Your Pet Isn’t the Problem, You Are | 6/8/25
Is your dog acting “psycho”? Your cat meowing like it’s a Broadway audition? Spoiler alert: the problem might not be your pet—it might be you.
In the debut episode of Victoria Knows Pets: Training Your Human, expert pet trainer Victoria Castelhano and her producer-husband Wes dive headfirst into the emotional tug-of-war between pets and their owners. With wit, warmth, and a splash of sass, Victoria explains why your stressed-out vibe could be the real cause behind your animal’s anxiety, and how human behavior shapes pet behavior more than people realize.
This pilot episode covers:
- Emotional mirroring between pets and humans
- Storm and firework anxiety in dogs (and what not to do about it)
- Why treating behavioral issues starts with changing owner habits
- Nonverbal bonding stories from Victoria’s own pet
Listeners will walk away with science-informed advice, relatable stories, and practical tools for improving pet care and behavior—without guilt or gimmicks. Victoria’s background in pet retail and animal psychology shines through in every tip, and her real-world experience bottle-feeding pups and earning the trust of traumatized rescues adds extra heart.
A full transcript is available in the episode notes for those who want to dig deeper or follow along. And if you’ve got a furry problem child at home, submit your pet questions for future episodes.
Creators and Guests
Host
Victoria Castelhano
Victoria is a certified pet trainer with over a decade of experience helping pet owners decode their furry (and sometimes feathery) friends. She specializes in uncovering the real reasons behind problem behaviors—often rooted in the owner’s actions—before they spiral into costly vet visits. With a no-nonsense, science-backed approach, Victoria empowers pet parents to make simple yet powerful changes that lead to happier, healthier pets. Whether it's barking, leash pulling, anxiety, or litter box mysteries, she’s on a mission to save you stress (and thousands of dollars) by teaching you how to train yourself first!
Producer
Wesley Castelhano
Dallas’s own Second Floor Studios. Authentic sound, creative vibes, and zero pretension. Podcast production that actually gets you. Est. 2024.