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Part II – An interview with Dr Isla Fishburn, Canine Wellness Practitioner

Here is Part II of my two part interview series with the amazing and inspiring Dr Isla Fishburn (see part 1 here if you missed it!), where Isla reveals how her work with wolves has enhanced her understanding of dogs, how she has dealt with fear of criticism when integrating the worlds of holism and science, and the amazing world of plant healing and what it offers for our dog's wellness. How has your work with wolves informed your understanding...

An Interview with Dr Isla Fishburn – Canine Wellness Practitioner (Part 1)

After a far too long hiatus from writing posts, I am absolutely thrilled and honoured to present the first of a two part interview with Dr Isla Fishburn, a Canine Wellness Practitioner based in the UK. Those in the holistic canine world are very familiar with the amazing work of Isla and she has been a significant inspiration and kindred spirit who has had a great influence on my own personal and professional passion and philosophies of canine...

The Raw Truth with Vet Kelly Halls

I feel very privileged to meet so many wonderful professionals in the pet industry who continue to be a source of inspiration and valuable knowledge for me; Veterinarian Kelly Halls  BVSc (hons) of Bentons Road Vet Clinic in Mt Martha, Victoria (Australia) is one of those people and I admire her trailblazing advocacy of whole food and raw feeding for our pets within the veterinary world. Kelly and I recently appeared on a...

A few of my favourite things…..3 great foods for a healthy dog

Are you someone who wants to throw in every kind of supplement there is just to make sure your dog is getting the minimum nutrients he needs in his food?  Well, you wouldn't be alone.  Supplements can be a great addition to balance out your pet's food, but there's some important principles to note to ensure you are actually supporting your dog's health rather than potentially compromising it. Firstly, a little goes a...