The Non-Traditional Veterinarian

I’m sharing something personal: what I did when my own dog got his very first ear infection. And honestly? For one day, I considered going the traditional route. Even as a more holistic veterinarian, I had that moment of, “Should I just treat this the conventional way and move on?” But instead, I paused. I slowed down. And I chose to do exactly what I recommend my clients and pet parents do: trust...

Many pet parents spend countless hours analyzing ingredient labels, looking up recipes, trying them them out for their pets. Yet, ingredients are only one piece of the puzzle. In this episode, I explain the difference between ingredients and nutrients, why some diets that look healthy may still be incomplete, and the common vitamin and mineral deficiencies she sees in dogs and cats. You'll learn:...

In this episode, I discuss why vitamin D plays a critical role in immune function, inflammation, muscle health, and overall wellness for your pets. You'll learn: Why dogs depend on dietary vitamin D Conditions associated with low vitamin D levels Why testing may be valuable for some pets Why guessing can be risky If your pet struggles with allergies, chronic inflammation, digestive issues, or simp...

When most people think about hurricane preparedness for pets, they think about food, water, and medications. Those are important! And, they are not the whole story. In this episode, I share several non-traditional hurricane preparedness strategies designed to help support your pet's health before, during, and after a storm. You'll learn: Why keeping food consistent matters How stress affects the g...

We've been taught to measure a pet's life in years. But years don't tell the whole story. In this episode, I'm breaking down one of the most important shifts in how I think about pet health, the difference between how long your pet lives and how well they live. It's a conversation that changes the entire approach to care, and it's one I wish more pet parents were having sooner. In this episode we...

What happens when you run functional testing on your own dog, not because something is wrong, but because you believe in being proactive? That's exactly what I did with my own pup, Bernard. In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on what I found, what didn't work, what I did next, and how following the data led me to a hidden mold problem in my own home that was affecting both of us. In this...

Feeding a large dog homemade food can feel overwhelming financially. And yes, it  is  an investment. But in this episode of The Non-Traditional Veterinarian®, I challenge pet parents to think about nutrition differently: not as an expense… but as a deposit into your dog’s future health span. Because what I often see is this: people avoid investing in nutrition now, only to spend the same amount, o...

What if the reason your pet still isn’t thriving… is because you’ve only been given part of the picture? In this episode of The Non-Traditional Veterinarian, I’m talking about one of the biggest patterns I see in integrative and conventional pet care alike: stopping diagnostics too early. Routine bloodwork matters. Microbiome testing can be incredibly valuable. Intolerance testing can provide impo...

I sat down with Dr. Judy Morgan to talk about one of the most important topics in pet health: how to help pets live healthier, longer lives naturally. In this episode, we break down the “Six Ways to Keep Pets Naturally Healthy” and discuss practical, real-world strategies pet owners can start implementing today. We cover: • Vaccines: which ones matter, how often they may truly be needed, and alter...

Cooking for your pet? This episode is for you! Home cooking can be one of the most powerful ways to support your pet's health, but there are a few common mistakes, or let's call them "gaps" I see over and over again that can quietly hold pets back from truly thriving. In this episode, I break down the three biggest gaps I see in home cooked diets and explain why they matter inside your pet's body....

Let's have an open and honest look at the growing conversation around peptides in pets. Lately I've had quite a few pet parents parents asking about peptides. I share my stance on them, and why I am not using them. This episode is a reminder that not being familiar with something doesn’t mean it doesn’t have value, it simply means knowing where your scope begins and ends. In this episode: • How to...

In this episode of The Non-Traditional Veterinarian, we’re breaking down one of the most talked-about integrative therapies right now: ozone therapy. After attending a recent conference, I walk you through what ozone therapy actually is (and what it’s not), how it works in the body, and where it’s showing up in real clinical cases, from chronic ear infections to arthritis and gut health. Whether y...

What do you do when your dog reacts to everything… food, environment, even everyday life? That was "Jake". In this episode I’m joined by Jake’s mom, Carla, to share his story, a case that was complex, frustrating, and at times felt like there were no clear answers. Jake struggled for years with chronic GI issues, allergies, vomiting, and constant flare-ups that didn’t fully resolve despite trying...

Omeprazole is one of the most commonly prescribed medications in veterinary medicine, and it often is for good intent. It can be helpful in the right situations. But what happens when it’s used long-term or without a clear reason? In this episode, I break down what omeprazole is actually doing inside your pet’s body beyond just “reducing stomach acid.” We talk about how it shifts the gut environme...

Talking about money in veterinary medicine can feel uncomfortable. but it's an important conversation. In this episode of The Non-Traditional Veterinarian , I'm sharing why your veterinarian being financially healthy is actually a positive thing for your pet! Somewhere along the way, veterinary medicine developed the expectation that vets should dedicate their lives to animals without talking abou...

What does it really take to build a supplement company you can trust? In this episode I sit down with Lisa and Scot, the founders of Woof Creek Wellness, a company creating intentional, natural-based supplements for dogs. We talk about the bigger picture of pet wellness, what thoughtful formulation actually looks like, and why every detail matters, from the ingredients used to the packaging the pr...

Most pet parents assume that if a dog food is sold in stores, it must be safe. But what if the label only tells part of the story? In this episode, we dive into findings from the Clean Label Project , which analyzed 79 of the nation's top-selling dog foods and ran more than 11,000 lab tests looking for hidden contaminants that don't appear on traditional nutrition labels. These contaminants includ...

In this episode, I walk through something a little different, I tested my own dog Bernard's guut microbiome. The interesting part? He has no gastrointestinal symptoms. No diarrhea, no vomiting, and no obvious gut issues. From the outside, he looks like a completely healthy dog. But when we tested his gut microbiome, the results revealed something many pet owners don't realize: the gut ecosystem ca...

Food Intolerances in Dogs: The Slow Burn You're Missing Most pet parents think in extremes, either their dog has a "food allergy" or they don't. But what about the gray area? The chronic ear infections. The paw licking. The soft stool that never quite firms up. The dog who tests negative on allergy panels but is clearly inflamed. Inside this episode, I cover: • The difference between food allergie...

In this episode, we're breaking down my pup's mineral and heavy metal results and why testing for these nutrients and toxins is crucial for your pet's gut, metabolism, and long-term health. You'll learn: Why even small mineral imbalances can impact energy, metabolism, and gut function Which heavy metals are most common and what they can do to your pet's gut bacteria and digestion How iodine and ma...

In this episode, we dive into glyphosate. The hidden herbicide exposure that can impact your pet's gut and overall health. Learn what glyphosate is, why I test for it, and what happens when pets have high levels. We cover: How glyphosate interferes with digestive enzymes and nutrient absorption The "good" bacteria it can downregulate, and why they're so important The "bad" bacteria it can upregula...

Most vets never talk about this, but mycotoxins- thetoxic compounds produced by mold, can silently affect even healthy dogs. In this episode, I share why I decided to test my dog Bernard for mycotoxins, what his results revealed, and why understanding hidden exposures is so important for gut, immune, and liver health. You'll learn: What mycotoxins are and how dogs are exposed Common sources in foo...

You want the best for your pet. You search Amazon for joint supplements, probiotics, or vitamins, and think you're making a smart choice. It's easily accessible and their shipping is fast, right? But when it comes to supplements, convenience may cost your pet their health. In this episode, I breaks down why buying supplements off Amazon can be risky, what to watch out for, and how to make sure you...

This episode dives into one of the most overprescribed GI medication in veterinary medicine. We explore how it works, why it helps short-term, and the real long-term consequences no one talks about. Key Points: Why metronidazole disrupts the microbiome Safer alternatives for acute diarrhea When it is appropriate What to use instead Gut repair steps if your dog has taken it 📌 Links: Book your 1:1...

A balanced, refined look at vaccines: what I support, what I question, and how I help pet owners make informed decisions without fear. We talk titers, timing, lifestyle, and common myths. Key Points: Why blanket vaccine schedules don't fit every pet What titers really tell us Risk vs reward conversations Core vs non-core vaccines What an integrative approach looks like 📌 Links: Book your 1:1 nutr...