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Munchausen by Proxy is a sensationalized disorder with shocking cases flooding the media. But a little known and insidious aspect to this disorder is Munchausen by Animal Proxy, or a caretaker inducing an illness or injury in a pet to garner sympathy and attention. Carrie has invited the leading Munchausen expert, Dr. Marc Feldman, to shine some light on this often overlooked animal abuse. He shares warning signs to be aware of and action steps to take when dealing with this dangerous disorder. The research is still murky but there are ways to get involved and spread awareness of Munchausen by Animal Proxy.

Finding Dr. Marc Feldman:

Visit his website: https://www.munchausen.com/

Read Dying to be Ill

Reach out to Dr. Feldman to find more ways to educate yourself here

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Krista started her podcast, Wag Out Loud, to spread the word on our dogs' health. There are so many misconceptions about canine nutrition, proper care, and medicine. Ever since her pup made an amazing recovery with a raw diet, Krista has made it her mission to help pet owners give their dogs healthy and happy lives.

Today she comes on the show to discuss tips and tricks to starting a raw diet, how to feed on a budget, and how to surmount the roadblocks. Additionally, she shares her own podcast story, medicine myths she once believed, and the challenges she surmounted. Krista understands that there are tons of contradictory and confusing information out there and she is here to help.

Finding Krista Karpowich:

Listen to Wag Out Loud

Visit her website:https://www.wagoutloud.com/

Finding Laura Lampers:

Visit her website: https://www.pureromance.com/

Facebook:@pureromanceinc

Twitter: @PureRomance

Instagram: officialpureromance

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Peter's dog Allie, was diagnosed with cancer when she was 5 years old. After conventional veterinary care, setbacks, and difficulties, Peter set off on a journey to help his dog. He began studying alternative treatments and Allie made an incredible comeback. She is now a happy and healthy 11 year old pup who thrives with Peter's daily care. Peter documented his journey in his award winning facebook group, Allie's Canine Cancer Crew and spends his days supporting others to build happy healthy lives for their pets.

Listen in as he discusses with Carrie his various treatment methods, tips, and tricks, for living with a pet with cancer.

Finding Peter Ciancarelli:

Join Allie's Canine Cancer Crew

Read Ruined By Excess Perfected By Lack

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This week, Carrie brings on The Two Crazy Cat Ladies, Jae and Adrienne, to discuss what to do with a stressed out kitty. Stress can be a serious issue that leads to cystitis, an inflammation of the bladder and blood in the urine that can be easily mistaken for a bladder infection. But there are dire consequences for treating cystitis incorrectly.

Jae and Adrienne, experts on cat wellness and nutrition, are here to help. They understand the signs of stress, how to treat it, and the natural remedies and enrichment that prevent stress from overtaking and shortening your cat's life.

Finding The Two Crazy Cat Ladies:

Visit their website: https://twocrazycatladies.com/

Check out Cat Calm

Listen to their podcast: Back In The Closet - Two Crazy Cat Ladies

Facebook & Instagram: @TheTwoCrazyCatLadies

Call or text for a consultation at 702-466 -1150

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*If you would like to have a consultation with our host Carrie Hyde you can book your appointment by visiting https://www.ahhthespaw.com/scheduleconsult/

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*If you know someone who is looking for more information and alternative answers for their pets health be sure to SHARE this podcast with them or leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts to help boost our visibility on the app to help more pet parents hear the show!!

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Bloating, burping, diarrhea, anxiety, inflammation, and picky eating are all signs of gastro-intestinal imbalance. The effects of chronic enteropathy, or irritable bowel disease, are long ranging and severely damaging. But the treatment creates a horrible cycle that destroys a dog's gut.

Dr. Odette Suter, practicing vet of over 15 years, is saying no to overmedicating our pet's symptoms and ignoring the problem. She tackles the underlying cause instead. Balance and diversity are the key. Tune in to learn how a diverse diet and a balanced microbiome leads to happy healthy pets.

Finding Dr. Odette Suter:

Peak Animal Health Center Website: https://www.peakanimalhealthcenter.com/

Call Dr. Suter for a consultation: 661-993-1979

Read What Your Vet Never Told You

Check out Dr. Suter's video series

Animal Biome's website: https://www.animalbiome.com/

Dr. Margot Roman's Fecal Transplant Services: https://www.mashvet.com/fecal-transplants.html

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There was nothing Kelly would not do to keep her service dog, Duncan, healthy. So when her vet prescribed Hill's Science Diet, she did not think twice. She trusted her vet. And she trusted that pet food companies would do their basic level function of keeping dogs safe. She was wrong. Duncan died. And 2 weeks later, the Science Diet was recalled. Kelly took her grief and turned it into a movement. She shares her story to encourage others like her to educate themselves on nutrition and to demand transparency and accountability of the pet food industry that is killing our pets.

Finding Kelly Bone:

Join Saving Pets One Pet @ A Time: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DuncanStrong/

Living My Best Life With Early Onset Alzheimer's Blog: https://kellysalzheimerasblog.net/

Molly Morissette's Poisoned Pets Website: https://www.poisonedpets.com/

Watch The Pet Fooled Documentary Trailer

Support Susan Thixton: https://truthaboutpetfood.com/

Donate to The Alzheimer's Association: https://www.alz.org/

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*If you would like to have a consultation with our host Carrie Hyde you can book your appointment by visiting https://www.ahhthespaw.com/scheduleconsult/

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*If you know someone who is looking for more information and alternative answers for their pets health be sure to SHARE this podcast with them or leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts to help boost our visibility on the app to help more pet parents hear the show!!

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Dogs who eat well, heal well. This is the sentiment of Dr. Chris Bessent, an expert with 30 years of experience in holistic veterinary medicine. She uses a mixture of nutrition, herbs, acupuncture, chiropracty, and pharmacology to treat the chronic illnesses plaguing our pets. Today, Dr. Bessent is here to discuss the herbal remedies she uses to find balance in an animal's body which leads to whole and maintained health. She covers her treatments for such widespread issues as pancreatitis, inflammation, and anxiety while delving into the underlying causes of these epidemics. And she discusses her hope that with good nutrition and care, pet owners can go from seeing a vet every month to barely at all.

Some of the herbs discussed in this episode include:

• Xiao Yao San to treat pancreatitis
• Slippery Elm for digestive support
• Frankincense and Myrrh to reduce inflammation
• Gingseng to help revive a dog's energy

Finding Dr. Chris Besssent:

Herbsmith Website: https://www.herbsmithinc.com/

Herbsmith Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HerbsmithInc/

Simple Food Project Website: https://simplefoodproject.com/

Simple Food Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplefoodproject/

American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association Website: https://www.ahvma.org/

International Veterinary Acupuncture Society Website: https://www.ivas.org/

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*If you would like to have a consultation with our host Carrie Hyde you can book your appointment by visiting https://www.ahhthespaw.com/scheduleconsult/

Proceeds go towards helping The Spawdcast podcast stay in production!

*If you know someone who is looking for more information and alternative answers for their pets health be sure to SHARE this podcast with them or leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts to help boost our visibility on the app to help more pet parents hear the show!!

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Steve Sietos was working as a firefighter in New York City when the sweetest puppy showed up at the firestation. It was clear Wilma needed a lot of help. She chewed her padless paws, she walked strangely, and was constantly leaving a bloody mess wherever she went. Steve went bankrupt seeking vet treatments for her. When he was finally over vets saying to put her down, Steve took Wilma's health into his own hands and began studying herbalism. Tune into to learn about Steve's herbalist practice and Wilma's inspiring recovery.

Finding Steve Sietos:

Instagram: @urbanherbalistnyc

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*If you would like to have a consultation with our host Carrie Hyde you can book your appointment by visiting https://www.ahhthespaw.com/scheduleconsult/

Proceeds go towards helping The Spawdcast podcast stay in production!

*If you know someone who is looking for more information and alternative answers for their pets health be sure to SHARE this podcast with them or leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts to help boost our visibility on the app to help more pet parents hear the show!!

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This week, Carrie is joined by the manager of The Spaw, Whitney Arruda, to discuss guardian dogs with Farmer Frog, a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a happy healthy ecosystem through real food. Zsofia Pasztor, Executive Director, Aria Johnson, Paradise Farm Caretaker, and Jane Hutchinson, Wildlife Program Director, speak about their guardian dogs and how they coexist with predators rather than killing them. Farmer Frog is encouraging back to basics farming, sustainability, and education to teach people how to be one with their environment again.

Finding Farmer Frog:

Website: https://farmerfrog.org/

Donate here: https://farmerfrog.org/join/donate/

Volunteer here: https://farmerfrog.org/join/volunteer/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefarmerfrog/

Read more Farmer Frog's predator management here

Read more about Farmer Frog's bear safety here

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This week Carrie has brought in Jaime Clifton, Cat Behaviorist, to join her in speaking with Dr. Jean Dodds, world renowned vet, about feline kidney disease. Kidney disease is one of the most common reasons cats go to the vet. What causes it and what are the best practices to keep your pet's kidneys healthy? Today, Dr. Dodds discusses the multiple elements that can contribute to kidney disease including diet, environmental factors, and harmful medical practices. She also covers the symptoms to look out for in order to catch kidney disease early. Kidney disease is a terrifying reality but preventative measures can be taken and there are treatments that can vastly increase a cat's quality of life.

Finding Jaime Clifton:

Website: https://www.cathappyconsulting.com/

Contact Jaime: [email protected]

Finding Dr. Jean Dodds:

Website: https://hemopet.org/

Contact Dr. Dodds and her team: [email protected]

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*If you would like to have a consultation with our host Carrie Hyde you can book your appointment by visiting https://www.ahhthespaw.com/scheduleconsult/

Proceeds go towards helping The Spawdcast podcast stay in production!

*If you know someone who is looking for more information and alternative answers for their pets health be sure to SHARE this podcast with them or leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts to help boost our visibility on the app to help more pet parents hear the show!!

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