My Dog Is Better Than Your Dog

In this episode, I catch up with Shannon, my former technician at Integrative Pet, who is now in vet school. We chatted about her experience in vet school, how she used her mindset as a gymnast to help her cultivate the resilience she needed in a demanding vet program, working as a team in the veterinary space and how we need more female vets in leadership positions. And we dive deep into mental h...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Eve Harrison, an integrative concierge house-call veterinarian based in Los Angeles and the founder of House Call Vet Academy. Together, we dive into what concierge veterinary care looks like and why this hands-on intensive model of care creates better health outcomes and allows pet parents to have a "family vet" with whom they can cultivate a deep bond. Whethe...

In this episode, I chat with Noelle, my marketing director, about the exciting new membership we're launching focused on preventative health care for pets. We talk about what it really takes to help your pet live the longest and healthiest life possible with you. And we share how you can become one of the founding members of the Concierge Membership (I’m only taking on 15 pet parents in this first...

In this episode, Dr. Lily dives into an important and timely discussion about long-term pain management for pets, addressing the concerns surrounding popular pain injections like Librela and Solensia. While these quick fixes may seem appealing, they come with potential long-term complications and risks that every pet parent should be aware of. We explore what truly moves the needle in pain managem...

It’s a holiday episode! Mistletoe isn’t just festive—it’s a powerful natural therapy for pets with cancer or chronic inflammation. With immune-boosting and anticancer properties, mistletoe targets cancer cells while sparing healthy ones, something chemo can’t actually do. It works beautifully with chemo or as part of holistic protocol alongside other natural modalities like Vitamin C therapy. And...

What if your vet truly listened, made time for your questions, honored your bond with your pet, and supported you emotionally through the vulnerable moments? What if they treated your pet like they were special—not just another dog or cat—and gave you options for their health care? And what if they even honored the deep spiritual bond you have with your pet? That’s the reality I create at my Welln...

In this episode, I sit down with Debra, a special client who has played a big role in shaping the vet I am today. For 10 years, I cared for her beloved dogs, Sammy, Lukey, Sophie, and Allie, every single week. When I had a house call practice, I would go over to Debra every Saturday morning. And even now, I still have the privilege of caring for her new puppy. In this episode, we explore the deep...

If you want to feed your dog the very best food (even if you don't have time to home cook meals or feed raw) this episode is for you. Dr. Hillary and I dive into the essentials of optimal dog nutrition covering what you won't hear from most conventional vets (spoiler: they don't teach us this in vet school!). We chat about age-appropriate diets, what's missing when the packet says "complete and ba...

If you and your dog are on a cancer journey or you’re grieving a furry friend, this is the episode for you. I chat with Diane, a very special pet patient’s mom, about her Golden Retriever, Apple—a former show dog, squirrel enthusiast, born emotional support pet, and Instagram influencer. After Apple was diagnosed with cardio hemangiosarcoma, Diane pulled out all the stops to give her the best holi...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Andy Roark to dive into the big questions around veterinary ownership and why it matters. We explore what it means for you and your pet when vet practices are privately owned versus corporate-owned. We chat about the importance of finding a practice that matches your non-negotiables—whether it’s convenience or high-touch vet care. With practical tips on what qu...

In this episode, Dr. Trina and I chat about how we do things differently at the wellness center. We get into everything from making pet parents feel heard to the new generation of vets to finding a specialist for your pet. If you’re curious about what it’s like to have an appointment at the Integrative Pet Wellness Center, you need to listen to this episode.  FOLLOW:  Integrative Pet Wellness Cent...

Whether you're a pet parent wanting to prevent cancer for your pup or a vet who's seeing cancer patients, you need to listen to this episode. Dr. Kendra, Dr. Trina, and I dive deep into conversations like what is the most effective way to do chemo? Can we heal dogs with mistletoe and vitamin C on their own? And what about ozone therapy? Tune in to learn about personalized, robust, cross-disciplina...

Is your senior dog slowing down, hesitant to jump, or playing less? Pain might be the culprit. In this episode, fellow integrative vet Dr. Tori and I dive deep into Paw Sha, a pioneering technique she developed by adapting human Gua Sha for dogs. By gently gliding this special flat stone along your dog’s fur, you can smooth out their fascia, relieve pain, and enhance their mobility. Tune in to hea...

Is ozone therapy the missing piece for your pet’s healing? In this episode, I dive into Ozone Therapy for pets with Jonothan Lowe. From treating chronic kidney disease to healing wounds to resolving challenging skin issues and helping with cancer care, ozone therapy has been a game changer for the pet’s in my care. And it’s so ridiculously effective for treating infections some of the antibiotics...

At 36, Joni was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, and her dog with mammary cancer. These diagnoses led her to explore natural medicine, where she discovered medicinal mushrooms. Learn why whenever we eat a mushroom, it activates our immune system–in a good way. And tune in to hear how mushrooms can aid your dog's healing, support their overall health, and how to choose the right mushroom for your pup...

Having an injury or an amputation doesn’t have to mean your dog has to totally give up the life they had before. In this episode, I chatted with Ashely from Orthopets about their custom orthotics and prosthetics. Braces can be a game-changing alternative to surgery, especially when combined with regenerative treatments like PRP and stem cells. And they can be a powerful preventative measure when w...

Dr. Lily chats with fellow integrative vet Dr. Magda about the different approaches to treating cancer. From Chinese mushrooms and Chinese herbal formulas to acupuncture and ozone therapy, there are so many ways you can naturally support your dog with getting cancer into remission. And if you do choose to do chemo, there are natural modalities you can use to lessen the symptoms and help your dog g...

This episode is a short conversation between fellow Integrative Vet, Dr. Magda and I about long lasting pain injections, Librela and Solensia. We chat about some of the risks involved when using these drugs- as there are with all drugs. KEY INSIGHTS: What are the dangers of using these injections? A FB group of owners sharing Librela experiences, here’s what they have to say. Why every pet needs a...

Should your dog be on hormone therapy? When we spay and neuter our pets, we take away their sex hormones, which have important functions in the body, just like they do for us humans. In this episode, fellow functional vet Dr Madga and I dive into the risks and benefits of spaying and neutering when it comes to cancer. We chat about vasectomies and ovarian-sparing surgeries to help preserve a pet's...

If you've ever been curious about flower essences, this episode is for you! Dr Magda and I dive deep into these beautiful, gentle remedies. They were first discovered by homeopath Dr Bach, who collected the morning dew of various flowers and gave them to his patients to see what effect each flower had. Each flower works on specific emotional states, the root cause of many of the unwanted behaviors...

Description: In Part 1 of this enlightening conversation, we bring you the first half of a deep dive into the inspiring journey of Dr. Magda, a holistic veterinarian with a truly global perspective. Dr. Magda, who was born in Poland and grew up in Philadelphia, shares her unique path to becoming an integrative vet. Introduced to holistic medicine at a young age by her parents, she only came to app...

In today’s episode, I have the honor of speaking with Dr. Lynette Hart, Professor Emerita at the Department of Population Health and Reproduction at the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. With a career dedicated to exploring human-animal interactions and basic animal behavior studies, Dr. Hart, alongside Benjamin Hart, is wrapping up a groundbreaking 12-year research project. This extensive s...

We’re back for the second installment of our insightful conversation with Julie Anne Lee, the visionary founder and co-owner of Adored Beast Apothecary. In this follow-up episode, Julie delves even deeper into the world of homeopathy, sharing more of her wisdom on how holistic pet care can transform your dog’s health—starting from the gut. From unpacking the philosophy behind homeopathic remedies...

Join us for an enlightening episode of "My Dog is Better Than Your Dog," featuring Julie Anne Lee, a leading authority and expert in Homeopathy. As the founder and co-owner of Adored Beast Apothecary, Julie formulates holistic pet care products. Discover how she develops protocols for optimizing gut health, a crucial aspect of overall health for both animals and humans. This episode is packed full...

In this episode of “My Dog is Better Than Your Dog,” we are thrilled to welcome Billy Hoekman, Vice President of Nutrition and Communication for Green Juju. Billy is a trusted pet health advocate known for his ability to turn complex nutrition concepts into plain English. He is deeply involved in formulation, product development, and science education, working closely with farmers to ensure the be...