and Why Your Pet Business Should Care
244: Sale Secrets: A $3,000+ in Extra Revenue Story And How You Can Replicate It
243: 250 Years of Change: Why Adaptation Wins (And What It Means for Your Business)
242: What 1,000 Pet Businesses Taught Us About Growth (With Matt Aldrich)
241: Stop Starting from Zero Every Month: A Pet Business Guide to Subscription Revenue
240: Can Indies Really Out-Compete Amazon and Chewy? (CEO of Wholesale Pet Says Yes)
239: The NeeDoh Craze: What a Squishy Toy Teaches You About Viral Marketing In Your Pet Business
238: Why You Should Never Make Blanket Statements to Broad Audiences Again
237: June Education Events You Don't Want to Miss (And a Secret About Dante and Dory's)
236: Part 2: How We Leveled Up the Farmer's Market Booth in One Week
235: The 5 Ways Off Location Events Make You Money (Beyond Day-of Sales)
234: The Cash Flow Squeeze (And What to Do About It Right Now)
233: What We Learned From 100 Customer Surveys (5 Insights That Changed Everything)
232: The Story is Everything: How to Get Free Local News Coverage with Whisker Media's Mary Tan
S5 Ep 231231: Inside SUPERZOO 2026: What Makes It Essential for Pet Retailers and Brands (With WPA's Mike Karsting)
SUPERZOO is coming August 12-14, 2026 in Las Vegas, with an education day Tues, Aug 11, - and if you sell products, make products, or work behind the scenes in the pet industry, this is your must-attend event. Candace sits down with Mike Karsting, Senior Vice President of World Pet Association (WPA) and the driving force behind SUPERZOO, to talk about what makes this show essential for independent pet retailers, emerging brands, and anyone on the product side of the business. They discuss: 🐾 Why SUPERZOO is "the melting pot of the pet industry" (if you touch pet in any way, there's something here for you) 🐾 The New Product Showcase strategy and how Candace found a $25k client through the showcase 🐾 Education passes, grooming demos, networking meetups, and the Beach Party (there's something for everyone) 🐾The Groomer's Innovation Stage and new on-floor classroom you won’t want to miss Plus the Pets+ SUPERZOO sample box, why vetting attendees protects exhibitors, and Mike's advice for juggling education, shopping, networking, and parties! ABOUT MIKE KARSTING Senior Vice President, World Pet Association / SUPERZOO Mike Karsting has served as Senior Vice President of World Pet Association for the past five years, bringing more than 30 years of experience in event marketing, production, and management across both trade and consumer platforms. Prior to stepping into the SVP role, Karsting spent 18 years with TEN: The Enthusiast Network, including the last decade as Vice President of Events. There, he led the planning, production, and execution of major properties such as the EnduroCross series, Motor Trend International Auto Show events, as well as numerous custom car shows and live concerts. Karsting later produced multiple X Games throughout the world and served as Marketing Director at MotoAmerica and previously held a leadership role at Professional Bull Riders. As SVP, Karsting leads the strategic development and execution of the company's live B2B portfolio, driving growth through innovative event strategy, partnership development, and operational excellence. Leveraging on his extensive background in motorsports, automotive culture, and live entertainment, he is committed to delivering impactful experiences that elevate exhibitors, sponsors, partners, and industry attendees. Transcript Show NotesJoin Us Online Find us on Facebook Join our Free Pet Industry Facebook Group Follow us on Instagram Read our Blog