The Pet Parenting Reset

How Green Juju’s Soil Probiotic Transformed Dog Symptoms (New Study Results) takes you behind the scenes of a brand‑new study on one of the most talked‑about gut health products in pet nutrition. In this episode, Billy from Green Juju walks us through the research they conducted with Innovative Pet Lab on Soil, their veggie‑fermented probiotic blend, and what they actually saw in the dogs who took...

This solo episode is your gentle reality check before you hit “add to cart.” You’ll hear why not every supplement, gadget, or trendy protocol you discover online (or even on this podcast) is automatically right for your individual animal. Instead of chasing every new thing, we’ll slow down and focus on what the animal in front of you is actually showing you. Send us Fan Mail 🐶 🐱 Nutrition &...

Real food changes everything—and once you see it, you can’t unsee it. In this episode, I sit down with Heather Enajibi of K9 Naturals to talk about what actually happens when you move dogs (and cats) off ultra-processed diets and onto real, whole food. We share real-world examples of changes in energy, coat, digestion, and overall resilience—and why those shifts make sense when you understand how...

In this episode, we sit down with Jackie Jolie of AnimaSol to explore how light can actually help the body heal. We break down what red light therapy is, why infrared and near‑infrared wavelengths matter, and what UV really does inside the body. Jackie explains how bringing nature’s full light spectrum back into our daily lives can support everything from energy and recovery to mood and sleep. We...

The gut is where everything starts. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Odette Suter to go deep on the canine microbiome—what actually drives gut health, where things go wrong, and how to start fixing it in a way that makes sense. We talk about dysbiosis, yeast, digestion issues, and why so many dogs are stuck in cycles of loose stool, itching, and inflammation. Dr. Suter breaks down how food, en...

What really happens behind the scenes of the pet industry? In this episode, I sit down with Clayton Payne of Pet Business Disruptors , who has spent more than 30 years working inside the pet industry in both the U.S. and the U.K. Together we pull back the curtain on how the industry actually operates—from marketing claims and labeling tricks to the signals consumers think matter but often don’t. W...

Walk into any pet store and you’ll see shelves packed with supplements promising better joints, better digestion, better skin, and longer lives for your dog. But how many of them actually do anything? In this episode, I sit down with Chef Scot Hill of Woof Creek to talk about the supplement industry, what most pet parents get wrong, and how to think about supplements in the context of a real, whol...

What if your pet isn’t just reacting to you… but reflecting you? In this episode, I sit down with Lisa Tully to explore animal communication and the idea that our animals mirror our emotional state, stress patterns, and even unspoken energy. We talk about how communication goes beyond words, how behavior can sometimes be a message, and what it means when your pet seems to carry the very thing you’...

First aid doesn’t have to mean synthetic chemicals and petroleum junk. In this episode, we dive into Green Goo’s plant-powered herbal salves and how whole-plant infusions can support real skin healing—for pets and people. We break down the herbs they use (like blue chamomile, yarrow, rosehip, and helichrysum), why slow infusions matter, and when a simple topical can actually move the needle on cut...

Food isn’t just fuel—it’s information. In this episode, I sit down with a functional canine nutritionist to break down what “food as medicine” really means for dogs. We go beyond calories and “complete & balanced” to talk about gut function, inflammation, detox pathways, nutrient density, and how to build a bowl that supports the whole body—not just maintenance. You’ll learn how functional nut...

Enrichment isn’t extra—it’s essential. Tori Mistick joins me to break down canine enrichment that actually works: why bored brains create behavior problems, how to meet your dog’s mental and sensory needs, and simple, doable ideas you can start today. From food puzzles to scent work to environment tweaks, this episode shows how the right enrichment can reduce anxiety, reactivity, and destruction—a...

This Pet Health Junkies episode is on fire with Dr. Marlene Siegel breaking down her 6 steps to transform your pets health (and honestly your health too)!  Dr. Marlene Siegel walks us through her 6-step wellness system —for pets and people. We cover drainage → detox, gut/microbiome, clean environment, nutrient-dense food, nervous-system regulation, and lifestyle basics—what to do first, how to sta...

The Water Episode with Cydian Kauffman : why EPA standards fail pets (and women) and what to do about it. We break down the worst offenders— PFAS, fluoride, chloramine, heavy metals —and map a practical plan: how to read your local report, when to use reverse osmosis vs. carbon/KDF , and how to remineralize so hydration actually helps. Plus pet-specific protocols (bowls, daily changes, travel wate...

Do mushrooms help “doggy dementia”? In this episode, I sit down with Carter from CBD Dog to unpack their senior dog study on Canine Cognitive Dysfunction (CCD) —what they tested, what changed, and how you can use it. We cover the mushroom blend (think Lion’s Mane + supportive allies), study design and real outcomes (orientation, sleep, anxiety, engagement), how to dose and stack with food, and sim...

Is your dog missing the one ingredient that unlocks better energy, gut health, and skin? In this episode with Geoff Bowers of Totoniks , we dig into bioavailable trace minerals (plus the fulvic factors that boost absorption), signs of deficiency, how to dose, and how to stack it with real food for visible results . Simple, safe, no fluff—just what actually moves the needle. I've already seen...

Are pet supplements safe? In this episode, I sit down with Rebecca Rose (inClover) to cut through the hype. We break down how to vet brands like a pro —third-party testing and COAs , standardized ingredients, real dosing, label red flags, and a 60-second audit you can use before you buy. Practical picks for gut, skin, and joint support—no fluff, just what works. Send us Fan Mail 🐶 🐱 Nutrition &a...

Year-end, no fluff. Billy Hoekman joins me to unpack what actually changed in pet food 2025 —big brands piling into “fresh,” label games to watch, and what still doesn’t add up. Then we dig into Green Juju’s new food-based probiotics —what they are, why they hit different than capsules/powders, real-world signs they’re working (stool, skin, resilience), and simple ways to use them daily or in puls...

Big Pet Food went “fresh” in 2025—but is it fresh or just fresh spin? Lauren from Girls Gone Raw joins me to unpack the year: acquisitions, new gently-cooked lines, and the synthetic additives already backfiring in big-box “fresh” foods. We break down what to watch for on labels, how to spot real food vs. marketing, and smarter upgrades you can make today. Send us Fan Mail 🐶 🐱 Nutrition & Ho...

Liver support, done right. I sit down with Sean Zyer (Earth Buddy) to unpack glutathione —what it is, why dogs burn through it, and how liposomal delivery actually improves absorption. We cover real-world signs of liver stress (itch/yeast cycles, slow recovery, sensitivities), smart dosing by body weight, and how to stack glutathione with food-first upgrades (bitter greens, clean fats, minerals) f...

If your dog is slowing down, stiff after play, or just not moving like they used to, this episode is for you. I sat down with Tvati’s founder and Dr. Katie Kangas to unpack a truly holistic approach to mobility—no band-aids, no hype. We get into what Tvati is, why it’s so simple (hibiscus oil + MCT), how it’s used, and the real-world changes Dr. Kangas is seeing in practice. You’ll learn: What Tva...

Panic helps no one. In this episode, Kara and I rip through the pet emergency mistakes that make things worse—and the integrative, fear-free steps that actually help. When to bolt to the ER vs. hold, how to stabilize and support (pain, calm, electrolytes), what belongs in your go-bag, and the exact questions to fire at the vet. Fast, practical, no fluff... with REAL experiences that Kara recently...

If your pet feels worse every time you “detox,” you’re not crazy—you’re skipping the steps that make detox safe. In this episode, Dr. Marlene Siegel lays out a no-BS roadmap so you stop chasing symptoms and start clearing the mess the right way. You’ll learn: Drainage before detox: liver, lymph, gut—what to open first (and how to know it’s open) Common mistakes that backfire: pushing binders too f...

In this episode, I sit down with Jason Donas of Venjenz to break down what it really means to heal dogs naturally —beyond kibble, quick fixes, and symptom-chasing. We get into transfer factors (what they are and how they support immune intelligence), gut health as the control center , and where targeted detox support (including zeolite) can fit into a real-food lifestyle. We also talk openly about...

Stop guessing. In this solo episode, I introduce Wild Wellness Pet and our bioresonance hair + saliva kits —a root-cause scan for dogs stuck in the itch–gut–allergy loop. I’ll break down what the test actually reads (food/environment sensitivities, microbial + toxin stress, nutrient imbalances), and why this approach saves you time, money, and your sanity. If you’re ready to move from symptoms to...

Holistic vet Dr. Kristi Wilson shares her path from cancer survivor to TCVM practitioner—and how that journey reshaped her approach to animal care. We unpack bioresonance in plain English, what it adds to a whole-pet workup, and how she builds individualized vaccine plans (including titer testing and timing). Expect practical takeaways you can use with your own vet team: food therapy basics, nervo...