Episodes
Completing this all-important series, I go onto Corporate Bias and how if affects us. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anw/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anw/support
Published 07/21/22
Published 07/21/22
For those owners seeking easy to follow, extremely effective methods of keeps their pets safe and stress-free on the Fourth of July, this episode will provide just that. And you may find that our natural inclinations can actually exacerbate your pet's anxiety! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anw/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anw/support
Published 07/02/22
Lesson # 3 of Season Two is all about RCTs (and what the heck that stands for) with the intention of all my listeners coming out feeling big-brained and ready to hit the PubMed for learning some pet nutrition. But if you can, wait until the end of the next episode - because we'll talk about Corporate Bias and how to avoid it in your research before you start your information-seeking adventures! --- This episode is sponsored by 路 Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. ...
Published 04/29/22
Lesson # 2 of Season 2! Get your ANW Flashcard fix, and learn all about Reliability and Validity when it comes to assessing the quality of a study! If you're doing your own research, these are vital factors to be aware of :0) --- This episode is sponsored by 路 Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anw/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anw/support
Published 04/07/22
This is the first lesson of Season 2! I introduce a new segment called ANW Flashcards, and start you out with an introduction to the different study designs you will come across, and which ones are better! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anw/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anw/support
Published 03/27/22
Besides me, of course! This is the last episode and lesson of Season One of the ANW podcast, and I'm gearing you up for what's in store during Season Two, while answering one of the most difficult questions there is about pet nutrition - who to trust? --- This episode is sponsored by 路 Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anw/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anw/support
Published 03/16/22
Wrapping up the minisode miniseries on Guinea Pigs with the basics on how to choose a food for your cute little cavy. I recap some prior Minisode Lessons, and talk about the importance of "boring" food when it comes to your rodent. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anw/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anw/support
Published 01/27/22
For starters both you and your pet have many of them! And they are absolutely vital for a healthy, functioning body. Find out what other beneficial details this introductory lesson can help you learn about this 'forgotten organ' in this episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anw/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anw/support
Published 12/19/21
The second part of my Guinea Pig nutrition lessons talks all about Vitamin C, and how synthetic Vitamin C compares to natural sources! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anw/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anw/support
Published 10/19/21
A super quick update begins today's lesson, and then I talk a bit about treats! Should you feed them? Should you vary them? What kind of treats are okay and what should you avoid? What are the benefits, if any, of giving my pet treats? Every one of those questions in answered in this lesson. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anw/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anw/support
Published 09/07/21
My third Minisode covers a very sweet and special pet; The Guinea Pig (Many know them as the Cavy). Learn about the connection between fiber, fleece, and flooring in today's Lesson! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anw/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anw/support
Published 08/09/21
Last Lesson in the How to Feed Your Cat series! 馃悎 This episode is where I go over Rule # 5, avoiding synthetic additives and unsafe ingredients. You may be surprised to hear what I recommend, or you may not - but either way, hopefully you'll learn something new, and have fun doing it! --- This episode is sponsored by 路 Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anw/message Support this podcast:...
Published 07/06/21
Okay Wizettes! This is Rule # 4 on How To Feed a Cat - The Basics. Heating and processing? What's the deal! Listen and find out 馃 Thank you for your time and support, cat lovers! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anw/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anw/support
Published 06/08/21
Rule # 3! The simultaneously loved and dreaded Carbs! In this episode you will learn the proper amount to have in your cat's diet and why, as well as what sources Carbohydrate should come from, and what to avoid! Lots to learn, so little time! Let's get crackin 馃樇 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anw/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anw/support
Published 05/13/21
In this lesson, I break down Rule # Two of How to Feed Your Cat into three components, and explain how each component comes together to create this rule, outlining the importance of each one as I go. This includes the reason why you should only used identified animal sources in your cat's diet, why you should ensure the protein is coming from those animals and not plant-based protein boosters, and why it's highly unlikely you are going to "overdo" the amount of protein in your cat's diet....
Published 04/26/21
With so many sources of conflicting, misleading (and let's face it, bad) advice out there on what the best food is, it's no wonder we as pet owners get overwhelmed, confused, or frustrated when trying to determine what to feed our cats. I'm going to make it simple. In this episode, I will provide you with five, universally applicable, simple rules to follow when choosing a diet for your cat. These rules are based not only on personal and professional experience with animal nutrition, but on...
Published 04/22/21
My second Minisode! I did go a bit over ten minutes here, with my intro and recap, but I did try to keep it pretty short while not missing anything important. So this Minisode is just under 12 minutes, and I wrap up my bunny nutrition lessons with some additional guidance on bunny care, a little dive into the bunny's digestive system, and the reasons to avoid an overweight bun-bun 馃悋 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anw/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anw/support
Published 03/28/21
And what does it mean when my pet food is AAFCO approved? I'll go over this and more in great detail, launching into one of my most in-depth podcasts yet. Don't skip this one - it's not as simple or as boring as it may sound! Regulations and legislation can make our eyes glaze over sometimes, but my mission is to keep you in the know about all things related to pet nutrition so you can be a Wizard! And this is a huge factor in whether your pet food is safe and complete. Please reach out for...
Published 03/01/21
In this in-depth episode on CBD and how it works I give a shout out to a listener in Australia, explain what CBD does and why it's safe and effective, as well as which ones you should stay away from, and which ones I trust. At the time of recording this episode I make a recommendation for Pet Releaf, Petabis, and Charlotte's Web. I also explain when you CBD Oil is a good idea, and when it's not, as well as the benefits of a Liposomal Oil. If you already feel confident about CBD Oil, you might...
Published 02/17/21
My first Minisode! These are going to be small episodes no more than ten minutes or so, where I talk about small pet nutrition! Today's topic, bunnies! What do they really eat? And will the answer surprise you? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anw/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anw/support
Published 02/03/21
Hey wizlets! Happy 2021! In this lesson we will go over by-products, ingredients you should pass up, and a surprisingly easy trick for finding high quality kibbles you can actually afford! --- This episode is sponsored by 路 Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anw/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anw/support
Published 01/21/21
In this lesson we are learning about the process of making kibble - whether it be extruded, baked, or air-dried, how to store it properly and why, and how long it should last once opened! --- This episode is sponsored by 路 Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anw/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/anw/support
Published 12/07/20
In today's lesson (Part Two of your fourth lesson), I will talk with you about Meat meals, by-products, low and high glycemic carbs, and ingredient splitting. If additional questions arise from any of my episodes, please always feel free to message me from my Facebook page, Facebook.com/animalnutritionwizard. Lastly, but not leastly, I apologize for both the belatedness, and the messiness of audio on this episode. I plan to use better recording equipment in the near future to provide you a...
Published 11/19/20
In Part One of your fourth lesson, I begin to dig into some of the basics on reading pet food labels. This episode includes information on where to start, AAFCO guidelines for product names and ingredient rules, special needs for large breed puppies and what to look for, and how to tell if your food is actually a meaty diet. --- This episode is sponsored by 路 Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message:...
Published 10/03/20