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Pet Health: Prevention, Nutrition & the Holistic Vet Approach with Dr. Jeff Grognet (Part 1)

Understanding the Differences: Holistic vs. Conventional Vets

🔑 Episode Keywords

preventative pet care, holistic vet, conventional vs holistic vets, pet nutrition, gut health for pets, chronic pet illness, inflammatory bowel disease in pets, vaccine protocols,

🐾 Episode Summary What if everything you thought you knew about your pet’s health needed a rethink? In this eye-opening episode of Animal Talk, Trisha McCagh sits down with Dr. Jeff Grognet, a leading holistic veterinarian from Canada and pioneer in preventative pet care.

Dr. Jeff shares his journey from conventional veterinary medicine to holistic practices, and why a prevention-focused, whole-animal approach can improve both the lifespan and health span of our beloved pets. From vaccine protocols to ultra-processed pet foods, this conversation offers practical, empowering insights for pet guardians who want to move beyond symptom management and support long-term animal wellness.

✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode -

-What holistic veterinary medicine really means and how it differs from conventional care

-Why prevention matters more than treatment for animal health -Understanding the difference between lifespan and health span in pets

-The role of nutrition in animal health

-The hidden issues with kibble and ultra-processed pet foods

-How diet contributes to chronic conditions like skin issues, ear infections, and joint problems

-Practical tips to transition pets to species-appropriate, minimally processed diets

🐶 Key Takeaways

*Chronic symptoms are signals, not problems to suppress

*Many common pet health issues start in the gut

*Species-appropriate diets support healing and resilience

*Holistic care complements conventional medicine

*Empowered pet guardians can dramatically improve animal outcomes

⏱️ Chapters / Timestamp Guide

00:00 Introduction to Holistic Veterinary Medicine

03:09 The Shift from Conventional to Holistic Practices

06:12 Understanding Vaccination and Titre Testing

08:52 The Importance of Nutrition in Animal Health

13:56 Addressing Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Pets

31:30 Understanding Pet Diets and Health

👤 About the Guest

Dr. Jeff 's compassionate, evidence-informed approach continues to transform the way veterinarians and pet guardians think about animal health worldwide. www.newearthvet.com

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🔮 Coming Up in Part 2

Dr. Jeff shares a remarkable story of a dog that communicated in a way that completely reshaped his approach to healing and treatment. This experience is unforgettable and full of insights into holistic care.

✨ Don’t miss Part 2 of this transformative conversation.

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