🐾 What if your daily dog walk could help build a kinder, safer community? In this episode, Em chats with Laura—professional dog walker and creator behind Curious Snoots—about how thoughtful walking practices and mutual respect between pet guardians can transform neighborhoods.

💡 In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why how we show up on walks matters

• How to handle off-leash dogs and boundary-pushing situations

• Tips for navigating awkward encounters with other pet parents

• The power of kindness, consistency, and communication

🌎 Laura shares how her work in dog walking fosters connection, safety, and compassion in the pet space—and how you can be part of that shift too.

🎧 Tune in for an honest, heartfelt conversation about responsibility, advocacy, and building stronger communities through everyday actions.

Guest Info:📲 Learn more about Curious Snoots and follow Laura's mission: @curioussnoots

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