My Dog Is Better Than Your Dog

Dr. Lily Chen
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My Dog Is Better Than Your Dog

Welcome to “My Dog is Better Than Your Dog,” the podcast that dives into everything about making your pet’s life the best ever and celebrating that unique human-animal bond! Hosted by Dr. Lily Chen, an integrative veterinarian in Los Angeles, California, join us for discussions with exceptional pet parents, pet influencers, pioneering vets, and experts in innovative care. Tune in to celebrate and learn more about our furry friends! Follow Us: IG: @dr.lilychenvet IG+FB: @integrativepet www.integrativepet.com E-Mail Us! mydog@integrativepet.com

  1. The magic of mistletoe therapy plus a pet meditation

    4 DAYS AGO

    The magic of mistletoe therapy plus a pet meditation

    It’s a holiday episode! Mistletoe isn’t just festive—it’s a powerful natural therapy for pets with cancer or chronic inflammation. With immune-boosting and anticancer properties, mistletoe targets cancer cells while sparing healthy ones, something chemo can’t actually do. It works beautifully with chemo or as part of holistic protocol alongside other natural modalities like Vitamin C therapy. And to make this episode extra special, I’ve included a meditation to help you and your pet release the stress of the past year and strengthen your bond. Happy Holidays and Merry Everything from me and the Unicorn Team!  KEY INSIGHTS:  How mistletoe extract has immune-modulating and anticancer properties.  How Dr. Lily is exploring the use of mistletoe for chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases.  How mistletoe can even reduce chemo side effects and the many benefits of using mistletoe in combination with chemo or a holistic cancer protocol.   How you can learn to administer mistletoe injections at home.  How mistletoe grows on other “host” plants and takes on some of their properties and why it’s important to choose the right mistletoe for your pet’s personality.  And a special meditation you can enjoy with your pet!  RESOURCES:  The pet meditation starts 16: 48 mins in.  FOLLOW:  Integrative Pet Wellness Center: www.integrativepet.com  Integrative Pet Wellness Center: @integrativepet  Dr Lily Chen: @dr.lilychen

    32 min
  2. Re-imaging vet care with Joyce, Wooly's mom

    DEC 15

    Re-imaging vet care with Joyce, Wooly's mom

    What if your vet truly listened, made time for your questions, honored your bond with your pet, and supported you emotionally through the vulnerable moments? What if they treated your pet like they were special—not just another dog or cat—and gave you options for their health care? And what if they even honored the deep spiritual bond you have with your pet? That’s the reality I create at my Wellness Center every day. In this heartfelt conversation, Joyce shares how this "less ordinary" environment positively impacted her and her dog, Wooly, in a profound way. We honor Wooly's legacy, and we even dive into a few topics I never speak about publicly. This is my most honest episode yet.  KEY INSIGHTS:  Honoring the deep spiritual connection you share with your pet and how that bond can last beyond them being here.  How deeply it matters to have a vet who is emotionally supportive.  How being treated like you and your pet are special makes a big difference.  How walking into the wellness center felt to Joyce like she was at her favorite spa (a very different experience to any vet clinic she'd been in before). Joyce shares how every pet parent, every family, deserves a vet who really listens to them. How in vet school, you're taught this is the disease, and these are the drug dosages, but when you're out in the world, you realize it doesn't work that way for every pet. Lily and Joyce recognize how pet parents should really feel they are in partnership with their vet.  And how powerful emotional wellness therapies are and how sound bowls with Maria really contributed to Wooly's quality of life.   RESOURCES:  Holistic Oncologist Dr. Trina: https://greennile.org/ You can book with Dr. Trina by emailing info@integrativepet.com FOLLOW:  Integrative Pet Wellness Center: www.integrativepet.com  Dr Lily Chen: @integrativepet @dr.lilychen Joyce (Wooly and Kekoa's mum): @oneripley1

    1h 20m
  3. Why you need an old-school family vet

    DEC 8

    Why you need an old-school family vet

    In this episode, I sit down with Debra, a special client who has played a big role in shaping the vet I am today. For 10 years, I cared for her beloved dogs, Sammy, Lukey, Sophie, and Allie, every single week. When I had a house call practice, I would go over to Debra every Saturday morning. And even now, I still have the privilege of caring for her new puppy. In this episode, we explore the deep bond between pet parents and their pets and the family vet who knows everything about them. If you've ever craved that old-school family doctor-style care—someone who takes the time to get to know you—this story is for you. And yes, we're always here if you want to make that dream a reality.  KEY INSIGHTS:  The miracle of acupuncture and how it transformed her pets' health.  How connected we are with our pets and how they'll sometimes get the exact same illness we have.  How fecal transplants can bring out the best in our pet's personality.  How sometimes choosing quality of life in our pet’s older years is the kindest route.  How the more we know, the better we get as pet parents.  Why it's important to allow our pets to be themselves.  And Debra tells us the touching story of how her dogs supported her through her health crisis.  RESOURCES:  We’ve gathered all of the episodes related to cancer on the My Dog is Better than Your Dog podcast. Just mail us at marketing@integrativepet.com and ask for the cancer pets podcast playlist, and we’ll send it to you to make gathering resources for your pet easier 🐶💜 FOLLOW:  Integrative Pet Wellness Center: www.integrativepet.com  Dr Lily Chen: @dr.lilychen

    1h 24m
  4. The Best Food For Your Dog

    DEC 1

    The Best Food For Your Dog

    If you want to feed your dog the very best food (even if you don't have time to home cook meals or feed raw) this episode is for you. Dr. Hillary and I dive into the essentials of optimal dog nutrition covering what you won't hear from most conventional vets (spoiler: they don't teach us this in vet school!). We chat about age-appropriate diets, what's missing when the packet says "complete and balanced," and the power of whole foods. And Dr. Hillary shares a powerful story about a tiny dog with IBD who was almost euthanized but made a full recovery on a fresh food diet.  KEY INSIGHTS:  What vets aren't taught about nutrition in vet school.  How pets just like us aren't meant to be eating the same thing every single meal every single day.  The little dog with IBD who was almost euthanized but instead got on a fresh food diet and completely healed.  How to gently transition from kibble to fresh food.  How to give your dog the best meals even when you don't have time to home cook them.  The benefits of feeding whole foods packed with nutrients.  How to test if your pet is getting all the vitamins and minerals they need from their diet. How calorie control is so important for lifespan.  And why you want a vet who can say, "I don't know."  RESOURCES:  The Food List 🐶💜 Dr. Hillary’s Online Course:  The Ultimate Guide to Homemade Pet Food Nutrition Consults with Dr. Hillary:  1:1 Nutrition Consult with Dr. Woolfe FOLLOW:  Integrative Pet Wellness Center: www.integrativepet.com  Dr Lily Chen: @dr.lilychen Hillary Woolfe: @doctorwolfe.dvm

    57 min
  5. IG influencer Apple The Golden’s Cancer Journey

    NOV 24

    IG influencer Apple The Golden’s Cancer Journey

    If you and your dog are on a cancer journey or you’re grieving a furry friend, this is the episode for you. I chat with Diane, a very special pet patient’s mom, about her Golden Retriever, Apple—a former show dog, squirrel enthusiast, born emotional support pet, and Instagram influencer. After Apple was diagnosed with cardio hemangiosarcoma, Diane pulled out all the stops to give her the best holistic care possible and find the right vets to support her. Diane shares the journey they went on together, what options exist for cancer pet parents, and the lesson Apple taught her that allowed her to find joy again after Apple passed.  KEY INSIGHTS:  The benefit of being proactive with cancer testing.   How you need to find the right team for the approach you want to take to treat your pet's cancer.  The power of medicinal mushrooms.   Dr. Lily shares how she believes pets are our teachers.  The special Chinese herb you need to have on hand for emergencies if your pet has hemangiosarcoma.  And the message Apple sent her mum that allowed her to find joy again after Apple passed.  RESOURCES:  We’ve gathered all of the episodes related to cancer on the My Dog is Better than Your Dog podcast. Just mail us at info@integrativepet.com and ask for the cancer pets podcast playlist, and we’ll send it to you to make gathering resources for your pet easier 🐶💜 FOLLOW:  Integrative Pet Wellness Center: www.integrativepet.com  Dr Lily Chen: @dr.lilychen Dr. Trina: @greennileinc Apple: @apple_thegolden

    48 min
  6. The questions you didn’t know you needed to ask when looking for a new vet w/ Dr. Andy Roark

    NOV 17

    The questions you didn’t know you needed to ask when looking for a new vet w/ Dr. Andy Roark

    In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Andy Roark to dive into the big questions around veterinary ownership and why it matters. We explore what it means for you and your pet when vet practices are privately owned versus corporate-owned. We chat about the importance of finding a practice that matches your non-negotiables—whether it’s convenience or high-touch vet care. With practical tips on what questions to ask and how to “shop around,” this episode is all about helping you find your dream vet. KEY INSIGHTS: How a lot of vet hospitals are being bought out by corporations–and how it impacts the care your pet receives. How you can get totally different vet care at different vet practices. The benefits of corporate vet hospitals for super busy pet parents. Why you want to pay attention to if you’re feeling heard and if you feel like your pet is receiving a personalized approach or not. Why vets need to be able to communicate what makes their practice different. How you can figure out your non-negotiables and tailor your own vet experience. RESOURCES: The questions you need to ask to find the right vet for you: Generally, if I book at 10 am, will I be seen at 10 am? (to find out if they do cluster bookings) How long are your consults? (if having your questions answered and personalized care is important to you, look for longer consults) How much is your exam fee, and what does that include? This is what I love about my last vet…do you have a vet you could recommend who is similar to this? Pro Tip: Do interview exams with a general vet and emergency vet BEFORE your pet gets sick. FOLLOW: Integrative Pet Wellness Center: www.integrativepet.com Dr. Andy Roark: https://drandyroark.com/ Dr Lily Chen: @dr.lilychen Dr. Andy: @drandyroark

    1h 17m
  7. What it’s like to have an appointment at the Integrative Pet Wellness Center

    NOV 10

    What it’s like to have an appointment at the Integrative Pet Wellness Center

    In this episode, Dr. Trina and I chat about how we do things differently at the wellness center. We get into everything from making pet parents feel heard to the new generation of vets to finding a specialist for your pet. If you’re curious about what it’s like to have an appointment at the Integrative Pet Wellness Center, you need to listen to this episode.  RESOURCES:  Integrative Pet Wellness Center: www.integrativepet.com  FOLLOW:  Integrative Pet Wellness Center: www.integrativepet.com  Dr Lily Chen: @dr.lilychen Dr. Trina: @greennileinc

    40 min
  8. 3 integrative vets share what’s worked for their cancer patients

    NOV 3

    3 integrative vets share what’s worked for their cancer patients

    Whether you're a pet parent wanting to prevent cancer for your pup or a vet who's seeing cancer patients, you need to listen to this episode. Dr. Kendra, Dr. Trina, and I dive deep into conversations like what is the most effective way to do chemo? Can we heal dogs with mistletoe and vitamin C on their own? And what about ozone therapy? Tune in to learn about personalized, robust, cross-disciplinary approaches to helping pets with cancer thrive.  KEY INSIGHTS:  How you want to start cancer prevention when your dog’s a puppy.  Dr Kendra dives into the push-pull chemo strategy.  The power of herbs and cannabis to support pets with chemo side effects.    How dogs who are being treated with an integrative approach (western medicine and herbs, acupuncture, and sometimes cannabis) have better outcomes than dogs who only have chemo.  How a golden retriever puppy went into remission with just mistletoe and vitamin C.   How every pet needs a personalized approach.  How for senior pet’s annual cancer screening is not enough, and how you want to teach pet parents to check for lumps at home.  How we always want to pay attention to a pet’s “weakest link” when it comes to their health.    How integrative vets and conventional oncologists are allies on the same team.   And Dr. Trina shares the story of a dog who survived a cancer that’s considered unsurvivable–and what she did to help him.  RESOURCES:  Use this link to sign up to our emails and be the first to hear when we’re running a discount on preventative cancer testing Sign Up Here FOLLOW:  Integrative Pet Wellness Center: @integrativepetwellnesscenter Dr Lily Chen: @dr.lilychen Dr. Kendra: @drkendrapope  Dr. Trina: @greennileinc

    1h 7m
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Welcome to “My Dog is Better Than Your Dog,” the podcast that dives into everything about making your pet’s life the best ever and celebrating that unique human-animal bond! Hosted by Dr. Lily Chen, an integrative veterinarian in Los Angeles, California, join us for discussions with exceptional pet parents, pet influencers, pioneering vets, and experts in innovative care. Tune in to celebrate and learn more about our furry friends! Follow Us: IG: @dr.lilychenvet IG+FB: @integrativepet www.integrativepet.com E-Mail Us! mydog@integrativepet.com

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