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 you're a pet owner exploring alternative options or a veterinary professional curious about integrating ozone into practice, this episode gives you a clear, grounded understanding without the fluff. 

What You’ll Learn
-What ozone therapy actually is and why it’s not just “air purification”
-How ozone works as a biological response modifier
-Common conditions where ozone is being used in veterinary medicine
-Different ways ozone can be administered

-Conditions Commonly Supported with Ozone

 

Ozone therapy fits really well into a root-cause, whole-body approach, especially for pets dealing with chronic inflammation, recurring infections, or when conventional options aren’t giving clear answers.

It’s not about replacing conventional medicine. It’s about expanding the toolbox and using the right tool for the right patient.

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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 multiple approaches.

This conversation isn’t just about what Jake was dealing with, it’s also about what happens when you stop accepting cookie-cutter answers and start looking deeper on a personalized level.

What shifted when we began approaching Jake’s health through a more intentional integrative lens.

From food sensitivities and gut health to environmental factors like mold and toxins, this episode highlights how chronic symptoms are often layered, and why true healing takes time, patience, and a different way of thinking.

Most importantly, we share what Jake is like now, and why progress doesn’t always look linear, but can still be incredibly meaningful.

In this episode, we cover:
• What Jake’s health looked like before we started working together
• The emotional toll of managing a chronically sensitive dog
• Why “normal” test results don’t always mean optimal health
• The role of diet, gut health, and environmental factors
• How small changes created meaningful shifts over time
• What Jake is like today
• Advice for pet owners who feel stuck or frustrated

If your dog has ongoing gut issues, allergies, or symptoms that never seem fully resolved, this episode will likely resonate with you.

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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 environment, alters the microbiome, and why that matters for overall health.

I also dive into one of the lesser-known downstream effects: how acid suppression can reduce beneficial bacteria like Peptoclostridium hiranonis, which plays a key role in bile acid conversion and gut protection. When that balance is disrupted, it can open the door to dysbiosis and opportunistic overgrowth.

This is not about fear, it’s about awareness. Because when we understand the full picture, we can make more intentional, informed decisions for our pets.

If your pet has ever been on omeprazole (or is currently on it), this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

What You’ll Learn:
• What omeprazole is 
• Why stomach acid is essential for digestion and protection
• How acid suppression changes the gut microbiome
• How reduced bile acid conversion can contribute to dysbiosis
• The potential long-term ripple effects on gut health and immunity
• Why omeprazole is often overused in pets
• How to start thinking more intentionally about gut health and medications

If this episode made you rethink your pet’s gut health, share it with a fellow pet parent. And if you’re ready to take a more personalized, root-cause approach, you can learn more about working with me below.

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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 about the business side of care. But the reality is that sustainable veterinary practices create better medicine, more resources, and more options for pets and their families.

When veterinarians are able to invest in their businesses, they can expand services, pursue advanced education, and bring new tools and testing into practice. That ultimately benefits the animals they care for.

In this episode, I break down why supporting veterinarians who build sustainable businesses helps push the profession forward, and leads to better care for your pet.

What We Cover in This Episode

• Why money is often an uncomfortable topic in veterinary medicine

• How financial stability allows vets to invest in better tools and services

• Why advanced continuing education matters for your pet's care

• Why financially healthy practices help prevent burnout in veterinarians

• How expanded services (like nutrition consults, advanced testing, and integrative therapies) become possible when vets can reinvest in their practices

A veterinarian who is able to invest in their education, their tools, and their services can ultimately provide more options and better support for your pet's health.

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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 product comes in.

And Lisa and Scot are doing things differently, their approach focuses on transparency, quality ingredients, and creating products that truly support the health of your pet, not just something that looks good on a label.

In this episode we discuss:

• Why Lisa and Scot started Woof Creek Wellness
• What makes a supplement truly high quality & why sourcing and ingredient integrity matter
• How thoughtful formulation can better support pet health
• Why packaging and product integrity are part of the wellness conversation

About Our Guests

Lisa and Scot are the founders of Woof Creek Wellness, a company focused on creating natural-based supplements designed to support whole-body health in dogs. Their approach prioritizes thoughtful sourcing, ingredient transparency, and intentional formulation, ensuring that what goes into their products truly supports the health of the animals they're made for.

From ingredients to packaging, their goal is simple: create supplements pet parents can trust.

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If you're trying to take a more thoughtful approach to your dog's health, especially when it comes to nutrition, supplements, and longevity, I'd love to support you:

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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 included heavy metals, phthalates, acrylamide, and plastic residues.

The pet food industry changes. Companies get acquired, sourcing shifts, and manufacturing practices evolve. That's why staying present and intentional about what your pet eats matters.

What You'll Learn in This Episode
• What the Clean Label Project discovered after testing 79 popular dog foods
• Hidden contaminants that are not required to appear on pet food labels
• Why the "Clean 16" list is a helpful tool, but not the final word
• Why staying intentional about your pet's food matters
• The role of proactive functional testing in long-term pet health

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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 can be slightly out of balance even when a dog appears perfectly healthy.

This is exactly why I believe microbiome testing should become a more routine part of preventive veterinary care.

In this episode, we discuss:
• Why microbiome testing shouldn't only be done when dogs are sick
• What the gut microbiome actually tells us about overall health
• His microbiome results and what they mean
• Why short-chain fatty acids are so important for gut and immune health
• How nutrition and fiber influence the microbiome ecosystem
• Why early microbiome support can help prevent disease later

If you'd like help interpreting gut health testing or building a personalized plan for your dog's nutrition and microbiome support, you can schedule a consultation with me below.

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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 allergies and food intolerances
• How fur-based intolerance testing works and why bioenergetic screening is used as a roadmap, not a diagnosis
• How chronic low-grade food stress affects the microbiome
• The link between intolerances and inflammation, arthritis, anxiety, and poor healing

Because food allergies are immune explosions.
Food intolerances are slow burns.
And slow burns are what quietly age our dogs.

If you're working on gut healing, chronic inflammation, or longevity for your dog — this conversation matters.

Listen now and start removing what's quietly holding your dog back.

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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 manganese affect thyroid, metabolism, and connective tissue health
• Why testing now helps prevent future digestive or chronic issues

We'll also discuss how diet, environment, and lifestyle play a role and what corrective steps can help your pet thrive.

Tune in next week as we dig into my pup's food intolerances and how they affect his gut, immune system, and overall wellbeing.

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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 upregulate, and the risks they pose
• My pup's test results and what they tell us about his gut
• How I proactively keep glyphosate levels low through diet, supplements, and gut support
• Why I retest every 6–12 months to stay ahead

This episode is perfect for any pet parent who wants to understand the hidden environmental factors that impact long-term health and gut balance.\

Tune in next week to find out why I tested Bernard for heavy metals and minerals, what we discovered, and how it affects his health.

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