The Courageous Canine

In this illuminating episode of the Courageous Canine Podcast , host Michael Pickens sits down with the remarkable Dr. Kristi Wilson , an integrative veterinarian who blends the best of Western science with Eastern healing traditions to transform the way we care for our animals. Dr. Wilson shares her powerful journey from a decade as a conventional veterinarian to becoming a holistic practitioner—...

What if your dog’s behavior isn’t disobedience—but a misunderstood personality? In this eye-opening episode of the Courageous Canine Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Melanie Uhde, founder of Canine Decoded and a PhD-level scientist turned canine behavior expert. From her academic roots at Stanford and Columbia to the villages of Northern Thailand, Dr. Uhde shares how she uncovered the science behind...

In this heartwarming and powerful episode, Michael sits down with Freddie B, a retired professional turned full-time dog rescuer with over 50 years of experience working with dogs—especially those who are fearful, aggressive, or feral. Freddie shares how he turned his retirement into a mission-driven life, founding Freddie B’s Furry Friends Rescue to help the dogs most others avoid. Freddie opens...

In this heartfelt episode of The Courageous Canine Podcast, host Michael Pickens sits down with Tabitha Newell, a resilient dog mom, podcast host, and founder of RU & Crew Nutrition. After a shocking MS diagnosis and the sudden loss of her beloved Frenchie, Rupert, to an aggressive form of cancer, Tabitha turned her heartbreak into a mission. She shares how Rupert’s passing inspired her to div...

"The Courageous Canine Podcast" is your go-to source for all things related to holistic dog health. Hosted by Michael Pickens, a holistic health researcher, dog dad, and Chief Empowerment Officer for Pacific Crest Canine Health, the podcast aims to educate dog parents and canine caretakers on natural methods to ensure their furry companions live healthy, happy lives. In this introductory...