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  • How to teach your dog to paint (and other at-home tricks) with Lonnie Olson

    Lonnie Olson is the founder of Dog Scouts of America. Yup, you read that right - DOG Scouts!

    A place where your dog can learn new tricks, play sports, and make new, furry friends. (Don't worry, pet parents get to share in on all the fun too).

    Just like boys and girls scouts, dogs get the opportunity to earn merit badges and proudly showcase them on their uniforms. There are frisbee badges, water rescue, and, get this, sign language!

    Lonnie covers how to teach your dog to paint (there's a merit badge for that too) and other tricks you can do at home. 

    Tune in to hear all about the fun you and your dog could have at Dog Scout camp. 

      Highlights: 

    [1:57] How Dog Scouts of America started

    [6:12] Why you should or should not go to dog scout camp

    [9:40] What you and your dog can expect

    [17:48] How to teach your dog to paint

    [28:08] Do you need help fundraising? Teach your dog to panhandle!

    [33:32] What you need to know about earning merit badges

    [36:30] Why you shouldn't be nervous for dog scout camp

    [38:08] Funny camp stories

    [43:57] Final thoughts from Lonnie

      Resources Mentioned on this episode

    Dog Scouts of America

    Dog Scout Troops

      Connect with Tim Berthold

    LinkedIn

      Thanks to our sponsor – Sunny's®

    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.

    47 min
  • 3 Easy Ways to Boost Your Dog's Health with Wholesome Herbs

    Susan Moore is the CEO of Kairos For Dogs, a line of organic and wildcrafted herbal blends made especially for our canine friends. 

    Kairos for Dogs... what does that mean?

    Well, the greek word "kairos," signifies the moment change is possible. It defines not only what the Kairos product stands for, but embedded throughout Susan's story.

    From her start with herbal blends for horses and even selling her tractor to get things rolling, Susan has had her fair share of these "kairos" moments. 

    She is also the owner of Chava Naturals, the company initially purchased (with that tractor) and the reason all this got started.

    Tune in to hear about the benefits your dog could be missing out on, as well as some simple recipes to try at home!

     

    Highlights: 

    [1:55] Introduction to Susan Moore and the benefits her animals experienced from herbs

    [7:11] DIY herbal recipes you can try at home (including Kairos' "Tasty Tuesday")

    [11:55] What are the best-selling products dog owners keep on hand?

    [15:45] Full transparency of where Kairos sources their herbs (and where they don't)

    [18:07] "Herb Toppers"... What's that?

    [19:09] The product for the outdoorsy dog owner 

    [22:55] Which herbs can you use to treat your dog's seasonal allergies?

    [24:04] Susan's recommendations to understand labels for herbs and supplements

    [25:20] The tricks to beware of when it comes to "grain-free" dog food

      Resources Mentioned on this episode

    Kairos for Dogs

    Instagram

    Facebook

      Connect with Tim Berthold

    LinkedIn

      Thanks to our sponsor – Sunny's®

    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.

    32 min
  • How to choose the best CBD for your dog: 4 must-haves and 3 red flags

    CBD products have exploded on the scene in the last couple of years. As with all supplements, labeling and ingredients can be difficult to understand. And don't even get me started on regulation! (or lack thereof). 

    The uncertainty of it all can make many consumers feel overwhelmed and filled with questions.

    Our guest this week will hopefully put an end to all this confusion. His name is Ryan Burke and he's my co-founder at Sunny's®. 

    He has significant background in the human side of the supplement industry and is the Product Manager for a leading company. Through his time in the industry he's managed the quality control efforts for over 100 botanical ingredients and has a true nose for quality ingredients.

    Today he'll share his deep knowledge on all things CBD and what you need to look for (and look out for) when it comes to choosing CBD for your dog.

    Highlights: 

    [1:55] Introduction and background for Ryan (and his dog Davie!)

    [3:30] The 4 must-haves when choosing a CBD for your dog

    [8:02] What terpenes are, and why buying organic is important

    [11:44] Quality labs Ryan recommends for testing CBD

    [14:44] A few other important things to consider with CBD products

    [19:05] How much CBD to use for different size dogs

    [22:40] Red flags to look for on a website when shopping for CBD products

    [26:40] Pros and cons of different extraction methods (CO2 vs hydrocarbon, etc)

     

    Resources Mentioned on this episode

    Sunny's Goldens

    Eurofins Lab Testing

    Dogs Naturally

      Connect with Tim Berthold

    LinkedIn

     

    Thanks to our sponsor – Sunny's®

    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.

    31 min
  • The Healing Power of CBD with Angela Ardolino of CBD Dog Health

    Wondering if CBD could benefit your dog? 

    In this episode, I sit with Angela Ardolino, founder of CBD Dog Health, to talk about how CBD is changing the lives of dogs everywhere.

    Angela's journey started when she began experiencing health issues of her own. After extensive research into alternative treatments, she discovered the profound benefits of CBD.

    But when her search for the same high-quality oils for dogs yielded no results, she decided to change that. 

    We chat all about how she went on to start her own company, CBD Dog Health - a provider of full-spectrum CBD oils and other hemp pet products. 

    A true pet advocate, Angela is also the owner of Fire Flake Farm and President of Salvatore Dogi, LLC. 

    Want to skip to the good stuff? Let's dive right in!

      Highlights: 

    [1:25] How Angela's own medical issues led her to CBD

    [11:55] The effects of cannabinoids on your dog

    [20:38] Do you know the difference between THC, hemp, and CBD?

    [29:15] What goes into product labeling?

    [33:10] How much THC is needed for best effects?

    [40:11] What to look for in CBD labeling

    [50:29] Is your dog suffering from these common ailments? CBD can help!

    [56:55] My dog isn't sick; can CBD help them too?

    [65:07] What else is Angela up to?

      Resources Mentioned on this episode

    CBD Dog Health

    LinkedIn for Angela Ardolina

    Fire Flake Farm Facebook Group

    ProjectCBD

    Dogs Naturally

    Society of Cannabis Clinicians

      Connect with Tim Berthold

    LinkedIn

      Thanks to our sponsor – Sunny's®

    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.

     

    1 hr 12 min
  • Healing Animals Through Reiki with Kathleen Prasad

     

    Being over doing: how to meditate with your dog, and why! (Kathleen Prasad with Animal Reiki Source)

    In this episode, I chat with Kathleen Prasad about her experience with Animal Reiki. 

    Along with being a devoted practitioner, Kathleen is the:

    -       Founder of Animal Reiki Source

    -       Co-founder and president of the Shelter Animal Reiki Source (SARA)

    -       Creator of the Let Animals Lead® method.

    Her non-profit SARA is dedicated to teaching the Let Animals Lead® method in order to bring peace and healing to shelter animals. 

    Kicking off our chat with a (much needed) guided breathing meditation, Kathleen leads us through the world of Animal Reiki.

    Make sure you have your pet nearby to share in this experience!

     

    Highlights: 

    [3:55] Intro meditation with Kathleen Prasad

    [12:35] Some animals can sense when you are not focused with them

    [21:50] What animal Reiki is, and how Kathleen was drawn to it

    [35:35] How long did it take for Kathleen to develop Animal Reiki?

    [45:30] The focus and methods of Kathleen's practice

    [56:36] Is Reiki for everyone?

    [60:02] Are certain breeds of dogs more or less receptive of Reiki, and when is a good time of the day to perform animal Reiki?

    [67:55] How Animal Reiki has developed over the last 20 years

     

    Resources Mentioned on this episode

    Animal Reiki Source

    Shelter Animal Reiki Association 

    Animal Reiki Source YouTube Channel

    Twitter

    Facebook

    Pinterest

      Connect with Tim Berthold

    LinkedIn

     

    Thanks to our sponsor – Sunny's®

    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.

    1 hr 18 min
  • All about holistic Veterinary medicine with Dr. Jessie Dreyfuss

    This week I sit down with Dr. Jessie Dreyfuss, or, as her clients call her, "Dr. Jessie". There has been a growing shift among Americans to a more natural, conscious diet, and the same is true for many pet owners, as well. Dr. Jessie became a Veterinarian but after her sick dog found relief from Eastern medicine, she decided to incorporate more holistic methods into her practice. She has helped a lot of pets (or "kids" as she calls them) and now wants to help animal owners learn how to holistically care for their pets. 

     

    Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn: 

    [3:03] Dr. Jessie outlines her practice and methods

    [4:14] How Dr. Jessie became a vet and her journey to learning about holistic medicine

    [11:20] Western veterinary medicine vs Eastern veterinary medicine and how Dr. Jessie balances the two in her practice

    [14:35] Common reasons owners turn to Dr. Jessie for their pets

    [20:39] Sometimes non-natural remedies are needed

    [22:08] Common natural treatments for skin allergies

    [26:20] The different "temperatures" of meat and some examples of each

    [29:32] The topics Dr. Jessie will cover in her online courses

    [30:26] What is acupuncture and acupressure?

    [35:35] What is a great home-cooked meal for a pet?

    [39:20] Dr. Jessie's thoughts on kibble

    [46:19] What about a raw diet? Dr. Jessie's thoughts on a raw diet for pets

    [51:40] Grain-free diets and the rise of heart conditions in pets on grain-free diets

    [55:22] The use of supplements and which ones Dr. Jessie likes

    [58:20] A testimonial from one of Dr. Jessie's patients (who is a Golden)

    [1:01:30] Caring for aging animals and common ailments for Golden Retrievers

    [1:04:32] Dr. Jessie's thoughts on the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study

    [1:08:03] The effects of human stress on pets

    [1:11:32] What Dr. Jessie will be working on 

     

    In this episode…

    Natural remedies and holistic care are not just for humans. Everything from diet to medicine can be treated holistically for your pets. Pet diets that more closely match what they would eat in the wild are becoming more popular. But which are the best to follow?

    Dr. Jessie Dreyfuss, aka Dr. Jessie, is a certified holistic veterinarian in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and owner of the Healing Paws Center. Dr. Jessie is an expert in providing pet owners with all sorts of unique holistic therapies such as pet acupuncture, rehab, physical therapy, nutrition, herbal medicine, and a host of other holistic therapies like electro-acupuncture and hydrotherapy. 

    In this episode, Tim is joined by Dr. Jessie to talk about what led her to incorporate holistic Veterinary Medicine into her practice, the effects of human stress on pets, and how pet owners can incorporate holistic care into their home life. 

    Resources Mentioned on this episode

    Dr. Jessie's Website

    Healing Paws Center

    LinkedIn for Dr. Jessie

      Connect with Tim Berthold

    LinkedIn

      Thanks to our sponsor – Sunny's Goldens.

     

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

    Forever Golden is the flagship product, and it supports the healthy aging of adult and senior Golden Retrievers.  It's 100% Non-GMO and loaded with 10 human-grade ingredients like organic Reishi mushroom, Organic Chlorella, and superior forms of Curcumin and Ashwagandha. 

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

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

    1 hr 13 min
  • How to do raw feeding right with Carla Boyadjian

    Thinking of trying out a raw diet, but not sure where to begin? This episode is for you. Carla Boyadjian is the founder of Raw Feeding Miami, an online store for pet owners to buy raw meats, bones, organs, supplements, and treats. Carla switched her dog Brutus to a raw diet to fight his health issues, and never looked back. 

    Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn: 

     

    [1:15] Introduction to Carla and how she got started with a raw diet for her dog Brutus

    [4:22] What foods led to her Brutus' issues

    [6:16] What is meant by "raw food" 

    [9:35] How Carla finds a good balance for a raw diet, and what you should know before starting your dog on a raw diet

    [17:10] Some transformational stories of dogs who have had positive relief from utilizing a raw diet

    [20:06] The "temperature" of different meats in Chinese Medicine

    [23:25] What is the "Prey Model"?

    [27:08] Advice for those who wish to try out a raw diet for their pets

    [30:30] Cost analysis of a raw diet vs traditional dog food.

    [34:50] What is colostrum, and what is it used for?

    [39:30] Why store-bought eggs need to be refrigerated right away, and differences between "free-range", "pasture-raised", etc

    [43:48] Balanced diet is very essential for feeding puppies  

    [48:35] Carla's thoughts for taking care of Golden Retrievers

    [52:08] Dental care for animals on the raw diet, and which types of bones are good for dogs

    [55:05] Are flea and tick meds okay for dogs?

    [57:27] Is dairy okay for dogs?

    [60:50] Carla's favorite resources for information

    In this episode…

    The Raw Food Diet has gained popularity in recent years, and it has shown to be a great help for animals with allergy and health problems, but many owners of otherwise healthy pets have begun to make the switch. 

    Carla Boyadjian is an expert. She and her company have developed a raw diet system and network which has the science down of what, when, and how much to feed your pet when switching to a raw diet. All of their meats are grass-fed and are hormone and antibiotic-free, and she has done immense research to find out exactly what animals need to get a balanced, nutritious diet.

    This week Carla sits down with Tim to discuss the benefits of a raw diet, the costs of switching from traditional dog food, some inspiring stories from owners, and so much more.

    Resources Mentioned on this episode

    Raw Feeding Miami

    Instagram

    Perfectly Rawsome

    Connect with Tim Berthold

    LinkedIn

    Sponsor for this episode

    Forever Golden is the flagship product, and it supports the healthy aging of Adult and Senior Golden Retrievers.  Forever Golden is 100% Non-GMO and loaded with 10 human-grade ingredients (many of which are organic) It's formulated by Holistic Vets to support flexy joints, supple skin, strong immunity, and healthy circulation of Golden Retrievers as they age.   

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

     

    1 hr 6 min
  • How 3,000 Golden Retrievers are leading the way in the fight against cancer

    This week I look at the 3,000 Golden Retrievers who are on the front line of the fight against cancer, as well as the scientists who are putting on the largest cancer study of its kind.

     

    Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn: 

    [0:50] Tim introduces his sister 

    [2:05] The Golden Retriever Lifetime Study

    [3:45] 60% of Golden Retrievers contract cancer

    [7:25] The leadership behind the study

    [10:42] Additional facts about the study

    [13:06] What is a P.O.L.C. study?

    [15:43] What was the study looking for?

    [19:05] The cancers which were looked at

    [21:28] More details on the Goldens 

    [36:10] Stats which were not reported, but would be nice to know

    [47:23] Final thoughts

     

     

    In this episode…

    This episode is all about the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study. While it was covered briefly in a previous episode (Five Pioneers in Canine Health), this episode will go deeper down the rabbit hole.

    The Golden Retriever Lifetime Study is tracking the health of over 3,000 Golden Retrievers to determine genetic, environmental, and other risk factors that drive higher rates of cancer in Golden Retrievers.  

    It's being conducted by the Morris Animal Foundation at Colorado State University. For those not familiar, the Morris Animal Foundation has its roots all the way back to the Great Depression, when a Veterinarian named Dr. Mark Morris noticed a high number of cases of kidney disease in dogs.

    He discovered that before the Depression, people fed their dogs table scraps - the same food they humans were eating.  

    When the Depression came around, ever bite of food mattered, so people kept the table scraps for themselves, and fed their dogs dry and canned dog food made with low-quality meat byproducts.  

    So Dr. Morris created his own dog food designed to treat kidney disease, and the results were effective.  Long story short, Dr. Morris expanded his dog food line over the years and used 0.5% royalty to build a foundation dedicated to science and research in support of animal health.

    The Foundation was founded in 1948 and remains one of the largest and most highly respected animal health organizations in the world. 

    It has invested more than $103 million toward 2,500+ studies that have led to significant breakthroughs in diagnostics, treatments, preventions and cures benefitting companion animals, horses, and wildlife worldwide.

    Now technically, the study falls under the Canine Lifetime Health Project, which is run by the Foundation and matches owners and their dogs with clinical research studies. The Golden Retriever Lifetime Study is the first study actually conducted by the Foundation, through this Project.  

     

     

    Leadership involved with the study

    Tiffany Grunert, who is the President & CEO of Morris Animal Foundation.  She learned about the Foundation when her dog, Chewy, passed away and a friend donated to the Foundation in her honor.  She joined in a marketing capacity and then climbed the ranks to CEO.

    Perhaps her biggest contribution to the study has been realigning the inner workings of the Foundation to ensure all departments are supporting it.  Thank you, Tiffany!

    Ryan Welch is the Chief Development Officer, aka the guy responsible for raising money for the Foundation. Ryan joined the Foundation this year in 2019. Even though the study is largely funded, it's clear he continues to raise not only for the Foundation but for the study itself (Tim himself donated through the website and it was very easy - here's a link: donate here).

    Janet Patterson Kane is the Chief Scientific Officer at the Foundation, and given her deep expertise in pathology. Janet was the first woman to be Chair of Veterinary Pathology at the University of Glasgow's Veterinary School.

    The next two leaders have been talked about on previous episodes of the Pawcast: 

    Dr Rodney Page, who is the principal investigator on the study

    And Missy Simpson, the epidemiologist working on the study design, and doing all the nerdy stuff to crunch the data and make sense of it.  

    Another notable mention is David Haworth, who was CEO of the Foundation from 2011-2015 and led the Foundation to reach its enrollment targets for the 3,000 Goldens. He has a Golden himself, who should be about 6 if my math is correct.

    There are certainly many other folks supporting the study now and who have contributed to it over the years, and of course some people are being left out. You can read all about them at Morris Animal Foundation's GLRS, otherwise this will go on like an Oscar speech and we have 3,000 Goldens to talk about.

     

    Sources:

    1. Morris Animal Foundation
    2. The Golden Retriever Lifetime Study: establishing an observational cohort study with translational relevance for human health, The Royal Society
    3. Population characteristics of golden retriever lifetime study enrollees, Canine Genetics and Epidemiology

     

    You can also hear directly from Dr. Missy Simpson, the Epidemiologist on the study, on the Fresh Scoop Podcast, which is a show put on by the Foundation itself.  Many of these notes here come from that episode.

    Resources Mentioned on this episode

    Sunny's Goldens

    Connect with Tim Berthold

    LinkedIn

    Sponsor for this episode

    Forever Golden is the flagship product, and it supports the healthy aging of Adult and Senior Golden Retrievers.  Forever Golden is 100% Non-GMO and loaded with 10 human-grade ingredients (many of which are organic) It's formulated by Holistic Vets to support flexy joints, supple skin, strong immunity, and healthy circulation of Golden Retrievers as they age.   

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

     

    48 min
  • The Little Company Doing Big Things for Golden Retrievers

    Did you know that Golden Retrievers are more prone to certain health problems than other breeds? Hear the story of how Tim Berthold and his team started Sunny's to create a line of products specially-designed to the unique needs of Golden Retrievers…

    Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn: 

    [1:15] Some background on Tim Berthold

    [3:45] Tim's experiences driving a submarine for the Navy

    [6:25] How Naval training and experience informed Tim's career since

    [10:30] The origins and life of Tim's dog Sunny 

    [17:20] The ingredients of Sunny's product, and why Tim chose those for the dog food

    In this episode…

    How did Tim get where he is, and what made him start Sunny's Goldens? When he did research on the ingredients found in the common dog foods, Tim felt they weren't good enough, so he decided to make his own. On this episode of Thriving Dog Pawcast, Tim is joined by Dr. Jeremy Weisz, who interviews Tim to find out a little more about his life and what brought him to create Sunny's Goldens.

    Resources Mentioned on this episode

    Sunny's Goldens

    Connect with Tim Berthold

    LinkedIn

    Sponsor for this episode

     

    Forever Golden is the flagship product, and it supports the healthy aging of Adult and Senior Golden Retrievers.  Forever Golden is 100% Non-GMO and loaded with 10 human-grade ingredients (many of which are organic) It's formulated by Holistic Vets to support flexy joints, supple skin, strong immunity, and healthy circulation of Golden Retrievers as they age.   

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

    22 min
  • Five Pioneers in Canine Health

    In this episode I cover 5 leaders in canine health who are doing big things to help the dog you love live a healthier and happier life.  It's fitting that three of them are involved in the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study – as massive scientific undertaking that will inform the health of dogs for years to come.

    All these leaders are passionate about their work and are contributing to the health of our dogs in special ways.  I believe they deserve our sincere recognition, so here we go!

    Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn: 

     

    [1:44] Pioneer #1: Dr. Rodney Page, DVM

    [3:36] Pioneer #2: Bill Bookout

    [7:55] Pioneer #3: Dr. Nancy Scanlan, DVM

    [10:54] Pioneer #4: Dr. Missy Simpson, DVM

    [12:39] Pioneer #5: The Golden Retrievers and their owners in the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study

    [16:59] Final thoughts

    In this episode…

     

    A look at the people mentioned in this episode:

     

    Dr. Rodney Page, DVM

    Dr. Page is a fourth-generation Coloradoan, born in Boulder (like my mom) and the lead investigator for the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study - what many consider to be the most significant veterinary study ever undertaken.  (we'll get into that in a separate episode).

    He works out of Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO where he is the Stephen Withrow Presidential Chair in Oncology, as well as the Director of the Flint Animal Cancer Center

    Prior to becoming a Veterinarian, he received a Master in physiology at Georgetown Medical School, intending to pursue a career in human medicine.  Lucky for us he brought his talents to Veterinary Medicine and completed his DVM at Colorado State.

     

    Bill Bookout

    President and one of the Founding Members of the National Animal Supplement Council (aka NASC), a nonprofit industry group dedicated to protecting and enhancing the health of companion animals and horses throughout the U.S. The NASC was formed in 2001 when a complicated and erratic regulatory environment threatened the multibillion-dollar animal supplement industry.

     

    Nancy Scanlan, DVM

    Dr. Nancy Scanlan is the Executive Director of AHVMF (the American Holistic Veterinarian Medical Foundation) and we had a very nice chat when I was in the early stages of creating Sunny's.

    She received her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from UC Davis and is certified by IVAS (International Veterinary Acupuncture Society) in Acupuncture.

     

    Dr. Missy Simpson, DVM

    Dr. Simpson is the epidemiologist for the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study.  

    Dr. Simpson studied at Colorado State University as an undergraduate and then again for Veterinary Medicine, followed by a PhD in Epidemiology at The Colorado School of Public Health.

    Fittingly, she happens to be the author of the most recent publication on the study (published Nov 2017 and titled "Population characteristics of golden retriever lifetime study enrollees").

    Resources Mentioned on this episode

    Morris Animal Foundation

    The Golden Retriever Lifetime Study

    Connect with Tim Berthold

    LinkedIn

    Sponsor for this episode

    Forever Golden is the flagship product, and it supports the healthy aging of Adult and Senior Golden Retrievers.  Forever Golden is 100% Non-GMO and loaded with 10 human-grade ingredients (many of which are organic) It's formulated by Holistic Vets to support flexy joints, supple skin, strong immunity, and healthy circulation of Golden Retrievers as they age.   

     

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

     

    19 min

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