Hear what animals truly think and feel, and learn how to care for them with empathy, respect, and compassion. Pet Health: Prevention, Nutrition & the Holistic Vet Approach with Dr. Jeff Grognet (Part 1)
Understanding the Differences: Holistic vs. Conventional Vets
🐾 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
-Dr. Jeff’s path from conventional vet to holistic trailblazer
-Vaccines, immune memory, and titer testing — what pet owners need to know
-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
-The rise of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in cats and dogs
-How food sensitivities and inflammation develop
-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
🔊 Memorable Quotes / Soundbites
"Prevention is better than cure."
"Vaccines can cause problems."
"Cats are not supposed to be vomiters."
⏱️ 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 is a sought-after speaker, educator, and advocate for holistic pet care, challenging outdated norms around vaccination, ultra-processed pet foods, and reactive medicine. His 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
Next episode, 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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Hear what animals truly think and feel, and learn how to care for them with empathy, respect, and compassion. 🐾
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🔑 Episode Keywords
holistic veterinary medicine, preventative pet care, holistic vet, conventional vs holistic vets, pet nutrition, species-appropriate diets, gut health for pets, chronic pet illness, inflammatory bowel disease in pets, vaccine protocols, titre testing, immune health in animals, ultra-processed pet food, kibble health risks, pet wellness, animal longevity, health span vs lifespan, conscious pet guardianship, integrative veterinary care, whole-animal approach, domestic animals, animal communication, animal welfare, pet care, empathy, responsibility, animal rights, freedom, captivity
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