105. Gut Health, Holistic Healing & The Power of Proactive Pet Care

In this dynamic and educational episode of the Pets Add Life Podcast, hosts Chris Bonifati and Kristen Levine explore proactive pet wellness from every angle — from groundbreaking AI-powered dental tools to the latest gut microbiome research and holistic approaches to long-term health. This episode highlights how prevention, education, and informed decision-making can dramatically improve quality of life for pets and their families.

Story Time features: Kristen shares exciting news from Mars Petcare’s launch of an AI-powered dental screening tool, the Greenies Canine Dental Check, which allows dog owners to upload a photo of their dog’s teeth and receive instant feedback on tartar buildup and gum health.

Chris highlights a heartwarming local rescue story out of Norwalk, Connecticut, where firefighters successfully saved an adult swan trapped in icy waters — proving once again that first responders are heroes for animals too.

Special Guests: Dr. Dody Tyneway Robi, Founder, Holistic Vet Blend

Dr. Judy Morgan, Integrative Veterinarian & Founder, Naturally Healthy Pets

Pet Product Recommendations: Woof Bite & Brush Dental Toy – https://mywoof.com

Greenies Feline Dental Treats – https://www.greenies.com

Q&A Topics: We’re thinking about bringing a horse into our family. What level of care and commitment should new horse owners realistically expect? (Submitted by Claire from Lexington, KY)

How can I reduce tension and occasional fights in a multi-cat household? (Submitted by Ethan from Portland, OR)

Related Links: Holistic Vet Blend: https://holisticvetblend.com

Dr. Judy Morgan: https://drjudymorgan.com

Naturally Healthy Pets Podcast: https://drjudymorgan.com/pages/podcast

Veterinary Oral Health Council (VOHC): https://vohc.org

Mystic Aquarium: https://www.mysticaquarium.org

American Pet Products Association (APPA): https://www.americanpetproducts.org

DOGTV Unleashed FAST Channel: https://www.dogtv.com/unleashed

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Presented by: American Pet Products Association (APPA) & DOGTV