Episode 100 - Beyond the Sale: Rodney Habib on Turning Nutrition Into Your Indie Advantage
<p>In this episode of the <em>Pet Shop Girls Podcast</em>, we’re joined by Rodney Habib — two-time New York Times bestselling author and one of the most trusted voices in pet nutrition today. We dive into the benefits of minimally processed foods, the challenges of being an indie retailer, and why community support is so essential for success in the pet industry.</p><p>Rodney also shares how storytelling can be a powerful tool for education, why cultural practices shape pet health around the world, and what every pet pro should know about the evolving pet food landscape.</p><p>Learn all about Rodney <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ovnvsx4KJWFct-f985js0OfkSdHITq-R/view?usp=sharing">here</a>!!<br>Find him at planetpaws.ca</p><p>✨ <strong>Key Takeaways</strong></p><ul><li>Support your local community and they’ll support you back.</li><li>Variation in pet diets is key to a healthy microbiome.</li><li>Minimally processed foods make a big impact on pet health.</li><li>Storytelling is a powerful education tool.</li><li>Indie retailers thrive when they lead with education and collaboration.</li></ul><p>👉 Find the <em>Pet Shop Girls Podcast</em> wherever you love listening to podcasts, or hit the link in our bio to tune in now!</p><p><strong>Connect with the Pet Shop Girls!</strong></p><p>Find us everywhere: <a href="https://linktr.ee/petshopgirls">https://linktr.ee/petshopgirls</a></p><p><strong>Connect with Carly (House of Paws):</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/houseofpawsboutique">https://www.instagram.com/houseofpawsboutique</a></p><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@houseofpawsboutique">https://www.tiktok.com/@houseofpawsboutique</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/houseofpawsboutique">https://www.facebook.com/houseofpawsboutique</a></p><p><strong>Connect with Sherry (Odyssey Pets):</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/odysseypets">https://www.facebook.com/odysseypets</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/odysseypets">https://www.instagram.com/odysseypets</a></p><p><a href="https://linktr.ee/odysseypetsdallas">https://linktr.ee/odysseypetsdallas</a></p><p><br><em>The Pet Shop Girls Podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by our hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of any sponsors or partners. Any business, marketing, or pet care advice shared on this podcast is general in nature and may not apply to your specific situation. The Pet Shop Girls Podcast and its hosts are not liable for any outcomes related to the use of the information discussed.</em></p>
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Show Notes
In this episode of the Pet Shop Girls Podcast, we’re joined by Rodney Habib — two-time New York Times bestselling author and one of the most trusted voices in pet nutrition today. We dive into the benefits of minimally processed foods, the challenges of being an indie retailer, and why community support is so essential for success in the pet industry.
Rodney also shares how storytelling can be a powerful tool for education, why cultural practices shape pet health around the world, and what every pet pro should know about the evolving pet food landscape.
Learn all about Rodney here!!
Find him at planetpaws.ca
✨ Key Takeaways
- Support your local community and they’ll support you back.
- Variation in pet diets is key to a healthy microbiome.
- Minimally processed foods make a big impact on pet health.
- Storytelling is a powerful education tool.
- Indie retailers thrive when they lead with education and collaboration.
👉 Find the Pet Shop Girls Podcast wherever you love listening to podcasts, or hit the link in our bio to tune in now!
Connect with the Pet Shop Girls!
Find us everywhere: https://linktr.ee/petshopgirls
Join us in the Indie Insider Pet Professional Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18XEvTjxMj/
Join The Pet Shop Girls: Off The Record Substack Community: https://substack.com/@psgofftherecord?utm_campaign=profile&utm_medium=profile-page
The Pet Shop Girls Podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by our hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of any sponsors or partners. Any business, marketing, or pet care advice shared on this podcast is general in nature and may not apply to your specific situation. The Pet Shop Girls Podcast and its hosts are not liable for any outcomes related to the use of the information discussed.
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