Happy Dog Podcast

"You shouldn't feel bad about the choices you're making for your dog... but who you take advice from or learn from really matters." -Cory from Dogly Mom and daughter duo Cory and Jane are the brains behind Dogly.com, a place where dog-people can shop for natural products and learn from hand-selected experts in their Advocate Communities. They wanted to create a place online where dog parents can go for trustworthy information from people who have the credentials to give this type of advice. The Advocate Communities have experts in dog training, nutrition, wellness, holistic veterinarians, and more! As social media becomes more and more toxic (in my opinion), I really appreciate everything Dogly offers to dog parents. In this podcast episode, Cory and I chat about bad info being spread on the internet and in Facebook groups, and how Dogly eliminates the spread of misinformation. Learn more about Dogly and all it offers in this podcast episode! Freebie to listeners! Join my free Dogly slack group by clicking here. To try out Dogly for free use code FREEMONTH for my community :) dogly.com/holisticpetwellness

I want to start doing shorter tip based podcast episodes in between longer interviews or solo episodes. So! Here is the first tip on using herbal oils with dogs. These herbal oil medicines (as they're traditionally called) are something I have really enjoyed using and experimenting with over the last year. My dogs have loved having them rubbed on their paws or used as a carrier oil for essential oils during a massage or aromatherapy session. Herbal oils are totally safe for dogs and carry a light scent. Learn more about why and how I use them. You can even make them yourself! I currently sell a few herbal oils in my shop at shop.holisticpetwellness.co

Jenny Efimova is a brilliant dog trainer out of Boston, MA. She owns the company, Dogminded, and is a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner and Fear Free Certified Training Professional. What makes Jenny so different in her approach to dog training? She takes the whole dog into account. I can't tell you how refreshing Jenny's approach to dog training is. If you struggle with your dog's behavior in some way or another, I urge you to give this episode a listen as we also discuss in-depth how to approach training from the dog's perspective. Routed in compassion and science, Jenny works diligently to provide dog owners with the right kind of training tools and education to help both dog and owner thrive together. Show Notes:  dogmindedboston.com Dogminded Instagram Dogminded Facebook   My shop: shop.holisticpetwellness.co Ways to Listen: Follow & Listen on Spotify Subscribe & Listen on iTunes Subscribe & Listen on Google Play Listen on the Libsyn Podcast Page If you’ve benefitted from any of the podcast episodes, please click here and leave me a review!

It's been really hard for me to put out there in words what has been going on after we got Izzy's skin cancer diagnosis. I couldn't figure out how to talk about it and needed to take a step back. So it's been a bit since I've released an episode. This was not easy for me to talk about, I still struggle with the fact that she was even diagnosed with skin cancer. But, I wanted to share what happened after the surgery, what we've been doing as her treatment, and about the passion project we've launched.  Here's where you can shop for the apparel & accessories: shop.holisticpetwellness.co 30% of Net Proceeds Benefit Canine Cancer Research with the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Foundation!

If you're interested in dog health and wellness then at some point you've probably heard the word microbiome. The microbiome is critical to human and pet health, and overall longevity. In this episode, I talk to two microbiome experts, Aashish and Ryan, who are leading important microbiome testing and research at NomNomNow. This episode is FULL of information that is critical to our pet's health including how fresh foods are beneficial to them. This episode is basically a free pet microbiome seminar from the experts at the forefront of this amazing research! **ALSO NomNomNow recently released microbiome testing kits and I'll have a way for you to get one for your pet for only $10 (normally $160), be sure you're subscribed to my email list so you don't miss the opportunity.** More on the amazing guests: Dr. Aashish Jha is the Director of Bioinformatics at NomNomNow and is passionate about integrating data science and genomics to address pressing challenges in medicine and biology, including the gut microbiome and its effect on health. He received his BA in Molecular and Cellular Biology from UC Berkeley in 2007, Ph.D. in Human Genetics from The University of Chicago in 2015, and completed his postdoctoral research at Stanford University. Dr. Ryan Honaker is the Director of Microbiology at NomNomNow and an expert in microbiome manipulation, infection therapeutics, and microbial community profiling. He achieved his Ph.D from the University of Colorado, Denver, and was a post-doctoral fellow in the Dept. of Microbiology and Immunology at Stanford University.

Michelle Naumovski is a passionate English Bulldog mom on a mission to educate other bulldog parents on the dangerous of overmedicating, over-vaccinating, and using heavy chemicals after she lost her late dog Tyson from misuse of drugs and overmedicating. After Michelle listened to everything her former veterinarian told her to do for Tyson's care, including constant use of steroids, antibiotics, vaccines, procedures, etc. etc., Tyson developed an illness due to overuse of medications. Michelle has been through so much and therefore speaks from a personal and passionate standpoint in order to help fellow English Bulldog pet parents. Even if you don't have an English Bulldog, I urge you to listen to Michelle speak - she is inspirational and now is caring for her dog Howie from a holistic standpoint after everything she's been through. Show Notes:  Website: mayortysonbulldog.com Instagram: instagram.com/mayortysonbulldog Facebook: www.facebook.com/mayortysonbulldog

Amanda Ree is the founder of Sama Dog, a Canine Wellbeing Practitioner and speaker. As a master educator of Ayurveda, Meditation and Yoga with Dr. Deepak Chopra since 2006, Amanda has taught people from around the world how to live healthier, more natural, spiritual lives. Now, the healing wisdom includes our dog friends too! Ayurveda is such a fascinating and honestly practical way to understand our animals and look for imbalances within them. In this episode, you'll learn about the three different doshas Vata, Pitta and Kapha and how these doshas can translate to how we care for, feed and live with our dogs. Here's a sneak peek of the doshas from Sama Dog's website: Vata Body/Mind Type has the qualities of dry, light and mobile. When in balance, dogs are energetic, active and especially social. When out of balance, this can manifest as weight loss, arthritis and lacking appetite. Behaviorally, an excess of Vata can present itself as anxiety, fear or hyperactivity. If your pup is shy, insecure or anxious, his Vata might be imbalanced.   Pitta Body/Mind Type  is marked by being hot, sharp and moist. When Pitta is in balance, dogs are focused, attentive and purposeful. When out of balance, excess Pitta can create digestive disorders, rashes and other skin problems. Mental evidence of Pitta imbalance will show as aggression, intense behavior, jealousy or over-reactivity.   Kapha Body/Mind Type is represented as heavy, stable and consistent. When in balance, Kapha is reliable, strong and has great stamina. But when too much Kapha is accumulated, stagnation, lethargy or possessive behavior can show up. In the mind, it might be expressed as withdrawal, laziness, and difficulty accepting change. A four-legged friend with bad breath or some body odor may also be Kapha imbalanced. Amanda also shares her journey into Ayurveda and founding Sama Dog along with her own dog's transformation using Ayurveda.     Show Notes:  Sama Dog Dosha Quiz: samadog.com/quiz Sama Dog Website: www.samadog.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/samadogwellbeing Instagram: www.instagram.com/sama_dog_wellbeing Sama Dog Youtube Channel Twitter: twitter.com/samadogwell

As caregivers to dogs, we can often put their needs first. Especially if you have multiple dogs or work with dogs daily it can be easy to put yourself last. Holistic pet wellness will be really hard to practice if you aren't practicing your own wellness. Trust me, the day I decided to put my wellness on the same pedestal as my dogs it benefitted them in more ways than I can count.  'My dogs eat better than I do' isn't necessarily how it should be. I used to have that mantra and I was also struggling and didn't feel well. If you want to learn how I made my own wellness just as much a priority as my dogs then this episode is for you! And no, I'm not giving you a spiel on running because I hate running ;)

After 8 years as a Vet Tech in a western veterinary practice, Marney pursued a path to study natural nutrition for small animals and Traditional Chinese food therapy. By combining the knowledge from all these sources, Marney has been able to create healing, whole food products to help rebalance pets and promote healthier, happier and longer lives. Learn more about Marney's approach to holistic food in this episode! Side by Side Pet has locations in Chicago, IL and Telluride, CO!  Show Notes:Side by Side Pet: sidebysidepet.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sidebysidepet Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidebysidepet/  Ways to Listen: Subscribe & Listen on iTunes Subscribe & Listen on Google Play Listen on the Libsyn Podcast Page

Welcome to Season 2 of the podcast! I'm excited to share some amazing new episodes with fabulous guests. The first guest is Kathleen Prasad! One day, Kathleen Prasad received a Reiki treatment to help her overcome her own anxiety and it changed her life forever. She went on to become a Reiki practitioner and focused her work on changing the lives of animals in need at shelters. A Reiki practitioner for over 20 years, Kathleen teaches and shares the healing benefits of Reiki meditation for animals and their caregivers. She is the founder of Animal Reiki Source and president of the Shelter Animal Reiki Association (SARA). Kathleen has created the Let Animals Lead™ method of Animal Reiki, based on traditional Japanese Reiki techniques and thousands of hours of Animal Reiki experience in the field.  Learn more about this transformative healing modality and how it can help you and your animals! Show Notes:Animal Reiki Source: www.AnimalReikiSource.com Shelter Animal Reiki Association: www.ShelterAnimalReikiAssociation.org Ways to Listen: Subscribe & Listen on iTunes Subscribe & Listen on Google Play Listen on the Libsyn Podcast Page

"I look at buying raw food for some of the dogs in rescue the same way I look at having to buy medication or taking them to the vet"  Hillary Rosen, the founder of A Purposeful Rescue in Los Angeles, is the wave of the future when it comes to dog rescue. Hillary rescues some of the neediest dogs I've seen, and I've been working in rescue for a long time. She primarily focuses on senior and medical needs dogs. Anything from autoimmune issues to severe malnourishment - she has some amazing before and after photos of the dog's she's saved. What makes her different, and amazing might I add, is that she approaches veterinary care for the dogs by using food as medicine.  The world of shelter medicine is a much different type of medicine than a holistic approach. Shelter medicine includes overvaccination, early spay/neuter, poor diet, extremely stressful conditions, minimal supportive care, etc... and I don't fault rescues at all. Cost is a major factor when you're a non-profit organization and saving as many lives as you can is the goal. However, when an advocate like Hillary comes around who works tirelessly to approach the whole dog despite the uphill battle of rescue bill costs, this is something to be shared because it can be done!  This episode will give you insight into A Purposeful Rescue and how Hillary rescues dogs giving them support with raw diets, alternative holistic care - and more! Show Notes: A Purposeful Rescue: www.apurposefulrescue.org/ A Purposeful Rescue Instagram: www.instagram.com/apurposefulrescue/ A Purposeful Rescue Facebook: www.facebook.com/A-Purposeful-Rescue-597589450294260/

We all know how amazing it feels to get a massage or visit the chiropractor, well, the same goes for our dogs! The benefits of getting your dog a massage or bodywork treatment are many and can help with arthritis, post-surgery strengthening, regaining range of motion and so much more. In this episode, I talk to Dr. Barbara who I studied under to receive my Canine Myo-manipulative Functional Therapy Certification. We discuss her journey to study chiropractic and massage with animals and how she is now teaching others. We also discuss the many benefits your dog (or horse or cat) can receive from these alternative techniques! Show Notes:  Dr. Barbara's School: www.holisticanimalstudies.org On Facebook: facebook.com/AngelsAnimalsHolisticCareandSeminars In Northwest Chicago? Book a massage session for your dog with me: holisticpetwellness.co/bodywork/

As a certified Animal Aromatherapist, I am dedicated to using essential oils safely with animals. Some would be shocked to know that is actually unpopular with a lot of the mainstream essential oil users. I approach using essential oils with animals from a place of helping as many animals as possible through the use of aromatherapy, and that means doing so safely and effectively. If you aren't being safe about dilution, avoiding internal use, and other factors I discuss in this podcast episode, then you might not be getting effective results and ultimately causing more damage than good.  For reference, dogs have highly sensitive systems and we have to respect that! Dogs have 300 million olfactory receptors in their noses whereas humans only have about six million. The area of a dog's brain that analyzes smells is also about 40 times greater than ours. Using essential oils safely around dogs (and all other animals) should be utilized not only as a measure of caution but respect to our animals. Learn more about this topic in this solo podcast episode! Show Notes:  National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy: https://naha.org/ Statement from IFPA: https://ifparoma.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Statement-on-Internal-Neat-Use-of-Essential-Oils.pdf Statement from AIA: https://www.alliance-aromatherapists.org/aromatherapy-safety My Apawthecary with blends for your dog or horse: shop.holisticpetwellness.co

Part two of episode six covers many topics that might help pet parents connect more with their dogs from a heart-centered place. We discuss cellular memory and how it impacts our dog's lives. The theory of cellular memory states that memories and personality traits are not only stored in the brain but also potentially in organs such as the heart. This impact of cellular memory is how Caroline (and myself) approach dog behavior. As referenced in the podcast episode, cellular memory is something the Institute of HeartMath has studied and been able to measure. Learn more about this fascinating, transformative and healing work in this part two episode! Show Notes: HeartMath Institute: www.heartmath.org Caroline's Website, Spiritual Dog Trainer: thespiritualdogtrainer.com Caroline's Facebook: facebook.com/lovewoofandwonder Caroline's Instagram: instagram.com/spiritualdogs

"We take on our dog and vice versa" In this episode, I talk to the Spiritual Dog Trainer, Caroline Griffith, about the energy and hearts of our dogs. The biggest takeaway I've had working with Caroline and attending her USA Canine Flow retreat was how much my dogs truly have picked up on my anxieties, constant mode of thinking I need to do something, and more. I share what I found out about myself because of Izzy at the retreat.  Also mentioned is this surprising fact. Did you know the animal with the largest heart-to-body-mass ratio is the dog? There is so much to explore about our dog's hearts and emotions and how our dogs are directly affected by our emotions. Learn more about this in part one of this episode. Part two will be released next week! Show Notes Your Dog is Your Mirror by Kevin Behan: https://amzn.to/2Efc7n8 Caroline's Website, Spiritual Dog Trainer: thespiritualdogtrainer.com Caroline's Facebook: facebook.com/lovewoofandwonder Caroline's Instagram: instagram.com/spiritualdogs  

"How should I transition my dog to a raw diet?" I get asked this question all the time and my answer is one that might surprise you. While I do advocate for raw diets, they might not be the best for every single dog and I explain why. That's why my answer to the transition question isn't a simple one. I hope this solo episode helps you re-think how you should approach your dog's diet and look at food a bit differently as well.  Show Notes 0226 Dietary manipulation of canine and feline gut microbiome: https://academic.oup.com/jas/article-abstract/94/suppl_5/107/4765940 Toddler temperament could be influenced by different types of gut bacteria: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/05/150527091438.htm Gut microbiota’s effect on mental health: The gut-brain axis: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5641835/  

I talk to Billy Hoekman, Nutrition Science Director, for Answers Pet Food - a company that is changing the pet food industry with their raw, fermented pet food that is sourced more sustainably than most human grade food. If you want to learn more about nutrition for your dog from a highly respected commercial raw food company, this episode is for you. Answers is at the forefront of the raw food revolution and are continuing to be pioneers in the industry with new ways of giving our pets the best sustainably sourced food. We talk about all this and more like the no chemical wash Answers has developed for their food safety standards, and we talk about food safety in general when it comes to raw food. Billy also answers the question 'what is the one thing we can add to our dog's diet tomorrow that will immediately help improve their health?' Billy also shares what he's learned from owning a dog who came from a puppy mill and how his dog's health transformed his own life.    All this and more in the episode!   Show Notes: Answers Website Answers Academy Answers Facebook Page

Dr. Francisco Maia is the owner and founder of The K9PT in Chicago that focuses on helping senior dogs improve their independence with daily activities, so they can live their golden years without the need to rely on pain medication. We talk about what makes a happy dog at any stage of life and how his work as a canine physical therapist impacts not only aging dogs but also their human companions. Oftentimes an aging dog means stress on the human caretaker. You see your dog unable to walk like they used to or be in pain. Francisco comes in and focuses on the whole dog's physical condition to improve their lives and ultimately ease the pet parents stress. This is a great episode for anyone with a special needs dog, aging dog or who wants to learn about the career of a canine physical therapist! Show Notes The K9PT: http://www.thek9pt.com Keepin’ Them Cozy: Home Environment Changes for Senior Dogs: https://www.thek9pt.com/2018/09/13/home-environment-changes-senior-dogs/ Canine Rehabilitation: Putting the “Fun” in “Functional”: https://www.thek9pt.com/2018/10/31/canine-rehabilitation-putting-the-fun-in-functional/ Lt. Dan Blog Post: https://www.thek9pt.com/2018/09/17/lt-dan-and-my-true-calling/ Francisco's Massage Course: k9massageandwellness.com - use code happydog for 20% off!

I talk to Kayla Kemp who founded Winks & Whiskers, a pet parent apparel company. Kayla, her dog Sadie, and husband Eric live on the road fulltime in the cutest RV. Kayla also took the plunge and began feeding Sadie a raw diet after she'd had enough of Sadie showing no interest in kibble, and researching the perils of the commercial pet food industry. Learn how Kayla feeds one-eyed rescue lab mix a raw diet from their cozy RV! Show notes:  Premade Raw Consultation: https://diydogmom.com/rawdogfoodmeals/ Winks & Whiskers Website: http://www.winksandwhiskers.com/ Winks & Whiskers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/winksandwhiskers/ Camping with the Kemps Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/campingwiththekemps/

Are my dogs happy? I ask myself this question all the time. In this first episode, I talk about how I got the idea for this podcast while I was driving in the car with my dog, Izzy, and asked myself a major life question. Ultimately, I know all pet parents just want to see their dogs happy - how did we get here worrying about these little creatures 24/7? I'll tell you how I did and we'll explore what it means to have a happy dog and how this all relates to the holistic lifestyle I live with my dogs.  Show notes Wellness Services: https://diydogmom.com/canine-wellness-services/