Take Control of Your Pet's Health with Dr. Becker

Best of Series- Rescuing Animals as a Lifelong Passion

27 Oct 2021

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Kristy Morrell's Project Precious Rescue organization is devoted to helping animals with medical and behavioral needs — animals that might be overlo...

Giving Elderly Dogs a New Home Discussion Between Dr. Karen Becker & Karen Cole

24 Oct 2021

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Karen Cole runs a hospice known as Lizzy's Animal Hospice, which focuses on rehoming elderly dogs. Discover how her journey started in this interview ...

Best of Series- Educating Pet Parents on the Importance of Nutrition

20 Oct 2021

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In this best of series episode, Jessica Da Silva realized that there's very little information regarding pet nutrition in Spanish. She has made it her...

Game Changer Series- Following Your Passion for Rescue

17 Oct 2021

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As a kid, Laurie used to take care of wounded animals here and there. Now an adult, Laurie has been able to continue her passion into a full-fledged o...

Best of Series- The Struggles of Holistic Veterinary Medicine

13 Oct 2021

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In this best of series episode I talk with my friend and fellow integrative veterinary colleague Dr. Laurie Coger about a wide range of topics (in no ...

Expanding Your Animal Care Operations Discussion Between Tamara Belotti & Dr. Karen Becker

10 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Tamara Belotti initially ran a hospice for dogs with owners who were deployed in the military. Over time, she expanded her operation to become a non-p...

Best of Series- Expanding Into Holistic Practice

06 Oct 2021

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Dr. Anna Maria Wolf has been nominated for an animal Game Changer award for the incredible work she's doing making holistic house calls in the Olympic...

Giving Abused Animals a Second Chance Dr. Becker Interviews Kate Sears

02 Oct 2021

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Kate Sears works at Two Ladies Four Paws Rescue, an organization that takes in animals not only America, but in other countries as well.

Best of Series- Changing the Direction of Your Practice

29 Sep 2021

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Dr. Cecille O'Brien Greenleaf encountered challenges early in her career. This led her to become educated in more healing modalities than she ever tho...

Best of Series- Rescuing Dogs

26 Sep 2021

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In this best of series interview, Shanne Roberts discusses her job to rescue dogs that are going to be killed through her organization, Luna Siberian ...

Best of Series- Rescuing Horses While Saving Humans

22 Sep 2021

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In this best of series episode we talk to Pat Beauvais who founded the Heart & Soul Equine Foundation, which rescues horses while simultaneously provi...

Game Changer Series- Giving Deaf Dogs a Chance To Be Heard

19 Sep 2021

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Christina Lee runs Deaf Dogs Rock, an animal shelter that cares for deaf dogs. Find out her incredible story in this interview with Dr. Karen Becker.

Best of Series- Following Your Passion for Animals

15 Sep 2021

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In this best of episode discover how volunteering created Sarah Lauch's passion for helping animals through her organization Live Like Roo.

Best of Series- Rescuing Shelter Dogs in Canada

12 Sep 2021

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I interview Jodi Lane in this best of interview about rescuing shelter dogs in Canada. Jodi Lane is the founder of K9 Crusaders Animal Rescue. Learn a...

Best of Series- Taking Rescuing to New Heights

08 Sep 2021

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In this best of series interview, Jenifer Alcorn is the executive director of South Coast Humane Society. Learn the improvements she has made once she...

Helping Pet Parents Become Better Discussion Between Shelly Gibbs & Dr. Becker

05 Sep 2021

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Shelly Gibbs is an expert in helping pet parents understand their pets better. Discover her amazing story in this interview with Dr. Karen Becker.

Best of Series- Following Your Curiosity

01 Sep 2021

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In this best of interview, Dr. Will Falconer of Vital Animal has been through a long journey of discovery. Learn what spurred him to become the veteri...

Game Changer Series- Sharing the Passion for Raw Food

28 Aug 2021

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Ever since Maria has discovered how feeding a raw food diet benefited her pets, she's been on a mission to spread it to other pet lovers in Mexico. Di...

Best of Series- Treating the Entire Family

25 Aug 2021

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In this best of series episode, Dr. Shannon Ruff is a chiropractic practitioner who can also treat pets. Find out how she balances her work and create...

Best of Series- Being a Mobile Veterinarian

22 Aug 2021

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In this best of series, Dr. Heather Oxford is nominated for an Animal Game Changer award. In this interview, learn what makes her practice special com...

Best of Series- Dr. Becker Interviews Shelly Roche

18 Aug 2021

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Shelly Roche is the founder of rescue organization TinyKittens. Learn what inspired her to help start rescuing cats in this interview.

Best of Series- Dr. Becker Interviews Dr. Donna Kelleher

15 Aug 2021

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Dr. Donna Kelleher is a veterinarian nominated for an Animal Game Changer award. Discover her work and her current projects right now.

Best of Series- Dr. Becker Interviews Dr. Jeff Feinman

11 Aug 2021

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Dr. Jeff Feinman is an integrative veterinarian and CEO of Holistic Actions. Discover his journey to how he arrived to his current career phase.

Wrapping Up CANWI Awareness Week

07 Aug 2021

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Dr. Karen Becker and Dr. Donna Raditic recap CANWI's Awareness Week by discussing the amazing panelists who were interviewed.

The Science of Formulating Healthy, Homemade Diets for Pets

06 Aug 2021

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In this guest interview Dr. Donna Raditic speaks with Dr. Laura Gaylord. She shares her story how she became a board-certified veterinary nutritionist...

Specialized, Safe Nutrition for Individual Pet

05 Aug 2021

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Dr. Donna Raditic guest interviews Nicole Cammack, an incoming doctorate student who will be studying pet food nutrition.

AGEs in Ultra-Processed Pet Foods Can Lead to Disease Development

04 Aug 2021

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Dr. Donna Raditic guest interviews Dr. Joseph Bartges, a veterinarian and researcher currently leading a team to study the effects of different pet fo...

The Importance of Safe Food Handling in Formulating Specialized Homemade Diets

03 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Donna Raditic guest interviews Dr. Laura Gaylord for the first time during CANWI Week, she talks about ultra-processed pet foods, the growing mark...

The Role of Dietary Advanced Glycation End Products in Cancer Development

02 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Donna Raditic guest interviews David Turner about the research that he's doing regarding advanced glycation end products and how it can translate ...

CANWI Awareness Week: Insights Into Commercial Pet Foods: Can We Do Better? Yes, We Can!

01 Aug 2021

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Dr. Karen Becker and Dr. Donna Raditic welcomes you to celebrate CANWI's Awareness Week.

Best of Series- Dr. Becker Interviews Dr. Jaime Gonzalez

28 Jul 2021

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In this best of series Dr. Jaime Gonzalez is a holistic veterinarian who grew up in Mexico. Learn how his upbringing influenced his decision into beco...

Best of Series- Transforming Modalities

25 Jul 2021

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Our latest Healthy Pets Game Changer nomination goes to Dr. Becca Klobuchar, who spoke with me about her career, which has been an incredible journey....

Best of Series- Adapting to Provide Better Veterinary Care

21 Jul 2021

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Dr. Marc Smith is nominated for a Game Changer award. Learn more about him and how his work helps pets and their owners in this best of series intervi...

Best of Series- Searching for Non-Invasive Therapies

18 Jul 2021

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In this best of series interview, Dr. Becker interviews Debi Famelos of the Canine Bowen Institute and how this method may help dogs in need.

Best of Series- Why Amanda Jo Saves Dogs

14 Jul 2021

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Dr. Karen Becker interviews Amanda Jo, co-founder of Bunny's Buddies. Discover what inspired Amanda Jo to start helping hundreds of animals around the...

Best of Series- How Dogs Can Save Other Fellow Dogs

11 Jul 2021

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In this best of series Jocelyn Pratt of the BRVBB is nominated for a Game Changer award. Discover how her work with BRVBB helps dogs in need.

Best of Series- The Wonders of Coconut Oil

04 Jul 2021

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In this best of series, Dr. Karen Becker interviews the owners of CocoTherapy on how coconut oil can benefit your pet's health, both inside and outsid...

Game Changer- Healing Humans and Animals With Tammy Brzezniak

27 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this Game Changer episode, Tammy Brzezniak is a physical therapist who also dedicates her time to rescuing animals. Find out how her occupation goe...

Game Changer- Discovering Homeopathy With Dr. Peter Dobias

20 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this Game Changer episode, Dr. Peter Dobias is a veterinarian with a passion for homeopathy. Discover how he discovered this approach and how it ma...

Game Changer- Following Your Calling WIth Dr. Michelle Simoes

16 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this Game Changer episode, Dr. Michelle Simoes comes from a family of doctors, so it was natural of her to follow this path. Only this time, she ch...

Game Changer- Starting a Rescue With Donna Ezzell

13 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this game changer episode, Donna Ezzell is passionate about animals and started rescue organization Carolina Poodle Rescue to improve her surroundi...

Game Changer- Addressing Systemic Issues With Dr. Mace Licuanan

09 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Dr. Mace Licuanan is a veterinarian in the Philippines and she is passionate about improving veterinary services in the country. List...

Game Changer- Discovering New Ways of Healing With Dr. Elizabeth McKinstry

06 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this game changer episdoe, Dr. Elizabeth McKinstry used to practice conventional medicine on her patients, but a chance encounter opened up new pat...

Game Changer- Treating Pets at Home With Dr. Loretta Rodriguez

02 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this game changer episode, early in her career, Dr. Lorie Rodriguez recognized the importance of treating animals at their home instead of the clin...

Game Changer- Being Open to New Modalities With Dr. Nicole Sheehan

30 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this game changer episode, Dr. Nicole Sheehan started pretty late as a veterinarian, but has quickly found her specialty. Discover her journey in t...

Game Changer- Rescuing Pugs With Kristine Lovelady

26 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this game changer interview, Kristine Lovelady runs a rescue organization that focuses on pugs. Discover how her story came to be in this interview...

Game Changer- Dr. Becker Interviews Dr. Kim Henneman

23 May 2021

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In this game changer interview, Dr. Kim Henneman has extensive experience treating animals and even volunteered in the Iditarod, which keeps her enthu...

Game Changer Dr. Myra Tabet - Raising Animal Awareness in Lebanon

19 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Myra Tabet is a veterinarian in Lebanon with a strong passion for helping animals in her community. Discover her story in this interview with Dr. ...

Game Changer- Transitioning to a Holistic Practice With Dr. Neely North

16 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this Game Changer interview, Dr. Neely North originally started out with conventional veterinarian medicine. However, her experiences changed her m...

Canine Testosterone Replacement With Dr. David Bieber

12 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. David Bieber has a unique practice that involves testosterone replacement therapy in dogs. Find out how he fell into this niche practice in this i...

Game Changer- Rescuing Animals in South America With Giselle Huertas

09 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Giselle Huertas has been nominated for a Game Change award thanks to her work with animals in South America. Discover her story and t...

Game Changer- Providing Equipment for Animals With Debra Jo Chiapuzio

05 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this Game Changer episode Debra Jo's Emma Zen Foundation helps raise funds to purchase animal oxygen masks that will be donated to firefighters. Le...

Game Changer- Sustaining a Lifelong Passion for Rescuing With Lorrie McClain

02 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Lorrie McClain is a veteran with almost three decades of experience when it comes to rescuing animals. Discover how she started in thi...

Game Changer -Giving Senior Animals a Chance With Michele Allen

28 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Michele Allen mission is to give senior animals a wonderful life and take care of them as best as they can at her organization Monkey...

Game Changer- Following Your Passion for Animals With Jennifer Harmel

25 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this Game Changer episode Jennifer Harmel, equine therapist, but she was actually in a different line of work many years ago. Discover how she foll...

Game Changer- Running Your Own Rescue Organization With Kimberly Saxelby

21 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kimberly Saxelby used to work with an animal rescue group, but eventually ran her own organization. Find out how she started PAW Love in this intervie...

Following Your Passion for Animals With Eva Servais

18 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Eva Servais originally wanted to become a veterinarian, but her parents did not let her. Still, that didn't stop Eva from working with animals in a di...

Overcoming Setbacks and Finding Purpose With Bobby Humphreys

14 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Bobby Humphreys turned to the loving company of dogs when he went through hard times. Learn how he channeled his pain into something positive in this ...

Game Changer Series- Rescuing Rat Terriers With Wendy Bradley

11 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Wendy Bradley has an affinity for rat terriers and has a rescue organization specific for this breed. Moreover, the organization she belongs with resc...

The Joy of Opening Your Own Practice With Dr. Lisa Confessore

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Lisa Confessore has worked as an associate veterinarian for a long time. Finally, she mustered up the courage to open her own practice. Discover h...

Game Changer Series- Emphasizing the Importance of Nutrition With Monica Gonzalez Tovar

04 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Monica Gonzalez Tovar has made it her mission to educate pet parents about the importance of a healthy diet for animals. Discover her journey in this ...

Game Changer Series- Creating a Community for Natural Pet Care With April Arguin

31 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

April Arguin founded ReNewedPet, which provides consultations for pet parents, as well as offering supplements that may improve the health of their be...

Caring for Unadoptable Animals With Florence Thuot

28 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Florence Thuot runs an organization called Journey's End Animal Sanctuary, which provides unadoptable animals to live a comfortable life for the remai...

Keeping an Open Mind With Dr. Allison Bartel

24 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Allison Bartel heals animals of all kinds, but does not shy away from alternative modalities. While traditionally trained, she is open to new meth...

Helping Feed the Pets Through Food Banks With Eileen Lambert

21 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Eileen Lambert has always wanted to work with animals and saw a demand for keeping pets fed for owners going through hard times. Through her organizat...

Taking a Leap of Faith With Dr. Russell Swift

17 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Russell Swift wasn't satisfied with his career and went on a journey that eventually transformed him. Learn his story in this interview with Dr. K...

Transitioning From Human to Animal Treatment With Dr. Marc Sommer

14 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Early in Dr. Marc Sommer's medical career, he was treating humans but discovered that his modalities can be applied to animals as well. Discover his t...

The Importance of Diverse Healing Modalities With Dr. Barrie Sands

11 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Barrie Sands is a conventionally trained veterinarian, but does not shy away from other modes of healing to help her patients. Learn her incredibl...

Educating the Public About Puppy Mills With Rudi Taylor

07 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Rudi Taylor is the founder of Harley's Dream, a nonprofit organization that aims to bring awareness of puppy mills to mainstream attention. Discover h...

Transcending Borders With Dr. Andrés Tello

03 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Andrés Tello has been treating animals in both sides of the border in his veterinary practice. Discover his inspiring story to becoming a veterin...

Going Deeper Than Surface Healing With Shanti Zinzi

28 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Shanti Zinzi wears different hats when it comes to helping her clients. Discover what makes her worth of her Game Changer nomination in this interview...

Helping Animals Through the Little Things With Dr. Julie Buzby

24 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Julie Buzby helped create a product for dogs that can significantly improve their quality of life indoors. Find out her story in this interview wi...

Solving the Problem of Animal Homelessness an Interview With Tama Lundquist and Tena Lundquist Faust

21 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Tena Lundquist Faust and Tama Lundquist are co-presidents of Houston PetSet, which is working to end homelessness and suffering of companion animals i...

Giving a Second Chance for Pit Bulls With Jason Flatt

17 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Growing up with pit bulls, Jason Flatt started a rescue organization for the breed as he got older. Learn about his amazing journey in this interview ...

Being Open-Minded to More Healing Modalities With Dr. Kaitlin Iulo

14 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Kaitlin Iulo started out as a traditional veterinarian. However, she happened upon a case that changed her direction forever. Learn her amazing st...

Opening Your Mind to Other Healing Modalities With Dr. Zoran Jankovic

10 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Zorann Jankovic originally started out as a traditional veterinarian. However, after encountering new healing modalities along the way, he started...

Using Nature to Heal You and Your Pet

07 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ever since Amanda discovered what alternative healing methods did for her health, she proceeded to learn and apply it to her health. Discover her stor...

Providing Veterinary Services to the Community With Romaine Kobilsek

03 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Initially, Romaine Kobilsek wanted to provide affordable spay-neuter services to her community, and the success allowed her organization to broaden it...

Focusing on a Rescue Niche With Jeanmarie Schiller-McGinnis

31 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jeanmarie Schiller-McGinnis runs an animal rescue, Hearts That Purr, which solely focuses on senior and geriatric cats. Discover how she started the o...

Transitioning From Traditional to Functional Medicine With Dr. Robert Gaston

27 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Robert Gaston was practicing conventionally during his early career as a veterinarian. Along the way, he experienced several challenges that force...

Spreading Awareness in Avian Nutrition With Leslie Moran

24 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Leslie Moran has been doing a lot of great work regarding avian nutrition. Discover her story on how she fell in love with this species in this interv...

Raising Awareness of Raw Feeding for Cats With Laura Di Ciano

20 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Laura Di Ciano is the owner of Raw Meow, a company that makes raw food diets for cats. In this interview with Dr. Karen Becker, Laura shares her story...

Setting Up a Farm Animal Sanctuary With Dr. Faith Albright

17 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Faith Albright created One Living Sanctuary to provide a safe haven for abused and neglected farm animals. Hear her inspiring story in this interv...

Focusing on Rescuing the Shar-Pei With Sue Allan

13 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sue Allan is one of the cofounders of Pei People Shar-Pei Rescue. Here's her story on how she came to love this particular dog breed and why she deser...

Combining Conventional and Holistic Therapies With Dr. Lenarz

10 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this interview with Dr. Karen Becker, Dr. Jenna Lenarz shares her story on how she became a veterinarian and her experiences that molded her into w...

Rescuing Fawn With Diane Nicholas

06 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this interview with Dr. Karen Becker, interior designer Diane Nicholas started Kindred Spirits Fawn Rescue when she realized the impact her occupat...

Transitioning Into Mobile Practice With Dr. Brian Gray

03 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Brian Gray has worked in many practices in the past, and now has ventured into his own path. In this interview, he shares his story with Dr. Karen...

Rescuing Golden Retrievers With Jessie Pickard

30 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Jessie Pickard has been rescuing golden retrievers for a long time now with her organization. Check out her story in this interview with Dr. Karen Bec...

Giving Greyhounds a Second Chance With Sonia Stratemann

27 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sonia Stratemann shares her story on the challenges of rescuing racing dogs from death in this interview with Dr. Becker.

Making Your Own Decisions in Your Private Practice With Dr. John Robb

23 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this interview with Dr. Becker, Dr. John Robb espouses the benefits of making your own decisions and having freedom with a private practice.

Breaking Down Barriers With Dr. Hooley

20 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this interview with Dr. Becker, Dr. Bettye Hooley shares her insights on the challenges of being a veterinarian and her subsequent retirement from ...

Using Energy as a Veterinary Healing Modality

16 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Anja Kordon uses a unique healing modality to treat her patients in her veterinary practice. Learn more on how it works in this interview with Dr....

Growing Your Own Practice With Dr. Danielle Rowe

13 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Since Dr. Danielle Rowe started her own practice five years ago, she has continuously grown along the way. Learn what makes her get up in the morning ...

Filling in the Gaps in Veterinary Modality With Dr. Christin Finn

09 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Christin Finn uses a variety of modalities to help improve the mobility of her patients. Learn how her journey helped her become the veterinary sh...

Offering Multifaceted Animal Care and Rescue With Olivia Schneider

06 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

San Antonio Pets Alive! is a non-profit organization that has rescued thousands of animals through the years. Learn more about the organization's stor...

Expanding Your Natural Healing Methods With Dr. Laurel Davis

02 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Animal Game Changer nominee Dr. Laurel Davis shares her journey on how she became a veterinarian and how she picked up new skills along the way.

The Struggles of Holistic Veterinary Medicine With Dr. Laurie Coger

29 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I'm talking today with my friend and fellow integrative veterinary colleague Dr. Laurie Coger about a wide range of topics (in no particular order!) t...

Educating Pet Parents on the Importance of Nutrition

25 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Jessica Da Silva realized that there's very little information regarding pet nutrition in Spanish. She has made it her mission to educate pet parents ...

Changing the Direction of Your Practice WIth Dr. Cecille O'Brien Greenleaf

22 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Cecille O'Brien Greenleaf encountered challenges early in her career. This led her to become educated in more healing modalities than she ever tho...

Helping the Local Cat Population With Mari Carmen Cobo

18 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When Mari Carmen Cobo discovered a large cat population in her town, she realized that something must be done. From a small operation, she was able to...