Your Natural Dog with Angela Ardolino - Formerly It's A Dog's Life Angela Ardolino

In this episode of Your Natural Dog with Angela Ardolino, we’re thrilled to welcome Jason Scott, founder of Feral Fungi, an ethnobotanist and spagyricist, as well as the mycologist behind Angela’s innovative line of spagyric mushroom extract tinctures for dogs, MycoDog. Join Angela and Jason as they dive deep into the fascinating world of myco-alchemy, exploring topics such as the mushroom extraction industry, sourcing mushrooms locally, and the challenges of ensuring transparency and purity in mushroom supplements. Angela and Jason offer valuable insights into the benefits of wild-harvested mushrooms, and cultivating mushrooms with intention in order to formulate the best mushroom extracts that prioritize medicinal benefits over profit. Tune in to discover the MycoDog difference and gain a deeper understanding of how to choose the right mushroom supplement to support your pet’s health and well-being.
Episode Recap: 
What is myco alchemy?The mushroom extraction industryMyceliated grain & fruiting body extracts on the marketExperimenting with extraction methods for the most holistic mushroom productLack of transparency in the mushroom supplement industryMycelium products are not pure mycelium, and are not mushroom productsThe history of these mushrooms is the fruiting bodyMushrooms being grown on sawdust, a byproduct from the lumber industryThe importance of how mushrooms are grownWhat testing doesn’t show in your mushroom supplementBenefits of wild harvested mushroomsCultivating mushrooms with intention, on the right substrateSeeing the MycoDog difference in real dogsSourcing mushrooms locally, not overseasThe problem with mushroom powdersThe idea that its too expensive to source locallyWhy are companies spray drying mushroom extracts?Liquid extracts vs powdered extractsThe importance of dual extractionFormulating mushroom extract blends The problem with testing mushrooms for beta glucansCreating a mushroom product for the best medicinal benefits, not for profit
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Episode Resources:
Follow Feral Fungi on Instagram and FacebookFeral Fungi WebsiteFollow AlcheMycology on InstagramAlcheMycology WebsiteCatch up on Jason’s other Your Natural Dog episodesWhy Angela Created MycoDogMycoDog Spagyric Mushroom Extracts for dogsHave a question about your pet that you want answered on the podcast? Email us at Carter@yournaturaldog.com Angela ArdolinoCBD Dog HealthNote: Like all discount codes, they don't last furever!
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In this episode of Your Natural Dog with Angela Ardolino, we’re joined by Krysta Fox, an integrative Veterinary Technician and owner of Pug & Hound Pet Apothecary. Krysta leverages her years of veterinary and pet industry experience to help pet parents find the best natural supplements and food for their pets. She hand-selects every product in her store, saving pet parents the time and effort of research and guiding them to the best natural options. Krysta and Angela delve into the mushroom pet supplement industry, discussing how to choose the right mushroom supplement for your pet and the challenges of trying to standardize nature. Tune in for insights on navigating the world of natural pet supplements, especially when it comes to mushroom extracts, and ensuring you’re getting the best health benefits for your pets.
Episode Recap: 
It’s all because of Bruce the PugPug & Hound Pet ApothecaryBeing a disruptor in the pet industryRecognizing when a product is the real dealYou can’t standardize natureMedicinal mushrooms offer more than just beta-glucansTesting hasn’t caught up to these medicinal mushroom productsWhat not to lose sight of when comparing powders and tincturesConstantly doing the research to educate pet parentsMushrooms get their medicinal properties from what they’re grown onHow substrates and adulterants affect mushroom supplement qualityThe difference MycoDog mushroom supplements can makeAsk questions when choosing a supplement for your petPowdered mushroom extracts as a functional foodThe power of real whole plant & fungi medicineThe FDA & the natural supplement industryHow to choose the right mushroom supplement for your pet
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Episode Resources:
Pug & Hound Pet Apothecary Follow Pug & Hound on Instagram and Facebook Mushroom Supplements: A Practitioner's Comparison More articles by Krysta Fox on CBD Dog HealthWhy Angela Created MycoDogMycoDog Spagyric Mushroom Extract Supplements for petsHave a question about your pet that you want answered on the podcast? Email us at Carter@yournaturaldog.com Angela ArdolinoCBD Dog HealthNote: Like all discount codes, they don't last furever!

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In this episode of Your Natural Dog with Angela Ardolino, Master Herbalist Dr. Nicole Apelian joins the conversation, sharing her insights on the power of natural herbs and medicinal mushrooms. Dr. Nicole is a biologist, author, anthropologist, wilderness skills instructor, and was also a challenger on the History Channel’s "Alone" series. Dr. Nicole and Angela come together to talk about their parallel experiences formulating their mushroom extract products, creating mushroom extract & adaptogen blends for specific ailments, and disrupting the industry with their gold standard spagyric tinctures. As they dive into the world of herbs and mushrooms, they also share how their journeys were each sparked by a worrying diagnosis. Tune in for an enlightening discussion on the healing potential of mushrooms and herbs.
Episode Recap: 
Dr. Nicole Apelian’s journey to herbalismForaging for food & medicine on AloneWhy mushroom extract tinctures instead of powdersSpagyric tinctures are the gold standardDr. Apelian’s experience with MSThe importance of diet and supporting the gut microbiomeBeing a disruptor in the pet industryLook for research & listen to real people’s reviewsFavorite mushrooms & herbsMushroom extract & adaptogen blends for specific ailmentsGo-to headache & migraine remediesDr. Nicole Apelian’s books and courses
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Episode Resources:
Dr. Nicole ApelianDr. Nicole’s Apothecary Follow Dr. Nicole Apelian on Facebook and InstagramMycoDog Spagyric Mushroom Extract & Adaptogen tinctures for petsHave a question about your pet that you want answered on the podcast? Email us at Carter@yournaturaldog.com Angela ArdolinoCBD Dog HealthNote: Like all discount codes, they don't last furever!
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Join Angela Ardolino on the Your Natural Dog Podcast as she welcomes Dr. Katie Kangas, an integrative veterinarian with a passion for preventative health and holistic wellness. In this episode, they dive deep into the often overlooked topic of dog dentistry and the crucial role it plays in your furry friend's overall health. Dr. Katie shares natural approaches to support optimal dental health, such as MCT oil, CBD oil, raw meaty bones, and other supplements. They also explore the differences between anesthetic and non-anesthetic dental cleanings, emphasize the significance of gum health, and provide tips for effectively checking your dog's teeth and gums. Tune in for invaluable insights into supporting your dog's dental and oral health!
Episode Recap: 
Supporting your dog’s dental health naturallyDental health affects whole body healthMCT Oil, essential oils, & CBD oil for dog dental healthRaw meaty bones for dog dental healthDiet & dog oral healthMyth of kibble cleaning dog’s teethImportance of gum healthAnesthetic & Non-Anesthetic dental cleaningsDental issues & periodontal disease in small dogsDental complications from allergiesWhat if we could look into a wild canine’s mouth?TEEF for dog dental healthDr. Katie Kangas’ success with CBD & mushrooms
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Episode Resources:Find Dr. Katie Kangas at Integrative Veterinary CareIntegrative Veterinary Care with Dr. Katie Kangas on Follow Integrative Veterinary Care on InstagramCBD for Periodontal Disease in Dogs & CatsTEEF for dog dental healthHave a question about your pet that you want answered on the podcast? Email us at Carter@yournaturaldog.com Angela ArdolinoCBD Dog HealthNote: Like all discount codes, they don't last furever!
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In this episode of Your Natural Dog Podcast, host Angela Ardolino is joined by special guest Dr. Eve Harrison, an advocate for Take Medicine Back, a movement dedicated to restoring the ethical foundation of the medical profession by removing corporate influence. Dr. Harrison, a passionate integrative veterinarian who runs her own thriving mobile veterinary practice in Los Angeles, shares her insights into the detrimental impact of corporate interests on both veterinary education and veterinary practices nationwide. Together, Angela and Dr. Harrison delve into the repercussions of corporate influence on the industry and our pets' well-being, shedding light on the importance of reclaiming the physician-patient relationship in veterinary medicine.
Episode Recap: 
Taking Medicine Back from Corporate InterestsInfluence of corporations in veterinary practicesInfluence of corporations in veterinary schoolStatistics on corporate influencePhysicians and Veterinarians as the face of corporationsCorporate-sponsored lunch talks at veterinary schoolCorporate Euthanasia Practices with euthanasia quotasHelping dogs regain their quality of life naturallyVeterinary practices stretched thin trying to meet corporate demandsVeterinarians fall back on the same standard of careNatural plant medicine is considered “alternative”Dr. Eve Harrison’s favorite mushrooms
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Episode Resources:
Taking Medicine Back from Corporate InterestsDr. Eve HarrisonCorporate Consolidator Ownership of Veterinary PracticesFollow The House Call Vet Academy on Facebook and InstagramHave a question about your pet that you want answered on the podcast? Email us at Carter@yournaturaldog.com Angela ArdolinoCBD Dog Health
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Join Angela Ardolino on this episode of Your Natural Dog as she sits down with Stacey Buc, the compassionate force behind Mama Dog Rescue in Warren, Michigan. Together, they dive into the world of holistic pet care, exploring the transformative power of proper nutrition and natural remedies, including cannabis and mushrooms, for senior rescue dogs. Stacey shares her journey of caring for 17 senior dogs at Mama Dog Rescue, shedding light on the importance of providing a loving home and holistic care for our furry friends. Tune in to learn more about supporting your dog's immune system naturally and some heartwarming success stories from Mama Dog Rescue.
Episode Recap: 
Mama Dog RescueSenior pets in sheltersHolistic care for rescued petsSupport from holistic veterinariansCostly long term repercussions of pharmaceuticals Apoquel & dogs with allergiesSupporting your dog’s immune system naturallyBeing your pet’s advocateFind the right holistic veterinarian or pet health coachTaking care of 17 at Mama Dog RescueBacklash for helping pets holisticallyHolistic Success Stories at Mama Dog RescueUsing CBD Dog Health & MycoDog products at Mama Dog RescueSupporting senior pets naturally
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Episode Resources:
Pets for Adoption at Mama Dog RescueDonate to Mama Dog Rescue on Venmo @MamaDogRescue1Follow Mama Dog Rescue on FacebookCBD vs ApoquelCBD & Mushrooms for Senior DogsCBD & Mushrooms for Respiratory Support Benefits of CBD for Senior DogsHave a question about your pet that you want answered on the podcast? Email us at Carter@yournaturaldog.com Angela ArdolinoCBD Dog HealthNote: Like all discount codes, they don't last furever!
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