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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

28:30

When Is the Right Time to Say Goodbye?

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2026/04/22

Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is one of the hardest decisions any owner will ever face—and in this deeply honest episode of Off Leash with Dr. Pete, the conversation tackles that reality head-on.Dr. Pete opens up about the emotional weight of euthanasia, sharing thoughtful insights from years of experience along with compassionate, real-life stories (while respecting client privacy) that many listeners will find painfully relatable. The discussion explores common but difficult questions—like

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27:23

Canine Search and Rescue

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2026/04/15

In this episode of Off-Leash with Dr. Pete, we dive into the intense and fascinating world of canine search and rescue with special guest Beth, an experienced handler working on the front lines. From tracking lost hikers to locating critical evidence, these highly trained dogs are doing work most people never see—and the stories behind it are as gripping as they are eye-opening. We explore how search and rescue dogs are trained, the different types of tracking they perform, and the unique signals

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32:09

1% vs 30%: The Dog Health Problem No One Is Talking...

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2026/04/08

In this episode of Off Leash with Dr. Pete, we flip the script on how dog owners think about disease risk.For years, the conversation has been dominated by Parvo, Lyme disease, and heartworm—and for good reason. They’re serious, they’re scary, and they’ve been drilled into every dog owner’s mind. But what if those aren’t the biggest threats anymore? Dr. Pete breaks down the real numbers, putting these well-known diseases into perspective. When you zoom out, the data tells a surprising story:

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27:31

Unusual Cases & Vet Stories with Dr. Pete

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2026/04/01

In this episode, we kick things off with some lighthearted banter before diving into a series of real-life stories from Dr. Pete’s years in veterinary medicine. From a childhood memory involving a broken finger to a recent unusual case with a cat’s jaw, the conversation flows naturally into some of the more interesting and unexpected moments you only get from life in the exam room.We also touch on a case involving whipworms in dogs and explore some of the questions pet owners might not always

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31:12

From Taurine to Toxic Metals: Dog Food Questions...

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2026/03/25

This week on Off Leash with Dr. Pete, we embark on a deep-dive Q&A featuring Dr. Pete—covering some of the most important questions in canine nutrition and health.We kick things off with a discussion on taurine and its link to heart disease, including a shocking statistic about Dobermans and what owners should be paying attention to. Then, we break down hydrolyzed diets, what they actually mean, and how they’re used—along with a few truths about what dogs are really eating (even when owners

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31:41

Inside Canine Rehab: Helping Dogs Move & Recover with...

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2026/03/18

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Laurie McCauley to explore the world of canine rehabilitation, mobility, and overall wellness. From underwater treadmills to chiropractic care, Dr. McCauley shares her experience working with dogs across a wide range of conditions and lifestyles.We dive into the differences between rehab techniques like swimming vs. underwater treadmills, and when each approach makes the most sense. The conversation also gets into everyday challenges dog owners face - like

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27:34

Andrea Libretti; Changing Dog Futures

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2026/03/11

We are so happy to have Andrea Libretti back on with us to talk about the exciting things that MYOS is working on including a new way to give your dog a better life and longevity. Humans and animals alike struggle as they age in part due to muscle loss and MYOS has been hard at work to help give options to pet owners and humans alike with a revolutionary new supplement. Listen in to learn more about the future for our pets and ourselves! Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and

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29:21

Josh Lambo: Sidelines and Supplements

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2026/03/04

This week on Off Leash, Molly is joined by Josh Lambo who was a professional soccer player, the 9th most accurate NFL kicker of all time, and now animal performance enthusiast. Josh is doing some exciting work with his time, working on performance supplements for dogs and working on another venture involving horses. We talk with Josh about his crazy journey in professional sports and how it led him to his newfound passion in animal performance. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe

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35:15

A Trip Down Memory Lane

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2026/02/25

This week, Molly sits down with Dr. Pete to look back on what had changed and what has stayed constant during Dr. Pete’s career which spans 50 years of veterinary work! Would you believe the prices of work back then? Or even how things were done and what advancements have been made in the veterinary field. This is a fun look back on all Dr. Pete’s work and how far animal care has come. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review!

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25:33

Ongoing Care, Listener Questions Pt. 2

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2026/02/18

This week Dr. Pete is with Molly at VMX in Orlando answering some more of the questions we received from our podcast listeners. These questions pertain to lots of dog owners who may be asking themselves the same questions or in the very least as useful knowledge for dog care going forward. We discuss overweight dogs and how to help your dog find a healthier version of themselves, as well as probiotics and their benefits as well as what your dog actually needs. Then, has your lab had a lipoma? Does

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43:14

Tick & Heartworm 101

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2026/02/11

This week we’re sitting down with Dr. Pete to talk about something that affects almost every dog owner: Ticks and Heartworm. This may not become a large part of your dogs life if you follow your veterinarian’s advice about treating for these two things. If you don’t, your dog could be at risk of some major issues should they run into developments from these two things. Do you know how ticks become carriers of Lyme? Have you considered your dog’s risk of heartworm? WE talk about it all on this

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29:25

Love Your Dogs, Listener Questions

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2026/02/04

This week we sit down at the VMX in Orlando with Dr. Pete to answer some listener questions that you guys have emailed us! We go through a bunch of different topics including diet, paw licking and yeasty paws, as well as some complex situations involving some of our listeners dogs and how Dr. Pete would best take care of them going forward. If you have a question for us you can email it to us through our website and we will do our best to get to it! Thanks so much for listening and be sure to

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42:27

Lindsey Berg; Dogs In a Modern World

Off Leash with Dr. Pete ·

2026/01/28

This week Molly is joined by Lindsey Berg of Loc Dogs Training to go through some of the challenges our dogs face that we don’t normally consider: stresses of the modern world. We don’t really take the time to see how it can be difficult for our dogs to adapt to the modern lifestyle that we’re used to now. If you think back to what dog ownership looked like even 50 or 60 years ago, dogs spent a lot more time outside or in environments where they likely had more space than many dogs have now. Not to

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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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