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You want your pet to be as happy and healthy as possible. But while this sounds simple, the number of decisions that need to be made to best care for them can quickly become overwhelming.The 10 most common "mistakes" discussed in this episode can be made by anyone but, with a little planning and action, you can soon be well on the way to providing everything your furry family member needs so they can live the life they deserve.Dive into the action steps needed and grab your free download over in the full show notes Love the show? Leaving a review helps spread the word, and to help me keep the lights on buy me a cuppa (that's tea - I'm not a coffee drinker!), or consider becoming a patron

Listen back to these clips taken from the most popular episodes of the last 12 months. A teaser for each full episode you may not have heard in full, and a valuable reminder for those you did!And then you can find each full episode and a whole lot more here: Holistic allergy treatment in dogs The true benefit of CBD How to eliminate anxiety in your pet Veterinary telemedicine 101 The best veterinary care is killing pets Love the show? Leaving a review helps spread the word, and to help me keep the lights on buy me a cuppa (that's tea - I'm not a coffee drinker!), or consider becoming a patron

Leaving your dog at home alone all day is typically not the best way to ensure they are mentally stimulated or living their best life and can even result in some challenging or destructive behaviors.But, is sending them to a dog daycare really the answer? And how can you tell if your dog is suited to daycare and that your local doggie daycare is a safe environment for your furry family?Thankfully Robin Bennett, the person who trains dog daycare owners and staff, is on hand to help answer all these questions and more!Here are her top tips for safely sending your dog to daycare…Find out more in the full show notes Love the show? Leaving a review helps spread the word, and to help me keep the lights on buy me a cuppa (that's tea - I'm not a coffee drinker!), or consider becoming a patron

Veterinarians are no longer the gatekeepers of knowledge about the best way to care for or treat our pet dogs and cats. Good information is out there for every single pet parent to educate themselves. But so much information is either very oversimplified or actually factually incorrect (and even misleading).It even may not be human-produced! All of this is why I am so passionate about increasing the accessibility of high-quality, evidence-based pet health information so that every pet parent just like you can make the best choices possible, no matter where you are in the world and no matter what challenges you are facing.Learn more in the full show notes about veterinary information accessibility Love the show? Leaving a review helps spread the word, and to help me keep the lights on buy me a cuppa (that's tea - I'm not a coffee drinker!), or consider becoming a patron

The diet you choose to feed your cat is critical in maintaining their health and the last thing any pet parent wants is to give them a diet that is harmful. But, there is a lot of confusion (and misinformation) about what is healthy and what is harmful with some of the most common diet choices said to cause obesity, cancer, kidney failure and more. This conversation with an expert veterinary nutritionist, Dr. Dottie LaFlamme, will help answer the most common cat feeding questions: Are carbohydrates bad for cats Does dry kibble cause kidney failure How many meals should you feed your cat And so much more! Check out the full show notes Love the show? Leaving a review helps spread the word, and to help me keep the lights on buy me a cuppa (that's tea - I'm not a coffee drinker!), or consider becoming a patron

This has to be the most common preventable disease affecting dogs and cats across the globe. It can shorten life by over 2 years, and increase the likelihood of your pet suffering from a significant reduction in quality of life during their shorter life.Can you guess what the cause of this pandemic is?It's weight! A favorite topic of mine due to how common it is coupled with the impact it has on your furry family.Thankfully, help is at hand as I dive into the world of weight loss with Dr. Caroline Taylor, The Slim Pet Vet, where we talk about: Why being too heavy matters The source of the problem (and how to prevent it) The role of exercise in weight loss Breaking down the diet options for weight loss Even more top weight loss tips For even more resources and all the links mentioned in the show head over to the full show notes Love the show? Leaving a review helps spread the word, and to help me keep the lights on buy me a cuppa (that's tea - I'm not a coffee drinker!), or consider becoming a patron

Does this sound familiar to you (I know it does to me!)? You’re sitting on the sofa for 2 seconds and your cat starts meowing for food. Or you walk in the vague direction of their food and instantly they are under your feet, hounding you to be fed. Not only does this drive you crazy, but it also leads to over-feeding and results in your cat becoming overweight or even obese, damaging their long-term health. In this episode I discuss 4 simple tips to get your cat or dog to stop begging for food constantly. head over to the full show notes for all the links discussed in today's show.Get your free guide to optimizing your pet's health over in the Our Pet's Health Academy.  Love the show? Leaving a review helps spread the word, and to help me keep the lights on buy me a cuppa (that's tea - I'm not a coffee drinker!), or consider becoming a patron

Just how common are genetic diseases, and can breeders do anything to ensure the health of your furry family member before they are even born?  This topic is one that all pet parents need to consider, especially those bringing a new dog or cat into their family...For all the links discussed and further information head over to the full show notes Love the show? Leaving a review helps spread the word, and to help me keep the lights on buy me a cuppa (that's tea - I'm not a coffee drinker!), or consider becoming a patron

You know that your pet is not 100% and that your veterinarian is the best person to help but finding the time to go to the vet clinic is hard and then there’s the cost. Today I’m exploring the world of remote visits and telehealth and diving into: What is telehealth? Is it new? What different telehealth options are out there? What are the benefits of telehealth? What are the limitations? Can drugs be prescribed? Won't I just get told to go and see the vet in person? What does a telehealth consultation look like? Do I need to be tech-savvy? Tips for getting the most out of a telehealth consultation And much more… For all the links and more details of everything discussed in today's episode, head over to the full show notes on veterinary telehealth Love the show? Leaving a review helps spread the word, and to help me keep the lights on buy me a cuppa (that's tea - I'm not a coffee drinker!), or consider becoming a patron

You want your pet to be content and enjoy their life but anxiety levels are on the rise, resulting from a growing number of causes. Today's episode breaks down everything you need to know to help reduce and ultimately eliminate anxiety, both in the home and at the vet clinic, so that they are living the confident life you want for them!Dive deeper into making vet visits fun.Check out the full show notes for more information and links to eliminating anxiety in dogs and cats. Love the show? Leaving a review helps spread the word, and to help me keep the lights on buy me a cuppa (that's tea - I'm not a coffee drinker!), or consider becoming a patron

This is the podcast for dedicated pet parents, just like you, who want to know the best way to care for your furry family members!Through expert interviews, discussions, and deep dives into the topics that really matter, I want to help you understand and optimize the health of your dog or cat so that they can live the full, happy, and comfortable life you want for them.Check out the latest episode and if you like what you hear be sure to subscribe, follow, and listen for free anywhere else you listen to podcasts, or head over to callthevet.org where you can dive into all the previous episodes, free resources, and so much more. Love the show? Leaving a review helps spread the word, and to help me keep the lights on buy me a cuppa (that's tea - I'm not a coffee drinker!), or consider becoming a patron

With a whole range of supplements on the market claiming to both help optimize your pet’s everyday health as well as treat all manner of different diseases, it can be impossible to know where to start.Unfortunately many (or even most) fail to live up to their marketing hype.Today though, we’re diving into the world of mushrooms and exploring how they could play a crucial role in keeping your dog and cat as healthy as possible.Topics covered include: What are mushrooms and how are they different from other herbs and supplements? Can mushrooms be used to maintain optimal health or treat certain diseases (or both)? What is the evidence to support their use? What are the main active ingredients of medicinal mushrooms? Are there any side effects to be aware of or any individuals where mushrooms would not be appropriate? What makes a high quality mushroom product? How to integrate mushrooms into your pet’s wellness care Head to the show notes to find out more about mushroom supplements and their health benefits for pets Love the show? Leaving a review helps spread the word, and to help me keep the lights on buy me a cuppa (that's tea - I'm not a coffee drinker!), or consider becoming a patron

When it comes to treating an allergic dog it is vital that you employ all of the available options so that they not only become itch-free and live their best life, but so that you can also reduce their reliance (or even need) on pharmaceuticals. Complete holistic control is within your reach, and these are the treatment options you need to employ along with common pitfalls and mistakes to avoid… Dive deeper in the full show notes on holistic dog allergy treatment Love the show? Leaving a review helps spread the word, and to help me keep the lights on buy me a cuppa (that's tea - I'm not a coffee drinker!), or consider becoming a patron

There is a lot of misconception about what dogs are really allergic to, and without knowing the true cause of allergies it can be a real struggle to settle their skin and get their itch under control.In this episode I break down the most common causes of both food allergies and atopy (or environmental allergies), so you can do your best to limit your dog's exposure to the most common causes of allergic itch.Dive deeper in the full show notes on dog allergy causes Love the show? Leaving a review helps spread the word, and to help me keep the lights on buy me a cuppa (that's tea - I'm not a coffee drinker!), or consider becoming a patron

Allergies are the most common cause of long-term scratching in dogs and can be due to a number of different allergy types, but it can be challenging to identify the exact cause of an individual dog’s allergies which compromises your ability to treat them successfully. In this episode I discuss The 3 main different types of dog allergy How they can be similar but also different Clues as to which allergy your dog is suffering from Whether bee stings need to be treated as an emergency or not Dive into greater detail in the full show notes Get your copy of Dog Allergy First Aid - the complete guide to identifying allergy causes, eliminating itch, and gaining long-term, holistic control of your dog’s allergies (and get 10% off using the code podcast) Love the show? Leaving a review helps spread the word, and to help me keep the lights on buy me a cuppa (that's tea - I'm not a coffee drinker!), or consider becoming a patron

Is your dog scratching more than normal? Any increase in your dog's itch deserves your prompt attention, but before you rush off to the veterinarian be sure the simple problem of fleas is not to blame!In this episode I discuss: How scratch and pain are closely linked Why scratching only makes your dog's skin worse How to know fleas are present even when you can't see them Check out more information over in the full show notesClick here to check out Dog Allergy First Aid, my guide to the rapid holistic treatment of allergies, and use the code "podcast" to get 10% off. Love the show? Leaving a review helps spread the word, and to help me keep the lights on buy me a cuppa (that's tea - I'm not a coffee drinker!), or consider becoming a patron

Heat stroke kills, and your dog can overheat really quickly.Rather than rushing them to the ER after this happens, it’s better to avoid this problem completely and in this episode, I discuss exactly how to keep your dog cool when the sun shines and the mercury begins to climb.Find out more in the full show notesGet your free dog summer survival guide here Love the show? Leaving a review helps spread the word, and to help me keep the lights on buy me a cuppa (that's tea - I'm not a coffee drinker!), or consider becoming a patron

Spotting the signs of heat stroke early and then taking the right action to quickly cool your dog is proven to save lives. In this episode we run through: The 5 main signs of heatstroke in dogs The biggest risk periods for overheating How to effectively and quickly cool your dog Find out more in the show notesDownload your free copy of the Sog Summer Survival Guide at https://OurPetsHealth.com/summerdogcare Love the show? Leaving a review helps spread the word, and to help me keep the lights on buy me a cuppa (that's tea - I'm not a coffee drinker!), or consider becoming a patron

We love to get our cats and dogs new toys and tasty treats to show how much they mean to us, and subscription boxes are a super-convenient option to make sure your pet is never left wanting. But it’s not all harmless fun as they can cause all kinds of problems, and even compromise their health…In this episode I talk all about: The health and environmental problems that subscription boxes contribute to Spending prioritizing and planning for the unexpected Alternatives your dog and cat will love For all the links and more information head over to the full show notes here Love the show? Leaving a review helps spread the word, and to help me keep the lights on buy me a cuppa (that's tea - I'm not a coffee drinker!), or consider becoming a patron

Do you want to feed our dogs the safest, and healthiest food possible? Do you worry about their environmental impact? One thing is certain. The largest study to date looking into the health of vegan diets for dogs and comparing those fed a raw or conventional cooked meat diet has caused some serious waves. I spoke to Dr. Andrew Knight, the study author, to find out more. Including: The environmental impact of pet food Dog food trends that are making the situation worse A dog’s need for meat Is vegan dog food healthy and safe Addressing the limitations of our knowledge How to assess vegan dog food quality Dive into more detail in the full show notes Love the show? Leaving a review helps spread the word, and to help me keep the lights on buy me a cuppa (that's tea - I'm not a coffee drinker!), or consider becoming a patron