128. Why Holistic Pet Medicine Is Under Threat: Hemp, Homeopathy & Your Dog’s Health with Dr. Michael Dym

As more pet parents turn to natural, holistic care, access to these options is becoming increasingly uncertain. In this episode of Your Natural Dog, Angela Ardolino sits down with holistic veterinarian Dr. Michael Dym to discuss why homeopathy, hemp, and other natural therapies are under growing pressure—and what that means for the future of pet health. With over 35 years of experience, Dr. Dym shares insights on chronic disease, the limitations of conventional care, and how supporting the body—not suppressing it—can change outcomes for our pets.Episode Recap:Angela introduces Dr. Michael Dym and they discuss the growing concern around threats to natural therapies like hemp and homeopathy, especially coinciding with a rise in chronic illness, immune dysfunction, and cancer in pets compared to decades ago. (00:08)Why natural remedies are often targeted—lack of patentability and low cost compared to pharmaceuticals, Angela and Dr. Dym discuss the control, fear-based messaging, and the difficulty pet parents face accessing honest information about naturally supporting their pet’s health. (04:31)The current regulatory pressure on hemp and homeopathy, and comparing whole-plant medicine vs isolated pharmaceutical compounds. (09:28)Discussion of pharmaceutical products with reported side effects and the role of awareness in challenging them, like the case of the suit against Librela for dogs. (12:16)Why some veterinarians resist new information—even when presented with real-world outcomes. (14:50)The concept that there is no “quick fix” for chronic conditions and why healing takes time, explaining Hering’s Law of Cure and how symptoms may shift or appear during true healing. (16:38)The role of diet, toxins, over-vaccination, and environmental stressors in long-term health decline, plus Angela highlights the importance of ingredient quality—even within “natural” or “holistic” products. (19:20)Discussion on how overuse or misuse of natural remedies can still cause harm, and the importance of working with knowledgeable, experienced holistic practitioners. (23:11)Explanation of “suppression” in conventional medicine, the connection between suppressed symptoms and deeper chronic conditions like organ disease or cancer, and why the body should be viewed as a whole system rather than isolated parts. (26:17)Instead of focusing on one symptom, Dr. Dym treats the whole animal—addressing root causes rather than just the issue at hand. While drugs like Apoquel and Cytopoint can offer quick relief, long-term health comes from supporting the body’s natural ability to heal. (34:50)Angela and Dr. Dym share real-life case stories of rapid improvements using homeopathy and full spectrum hemp extract. (37:43)Warning against the “poly-supplement” approach and overcomplicating pet care routines, “less is more” is the real holistic approach. (41:28)Episode Resources:Download Angela’s Resources, including her Pet Supplement Buying Checklist, and her guide to Synthetic Vitamins & Minerals to Avoid in Pet Foods & Supplements, plus more at AngelaArdolino.com/podcast-downloads Learn more about Dr. Michael DymFollow Dr. Dym on Facebook, and YouTubeHave a question about your pet that you want answered on the podcast? Email us at [email protected] Sign up for episode reminders and updates from Your Natural Dog with Angela ArdolinoVisit Angela Ardolino’s website for more holistic pet health education: www.AngelaArdolino.comFollow Your Natural Dog on Facebook and Instagram and if you want to see what Angela is up to, follow her on Facebook or join our CBD & Holistic Pet Advice Facebook Group.