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Off Leash with Dr. Pete

Off Leash Podcast

Presented by Voyager Dog Food Co. Dr. Pete Vanvranken gives us a deep dive into dog related health topics. From how to help your dog if they’ve eaten something they shouldn’t have to new and exciting treatments for your best friends, we cover many different dog related topics on the Off Leash Podcast. As a vet of 49 years, Dr. Pete has what he calls “the privilege and duty” to help animals lead their best lives. Ask him his favorite part of the job and he’ll tell you it’s two-fold - partnering with

kids & family pets & animals

All Episodes

51:09

Internet Dog Myths

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2026/01/07

Been doing any late night scrolling on the internet? We have! And we’ve come across countless videos of people giving advice about what is or isn’t going on with your dogs. Everything from food toppers to holistic herbal teas. So we decided it would be good to save a few of these and get Dr. Pete to sit down and listen in to debunk the fakes and provide support for the folks out there giving real solid advice. Please listen along to learn what you should actually be watching while you scroll through

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35:38

BIG NEWS; A Win For Dogs

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2025/12/31

We are back this week with incredible news about a groundbreaking study that we’ve been grateful to be a part of working on for a few years. We’ve been working alongside some incredible people to help shape the future for dogs and dog owners when it comes to the food we give our best friends. A peer reviewed study has been published in the AVMA concerning copper storage in dogs. This was a project headed by Sharon Center and our own Pete Vanvranken along with collaboration and assistance from many

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23:38

Pain Management

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2025/12/26

Happy Holidays to all of our listeners! This week we wanted to discuss a topic that impacts almost every pet and pet owner and that is pain that your animals may be dealing with at some point in their lives. If you’ve had a pet go through difficult struggles with pain it can be terrible to watch them struggle. In this times we wanted to give them something to make it feel better and often times people think they can simply give human drugs to their pets. It is important that you don’t! We talk about

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35:39

Veterinary Burnout

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2025/12/17

This week we sat down with Dr. Pete to talk about a topic that lots of veterinarians have had to deal with throughout their career: veterinary burnout. Just like doctors and nurses, having burnout as a veterinarian is extremely common with how fast paced a day can be as a veterinarian or vet technician at a clinic. Your day can take a turn quickly depending on what types of cases you have in and out each hour. Lots of people experience burnout and this podcast gives you a look into what a normal day

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39:27

Nutraceuticals & Managing At Home

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2025/12/10

This week we wanted to touch on a topic that’s becoming increasingly popular in the US for people’s pets: Nutraceuticals! Dr. Pete joins Molly to discuss there these non traditional methods of treatment may actually be a huge benefit to your dogs and cats and their overall wellbeing. Have you tried any at home management that has been super successful? We’d love to hear from you! Send us a message on the Voyager Instagram and let us know what you’ve done and what worked vs what didn’t. In this

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29:23

Crazy Stories From the Vet Clinic

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2025/12/03

This week we sit down with Dr. Pete to relive some of the wildest stories he can remember. from being seduced on a visit to see a horse to dogs eating trays full of pot brownies, this episode is full of hilarious and wild moments from a local Michigan veterinary clinic. If you can imagine, these stories seem to never end and probably won’t for as long as humans are caring for animals as a part of their daily lives. You won’t want to miss this one! Thanks so much for listening and be sure to

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24:30

Do You Know Dog Breeds?

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2025/11/26

This week we’re in studio with some awesome topics surrounding dog breeds. After putting out a clip on social channels talking about which dog breeds are the worst to own, we got a lot of comments challenging our takes and also asking questions about other breeds. We thought it would be a great chance to go through a few of those things with Dr. Pete. We talk about golden retrievers, chihuahuas, labradoodles and some other very common breeds and discuss their pros and cons. We also talk about where

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48:45

Linda Milanesi; Assistance Dogs

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2025/11/19

This week we had the pleasure of sitting down with Linda Milanesi, CEO of Assistance Dogs of the West, to learn more about assistance dogs and the role they play in everyday life for some people. Assistance dogs have been a part of life for a long time in society, and here in the United States, we’re utilizing these incredible dogs in more ways every day. It is likely that someone you know or have seen around uses a service dog on a daily basis and the difference they make is noticeable for everyone

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34:07

What’s Killing Our Dogs?

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2025/11/12

This week Dr. Pete and Molly are in studio talking about a difficult topic, what is actually killing our dogs? We review some of the things that people consider to be common issues for dogs like Parvo and Heartworm and we reveal what we are seeing more commonly than these things by a long shot. We discuss how dogs are being diagnosed and treated and what the best practices are in terms of care for your dogs. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!

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22:46

Separation Anxiety

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2025/11/05

This week on the podcast we sit down to discuss a topic that many people have experienced with their dogs and other pets: Separation Anxiety. Have you had a dog that just freaks out when you leave? Maybe they get into things that they shouldn’t, maybe they bark the entire time you’re gone or who knows what else. If you’ve dealt with this, you know it can be a huge hurdle. Today we discuss some different ways to try combatting the issue. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and

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37:39

Lindsey Berg; Dog Training 101

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2025/10/29

This week we’re back with one of our favorite guests, Lindsey Berg. Lindsey is a dog trainer extraordinaire and she’s here to help answer some of our listener questions on dog training and how to handle all types of different situations with your dog. We talk about how to control accidents in the house, when to be firm and keep the rules you have or haven’t set for your dog and lots of other very common dog owner questions. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!

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76:43

When Dogs Don’t Play Nice

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2025/10/22

This week we sit down with Susan Chinchillo and Lindsey Berg to talk about an extremely important topic that many dog owners never really consider: what happens when dogs don’t play nice with each other or humans? Susan shares a chilling story about an experience she had with a rescue dog named Fred. When dogs fight do you know how to intervene? This can be an extremely scary and disturbing scenario. Listen in to this podcast to learn more about how to be proactive and reactive. Thanks so much for

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34:40

Alex Langbell; Bird Dog Problem Solving

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2025/10/15

This week on the Off Leash Podcast, Molly is joined by founder of GunDog Outdoors and bird hunting legend, Alex Langbell. Alex has had a vast array of experiences with dogs including working extensively with and around top tier hunting dogs, as well as treating injured dogs for many years now through multiple career endeavors. He leaned on these experiences when he created his first product for GunDog Outdoors and he still relies on those continued experiences today. Alex has a genuine love and care

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37:12

Elderly Dog Care

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2025/10/08

This week on the podcast Molly sits down with Dr. Pete to discuss how we should best care for our elderly dogs. As dogs get older, just like people we begin to notice small issues and things that pop up that may be cause for concern. If you’re wondering what you should do or how you can help your dog it’s important to stay, vigilant about changes to their daily habits. We discuss some of the things that older dogs face and how to be best prepared to help your dog tackle those issues head on. Thanks

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24:04

Proof is in the Pudding

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2025/10/01

This week Dr. Pete and Molly sit down to help you make sense of all the different food and food allergy advice you will receive about your dogs. From your vet to nutritionists and online video ads, it’s hard to figure out exactly what’s going on and who to trust. We break down the ins and outs of what is actually causing your dog issues and how to diagnose it. Plus who to listen to and how to go about a successful process proving yourself and your vet right or wrong. Thanks so much for listening and

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25:36

What’s Going On with My Dog?

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2025/09/24

This week we talk about a range of different topics involving the treatment of dogs for different concerns that may be going on with them. We see lots of dogs come in with bowel concerns like continued diarrhea and it can be difficult to diagnose the exact issue depending on how much information we have. The best thing you can do is have a complete report of your dog including their habits, behavior and diet. It’s important to consider what is happening with your dog on a daily basis. Staying

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64:41

Lindsey Berg; Puppy Training

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2025/09/17

We’re back with our friend, Lindsey Berg talking about puppy training! Lindsey is a respected dog trainer in Michigan and we always love talking with her about dog topics. This week we wanted to cover some of the ins and outs of training your new puppy. We’ve all been there wondering how to wrangle in this little thing we weren’t prepared for. If you’ve had a puppy this will bring back so many memories and if you’re considering getting a dog, this will be extremely helpful information! Thanks so

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32:33

The Right Way to Adopt a Dog

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2025/09/10

This week we sit down with dog trainer Lindsey Berg to talk about the ins and outs of adopting a dog. Many people make crucial mistakes when adopting dogs and find themselves in difficult situations where the dogs may not be integrating quite as easily as they may have hoped. When you bring a new dog into the family, it can be a big change not only for you but also for the dog. We hear from Lindsey about the best way to find themselves right fit and ease everyone into their new situation. Thanks so

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22:31

Poop Talk

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2025/09/03

Dr. Pete and Molly are back in studio together! This week we’re exploring a not so nice topic, your dog’s poop! We talk about some of the ins and outs of poop and how we can learn about your dog through its fecal matter. We also discuss issues you may have seen or run into and what the best way to deal with some of those problems may be. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!

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21:22

Listener Questions!

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2025/08/27

This week Dr. Pete is back in the studio with Molly to answer more listener questions for you, our listeners! We talk about texting dogs for copper storage, what food to feed your puppy and a bunch of other questions regarding dog food. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review! If you want to submit a question, please visit our website!

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