In this powerful episode, Dr. Ruth chats with Marketa Jefferson, founder of Paws Balance, holistic pet health coach, and recent contestant on The Blox business reality show. Marketa shares her inspiring path from grooming tables to the front lines of natural pet care advocacy.

From rescuing shelter pets and questioning outdated vet protocols to self-educating through heartbreak and healing, Marketa’s story is every passionate pet parent’s wake-up call.

You’ll hear:

• How her sick hairless cat became the catalyst for her career change
• Why she took sick dogs home from the clinic and what she learned
• Her surprising experience on The Blox and what it taught her about purpose
• Real talk about the limits of 15-minute vet visits and how pet parents can do better

One simple tip you can act on today? Flip that kibble bag and read the ingredients. The truth is often hiding in plain sight.

Links & Resources

• Learn more about Marketa: Paws-Balance.com
• Reach out: holisticpetcoach@gmail.com
• Dr. Ruth Roberts — Your go‑to integrative veterinarian for natural pet care: DrRuthRoberts.com
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheOriginalHolisticPetHealthCoach
• Instagram: @dr.ruthroberts
• YouTube: @drruthroberts
• TikTok:@dr.ruthroberts 

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*DISCLAIMER: The purpose of this video is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a veterinarian, licensed nutritionist or other qualified professional. You‘re encouraged to do your own research and should not rely on this information as professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Dr. Ruth and her guests express their own opinions, experience and conclusions, and Dr. Ruth Roberts neither endorses or opposes any particular views discussed here. 🐾 FIND a Holistic Vet ► https://www.ahvma.org/ 

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