In this deeply inspiring episode, I’m joined by the brilliant and truly one-of-a-kind Dr. Meghan Barrett—a holistic veterinarian, sound healer, and musician based in Honolulu, Hawaii. We talk about everything from harp music for horses to how tuning forks can do more than calm the nervous system—they can actually help move fluid, soften tight fascia, and support physical healing when needles aren’t tolerated. Dr. Meghan shares how she uses sound therapy with zoo animals, cows, and anxious dogs alike—and how even small changes in sound and environment can create big shifts in an animal’s healing. We also explore why most vet clinics (though well-intentioned) are often too loud, chaotic, and clinical for true healing to occur—especially for pets dealing with chronic inflammation. Sound, she reminds us, is a nutrient for the nervous system—and when used intentionally, it can elevate every modality we already use, from acupuncture and rehab to simple daily care at home. Whether you’re a devoted pet parent or a fellow vet—this episode will expand how you think about sound as a healing modality. 

KEY INSIGHTS:

• How the environment in most vet clinics is noisy, smells like fear, and overwhelms sensitive animals.

• How pets cannot fully heal if their environment keeps them in fight-or-flight. 

• How acupuncture and other therapies have a totally different level of effectiveness depending on whether the animal feels safe and relaxed or stressed and shut down—and how noise pollution in regular vet clinics can lead to less effective acupuncture sessions.

• How holistic care isn’t “woo”—it’s whole-body care, supporting both the physical and emotional side, and more pet parents than ever are seeking vets who truly understand that.

• How a simple “noise audit” in your home can reveal overstimulation you may have tuned out—and allow you to fix that for your pet.

• How consciously introducing nervous-system-regulating sounds (like ambient music, sound bowls, or gentle lullaby music) can create a healing field at home.

• The science behind sound as medicine: every cell in the body vibrates, and sound helps return the body to resonance and harmony.

• How tuning forks aren’t just a professional tool—pet parents can learn to use them at home. 

• And how you can access Dr. Meghan’s calming music for pets on YouTube—designed specifically to soothe and regulate.

  
  

RESOURCES:

Find calming music for your pet on Dr. Meghan’s YouTube channel 

Learn more about Dr. Meghan’s healing work and upcoming course → www.drbarrettvet.com

Get Dr. Meghan’s book From Basic To Bougie: A Blueprint To Upgrade Your Pet’s Diet Safely And Simply 

FOLLOW:

Integrative Pet Wellness Center: https://integrativepet.com/

On Instagram: @integrativepet

Dr. Lily Chen: @dr.lilychen @the.unicorn.vet

Dr. Meghan Barrett: @drbarrettvet