Pet Health Junkies – Details, episodes & analysis

Coconut oil is one of my favorite things to have around the house. I use it every single day for myself and very often for my pets.

Even with all of it's amazing benefits, there is still some negativity floating around the internet about coconut oil, so we invited the ladies behind Coco Therapy on the show to help us all understand the benefits - including why it's actually a really great addition to food for a dog with pancreatitis! 

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In this conversation, Dr. Rob Silver discusses the safety and medicinal properties of mushrooms for pets. He explains that while some mushrooms can be toxic, many edible and medicinal mushrooms are safe for pets. Dr. Silver emphasizes the importance of sourcing mushrooms from reputable companies that can provide accurate identification and analysis of their products. He also discusses the ideal growing environments for mushrooms and the different delivery methods available, such as powders and tinctures. Additionally, Dr. Silver highlights the potential benefits of mushrooms for cancer treatment, immunity, and autoimmune diseases in pets. In this conversation, Dr. Rob Silver discusses the power of reishi mushrooms and their extensive history and research. He also recommends using other supplements like CBD, PEA, and ashwagandha for immune regulation. Mushrooms may not be effective for every condition, such as lipomas and certain types of cancer. Fresh mushrooms can be beneficial, but supplements offer a more concentrated and standardized dose. Long-term use of mushrooms is recommended for optimal wellness. Mushrooms, particularly shiitake, can also have positive effects on dental health. Dr. Rob Silver hosts monthly Q&A sessions on Facebook for further discussion and education on mushrooms and holistic health.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Technical Difficulties

01:24
Introducing Dr. Rob Silver and the Importance of Mushrooms

04:13
Are Mushrooms Safe for Dogs?

05:42
Different Types of Mushrooms and Their Toxicity

07:09
The Safety of Mushrooms in Pet Food

08:53
The Ideal Environment for Growing Mushrooms

11:07
Mushrooms and Their Medicinal Properties

23:50
Mushrooms for Immunity and Delivery Methods

31:12
Mushrooms for Cats and Autoimmune Diseases

40:12
The Power of Reishi Mushroom

41:32
Using Mushrooms for Autoimmune Issues

44:03
Mushrooms for Lipomas and Arthritis

47:30
Using Fresh Mushrooms vs. Supplements

50:06
Dosage and Administration of Mushroom Supplements

53:54
Long-Term Use of Mushrooms for Wellness

56:05
Mushrooms for Dental Health

58:24
Accessing Dr. Rob Silver's Q&A Sessions

01:00:32
Exploring Energy Work and Holistic Health

01:03:58
Appreciation for Dr. Rob Silver's Work

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In the last episode, we talked about navigating the overwhelm, and part of that is being able to speak with your veterinarian about the care of your pet. 

You are the HEAD of your animals care team, so having an open dialogue with your veterinarian and not being pressured or bullied into anything that you are uncomfortable with is ESSENTIAL. 

Dr. Ruth Roberts joins us to discuss how we can facilitate this type of relationship with our veterinarian, and what to do if we can't.

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It's possibly one of the most popular questions we get: how much should I actually be feeding my dog (or cat)?

While it seems like there should be a rather straight forward answer, it’s more complicated than a one-size-fits all solution. 

Regardless of the type of food you feed, we have solutions for you in today’s episode. 

Here are some helpful links to resources that we talk about in todays episode: 

Perfectly Ransom Raw Feeding Calculators: https://perfectlyrawsome.com/pmr-barf-dog-cat-raw-feeding-calculators/

How To Calculate Your Cats Daily Caloric Intake: https://www.petplace.com/article/cats/pet-health/how-to-calculate-your-cats-daily-calorie-intake

Body Condition Scoring Charts: https://petobesityprevention.org/pet-weight-check

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Deciphering a pet food label is hard! Why does it have to be so hard?
Join us as we jump into the deep end of decoding and understanding pet food labels. 

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When we shop for our pets, there's more to consider than just convenience. 

Jessica has some data on the big box stores that may surprise you, but will certainly leave you feeling suspicious. 

Pam, as an online retailer, shares the struggles of being a small business in a huge pond.

Janet, as a healthy pet store owner, brings you inside how she cultivates products to help your pet thrive.

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Hear about the journeys that Jessica, Janet & Pam took to become the Pet Health Junkies.

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Enjoy the teaser for the new Pet Health Junkies podcast and hit FOLLOW to be the first to listen to full episodes beginning December 6!

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We are continuing our discussion on reading pet food and pet treat ingredient labels. It's a very confusing world and we want to keep brining you information on how to discern what those labels actually mean. 

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Billy Hoekman is the Nutrition and Communication Director for Green Juju, which is one of our favorite companies. 

What's really great about any chat with Billy is that he doesn't view everything through the lens of what Green Juju does ... he looks at the industry as a whole to help us better understand not only why ingredients matter but also why trusting the company making the food matters. 

We can get into the weeds of pet food ingredients and why we want this over that, but at the end of the day ... do you trust the company making the food to keep it's promises and be transparent with you for the health of your pet?

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When we know better, we can do better.