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  • Ep. 79: Integrative, Holistic, & Concierge House Call Vet Love; Meet Rosemarie Niznik, DVM, CVA, CVFT, CVTP, CVBMA, CVSMT

    Ep. 79: Integrative, Holistic, & Concierge House Call Vet Love; Meet Rosemarie Niznik, DVM, CVA, CVFT, CVTP, CVBMA, CVSMT
    Aug 26 2025
    Dr. Rosemarie Niznik is the founder of Harmony Rose Animal Wellness, a holistic house call practice serving Wisconsin and Illinois. A graduate of the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, she began her career in small animal practice before shifting her focus to integrative medicine after experiencing the benefits of acupuncture and chiropractic care firsthand. She is certified in Veterinary Acupuncture, Food Therapy, Tui-na, and Veterinary Spinal Manipulation Therapy, and continues advanced studies at Chi University. Dr. Niznik has served as president of both the Chicago Veterinary Medical Association and the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association and now represents AHVMA in the AVMA House of Delegates. When she’s not caring for patients, she enjoys skiing in the winter, traveling in the summer, and spending time with her husband, Chip, her Bernese Mountain Dog, Arabella, and her rescued cat, Willa. Topics covered in this episode: Dr. Niznick's journey to Holistic Veterinary MedicineAdapting to challenges in veterinary practiceThe benefits of acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Veterinary MedicineConcierge veterinary practice insightsHolistic integrative care & herbal teas2025 House Call & Mobile Vet Virtual Conference experiences & feedbackConcierge Vet Mastermind course Links & Resources: Visit the Niznik Veterinary Relief Services website to learn moreVisit the Harmony Rose Animal Wellness website to learn more Find Rosemarie on InstagramFind Rosemarie on LinkedIn The House Call Vet Academy Resources: Download Dr. Eve’s FREE House Call & Mobile Vet Biz PlanFind out about the House Call Vet Academy online CE courseLearn more about Dr. Eve HarrisonLearn more about the Concierge Vet MastermindGet your FREE Concierge Vet Starter Kit mini courseLearn more about SoulShine Space For Vets. Use discount code SHINE15 for 15% OFF SoulShine Space For Vets! (Available for a limited time only! Rules and restrictions apply.)Learn more about 1-to-1 coaching for current & prospective house call & mobile vetsGet House Call Vet swagLearn more about the House Call & Mobile Vet Virtual ConferenceRegister TODAY for the House Call & Mobile Vet Virtual Conference, February 7th-8th, 2026!!!!!!Here’s a special gift from me as a huge thank you for being a part of our wonderful House Call Vet Cafe podcast community! ☕️ GET 20% OFF your Four Sigmatic Mushroom Coffee when you order through this link! 4Sig truly is my favorite!!! Enjoy it in good health, my friends! Music: In loving memory of Dr. Steve Weinberg. Intro and outro guitar music was written, performed, and recorded by house call veterinarian Dr. Steve Weinberg. Thank you to our sponsors! Chronos O3 Vets This podcast is also available in video on our House Call Vet Cafe YouTube channel
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    42 m
  • Ep. 78: Lifting Up Not Putting Down™: Anticipatory Grief, Spirituality, & IHE; Meet Nancy Gordon, LCSW

    Ep. 78: Lifting Up Not Putting Down™: Anticipatory Grief, Spirituality, & IHE; Meet Nancy Gordon, LCSW
    Aug 12 2025
    Nancy M. Gordon, LCSW, is a grief expert, licensed therapist, consultant, #1 international best-selling author, speaker, and engaging podcast guest. Her new book, I Miss You Already: Preparing for the Unbearable Loss of Your Pet©, is a teaching memoir on anticipatory pet grief. Her private practice includes direct client coaching, speaking/podcasting, and a loss and grief training/consulting business with other animal care practitioners, especially veterinarians. Her mission is to make a difference in how loss and grief, especially pet loss, are perceived, understood, navigated, and supported through her unique methodologies. Topics covered in this episode: Nancy’s journey through anticipatory pet loss and griefHonoring the pet loss journeyUnderstanding anticipatory griefDisenfranchised grief in veterinary medicineNavigating emotional support for clientsThe role of Spirituality in griefTransforming grief into growth Links & Resources: Visit the Grow Beyond Grief website to learn morePledge to the I Miss You Already Kickstarter project Find Nancy Gordon on Instagram or through LinktreeFind Nancy Gordon on LinkedIn Watch the documentary, The Weight They Carry The House Call Vet Academy Resources: Download Dr. Eve’s FREE House Call & Mobile Vet Biz PlanFind out about the House Call Vet Academy online CE courseLearn more about Dr. Eve HarrisonLearn more about the Concierge Vet MastermindGet your FREE Concierge Vet Starter Kit mini courseLearn more about SoulShine Space For Vets. Use discount code SHINE15 for 15% OFF SoulShine Space For Vets! (Available for a limited time only! Rules and restrictions apply.)Learn more about 1-to-1 coaching for current & prospective house call & mobile vetsGet House Call Vet swagLearn more about the House Call & Mobile Vet Virtual ConferenceRegister TODAY for the House Call & Mobile Vet Virtual Conference, February 7th-8th, 2026!!!!!!Here’s a special gift from me as a huge thank you for being a part of our wonderful House Call Vet Cafe podcast community! ☕️ GET 20% OFF your Four Sigmatic Mushroom Coffee when you order through this link! 4Sig truly is my favorite!!! Enjoy it in good health, my friends! Music: In loving memory of Dr. Steve Weinberg. Intro and outro guitar music was written, performed, and recorded by house call veterinarian Dr. Steve Weinberg. Thank you to our sponsors! Chronos O3 Vets This podcast is also available in video on our House Call Vet Cafe YouTube channel
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  • Ep. 77: Part 2: Be The Lobster: A Candid Convo with My Naturopathic Doctor; Meet Dr. Erica Zelfand

    Ep. 77: Part 2: Be The Lobster: A Candid Convo with My Naturopathic Doctor; Meet Dr. Erica Zelfand
    Jan 28 2025
    Dr. Erica Zelfand is the executive director of Right to Heal, a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating and empowering people around psychedelic healing and other life-saving techniques that conventional medicine has ignored. Dr. Zelfand’s training and skill set span the spectrum of both conventional and natural approaches. She treats people of all ages and stages of life, from newborns to those approaching the end of life. Areas of focus within her family practice include: autoimmunity, endocrinology, and integrative mental health. She is deeply committed to patient-centered, root-cause-oriented, nature-honoring approaches to healing. Dr. Zelfand is also a facilitator of therapeutic psycho-spiritual experiences, and regularly lectures on psychedelic science at medical institutions worldwide. She also trains practitioners in person and online, and is listed in the Portland Business Journal as a psilocybin trailblazer. Dr. Zelfand loves sharing her knowledge, her reverence for nature, and her zesty sense of humor with her colleagues, her patients and clients, and audiences of all sizes worldwide. She is also a fan of dark chocolate and group hugs. To learn more and connect, please visit www.DrZelfand.com. Topics covered in this episode: Leaving the conventional medical systemChallenges of running a private practiceSetting boundaries and working smarterInsight to help navigate the “friends and family” policyUnderstanding acid reflux & why so many in our community struggle with itAddressing antisemitism in the psychedelic community Links & Resources: Visit Right To Heal to learn more about one-on-one health consultations Visit Rise Up Journeys to learn more about retreats!Find Dr. Zelfand on FacebookFind Dr. Zelfand on Instagram The House Call Vet Academy Resources: Download Dr. Eve’s FREE House Call & Mobile Vet Biz Plan! Find out about The House Call Vet Academy online CE course Learn more about Dr. Eve Harrison Learn more about the Concierge Vet Mastermind!FREE Concierge Vet Starter Kit mini courseLearn more about SoulShine Space For Vets. Use discount code SHINE15 for 15% OFF SoulShine Space For Vets!Learn more about 1-to-1 coaching for current & prospective house call & mobile vets. Register TODAY for the House Call & Mobile Vet Virtual Conference, February 1st-2nd, 2025!!!!!! Music: In loving memory of Dr. Steve Weinberg. Intro and outro guitar music was written, performed, and recorded by house call veterinarian Dr. Steve Weinberg. Thank you to our sponsors! Chronos O3 Vets This podcast is also available in video on our House Call Vet Cafe YouTube channel
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  • Ep. 76: Part 1: Just Because It’s Common Doesn’t Mean It’s Normal: Integrative Mental Health, Life Force, & Psychedelics; Meet Dr. Erica Zelfand

    Ep. 76: Part 1: Just Because It’s Common Doesn’t Mean It’s Normal: Integrative Mental Health, Life Force, & Psychedelics; Meet Dr. Erica Zelfand
    Jan 15 2025
    Dr. Erica Zelfand is the executive director of Right to Heal, a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating and empowering people around psychedelic healing and other life-saving techniques that conventional medicine has ignored. Dr. Zelfand’s training and skill set span the spectrum of both conventional and natural approaches. She treats people of all ages and stages of life, from newborns to those approaching the end of life. Areas of focus within her family practice include: autoimmunity, endocrinology, and integrative mental health. She is deeply committed to patient-centered, root-cause-oriented, nature-honoring approaches to healing. Dr. Zelfand is also a facilitator of therapeutic psycho-spiritual experiences, and regularly lectures on psychedelic science at medical institutions worldwide. She also trains practitioners in person and online, and is listed in the Portland Business Journal as a psilocybin trailblazer. Dr. Zelfand loves sharing her knowledge, her reverence for nature, and her zesty sense of humor with her colleagues, her patients and clients, and audiences of all sizes worldwide. She is also a fan of dark chocolate and group hugs. To learn more and connect, please visit www.DrZelfand.com. Topics covered in this episode: Dr. Zelfand’s inspiring journey into integrative mental healthExploring integrative mental health philosophyThe mental health crisis in the veterinary fieldThe connection between depression and inflammationUnpacking the "Illusion of Healing Responsibility"Depression, psychedelics, and pathways to recoveryChallenges within the healthcare system, both human & veterinary Links & Resources: Visit Right To Heal to learn more about mentorship calls for fellow practitionersVisit Right To Heal to learn more about one-on-one health consultations Visit Rise Up Journeys to learn more about retreats!Find Dr. Zelfand on FacebookFind Dr. Zelfand on Instagram The House Call Vet Academy Resources: Download Dr. Eve’s FREE House Call & Mobile Vet Biz Plan! Find out about The House Call Vet Academy online CE course Learn more about Dr. Eve Harrison Learn more about the Concierge Vet Mastermind!FREE Concierge Vet Starter Kit mini courseLearn more about SoulShine Space For Vets. Use discount code SHINE15 for 15% OFF SoulShine Space For Vets!Learn more about 1-to-1 coaching for current & prospective house call & mobile vets. Register TODAY for the House Call & Mobile Vet Virtual Conference, February 1st-2nd, 2025!!!!!! Music: In loving memory of Dr. Steve Weinberg. Intro and outro guitar music was written, performed, and recorded by house call veterinarian Dr. Steve Weinberg. Thank you to our sponsors! Chronos O3 Vets This podcast is also available in video on our House Call Vet Cafe YouTube channel
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  • Ep. 75: Beyond Words: Frequency, Vibration, & Animals In The Home; Meet Janet Marlow of Pet Acoustics

    Ep. 75: Beyond Words: Frequency, Vibration, & Animals In The Home; Meet Janet Marlow of Pet Acoustics
    Dec 24 2024

    Janet Marlow is the Founder and CEO of Pet Acoustics, a pioneering company that develops music and sound solutions tailored to the auditory sensitivities of animals. With decades of expertise in sound frequency and animal behavior, she has created innovative products to enhance the well-being of pets, including dogs, cats, horses, and birds. Janet’s groundbreaking research has been featured globally, earning her recognition as a leader in animal wellness. Her products, like Pet Tunes, are used by pet owners, shelters, and veterinary facilities to reduce stress and create calming environments. Passionate about enriching animals' lives, Janet continues advancing her mission of harmony between humans and their pets through sound.

    Topics covered in this episode:

    • Meet Janet Marlow: Founder of Pet Acoustics
    • The science behind Pet Acoustics
    • Janet's journey through music
    • Understanding animal hearing and behavior
    • The power of music for animals and their humans
    • Practical applications of music in veterinary care

    Links & Resources:

    • Visit Pet Acoustics to learn more and use the code “VET” for a 15% discount on any product on the website
    • Find Pet Acoustics on Facebook
    • Find Pet Acoustics on Instagram
    • Find Pet Acoustics on YouTube

    The House Call Vet Academy Resources:

    • Download Dr. Eve’s FREE House Call & Mobile Vet Biz Plan!
    • Find out about The House Call Vet Academy online CE course
    • Learn more about Dr. Eve Harrison
    • Learn more about the Concierge Vet Mastermind!
    • FREE Concierge Vet Starter Kit mini course
    • Learn more about SoulShine Space For Vets. Use discount code SHINE15 for 15% OFF SoulShine Space For Vets!
    • Learn more about 1-to-1 coaching for current & prospective house call & mobile vets.
    • Register TODAY for the House Call & Mobile Vet Virtual Conference, February 1st-2nd, 2025!!!!!!

    Music:

    In loving memory of Dr. Steve Weinberg.

    Intro and outro guitar music was written, performed, and recorded by house call veterinarian Dr. Steve Weinberg.

    Thank you to our sponsors!

    • Chronos
    • O3 Vets

    This podcast is also available in video on our House Call Vet Cafe YouTube channel

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    55 m
  • Ep. 74: "Friends Don't Let Friends Get Male Goats!"; Meet Dr. Gabrielle Wimmer

    Ep. 74: "Friends Don't Let Friends Get Male Goats!"; Meet Dr. Gabrielle Wimmer
    Dec 10 2024

    Dr. Gabrielle Wimmer has been an Upstate New Yorker for her whole life; born and raised in Central NY, went to undergrad at Houghton College in Western New York, Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine(c/o 2022) in the Finger Lakes, and now practices in the Mohawk Valley. She knew she wanted to be a veterinarian from a young age, and always loved farm animals. She now sees a variety of species (ie cattle: dairy and beef, horses, sheep, goats, ducks, chickens, llamas, alpacas, pigs, deer, etc) as an associate at a pretty traditional mixed farm animal ambulatory practice, working in both production and pet settings (also does some small animal spay/neuter relief on the side and small animal at home euthanasia). She enjoys living in a quiet rural area with her husband and their three cats: Merry, Lucy, and Tumnus.

    Topics covered in this episode:

    • Dr. Gabrielle's journey to mobile veterinary medicine
    • The challenges & rewards of ambulatory practice
    • Resources for small ruminant medicine
    • Common goat health issues
    • Medication regulations for livestock
    • In-home end-of-life care

    Links & Resources:

    • Visit the Food Animal Residue Avoidance Databank (FARAD) website at http://www.farad.org
    • Learn more about the Animal Medicinal Drug Use Clarification Act of 1994 (AMDUCA)
    • Purchase "Goat Medicine”, by Mary C. Smith et al.

    The House Call Vet Academy Resources:

    • Download Dr. Eve’s FREE House Call & Mobile Vet Biz Plan!
    • Find out about The House Call Vet Academy online CE course
    • Learn more about Dr. Eve Harrison
    • Learn more about the Concierge Vet Mastermind!
    • FREE Concierge Vet Starter Kit mini course
    • Learn more about SoulShine Space For Vets. Use discount code SHINE15 for 15% OFF SoulShine Space For Vets!
    • Learn more about 1-to-1 coaching for current & prospective house call & mobile vets.
    • Register TODAY for the House Call & Mobile Vet Virtual Conference, February 1st-2nd, 2025!!!!!!

    Music:

    In loving memory of Dr. Steve Weinberg.

    Intro and outro guitar music was written, performed, and recorded by house call veterinarian Dr. Steve Weinberg.

    Thank you to our sponsors!

    • Chronos
    • O3 Vets

    This podcast is also available in video on our House Call Vet Cafe YouTube channel

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    51 m
  • Ep. 73: A Hooman House Call Vet, A Creator, & A Connector; Meet Dr. Maryal Concepcion

    Ep. 73: A Hooman House Call Vet, A Creator, & A Connector; Meet Dr. Maryal Concepcion
    Nov 26 2024

    A Sacramento native, Dr. Maryal Concepcion (she/her) MD FAAFP is a Filipinx creator and connector. She is a mom to two young boys and married to a fellow rural family physician. She is the founder and host of the podcast, My DPC Story, and features direct care physicians. In September of 2021, she opened Big Trees, MD, the first Direct Primary Care in Arnold, a rural town of 4,000 in the Stanislaus National Forest, located in Northern California. Her clinic was created as a micro practice telemedicine and home visit model and, after overhead was met, she branched out into renting a brick-and-mortar space for her DPC.

    Topics covered in this episode:

    • Dr. Concepcion's journey to becoming a Direct Primary Care doctor
    • Overcoming limiting beliefs
    • Understanding different medical models
    • The benefits of direct primary care in both the human & veterinary world
    • Challenges the status quo in medicine
    • Embracing autonomy in medicine

    Links & Resources:

    • Visit Maryal Concepcion’s website to learn more
    • Find Dr. Maryal on Instagram
    • Find Dr. Maryal on Facebook
    • Find Dr. Maryal on LinkedIn
    • Find Dr. Maryal on YouTube

    The House Call Vet Academy Resources:

    • Download Dr. Eve’s FREE House Call & Mobile Vet Biz Plan!
    • Find out about The House Call Vet Academy online CE course
    • Learn more about Dr. Eve Harrison
    • Learn more about the Concierge Vet Mastermind!
    • FREE Concierge Vet Starter Kit mini course
    • Learn more about SoulShine Space For Vets. Use discount code SHINE15 for 15% OFF SoulShine Space For Vets!
    • Learn more about 1-to-1 coaching for current & prospective house call & mobile vets.
    • Learn more about the House Call & Mobile Vet Virtual Conference

    Music:

    In loving memory of Dr. Steve Weinberg.

    Intro and outro guitar music was written, performed, and recorded by house call veterinarian Dr. Steve Weinberg.

    Thank you to our sponsors!

    • Chronos
    • O3 Vets


    This podcast is also available in video on our     House Call Vet Cafe YouTube channel
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    1 h y 5 m
  • Ep. 72: Diffusing “Balance” Essential Oil In The Car: Integrative House Calls In Nashville, Intention, Aromatherapy, Sound Healing, Beekeeping, Plant Medicine, & Inspiration; Meet Dr. Arielle Walton

    Ep. 72: Diffusing “Balance” Essential Oil In The Car: Integrative House Calls In Nashville, Intention, Aromatherapy, Sound Healing, Beekeeping, Plant Medicine, & Inspiration; Meet Dr. Arielle Walton
    Nov 5 2024
    Dr. Arielle Walton, a Nashville-based veterinarian originally from Atlanta, GA, is a 2012 graduate of Tuskegee University School of Veterinary Medicine. During her studies, she developed a passion for traditional Chinese veterinary medicine (TCVM), particularly acupuncture, and became a certified veterinary acupuncturist under the guidance of Dr. Xie from the Chi Institute. In 2019, she opened House Paws Acupuncture, a mobile veterinary practice in Nashville. Dr. Arielle is passionate about integrative medicine, combining TCVM and conventional approaches to improve patient outcomes. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling with her husband, caring for their three dogs, and exploring hobbies such as beekeeping and plant medicine for her family. Topics covered in this episode: Dr. Arielle’s journey into veterinary acupunctureIntegrative medicine and home visitsCreating a healing environment for your patients, clients, and yourselfMusic and healing frequenciesBeekeeping and plant medicineHerbal remedies and essential oils Links & Resources: Visit House Paws Acupuncture of Nashville to learn more about Dr. ArielleFind Dr. Arielle on Instagram Here are some playlists & songs From Dr. Eve: Humming, Chanting, & Singing Along (for Vagus Nerve toning) Solfeggio Healing Frequencies MT 963 Hz-Return to Oneness963 Hz Returning to OnenessEve’s Solfeggio grounding playlist The House Call Vet Academy Resources: Download Dr. Eve’s FREE House Call & Mobile Vet Biz Plan! Find out about The House Call Vet Academy online CE course Learn more about Dr. Eve Harrison Learn more about the Concierge Vet Mastermind!FREE Concierge Vet Starter Kit mini courseLearn more about SoulShine Space For Vets. Use discount code SHINE15 for 15% OFF SoulShine Space For Vets!Learn more about 1-to-1 coaching for current & prospective house call & mobile vets. Register TODAY for the House Call & Mobile Vet Virtual Conference, February 1st-2nd, 2025!!!!!! Music: In loving memory of Dr. Steve Weinberg. Intro and outro guitar music was written, performed, and recorded by house call veterinarian Dr. Steve Weinberg. Thank you to our sponsors! Chronos O3 Vets This podcast is also available in video on our House Call Vet Cafe YouTube channel
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    1 h y 9 m