The pet world never stays quiet for long. In the July edition of Zoomies, Dr. Stephanie Clark and Jordan Tyler catch up on the headlines making waves across the pet industry, from the ongoing controversy surrounding research beagles and Seattle’s viral raccoon, to a bigger conversation about veterinarians, nutrition education, and where pet parents should turn for specialized nutrition advice.
Plus, they break down an unusual Pedigree recall, unpack the latest pet food class action lawsuits and labeling debates, and look ahead to SUPERZOO with a few predictions of their own. From longevity and human-grade claims to stroller-riding pets and colorful creative grooming, tune in for the latest pet industry news, trends, and plenty of fun and fluffy commentary.
Show Notes
🦝 Read about Jimothy the Raccoon: https://mashable.com/life/jimothy-raccoon-seattle-internet-reactions
🦮 Could raccoons be headed toward domestication? https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1j8j48e5z2o
💪 Meet the man fighting to legalize pet raccoons: https://www.npr.org/2025/02/25/nx-s1-5302663-e1/kansas-man-wants-the-state-to-legalize-raccoons-as-pets
🥩 Learn more about vets and pet nutrition:
⚠️ Get the scoop on the Pedigree recall: https://www.petage.com/mars-petcare-issues-recall-of-pedigree-dog-food-due-to-potential-fraudulent-distribution-of-product/
⚖️ Explore the most recent class action lawsuits
Episode Chapters
00:00 – Welcome to Barking Mad
01:02 – Beagle Controversy, Boycotts & a Viral Raccoon
05:24 – Do Veterinarians Get Enough Nutrition Training?
11:33 – An Unusual Pet Food Recall
14:16 – Even More Class Action Lawsuits
20:22 – Gearing Up for SUPERZOO 2026
26:06 – Betting on the Biggest Pet Industry Trends
29:11 – SUPERZOO Wild Cards: Animals, Outfits & Show Floor Bets
33:57 – Wrapping Up and What’s to Come
