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>

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.

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

Microbiome Restoration Therapy 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

Topics discussed include:
Liver cases Professor Caroline sees as an internal medicine specialist.
How an altered liver function can impact overall health.
Subclinical liver disease - are there any symptoms?
Symptoms of clinical liver disease - what to look out for in cats and dogs.
Gut-liver axis - how the liver can impact the gut and consequently the brain.
Professor Mansfield shares her how she decides which diagnostic tool to use first in her liver cases.
Elevated liver enzymes with subclinical liver disease - how to approach these in cats vs dogs.
Caroline talks about prescription liver diets and what she recommends with regards to changes in diets.
Antioxidants that can be helpful in managing liver disease.
Professor Mansfield discusses which pharmaceutical drugs she prefers to use as an anti-inflammatory and as an antibiotic in her liver cases.
Managing the gut during liver disease.

To register for pureANIMAL's free webinar on liver health with Dr Nicole Rous and Dr Matthew Muir, follow this link https://my.demio.com/ref/80rRbTdG8AKd7BjT.

Topics discussed include:
<ul>
<li>Liver cases Professor Caroline sees as an internal medicine specialist.</li>
<li>How an altered liver function can impact overall health.</li>
<li>Subclinical liver disease - are there any symptoms?</li>
<li>Symptoms of clinical liver disease - what to look out for in cats and dogs.</li>
<li>Gut-liver axis - how the liver can impact the gut and consequently the brain.</li>
<li>Professor Mansfield shares her how she decides which diagnostic tool to use first in her liver cases.</li>
<li>Elevated liver enzymes with subclinical liver disease - how to approach these in cats vs dogs.</li>
<li>Caroline talks about prescription liver diets and what she recommends with regards to changes in diets.</li>
<li>Antioxidants that can be helpful in managing liver disease.</li>
<li>Professor Mansfield discusses which pharmaceutical drugs she prefers to use as an anti-inflammatory and as an antibiotic in her liver cases.</li>
<li>Managing the gut during liver disease.</li>
</ul>
To register for pureANIMAL's free webinar on liver health with Dr Nicole Rous and Dr Matthew Muir, follow this link https://my.demio.com/ref/80rRbTdG8AKd7BjT.

Professor Caroline Mansfield's approach in managing liver health

Prior to being a veterinarian, Nicole completed a Bachelor of Science from Melbourne University followed by an honours year in Vision Sciences. She then got accepted into Sydney University and completed a Bachelor of Veterinary Science with Honours in 2008.

After a brief stint working in the UK, she returned to small animal practice in Melbourne working at Monash Vets. Nicole followed her interest in reproduction and gained her Membership with the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists in Animal Reproduction. Alon the way she also developed an interest in complementary therapies specially in essential oils.

In 2020 she started her own business called Shy Tiger Natural Animal which provides vet approved, all-natural plant-based health support for dogs through a range of serum and sprays. Nicole currently also works and owns Mont Albert Veterinary Surgery in Victoria and is also a member of the College of Integrative Veterinary Therapies.

Topics discussed include:
Common liver diseases that Dr Rous sees in her practice.
Increases in liver enzymes – when to investigate further.
Nicole explains how she manages asymptomatic cases with mild increases in liver enzymes before re-testing in 4-6 weeks.
How do certain medications impact the liver in a negative way?
The importance of all the different liver functions.
Dr Nicole discusses specific signs seen in relation to liver disease.
Nicole’s talks about her approach to managing liver health.
How can nutrition optimise liver function?
The main antioxidants Nicole reaches for in her liver cases.
Top differences between conventional and integrative approaches in liver health.

You can learn more about Nicole's on https://shytiger.com.au/ and https://www.montalbertvet.com.au/. 

Prior to being a veterinarian, Nicole completed a Bachelor of Science from Melbourne University followed by an honours year in Vision Sciences. She then got accepted into Sydney University and completed a Bachelor of Veterinary Science with Honours in 2008.
After a brief stint working in the UK, she returned to small animal practice in Melbourne working at Monash Vets. Nicole followed her interest in reproduction and gained her Membership with the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists in Animal Reproduction. Alon the way she also developed an interest in complementary therapies specially in essential oils.
In 2020 she started her own business called Shy Tiger Natural Animal which provides vet approved, all-natural plant-based health support for dogs through a range of serum and sprays. Nicole currently also works and owns Mont Albert Veterinary Surgery in Victoria and is also a member of the College of Integrative Veterinary Therapies.
Topics discussed include:
<ul>
<li>Common liver diseases that Dr Rous sees in her practice.</li>
<li>Increases in liver enzymes – when to investigate further.</li>
<li>Nicole explains how she manages asymptomatic cases with mild increases in liver enzymes before re-testing in 4-6 weeks.</li>
<li>How do certain medications impact the liver in a negative way?</li>
<li>The importance of all the different liver functions.</li>
<li>Dr Nicole discusses specific signs seen in relation to liver disease.</li>
<li>Nicole’s talks about her approach to managing liver health.</li>
<li>How can nutrition optimise liver function?</li>
<li>The main antioxidants Nicole reaches for in her liver cases.</li>
<li>Top differences between conventional and integrative approaches in liver health.</li>
</ul>
You can learn more about Nicole's on <a href="https://shytiger.com.au/">https://shytiger.com.au/ </a>and <a href="https://www.montalbertvet.com.au/">https://www.montalbertvet.com.au/</a>.

Prior to being a veterinarian, Nicole completed a Bachelor of Science from Melbourne University followed by an honours year in Vision Sciences. She then got accepted into Sydney University and completed a Bachelor of Veterinary Science with Honours in 2008.

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