What actually happens at a traditional vet’s office? Why do some prioritize speed, efficiency, and profits over in depth long term care? Krysta Fox is here to tell us why. She has experience in traditional, holistic, and integrative practices and can break down how they work for or against our pets. With inspiration from her special needs pup and a passion for pet nutrition, Krysta is determined to spread the truth on veterinary care. Listen in for advice on how to pick a good vet, the truth...

Let’s talk wolves! Today we have Tom Gable, wolf expert and researcher, on the show to share his insights and findings from The Voyageurs Wolf Project. His work is all about discovering the secret lives of wolves, studying their behaviors, and spreading awareness of these fantastic animals. Tom demystifies wolf diets, what it actually means to be a “carnivore”, and what their hunting and scavenging behaviors mean for their digestive systems. And by learning more about wolves, we can...

There are no resources for shelter dogs with terminal illnesses. Too often dogs are simply proclaimed “too sick” and are put down. Michele Allen decided to put a stop to this. Join us as Michele discusses her hospice for shelter dogs, Monkey’s House, named after the pup who inspired her to care for the sick dogs no one else wanted to adopt. She has learned the simple methods to completely revitalize a dog that may seem too old or sick. And she is here to share the power of diet, enrichment,...

The goal is longer, healthier and better lives for our dogs. The key is nutrition. Thomas Sandberg, accomplished naturopath, is 20 years into a lifelong study of raw diets and what they actually do for dogs. He has worked with hundreds of dogs all over the world and seen the success firsthand. His conclusion is that all dogs from little puppies to senior dogs benefit from a raw diet. Whether they’ve eaten raw their whole lives or subsited on kibble for years, after making the switch, they all...

Sean Zyer, Co-Founder of Earth Buddy, and Jeremy Widmann, Co-Founder of Boulder Hemp, have identified the 5 safest, powerful, and healing mushrooms for our pets. Medicinal mushrooms may sound controversial but these are not some psychedelics that will send your dog spinning. These are highly studied and widely consumed mushrooms that have proven medical benefits for humans and pets alike. Inspired by their own experiences with senior pets and ailments, Sean and Jeremy have developed natural...

How did food become “dog food”? What did dogs eat before kibble? And what is kibble anyway? Dr. Patton, expert bio scientist, shares with us the history of dog food and the decades-long pull between economy, convenience, and health. Commercialization changed dog food forever and our pet’s nutrition suffers for it. Nutrition may never seem like a crisis but it can lead to critical conditions down the line. Join us as Dr. Patton debunks myths around raw diets, gives practical tips, and lays out...

Munchausen by Proxy is a sensationalized disorder with shocking cases flooding the media. But a little known and insidious aspect to this disorder is Munchausen by Animal Proxy, or a caretaker inducing an illness or injury in a pet to garner sympathy and attention. Carrie has invited the leading Munchausen expert, Dr. Marc Feldman, to shine some light on this often overlooked animal abuse. He shares warning signs to be aware of and action steps to take when dealing with this dangerous...

Krista started her podcast, Wag Out Loud, to spread the word on our dogs’ health. There are so many misconceptions about canine nutrition, proper care, and medicine. Ever since her pup made an amazing recovery with a raw diet, Krista has made it her mission to help pet owners give their dogs healthy and happy lives. Today she comes on the show to discuss tips and tricks to starting a raw diet, how to feed on a budget, and how to surmount the roadblocks. Additionally, she shares her own...

Peter’s dog Allie, was diagnosed with cancer when she was 5 years old. After conventional veterinary care, setbacks, and difficulties, Peter set off on a journey to help his dog. He began studying alternative treatments and Allie made an incredible comeback. She is now a happy and healthy 11 year old pup who thrives with Peter’s daily care. Peter documented his journey in his award winning facebook group, Allie’s Canine Cancer Crew and spends his days supporting others to build happy healthy...

This week, Carrie brings on The Two Crazy Cat Ladies, Jae and Adrienne, to discuss what to do with a stressed out kitty. Stress can be a serious issue that leads to cystitis, an inflammation of the bladder and blood in the urine that can be easily mistaken for a bladder infection. But there are dire consequences for treating cystitis incorrectly. Jae and Adrienne, experts on cat wellness and nutrition, are here to help. They understand the signs of stress, how to treat it, and the natural...

Bloating, burping, diarrhea, anxiety, inflammation, and picky eating are all signs of gastro-intestinal imbalance. The effects of chronic enteropathy, or irritable bowel disease, are long ranging and severely damaging. But the treatment creates a horrible cycle that destroys a dog’s gut. Dr. Odette Suter, practicing vet of over 15 years, is saying no to overmedicating our pet’s symptoms and ignoring the problem. She tackles the underlying cause instead. Balance and diversity are the key....

There was nothing Kelly would not do to keep her service dog, Duncan, healthy. So when her vet prescribed Hill’s Science Diet, she did not think twice. She trusted her vet. And she trusted that pet food companies would do their basic level function of keeping dogs safe. She was wrong. Duncan died. And 2 weeks later, the Science Diet was recalled. Kelly took her grief and turned it into a movement. She shares her story to encourage others like her to educate themselves on nutrition and to...

Dogs who eat well, heal well. This is the sentiment of Dr. Chris Bessent, an expert with 30 years of experience in holistic veterinary medicine. She uses a mixture of nutrition, herbs, acupuncture, chiropracty, and pharmacology to treat the chronic illnesses plaguing our pets. Today, Dr. Bessent is here to discuss the herbal remedies she uses to find balance in an animal’s body which leads to whole and maintained health. She covers her treatments for such widespread issues as pancreatitis,...

Steve Sietos was working as a firefighter in New York City when the sweetest puppy showed up at the firestation. It was clear Wilma needed a lot of help. She chewed her padless paws, she walked strangely, and was constantly leaving a bloody mess wherever she went. Steve went bankrupt seeking vet treatments for her. When he was finally over vets saying to put her down, Steve took Wilma’s health into his own hands and began studying herbalism. Tune into to learn about Steve’s herbalist practice...

This week, Carrie is joined by the manager of The Spaw, Whitney Arruda, to discuss guardian dogs with Farmer Frog, a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a happy healthy ecosystem through real food. Zsofia Pasztor, Executive Director, Aria Johnson, Paradise Farm Caretaker, and Jane Hutchinson, Wildlife Program Director, speak about their guardian dogs and how they coexist with predators rather than killing them. Farmer Frog is encouraging back to basics farming, sustainability, and...

This week Carrie has brought in Jaime Clifton, Cat Behaviorist, to join her in speaking with Dr. Jean Dodds, world renowned vet, about feline kidney disease. Kidney disease is one of the most common reasons cats go to the vet. What causes it and what are the best practices to keep your pet’s kidneys healthy? Today, Dr. Dodds discusses the multiple elements that can contribute to kidney disease including diet, environmental factors, and harmful medical practices. She also covers the symptoms...

In this season 4 premiere, we discuss the opioid crisis happening right now in the pet world. Drugs like gabapentin and Tramadol are flooding in and rather than treating pain, they are making it worse. Dr. Josie Beug is here to tell us about the heavy duty drugs that are being prescribed to our pets. She goes over the root of these new and erroneous drugs while giving advice on how to speak up for our pets and find alternative solutions.  Finding Dr. Josie Beug: Email Dr. Josie:...

We are back with more conversations with experts about how to give your furry family member their best life EVER!  Join us for Season 4 launching Tuesday November, 10th 2020. Make sure to subscribe to your favorite podcast platform so as not to miss our New Season 4! Or watch us on YouTube! *If you would like to have a consultation with our pet life coach Carrie Hyde you can call The Spaw directly 714-669-9074. Proceeds go towards helping The Spawdcast podcast stay in production! Also...

We bring in a pet parent, Lauren McGuiness, who went on this journey with us of healing her dog June, who, let’s me honest, needed lots of healing. With body soars, reoccurring uncontrollable yeast and more, poor June was losing her battle to health. Until Lauren consulted with Carrie Hyde and through methods explained by Dr. Dodds, was finally, after a long process of restoring balance, was able to slowly heal June of her issues, once and for all.

Join us as we talk with Terri Steuben a gifted animal communicator. Terri gives a voice to animals with her abilities as an Animal Communicator and she trains and coaches individuals around the world on how to more effectively communicate with their pets. She helps pet owners solve behavior problems like biting, chewing, jumping, separation anxiety, scratching, sibling disputes and trauma. She assists with puppy education, health issues, comforting passing pets and connecting with deceased...

Nate Estes is the pet parent of his little maltese Zoey who received a death-sentence of a diagnosis: Mitral Valve Disease. . Nate went on to create an organization to help others with this very diagnosis called Mighty Hearts and we believe his story will warm yours. 

The number one reason dogs go to the vet is for skin problems and it often can become a deadly issue. But what is at the source of an issue that manifests on the skin? Surprise! It begins with the gut. Listen to this information-packed episode as hosts Carrie Hyde and Brittney Whiteford do a deep dive with two holistic vets Dr. Kangus and Dr. Sands to expose as much as they can about the topic of “skin”. 

Jeremy Petersen helps us understand how important it is to know the story behind the ingredients of your pet food and asking questions about what is at the core of what you’re feeding your pet. In this episode we guide you through how to properly read a label so that you can understand what is actually in the food and make better decisions for your pets health.

Ever wonder whether your pet needs more than what they’re getting from their diet? Dr. Leong takes us through the conversation around how to assess your pets optimal health, starting with a nutritious balanced diet and then understanding when to introduce supplements.

There is a lot of confusion when it comes to vaccines & titers: when to get them, what to get and what to know about them? Dr. Dodds breaks it down for us.