FETCH First Friday: When Holistic Becomes Harmful - The Shadow Side of Conscious Dog Care

Welcome to this month’s FETCH First Friday!
In this episode, we open a heartfelt and necessary conversation about something we don’t talk about enough in the holistic pet care world: the shadow side.

From guilt, fear, and perfectionism to the pressure of influencer culture and black-and-white thinking, we explore the subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) ways that holistic care can start to feel overwhelming—or even harmful.

Together, we explore:


🌿 The emotional toll of trying to “get it all right”


🌿 Why feeding fresh food doesn’t guarantee perfect health


🌿 How influencer marketing can distort our intuition


🌿 The harm in vet-bashing and echo chambers


🌿 The importance of discernment, nuance, and nervous system regulation


🌿 What it really means to walk a soul-led, conscious path with your dog

This conversation is full of compassion and honesty. It’s not about shame—it’s about coming home to your own inner wisdom and reconnecting with what truly matters: relationship, not perfection.

We also share exciting resources to support you, including:

🆕 Free Download – Bridging the Gap: Confident Vet Conversations for Holistic Dog Guardians
A practical, soul-nourishing guide to help you advocate for your dog, ask the right questions, and feel more confident navigating vet visits—no matter your path.
📥 Download it in the FETCH Starter Pack at https://learnfetch.com

🌞 New! FETCH Summer Almanac – A seasonal guide inspired by Traditional Chinese Medicine to help you and your dog move through summer with rhythm, ease, and joy. Just £7!
✨ Available now in the FETCH shop.

🐾 The 81 Percent Campaign – Join us as we raise awareness about the impact of chemical flea and tick treatments on our dogs and the environment.
We’re advocating for informed, empowered choices—and we’d love for you to be part of this movement. More at https://learnfetch.com✨

Don’t forget to join the conversation in our free Facebook group: FETCH First Light https://facebook.com/groups/fetchfirstlight

Thank you for being here. You’re not alone on this path.—
📩 Questions or feedback? Reach us at [e-mail] or DM us on Instagram https://instagram.com/learn.fetch