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The Ins and Outs of the Dog Food Landscape

2020-01-0124:09

If you love dogs, then you’ve come to the right place. I’m so excited about today’s guest. With us is Chelsea Kent who co- founded Hero's Pets in Littleton, CO in 2007. She is a regulatory specialist, attends all AAFCO (American Association of Feed Control Officials) meetings and consults for multiple non-profits, manufacturers, retailers and consumers. She also authors educational articles on a variety of veterinary and social platforms. We cover the Cost of Various Types of Foods and Convenience of Various Types of Foods.Is it true that in a lot of cases you actually need to feed less of high quality food vs the amount you’d need to feed of a highly processed food?Chelsea, you are obviously VERY knowledgeable when it comes to canine nutrition, why did you get into the industry?What advice would you give to people who feed their dog the same food every single day?In your opinion, do you think that we will have better regulations in the pet food industry anytime in the near future?Hero’s Petshttps://herospets.com/Food regulation Facts Websitehttp://foodregulationfacts.comThanks for Listening!Thanks so much for tuning in again this week. Have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the Bark About it section. Or you can click on the social media buttons to share an episode.Special thanks to Chelsea for being on the show. Catch you next time!Also, don’t forget to Subscribe for FREE: Apple Podcasts | Android | Spotify I StitcherThe purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a veterinarian, licensed nutritionist or other qualified professional. The host as well as guests who speak on this podcast express their own opinions, experience and conclusions, and Wag Out Loud LLC neither endorses or opposes any particular views discussed here.

Will Your Dog Benefit from Supplements? Critical Questions to Ask When Selecting Products

2023-12-0638:02

Who better than Bill Bookout, founding member of the NASC to share with us the state of the animal supplement industry, why not all products are created equal and what you need to know before choosing supplements for your dog. Tune in!

Homeopathy for Dogs: The Things You’ve Probably Never Heard Before

2023-11-1529:28

Now’s the time to learn about how homeopathy can heal your dog naturally. Suzie Cyrenne joins me in sharing homeopathy’s history, some myths and some facts that you might not have known. How can this modality be beneficial for your dog? Tune in!

The Pawfect Health Watch: A Complete Guide for Monitoring Your Dog’s Health

2023-11-0134:26

Listen in as Drs. Joe Menicucci & Rory Lubold share there expertise on the topic of pet health management and how we can monitor our dogs’ health. They run through a very easy protocol for how we can take part in managing their health and care. We’ll cover understanding your dog’s normal, how to do routine health checks and diagnostics at home, what should be included in professional vet checks and the role of lab testing. Every dog owner can benefit!

Paws For Prevention: The Power of Wellness-based Dog Grooming

2023-10-1831:30

Regular maintenance is critical to the comfort and well-being of our dogs. So, what would be considered basic hygiene and how does routine grooming benefit our dogs’ health. Christy Boswell is here to share how helpful regular hygiene improves long term health and how routing care is prevention is so many different areas. Grooming benefits that you might have never thought about. Tune in!

Co-Regulation: An Intuitive Approach to Trauma Recovery for Both Ends of the Leash

2023-10-0435:42

My guest Sharon Vincuilla has come to realize that beneath the struggles of both dogs with behavior problems and adults with mental illness lie trauma, sensory hypersensitivity, and nervous system dysregulation. Listen to this informative episode to learn how we can support ourselves AND our dogs through trauma recovery, reactive behavior modification and stressful circumstances by learning how to co-regulate with each other. How can we support each other’s nervous systems? Fascinating!

Exploring the World of My Anxious Dog

2023-09-2028:19

More than 70% of dogs suffer from anxiety or fear. How can we make their world easier to manage and change their behavior to be less reactive? My guest Sarah Jones, Founder of My Anxious Dog helps us to understand the real fear and anxiety that many dogs have and how to help create an environment for our pups that meets them where they are. Do you have fearful, aggressive or anxious dog? Tune in!

Dogs Can Heal Themselves

2023-09-0637:45

Yes, dogs can heal themselves and Lisa Tully, professional animal healer shares the science behind zoopharmacognosy and how you can help your dog to self medicate. Learn about the five elements of Chinese Medicine and how each one determines what issues your dog might be more prone to. How can our dogs self-select food, herbs, essential oils, etc to help them to thrive? Tune in!

“Adopt Don’t Shop” vs. Responsible Dog Breeding

2023-08-1636:29

Some people believe in rescuing dogs and others prefer to buy a dog from a breeder. It’s an individual choice and we shouldn’t shame others for how they acquire their dog. What are the pros and cons of each? Amy Lane joins me in discussing what responsible breeding actually looks like and the proper health testing involved. Do you know what to look for when shopping for a purebred puppy? Never stop learning and listen in!

Every Dog's Eyes Tell a Story ... & it's not what you think

2023-08-0237:46

Ever heard of Animal Iridology? I hadn’t. But after learning more about this amazing modality and method of detecting health issues in our dogs, I was completely amazed at the applications and accuracy. Listen in as Poppy Phillips, Board Certified Animal Naturopath educated us on iridology and how it can be the window to your dog’s health and an effective tool for dog parents. Don’t miss it!

Helping Dogs Cross in Peace

2023-07-1943:18

We all agree that losing our dogs and having to say goodbye is one of the hardest things in life. But Sue London is here to give us peace and assure us that our dogs’ passing is a beautiful thing. She shares how they feel when crossing over, how they do continue to communicate with you, and the purpose they had for being in your life. Anyone who’s loved and lost a dog, will find comfort in this touching episode.

New Tricks for Old Dogs: Cannabis For the Golden Years

2023-07-0531:22

Roughly 50% of pet owners in the U.S. give their dogs CBD, often on the recommendation of a veterinarian. But, what exactly is the endocannabinoid system? And what functions of the body does it regulate? Can every dog benefit from the use of cannabis and how can it specifically benefit our older dogs. Listen in as Sandi Krucik-vanBommel, Veterinary Cannabis Counselor shares some great insight on whether CBD can help your senior dog and what to look out for when choosing a brand. Great info!

Silent Pain - The Problem 53% of Pet Parents Miss!

2023-06-2131:12

Listen and Learn as Dr. Edward Bassingthwaighte shares why so many of us miss the fact that our dogs are living in silent pain. What are the subtle signs? Where is Silent Pain found in the body? How is it treated? It’s all about educating ourselves and this is a great place to start! Check it out! Your dog will thank you.

Keeping Dog Poop in the Loop

2023-06-0728:17

What’s wrong with how we typically handle dog waste? A lot! Listen in as Rose Seemann shares all of the health hazards associated with dog waste and how we can be more responsible dog owners, and stop continuing to pollute our environment. She gives us so many options o how we can easily upcycle our own dog’s waste and start a program in our communities. Yes, there is a way to collect and compost canine waste into a safe, nutrient-rich, garden soil. Learn something new today!

How to Balance Natural vs. Conventional Options for Your Dog

2023-05-1632:33

How would you define natural dog ownership? It can mean so many things, right? From your approach to medical issues with your dog, treatments, food and supplement choices, training and behavior. Have you ever found yourself struggling to choose between a conventional vs a natural approach with your dog’s health or wellness? Karen Pedersen from Happy Natural Dog is here to make us feel better about the choices we make for our dogs and some great things to consider. Tune in!

There’s a Mushroom for That!

2023-05-0335:09

Medicinal mushrooms for Dog? You bet! But not all mushrooms are created equal. Dr. Rob Silver will walk us through all of the power mushrooms that he recommends, the properties that they contain and the issues that they treat. Learn about the similar active ingredients that mushrooms contain and the amazing health benefiting properties for dogs. Listen in!

Applying Science Correctly for Dogs

2023-04-1936:14

What a great chat I had with Nate Dewsbury about the science that is available for our dogs to realize optimal health and nutrition. With so many different food choices and supplements on the market, how do we know what will help our dogs to thrive? And if we feed a species appropriate diet, is that enough or would we need to supplement? Tune in to learn about passive vs active nutrition and how to find better products and not just more products.

Dogs, Dog Food, and Dogma

2023-04-0537:22

Listen in as entrepreneur, activist and science writer Daniel Schulof reveals the shoddy science responsible for the chronic disease epidemics killing millions of pets every year. His book has been named “the most rigorous and probing canine nutrition book ever written” and we explore the problem of scientific misinformation in the companion animal nutrition world.

5 Things You Don’t Know About Canine Kidney Disease

2023-03-1536:01

Kidney failure is an irreversible process and Studies show that 1 in 10 dogs suffer from kidney disease. Unfortunately, it typically goes undetected until the organs are functioning at approximately 33% to 25% of their capacity. Why is kidney disease in dogs increasing and what are some holistic approaches to treating it? Alex Roberts shares how we can treat renal failure naturally. That even though we can’t reverse it, there's a lot more you can do to help your dog. Listen in!

Canine Massage: It's Not Just a Spa Day

2023-03-0131:19

Did you know that therapeutic massage can benefit the health and mobility of dogs at every life stage? Join me as I chat with Caragh Reilly, a nationally-certified canine massage therapist about the many benefits, the different techniques, how long the effects last, the techniques we can do at home and if your dog is a candidate. An episode overflowing with information! Tune in!

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