In this episode, Nikki is joined by Holistic Veterinarians, Dr. Neely North, DVM, CVA, CVFT, CVMMP and Dr. Tracy Duffner DVM, CVA, CAVCA, to discuss the use of holistic medicine for stress diarrhea instead of antibiotics. They also discuss Willow's potential UTI and give Nikki some advice on handling it.
Dr Tracy Duffner was born in Michigan and raised in Northern Ohio. She earned her undergraduate degree from Otterbein University and her DVM from Ohio State in 2006. After graduation, she moved to South Carolina and worked in small animal primary care practices, then transitioned to emergency medicine and back to primary care. Looking for a change, she was certified in acupuncture by Chi University in 2019, in animal chiropractic by the AVCA in 2021, and is currently completing coursework in veterinary homeopathy. She started a mobile holistic practice in 2019, partnered in a brick-and- mortar integrative practice for a few years, and now has returned to mobile exclusive holistic practice.
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Dr. North understands and values the difference between surviving and thriving. Her whole-body approach will lead your pet to their best and longest life. Using human-grade whole foods, supplements, Chinese herbs, and more, Dr. North’s goal is to manage your pet’s medical conditions with as little conventional drug intervention as possible. Through your virtual or in-person consultation, you will gain an understanding of your pet’s Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine diagnosis, Western veterinary medicine diagnosis, lab work details, and more. Clients leave feeling heard and with a plan for herbs, supplements, foods, and even a home-cooked recipe (topper or full diet) using foods that benefit their pet’s specific conditions.
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In this episode, Nikki and Britteny talk about the different, and often challenging stages of puppyhood. As your pup continues to grow, you will find that your sweet, clingy pup will become a more independent. How you handle these stages can either propel your relationship into a healthy one or, can damage the secure attachment you have created in your first few weeks together. Listen now to avoid making some of the common mistakes all puppy owners fall into.
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In this episode, Nikki is joined by Britteny to discuss Willow's attitude as she is growing into an independent little demon. The way owners handle these moments can define the relationship in the future, but the behavior itself doesn't always predict issues when the pup is an adult.
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In this episode, Nikki discusses dealing with puppy biting and chewing and how you can set your dog up for success.
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In this episode, Nikki discusses the steps and mistakes of housebreaking. With her new puppy, Willow Amara Moon, she has been reminded of what puppy owners go through in the first couple of months. Come along on this educational adventure where Nikki raises her pup along with yours.
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In this episode, Nikki gives advice on preparing your dog for the upcoming holiday season. Whether you are hosting or traveling, there are many things you can do to help your dog feel as little stress as possible.
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In this episode, Bethany Cunningham of Family Paws chats with Gray and I about dealing with dogs and toddlers. There are so many points to consider when bringing a child into your home with dogs and Bethany gives us great advice on the safest way to do so.
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In this episode, Nikki discusses the lack of food motivation in dogs. Is a lack of food motivation a real issue or is your dog suffering from poor gut health? In the rare instance your dog is motivated at a lower level when using food, Nikki gives you ideas on how to work using rewards in your environment.
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In this episode, Nikki and Gray talk with Family Paws expert, Bethany Cunningham, CPDT-KA on preparing Gray to the TWINS he and his wife are expecting in November.
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Since 2002, their goal has been to increase safety and reduce stress in homes with young children and family dogs. They help to answer the question “How can we prepare our dog for life with baby/children?”
Jennifer Shryock, owner and founder of Family Paws, saw a need for resources and information to support new and expecting families with dogs. While answering calls for a German Shepherd rescue Jennifer heard firsthand the concerns, challenges, and heartache families experienced. From fearing how their dog would accept a new addition to a serious bite to a toddler, families needed more support and resources. Recognizing this need led Jennifer down the path to developing this very important niche, dog and baby/toddler dynamics and safety through Family Paws. We strongly believe that education empowers, and our goal is to increase safety and decrease stress for all family members through education and realistic expectations.
Bethany is Family Paws Program Development & Educator Program Co-Instructor. She is a mom, professional dog trainer, and professional photographer. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, and is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer with a focus on behavior modification in pet dogs.
Bethany has a deep love of animal behavior, child development, and visual arts, and is delighted by the fact that her multiple roles with Family Paws Parent Education bring all of those passions together. Bethany finds great joy in helping families succeed through relationship-building, empathetic practices for both dogs and children alike, and brings that enthusiasm to Family Paws both in her role with program development and as a co-instructor for the Family Paws Educator course. To learn more about Bethany, you can go to www.trainingbyconnection.com, or can view her portfolio at www.bethanyrosephoto.com.
In this episode, Nikki, Gray, and Alicia review the book, "Burnout" by Emily Nagoski, PhD and Amelia Nagoski, DMA. The discussion gets personal about how each member works on completing their stress cycle as well as how the book helped to understand others in their lives, and how we can take this information to help us with our dogs.
Join us on our new Book Club adventure where we pick a book for every month. September's book is "Your Dog is Your Mirror" by Kevin Dehan.