Dr. Carol Smeja is the creator of The MINE Pet Platter, which is the platter I have been using for Kim for about a year and a half now. We spend so much time talking about WHAT to feed our pets and rarely ever talk about HOW to feed our pets, though it has a huge impact! I love getting deep into the science and psychology of animals, especially when it comes to feeding them. Carol helps us dive in even deeper! This is a spotlight episode that highlights the core of Carol's previous interview ...

I'd love to be more outdoorsy and adventurous but that's just not the season of life I'm in, so when I can bring in another person who IS adventurous with her dogs, of course, I'll make sure to get all the dirty details for you! Kara Hanrahan of Raw Paw Adventures takes her 3 big dogs hiking and off-roading and camping and anything else she and her husband think up! There are lots of extra considerations when bringing pets along, and she gives us all of her tips and tricks - plus some mishaps ...

After recording this episode, I had the pleasure of meeting Betsy Redmond and the team at Innovative Pet Lab at AHVMA and I just can't say enough great things about them and the work they are doing! First of all, they are so dang smart and they truly want to make it easy and affordable to bring these testing kits to you and your pets. As a pet health coach, I can take information and symptoms of your dog and infer that they likely have leaky gut, but these test kits and tell you for sure based...

It's the end of spooky season but we can't let it pass by without a throwback to the wonderful Layla Morgan Wilde explaining all about the myth surrounding black cats! I always think of the line from the movie Hocus Pocus "black cats, and witches and stuff!" ... but that's actually the farthest thing from the truth. Many ancient societies saw black cats as LUCKY! Enjoy the throw back episode and HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https://jessicalfi...

It is so common for us to get stuck in a cycle of going back to the vet for the same problems, getting prescribed medications, finding some relief for a period of time, but winding up right back in the vets' office for the same thing. It's a huge problem and one that our current sick care system is not equipped to deal with. That's where pet health coaches come in. We take what your veterinarian gives you and bridge the gap to health with modalities that our veterinarians are not trained in. ...

I get more questions surrounding CBD and medicinal - or functional - mushrooms for dogs than any other topic covered on the show. That's why I'm so excited to have Sean Zyers from Earth Buddy talk to you today about full-spectrum hemp which we call CBD, functional and medicinal mushrooms, and tie it all together with gut health! From the origin story of a 13 year old rescue dog with seizures, to keeping everything growing in Colorado, along with the massive amounts of science and research behi...

Anxiety is a much more complex issue than most of us give it credit for. It's not just "bad behavior" that we need to "train out" of our dogs. Yes, there is quite a bit of science behind a positive reinforcement and slow desensitization strategy for training dogs with separation anxiety . . . . BUT there are also physiological aspects of anxiety that we can not ignore. In today's episode, we cover the many signs of anxiety in dogs, as well as some tips for helping our dog...

I always love brining veterinarians on the show for a couple fo reasons. 1. I'm reminded of how hard their job truly is, and 2. They see things differently simply because of the volume of animals they see Dr. Hunter Finn joins me on today's episode to chat about the state of veterinary medicine, what it looks like moving forward, his top 5 RED FLAGS for pet parents, and more! Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https://jessicalfisher.com/product-category/holistic...

"All disease begins in the gut." - Hippocrates As pet parents, we want to do what's best for our pets so that they can live long, happy lives. The truth is that our veterinarians are great for what they are trained to do, but there is still quite a bit that they don't know. That's why Animal Biome is on a mission to educate veterinarians about gut health, testing, and methods to help restore the gut microbiome. Carlton, the Co-Founder of Animal Biome, joins me today to talk about their mis...

Most pet parents I speak with are still asking me about grain-free dog food and DCM. It's been years and the FDA closed its investigation in December 2022 with no results. If I fed kibble, I'd still be worried too. It's like they just threw their hands up and said "I don't know!" Susan Thixton, Dr Karen Becker, and Steve Brown have a different view of what could be going wrong, so I've updated my blog on DCM and wanted to update you here as well. Is it grain-free foods? Is it anti-nu...

Y'all know I'm picky about the products I use and what I share with my audience, so you know that I wouldn't highlight a brand that I didn't trust! Viva Raw has been a staple of my dogs diet for the past 2 years and I have no intent on changing that! They are a small company, making food in small batches, who are transparent in their sourcing, process, and more! Check out Viva Raw and get 20% off of your first order when you use code TPPR https://vivarawpets.com/TPPR Send...

If you haven't been to Super Zoo, well let me tell you, it is truly a ZOO! I've been back home for over a week and I'm still getting settled back in to my routine and getting caught up with everyone! Fortunately, I got Billy from Green Juju (and Kelley too!) to talk a little bit about their new foods, which I'm super pumped about, and in today's episode I'll tell you why! I did the best I could with the audio on the show floor, so please 🙏 bear with me. The information is well worth it! Pl...

Mushrooms are such a hot topic in the human and pet worlds right now and it's important to get GOOD information before trying any supplement with you or your pets. There are very few companies that I believe are doing it "RIGHT" and REAL MUSHROOMS is one of the companies that I trust. Joni and Dr. Silver join me today to chat about mushrooms and how they can change the world! Listen and learn along with me! Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https://jessical...

Even if you're not a raw feeder, there is a LOT to learn about how to best feed our dogs in the fresh feeding community. Hahnbee Choi was looking for a good resource that was bite-sized and easy to consume but didn't find one, so she created it with The Rawcast Podcast! 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 ...

If you had a holistic veterinarian telling you her TOP 3 tips to keep your pet healthier, and longer, would you take those tips and run? I know I sure would! In today's episode, I pulled these 3 gems from her episode way back when! I hope these actionable, bite-sized episodes will help you as much as they help me! Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https://jessicalfisher.com/product-category/holistic-pet-health-nutrition/ 💜 Follow Jessica on Instagram https://www.instag...

My husband tells me all the time that I need to make sure our dog Kimberly lives forever. While I know that isn't actually possible, I do want to do everything in my power to give her the best health and lifespan. Today, Dr. Gary Richter joins me to talk about his 2 new books "Longevity For Dogs" and "Longevity For Cats." Find Dr. Richter's first book, "The Ultimate Pet Health Guide" on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3OMo0Gk Pre-Order his new books also on Amazon: Longevity For Dogs: https://amzn.to...

Dr. Judy Morgan, Billy Hoekman, and Angela Ardolino spoke at The More You Know Pet Wellness Summit hosted by The Nautical Dog in Williamsburg, VA and I have all the juicy details for you in today's episode! Get the magazine Plant and Mushroom Medicine For Pets: https://drruthroberts.com/products/plant-and-mushroom-for-pets-by-angela-ardolino-medical-plants-book?ref=tppr Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https://jessicalfisher.com/product-category/holistic-pet-health-nutr...

We are always looking for new ways to help our pets, and of course, the more natural, the better! So when I heard about Jonathan Lowe and O3Vets, I knew I needed to learn more and bring this miracle to you! In today's episode, Jonathan will give us a peek at all the ways ozone can help our pets - and how not to use it too. Ask your vet about ozone therapy and point them in the direction of O3Vets if they haven't yet heard about it. Find Jonathan on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/o3v...

I don't know if we can ever be completely confident about the job we are doing as pet parents. I think it's something we hone over time, but something we will always work towards, especially with different animals in our lives. I do think that we can do lots of things to help build confidence, especially by learning new things and creating a team to help us. Shannon Cutts has a very unique perspective and gift that can provide us with a kind of confidence we don't typically get. What is it? Y...

When I was a new pet mom, I did everything my vet told me to do . . . including feeding the pricey bags of food sold in her office. I had 6 cats and they all were on different foods, even some "prescription" foods for weight management. Fast forward and I now know that there is no "medicine" in those foods AND they have no requirements for additional feeding trials to prove effectiveness. That said, there are some conditions that require altered nutrient profiles of food. That's why I'm so gla...

Lab-grown (cultured cell) meat was just approved for sale to humans in June 2023 by the FDA. Of course, there are tons of questions, but we should also be concerned about what this may mean for pet food. I don't know about you, but when I see that Bill Gates is involved, I'd prefer to run the other way. Here are the links to everything discussed in todays epsiode: Human Food Made with Cultured Animal Cells: https://www.fda.gov/food/food-ingredients-packaging/human-food-made-cultured-animal-ce...

WARNING!! DO NOT use apps to hire people to care for your dog. Apps like Rover and Wag have been implicated in the neglect and even death of pets. It's incredibly sad - and completely avoidable. Learn why it's so incredibly important to vet your pet care providers BEFORE you hire anyone else to care for your beloved pets. Alexa Rabini of Midful Dog Mom and Vegas Dog Moms joins me today to talk about how she got involved in pet care and the future of pet parenting. Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutriti...

There are some "secrets" in the supplement industry - both for pets and people - and Dr. Joe Kasper is here to let you in on every single one. From the quality of the product, how it's made, and where the ingredients come from, Dr. Joe is letting you in on all the behind-the-scenes so that you can make the best decisions for you and your dog (or cat!) Find Dr. Joe Kasper at https://www.musclegoat.com/mg-home-page Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https://je...

Join us for a captivating conversation with Lora Lee Medley, a passionate feline enthusiast and the brilliant mind behind The Dedicated Feline Enthusiast website. Lora Lee enlightens us on the vital topic of TNR (trap-neuter-return) for feral cats, shedding light on this humane approach to population control. Tune in to this episode filled with engaging stories, expert advice, and a celebration of all things feline. It's a purr-fect blend of inspiration and knowledge for every cat parent and en...