What if you could help your dog’s arthritis, your cat’s eye condition, or even a colicky horse—without a vet trip or a needle in sight? In this episode of Healing Tails, Dr. Ruth Roberts sits down with Donna Woods, co-founder and CEO of Photonic Health, to explore the power of red light therapy for pets.

From a life-changing first experience with a colicking horse to years of refining safe, easy-to-use devices, Donna shares the science, the success stories, and the surprising ways light therapy can fit into your holistic pet care toolkit.

Whether you’ve got a senior dog, a competition horse, or a curious kitten, you’ll discover why photonic therapy is more than a gadget—it’s a gateway to supporting your pet’s well-being at home.

📌 Bonus: Photonic Health is a proud sponsor of WholePetCon—your front-row seat to the best in holistic pet health education.

What You’ll Learn:

• How red light therapy stimulates healing from the inside out
• The difference between cold laser and Photonic Health’s medical-grade LED devices
• Why inflammation is the #1 target for photonic therapy
• Real-life success stories that will make you a “red light junkie” too
• How light therapy complements acupuncture, chiropractic, and other holistic modalities

Links & Resources:

• Learn more about Photonic Health: PhotonicHealth.com
• WholePetCon 2025 info: WholePetCon.com

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*DISCLAIMER: The purpose of this video is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a veterinarian, licensed nutritionist or other qualified professional. You‘re encouraged to do your own research and should not rely on this information as professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Dr. Ruth and her guests express their own opinions, experience and conclusions, and Dr. Ruth Roberts neither endorses or opposes any particular views discussed here. 🐾 FIND a Holistic Vet ► https://www.ahvma.org/

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In this episode of Healing Tails, Dr. Ruth Roberts chats with Emily from Bernie's Best, the brand behind the gut-loving supplement, Bernie's Perfect Poop. They unpack why gut health is the unsung hero of pet wellness, what makes Bernie's different (hint: it’s the fiber AND the philosophy), and how even the pickiest pups can get back to tail-wagging health with a little digestive TLC. Whether your dog eats raw, kibble, or something in between, you'll walk away with a better understanding of how to support their health from the inside out.

What You’ll Learn:

• The origin story of Bernie's Best (spoiler: it started with a dog named Bernie!)
• Why gut health isn’t just a buzzword—it’s the foundation of true wellness
• The unique four-in-one formula of Bernie's Perfect Poop
• How fiber, prebiotics, probiotics, and enzymes can transform your dog’s digestion
• Why poop is a powerful clue to your pet’s health
• Tips for introducing fiber-rich supplements without the... explosions

Mentioned in this Episode:

• Bernie's Perfect Poop
• Bernie's University (new free education hub!)
• WholePetCon – September 13th in Kansas City! Proudly sponsored by Bernie's Best

Where to Learn More:

• Visit bernies.com for supplements, education, and customer support
• Follow @berniesbest on Instagram and TikTok
• Come meet us in person at WholePetCon! Info at wholepetcon.com

Get your tickets to WholePetCon: https://wholepetcon.com/

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*DISCLAIMER: The purpose of this video is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a veterinarian, licensed nutritionist or other qualified professional. You‘re encouraged to do your own research and should not rely on this information as professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Dr. Ruth and her guests express their own opinions, experience and conclusions, and Dr. Ruth Roberts neither endorses or opposes any particular views discussed here. 🐾 FIND a Holistic Vet ► https://www.ahvma.org/

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I’m thrilled to bring you this episode of Healing Tails, where we dive way beyond kibble and bowls and into the neuroscience of feeding. I chat with feeding pioneer Dr. Carol Smeja, creator of the Original Mine Pet Platter, about how mealtime dynamics shape digestion, behavior, and emotional well‑being in our pets. You'll hear how a seemingly simple shift in feeding method can revolutionize your pet’s health. We explore the science behind why dogs and cats need to engage with their food—how sensory perception, visual territory, smelling, and slower eating can reduce anxiety, improve nutrient absorption, and even rescue feeding‑averse pets. We also guide you through actionable steps to enrich mealtime, whether you're feeding one pet or many.

Dr. Carol Smeja, a trailblazer in pet nutrition science, emphasizes that "HOW you feed your pet is just as important as WHAT you feed them." With a PhD in psychology and sociology, she initially studied human eating behaviors, collaborating with U.S. and global food companies and government agencies to enhance public health. Her passion for animals inspired her to apply her expertise to understanding the eating behaviors of dogs and cats. Through ancestral research on wolves and wildcats, combined with animal observational studies in zoos and wildlife habitats, Dr. Smeja developed The Original mine Pet Platter. She shares her groundbreaking insights through conferences, podcasts, and consultations, empowering pet parents to improve their pets' health and wellbeing through mindful feeding practices.

• Mine Pet Platter – Learn more or locate your platter at minepetplatter.com discount code: DRRUTH as a 10% discount code

Get your tickets to WholePetCon: https://wholepetcon.com/

• Want more support? Visit 👉 https://drruthroberts.com/ to learn more
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• Pinterest: @drruthroberts

*DISCLAIMER: The purpose of this video is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a veterinarian, licensed nutritionist or other qualified professional. You‘re encouraged to do your own research and should not rely on this information as professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Dr. Ruth and her guests express their own opinions, experience and conclusions, and Dr. Ruth Roberts neither endorses or opposes any particular views discussed here. 🐾 FIND a Holistic Vet ► https://www.ahvma.org/

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