Most of us have been taught that loving our pets means keeping their bowls full, but what if that instinct is actually shortening their lives?Dr. Katie Deming welcomes Dr. Maureen McMichael, a board-certified veterinary emergency and pet health specialist, to explore how fasting for pets, time-restricted eating, and caloric restriction can transform animal health. You’ll learn why free-feeding dogs may be harmful, how fasting can extend lifespan, and why cats and dogs have very different needs when it comes to food timing.Chapters 00:01:05 — Why sick animals refuse food 00:07:00 — From emergency vet to working dog nutrition 00:10:17 — Healthy dogs: simple fasting routines and how to start 00:26:40 — The Farmer’s Dog, cost vs homemade, and easy add-ons 00:35:26 — Pets as mirrors of our inner healing: grief, remedies, and intuitionThey explore the practical approaches to holistic pet nutrition,including the role of fermented vegetables,kefirr, sardines, bone broth, and raw food diets, along with how to safely balance homemade dog food, commercial options like The Farmer’s Dog, and ketogenic pet diets.Listen and learn how pets can mirror their owners’ illnesses and emotions, and why your stress may affect your pet’s wellbeing.Connect with guest: https://newbiologyclinic.com/Access the FREE Water Fasting Masterclass Now: https://www.katiedeming.com/the-healing-power-of-fasting/ Transform your hydration with the system that delivers filtered, mineralized, and structured water all in one. Spring Aqua System: https://springaqua.info/drkatieMORE FROM KATIE DEMING M.D. Work with Dr. Katie: www.katiedeming.com 6 Pillars of Healing Cancer Workshop Series - Click Here to Enroll Follow Dr. Katie Deming on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiedemingmd/ Email: [email protected] Please Support the Show Share this episode with a friend or family member Give a Review on Spotify Give a Review on Apple Podcast Watch on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5LplU70TE9i01tW_7Tozi8b6X6rGBKA2&si=ZXLy5PjM7daD6AV5 DISCLAIMER: The Born to Heal Podcast is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for seeking professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual medical histories are unique; therefore, this episode should not be used to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease without consulting your healthcare provider.

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