Ever wondered why your dog is gaining weight, barking more, or seems constantly low on energy—despite eating a “balanced” diet?
What your dog eats impacts way more than just their weight. This episode dives deep into how hidden carbs in commercial dog food may be driving common issues like inflammation, reactivity, gut health imbalances, and behavior challenges. Whether you're feeding raw, kibble, or anything in between—this conversation will shift how you think about your dog’s nutrition.

You'll Learn

• Discover how excess carbohydrates in popular dog foods may be linked to aggression, anxiety, and chronic weight gain.

• Learn how adjusting your dog’s diet can improve recall, energy levels, and overall behavior.

• Get science-backed insights into raw dog food, supplements, gut health, and why “balanced” might not mean biologically appropriate.

Press play to learn how to optimize your dog’s food for better behavior, energy, and long-term health.

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This podcast explores real-life dog behavior and training, diving into reactivity, barking, dog anxiety, aggression, picky eating, gut health, and dog food—while unpacking enrichment, mental stimulation, supplements, calming aids, and holistic pet wellness. Whether you’re raising a rescue dog, supporting a senior dog, managing a velcro dog, or just navigating life with a dog who’s asking for more, you’ll find practical tools to build trust, strengthen communication, and create a safe, thriving life together.