Off Leash with Dr. Pete

This week we sit down with Mike and Debbie Lee from Iron Horse Overland to talk about all things traveling and dogs. We’ve been putting out a series of podcasts that relate to being on the road with your pets, something almost all of us will do at one time or another. This episode includes tips and tricks for keeping your pets comfortable as well as some amazing stories from Mike and Debbie’s trip...

This week we join Molly on the road to hang with her and a rowdy group of friends at an overland expo which has been dubbed a dog expo. They discuss traveling, different places to go and how to get there with your dogs. We also talk about what makes dogs so great and a bunch of other random topics. This group had a good time and you’ll enjoy it too! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe an...

This week we have another podcast from the overland expo and we sit down with two extremely passionate people, Tyler and Bob. These guys are passionate about a multitude of things but they both love dogs and love bringing their dogs on their adventures with them. We talk about traveling with dogs including some do’s and dont’s. Being on the road with your animals is always a little more stressful...

We are joined by Miss Echo and her dog, Chuck, to discuss a range of different topics centered on camping and overlanding with your dogs! Taking your dogs with you on the road makes life a little more fun! That said, there are some things that can be difficult in doing so and today we cover some advice for making it a little bit easier on you and the dogs. Thanks so much for listening and be sure...

This week on the Off Leash Podcast we’re talking about a difficult topic: Euthanasia. Putting your pet down is one of the most difficult decision you can be forced with making. It’s so hard to know what your pet really needs and even more difficult to know when it’s time to do what’s best for them. Many animal owners have been through this and though it’s hard to talk about, we wanted to cover a r...

Dr. Bob Emery is a renowned veterinarian and has been working on animals for years. Bob has specialized in work with horses and is know for integrating western medicine, chiropractic care, and acupuncture to treat horses dealing with a range of issues. We chat with Bob about some stories and memories he has throughout the years dealing with different animals and situations. He also talks about the...

A couple of weeks ago we had a video discussing some Heartworm protocols that went viral online. People didn’t agree with our take that the American Heartworm Society wants to have you tested more than your dog may actually need. So this week we wanted to address this further and break down exactly what we mean behind our thought process. It’s important to take great care of your dogs but knowing...

This week Dr. Pete breaks down a bunch of information and misinformation about dog supplements and whether or not they actually work. Sometimes these things can have a real impact on the life of your dog while other times it’s all just a load of crap. As a pet owner, it can be a hard to decipher what actually works and what you should be giving your dog. Listen in to learn helpful information in g...

This week our friend Corey Lucas from Cedar Run Decoys joins the podcast to talk about a range of topics involving dogs! We talk about dogs Corey has had and their differences as well as a few different topics involving caring for your dogs. Corey is the owner or Cedar Run Decoys, a custom decoy company in Michigan. His company also creates beautiful decoy urns to help remember your best hunting b...

This week we welcome our guest, Dr. Tom Eberhard. Tom talks with Pete and Molly about dog care and they emphasize discussion about dogs teeth and the importance of brushing them regularly much to Molly’s disbelief! They also share some stories and reminisce all while giving helpful tips and tricks for you the listener! Thanks for tuning in and be sure to subscribe and review!

This week we talk about the ongoing battle with allergies during this time of year and we don’t just mean us humans. Your dogs experience different allergies as well. We also discuss working dogs, sun bleached chocolate labs and the way things used to be. Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!

Do us a favor and send our podcast to one friend who loves their dogs! This week Dr. Pete and Molly talk about the importance of socializing your dogs to be comfortable with both humans and other dogs. They offer some discussion on dogs that fit on different ends of the spectrum from dogs that get aggressive to dogs that get scared and how to help your pets adjust as they go. We also talk about re...

This week on the Off Leash podcast, Dr. Pete talks about what he’s learned about heartworm over the years and what you actually need to do to prevent it. There are a million opinions about how to best prevent heartworm and when to test for it. Some of these treatments and plans are extremely expensive and unaffordable. Dr. Pete goes against the grain and lets you in on some secrets about preventin...

This week Molly and Ben get into a heated debate about table scraps. Ben argues there’s nothing wrong with it while Molly defends her point that it can only hurt your dog. How about you? Do you give table scraps? Send us a message and let us know! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!

This week we sit down with k9 Officer Winder to talk about what life looks like as a k9 officer and what he sees on a daily basis on the job. He talks about the ability for dogs to find bombs or drugs, and how they actually specialize in one or the other. We also talk about some experiences he’s had as well as some other topics of conversation concerning Police K9 dogs. These dogs are working dogs...

This week we’re joined by former NFL football player and veterinary pharmaceutical rep, Dave Zuiderveen. Dave has lived many experiences seeing the inside operations of veterinary clinics and what they do to help sick and injured pets. He was a pet medicine rep for years and shares great relationships with many of his former clients to this day. Dave is a wiener dog lover and talks a bit about why...

This week we were grateful to host two people that have truly experienced the Voyager difference. Sandy and Don know the heartache and pain of losing a dog too early. When they found out what caused it, they were sick with worry about how to confidently care for another dog. That’s when they found Voyager Dog Food. Sandy and Don share details about their real life experience and we have a conversa...

This week we’re joined by special guest Jason. Molly and Jason are both extremely passionate about dogs and the conversation ranges from a dogs drive to hunt and retrieve to dogs reading their owners energy and it affecting their behavior. We also discuss rather hangin’ with dogs than people and pit bulls being sweet. We appreciate you listening and hope you’ll subscribe and review! Let us know wh...

This week Dr. Pete talks a little bit about the different scenarios that new vets need to see in order for them to start getting some confidence in dealing with situations. Just like any other job, it takes a little bit of time for new veterinarians to have some different experiences under their belt. We also discuss what happened to the dog in Marley and Me. When a dogs stomach flips you need to...

This week Dr. Pete and Molly talk about a few different topics including Dr. Peter needing sensitivity training as well as some rock n roll history and an in depth discussion about fatty tumors in dogs. If you’ve ever seen a dog with a lump or tumor on them then you know exactly what we’re talking about. We appreciate you listening and hope you’ll subscribe and review!

This week on the podcast Dr. Pete is joined by his longtime friend, Carter as they discuss many different topics involving their friendship as well as their dogs and the place dogs have created in their lives. They reminisce on old stories and funny memories they’ve made throughout the years. Molly does her best to keep them on track and they get into new dogs old tricks, rock n roll history, and...

This week on the podcast Molly and Ben discuss a bunch of different topics including why dogs exhibit certain behaviors. Including why dogs eat their poop, dig in the yard, and sniff each others butts, along with other common dog behaviors. We’ve all watched our dog do something and wondered why exactly they’re doing that! We search for answers for you and present what we’ve found. Thanks so much...

Today we dive into some of the expenses involved with having a pet at home and what you need to be prepared for if you choose to get an animal. We discuss whether there’s a budget to what you’re willing to spend on the health of your dog and Dr. Pete talks about the commitment you made to that animal. We also discuss fleas and ticks and what you need to do to protect your pet as well as some poten...

This week Dr. Pete recalls his time as a veterinarian at horse races and events and this leads us into some discussion about horses, and the care of some of these racing horses. The world of horse racing is quite a crazy deal with high stakes and horse owners willing to go as far as they need to to win. We consider what’s happened with so many horses losing their lives and the way horses are train...

This week Dr. Pete and Molly read a couple of listener questions which leads us down a conversation all about dogs having gluten intolerance issues and other rare conditions that can affect your dog. Your dogs diet can have a lot to do with their overall health and that’s why we always talk about how important it is. We also talk about how your dogs diet could potentially be causing seizures in yo...