In this episode of the Southend Dog Training Podcast, we sit down with Caroline — aka "The Love Mud Dog Lady" — to talk all things sobriety, social media, and staying real in the dog industry. 🐾

From alcohol addiction to viral videos, Caroline opens up about her 20-month sobriety journey, how lockdown fueled unhealthy habits, and how quitting drinking transformed her life as a mum, business owner, and dog groomer.

We dive into:

The pressures of social media and chasing viral content 🎯

The dark side of grooming trends and unethical dog treatment 🚫

Rising above haters, backlash, and gatekeeping in the industry 🙅‍♂️

Building a personal brand with purpose and staying true to your mission 💡

Why cockapoos and pugs aren’t the problem — it’s all about education and ethical care 🐶

The unspoken challenges of being a single parent, creator, and dog professional juggling it all 💪

If you’re a groomer, trainer, content creator — or just someone trying to live with purpose — this episode is packed with real talk, relatable stories, and loads of laughs.

🛎️ Don't forget to Like, Comment & Subscribe for more honest conversations about dogs, business, and life.

#Sobriety #DogGrooming #DogTraining #SocialMediaMentalHealth #LoveMud #SouthendDogTraining #Podcast

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🎙️ Southend Dog Training Podcast | Episode with Dr. Nick Thompson – The Holistic Vet

This week, Adam Spivey sits down with leading holistic veterinarian Dr. Nick Thompson for a jam-packed episode covering everything from raw feeding and behavior to neutering, vaccines, thyroid issues, and keeping dogs safe in summer heat. 💥🐶

If you're tired of the one-size-fits-all approach to dog care, this conversation is a must-listen. No topic is off-limits as Adam and Nick challenge conventional norms and dive deep into what really keeps dogs healthy – inside and out.

🔍 Key topics covered:

What is a holistic vet?

Raw feeding vs kibble – what's really best for your dog?

Why Nick compares kibble to "a good brand of cigarettes"

Common myths about raw food (salmonella, bones, balance, and more)

How diet impacts dog behavior and emotional wellbeing

The truth about annual vaccinations and titer testing

Neutering: why it’s not always the right choice

Heatstroke and keeping your dog cool in summer

How conventional medicine often only treats the “tip of the iceberg”

📌 Follow Dr. Nick Thompson:
Instagram: @holisticvetuk
Website: www.holisticvet.co.uk
Courses & Resources: www.holisticvet.shop
Billinghurst Institute: [Search for "Raw Conversations"]

📌 Follow Southend Dog Training:
Website, Courses, Raw Food & More: www.southenddogtraining.co.uk

🗣️ Got questions or thoughts on raw feeding, holistic health, or training? Drop them in the comments!

👍 Like, Subscribe, and Share if you believe dogs deserve better than the status quo.

#HolisticVet #DogTraining #RawFeeding #SouthendDogTraining #AdamSpivey #NickThompson #DogHealth #DogNutrition #KibbleVsRaw #DogBehavior #VeterinaryMedicine #PetCare #HeatstrokeInDogs

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