My Dog Is Better Than Your Dog

In this episode, Shari, a cherished Concierge Member and founder of the Shari's Daycare, and I explore what it really looks like to offer the highest level of care. Shari shares how her daycare model flipped the script on what a day care can be. Think luxury concierge-style services, individualized enrichment, personalized meals, and even a pickup school bus for dogs. Basically it’s like a kin...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Katie Woodley—aka The Natural Pet Doctor—for a heart-opening, science-rich chat on gut health, food sensitivities, chronic skin issues (because the skin always tells a deeper story), and what to do if your dog keeps having diarrhea. Dr. Katie's shift from conventional vet med to holistic gut expert began when her husband was diagnosed with ulcerative coliti...

It’s our 1-year podcast anniversary! 🎉 And what better way to celebrate than with a real, unfiltered Q&A answering the exact questions pet parents are asking right now. In this special episode, I’m joined by two amazing guests and Concierge Members—Janet and Shari—who open up about their journeys with chronic pet conditions, shifting from a conventional to integrative vet model, and the heali...

This week’s guest is someone I absolutely adore, Shari! 💜 She’s a longtime client, a rockstar in our Concierge Membership, and one of the most open-hearted learners I know. Shari’s story is a reminder that when you stay curious and say yes to growth, amazing things can happen. She started her journey in vet med in the 80s as a kennel assistant. From there? She soaked up everything she could—learn...

Could this be what’s been missing in your pet’s healing journey? Okay, pet parents… this might be the most unexpectedly fascinating episode we’ve ever recorded. Yes, we’re talking about poop 💩. But not just any poop. We're talking about fecal microbiota transplants (FMT) , a powerful healing therapy that’s helping pets recover from chronic disease, regulate their immune system, and even change th...

In this episode, I sit down with one of our incredible vet assistants, Mickie, for a  fun and refreshingly candid  conversation about what it  really  looks like to go from total skeptic to full on believer in holistic medicine. When Mickie first joined us as an extern, she didn’t hold back—she was questioning everything from acupuncture to fecal transplants to crystals (especially the unicorn one...

This week, I’m joined by Dr. Tina Hansen (aka the Purple Vet), an integrative veterinarian from Norway with a global perspective and a huge heart for real nutrition. She’s worked with animals all over the world, from the UK to South Africa to the Caribbean to Argentina to Zimbabwe, and what she’s seen will make you rethink everything you thought you knew about pet food. In this episode, we dive in...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Edward Bassingthwaighte, aka The Healing Vet, to explore one of the most fascinating (and sometimes misunderstood) topics in animal care: energy healing. Dr. Edward shares his deeply personal journey from working in conventional vet hospitals to creating his own method of intuitive bodywork and energy healing to being forced to heal himself from Lyme disease an...

This week, we’re having a conversation that doesn’t get nearly enough airtime but impacts almost every pet parent at some point. I’m joined by Suzanne Cannon, founder of VetBilling, for a powerful and honest discussion about the money side of vet care and how we can make it less stressful, less overwhelming, and way more compassionate for everyone involved. Suzanne shares the personal story that i...

This episode is a little woo… and a lot groundbreaking. We’re talking about magic mushrooms for pets. In Part 2 of my conversation with integrative vet and medicinal mushroom expert Dr. Rob Silver, we explore how psilocybin (the compound in psychedelic mushrooms) could offer new hope for pets with anxiety, PTSD, and trauma-based behavioral issues. Dr. Silver shares the story of his own rescue dog...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Rob Silver an integrative vet to unpack one of the hottest topics in pet wellness right now: mushrooms. Dr. Rob is a true pioneer when it comes to using medicinal mushrooms to help pets heal and in this episode, we talk about how mushrooms can support pets facing cognitive decline, cancer (in particular hemangiosarcoma), allergies, Cushing’s, and boost overall...

In this deeply inspiring episode, I’m joined by the brilliant and truly one-of-a-kind Dr. Meghan Barrett—a holistic veterinarian, sound healer, and musician based in Honolulu, Hawaii. We talk about everything from harp music for horses to how tuning forks can do more than calm the nervous system—they can actually help move fluid, soften tight fascia, and support physical healing when needles aren’...

This week, I’m joined once again by the deeply wise and generous Dr. Nell—veterinarian, beloved teacher, and acupuncture wizard. In Part 2 of our conversation, we explore the magic of acupuncture for our animal patients. From kidney disease and seizures to tummy troubles, diabetes, and even Cushing’s... Dr. Nell gently walks us through how this ancient healing art can offer support when convention...

What if I told you your puppy or kitten’s first year is the single most important window to shape their lifelong health—and that some of the most common vet protocols (though totally well-intentioned!) might actually be setting them up for chronic issues later on? This is your loving wake-up call. In this episode, I’m joined by our amazing vet tech (and proud new puppy mom!) Dianne. We’re unpackin...

In this week’s episode, I sit down with the incredible Dr. Nell for a deeply human, heart-opening conversation that every pet parent and veterinarian needs to hear. We explore a topic that often gets overlooked—the emotional well-being of vets. Dr. Nell shares the mission behind the CALM Movement (Conscious Animal Lovers Movement) and how healing isn’t just about the medicine we use but also the e...

Dr. Marlene Siegel, legendary integrative vet, is on the podcast this week! She shares the story that changed her life forever: a terrifying accident where her daughter’s life was saved by their beloved showhorse. When that same horse was later deemed untreatable by every equine vet, Marlene refused to accept it. That moment ignited a fire in her, a soul-deep commitment to find real solutions for...

This week, I'm joined once again by the brilliant Dr. Katie Kangas—veterinarian, educator, and true oral health guru. With decades of experience working alongside board-certified veterinary dentists, she brings such a deep well of insight. In this episode, we're diving into what every pet parent needs to know about preventing tooth pain, gum disease, and yes—even early death–from untreated dental...

In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Dr. Katie Kangas, a trailblazing integrative veterinarian, to dive into how telemedicine is transforming pet care. With virtual consults, pet parents anywhere—yes, anywhere!—can now access expert holistic guidance, even if there isn’t a holistic vet nearby. Dr. Katie and I have both seen amazing results with our virtual pet patients, even though we’v...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Odette to get into some big questions. Why are pets getting sicker? How do environmental toxins and generational health play a role? And most importantly, what can we do to reverse these trends? We look at how our pets are like the canary in the coal mine, warning us that our modern, toxin-filled world isn't just affecting them—it's affecting us too. We...

What if the key to your pet's health wasn't found in bottles or pills but in the trillions of tiny organisms living inside them? In this fascinating episode, I sit down with Dr. Odette Suter, also known as Dr. Poop Lady, to explore the mysteries of the microbiome living inside our pets (and ourselves!) We explore just how powerful fecal transplants can be for helping pets heal, how a fecal transpl...

I'm Dr. Lily Chen, an integrative veterinarian with 14 years of experience solving tough pet health cases. In this episode, I'll share what integrative veterinary medicine looks like and what options exist for your pet. You'll also hear remarkable healing stories from my own pet patients–Bailey, Leia, and Jinju–to show you what's possible for your pet. I've seen firsthand how t...

In this episode, I sit down with Susan Thixton, the powerhouse behind The Truth About Pet Food, to pull back the curtain on what’s really in your pet’s food—brace yourself, it might shock you. Susan opens up about her deeply personal journey into pet food advocacy after losing her beloved dog to cancer, heartbreakingly linked to toxic preservatives in commercial pet food. For nearly two decades, s...

This is the inspiring story of how one girl's deep love for her dog and her determination to help her heal sparked a movement to empower pet parents everywhere. Laura has brought together an incredible board of experts, including Dr. Rob Silver, Dr. Kendra Pope, Dr. Katie Woodley, Dr. Meghan Barrett, Dr. Trina Hazzah, and Dr. Laurie Coger and myself. Enter Doggy Dish, a game-changing, vet-appr...

In this episode, I sit down with Rita Hogan, an incredible canine herbalist, author, and educator, to dive into the fascinating world of herbal medicine for pets. We explore her decades of experience working with herbs, her journey to becoming a canine herbalist, and the deep wisdom she’s gained from indigenous healing practices, plant energetics, and holistic pet care. This episode is packed with...

In this episode, I sit down with one of my mentors Dr. Kendra Pope, a board-certified veterinary oncologist with advanced training in integrative oncology. We explore why prevention is the best cure and how tools like diet, fasting, and stress management can boost your pet’s health. Dr. Pope and I also dive deep into the unique bond we share with our pets, the way they often reflect our own health...