dog nutrition – Natural Health & Nutrition

Episode 30: Glucosamine & Chondroitin – Think again!

Podcast July 30, 2023August 15, 2023arthritis, chondroitin, dog health, dog nutrition, dogs, glucosamine, health, joint health, Narelle Cooke, nutrition, podcast, supplements

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In this episode, I discuss two of the main nutrients recommended to support joint health in both humans and animals and they are – glucosamine and chondroitin. Despite their popularity, there has always been controversy about the evidence for the benefits of oral glucosamine and chondroitin as treatment options for arthritis. Tune in to find out the facts of the matter – it may not be what you think!

Episode 29: The health benefits of organ meats

Podcast May 22, 2023August 15, 2023beef kidney, beef liver, beef pancreas, beef spleen, dog food, dog health, dog nutrition, dog supplements, health, lamb liver, Narelle Cooke, nutrition, organ meat

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In this episode, I want to talk about organ meats and their numerous health benefits for our dogs. We’ll be delving into why I think we need to be incorporating organ meats into our dog’s diets. We’ll discuss the specific nutrient profiles of the different organs and why you might at times choose one over the other, and in relation to that, we’ll explore how organ meats can provide targeted support to different areas of the body, such as the immune system, kidney and pancreatic function, and overall vitality.

Episode 28: The year in review & why every dog needs Gut Protect

Podcast January 3, 2023August 15, 2023canineceuticals, diet, dog health, dog nutrition, dogs, gut health, gut protect, health, Narelle Cooke, nutrition, podcast, supplements

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In this episode, we reflect back on 2022 – the journey of launching CanineCeuticals, the challenges faced along the way, and the amazing support received from both industry and pet owners alike. We then discuss why every dog should be on our flagship product ‘Gut Protect’! With so many different ingredients to choose from when formulating a product, gain insights into the reasoning behind why I selected each ingredient and how it works in the body to provide such a wide range of health benefits for our dogs.

Episode 27: The benefits of colostrum

Podcast September 4, 2022August 15, 2023colostrum, diet, dog health, dog nutrition, dogs, gut health, health, leaky gut, Narelle Cooke, nutrition, podcast, puppies, supplements

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Bovine colostrum has been known for centuries for its health benefits and is described in the current scientific literature as on of the most promising nutraceuticals for the prevention or mitigation of various diseases in humans. The great news is that there’s also a growing amount of research highlighting the benefits of bovine colostrum for our domestic cats and dogs as well. In this episode, I talk about how bovine colostrum can help in the management of infection, gastrointestinal disorders, allergy symptoms, and in the repair and recovery of muscles, tendons and bone in both us and our dogs, and why I’m so happy that my customers have access to such an amazing natural product!

Episode 21: The link between diet and behaviour in dogs

Podcast October 2, 2021September 4, 2023behaviour, bell and bone, big dog, diet, dog health, dog nutrition, dogs, health, Narelle Cooke, neurotransmitters, nutrition, podcast, raw food diet

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Although cliche, we are what we eat! Fundamentally, what impacts mood and drives behaviour are biochemical processes in the body. And what drives these biochemical processes are the nutrients that come in from the foods we feed our dog’s day in and day out.

In this episode, I talk about the role that diet and nutrition play in the behaviour of our dogs, as well as outlining some simple strategies that all pet owners can implement in order to improve the nutritional profile of a standard commercial kibble diet.

Lots of food for thought!

Episode 20: What happened to Ladybug – Part 2!

Podcast August 28, 2021August 15, 2023bellandbone, bigdogpetfoods, diet, dog health, dog nutrition, dogs, health, Narelle Cooke, nutrition, pancreatitis, podcast, raw food diet, supplements, surgery

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Like most dog health emergencies, Ladybug’s most recent drama started early on Sunday morning with repeated bouts of vomiting. This soon led to lots of blood tests, x-rays, emergency surgery and a weeks stay at the vets. So what happened to Ladybug????

In this episode, I share Ladybug’s most recent misadventure and use it as a case study for what you can do with your dog from a diet and supplement standpoint to optimise recovery from surgery and pancreatitis.

Episode 19: Interview with Sacha Packer

Podcast August 8, 2021September 4, 2023Big Dog Pet Foods, dog health, dog nutrition, Dog rescue, Fresh Food Feeding for Dogs - Kibble Feeders Welcome!, Narelle Cooke, Sacha Packer, The Balanced Canine

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In this episode I speak with Sacha Packer of The Balanced Canine in Sydney. Sacha is a multi-modality practitioner who mostly works with performance and show dogs and is qualified and accredited in the areas of nutrition, fitness and bodywork. Sacha is also a huge proponent of feeding our dogs a species appropriate fresh food diet, and is co-admin of the hugely popular Facebook page ‘Fresh Food Feeding for Dogs – Kibble Feeders Welcome!’, which currently has just over 56,000 members. So tune-in to hear how Sacha got into the industry and her journey to where she is today.

Episode 15: Oxalates in the diet – should you be concerned?

Podcast May 23, 2021September 4, 2023Big Dog Pet Foods, dog food, dog health, dog nutrition, dogs, high oxalate foods, human health, juice cleanse, kidney disease, kidney stones, oxalate toxicity, oxalates

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In this episode, I discuss the topic of oxalates in the food that we’re eating and what we’re feeding our dogs, along with their potential negative health effects.

I cover what oxalates are, how they’re formed, what symptoms to look for, as well as discussing those factors that will increase the risk for oxalate toxicity. I then provide some key resources that you can go to for more detailed and reputable follow-up information.

So if you’ve heard about oxalates, but aren’t exactly sure of what they are or if they are impacting your health or your dog’s health, then this is a great show for you.

Episode 14: Interview with Big Dog Pet Foods

Podcast April 3, 2021December 2, 2023Big Dog Pet Foods, Chris Essex, complete and balanced, dog food, dog health, dog nutrition, dogs, health, nutrition, probiotics, raw food diet, raw food feeding

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In this episode I speak with Chris Essex – the founder, owner and Managing Director of Big Dog Pet Foods, a family-owned Australian company who have been making raw, healthy, nutritious pet food since the year 2000.

We discuss with Chris how he first got into raw dog food manufacturing and the challenges around that at the time. We look at the various factors that make their products unique – from the human-grade quality of the raw ingredients (100% Australian grown), the lack of any synthetic additives or preservatives, the exceptional quality control processes used throughout all aspects of manufacturing, not to mention their willingness to offer complete transparency around everything that they do. We also touch on the perceived dangers of raw food feeding and the importance of good nutrition and probiotic supplementation when it comes to supporting immune function and the overall health of our pets.

So if you’re looking for a super easy and convenient way to feed your pet a nutritious raw food diet that’s also complete and balanced, join me in this episode to learn all about Big Dog Pet Foods.

Episode 12: Nutrition & behaviour with Lauren Turner

Podcast February 4, 2021November 13, 2023behaviour, diet, dog health, dog nutrition, Dog training, dogs, Narelle Cooke, raw food diet, training

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In this episode I’m joined by Lauren Turner, the owner and trainer of Ideal Dog in the United States, to discuss her work in the dog training industry and how she came to realise the importance of nutrition in behaviour modification.

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