Who better than Bill Bookout, founding member of the NASC to share with us the state of the animal supplement industry, why not all products are created equal and what you need to know before choosing supplements for your dog. Tune in!

Now’s the time to learn about how homeopathy can heal your dog naturally. Suzie Cyrenne joins me in sharing homeopathy’s history, some myths and some facts that you might not have known. How can this modality be beneficial for your dog? Tune in!

Roughly 50% of pet owners in the U.S. give their dogs CBD, often on the recommendation of a veterinarian. But, what exactly is the endocannabinoid system? And what functions of the body does it regulate? Can every dog benefit from the use of cannabis and how can it specifically benefit our older dogs. Listen in as Sandi Krucik-vanBommel, Veterinary Cannabis Counselor shares some great insight on whether CBD can help your senior dog and what to look out for when choosing a brand. Great info!

Listen and Learn as Dr. Edward Bassingthwaighte shares why so many of us miss the fact that our dogs are living in silent pain. What are the subtle signs? Where is Silent Pain found in the body? How is it treated? It’s all about educating ourselves and this is a great place to start! Check it out! Your dog will thank you.

What’s wrong with how we typically handle dog waste? A lot! Listen in as Rose Seemann shares all of the health hazards associated with dog waste and how we can be more responsible dog owners, and stop continuing to pollute our environment. She gives us so many options o how we can easily upcycle our own dog’s waste and start a program in our communities. Yes, there is a way to collect and compost canine waste into a safe, nutrient-rich, garden soil. Learn something new today!

How would you define natural dog ownership? It can mean so many things, right? From your approach to medical issues with your dog, treatments, food and supplement choices, training and behavior. Have you ever found yourself struggling to choose between a conventional vs a natural approach with your dog’s health or wellness? Karen Pedersen from Happy Natural Dog is here to make us feel better about the choices we make for our dogs and some great things to consider. Tune in!

Medicinal mushrooms for Dog? You bet! But not all mushrooms are created equal. Dr. Rob Silver will walk us through all of the power mushrooms that he recommends, the properties that they contain and the issues that they treat. Learn about the similar active ingredients that mushrooms contain and the amazing health benefiting properties for dogs. Listen in!

What a great chat I had with Nate Dewsbury about the science that is available for our dogs to realize optimal health and nutrition.  With so many different food choices and supplements on the market, how do we know what will help our dogs to thrive?  And if we feed a species appropriate diet, is that enough or would we need to supplement?  Tune in to learn about passive vs active nutrition and how to find better products and not just more products.

Listen in as entrepreneur, activist and science writer Daniel Schulof reveals the shoddy science responsible for the chronic disease epidemics killing millions of pets every year. His book has been named “the most rigorous and probing canine nutrition book ever written” and we explore the problem of scientific misinformation in the companion animal nutrition world.

Kidney failure is an irreversible process and Studies show that 1 in 10 dogs suffer from kidney disease. Unfortunately, it typically goes undetected until the organs are functioning at approximately 33% to 25% of their capacity. Why is kidney disease in dogs increasing and what are some holistic approaches to treating it? Alex Roberts shares how we can treat renal failure naturally. That even though we can’t reverse it, there's a lot more you can do to help your dog. Listen in!

Did you know that therapeutic massage can benefit the health and mobility of dogs at every life stage? Join me as I chat with Caragh Reilly, a nationally-certified canine massage therapist about the many benefits, the different techniques, how long the effects last, the techniques we can do at home and if your dog is a candidate. An episode overflowing with information! Tune in!

It is so important to develop an open relationship with your veterinarian for your dog’s personalized care. But what is the right care for your dog? Have you thought about risk vs choice when it comes to your dog’s treatment? And how should you mitigate risk? You need to consider what's important to you philosophically, ethically, morally, what style of healthcare you like, and then think about your budget as well. Dr. Bonnie Bragdon is here to answer these questions and shares how to make the right choice for your lifestyle and comfort. Be in the know and listen in!

Listen in as Drs. Joe Menicucci & Rory Lubold share there expertise on the topic of pet health management and how we can monitor our dogs’ health. They run through a very easy protocol for how we can take part in managing their health and care. We’ll cover understanding your dog’s normal, how to do routine health checks and diagnostics at home, what should be included in professional vet checks and the role of lab testing. Every dog owner can benefit!

Stress is the hardest lifestyle factor to address in our dogs and is more than mental/emotional, it’s addressing environmental stress (including indoor/outdoor and veterinary chemical stressors) and physical stress, including endocrine stress. Research is beginning to show irreversible physiologic changes that can occur when dogs are desexed.  Listen in to learn from Dr. Karen Shaw Becker about not only the environmental stressors that are putting our dogs over the edge, but the health consequences of early spay/neuter and how that brings forth a very long list of health issues and disease. But Dr. Becker does share some great alternatives and how to desex our dogs in healthier ways.

Hello dog lovers! Are you confused about giving your dog Coconut Oil? Well, we’re here with Charisa Antigua and Carmina O’Connor and they are going to help dispel the top coconut oil myths and share why this oil is actually the healthiest oil to give. Want to be the best advocate for your dog's health and wellness? Well, we need to be educated in the science of canine nutrition and this is a great learning opportunity to learn about how fats affect our dogs and why MCTs in coconut oil are beneficial. What are the different forms of coconut oil? You'll also learn about all of the benefits of coconut oil and how it can help your dog with seizures, allergies, GI issues, dental health and much, much more. Coconut oil as a health aid was recognized in Ayurvedic medicine almost 4000 years ago. How can it help with your dog's health?

Sound is one of the most common stressors for our dogs. They hear 3x higher than us humans! Because sound is such a powerful sensorial pathway for canines, music can be a potent remedy for reaching them and deeply communicating calm. Lisa Spector shares the benefits of canine sound therapy and how it can improve health and behavior. Lisa even plays a piece of her Dog Gone Calm piano music. Listen in with your dog!

What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, what are the benefits and does your dog need it? Billie Groom breaks it all down for us in this super informative episode. She is pretty much the pioneer in this area is the creator of UPWARD Dogology, a scientifically proven methodology for addressing anxiety and aggression, and behaviors common in adopted, rescued, and adolescent dogs. Listen in!

The result of keeping dogs away from our everyday lives can be seen in so many unwanted realities. It's so difficult for us to practice empathy, ongoing education, success sharing, resource provision, etc. unless we define our families and communities to include furry ones. Beth Miller from Wagtown is here to cover each aspect of how community culture gives us and our dogs an enriching and healthy environment. Listen in!

Does your dog regularly chew at their feet? Paws are really an important indicator of your dog’s health. If paws are smelly, nails are long, or the hair is overgrown between your dog’s paw pads, these could all be signs of foot ailments. What are your dog’s paw pads actually made out of? What are the warning signs of paw issues and how can we keep them healthy? And what about all of the environmental factors? Let’s hear from my guest Lisa Baronoff on how to address various paw issues and the products that can address them. Tune in!

What exactly is socialization when it comes to dogs? How should we properly socialize puppies vs adult dogs? Is your dog properly socialized? Are you confident that your dog will behave properly around other people and animals in order to create a positive experience? How do we make our dogs comfortable around unfamiliar environments and situations? Join me with my super informative interview with Carla Dusel, CPDT-KA, Operations & Behavior Advisor for Central Bark where she answers these questions and so many more! Do you know #1 thing every dog owner should know to best support their dog when socializing? Tune in!

Well we all know that water is a key nutrient that both humans and dogs need to survive. But what is the current state of the water that we drink (filtered, tap, bottled, etc)? Dr. Marlene Siegel chats with me about the benefits of structured water, why our bodies need it to be healthy and how easy it is to create. I was blown away to learn about all of the ways that structured water helps our cells, immune system, detoxification, hydration and so much more. Be in the know and tune in!

Did you know that our dog’s behavior is affected by health and wellness? Ana Melara chats with me about about how our dogs are sentient, i.e. they have the same capacity as us to feel joy and happiness, as well as negative emotions like fear, pain and sadness. So, how does health and wellness play into our dog’s behavior? How can a change in behavior signal a possible medical condition? How can food and nutrition help our dogs’ mood and effectively their behavior? Learn all of this and more by tuning in!

Let’s face it. Our dogs have accidents in the house (urine, bile, vomit, poo, blood, etc). When it comes to pet messes it’s usually impossible to actually get rid of the stain and the odor. Many products will simply mask the nose-wrinkling smell with powerful (and probably dangerous) fragrances, but they don’t eliminate the odor. What if there was a way to completely clean the stains and the odors naturally? Without the use of toxic chemicals. Julie Holmes is here to share about the science of using bacteria to clean any stain safely and effectively.

Regular maintenance is critical to the comfort and well-being of our dogs. So, what would be considered basic hygiene and how does routine grooming benefit our dogs’ health. Christy Boswell is here to share how helpful regular hygiene improves long term health and how routing care is prevention is so many different areas. Grooming benefits that you might have never thought about. Tune in!

Don’t you agree that we need a strong connection with our dogs, now, more than ever? James Jacobson, Founder of the Dog Podcast Network believes so and in this episode shares his areas of expertise to include: the benefits of meditating with our dogs, how to understand the options and provide the context if you currently are or ever find your dog facing a canine cancer diagnosis and then how to find out if your are a dog lover vs a dog owner. Lots to learn in this one!

In a time where nothing makes sense, more of us are seeking out more natural, holistic, and healthy ways to bring our lives into balance and of course more balance and awareness with our dogs. Want to learn more about healing energies, especially when it comes to our dogs? Lesley Nase is here to explain how she uses shamanic healing techniques along with the science of Quantum energy to better understand our dogs. She even does an exercise to show you how to use your own intuition with your dog so that you're not always looking outside of yourself for the answers. You can start with yourself. Tune in!

We all know what a nuisance fleas and ticks can be, especially when it comes to how they affect our dogs. They are gross, annoying, and potentially harmful to our dogs’ health. But many products aimed at killing and preventing fleas and ticks contain chemicals to not only kill the parasites, but poison the host as well … and that’s your dog! Listen in as Ádám Bacsó shares the hard facts about fleas and ticks, the lifecycle for each, what diseases they can transmit, other health issues they can cause, the problems with pesticides, and the science behind how to prevent fleas & ticks naturally. There are safe treatments!

What is Kindness in Training and how does that differ from reward or positive reinforcement dog training? Gail Green has been training dogs for over 60 years, so she has seen various training methods come and go. And she knows that you and your dog first need mutual respect. Listen in and learn what are the best methods to shape and mold positive behavior. How do we get our dogs to work for something and not against it? Good stuff!

Why are Green Lipped Muscles such a great supplement for joint issues and what makes their fatty acids better than what’s found in fish oils? Learn more about the science, the research, how they are harvested and why not all GLM extracts are the same. Dr. Howie is with us to break it all down and shares all of the proof of why your dog needs this superfood. Listen in!

Is your dog impacted by a condition that impacts their mobility? Maybe they have orthopedic issues including surgery, injury, arthritis or something else. Listen in as Liz Rubenstein shares the treatments and products that actually help as well as the steps to take once we realize that our dog is starting to have mobility issues due to old age or specifically arthritis. Give your dog a new leash on life!

How would you feel if your dog’s leg had to be amputated? Luckily there is an amazing organization Tripawds that is helping all amputee pets. Listen in as we chat with Jim Nelson and Rene Agredano who share the most important things people should know about amputee dogs. We cover the surgery, pain management, weight management and more! And find out how the Tripawds Foundation and Rescue Fund are doing amazing things!

Do you think you know THE biggest mistake when it comes to training your dog? The answer might surprise you. Some of the actions we take are so damaging to dogs, and we have no idea how damaging they are. Doggy Dan will share more about this big mistake, how to correct it, how you can incorporate the Dog Calming Code and how all of this differs from treat training or correction based methods. And learn why your dog so desperately needs you to be a leader in the relationship. Tune in!

Over-vaccinating is a big deal and there are many illnesses that can result from over vaccination. Listen in as Dr. Jodie Gruenstern shares with us the proper way to vaccinate our dogs throughout their lives and why titer testing is so important. Learn what a titer test is and why you should support new state legislation that will accept a protective titer test in lieu of re-vaccination. The old laws are archaic and the science shows that a blood titer test is a safe and effective way to ensure our dogs have the immunity they need without having to continue “routine” vaccinations.

Do all dogs need help from a professional trainer? Are we able to read books or watch videos to help train our dogs?The biggest drawback of do-it-yourself dog training is the potential lost time. If you are fumbling through and trying to figure it out as you go (as most of us are), you stand to lose valuable moments in your dog's life that could be spent reinforcing good behaviors instead of sending mixed and inconsistent messages. Hiring one shouldn’t be considered a reflection of an owner’s failure. Listen in as Louie Torres shares when it’s best to hire training professional who is right for you and your dog.

My guest Sharon Vincuilla has come to realize that beneath the struggles of both dogs with behavior problems and adults with mental illness lie trauma, sensory hypersensitivity, and nervous system dysregulation. Listen to this informative episode to learn how we can support ourselves AND our dogs through trauma recovery, reactive behavior modification and stressful circumstances by learning how to co-regulate with each other. How can we support each other’s nervous systems? Fascinating!

Testifying in court can be a stressful experience for most people and especially children who may be asked to recall traumatic memories. We know about how studies have shown that interacting with a dog can lower stress levels, as well as put people at ease, so having dogs in the courtroom to comfort victims just makes sense. Join me as I interview Kerry Cooke, who shares her experience with this amazing program, what states allow therapy dogs in the courtroom and where we are as a whole with the important legislation needed.

We’ve all heard the old adage, "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" and it certainly holds true when it comes to the health of our dogs. Listen in as Judy Baker shares how we can best address preventative care with our dogs so that they can live a longer, happier life.

While we have had many episodes focusing on CBD for dogs, Alex Kozushin, with his four years of research and development, does an excellent job explaining the functionality and benefits. Many have said that Cannabis is the single most significant new development in veterinary medicine to emerge in at least the last 20 years. Alex agrees and tells us why.

Now more than ever, dog parents are expecting more transparency around pet food ingredients, especially as we are looking at better and cleaner food for ourselves. And many of us are concerned with the increase in pet food recalls. Listen in as Tom Arrix from Get Joy shares what’s happening now and is on the horizon when it comes to fresh dog food.

Many predict that there will be a shortage of traditional animal protein in the coming years and therefore, we have a rising interest in incorporating non-traditional proteins into companion animal diets. Much of this stems from factors related to trends such as pet humanization, functional nutrition and sustainability. Listen in as Chris Green shares not only the importance of protein in a dog’s diet, but what novel proteins are being introduced now and in the future that are beneficial to canine nutrition.

Trick training is not only a fun activity to do with your dog, but has so many physical and mental benefits as well…for both of you! Join me as we learn from the 2021 International Trick Dog Champion, Chrissy Joy, who devotes her time to trick training in real life and in the movies. How can you set your dog up for success with teaching some new tricks? Listen and learn!

We all know that the dog food landscape is literally the Wild West. Dr. Suzee Camilleri, a Veterinary Pathologist helps us navigate to find the best foods for our dogs that will help to prevent disease. Listen and learn. Your dog will thank you!

Wouldn’t it be great to get a monthly reminder to do a wellness check on your dog? Well, it’s here and Jessica Shipman and Chloe DiVita are here to share how this FREE program works and the simple things to check for to make sure your dog is in tip-top shape. Learn how to check your dog from head to tail and be proactive with their health…at home! Listen in!

According to a study from the University of Tennessee’s College of Social Work and the Access to Veterinary Care Coalition, 28% percent of households reported having barriers to veterinary care in the past two years- money being the biggest barrier. Is it possible to have a One Health policy from Capitol Hill that gives incentives for pet-parenting? Even for underserved families? Yes, and Dr. Michael Blackwell is sharing about how AlignCare is changing the face of veterinary care for all!

For people in chronic emotional, physical, or spiritual pain, adopting a dog can transform, and even save, their lives. Listen in as Carol Novello chats with us about all of the ways that dogs can make us healthier and happier. And learn about her amazing program, Mutual Rescue, helping shelters, rescues, volunteers, people and the dogs themselves. A win-win for all!

More than 70% of dogs suffer from anxiety or fear. How can we make their world easier to manage and change their behavior to be less reactive? My guest Sarah Jones, Founder of My Anxious Dog helps us to understand the real fear and anxiety that many dogs have and how to help create an environment for our pups that meets them where they are. Do you have fearful, aggressive or anxious dog? Tune in!

What does special guest Larry Kay mean that dog tricks save lives? Larry is a best-selling and award-winning dog author and dog filmmaker, so he’s going to share how even training your dog to do tricks will enrich both of your lives. And we’ll talk about how tricks are saving shelter dogs too! Isn’t it time for a uplifting discussion?

Stem cell therapy has come a long way and is a regenerative medicine used to treat osteoarthritis, as well as other injuries, to bones, joints, tendons and spinal cords. Our dogs can benefit as well. Dr. Mike Hutchinson is the pioneer in using stem cell therapy in veterinary medicine. He’s a highly sought-after speaker at national and international veterinary conferences on the uses of animal stem cells and has performed more than 1000 Adipose-Derived Stem Cell procedures on dogs, cats, horses, camels and a bird, among his 20,000 surgeries in 35 years of practicing veterinary medicine. You MUST listen in to learn about how this very simple treatment can help heal your dog.

Your dog is intuitive, and is sensitive to your moods and reactions. Tune in as Dr. Melissa Walker shares some fascinating information on how our energy affects our dog's health, the studies that have been done, how certain emotions directly affect their organs and what we can do to make sure we are giving stress and anxiety relief to our dogs. Remember, your behavior has a significant impact on their peace of mind and quality of life.

There is no doubt that the pet industry continues to grow and more and more amazing products are hitting the market every single day. Savvy pet parents are always on the lookout for new items that will benefit the health and well-being on their dogs. So, what is on the horizon for new canine innovations? Join me as I interview expert Faz Bashi about the exciting products that will help your dog to thrive.