Episode Details

This week we are speaking with holistic nutritionist and registered vet tech, Natasha Knutson. She is dedicated to guiding people and their animal companions toward thriving health. We dig deep into optimizing your pet's health, naturally.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Natasha's story and how she became passionate about holistic animal medicine
• Don't buy pet food at the grocery store
• Cats and dogs thrive on a high protein, high moisture, & low starch diet
• Stay away from dry kibble
• Store bought food brands you can trust
• Dogs and cats need meat
• Choosing the right food for your pet
• Big no no foods for your cat and dog
• Finding a holistic vet in your area
• Alternatives to conventional spaying and neutering
• Vaccinating your pets, what are your options?
• Superfoods are great for your pets, too
• Your pets may be more sensitive than you to toxins and chemicals used in the home
• By living healthy, your pets will automatically be healthier
• Naturally caring for your pet's teeth
• Why you want to avoid giving your dog cooked bones
• Eco pet toys... are we being greenwashed?
• Strategies that help our pets age gracefully
• Ticks, fleas, and mosquitos... alternative treatments?
• Numerous benefits you experience as a pet owner

Related links:

Natasha Knutson's website (lettucechange.com)

Ontario holistic veterinary directory

Food, Inc. (documentary)

Dr. Karen Becker

Acana pet food

Merrick pet food

Nature's Variety - Instinct pet food

Ascenta omega-3 supplements for pets

Beth Taylor and Karen Shaw Becker DVM - Dr. Becker's Real Food for Healthy Dogs and Cats (book)

Dr. Jean Dodds & Diana Laverdure - Canine Nutrigenomics (book)

Deva Khalsa VMD - Dr. Khalsa's Natural Dog (book)

Sunwarrior <== 20% off all Sunwarrior products & free shipping over $50 (US only)

TUHP Facebook group

Related episodes:

109: Dr. Karen Becker – Ultimate Pet Health: The Best Diet For Your Dog Or Cat • Alternatives To Traditional Spaying And Neutering (Part 1 of 2)

110: Dr. Karen Becker – Ultimate Pet Health: Vaccines, Supplements, & Oral Care (Part 2 of 2)

187: Focus Friday – Ultimate Dog Health

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