Color Code Your Dog Food with Gayle Pruitt

Gayle Pruitt
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The Color Code Your Dog Food Podcast, is a playful blend of nutrition, recipes, and dog tales, where your host, Gayle Pruitt, decodes the spectrum of doggy nutrition. We're serving up a buffet of easy-to-follow, color-coded food groups for your pup, sharing drool-worthy recipes, and swapping heartwarming stories from dog enthusiasts worldwide. Whether you're a newbie pet parent or a seasoned dog lover, this is your one-stop spot for a healthier, happier, and more colorful journey with your four-legged friend.

  1. 11/27/2025

    CCYDF E31 - Music for Health, Healing and Stress Relief - PLUS - The World Famous Opera-Loving Dog

    This episode is less about colorful nourishment and more about food for the spirit. You'll find out music is good for more than just the soul! Scientific studies have concluded that not only does music have stress-relieveing properties, it can also heal, relieve pain, help treat disease and even improve brain function. Gayle's 2 elderly dogs - both 20+ years old - are proof positive that music can not only soothe the savage breast, it can salve as well. And all the way from England you'll hear about Bruno, the Opera Dog. Known for his fondness of Luciano Pavarotti, Bruno got the nickname "Pawvarotti" by his many fans. He can be found on social media; Best Recipes UK on Twitter, as well as Facebook and Instagram.

    11 min

  2. 07/23/2025

    CCYDF E30 - Sgt Stubby, America's 1st Canine NCO and a Healthy Snack Recipe Loaded with Anthocyanins & Antioxidants Dogs Will Love

    A Boston Terrier found wandering around Yale in 1917 was so popular with soldiers training there, he became the mascot of the 102nd Infantry Regiment, 26th Yankee Division - even though it was against the rules! Hear the story of this hero dog who served on the Western Front for 18 months, participating in 17 battles, becoming America's most decorated Best Friend. Then Gayle has an easy dog snack recipe that is the best thing you can give your furry pal for heart and artery health... and so delicious they'll always be begging for more.

    11 min

  3. 05/20/2025

    CCYDF E29 - Hyper- & Hypothyroidism, a recipe to ward off anemia plus Hitchhiker and Hobo, the protector dogs!

    In this episode, Gayle explains about the thyroid and why the wellness of this hormone-supplying organ is vital for good health. There is a fantastic recipe that your dogs will find delicious but it's really supporting their thyroid and preventing anemnia, a blood condition that reduces oxygen. Finally, it's the story of Hitchhiker and Hobo, 2 stray dogs that become part of the family who become self-appointed watchdogs and save the day!

    11 min

  4. 01/03/2025

    CCYDF E28 - HAPPY NEW YEAR!! News on Music & Cancer, a Hero Parrot and a Fantastic Recipe

    Join us as Gayle gives us the latest amazing medical revelations about music, the story of a life-saving parrot (and generally how brilliant parrots are) and a delicious rump roast recipe, good for you and your dogs! Oh, and let's see how long we can keep 2025 on a leash!

    11 min

  5. 12/05/2024

    CCYDF E27 - The Magic of Music and a Liver Treat Recipe for Your Furry Friends

    This time, Gayle explores the incredible influence that music has on people and pets for mental health and even digestion, particularly stories of her personal experience with music and her Three Muttketeers. You're likely to be very surprised about the type of tunes that she found most effective for mood! Plus, you'll get an easy and very healthy recipe for liver treats that will make your dogs love you even more.

    11 min

  6. 11/22/2024

    CCYDF E26 - Strawberries: Healthy for Dogs and People + A Great Strawberry Recipe & A Cat Saves a Baby!

    Gayle tells you exactly why strawberries are considered a superfood, some cautions about them and a surprising boost from a certain process. Plus, you'll get a delicious strawberry snack recipe for you and your furry pals. Then, be amazed as you hear about Pixie, a rescue cat who saved an infant's life.

    12 min

  7. 09/27/2024

    CCYDF E25 - Snacks & Recipes for Doggos! Also: Cooking Protein @ Low Temp & Animals That Save People

    In this jam-packed episode, Gayle talks about the importance of healthy snacks and has tasty recipes for gelatin and seed gummies. You'll also find out about the importance of low temperature cooking to prevent carcinogens from forming (always use the nutrient-dense liquid produced!) as well as the danger of aflatoxins in peanut butter and corn. Finally, in Animal Tales, hear about disease-detecting dogs, a life-saving bunny and how Gayle's horse Jupiter saved her life.

    13 min

  8. 09/16/2024

    CCYDF E24 - Vegan Dog Food? Also, Protein is Crucial & Gayle's Dog - Mimi the Thief!

    This time, Gayle talks about vegan meals (with recipe suggestions) and how they can occasionally be good dogs. Then a deep dive into protein and why it's so important, as it produces other necessities for the body. Finally, a story of Gayle's rescue dog Mimi, and how this doggo is a cunning thief.

    12 min
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The Color Code Your Dog Food Podcast, is a playful blend of nutrition, recipes, and dog tales, where your host, Gayle Pruitt, decodes the spectrum of doggy nutrition. We're serving up a buffet of easy-to-follow, color-coded food groups for your pup, sharing drool-worthy recipes, and swapping heartwarming stories from dog enthusiasts worldwide. Whether you're a newbie pet parent or a seasoned dog lover, this is your one-stop spot for a healthier, happier, and more colorful journey with your four-legged friend.

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