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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 a fearful, aggressive or anxious dog? Tune in!
Read MoreStress 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.
Read MoreOver-vaccinating is a big deal and there are many illnesses that can result from over vaccination. Listen in as Dr. Jodie 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.
Read MoreMany 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.
Read MoreWe 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!
Read MoreWouldn’t it be great to get a gentle 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!
Read MoreMany people don’t have a clear understanding of the different methods of resolution available to them, so they resort to litigation. When it comes to disputes involving your dog, what is the best way to handle the situation? How do we gain listening skills and language to address conflict so that the winner in the end is the dog? And how do we prepare if something happens to us? Who cares for our dog? Let’s break it down with Debra Hamilton.
Who are your typical clients? What disputes are they having over their dogs?
Read MoreI’m so excited to be chatting with fellow podcaster and influencer, Tori Mistick, who shares how we can all spend less time working and more time with our dogs. There are SO many ways that we can include them in our daily lives, in so many activities and can even travel with them. There is no doubt that Tori will teach you a new way to interact with your dog and she even shares tips on how to start a business or side gig in the pet industry. Our dogs have so much to teach us about life and we should definitely take their cues. Listen in! ❤️🐾
Read MoreAccording to Washington State University, an estimated 100,000 dogs are diagnosed with Cushing’s disease in the United States every year. So, this is a pretty common disease where our dogs’ adrenal glands produce too much of the stress hormone, cortisol. Join us as Dr. Zac Pilossoph shares the causes, the different types, how it is usually treated with conventional medicine and how CBD is successfully being used in the treatment of Cushing’s. This is pretty much brand new science that is showing encouraging benefits. Listen and learn!
Read MoreHow many times have you helped your dog battle a disease or other health issue? How do you keep all of the paperwork together from all of their labs, treatments and vet visits? Erin Scott shares her idea of keeping a dog health journal and how documenting and accessing important information can actually save your dog’s life.
Read MoreToday we are joined by Hernando Umana, Co-owner of CBD DOG Health, who is going to share why your vet won't talk to you about CBD.
I know that many of us pet owners have been frustrated at our vet’s lack of interest or experience on the topic of CBD oil. In fact, it seems like everyone is talking about CBD – except veterinarians! Why is it so taboo? How do we start the conversation with our vet? What regulations are in place? How can we be confident in buying quality CBD products for our dogs? Listen in! Your dog will thank you.
Read MoreDid you know that lipomas found on your dog are a sign of toxic overload? Canine Herbalist Rita Hogan is here to share why some dogs get lipomas, what they are and the protocols to treat lipomas safely and effectively. Listen and learn! Your dog will thank you.
Read MoreHere today to chat about why fresh feeding is the most critical factor in your dog's health and longevity and the way to convince you of that is Dr. Conor Brady, author of the recent book that is in my mind the new raw feeding bible, Feeding Dogs. Dr. Brady is a dedicated advocate for natural canine food and health. Listen in as Dr. Brady provides the studies and science behind fresh feeding.
Read MoreHello dog lovers! Thanks for tuning in to another informative episode of the Wag Out Loud pawdcast! Today we have my friend and fan of the show, Stephanie Cassidy who is going to cover Paws off Xylitol and her experience with this toxic ingredient! What do Dentyne, Mentos, Trident, Juicy Fruit, kid-favorite Airheads, and Hershey’s Ice Breakers all have in common? they all contain Xylitol, the number two cause of all dog poisonings after chocolate. What can we do so that our dogs don’t become a statistic?
Read MoreI’m so excited to be chatting with Emily O’Neil. Emily is mom to Flynn, a 5-year-old Border Collie, as well as host for the podcast Dogs are the Best Friends where guests share stories about their best friends and Emily shares some hard earned wisdom on training and care. Emily and Flynn are about to travel in their tiny home on wheels to see her birth parents who she just found in the summer of 2019. She is sharing her story and travels on her YouTube channel: Emily O'Neil. Listen is as Emily shares her journey and what she’s learned from the three dogs in her life about how to tackle health issues and set your dog up for success when it comes to health and wellness.
Read MoreThe fact is that dogs are affected by more forms of cancer compared to other companion animals. According to The Veterinary Cancer Society, cancer is the leading cause of death in 47% of dogs, especially dogs over age ten. What natural treatments can be used to either slow down or eliminate common forms of canine cancer?
Angela, the topic of Canine Cancer hits really close to home for you. What has your experience been with your dogs’ cancer?
Read MoreJoin Dr. Kimberley Khodakhah and I as we discuss The Scoop on Poop. We cover GI health, common diseases, prevention and supplements.bbSince we are always picking up after our pups, we therefore are always checking out our dog’s poop. And Poop is such a key indication of our dog’s health. Listen and learn! Your dog will thank you!
Read MoreSo much has changed in the world because of the pandemic. Though dog adoptions were up this past year, our relationships with our dogs have been different. Now that parts of the world are coming out of lockdown, how to we set our dogs up for success when it comes to their health and wellness? Dr. Marty Greer, author of Your Pandemic Puppy shares how. Listen and learn!
Read MoreDo you know that there is a better way to feed your dog? One that promotes the ultimate feeding experience for them and naturally slows down your dog’s eating routine? We’ve been feeding the wrong way all along. It’s time to ditch the bowl. Listen and learn why with our guest Carol Smeja.
Read MoreWe can all agree that losing our beloved dogs is absolutely heart wrenching. Listen and learn as we chat with Jeffrey Masson, author of Lost Companions: Reflections on the Death of Pets about the psychology around grieving when our dogs have passed.
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