Do you want to be the best parent you can be to your dog or cat? We give you tips and tricks to improve the lives of your pets and keep them happy and healthy! We publish new episodes twice a week and they run from 5-15 minutes long. Sometimes we have guests and sometimes it is just the host, Liana Sanders, covering the topics you ask about! If you have question or a subject you want to hear addressed on the podcast just drop us a message and we will add it to our list. Subscribe to get the ...
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Attention Pet Parents: It's time to rethink and RESET. Our pets deserve better and this podcast is here to help you figure it all out!
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Dog Training Today with Will Bangura for Pet Parents, Kids & Family, Pets and Animals, and Dog Training Professionals. This is a Education & How To Dog Training Podcast.
Will Bangura, M.S., CAB-ICB, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FFCP is a World Renowned Dog Behaviorist, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, Certified Professional Dog Trainer, and a Fear Free Certified Professional with over 36 years of experience with the most difficult
DOG TRAINING TODAY with WILL BANGURA: Science-Based, Vet-Endorsed Advice for Pet Parents, Kids & Family, Pets and Animals, and Dog Training Professionals. This is a Education & How To Dog Training Podcast. Looking for a science-based, vet-endorsed dog training podcast that is perfect for kids, families, and pets of all ages, even other Dog Trainers and Pet Professionals? Look no further than Dog Training Today with certified dog behavior consultant Will Bangura, M.S., CAB-ICB, CBCC-KA, CPDT- ...
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Join one dog mom and one cat mom (who happen to be best friends!), as they dive into the completely ridiculous, gross and magical cult you join the moment you become a pet parent. “Pet Parents, Oversharing,” hosted by comedians Kaity Reagle and Andrea Shapiro, unpacks the awkward stories, the catastrophic failures, and the fluffy feel-good moments of redemption that’ll have you howling with laughter & recognition of what it means to share your life with a furry friend. Brought to you by your ...
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The Paw'd Cast is an informational podcast by Faithful Friends for pet lovers.
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Raising your paws is the go-to resource for both cat and dog pet parents. Each episode will offer you quick tips, practical solutions and insights from leading authors and experts that will help you increase your skills, feel more in control, save time, and give you the confidence to know what to do, in caring for the furry, four-legged members of your family.
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It's easy to say "add Omega's" to your pets diet . . . but what does that actually mean? What should we be looking for? Why would we add them and how? Judah Veitel has a rich history in the functional medicine space and as Clinical Nutrition Education Specialist for Nordic Naturals, he joins me on this week's episode to break down what you need to …
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Send us a text Discover the secrets behind transforming your reactive dog into a calm and happy companion. Join me, Will Bangura, a certified canine behaviorist, as we unravel the complexities of canine aggression and fear-based behaviors. In this eye-opening discussion, you'll learn why punishment-based methods like prong collars and shock collars…
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Canine Cancer Awareness, Part 2 on The Weekly Pet Roundup
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Isabel and I continued our conversation with preventative tips for cancer which happen to overlap between all species! Some of the thngs we talked about include: - fasting - ketogenic diets - rotating keto with high protein - grounding - circadian rhythms - red light and blue light - antioxidants - omega 3's - nutrient absorption - must do at home …
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Are You Correcting Aggression or Punishing Fear: Insights from Canine Behaviorist Will Bangura
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Send us a text Unlock the secrets to transforming your dog's behavior with insights from Will Bangura, a certified canine behaviorist and owner of Phoenix Dog Training. Learn how fear, anxiety, and stress are often the hidden drivers behind severe fears, phobias, aggression, and reactivity in dogs. Will explains why addressing these underlying emot…
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173. Revolutionizing Pet Nutrition: How Steve's Real Food Brought Raw Diets to the Mainstream
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As a pet nutritionist, I am very passionate about the foods we feed to our pets - yes, your pets too! The conversation around raw food diets is controversial and I have found that the conversation is much easier had around ultra processed foods and minimally processed foods. Without a doubt, minimally processed wins hands down every time. Steve's R…
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At this point, most of our dogs will have some brush with cancer. That sucks. BUT we now know that 90-95% is LIFESTYLE, which is so empowering! Dr. Katie Kangas joins me on this Instagram live to discuss prevention and what to do if faced with a diagnosis. Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https://jessicalfisher.com/product/h…
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Canine Cancer Awareness, Part 1 | Weekly Pet Roundup
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In part 1, Isabel and I discuss some statistics around canine cancer, how it is mostly lifestyle, and some of th things we can do as preventative measures for both us and our pets. Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https://jessicalfisher.com/product/holistic-pet-health-coaching-consultation/ 💜 Follow Jessica on Instagram http…
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Dog House-Training 101: Potty Training Unleashed
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Send us a text Unlock the secrets to successful potty training for your furry friends with pet behavior expert Will Bangura. Do you find yourself frustrated with a rambunctious new puppy or an older dog that just can't seem to get it right? You're in the right place. This episode promises to equip you with the tools and insights from Will's book, "…
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When I find people who are so multifaceted that they literally blow my mind, I know that I have to bring them on the podcast to talk to YOU! I've had Chelsea Kent on my radar for quite a while. She's incredible! She owns an indie pet store, she attends AAFCO meetings, she owns Parsley Pet and she owns Solutions Pet Products. I finally got to meet h…
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170. The Raw Revolution - IG Live with Girls Gone Raw
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The truth is that kibble is the experiment and that experiment has failed. Lauren, the founder of Girls Gone Raw Pet Health, joins me to discuss the health revolution in the U.S. and how we are actively looking to feed our pets better! Have you made the switch? Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https://jessicalfisher.com/prod…
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When Oncotect first reached out to me and offered a test for my dog Kimberly, I was like "Sure!" and didn't think too much of it. Then the email with the results hit my inbox and my heart sank. I didn't want to open it. Was it better that I just not know? What if she has cancer? I did open it, breath held, and thank goodness her chances for having …
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168. The Shocking Truth About Prescription Pet Food
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Did you know . . . - That Rx pet food doesn't contain any medication? - That Rx pet foods ingredients are often WORSE than the off the shelf brands? - That Rx pet food isn't designed to be used long term? Let's break it all down with Dr. Chris Bessent of Medicus Veterinary Diets! Send us a text 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https://jess…
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The PURR Act | Weekly Pet Roundup
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Getting involved in legislation seems overwhelming, and it is, but it's also our responsibility because when we don't get involved we allow things to just happen to us ... and I believe that's how we got to this place. The PURR Act is being reviewed in Congress and it's not ready to be signed into law at best, but certainly not good for anyone who …
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Send us a text Experience a transformative shift in dog training methods by abandoning outdated punishment-based techniques and embracing the power of positive reinforcement. Discover how scientific research has debunked the effectiveness of shock collars, prong collars, and choke chains, revealing their long-term harm. Join me, Will Bangura, as we…
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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…
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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…
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Send us a text Unlock the secrets of effective dog behavior modification with our latest episode featuring your host, Will Bangura. Ever wonder why your attempts to correct your dog's behavior aren't yielding results? It might just be the environment you're overlooking. Join us as we unravel the critical role of environmental management in dog trai…
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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…
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Send us a text Discover how to transform your reactive or aggressive dog with insights that could make a life-altering difference. Join me, Will Bangura, Arizona's only certified canine behaviorist, as I share the critical truths about why traditional board and train programs might be failing you and your furry friend. We'll unravel the misconcepti…
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165. What's In Your Dogs Food? with Maria Ringo of Carna4
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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…
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Raw Feeding MYTHS with Raw Feeding 101 (IG Live)
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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 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https://jessicalfisher.com/product/holistic-pet-health-coaching-consultation/ 💜 Follow Jessica …
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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 …
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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…
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Changing Your Cats Food, Resource Guarding in Dogs & More! | Weekly Pet Roundup Q&A
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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…
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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…
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Happy Cat Month, Part 2 | Weekly Pet Roundup
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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 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https://jessicalfisher.com/produc…
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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…
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Raising Happy Cats, Part 1 | Weekly Pet Roundup
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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…
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160. The TRUTH About Supplements for Pets with Krysta Fox
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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…
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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…
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159. Can Mushrooms Help Dogs & Cats ... with Lee Carroll
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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 …
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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 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https://jessicalfisher.com/product/holistic-pet-health-coaching-consultation…
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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 …
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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 🐶 🐱 Nutrition …
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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 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Holistic Health Consults: https://jessicalfisher.com/product/holistic-pet-health-coaching-consultation/ 💜 Follow Je…
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155. Is Your Dog Missing This KEY Ingredient? with Rob Ryan of Gussy's Gut
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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 🐶 🐱 Nu…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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#162 Choosing the Best Training Option for Your Dog: Private Lessons, Group Classes, and Board & Train Programs: Dog Training Today will Will Bangura, M.S., CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FFCP
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Send us a text Why struggle with training your dog when you could have the ultimate guide to success? In today's episode of Dog Training Today, I, Will Bangura, break down the best dog training options for your furry friend. We weigh the advantages and disadvantages of private lessons, group classes, and board and train programs, making sure you ge…
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152. Should Dogs Eat Vegetables? with Kelley Marian of Green Juju
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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…
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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…
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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…
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#161 Preventing Canine Separation Anxiety and Fostering Independence, Effective Training and Enrichment Tips: Dog Training Today will Will Bangura, M.S., CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FFCP
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Send us a text Can letting your dog follow you around all day actually contribute to separation anxiety? Let's explore this common concern and find the right balance between bonding and fostering independence in your canine companion. Join me, Will Bangura, as we debunk the myth that comforting a fearful dog reinforces its fear and discover why pos…
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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…
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#160 The Biggest Lie in Dog Training: Dog Training Today will Will Bangura, M.S., CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FFCP
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Send us a text Ever wondered if positive reinforcement can truly transform your high-prey drive dog? Join us as we challenge the age-old myth that positive training methods fall short in tough situations. Pet behavior experts Will Bangura and Jordan Marsteller open up about their journey from compulsion-based training to embracing science-backed po…
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Demystifying DCM with Flo Mason from Crude Carnivore
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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 🐶 🐱 Nutr…
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#159 Dog Daddy Training Failure: Dog Training Today will Will Bangura, M.S., CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FFCP
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Send us a text Are forceful dog training techniques really effective, or do they simply instill fear? In this episode, we scrutinize the controversial methods of Dog Daddy Augusto de Oliveira through the lens of an eye-opening article by Angel Willis. After spending $1,500 on a 90-minute session, Angel initially saw improvements in her pit bull's a…
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150. Top At Home Tips From A Veterinarian with Dr. Katie Woodley
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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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#158 Keeping Your Dog Safe and Happy: Summer Heat, Heat Stroke, and Behavioral Challenges: Dog Training Today will Will Bangura, M.S., CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FFCP
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Send us a text How can you ensure your furry friend stays safe when temperatures soar? Tune in as we share essential tips and critical insights to keep your dogs comfortable and protected throughout the summer months. Learn the simple back-of-the-hand test to check if the ground is too hot for your dog’s paws, and get detailed comparisons of using …
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