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#009 - What is Canine Rehabilitation? with BJ Desjardins
Various methods of canine conditioning and rehabilitation have been around for years, but do you know what exactly it's used for and when it might be a good option for YOUR pup?

In this episode we’re chatting with BJ Desjardins who's been working in the pet rehab space for nearly 20 years! She's been treating my dog, Grizz, with laser therapy for his osteoarthritis and has also helped hundreds of other dogs with both conditioning and rehabilitation.

BJ's qualifications include:

• CCRA (Certified Canine Rehab Assistant)
• PTA (Physical Therapy Assistant)
• Certified in Canine Myo-manipulative Functional Therapy

Learn:

• What exactly is canine rehabilitation?
• What are some rehab treatments used to help dogs?
• What conditions are most often treated with rehabilitation therapy?
• How would a pup parent know if their pup could benefit from rehabilitation?
• What qualifications should a pup parent look for in a rehabilitation specialist?

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030 - How Yeast Overgrowth Affects Your Pup With Julie Anne Lee DCH RCSHom
It seems like there’s an endless stream of dogs that come into our stores with skin irritation that causes them to chew, nibble and scratch at themselves relentlessly.
Oftentimes, they’ve already gotten a diagnosis that their dog has allergies, but many of the treatment options they’ve been given aren’t working as they should be.

In many of these cases, we discover that although the dog may have allergy-like symptoms, they may actually have a yeast problem that’s not being addressed. Once we tackle yeast head on through diet and supplements, many dogs experience fantastic results.
Today’s guest is Julie Anne Lee DCH RCSHom. Julie Anne has been the owner and practitioner of some of the busiest and long-standing holistic veterinary hospitals and clinics in North America.
Graduating from the Vancouver Academy of Homeopathy’s 4 year Homeopathic Medicine Program, she has studied with some of the world's leading veterinary homeopaths.
She is an Associate Member of the British Association of Homeopathic Veterinary Surgeons and has co-founded and taught a three-year post-graduate program to veterinarians in Canada with Dr Sue Armstrong to help bridge the gap between human and animal homeopathic medicine.
Julie Anne is now the founder and co-owner of the Adored Beast Apothecary, where she formulates holistic pet care products.
In this episode, we’re going to discuss the often overlooked issue of yeast overgrowth in dogs, how to spot it, and how we can begin to bring balance back into the dog’s body and alleviate uncomfortable, itchy skin problems.

In this episode you'll learn:

• What exactly yeast overgrowth is when it pertains to our canine companions.
• If an under-active immune system can lead to yeast issues in dogs.
• If there are medications that might contribute to yeast overgrowth.
• If allergies can lead to yeast overgrowth in dogs.
• What types of foods cause yeast, or aggravate yeast, in dogs.
• If there are foods that are good for dogs prone to yeast overgrowth.
• Some of the signs and symptoms that a dog might have a yeast problem.
• How a vet can diagnose a yeast problem in dogs.
• The best way to prevent yeast overgrowth in dogs.
• How to get rid of yeast in dogs.

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#001 - Welcome to the first episode of the Everything Pup Podcast!
THE place for dedicated pup-parents to find valuable dog-centric tips; interviews with trusted industry experts AND your favourite dog brands; and everything else you need to become an informed advocate for your best friend.
Your host, Holly Montgomery, shares a bit about her background in the pet industry and what you'll learn over the course of this podcast.
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#020 - Pomppa ToppaPomppa VS Hurtta Extreme Warmer Dog Jackets [Review]
Winter is coming ⚔️ ❄️, so I thought I would review my two favourite winter dog coats - the Pomppa ToppaPomppa and the Hurtta Winter Warmer.
This will be the first of many dog product reviews! Please feel free to let me know if you like the format, or if you have any suggestions for the reviews going forward; I'd love to hear them!
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In this episode we'll discuss:

• The features of each jacket
• The pros of cons of each jacket
• Which jacket fairs better for active dogs
• Which jacket is more versatile

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#015 - What is Separation Anxiety? With Drae Baker
Does your dog start to pant or pace while you’re getting ready for work, or bark and destroy the house once you’ve gone? If so, he may have separation anxiety.
This particular topic hits close to home for me as I have a dog with separation anxiety and to say he’s made our lives “challenging” is an understatement. Grizz has not spent any time alone since we had a major incident involving some extensive damage to our home.
If this all sounds too familiar, you’re going to want to listen to this episode featuring my guest, Drae Baker.
Drae is the owner and trainer at Dogwit Training in Calgary, Alberta. She specializes in separation anxiety and leash reactivity and is a certified SAPro trainer.
Separation anxiety is a complex issue that cannot be tackled in just one episode, but today we’ll touch on what exactly it is, and how to know if your dog might be struggling from it.
Drae's qualifications include:

• CBCC-KA (Certified Behaviour Consultant Canine-Knowledge Assessed)
• FDM (Certified Family Dog Mediator)
• Certified SAPro Trainer (Julie Naismith)
• Member of APDT (Association of Pet Dog Trainers)
• Member of PPG (Pet Professional Guild)
• Member of AFFA (Alberta Force-Free Alliance)

In this episode you'll learn:

• What is separation anxiety?
• What could be causing separation anxiety
• What are some signs your dog might have separation anxiety?
• If the pandemic has increased separation anxiety cases
• How a pup parent should greet their dog when arriving home
• What to do if your dog has separation anxiety
• The roles supplements and medication play in treating separation anxiety
• 5 separation anxiety myths

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