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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 IG:

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00:56:20

Unlocking A New Era in Pet Care: The Concierge...

My Dog Is Better Than Your Dog ·

2025/01/05

In this episode, I chat with Noelle, my marketing director, about the exciting new membership we're launching focused on preventative health care for pets. We talk about what it really takes to help your pet live the longest and healthiest life possible with you. And we share how you can become one of the founding members of the Concierge Membership (I’m only taking on 15 pet parents in this first cohort–so if you want a spot get on the waitlist quickly to be the first to hear when doors open on

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00:10:33

Empathy in Action: Holistic Approaches to Relieving...

My Dog Is Better Than Your Dog ·

2024/12/29

In this episode, Dr. Lily dives into an important and timely discussion about long-term pain management for pets, addressing the concerns surrounding popular pain injections like Librela and Solensia. While these quick fixes may seem appealing, they come with potential long-term complications and risks that every pet parent should be aware of.We explore what truly moves the needle in pain management by focusing on whole-body wellness and sustainable approaches to healing. Key Topics Discussed:

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00:32:20

The magic of mistletoe therapy plus a pet meditation

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2024/12/22

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

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01:20:08

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

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2024/12/15

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

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01:24:26

Why you need an old-school family vet

My Dog Is Better Than Your Dog ·

2024/12/08

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

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00:56:37

The Best Food For Your Dog

My Dog Is Better Than Your Dog ·

2024/12/01

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

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00:47:52

IG influencer Apple The Golden’s Cancer Journey

My Dog Is Better Than Your Dog ·

2024/11/24

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

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01:17:16

The questions you didn’t know you needed to ask when...

My Dog Is Better Than Your Dog ·

2024/11/17

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

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00:40:00

What it’s like to have an appointment at the...

My Dog Is Better Than Your Dog ·

2024/11/10

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

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01:07:20

3 integrative vets share what’s worked for their...

My Dog Is Better Than Your Dog ·

2024/11/03

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

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01:10:26

How “Paw Sha” aka Gua Sha for dogs can relieve pain &...

My Dog Is Better Than Your Dog ·

2024/10/27

Is your senior dog slowing down, hesitant to jump, or playing less? Pain might be the culprit. In this episode, fellow integrative vet Dr. Tori and I dive deep into Paw Sha, a pioneering technique she developed by adapting human Gua Sha for dogs. By gently gliding this special flat stone along your dog’s fur, you can smooth out their fascia, relieve pain, and enhance their mobility. Tune in to hear just how powerful combining Paw Sha with acupuncture or nano light acupuncture and laser can be–even

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00:58:38

Treat infections, cure skin issues, and support...

My Dog Is Better Than Your Dog ·

2024/10/20

Is ozone therapy the missing piece for your pet’s healing? In this episode, I dive into Ozone Therapy for pets with Jonothan Lowe. From treating chronic kidney disease to healing wounds to resolving challenging skin issues and helping with cancer care, ozone therapy has been a game changer for the pet’s in my care. And it’s so ridiculously effective for treating infections some of the antibiotics I used to stock have literally expired on my shelf! Tune in if you want to hear what Ozone can do for

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01:20:25

Use medicinal mushrooms to boost your dog's...

My Dog Is Better Than Your Dog ·

2024/10/13

At 36, Joni was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, and her dog with mammary cancer. These diagnoses led her to explore natural medicine, where she discovered medicinal mushrooms. Learn why whenever we eat a mushroom, it activates our immune system–in a good way. And tune in to hear how mushrooms can aid your dog's healing, support their overall health, and how to choose the right mushroom for your pup.Key Insights: The magic of Lion's Mane and how it supports brain health, digestion, IBD, and

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00:54:40

Episode 13: How Orthotics & Prosthetics Can Help Your...

My Dog Is Better Than Your Dog ·

2024/10/06

Having an injury or an amputation doesn’t have to mean your dog has to totally give up the life they had before. In this episode, I chatted with Ashely from Orthopets about their custom orthotics and prosthetics. Braces can be a game-changing alternative to surgery, especially when combined with regenerative treatments like PRP and stem cells. And they can be a powerful preventative measure when worn on the uninjured leg, too, so it doesn’t take any extra strain. Tune in to hear how a custom brace

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00:28:12

Episode 12: How To Help Your Dog Thrive Living With...

My Dog Is Better Than Your Dog ·

2024/09/29

Dr. Lily chats with fellow integrative vet Dr. Magda about the different approaches to treating cancer. From Chinese mushrooms and Chinese herbal formulas to acupuncture and ozone therapy, there are so many ways you can naturally support your dog with getting cancer into remission. And if you do choose to do chemo, there are natural modalities you can use to lessen the symptoms and help your dog get the best outcome. Dr Lily also shares her biggest AHA moment when it comes to cancer–this could be

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00:10:12

Episode 11: Is Using Long-lasting Pain Injections...

My Dog Is Better Than Your Dog ·

2024/09/22

This episode is a short conversation between fellow Integrative Vet, Dr. Magda and I about long lasting pain injections, Librela and Solensia. We chat about some of the risks involved when using these drugs- as there are with all drugs.KEY INSIGHTS: What are the dangers of using these injections? A FB group of owners sharing Librela experiences, here’s what they have to say. Why every pet needs an individualized approach. Follow Dr. Magda: • Website: ⁠www.drmagdavet.com⁠ • Holistika

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00:19:43

Using Hormone Therapy to Boost Your Spayed or...

My Dog Is Better Than Your Dog ·

2024/09/15

Should your dog be on hormone therapy? When we spay and neuter our pets, we take away their sex hormones, which have important functions in the body, just like they do for us humans. In this episode, fellow functional vet Dr Madga and I dive into the risks and benefits of spaying and neutering when it comes to cancer. We chat about vasectomies and ovarian-sparing surgeries to help preserve a pet's hormonal health. And we get into how you can use testosterone therapy as both preventative medicine

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00:39:39

Using Flower Essences to Support Your Pet's Emotional...

My Dog Is Better Than Your Dog ·

2024/09/11

If you've ever been curious about flower essences, this episode is for you! Dr Magda and I dive deep into these beautiful, gentle remedies. They were first discovered by homeopath Dr Bach, who collected the morning dew of various flowers and gave them to his patients to see what effect each flower had. Each flower works on specific emotional states, the root cause of many of the unwanted behaviors we see in our pets. Or as Madga puts it, it's 'psychotherapy in a bottle'. From dogs

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00:56:26

Integrative Vets Unite: Dr. Magda’s Holistic Journey...

My Dog Is Better Than Your Dog ·

2024/09/01

Description:In Part 1 of this enlightening conversation, we bring you the first half of a deep dive into the inspiring journey of Dr. Magda, a holistic veterinarian with a truly global perspective. Dr. Magda, who was born in Poland and grew up in Philadelphia, shares her unique path to becoming an integrative vet. Introduced to holistic medicine at a young age by her parents, she only came to appreciate its value later in life, which profoundly influenced her career choice. With a love for animals

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00:55:58

Epiosode 7: The Right Time: Spay and Neuter Insights...

My Dog Is Better Than Your Dog ·

2024/08/25

In today’s episode, I have the honor of speaking with Dr. Lynette Hart, Professor Emerita at the Department of Population Health and Reproduction at the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. With a career dedicated to exploring human-animal interactions and basic animal behavior studies, Dr. Hart, alongside Benjamin Hart, is wrapping up a groundbreaking 12-year research project. This extensive study investigates the effects of the age of neutering on joint diseases and cancers across 40 different

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