205. How to Raise a Healthy Puppy Naturally
Bre Drake opens up about back-to-back cancer losses and how she rebounded by partnering with a truly natural-rearing breeder to raise her new puppy from day one. You’ll hear the unfiltered reality of grief, the exact protocols she used to nurture resilience in a young dog, and how she built a thriving social-media community around holistic pet health coaching. Tune in for real-world tips on sourcing a breeder, early-life nutrition and environment, and turning personal tragedy into expertise that can save other pets’ lives.
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Bre Drake
Dog Mom/Certified Holistic Pet Health Coach
Bre's deep love for her dogs has always defined her life. At any cost, she makes sure her dogs are included in her and her husband’s travels, fishing expeditions, boating adventures, walks on the farm and in the woods — her dogs’ happiness fuels her happiness. For years, she followed conventional practices, believing she was doing the best for them. However, her perspective shifted in 2023 when Ann, her 11-year-old golden retriever, began showing signs of arthritis. Her conventional vet prescribed pain pills for daily use, but Bre sought a better way, one that addressed the root cause rather than just the symptoms.
This search led her to a vet certified in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCVM), where she was introduced to a holistic approach to pet care. The vet’s thoroughness and focus on Ann’s overall well-being was a revelation for Bre. This experience ignited her passion for holistic dog care, and within a month of switching Ann and her younger dog, Skip, to a fresh food diet, she noticed a remarkable transformation. Both dogs were happier, more energetic, and healthier. Inspired by this success, Bre began sharing her experiences with others.
In April 2024, Bre faced a new challenge when Ann was diagnosed with oral cancer. The prognosis was grim, with an expected survival of only 2-3 months. Determined to explore every option, Bre connected with a holistic veterinarian she had heard on a podcast. Through natural treatments, Ann not only survived but thrived, living a high-quality life for nine months post-diagnosis without any pharmaceuticals. Sad… Read More