petMD's Life with Pets is your curated guide to bringing out the best in your furry friends. Join author and dog trainer Victoria Schade as she explores problem solving, myth busting, lifestyle tips and topical pet stories with a variety of beloved animal experts. Listen, learn, laugh, and become a better pet owner along the way!

Victoria Schade is an award-winning author, speaker and dog trainer known for her upbeat approach to living and working with dogs. Her books, "Bonding With Your Dog; A Trainer's Secrets for Building a Better Relationship" and "Secrets of a Dog Trainer: Positive Problem Solving for a Well-Behaved Dog" are geared to helping people and pets lead harmonious lives together.Victoria has worked with Animal Planet for over ten years as the lead animal trainer on the channel's popular Puppy Bowl special, and appeared as a co-host on the program "Faithful Friends" during its two-season run. She currently serves as a pet expert for PawCulture and PetMD, writing training and behavior content and appearing in educational videos.