Pet Health Junkies

In this episode of Pet Health Junkies, we sit down with Austin & Kat to talk about one of the hottest (and most confusing) topics in pet wellness: how to use CBD, functional mushrooms, and other botanicals  thoughtfully  for dogs and cats. With so many products on the market promising calm, immune support, and longevity, it can be hard to know what’s legit, what’s marketing, and what actually...

In this episode of Pet Health Junkies, Jessica, Pam, and Janet sit down to unpack a huge shift we’re all watching in real time: big pet food companies muscling into the “fresh” and “better-for-them” space. With major players acquiring raw, freeze‑dried, and fresh brands and rolling out their own refrigerated lines, it’s getting harder than ever for pet parents to tell the difference between genuin...

In this episode of Pet Health Junkies, we’re joined by holistic veterinarian and author Dr. Jeff Feinman to talk about why so many pets are still struggling—even when their families are “doing everything right”—and what needs to change in how we think about pet care. Dr. Jeff’s new book,  Path to Pet Wellness , lays out a love-centered, science-informed framework that helps pet parents move beyond...

In this episode of Pet Health Junkies, we’re stepping back from protocols and products to look at something just as vital for our pets’ wellbeing: the way they change our hearts. Jessica and Pam are joined by author and fellow podcast host Kim Lengling, whose new book,  15 Ways Pets Teach Us Kindness , explores how animals gently invite us to slow down, forgive more, love deeper, and extend grace...

In this episode of Pet Health Junkies, we’re flipping the usual script on pet care and asking a simple question: what happens when you actually  listen  to your animal? Jessica, Pam & Janet are joined by animal communicator Linda Roberts to explore how animal communication can become a meaningful part of a pet’s care team, right alongside your vet, nutritionist, trainer, and other practitioner...

In this episode of Pet Health Junkies, we’re asking a big question a lot of pet parents have: is turmeric really right for your dog or cat? We sit down with MaryBeth Powers, the creator of Teddy’s Turmeric Tamer, to talk about how Teddy’s own health journey inspired a carefully crafted turmeric blend for pets. MaryBeth shares what makes turmeric so unique as a natural inflammation and wellness sup...

In this episode of Pet Health Junkies, we’re joined by the creators of Frame Your Feline to talk all about turning your home into a true cat paradise. We dig into why vertical space matters so much for your cat’s confidence, safety, and stress levels, and how thoughtful wall setups can completely change the way your cat experiences their environment. You’ll learn simple, practical enrichment ideas...

Supporting Stressed and Sensitive Cats with Color Therapy (with Julie‑Anne from Naturally Cats) invites you to look at your cat’s world through a whole new lens—literally, through color. In this episode, we're joined by feline behaviorist and energy practitioner Julie‑Anne from Naturally Cats to unpack how different colors can influence your cat’s emotions, stress levels, and sense of safety....

Dr. Marlene Siegel is a veterinarian of over 40 years, was one of the first to start a commercial raw food company, and focuses in whole body health with her clients and in her teaching.  Her 6 step protocol addresses whole body, mind & spirit to transform you and your pets in the highest version of health and wellness. Listen as she describes each and every step, giving you a roadmap to succe...

Detox has almost become a buzz word lately, and while it's great that we are talking about it, it's important to know HOW to actually do it and how to prepare the body to do it so that we don't wind up making our pets sicker than they were before we intervened. Dr. Marlene Siegel joins the Pet Health Junkies podcast to help us decode the secrets of detoxing for pets! Visit www.pethe...

Join Jessica, Pam & Janet as we talk about some of the things that we come across ALL THE TIME and what we'd like everyone to know!  It's true that common sense isn't all that common, and while we are teasing to some degree, and we know that we have intentionally educated ourselves in an area that most haven't, some things would be pretty obvious if we just stopped and thou...

Herbs are some of natures most versatile, gentle, and potent medicine for all animals.  Canine herbalist Rita Hogan joins Pet Health Junkies this week as we talk about herbs for dogs and cats, and her new book, The Herbal Dog!  Get your own copy of The Herbal Dog on Amazon: https://amzn.to/41HnvD5 Visit www.pethealthjunkies.com to follow Jessica, Janet, & Pam, and for FREE resources such as ...

She is the founder and formulator of Herbsmith and Medicus Veterinary Diets and has decades of veterinary practice under her belt!  This week, she dives in to omega supplementation and HERBS 🌿    . . . nature's original medicine Visit www.pethealthjunkies.com to follow Jessica, Janet, & Pam, and for FREE resources such as  🐈 Optimum Cat Nutrition PDF 🐕 Beginner Dog Training videos ⚕️Ve...

Dr. Chris Bessent is an integrative veterinarian and the founder of Herbsmith, The Simple Food Project, and Medicus Veterinary Diets. We can do SO MUCH better than those ultra-processed foods with an Rx label on them, which is why she created Medicus. Visit www.pethealthjunkies.com to follow Jessica, Janet, & Pam, and for FREE resources such as  🐈 Optimum Cat Nutrition PDF 🐕 Beginner Dog Tra...

Coconut oil is one of my favorite things to have around the house. I use it every single day for myself and very often for my pets. Even with all of it's amazing benefits, there is still some negativity floating around the internet about coconut oil, so we invited the ladies behind Coco Therapy on the show to help us all understand the benefits - including why it's actually a really grea...

In this conversation, Dr. Rob Silver discusses the safety and medicinal properties of mushrooms for pets. He explains that while some mushrooms can be toxic, many edible and medicinal mushrooms are safe for pets. Dr. Silver emphasizes the importance of sourcing mushrooms from reputable companies that can provide accurate identification and analysis of their products. He also discusses the ideal gr...

We are continuing our discussion on reading pet food and pet treat ingredient labels. It's a very confusing world and we want to keep brining you information on how to discern what those labels actually mean.  Visit www.pethealthjunkies.com to follow Jessica, Janet, & Pam, and for FREE resources such as  🐈 Optimum Cat Nutrition PDF 🐕 Beginner Dog Training videos ⚕️Veterinary Visit Works...

Billy Hoekman is the Nutrition and Communication Director for Green Juju, which is one of our favorite companies.  What's really great about any chat with Billy is that he doesn't view everything through the lens of what Green Juju does ... he looks at the industry as a whole to help us better understand not only why ingredients matter but also why trusting the company making the food ma...

We're obsessed with pet health . . . treats and chews for dogs and cats are no exception.  Our philosophy is: what purpose is it serving? So, when you give a chew or treat to your dog or cat, why are you giving it? Is there a nutritional benefit?  A dental cleaning benefit? Maybe you just need to occupy them for a while. We get it!  Listen to today's episode where we break it all down an...

Time for an uplifting show!  We talk so much about what's wrong with today's pet care that we thought it'd be nice to have a show dedicated to why we love our pets (and your pets, let's be honest!) so darn much! We hope you enjoy this episode and can't wait to hear from you about your love of pets! Instagram: Jessica @thepetparentingreset Janet @pupology.atx Pam @purrrfect...

Spring has officially sprung here in Central Texas and in many other parts of the US and around the world, so we decided that an episode dedicated to fleas, ticks, and heartworms was in order. Spoiler alert: there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer for reasons such as:   - how vitally healthy is your pet?  - is your pets body already overloaded with toxins?  - what risk do you have in your neck of t...

Have you ever wondered WHY we give our dogs and cats so darn many vaccines?! We certainly have, and since it's such a hot topic, we thought the best way to bring this idea of over-vaccination to you is from a long-time veterinarian, Dr. Laurie Coger. Dr. Coger is an integrative and functional medicine veterinarian, dog owner, trainer, and breeder. Her resume is impressive, but it’s her matter...

When you first find the healthy pet community, whether that be through a blogger, an influencer, or a veterinarian, all of the information - which is contrary to what your traditional vet has been telling you for years - can be very overwhelming.  Today, we discuss the overwhelm and some practical tips and advice for how to navigate this new world in a way that will give you some peace and clarity...

PART 2 of Cultivating A Relationship With Your Vet  This week we are featuring Dr. Katie Woodley Visit www.pethealthjunkies.com to follow Jessica, Janet, & Pam, and for FREE resources such as  🐈 Optimum Cat Nutrition PDF 🐕 Beginner Dog Training videos ⚕️Veterinary Visit Worksheet When we know better, we can do better. 

In the last episode, we talked about navigating the overwhelm, and part of that is being able to speak with your veterinarian about the care of your pet.  You are the HEAD of your animals care team, so having an open dialogue with your veterinarian and not being pressured or bullied into anything that you are uncomfortable with is ESSENTIAL.  Dr. Ruth Roberts joins us to discuss how we can facilit...