Description

Episode Summary

In this episode, Laura and Olivia welcome Marina Yamada, a pet care professional with a multicultural background, to discuss her experiences with dogs in Japan and Canada. They explore the cultural differences in dog ownership, the role of pet care professionals, and the importance of understanding dog behaviour. Marina shares her aspirations to integrate psychology with dog training and the challenges she faces in educating dog owners in Japan. The episode concludes with a fun segment where they guess each other's dog breeds, highlighting the unique personalities of each guest.

Key Takeaways

• Marina has a unique multicultural background growing p in a Brazilian cultural bubble in Japan.
• Her childhood experiences with animals shaped her passion for dog care.
• Transitioning from Japan to Canada provided Marina with new insights into dog behaviour.
• Cultural differences significantly influence how dogs are treated and perceived in different countries.
• Pet care professionals in Japan face different challenges compared to those in Canada.
• The concept of pet sitting is still developing in Japan, with many relying on friends or family.
• Marina aims to introduce the benefits of enriched dog care to Japanese dog owners.
• Marina's future aspirations include integrating psychology with dog training.
• The podcast features a fun segment where guests guess each other's dog breeds.

Keywords

podcast, dog care, multicultural, pet sitting, dog behaviour, cultural differences, psychology, animal care, Japan, Canada

Chapters

00:00 Episode Highlights

00:19 Introducing Our Guest: Marina Yamada

02:30 Episode Starts

04:12 Marina's Early Years: Growing Up In A Cross-Cultural Community

07:28 How Laura Met Marina

12:52 How did Marina Decide to Focus on Dogs

18:34 Pet Care Cultural Shocks

23:51 Dog Culture in Japan

30:47 Dog Reactivity in Japan

33:13 Doggie Daycares And The Evolution of Pet Care

47:38 What's Coming For Marina

48:31 Pet Care Advertising in Japan