{"podcast":{"title":"The Non-Traditional Veterinarian®","slug":"the-non-traditional-veterinarian-7329957","podcast_index_feed_id":7329957,"rss_url":"https://api.riverside.fm/hosting/6WBTF9vj.rss","website_url":"https://sites.libsyn.com/576955","image_url":"https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/89d80b08-773b-4e01-8b54-7befa2a042d6/Motivation_Podcast_Cover-2-20251204-xtqc0mqe8n.png","author":"Dr. Jeannette Bimonte","episode_count":54,"summary":"Real talk for pet parents who know there has to be more to pet healthcare. Hosted by The Non-Traditional Veterinarian®, Dr Bimonte, this podcast explores the connections conventional conversations often miss. Topics on nutrition, gut health, functional testing, and environmental exposures to longevity, chronic symptoms, and whole-pet wellness. Expect honest education, bold perspectives, and practical ways to become a more informed advocate for your pet. It’s time to take a non-traditional approach to pet health to question the norm, uncover deeper connections, and help your pet live a healthier, longer life. The Non-Traditional Veterinarian®, the veterinarian your pet will thank you for.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-23T22:17:08.728381+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-non-traditional-veterinarian-7329957"},"episode":{"title":"#55 What I'd Do for My Own Dog at Every Age","slug":"55-what-i-d-do-for-my-own-dog-at-every-age","published_at":"2026-07-23T10:15:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-non-traditional-veterinarian-7329957/55-what-i-d-do-for-my-own-dog-at-every-age","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-non-traditional-veterinarian-7329957","url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/9144e6ab23e8bfa71b1c5e311e6db2f46aaf46450da4a63b35993f65d393e73e/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI5MDkwNGNjMC05OTQyLTQ3ZWMtYjUwMC01MmFhYjMyYzE4NmIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4OWQ4MGIwOC03NzNiLTRlMDEtOGI1NC03YmVmYTJhMDQyZDYiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2N2ZiZWYxMzRjOWIyNWEwOTIwMzg0NjUiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE1ZjlhYzlkOTg3N2QxOWU5MGEwYWU4L2RyLS1qZWFubmV0dGUtYmltb250ZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNy0yMV9fMTgtMTQtMS5tcDMifQ==.mp3","audio_url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/9144e6ab23e8bfa71b1c5e311e6db2f46aaf46450da4a63b35993f65d393e73e/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI5MDkwNGNjMC05OTQyLTQ3ZWMtYjUwMC01MmFhYjMyYzE4NmIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4OWQ4MGIwOC03NzNiLTRlMDEtOGI1NC03YmVmYTJhMDQyZDYiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2N2ZiZWYxMzRjOWIyNWEwOTIwMzg0NjUiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE1ZjlhYzlkOTg3N2QxOWU5MGEwYWU4L2RyLS1qZWFubmV0dGUtYmltb250ZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNy0yMV9fMTgtMTQtMS5tcDMifQ==.mp3","summary":"If someone asked me, \"What would you do if this was your own dog?\" this episode has some of my answers. As a veterinarian, I spend every day helping families make decisions about their pets' health. While every pet is unique, there are a handful of principles that guide almost every recommendation I make. These aren't about chasing trends or finding a magic supplement. In fact it's the opposite. They're about building a strong foundation that supports a healthier, happier life. In this episode, I walk through each stage of a pet's life...from puppy/kittenhood to the senior years. And share what I would prioritize if I were raising my own dog. We discuss how nutrition, movement, preventive care, mental enrichment, and functional testing evolve throughout a pet's lifetime, and why investing in health before problems arise can make all the difference. In this episode, you'll learn: • What I'd prioritize during puppy or kittenhood to build lifelong resilience • Why prevention should start long before your pet shows signs of illness • Why maintaining a healthy body condition is one of the most impactful things you can do • How functional testing (including gut microbiome testing, vitamin D testing, hair tissue mineral analysis, and environmental toxin testing) can help personalize your pet's care when appropriate • Why healthy aging is about supporting quality of life, not simply adding years One of the biggest takeaways from this episode is that prevention isn't about expecting something to go wrong, it's about creating the best opportunity for things to go right. It's not waiting for a disease to control the conversation. Every pet deserves care that's thoughtful, personalized, and proactive. 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