Next Level Pet Parent

If your dog keeps getting ear infections, itchy skin, or you've been told they have allergies that never seem to fully resolve, yeast overgrowth in the gut may be the real answer nobody has given you yet.  In this episode, I sit down with Julie Anne Lee, founder of Adored Beast Apothecary and one of the most experienced holistic animal practitioners in North America. Julie has spent over 25 y...

If your dog is still scratching, flaring up, or stuck in the loop of medication and prescription diets with no real improvement, this episode is for you.  We sat down with Billy Hoekman, VP of Nutrition and Formulation at Green Juju, to talk about what's actually driving dog allergies today and what a real, practical, natural approach looks like.  Billy worked through this with his own French...

If your dog keeps having pancreatitis episodes despite diet changes and supplements, you are not doing anything wrong.  The problem is that pancreatitis rarely exists on its own, and the conditions that overlap with it, EPI and SIBO, can look almost identical and require completely different approaches.  In this episode, I sit down with Julie Anne Lee, founder of Adored Beast, to break down why pa...

One in 1.65 dogs in the U.S. is currently being diagnosed with cancer. That number closely mirrors the human cancer rate, and according to today's guest, that is not a coincidence.  In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Marlene Siegel, an integrative veterinarian with over 40 years of experience, to talk about what is actually driving the rise in chronic disease and cancer in dogs.  Not just...

If you've been wondering how to keep your dog healthy naturally but still feel like something's missing, this is the episode that brings it all together. We sit down with holistic veterinarian Dr. Odette Suter, also known as Dr. Poop Lady, to walk through her seven pillars of dog health.  A whole-body framework covering nutrition, gut health, detox, hormones, the nervous system, exercise...

If your dog just tested positive for a tick-borne disease and you're wondering what that result actually means, this episode is for you. When our dog Milka came back positive for Ehrlichia, we were handed a doxycycline prescription on the spot. We went home, did more research, and with expert support chose a different path. What happened over the next three weeks completely changed how we thi...

If you’ve found fleas on your dog or just pulled off a tick, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed about what to do next. This conversation walks you through a clear, calm approach so you can respond with confidence instead of guessing. You’ll learn: • How to tell the difference between a few fleas and a true infestation • What those black dots on your dog’s skin actually mean • The right way to remove a...

If you've been trying to protect your dog from fleas and ticks naturally but keep hitting conflicting advice and products that don't deliver, the problem probably isn't what you're using; it's that you're still looking for one thing to do everything. In this episode, clinical canine herbalist Rita Hogan walks through the layered approach she's used with thousands...

If you’ve already given your dog a flea and tick medication and now you’re second-guessing that decision, this conversation will help you take a clear next step.  Even when your dog seems completely fine, it’s natural to wonder if something could show up later and what you should be doing right now. In this episode, you’ll learn how to approach this calmly and proactively, without feeling overwhel...

If your dog seemed completely fine after a flea and tick medication, but now you’re starting to question whether it was actually safe, you’re not alone. Many pet parents don’t realize that reactions to medications like Bravecto, NexGard, and Simparica don’t always show up right away. In this conversation, we break down why symptoms can appear later and how to think through those changes more clear...

If your dog’s bloodwork keeps coming back abnormal but they seem completely fine, it can leave you feeling confused, anxious, and unsure what to do next. We went through exactly that with Milka. Over the course of a year, her bloodwork consistently showed elevated red blood cells and later elevated liver enzymes, even though she had zero symptoms. This episode is about what helped us step out of p...

If you’ve ever felt confused about what you can trust in natural pet health, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on behind the scenes. We’re sharing why content is changing and what it means for you as a pet parent. What you’ll learn:  • Why some natural pet health content gets removed or changed  • What the recent Augustine Approved fine reveals about the industry  • Why cer...

Are veterinarians really the only healthcare experts your pet needs? In this eye-opening episode, we’re breaking down the myth that your veterinarian should do it all. Pet parenting is evolving—and so should your approach to your pet’s health. In this powerful episode, we’re joined by holistic pet health coach Jessica Fisher from The Pet Parenting Reset podcast to talk about building a well-rounde...

The #1 Regret Pet Parents Have – And How to Avoid It In this heartfelt and unfiltered conversation, Julie Anne Lee, founder of Adored Beast, joins us to talk about the emotional rollercoaster of pet parenting. We dive into our personal stories of regret, pressure, holistic healing, and the #1 thing that matters more than the perfect supplement or food…  You’ll learn:  🐾 Julie’s biggest turning po...

🐱 Want to help your cat live a longer, healthier life? You need to hear this!  On this week’s episode, Jae Kennedy & Adrienne Lefebvre, aka the Two Crazy Cat Ladies , reveal how to raise a thriving , healthy cat using natural and holistic methods. And it’s not just about feeding the “right” food—there’s a bigger picture when it comes to cat health! Their approach has helped countless cat pare...

🚨 Could antibiotics be doing more harm than good to your pet’s health?  Antibiotics have their place in veterinary medicine, but the alarming frequency of unnecessary prescriptions —often without proper testing—is creating a silent health crisis for our pets. In this episode, we uncover the real impact and side effects of metronidazole and other antibiotics , together with Julie Ann Lee, founder...

🐾 Do you ever leave the vet’s office feeling frustrated, pressured, or even hopeless? You’re not alone! The reason is probably because you haven’t yet found the right veterinarian for you and your pet! The truth is, not all vets approach pet healthcare the same way. Some focus on quick fixes, while others take a deeper, whole-body approach to healing. So how do you find a vet who truly listens, u...

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📢 The #1 thing that threatens your pet’s longevity , but most vets aren’t aware. What if everything you thought you knew about pet health was missing a key piece? In this episode, we sit down with Julie Anne Lee (DCH, RSCHom), cancer researcher and founder of Adored Beast, ​​to uncover the #1 missing link in pet health—cellular protection.  Julie breaks down how modern environmental stressors, to...

📢 Empowering pet parents to handle stressful veterinary care situations with confidence and clarity is the central theme of today’s episode. Dr. Lynda Loudon is an integrative emergency veterinarian and euthanasia veterinarian with over 20 years of experience who’s seen firsthand how pet health and veterinary practices have evolved, and she has some powerful insights for pet parents. 🔹 What you’...

📢 Want to help your pet live a longer, healthier life without allergies, digestive upset, and anxiety? The key might be in their gut! In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of pet probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics for pets with holistic pet care pioneer Julie Anne Lee (DCH, RCSHom). With nearly 30 years of experience, Julie reveals how these powerful gut health microbes...

Transform your pet’s health without having to change their entire pet food! Did you know that adding just 20% fresh food to your pet’s kibble, wet food, or cooked food can make a big impact? A study from the University of Helsinki found that puppies who had even a small amount of raw food mixed with their kibble experienced fewer allergies, better skin health, and reduced disease markers as adults...

Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Julie Anne Lee, DCH, RCSHom— cancer researcher, homeopath, founder of Adored Beast, and a true pioneer in holistic health care.   In this episode, Julie dives into the groundbreaking cancer research she’s been spearheading at Dalhousie University for the past five years with Dragonfly Research. Listen now to learn how her cancer study is revolutionizing...

Pet allergies and itchy skin are among the most common and frustrating challenges for pet parents today, but could the solution lie in a more natural, holistic approach? Julie Anne Lee, DCH, RCSHom, former practitioner and owner of some of the busiest holistic veterinary hospitals in the world and founder of Adored Beast, is here to share her expert insights into naturally addressing pet allergies...