You walk and run with your dogs, you play fetch with them, they do tricks. They jump on and off the couch and bed. They do all kinds of physical activities. 

But how do you make sure they are fit or not in pain?

Does your dog’s breed have anything to do with the amount of training he can tolerate?

In today’s pawcast, we can learn so many things to help us answer these questions. Our guest is Dr. Katy Patrick, a certified canine therapist, or a physical therapist for dogs.

We chat about:

• How to perform a 5-minute body scan on your dog
• 7 signs of pain
• Techniques to ease your dog’s pain
• Dos and don’ts about massage
• 3 at home exercises for your dog
• Mistakes pet parents make with their dogs’ physical health and mobility
• Common joint and musculatory issues in dogs
• Workout regimen for senior dogs

Dr. Katy was a physical therapist for humans before being a canine physical therapist. She owns Northern Colorado Canine Rehab. She’s a firm believer in “Movement is medicine.”.

She serves the surrounding areas of her hometown Johnstown, Colorado where she lives with her husband and 2 rescue dogs, Tobias and Beluga.

She also does online consultations through telehealth appointments.

You can learn more about Dr. Katy and her practice at www.nococaninerehab.com or follow her on Instagram, @NorthernColoradoCanineRehab.

• [2:11] Dr. Katy’s journey into general and canine physical therapy
• [4:08] 2 types of canine physical therapy patients
• [6:28} How to perform a 5-minute body scan on your dog
• [8:11] 7 signs of pain
• [10:16] Techniques to ease your dog’s pain
• [11:21] Dos and don’ts about massage
• {14:10] 3 at home exercises for your dog
• [16:27] Is jumping on and off the couch/bed good for your dog?
• [17:22] Mistakes pet parents make with their dogs’ physical health and mobility
• [20:22] Common joint and musculatory issues in dogs
• [22:54] Workout regimen for senior dogs
• [25:04] Warm up activities for your dog

• www.nococaninerehab.com
• Northern Colorado Canine Rehab on Instagram

• LinkedIn

Sunny’s® is the first line of supplements specially-designed for the unique needs of Golden Retrievers. 

Forever Golden® is the flagship product, and supports the healthy aging of adult and senior Golden Retrievers. 

It’s formulated by Holistic Vets to support flexy joints, supple skin, strong immunity, and healthy circulation of adult and senior Goldens.

Forever Golden® is loaded with 10 human-grade ingredients like Organic Reishi mushroom, Organic Chlorella, and superior forms of Curcumin and Ashwagandha. 

It’s also 100% Non-GMO and free from typical inflammatory ingredients that can cause problems for Goldens.  

Head on over to sunnysgoldens.com and use code PAWCAST for $10 off your first order.

The cooling vest your dog needs this summer. Seriously, think Under Armour® for your dog. 

With summer just around the corner, dogs are rockin’ that #sunsouttonguesout look.

But with over tens of thousands of dogs suffering yearly from overheating, how ‘bout we brush up on some summer safety.

We bring you Michael Bevis, the founder of the vet-recommended cooling vest - @KoolSkinz

He shares:

• Top summer safety tips for your dog
• Signs of overheating
• Breeds prone to heat stroke

Michael also debunks a common myth in the dog world! Let’s see if you know the answer.

Who’s more prone to heatstroke? Dogs with:

1. Dark fur
2. Light fur
3. Neither

Michael also shares why we should be more careful with our short-haired dogs.

To learn more visit koolskins.co or follow him on Instagram @KoolSkinz.

Click the link in our bio to tune in to this episode. And make sure you catch that 20% off discount code (plus free shipping!)

• [2:16] Inspiration for KoolSkinz
• [6:27] Why KoolSkinz is Underarmour® for your dog
• [14:40] What’s your dog’s pattern type?
• [17:52] Top summer safety tips
• [18:30] Signs of overheating
• [22:00] Breeds prone to heatstroke
• [22:38] Common myth DEBUNKED
• [23:32] 3 Principles by which KoolSkinz operates
• [24:55] Top 10 camping product by Dyrt magazine

• koolskinz.co
• KoolSkinz on Instagram

• LinkedIn

Sunny’s® is the first line of supplements specially-designed for the unique needs of Golden Retrievers. 

Forever Golden® is the flagship product, and supports the healthy aging of adult and senior Golden Retrievers. 

It’s formulated by Holistic Vets to support flexy joints, supple skin, strong immunity, and healthy circulation of adult and senior Goldens.

Forever Golden® is loaded with 10 human-grade ingredients like Organic Reishi mushroom, Organic Chlorella, and superior forms of Curcumin and Ashwagandha. 

It’s also 100% Non-GMO and free from typical inflammatory ingredients that can cause problems for Goldens.  

Head on over to sunnysgoldens.com and use code PAWCAST for $10 off your first order.

This one’s for those of us who’ve ever thought:

“Can I give my dog  ______?”

Who’ve rushed to Google after your dog scarfed down your leftovers.

Or, spent way too much at the vet when you fed him pepperoni. (YIKES!)

… (crickets)

Okay, maybe you haven’t done all that. But I know you've at least wondered what you should or shouldn’t feed your dog. And if so, this show is for you!

We have veterinarian, Dr. Mari Delaney, who created an app JUST FOR THAT!

Vet Protect is an app that helps pet parents prevent accidental poisoning. It lets you know what medication and food is safe or NOT safe for pets.

Not only that, it lets you know the amount you’ll likely spend at the vet for making this bonehead move. 

⇒ GUILTY ⇐ 

We chat about

• Common culprits of accidental poisoning 
• Symptoms of gettin’ chocolate wasted (Hello, Grown Ups anyone?!)
• How the Vet Protect app works

Having seen too many patients for accidental poisoning, she thought, “I gotta help these pet parents out.”

Thus, the idea for Vet Protect was born.

So go download the app. It’s available on Google Play and the Apple App store.

Your dog (and your wallet) will thank you.

Now tune in to this episode of the Thriving Dog Pawcast!

• [2:39] Is accidental poisoning common?
• [3:57] Common culprits in accidental poisoning 
• [8:38] Symptoms of chocolate overdose
• [11:42] What happens if my dog takes Advil?
• [12:09] Grapes and their toxicity
• [14:06] Can my dog eat Cheetos,?
• [15:12] How the Vet Protect app works
• [21:58] Unfavorable meat for your dog
• [22:58] Why Dr. Mari created the Vet Protect app

• vetprotect.app
• Vet Protect on Instagram

• LinkedIn

Sunny’s® is the first line of supplements specially-designed for the unique needs of Golden Retrievers. 

Forever Golden® is the flagship product, and supports the healthy aging of adult and senior Golden Retrievers. 

It’s formulated by Holistic Vets to support flexy joints, supple skin, strong immunity, and healthy circulation of adult and senior Goldens.

Forever Golden® is loaded with 10 human-grade ingredients like Organic Reishi mushroom, Organic Chlorella, and superior forms of Curcumin and Ashwagandha. 

It’s also 100% Non-GMO and free from typical inflammatory ingredients that can cause problems for Goldens.  

Head on over to sunnysgoldens.com and use code PAWCAST for $10 off your first order.

What you can do to end pet homelessness!

You know the feeling - you see a photo of a cute dog hoping to find a forever home and your heart melts. You wish you could take him home, but adoption isn’t always an option.

Teri Austin of the Amanda Foundation is on the show to share some tips on what you CAN do.

She got to the bottom of the pet homelessness problem and teaches you what she’s learned.

• The 4 states that should NEVER be on your breeder’s paperwork
• What to watch out for when donating to an animal charity
• The Amanda Foundation’s HOLISTIC solution to pet homelessness

Teri also shares some insight on how COVID has affected pet ownership - in a good way! Who would’ve thought the answer to common pet owner worries was so simple!

Teri has been the president of The Amanda Foundation for 35 years where their mission is “to rescue as many loyal pals from shelters and find them loving homes”.

Learn more about The Amanda Foundation at AmandaFoundation.org. Or, give them a follow @AmandaFoundation.

Tune in to this episode of the Thriving Dog Pawcast!

• [3:38] From actress to animal rescuer
• [8:02] Opening your heart again when your dog has crossed the rainbow bridge
• [10:01] The 4 states that should NOT be on your breeder’s paperwork
• [16:00] Tips for teaching kids to care for your dog
• [18:04] Should you foster or adopt?
• [20:20] How COVID has taught us to be better pet parents
• [22:15] Benefits of adopting older dogs vs. puppies
• [28:38] Amanda Foundation’s answer to pet homelessness
• [31:30] What to watch out for before donating to an animal charity

• AmandaFoundation.org
• Amanda Foundation on Instagram

• LinkedIn

Sunny’s® is the first line of supplements specially-designed for the unique needs of Golden Retrievers. 

Forever Golden® is the flagship product, and supports the healthy aging of adult and senior Golden Retrievers. 

It’s formulated by Holistic Vets to support flexy joints, supple skin, strong immunity, and healthy circulation of adult and senior Goldens.

Forever Golden® is loaded with 10 human-grade ingredients like Organic Reishi mushroom, Organic Chlorella, and superior forms of Curcumin and Ashwagandha. 

It’s also 100% Non-GMO and free from typical inflammatory ingredients that can cause problems for Goldens.  

Head on over to sunnysgoldens.com and use code PAWCAST for $10 off your first order.

Ever had one of those days where the only cure is an evening with Netflix and ice cream?

Then, as you’re getting ready to dip your spoon straight into the carton, your dog comes over with his supercanine powers and makes it allllllll better!

Today on the show we have holistic veterinarian, Dr. Jessica Fusch. We dive deep into the incredible connection we share with dogs. And how we might be passing on more than we’d like.

Dr. Fusch gives us some tips on how to decrease our stress. Including:

• Herbs that are safe for both you and your dog
• Homemade dog food recipe to try out

She also talks about how a pet’s health often mirrors their human’s - maybe their way of telling us to take better care of ourselves (hint, hint)

Dr. Fusch is the founder of Key Veterinary Care. They provide mobile preventative and therapy services around St. Augustine, Florida. She focuses on a holistic, proactive approach to pet health.

Get her free dog food recipe at: Dr. Fusch's home-cooked dog food recipe

You can learn more about Dr. Fusch at Keyvetcare.com and follow her on Instagram @keyveterinarycare.

• [3:34] How you’re passing your fear to your dog
• [7:29] Why you should destress - for their dog’s sake!
• [9:08] Your dog’s personality says more about you than you think
• [14:40] How you transfer energy to your pet - through science
• [18:16] Benefits of a mobile vet
• [19:03] Keys to a healthy diet
• [23:30] Can you make your dog sick?
• [27:35] The herb that reduces your stress (and your dog’s!) during the time of corona
• [32:09] Free recipe for your dog

• Keyvetcare.com
• Dr. Fusch's home-cooked dog food recipe
• Key Veterinary Care on Instagram

• LinkedIn

Sunny’s® is the first line of supplements specially-designed for the unique needs of Golden Retrievers. 

Forever Golden® is the flagship product, and supports the healthy aging of adult and senior Golden Retrievers. 

It’s formulated by Holistic Vets to support flexy joints, supple skin, strong immunity, and healthy circulation of adult and senior Goldens.

Forever Golden® is loaded with 10 human-grade ingredients like Organic Reishi mushroom, Organic Chlorella, and superior forms of Curcumin and Ashwagandha. 

It’s also 100% Non-GMO and free from typical inflammatory ingredients that can cause problems for Goldens.  

Head on over to sunnysgoldens.com and use code PAWCAST for $10 off your first order.

Thinking about rescuing a dog? We have the pet rescue expert herself on the show!

Hallmark Channel’s Larissa Wohl has you covered on all things pet adoption and fostering.

We chat about the difference between shelters and rescues and what to expect from each. She also shines some light on the biggest problem owners face with adoption - & the easy way to avoid it!

Larissa gives great tips for prospective pet parents such as:

• the adoption process for shelters vs. rescues
• introducing your rescue to other pets
• pros of fostering

When we said Larissa is an expert in this stuff, we weren’t kidding. As part of Hallmark Channel’s Adoption Ever After, she’s helped over 2,000 animals find their forever homes! She’s also produced and hosted several segments such as:

• Home & Family
• Kitten Bowl
• Cat Bowl
• American Rescue Dog Show
• Tails of Joy. 

Learn more about Larissa and her mission to be the voice for the voiceless at Larissawohl.com. You can also follow her on Instagram @larissawohl.

Tune in to this episode of the Thriving Dog Pawcast!

• [3:12] From journalist to pet rescue expert
• [10:08] Memorable rescue stories
• [14:55] Pros & Cons of breeders and shelters
• [19:07] How to pick a dog from shelters and rescues
• [20:07] Why you should look into shelters first
• [22:13] The biggest problem in adopting
• [24:37] What to expect when adopting from a rescue
• [28:52] Getting your dog acclimated to its new home
• [33:49] Fostering in the time of COVID-19

• larissawohl.com
• Larissa Wohl on Instagram

• LinkedIn

Sunny’s® is the first line of supplements specially-designed for the unique needs of Golden Retrievers. 

Forever Golden® is the flagship product, and supports the healthy aging of adult and senior Golden Retrievers. 

It’s formulated by Holistic Vets to support flexy joints, supple skin, strong immunity, and healthy circulation of adult and senior Goldens.

Forever Golden® is loaded with 10 human-grade ingredients like Organic Reishi mushroom, Organic Chlorella, and superior forms of Curcumin and Ashwagandha. 

It’s also 100% Non-GMO and free from typical inflammatory ingredients that can cause problems for Goldens.  

Head on over to sunnysgoldens.com and use code PAWCAST for $10 off your first order.

Ready to try a fresh, whole food diet for your dog? Try this 30-day exercise!

Dr. Oscar Chavez of Just Food For Dogs gives you the tools to get your dog on the fast track to health.

Dr. Chavez is a veterinarian and Chief Medical Officer at Just Food For Dogs®.

Just Food For Dogs® is an open-to-the-public kitchen serving Just Food For… yup, you guessed it… DOGS!

Dr. Chavez leads the team of in-house veterinarians who formulate each meal using only fresh, whole-food, human-grade ingredients.

And the best part… he shares all this with you!

Your dog will be eating meals backed by scientific studies from your home. Dr. Chavez teaches you how to:

• balance protein, fat, and carbs for your dog
• decode nutrition research
• make your own fresh, whole-food meals

“The science is showing that even within 30 days feeding a fresh, whole-food diet, you start to see a transformation.” - Dr. Chavez.

So tune in to this episode and head on over to justfoodfordogs.com. You can download all the recipes you’ll need for your dog’s 30-day transformation.

• [2:11] From tenured-track to dog food startup
• [10:53] What to feed your new puppy
• [15:37] The only downside of the raw food movement
• [20:23] What to watch out for when considering raw feeding
• [23:59] The raw, true answer to designing scientific studies
• [31:14] 30-day exercise
• [34:25] Balancing Protein, Fat, Carbs for your dog
• [38:40] A scientist’s view on cooling and warming nature of meats
• [45:34] The culprit behind processed food
•  

• https://www.justfoodfordogs.com/
• Just Food For Dogs® on Instagram

• LinkedIn

Sunny’s® is the first line of supplements specially-designed for the unique needs of Golden Retrievers. 

Forever Golden® is the flagship product, and supports the healthy aging of adult and senior Golden Retrievers. 

Forever Golden® is loaded with 10 human-grade ingredients like Organic Reishi mushroom, Organic Chlorella, and superior forms of Curcumin and Ashwagandha. 

It’s also 100% Non-GMO and free from typical inflammatory ingredients that can cause problems for Goldens.  

Head on over to sunnysgoldens.com and use code PAWCAST for $10 off your first order.

Ready to take the guesswork out of feeding your dog a healthy diet?

On today’s show, you’ll learn how 1 tablespoon of your dog’s hair can reveal the state of their nutrition.

Talk about simple!

Our Pawcast guest is Matt Rowe, founder of Parsley Pet - the company making pet health easy! 

Parsley Pet tests your dog for over 48 nutrients and heavy metals! They also provide you with a complete Nutritional Blueprint based on your dog’s unique results.

Matt walks us through the whole process of getting our paws on this test. And the best part … you can do it from home!

We also chat about:

• the best time to take the test
• 4 vital nutrients for your dog
• transitioning properly to raw food diet
• top metals tested in Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA)

When Matt’s not hanging out in the lab with his canine colleagues, he’s out educating all us pet parents. Matt is a certified dog nutritionist and raw feeding specialist. He holds a weekly educational conversation called Essential Nutrition for a Healthier Dog. You can check it out on his Facebook page at @ParsleyPet.

You can learn more about Matt and Parsley Pet on parsleypet.com and follow them on Instagram @parsleypetwellness. 

Tune in to this episode of the Thriving Dog Pawcast.

• [3:38] How is kibble processed?
• [6:46] How Parsley Pet began
• [13:02] How to get your dog’s Nutritional Blueprint Test
• [19:50] The best time to take the test
• [23:45] What brings customers to Parsley Pet
• [26:10] Parsley Pet’s weekly class, Essential Nutrition For A Healthier Dog
• [28:40] The 4 vital nutrients for your dog
• [30:55] Transitioning properly to raw food diet
• [36:04] Top metals tested in Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA)
• [42:30] Soil health and dog nutrition
• [48:02] Final advice

• parsleypet.com
• Parsley Pet on Facebook
• Parsley Pet on Instagram
• Pet Wellness Revolution Podcast

• LinkedIn

Sunny’s® is the first line of supplements specially-designed for the unique needs of Golden Retrievers. 

Forever Golden® is the flagship product, and supports the healthy aging of adult and senior Golden Retrievers. 

It’s formulated by Holistic Vets to support flexy joints, supple skin, strong immunity, and healthy circulation of adult and senior Goldens.

Forever Golden® is loaded with 10 human-grade ingredients like Organic Reishi mushroom, Organic Chlorella, and superior forms of Curcumin and Ashwagandha. 

It’s also 100% Non-GMO and free from typical inflammatory ingredients that can cause problems for Goldens.  

Head on over to sunnysgoldens.com and use code PAWCAST for $10 off your first order.

Get ready to learn all about herbs!

We have none other than the Canine Herbalist, Rita Hogan, on the show. You’ll be leaving this episode with a list of herbs to try on your dog.

Rita teaches us all about how herbs balance a dog’s body. She gives you the signs and symptoms to diagnose your dog as “cool” or “warm” and how to treat them.

We chat about:

• what a canine herbalist does
• “cooling” and “warming” herbs
• which herbs to give your warm or cool dog
• the dog treat test

Rita is the co-founder of Farm Dog Naturals - an herbal remedy company for the All-Natural dog. All of their products are plant-based and ethically-sourced ensuring the health of both dogs and the environment.

You can learn more about Rita at canineherbalist.com or farmdognaturals.com. You can also follow Farm Dog Naturals on instagram @FarmDogNaturals.

Tune in to this episode of the Thriving Dog Pawcast. 

• [3:04] What does a canine herbalist do?
• [3:04] What does a canine herbalist do?
• [9:15] Energetics 101
• [13:00] 8 signs and symptoms of a “warm” dog
• [17:56] Don’t give this to a warm dog
• [23:38] Are Sunny’s ingredients balanced?
• [25:32] The dog treat test
• [33:16] Signs and symptoms of a “cool” dog
• [35:43] Herbal recipe to warm your dog up
• [38:30] Great sources for herbs
• [39:36] Final advice about using herbs

Resources Mentioned on this episode

• canineherbalist.com
• farmdognaturals.com
• Farm Dog Naturals on Instagram

• LinkedIn

Sunny’s® is the first line of supplements specially-designed for the unique needs of Golden Retrievers. 

Forever Golden® is the flagship product, and supports the healthy aging of adult and senior Golden Retrievers. 

It’s formulated by Holistic Vets to support flexy joints, supple skin, strong immunity, and healthy circulation of adult and senior Goldens.

Forever Golden® is loaded with 10 human-grade ingredients like Organic Reishi mushroom, Organic Chlorella, and superior forms of Curcumin and Ashwagandha. 

It’s also 100% Non-GMO and free from typical inflammatory ingredients that can cause problems for Goldens. 

We’ve got the scoop on COVID-19… for your dog that is.

To answer all your coronavirus questions we got Dr. Tori Coutner of the @balancedpetvet on the show.

• Can my dog get coronavirus?
• Can they spread it?
• Are there any cases of the virus in pets?

But that’s not all we need to worry about. Many of us are experiencing the quarantine blues and our dogs feel it too.

Dr. Tori chats about the changes your dog is experiencing. She offers:

• tips for your dog’s anxiety
• what to do when your pets pick up the tension at home
• supplements to calm your dogs during COVID

But it doesn’t have to be all doom and gloom. There are so many things you can do with your dog during #quarantinelife.

And Dr. Tori gives us some great ideas!

There’s no doubt about it, we’re living in crazy times. But here at the Pawcast, we got your dog’s needs covered!

Now if you have a cat who’s pretty much hating you for intruding on their “me” time… sorry,  can’t help you there!

But you can learn more about Dr. Tori at balancedpetvet.com. She’s a veterinarian and founder of The Balanced Pet Vet in Southern California.

She believes in a balanced approach to pet care. Her pet patients get only the best of both western and eastern medicine.

Tune in to this episode of the Thriving Dog Pawcast!

• [4:08] Can your dog get coronavirus and transmit it?
• [9:54] Dr. Tori’s advice when your dog is acting weird
• [17:55] When your pets pick up the tension at home
• [21:27] Supplements to calm your dogs during COVID
• [25:55] Activities for your dog during quarantine
• [29:39] How you being at home is changing your dog’s diet 
• [32:54} Intermittent fasting for dogs
• [36:16] A balanced diet for your dog

• balancedpetvet.com
• Balanced Pet Vet on Instagram

• LinkedIn

Sunny’s® is the first line of supplements specially-designed for the unique needs of Golden Retrievers. 

Forever Golden® is the flagship product, and supports the healthy aging of adult and senior Golden Retrievers. 

It’s formulated by Holistic Vets to support flexy joints, supple skin, strong immunity, and healthy circulation of adult and senior Goldens.

Forever Golden® is loaded with 10 human-grade ingredients like Organic Reishi mushroom, Organic Chlorella, and superior forms of Curcumin and Ashwagandha. 

It’s also 100% Non-GMO and free from typical inflammatory ingredients that can cause problems for Goldens.  

Head on over to sunnysgoldens.com and use code PAWCAST for $10 off your first order.