Next Level Pet Parent

By Charly & Larry Pruden

We are Larry & Charly Pruden, Dog Mom and Dad of our senior French Bulldog Milka, and Co-Founders of PAWDEGA, an online holistic pet wellness store.

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May 14, 2025Nutrient Deficiency: The Real Cause of Your Dog’s Allergies & Itchy Skin?
😳 Think your dog’s itchy skin is ‘just’ allergies? It could actually be a nutrient deficiency.
Nutritional deficiencies and imbalances might be affecting your pet's health even if you're feeding them a "complete and balanced" diet.
In this episode, we are joined by Phivo Christodoulou, founder of Augustine Approved and known as ‘The Dog Health Guy’ on Social Media. We dive deep into the hidden world of nutrient deficiency in dogs and cats—and how it may be silently affecting your pet’s energy, digestion, skin, and even behavior.
🎯 What you’ll learn:
Why “complete & balanced” isn’t a guarantee that your pet gets all the nutrients they need
How nutrient imbalances can cause symptoms mistaken for allergies, skin issues, or aging
The most common signs of nutrient deficiency pet parents miss
What you can do to restore balance and help your pet truly thrive
🎧 Hit play and find out how to protect your pet from this often-overlooked health issue. Their well-being could depend on it.

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April 30, 2025Cat Health Secrets: How to Raise a Happy, Healthy Cat Naturally With the Two Crazy Cat Ladies
🐱 Want to help your cat live a longer, healthier life? You need to hear this!
On this week’s episode, Jae Kennedy & Adrienne Lefebvre, aka the Two Crazy Cat Ladies, reveal how to raise a thriving, healthy cat using natural and holistic methods.
And it’s not just about feeding the “right” food—there’s a bigger picture when it comes to cat health! Their approach has helped countless cat parents see remarkable transformations—and some of their advice might surprise you!
If you’ve ever wanted to help your cat live a longer, healthier life without relying on unnecessary meds… If you’re curious about natural ways to boost your cat’s immune system… Or if you just want your feline friend to thrive—this episode is for you!
✨ Key Takeaways:
✅ The #1 reason most cats get sick—and how to prevent it
✅The most important thing for cat health (that has nothing to do with food!)
✅ How to improve your cat’s health from the inside out—starting today!
✅ Holistic remedies that actually work for common feline health concerns
🎧 Hit play now and take the first step toward giving your cat the healthiest, happiest life possible! 🐾💛

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🛒 Feline Gut Soothe: https://pawdega.us/products/feline-gut-soothe
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April 16, 2025Antibiotics & Metronidazole for Dogs & Cats — What Most Vets Won’t Tell You
🚨 Could antibiotics be doing more harm than good to your pet’s health?
Antibiotics have their place in veterinary medicine, but the alarming frequency of unnecessary prescriptions—often without proper testing—is creating a silent health crisis for our pets.
In this episode, we uncover the real impact and side effects of metronidazole and other antibiotics, together with Julie Ann Lee, founder of Adored Beast and former owner of multiple holistic veterinary hospitals.
🐶 What You’ll Learn:
✔️ Why antibiotics are being overprescribed—and how it’s harming pets
✔️ The shocking risks of Metronidazole (Flagyl), including neurological side effects and its FDA black box warning
✔️ Two essential questions to ask your vet BEFORE agreeing to antibiotics
✔️ Julie’s 4-step protocol to protect your pet’s gut when antibiotics are necessary
⚠️ Before saying yes to antibiotics, you have the right to ask questions and explore safer alternatives. Your pet’s health depends on it!
🎧 Hit play now and become the confident advocate your pet needs.
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🛒 Liver Tonic: https://pawdega.us/products/liver-tonic

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April 02, 2025How to Find the Right Vet: Feel Confident & Empowered at the Vet’s Office with Dr. Katie Kangas
🐾 Do you ever leave the vet’s office feeling frustrated, pressured, or even hopeless? You’re not alone! The reason is probably because you haven’t yet found the right veterinarian for you and your pet!
The truth is, not all vets approach pet healthcare the same way. Some focus on quick fixes, while others take a deeper, whole-body approach to healing. So how do you find a vet who truly listens, understands your pet’s unique needs, and aligns with your values?
👩‍⚕️ In this eye-opening episode, integrative veterinarian Dr. Katie Kangas reveals:
✅ The key differences between holistic, integrative, and conventional vet care—and why it matters.
✅ How to choose a vet who supports YOU, so you feel confident and empowered instead of pressured.
✅ Why conventional vet care excels in emergencies but often falls short in long-term wellness and chronic issues.
✅ The secret to building a strong vet-client relationship—one that benefits both your pet’s health and your peace of mind.
✨ Your pet deserves the best care. YOU deserve a vet who listens. Ready to take control of your pet’s health journey?
🎧 Hit play now, and don’t forget to subscribe for more expert pet care insights!
📲 Follow our expert guest, Dr. Katie Kangas @drkatiekangas or visit intvetcare.com
Find a holistic vet: https://www.ahvma.org/find-a-holistic-veterinarian
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1h 11min
March 19, 2025CBD for Pets: Health Benefits & Everything You Need to Know So You Don’t Get Scammed
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🐾 Curious about CBD for pets? You’re not alone! In this episode, we sit down with Carter Easler, CBD Expert and Director of Education at CBD Dog Health, to break down exactly how CBD works in your pet’s body—and how it can help with a variety of pet wellness concerns; from reducing anxiety and seizures, managing pain, and even cancer support.
We’re diving deep into the real science behind CBD, clearing up common myths, and answering the BIG questions every pet parent has before trying it.
Plus, Carter explains why full-spectrum CBD (with tiny amounts of THC) delivers way better results than broad-spectrum isolates.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
✅ How CBD supports your pet’s body and long term health
✅ The truth about full-spectrum vs. isolate CBD (spoiler: full-spectrum is the way to go!)
✅ Why 90% of dogs in a Colorado State University study saw reduced seizures
✅ The best way to give CBD for maximum absorption (hint: gums are key!)
✅ How to spot high-quality CBD—and why most brands don’t pass the test
✅ Timing matters! When to give CBD for anxiety, pain, and long-term wellness
🎧 Hit play and become the confident, next-level pet parent your pet deserves!
🛒🎁 Get 10% off high-quality, full-spectrum hemp extract oil at PAWDEGA.us with code “CBD”: https://pawdega.us/collections/hemp-dog-health
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🚀Follow our expert guest Carter Easler @cbddoghealth @cartereasler or visit cbddoghealth.com

📕 SOURCES & STUDIES: 📕
CBD clinical trial results on seizure frequency in dogs 'encouraging'. McGrath found that 89 percent of dogs who received CBD in the clinical trial had a reduction in the frequency of seizures:
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/05/190521101450.htm

Label accuracy of unregulated cannabidiol (CBD) products: measured concentration vs. label claim:
https://jcannabisresearch.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s42238-022-00140-1

Cannabinoid Content and Label Accuracy of Hemp-Derived Topical Products Available Online and at National Retail Stores:
https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2794440

Cannabis products like Rick Simpson Oil (RSO) are currently legal in 24 states for recreational use and 38 states for medical use.
In states where medical or recreational cannabis is permitted, RSO is legal to buy from licensed dispensaries and online retailers.
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March 05, 2025Shocking Benefits of Red Light Therapy for Pets – Does It Really Work?
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🐾 What if there was a simple, drug-free way to boost your pet’s health, speed up recovery, and prevent future mobility issues—without changing their diet or adding more supplements?? 🐾
On this week’s episode, Donna Woods, co-founder of Photonic Health, unveils the science-backed benefits of Red Light Therapy for dogs, cats, and horses—and why every pet parent should know about it.
And it might not be what you think… Red Light Therapy isn’t just for injuries. It helps with mobility, inflammation, energy levels, and even cellular repair—before problems arise.
✨ If you’re trying to give your pet the healthiest, longest life possible, this episode is a must-listen! ✨
💡 Here’s what you’ll learn:
✅How Red Light Therapy works
✅ The #1 reason every pet should have a Red Light Therapy device
✅ Charly, Larry, & Milka’s experience with red light therapy
✅ How to choose the right Red Light Therapy device (and avoid ineffective ones!)
✅ How to use Red Light Therapy for preventing disease, as first aid, and for pain relief, healing, and so much more.
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🔗 Magic Mat: https://bit.ly/Magic-mat-ph
🔗 Book "Light Therapy For Dogs": https://bit.ly/ph-dog-book
📌 Subscribe for more expert pet wellness tips & let’s help our pets live their healthiest lives!
Follow our guest expert Donna Woods @photonichealth

📕 SOURCES & STUDIES: 📕
Red light‐emitting diode (LED) therapy accelerates wound healing post‐blepharoplasty and periocular laser ablative resurfacing: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/7197560
830 nm light-emitting diode low level light therapy (LED-LLLT) enhances wound healing: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3799047/
Effect of Near-Infrared Light Therapy Based on Acupoints on the Severity of Restless Legs Syndrome in Patients Undergoing Hemodialysis: A Single-Blind, Randomized Controlled Trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29776916/
Enhanced blood flow from vasodilation helps nutrient absorption (Beneficial for pets taking supplements or medication): https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3921/13/6/668
Killing Cancer Cells with the Help of Infrared Light – Photoimmunotherapy: https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/treatment/types/photoimmunotherapy-video
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1h 7min
February 13, 2025The TRUTH About Your Pet’s Health: What Most Vets Aren’t Talking About
📢 The #1 thing that threatens your pet’s longevity, but most vets aren’t aware.
What if everything you thought you knew about pet health was missing a key piece? In this episode, we sit down with Julie Anne Lee (DCH, RSCHom), cancer researcher and founder of Adored Beast, to uncover the #1 missing link in pet health—cellular protection.
Julie breaks down how modern environmental stressors, toxins, free radicals, and pet foods silently damage your pet’s cells and what you can do to support your pet’s cells naturally.
💡 Here’s what you’ll discover:
✅ Why cell health is the foundation of your pet’s health & longevity
✅ The hidden threats that are silently damaging your pet’s cells every day
✅ How oxidative stress and free radical damage contribute to premature aging and chronic disease
✅ What you can start doing TODAY to protect your pet’s cells from damage
Julie simplifies complex science with real-life examples, expert insights, and decades of research, giving you actionable steps to take control of your pet’s health—starting today! Whether you're dealing with chronic issues or just want to improve your pet's long-term wellness, this episode is packed with essential knowledge.
If you want to help your pet live a longer, healthier, and more vibrant life, this episode is a must-watch!
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Innovative Pet Lab Comprehensive Gut Test (How we check our dog’s inflammation markers) https://bit.ly/ComprehensiveGutCheck
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Follow our expert guest Julie Anne Lee (DCH, RCSHom) @adoredbeastapothecary or visit adoredbeast.com
Studies & Research:
The Iceman's Fungi - the ‘Iceman’, who died more than 5000 years ago was discovered with Chaga Mushrooms
What is the role and nature of programmed cell death in phytoplankton ecology?
Synergistic Cytotoxicity of Extracts of Chaga Mushroom and Microalgae against Mammalian Cancer Cells In Vitro
Anti-Inflammatory Effect of Extracts of Inonotus obliquus (Chaga Mushrooms) and Microalgae
Cancer in Pets: How common are neoplasia and cancer?
Cancer is a Preventable Disease that Requires Major Lifestyle Changes
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February 06, 2025EMERGENCY VET CARE: Euthanasia Vet Explains What Every Pet Parent Needs to Know Before it’s too Late
📢 Empowering pet parents to handle stressful veterinary care situations with confidence and clarity is the central theme of today’s episode. Dr. Lynda Loudon is an integrative emergency veterinarian and euthanasia veterinarian with over 20 years of experience who’s seen firsthand how pet health and veterinary practices have evolved, and she has some powerful insights for pet parents.
🔹 What you’ll learn in this episode:
✅ Why chronic diseases and health challenges are on the rise in pets
✅ How pet health has changed over the last 22 years
✅ How to advocate for your pet during a vet visit
✅ Why it's important to build a relationship with your vet before an emergency situation happens
✅ Common & costly mistakes pet parents make during emergencies (and how to avoid them)
Dr. Loudon breaks it all down with simple tips and real-life advice, helping you feel empowered and ready to act when your pet’s health is on the line.
Whether you’re a new pet parent or a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with life-saving knowledge you’ll want to have on hand for those unexpected moments.
🔔 Don’t wait—watch until the end and be the pet parent your furry friend needs in an emergency!

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Follow our expert guest, Dr. Lynda Loudon, @drloudon
👉 Join the Dog Mom Society (1 FREE Month): https://www.pawdega.us/dogmom
👉 Join Dr. Loudon’s Canine Leadership Summit (Code PAWDEGA20): https://www.drloudonk9.com/canine-leadership-summit-af-paw
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👉 Turkey Tail Mushrooms For Pets: https://pawdega.us/products/turkey-tail
👉 Honey Cure - Manuka Honey Wound Care For Pets: https://pawdega.us/products/honeycure
👉 Calm CBD Oil For Pets: https://pawdega.us/products/calm
👉 Coco-Gold - Turmeric Joint Support For Pets: https://pawdega.us/products/coco-gold
👉 Legacy Biome - Healthy Gut - FMT: https://bit.ly/HealthyGutFMT
👉 Animal Biome - Gut Microbiome Health Test: https://amzn.to/3CEtQq6

📕 SOURCES & STUDIES: 📕
Vaccines: https://drloudon.com/pet-health/vaccines-the-sharp-truth/
Hemangiosarcoma - Dogs Live Longer When Supplemented with Turkey Tail Mushrooms: https://penntoday.upenn.edu/news/compound-derived-mushroom-lengthens-survival-time-dogs-cancer-penn-vet-study-finds
Yunnan Baiyao on canine hemangiosarcoma cell lines: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm
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January 30, 2025Best Probiotics for Dogs & Cats: The #1 Secret to Better Digestion, Skin, Immunity, & Health
📢 Want to help your pet live a longer, healthier life without allergies, digestive upset, and anxiety? The key might be in their gut!

In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of pet probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics for pets with holistic pet care pioneer Julie Anne Lee (DCH, RCSHom). With nearly 30 years of experience, Julie reveals how these powerful gut health microbes can revolutionize your pet’s health—from optimizing digestion and strengthening immunity to reducing skin issues, balancing behavior, and even preventing future health problems.

🔹 What you’ll learn in this episode:

✅ What prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics actually do for your pet’s gut health

✅ The connection between gut health, skin issues, immune function, and even behavior

✅ How to choose the right dog probiotic and cat probiotic supplement (and why species-specific probiotics matter!)

✅ The biggest mistakes pet parents make when using probiotics

✅ The shocking truth about antibiotics and gut health (and how to protect your pet!)

Julie breaks it all down with easy-to-understand analogies, backed by science and decades of research, to help you build a gut of steel for your pet!

Whether your pet is recovering from antibiotics, dealing with chronic issues, or you're just looking to support their long-term health naturally, this episode is a must-watch.

🔔 Don’t miss out—watch until the end to give your pet the healthiest life possible!

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January 22, 2025Boost Your Bowl: Discover Easy Ways to Introduce Fresh Pet Foods and Lower Your Vet Bills
Transform your pet’s health without having to change their entire pet food! Did you know that adding just 20% fresh food to your pet’s kibble, wet food, or cooked food can make a big impact? A study from the University of Helsinki found that puppies who had even a small amount of raw food mixed with their kibble experienced fewer allergies, better skin health, and reduced disease markers as adults.
In this episode, we’re joined by two incredible expert guests from Green Juju: the founder, Kelley Marian, and their vice president of nutrition and communication, Billy Hoekman.
We’ll explore the science-backed benefits of incorporating fresh food into your pet’s bowl, share simple and practical ways to get started, and break down common barriers like cost and time. Plus, you’ll hear my personal story about how adding fresh food to my French Bulldog’s diet transformed her health, eliminated her health issues, and saved us from endless vet visits.
Whether you’re new to fresh feeding or just looking for easy ways to improve your pet’s current diet, this episode is packed with actionable tips, expert advice, and inspiration to help you take your pet’s health to the next level.
Hit play to discover how small, simple changes can lead to big, lasting improvements for your dog or cat!
Follow our expert guests Kelley Marian & Billy Hoekman @greenjujukitchen or visit their Website: greenjuju.com

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