We are quickly approaching flea and tick season, so now is the time to put a plan in place to naturally remain flea free! In today's episode, we'll cover: - The life cycle of a flea - Why you want to avoid traditional flea and tick "meds" - What to do if you find fleas on your pet - The #1 BEST way to naturally keep your pet flea free I hope this can you and your pets this year and every year to come! Links: Dr. Becker's blog: https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/flea-season animalEO: https://anim...

Erin Scott is the host of the Believe In Dog podcast and co-host of The Alternative Dog Moms podcast. Her unique spin on stories of dogs and their humans gives us all the feels and I'm here for it. If ever you need a reminder of just how incredible dogs are, and how they change the world through us, Erin has a full lineup of shows for you. Get Erin's Dog Health Journal bundle here: https://www.hugsandbellyrubs.com/doghealthjournal Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https...

It's true, not all dog trainers are created equally, and I'm proud to be a positive reinforcement trainer. There are reasons why I choose positive reinforcement training, and even with the emerging "balanced training" trainers, I still choose positive reinforcement. If you're looking for dog training, this is something you'll want to know about in order to choose a trainer that resonates best with you. Today, I'll explain what balanced training is, and why I still choose positi...

We adopted our dog, Kimberly, from Dog Rescue Without Borders over 6 years ago now. Meeting Elsa and volunteering to help with the rescue helped to remind me just how much we all need reminders of what life is like for those who rescue. In today's episode, Elsa tells us about how DRWB started, how they operate to continue helping dogs in need, and how you can help. Yes, YOU! Regardless of where you live, you can help these dogs too. Learn more and check out the dogs for adoption through DRWB ...

I have had many people contacting me lately about dog training for dogs that have small children in the home. For some reason, people seem to think that dogs should allow children to do whatever they want to them. If you can't already tell, this has me quite upset and it has been heavy on my heart so I needed to get it off of my chest. In this episode, I give the honest truth of the matter, regardless of how people may take it. I also give you a list of appropriate interactions to teach your c...

We've talked about some things that are popular in traditional veterinary medicine that should be avoided. Still, today's guest has some insight into a different danger that we all need to be aware of before taking our pet to the veterinarian's office. Dr. Josie Beug joins me today to discuss a crisis in veterinary medicine, and it may even be something that you've experienced with your pet. Plus, if you're like me, having to make a trip to the emergency room with my pet is one of my ...

The food and treats that we feed our pets matter… but it’s more than just feeding fresh foods, we also need to be aware of the SOURCING of those foods, including how they are raised. Susanna Domosi is the founder of Furever Love Clubs company dedicated to providing you with transparent sourcing of the highest quality treats and chews for your dogs. I’m more than a fan, I’m also a customer and Kim is a FANATIC when it comes to the treats we get from FLC. In today’s episode, we ch...

If you're as obsessed with your pet's health as I am, then you're going to LOVE this special episode. I'm excited to announce that I am hosting a new podcast along with Pam Roussell from Purrrfectly Holistic and Janet Cesarini from Pupology that's called . . . PET HEALTH JUNKIES Listen to the trailer and give the new show a follow. Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https://jessicalfisher.com/product-category/holistic-pet-health-nutrition/ 💜...

What do you look for in a dog trainer? What makes one stand out above the rest? When you seek information online, who resonates with you the most? I've been asking myself this question for a while now, and while you may have already known this about me, I'm finally ready to put nutrition front and center in my dog training. The effects that health has on behavior are becoming more well-documented and as a dog trainer, it has to be the first thing we work on with a new client. This is the shif...

There is a shocking new trend in veterinary medicine: methadone. Yes, methadone, almost exclusively used in the rehabilitation of heroin addicts, has found a new home in veterinary medicine. But should it be there? Dr. Josie Beug doesn't think so. Her recent musing on the topic, including medication cocktails that are becoming the norm in veterinary medicine, is quite alarming. As a pet parent, having knowledge BEFORE you walk into a veterinarian's office is critical in asking the right quest...

According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, almost HALF of dogs over the age of ten will develop cancer … and this number is RISING every year. As a dog mom, this is a scary thought. On today’s episode, I got to chat with a very special human who spends every waking moment possible helping people and their pets with a cancer diagnosis and encouraging diet and lifestyle changes for prevention. More than once in today’s episode, he brought up factors to health that are so often ove...

For some of us, treats for our dogs are an afterthought. For others of us, we put as much thought and care into the treats we pick for our dogs as we do the foods we feed. Wherever you fall on the spectrum of treat purchasers, Samm from Bear’s Bites has some helpful tips for you! Samm founded Bear’s Bites when she struggled to find healthy treats for her dogs with food allergies. You may be in the same boat. All of our dogs deserve the best treats, but for those of us dealing with sensitivi...

I recently got back from a trip to Italy where I got the virus that we can't talk about. In today's episode, we're chatting about the dogs in Italy, and two other topics to help you and your pets: mushrooms and HPP foods. Mushrooms are all the rage right now in the pet parent community, and for good reason. Different varieties of mushrooms help with different ailments, but many of them have properties that can help everyone on a cellular level. Is the food you're feeding ...

Social media is confusing and often overwhelming, especially for us pet parents. Our attention spans are decreasing and the platforms are pushing for shorter and shorter forms of content. For a creator, especially in the healthy pet space, it can be challenging to get across a complete thought in 60 seconds, but we have to in order to get seen. So, what do you do as a pet parent? How are you supposed to consume this type of content and actually learn something to help your pet? I have t...

Our cats can be very sneaky at hiding when they don’t feel well, but there are some symptoms that they can’t hide and many of them are signs of IBD, or irritable bowel disease. We are seeing more and more cats diagnosed with this cluster of symptoms they call IBD and for many, it can be devastating. Symptoms like weight loss, vomiting, diarrhea, decreased appetite, lethargy, and abdominal pain can all be signs of IBD. I’ve personally dealt with IBD in multiple cats, so I know how devastating i...

It's ironic that we have so much information at our fingertips, yet, we are as confused as ever. What's the best food to feed my dog? What kind of cat litter is best? Should I give my pet this drug, or is there something better, or a natural alternative? It can be so confusing to be a pet parent today, so I wanted to take this opportunity for a solo episode where I dive into becoming a more confident pet parent in the face of the confusing world of social media and science ideology we live i...

We talk a lot about WHAT to feed your pet, but how often have you thought about HOW to feed your pet? Today, we’re talking with Carol Smeja from Mine Pet Platter about the BEST way to feed your animal, and why (and how) it makes a difference to their health and wellbeing. In many ways, how you feed IS just as important as what you feed! What will be discussed: 1. How your animal’s mealware can positively - or negatively - impact their mood, appetite, and stress levels 2. Why science s...

There have certainly been times when walking into a pet store, let alone a healthy pet store, has been overwhelming. Whether I just didn’t know what to get because my cat or dog was sick, or I knew I wanted something better for food but the labels were confusing. That’s why I’m so glad that there are more and more healthy pet store owners and pet advocates out there to help. Krysta Fox and Jeff DiRe own Pug and Hound Apothecary in Illinois and along with their instafamous pug Bruce, they are h...

Chances are, you've been to the vet a few times with your dog or cat. You may have noticed that lots of different ailments such as diarrhea, ear infections, itchy skin, etc., seem to get similar treatments. Antibiotics, maybe antinausea, pain meds, and sometimes steroids. Immune suppressors are also often given for chronic itchy skin. There is a crisis in veterinary medicine in the United States. Opioids and antibiotics are heavily overprescribed. Some prescriptions have been proven ine...

I've heard it all. My dog is stubborn. I've tried everything. My dog is different. In today's episode, we'll talk about the 1 thing that you need for dog training to be successful. Do this and you and your dog will love training and excel and it! Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https://jessicalfisher.com/product-category/holistic-pet-health-nutrition/ 💜 Follow Jessica on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thepetparentingreset/ 📩 Get email notifications for new episod...

WOW! What a show Super Zoo was! It was my first year attending and I was blown away by how big the show floor was, all the new products, and emerging brands, and just how wonderful the people of the pet community are. Getting to meet the people I've been friends with online for years was incredible, but I brought back so much information for YOU and this episode is a recap of what you need to know and what to be looking for in the pet market coming up. Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic H...

Dr. Katie Woodley is an expert holistic veterinarian and founder of The Natural Pet Doctor who is passionate about integrating Eastern into Western medicine to help pets achieve optimal health and vibrancy by utilizing nutrition, acupuncture, and herbal medicine. She loves partnering with pet parents to provide guidance and specialized care to help their pets live their best lives through online programs and ebooks, consultations, and webinars so that they can thrive rather than just survive. I...

Big pet food. The FDA. AAFCO. Let's explore the confusing world of pet food and pet food labeling. Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https://jessicalfisher.com/product-category/holistic-pet-health-nutrition/ 💜 Follow Jessica on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thepetparentingreset/ 📩 Get email notifications for new episodes: https://jessicalfisher.kartra.com/page/tpprnotify

There are lots of wonderful, fresh foods that are safe to feed to our cats and dogs, but should we? Let's chat about feeding the animal in front of you and not throwing everything in the bowl just becasue we can. Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https://jessicalfisher.com/product-category/holistic-pet-health-nutrition/ 💜 Follow Jessica on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thepetparentingreset/ 📩 Get email notifications for new episodes: https://jessicalfisher.kartra....