Dr Renee O'Duhring is a holistic veterinarian with a passion for nutrition. She is the co-founder of a holistic veterinary practice; The Natural Vets, on the Sunshine Coast in QLD. Renee and I discuss her opinion on the best diet for dogs and cats according to their anatomy, physiology and evolutionary development. For Renee, this looks like a natural, wholefoods diet that reflects what the animal would obtain in the wild. 

Topics discussed include:
The fundamentals of species appropriate diets for dogs and cats, and how they differ from each other 
Are vegan diets healthy for dogs and cats? 
The problem with high carbohydrate processed diets, particularly for conditions such as hyperadrenocorticism, diabetes and obesity 
Incorporating principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine when designing diets for particular health conditions 
How to transition a cat or dog off a processed diet and onto a natural diet 
Some of the adverse reactions that may occur with a transition to a natural diet and how these can be overcome 
Are raw diets dangerous for pets and their owners? 
How to safely choose and feed bones for dogs and cats 

You can find Dr Renee at The Natural Vets on the Sunshine Coast in QLD or at www.thenaturalvets.com.au. 

Dr Renee O'Duhring is a holistic veterinarian with a passion for nutrition. She is the co-founder of a holistic veterinary practice; The Natural Vets, on the Sunshine Coast in QLD. Renee and I discuss her opinion on the best diet for dogs and cats according to their anatomy, physiology and evolutionary development. For Renee, this looks like a natural, wholefoods diet that reflects what the animal would obtain in the wild.&nbsp;
Topics discussed include:
<ul>
<li>The fundamentals of species appropriate diets for dogs and cats, and how they differ from each other&nbsp;</li>
<li>Are vegan diets healthy for dogs and cats?&nbsp;</li>
<li>The problem with high carbohydrate processed diets, particularly for conditions such as hyperadrenocorticism, diabetes and obesity&nbsp;</li>
<li>Incorporating principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine when designing diets for particular health conditions&nbsp;</li>
<li>How to transition a cat or dog off a processed diet and onto a natural diet&nbsp;</li>
<li>Some of the adverse reactions that may occur with a transition to a natural diet and how these can be overcome&nbsp;</li>
<li>Are raw diets dangerous for pets and their owners?&nbsp;</li>
<li>How to safely choose and feed bones for dogs and cats&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
You can find Dr Renee at The Natural Vets on the Sunshine Coast in QLD or at <a href="http://www.thenaturalvets.com.au">www.thenaturalvets.com.au</a>.&nbsp;

The pureANIMAL Collective podcast shares cutting edge science, clinical wisdom, and inspiration on integrative veterinary medicine. Each month, we interview our team of experts in the fields of orthopaedics, dermatology, internal medicine, and integrative medicine. Our mission is to create a world where integrative veterinary medicine is accessible to all, to empower and inspire other veterinary professionals and pet parents alike, and to ultimately improve the health and wellbeing of pets. Host Dr Sarah Howard is a veterinarian and lifelong student of natural health. 

The pureANIMAL Collective podcast shares cutting edge science, clinical wisdom, and inspiration on integrative veterinary medicine. Each month, we interview our team of experts in the fields of orthopaedics, dermatology, internal medicine, and integrative medicine. Our mission is to create a world where integrative veterinary medicine is accessible to all, to empower and inspire other veterinary professionals and pet parents alike, and to ultimately improve the health and wellbeing of pets. Host Dr Sarah Howard is a veterinarian and lifelong student of natural health.

The Pure Animal Podcast aims to enlighten listeners about an integrative approach to veterinary medicine. Each month, we interview practitioners at the forefront of this field who share their insight and experience with the ultimate goal of benefiting the well-being and health of animals.

pureANIMAL Collective

Dr Renee O'Duhring is a holistic veterinarian with a passion for nutrition. She is the co-founder of a holistic veterinary practice; The Natural Vets, on the Sunshine Coast in QLD. Renee and I discuss her opinion on the best diet for dogs and cats according to their anatomy, physiology and evolutionary development. For Renee, this looks like a natural, wholefoods diet that reflects what the animal would obtain in the wild.

A species appropriate diet as the foundation of health with Dr Renee O'Duhring

In this episode we talk to our Ambassador Dr Matthew Muir on how to approach oncology using different modalities.

Topics discussed include:
Dr Matthew shares what an integrative approach to oncology looks like.
Working together with oncologists and GP veterinarians.
When to include chemotherapy in an integrative approach to cancers.
How other modalities can improve the side effects of chemotherapy.
Improving immunity in cancer patients.
Main modalities Dr Matthew turns to in his integrative approach.
How to manage expectations for duration of remission.
What type of diet Dr Matthew turns to for his cancer patients.
The role of herbs as an additional modality to the integrative approach.
How acupuncture may help oncology patients.
Preventative strategies that Dr Matthew recommends, particularly for predisposed breeds.

Dr Erin Bannink's website: Integrative Veterinary Oncology Consultations | Metta Pets

To register for Associate Professor Wendy Baltzer's webinar on geriatric care, follow this link https://my.demio.com/ref/CqOg8QUNTaQsXYar

In this episode we talk to our Ambassador Dr Matthew Muir on how to approach oncology using different modalities.
Topics discussed include:
<ul>
<li>Dr Matthew shares what an integrative approach to oncology looks like.</li>
<li>Working together with oncologists and GP veterinarians.</li>
<li>When to include chemotherapy in an integrative approach to cancers.</li>
<li>How other modalities can improve the side effects of chemotherapy.</li>
<li>Improving immunity in cancer patients.</li>
<li>Main modalities Dr Matthew turns to in his integrative approach.</li>
<li>How to manage expectations for duration of remission.</li>
<li>What type of diet Dr Matthew turns to for his cancer patients.</li>
<li>The role of herbs as an additional modality to the integrative approach.</li>
<li>How acupuncture may help oncology patients.</li>
<li>Preventative strategies that Dr Matthew recommends, particularly for predisposed breeds.</li>
</ul>
Dr Erin Bannink's website: <a href="https://www.mettapets.info/integrativeoncologyconsultations">Integrative Veterinary Oncology Consultations | Metta Pets</a>
To register for Associate Professor Wendy Baltzer's webinar on geriatric care, follow this link <a href="https://my.demio.com/ref/CqOg8QUNTaQsXYar">https://my.demio.com/ref/CqOg8QUNTaQsXYar</a>

In this episode we talk to our Ambassador Dr Matthew Muir on how to approach oncology using different modalities.

An integrative approach to oncology with Dr Matthew Muir

We welcome back Dr Wendy Baltzer to discuss geriatric and osteoarthritis management. Topics discussed include:
When is a pet considered geriatric and what factors can affect this stage of life.
Dr Baltzer regularly performs mid-life assessments in her patients. She explains what this involves and how her approach can differ between cats and dogs.
Cats affected with osteoarthritis will display different symptoms to dogs. Wendy discussed what pet owners should be looking for.
The impact that diet can have and how it needs to change as pets age.
Once there's a diagnosis of OA, what does a personalised management plan look like?
Dr Wendy talks about the different modalities that she uses to manage OA and what she is trying to achieve with these.
How can supplements help and what part they play in managing OA?
When is it appropriate to use NSAIDS?
Wendy goes in depth on recognising the end-of-life stage in dogs and cats and how to navigate this with pet owners.

To register for Professor Caroline Mansfield's webinar go to this link https://my.demio.com/ref/6XKfEGZOUsuuhnIi

We welcome back Dr Wendy Baltzer to discuss geriatric and osteoarthritis management. Topics discussed include:
<ul>
<li>When is a pet considered geriatric and what factors can affect this stage of life.</li>
<li>Dr Baltzer regularly performs mid-life assessments in her patients. She explains what this involves and how her approach can differ between cats and dogs.</li>
<li>Cats affected with osteoarthritis will display different symptoms to dogs. Wendy discussed what pet owners should be looking for.</li>
<li>The impact that diet can have and how it needs to change as pets age.</li>
<li>Once there's a diagnosis of OA, what does a personalised management plan look like?</li>
<li>Dr Wendy talks about the different modalities that she uses to manage OA and what she is trying to achieve with these.</li>
<li>How can supplements help and what part they play in managing OA?</li>
<li>When is it appropriate to use NSAIDS?</li>
<li>Wendy goes in depth on recognising the end-of-life stage in dogs and cats and how to navigate this with pet owners.</li>
</ul>
To register for Professor Caroline Mansfield's webinar go to this link <a href="https://my.demio.com/ref/6XKfEGZOUsuuhnIi">https://my.demio.com/ref/6XKfEGZOUsuuhnIi</a>

We welcome back Dr Wendy Baltzer to discuss geriatric and osteoarthritis management.

Geriatric care and managing osteoarthritis with Dr Wendy Baltzer

On this episode, we are welcoming pureANIMAL's new ambassador, Dr Matthew Muir who shares his knowledge and experience on microbiome restoration therapy.

Topics discussed include:
Dr Matthew explains what microbiome restoration therapy (MRT) entails.
The impact of antibiotics on the microbiome.
The benefits of faecal microbiome transplant (FMT) - more than just bacteria.
Dr Muir explains how to screen donors for MRT. What to look for and what to avoid.
How effective is MRT and how does it compare to supplementing with probiotics?
Oral vs rectal microbiome therapy approaches - Matthew explains the difference and benefits of both methods.
How to prepare the recipient to optimise the effects of FMT.
Dr Matthew explains the indications for faecal microbiome transplant beyond dysbiosis.
How to gauge if the MRT was successful?
Which dogs are not good candidates for an FMT, and which cases should vets be cautious about?
How to approach cases of MRT that require antibiotics?



Resources:

https://vetmed.tamu.edu/gilab/service/assays/canine-microbiota-dysbiosis-index/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9534534/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9413255/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10017995/

On this episode, we are welcoming pureANIMAL's new ambassador, Dr Matthew Muir who shares his knowledge and experience on microbiome restoration therapy.
Topics discussed include:
<ul>
<li>Dr Matthew explains what microbiome restoration therapy (MRT) entails.</li>
<li>The impact of antibiotics on the microbiome.</li>
<li>The benefits of faecal microbiome transplant (FMT) - more than just bacteria.</li>
<li>Dr Muir explains how to screen donors for MRT. What to look for and what to avoid.</li>
<li>How effective is MRT and how does it compare to supplementing with probiotics?</li>
<li>Oral vs rectal microbiome therapy approaches - Matthew explains the difference and benefits of both methods.</li>
<li>How to prepare the recipient to optimise the effects of FMT.</li>
<li>Dr Matthew explains the indications for faecal microbiome transplant beyond dysbiosis.</li>
<li>How to gauge if the MRT was successful?</li>
<li>Which dogs are not good candidates for an FMT, and which cases should vets be cautious about?</li>
<li>How to approach cases of MRT that require antibiotics?</li>
</ul>
 
Resources:
<a href="https://vetmed.tamu.edu/gilab/service/assays/canine-microbiota-dysbiosis-index/">https://vetmed.tamu.edu/gilab/service/assays/canine-microbiota-dysbiosis-index/</a>
<a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9534534/">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9534534/</a>
<a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9413255/">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9413255/</a>
<a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10017995/">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10017995/</a>

On this episode, we are welcoming pureANIMAL's new ambassador, Dr Matthew Muir who shares his knowledge and experience on microbiome restoration therapy.

A species appropriate diet as the foundation of health with Dr Renee O'Duhring

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