33: The Hidden Cause of Dog Allergies Most Owners Miss with Amanda Smith
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This episode explores the connection between gut health and common dog health issues with expert Amanda Smith.
In this episode, we dive into one of the most overlooked root causes of common dog health issues: gut health. From itchy skin to ear infections and low energy, we explore how what goes into your dog’s bowl directly impacts their wellbeing. Joined by functional canine nutritionist Amanda Smith, we unpack simple, realistic ways to start improving your dog’s health without overwhelm. Guest Bio: Amanda Smith is a functional canine nutritionist with over 20 years of experience in the veterinary field. After working across multiple roles in clinical practice, she shifted her focus to nutrition and gut health. Today, she helps dog parents identify the root causes of health issues and guides them in transitioning from processed diets to more balanced, whole food approaches. Takeaways: The inside-out connection: most issues like itching, behavior changes, and immunity start in the gut It’s not just “allergies”, signs like licking, stress, and even poop changes can point to gut imbalance You don’t need to overhaul everything, start by adding simple foods like sardines, eggs, and blueberries Rotation matters more than perfection when it comes to nutrition Overfeeding and lack of variety are…
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