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Integrative Veterinary Medicine for Dogs: Dr. Richter on Longevity, Cannabis & Acupressure

Kimberly Gauthier (Keep the Tail Wagging) and Erin Scott (Believe in Dog) Season 4 Episode 174

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In this episode of The Alternative Dog Moms Podcast, Dr. Richter shares his journey into integrative veterinary medicine, a common-sense approach to dog nutrition, cannabis for pets, acupressure you can do at home, and what really matters most for canine longevity.

CHAPTERS:

  • Dr. Richter's veterinary origin story and how integrative modalities became a part of his practice (0:55)
  • Why aren't more veterinarians curious about integrative healing modalities? (5:50)
  • Dr. Richter's common-sense approach to dog food that meets pet parents where they're at (8:16)
  • Longevity science - and drugs - for dogs. And the health factors that matter more than any drug or biohacking (16:27)
  • Cannabis medicine for pets (27:30)
  • Acupressure: The at-home healing modality pet parents can do while bonding with their pets (35:33)
  • The future of veterinary care and the modalities Dr. Richter is most excited about (38:16)

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