Michelle Thomas (Magical Mutts Michelle) has such a beautiful gift that she has honed to be able to connect energetically with pets (and people) to help us as pet parents understand our pets better. I hired Michelle to connect with my dog, Kimberly, and even though she spent a good deal of time actually connected to me, what I found out about Kim h…

I've been using the Mine Pet Platter for over 2 years now and I LOVE it! I especially love the research behind the development (I'm such a nerd!) Carol Smeja and her late husband dug in to learning everything they could about how wolves and wild cats eat in the wild to bring a feeding experience to your pets that mimics their wild counterparts as c…

I love making my home smell amazing ... but I also love knowing that I'm not killing myself and my pets with toxic chemicals. Project Sudz helps me clean my pets and my home AND gives me the tools to help me keep it smelling yummy all year long! Janine started Project Sudz because she has a pitbull with terrible allergies and all the conventional s…

I can admit when I'm wrong ... and I was wrong. I heard about Carna4 many years ago and dismissed it because it's in a bag on a shelf. ... But Carna4 is different, just like Maria! It wasn't until I heard Maria speak a few months ago that I opened my mind to the possibility that this isn't just another bag of food (feed) for dogs and cats. Maria is…

There are a LOT of myths floating around about feeding dogs (and cats) a raw food diet. Scott Marshall of Raw Feeding 101 and I discuss some of the more popular myths and why they just aren't true! Send us a text 🐕 Sign up for the FREE Beginner Dog Training Series at https://www.thepetparentingreset.com/ 💜 Follow Jessica on Instagram https://www.in…

One of the more difficult things to keep up with when it comes to our dogs and cats is their dental care. Brushing their teeth is difficult, not just because it's a tiny space, but because they don't want us doing it! Even so, good dental hygiene is crucial for your pets overall health. Emily Stein, the creator of TEEF, joins the podcast this week …

It's been nearly 2 months since Romeo left and I'm still struggling to talk about it. All of my pets have been incredibly special to me, and much like every other, Romeo was different. He connected to me in a more spiritual manner than any other cat I've had, and I only wish I had latched onto that sooner. I struggled making this episode, but found…

We did our first ever LIVE ASK ME ANYTHING! We were asked about transitioning cats onto fresh foods, resource guarding in dogs, and so much more! Thank you to everyone who came and asked questions. I know we didn't get to them all, but I'm sure we'll do this again, so if you're not following on Instagram, make sure you do so that you can be notifie…

Trying to choose a pet food is a daunting task for many pet parents ... and when we start thinking more deeply about sourcing, it can be even more complex. For me, a company who values transparency is one that I choose to support. Evermore Pet Food has been a leader in the pet food space for decades and is continuing to do so with the Better Chicke…

Isabel and I continue the conversation around raising happy, healthy cats this month and we tackle our perspective on the issue in Ohio where there are claims of immigrants eating pet dogs and cats as well as ducks and geese out of the ponds. Oh, and we SING! Send us a text 🐕 Sign up for the FREE Beginner Dog Training Series at https://www.thepetpa…

I've recently found HTMA, or Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis testing, and it has been making a big difference in my one-on-one consultations with pet parents. Dr. Ava Frick joins the podcast today to not only help us understand what HTMA testing does, but she also gives us a glimpse into her practice using Ayurveda. Her story is so interesting, and so…

September is Happy Cat Month! Every September I like to create special content designed around being the best cat moms (and dads) that we can be because I feel that cats are under-served, especially in the healthy pet space. Cats are incredible wild creatures that live in our homes, and treating them as the special species they are makes all the di…

If you're anything like me, you have a supplement graveyard in your pantry. There's no shame here, I completely understand. I also know that when we know better, we do better, and supplements are a very confusing world of shiny objects with magic marketing claims! That's why I invited Krysta Fox of Pug & Hound Pet Apothecary back on the show to bre…

Medical error is on of the top 3 leading causes of death in humans in America, and if we know anything from the pet insurance reports, the causes human and pet death mirror each other. It is harder to tell with medical error, because there isn't a reporting system in veterinary medicine like there is in human medicine. In this week's Weekly Pet Rou…

Lee Carroll spent most of his life as an herbalist and not too long ago threw himself into the amazing world of mushrooms. They're certainly a trend in the pet industry, and for good reason! Mushrooms are POWERFUL for both pets and humans alike. It is important to note that all supplements are NOT created equal, but to understand why mushrooms are …

Colostrum has it's ethical concerns, but when it's properly sourced, it's a powerhouse for restoring gut health! Join Sean Zyer of Earth Buddy and I on Instagram Live to discuss .. and maybe I try the product myself! Send us a text 🐕 Sign up for the FREE Beginner Dog Training Series at https://www.thepetparentingreset.com/ 💜 Follow Jessica on Insta…

Super Zoo is the largest pet industry trade show, primarily for pet stores, distributors, and brands. But us educators/influencers/content creators thrive here as well. (Influencer is kinda cringe but hey, it's what people say) I get to connect and reconnect with brands and people in the healthy pet space and honestly it's one of my favorite weeks …

A fascinating modality, Dr. Meghan Barrett is helping her patients through the use of sound. What I love most about this is that you can do this yourself, at home with your pets. Listen to Dr. Barrett, a holistic veterinarian in Hawaii, explain some of the amazing benefits and how to utilize sound therapy with animals. Send us a text 🐕 Sign up for …

Last week, I attended the annual AAFCO meeting. In this week's episode, I am going to clarify what AAFCO is, what it isn't, and discuss some of the more interesting things that I learned while attending. Send us a text 🐕 Sign up for the FREE Beginner Dog Training Series at https://www.thepetparentingreset.com/ 💜 Follow Jessica on Instagram https://…

We talk a lot about gut health and there's an important reason - it contributes to SO MUCH in the body! Itching, allergies, hot spots, ear infections, yeast, and much more. Rob Ryan, co-founder of Gussy's Gut, joins the podcast this week to talk more about gut health, fermentation, vegetables, and the science behind all of it. Send us a text 🐕 Sign…

Karen Dendy Smith is a Soul Level Animal Communicator and one of the most gentle communicators I've had the pleasure to connect with, or should I say that has connected with my cat pack. I have been hesitant to let anyone connect with my cat Romeo because he has made it known that he doesn't like it, but when Karen asked him to connect the energy w…

Right after The More You Know Pet Wellness Summit, Dr. Karen Becker and Rodney Habib held their first ever live podcast with the audience from the summit. One of the questions asked of the panelists was what 3 things they would want everyone to be adding to their dog's bowls. In that moment, I immediately thought of my 3 and wanted to share them he…

The More You Know Pet Wellness Summit 2024 held in Williamsburg, VA by The Nautical Dog was the best event I've attended so far! Speakers: Dr. Katie Woodley Billy Hoekman Angela Ardolino Dr. Karen Becker Rodney Habib Sponsors: Crude Carnivore Green Juju Girls Gone Raw Dr. Harvey's Goodness Gracious Integrative Veterinary Care CBD Dog Health MycoDog…

Join me as I chat with Kelley Marian from Green Juju about her inspiring journey of starting the company and her experiences with her dog Bailey. We dive into how she developed Green Juju's amazing products and explore the impact of good nutrition on our pets. Kelley shares why organic and sustainable sourcing is crucial and the balancing act of ma…

In 1980, 1 in every 200 cats was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. Today, that number is closer to 1 in 12. It's yet another epidemic in our pets. But why? And what can we do to try to prevent it from happening? Jae and Adrienne - The Two Crazy Cat Ladies - joined me LIVE from Schwartzy's Cat Cove at The Nautical Dog in Williamsburg, VA Send us a tex…

Nationwide, the country's largest pet insurance provider, has started non-renewing what they have announced will be 100,000 pets on their pet insurance platform citing rising costs. In this week's episode of The Weekly Pet Roundup, Isabel and I discuss alternatives, focusing on preventive care for our pets, and in answering viewers questions we als…

If you're lucky, you've never heard these words from your vet: "There's nothing more we can do" But many of us have herd these words. And they're devastating. Dr. Marlene Siegel has been a practicing veterinarian for 40 years and she's seen so much, including some incredible functional medicine modalities that have transformed the way she practices…

DCM is a genetic condition in some breeds of dogs, but since 2018 the public has been in a scare over the potential for diet related DCM (Dilated Cariomyopathy). Flo Mason from Crude Carnivore and I dive into this topic - specifically the "grain free" myth and discuss what we prefer in diets for dogs as canine nutritionists. Send us a text 🐕 Sign u…

Dr. Katie Woodley is back and this time we tackle some of the top at home remedies that every pet parent needs to know! ... plus when you actually need to go to the vet. I'm so excited for today's episode as we cover - hot spots - red, itchy ears - acid reflux - diarrhea .... AND MORE! You'll want to take note for this one and listen over again, I …

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The statistics for cancer for dogs is at an all time high and only getting worse. One thing we know is that sugar feeds cancer ... and starches break down into sugar. Diet is the foundation of health and this has never been truer than when a dog faces dis-ease. Katie with The Bones & Co. joins the podcast today to discuss what a ketogenic diet is f…

July 4th is rapidly approaching, so Isabel and I felt it necessary to bring up the topic of dog and cat safety again. We highlight the importance of keeping your pets safe as well as some tips for keeping them comfortable. Send us a text 🐕 Sign up for the FREE Beginner Dog Training Series at https://www.thepetparentingreset.com/ 💜 Follow Jessica on…

July 4th is fast approaching and we all talk about anxiety and noise phobias around this time, but Sean Zyer of EarthBuddy has a lot to say about how it needs to be seen as a chronic issue, not an accute issue. Sean also gave us a fabulous discount valid through July 15, 2024 by using code TPPR for 20% off. Try EarthBuddy: https://www.earthbuddypet…

The CDC has placed new regulations in effect as of August 1, 2024 for dogs entering the United States. To find out how this may effect you, tune in as Isabel and I discuss on this week's Weekly Pet Roundup! Send us a text 🐕 Sign up for the FREE Beginner Dog Training Series at https://www.thepetparentingreset.com/ 💜 Follow Jessica on Instagram https…

RECAP: IBD in Cats with The Two Crazy Cat Ladies My cat Machida was diagnosed with IBD this year and he's been doing really well ... until the day I published this episode.... so it's more timely than ever. He's been on the IBD kit from 2CCL and I ran out of some of it - totally my fault for not ordering in time. Thankfully I have everything restoc…

A recent blog post from The Dogington Post prompted this week's episode of The Weekly Pet Roundup: https://www.dogingtonpost.com/study-reveals-10-popular-human-foods-that-are-making-our-dogs-overweight/ Isabel had a last minute conflict, so Kara joined me to discuss! Send us a text 🐕 Sign up for the FREE Beginner Dog Training Series at https://www.…

It's no secret that coconut oil is amazing ... though there does still seem to be some debate in the pet world over how safe it is for pets, especially pets with pancreatitis. In today's episode (Pet Health Junkies included!), Charissa and Carmina of Coco Therapy join us to discuss the amazing benefits of coconut oil for pets and we discuss why it'…

I've waited quite a while to invite Jaron Lukas from Yummwoof on the podcast because even though I like having options for you, I prefer to only bring you the best options. Yummwoof just launced a new air-dried dog food that is free of synthetics! It is still my preference to hydrate any dried food, but this could be an option to keep on hand for "…

Earlier this year, we let you know about a concerning trend that pet owners have been reporting: Sick and deceased pets, assumed to be related to pet food, mostly Purina. At the time, most people blew it off and called these pet parents liars, said that it was all "fake news" Now, Susan Thixton from Truth About Pet Food has released the data obtain…

Dr. Jeff Feinman has a bit of a different approach to our furry friend's well being. He is a holistic veterinarian who still holds a private practice but he spends as much time online educating pet parents, alongside colleagues, in his community, Holistic Actions! The paradigm shift that Dr. Jeff is proposing is an often over-looked, but very impac…

Dr. Katie Woodley is an integrative veterinarian and the founder of The Natural Pet Doctor. She has such a calm way of explaining even the most complex of topics so today we will be revisiting her explanation of how not to give up on our pets. That may seem like such a simple topic, a simple statement, but to put what that actually means into words…

Cathy Alinovi relinquished her veterinary license when she realized that the standards of care were doing more harm than good for her patients. She is now a pet health coach and she leads fresh pet food manufacturers through Next Generation Pet Food manufacturers Association, the only AAFCO seat for fresh foods. Her career and her passion are unriv…

There's a mass buyout that's been happening in veterinary medicine by giant conglomerates. You've probably noticed since 25% of primary care vets are now corporate owned and 75% of specialty and emergency vets are corporate owned. There's really no upside for anyone but the people at the top of the pyramid of these conglomerates. So, what can you d…

Turmeric, Omega 3 to 6 Ratios, Plant Proteins and my personal favorite .... DID BILLY SAY IT?! We have some fun on today's episode with Billy Hoekman from Green Juju and he tells us about the NEW mushroom brine product hitting shelves everywhere! Send us a text 🐕 Sign up for the FREE Beginner Dog Training Series at https://www.thepetparentingreset.…

Raw coated kibble is one of the newer trends in the pet food space and based on the trade shows so far this year, manufacturers are going all in ..... but is it worth the hype? Isabel and I discuss! Send us a text 🐕 Sign up for the FREE Beginner Dog Training Series at https://www.thepetparentingreset.com/ 💜 Follow Jessica on Instagram https://www.i…

Roxanne Stone, the Nutrition Education Director for Solutions Pet Products, shares her journey in the pet food industry and the founding principles of Solutions Pet Products. From her background in food science, to partnering with her sister to create a revolutionary pet food and now working with Chelsea Kent at Solutions, Roxanne is an innovator a…

Chances are that you've had some experience with at least one of your pets undergoing anesthesia. If you haven't, consider yourself lucky! Even though procedures that require anesthesia are common, that doesn't mean that we should ignore the risks. Every time your pet needs an anesthetic procedure, your vet should be discussing the risks and benefi…

We are all focused on the gut these days ... and rightfully so! If we weren't all (this includes our four legged friends) eating such crappy diets, we may still be blissfully ignorant to the fact that 70% of the immune system is in the gut. We may also not have the handy term "leaky gut" If you think you've done it all and still aren't seeing the r…

With so many new listeners, today's episode is a reset. In case you're new here, or even if you've been around for a while, you may not know much about me and why I do what I do. This is a story of how I came to realize that the answers we seek lie in nature. Send us a text 🐕 Sign up for the FREE Beginner Dog Training Series at https://www.thepetpa…

Join Isabel & I as we discuss feline enrichment and how to make sure your cat is living a happy life in your home! Send us a text 🐕 Sign up for the FREE Beginner Dog Training Series at https://www.thepetparentingreset.com/ 💜 Follow Jessica on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thepetparentingreset/De către Jessica L. Fisher & Isabel Alvarez Arata