Every dog lover's resource for keeping yourself & your best friend happy, healthy, and long living - naturally. Listen in to Dr. Peter Dobias weekly to find out how both you and your furry friend can live a long, happy life together. You'll hear personal stories, holistic health & wellness tips, and other advice from Dr. Dobias himself! Take some time to listen because you care a little more.
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In this episode of Get to Know Your Vet , I sit down with holistic veterinarian Dr. Nick Thompson — a self-described “quiet rebel” whose lifelong curiosity has shaped a thoughtful, integrative approach to animal health. We talk about real food for dogs, raw and fresh feeding, homeopathy, the influence of the pet-food industry, and why consensus is not always the same as evidence. Dr. Nick shares…
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Barbara Royal — an integrative veterinarian, author, educator, and the founder of the Wild Health philosophy. Dr. Royal shares her journey from growing up as the only science-minded kid in a family of artists and musicians, to working with spotted owls in Oregon, to building one of Chicago's most respected integrative veterinary practices — where she has cared…
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Odette Suter — an integrative veterinarian, microbiome expert, and the person behind the wonderfully playful title “Dr. Poop Lady.” Dr. Suter shares her journey from Switzerland to North America, from working with horses and hoof care to becoming a veterinarian focused on a deeper understanding of health, the microbiome, and the connection between body and…
Welcome back to Get to Know Your Vet, the podcast where we go beyond the exam room and get to know the people behind veterinary medicine. In today's episode, I sit down with my friend and wildlife veterinarian, Dr. Sally Armstrong. Originally from Australia and now based in South Africa, Sally shares her remarkable journey into wildlife medicine, conservation, and mobile veterinary care. From…
I’m really excited to share this episode with Dr. Lynda Loudon — an emergency veterinarian, end-of-life practitioner, and one of the kindest, most thoughtful people I know in veterinary medicine. This conversation goes far beyond dog health. We explore the deep connection we share with our dogs, the fear of making the wrong decisions, and the pressure many of us feel to do everything perfectly for…
I’m so excited to sit down with my dear friend Catherine Edwards, a holistic biologist, healer, and podcaster, to explore how we can better support our dogs in today’s challenging world. Together, we open up a real, heart‑to‑heart conversation about the “toxic soup” our animals live in and how to make simple, practical changes that actually feel doable, not overwhelming. We’ll talk about: How…
In this episode of Get to Know Your Vet, I sit down with my dear friend and colleague, holistic veterinarian Dr. Kevin Toman, to explore how we can help dogs live longer, happier lives with natural, integrative care. We’ll dive into: How Dr. Kevin uses telemedicine, supplements, and prescription longevity drugs (like rapamycin) to support dogs with cancer, chronic pain, and heart disease What new…
In this episode of Get to Know Your Vet , I sit down with Dr. Nick Thompson, Dr. Connor Brady, and Dr. Brendan Clarke for an honest, wide-ranging chat about what really helps our pets thrive. We talk about the power of fresh food, why a little dirt (and even poop!) can be a good thing for your dog’s microbiome, and how early-life experiences shape long-term health. We also get real about the…
In this episode of Get to Know Your Vet, I’m joined by my friend and colleague Dr. Ruth Roberts for an open and unscripted conversation about veterinary medicine, holistic pet health, and the experiences that shape us as veterinarians. We talk about why diet is the foundation of health, the challenges of transitioning pets from processed food to real food, and how education and community can…
In this new episode of Get to Know Your Vet, I sit down with my good friend Dr. Karen Becker for one of the most honest and surprising chats! What starts as a playful card game quickly turns into a deep dive into dog health myths, grief, resilience, and what it really means to speak the truth in veterinary medicine. We explore the “elephants in the room” and why it can be so hard (and sometimes…