S4E08 - Health & Wellness As A Dog Owner

In this episode, Brittany is joined by special guest Melyssa Allen, a veterinary well-being coach, to delve into the intriguing world of health and wellness for both dog owners and their beloved pets. Melyssa brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, shedding light on the interconnectedness of human and canine well-being, especially in the context of a pandemic. As the conversation unfolds, Melyssa shares fascinating statistics about the positive impact of pet ownership on our health. From increased physical activity to enhanced mental well-being, owning a dog can be a powerful catalyst for improving our overall quality of life. Brittany and Melyssa discuss the importance of consistency in training habits for dogs and humans alike, drawing parallels between habit formation and the behaviors we cultivate in our furry companions. They also explore the concept of who's training who, highlighting the inadvertent habits we pass on to our dogs and the valuable lessons we can learn from their more present-oriented lifestyle. The conversation wraps up with Melyssa sharing some insights into her work and where listeners can connect with her online. Don't miss this enlightening episode that uncovers the symbiotic relationship between human and canine health and the impact of habits on our well-being. Whether you're a pet owner, a veterinary professional, or simply a dog enthusiast, there's something valuable in store for you. About Melyssa Allen Melyssa Allen is a double board-certified lifestyle medicine professional and health/wellness coach. Driven by a background that spans biology, clinical psychology, and animal training, Melyssa is known for her expertise to coach sustainable changes in mindset, lifestyle, and behavior. Author and podcast host of Healthy Living Doesn't Have to SUCK, Melyssa helps individuals, teams, and communities achieve total lifestyle transformations through her business, Melyssa with a WHY. She also specializes in supporting veterinary professionals through her second business, Veterinary Well-Being Buddy, to care for the dedicated humans that care for our pets. ------------------------------------------------- Follow Melyssa Allen: ⁠Melyssa With A WHY Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mind Body Thrive Lifestyle Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow On Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow On Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Follow On Youtube⁠ Email: [email protected] Grab a copy of Melyssa's book here! ------------------------------------------------- Use codes CANINE10 for 10% Off your CBD order on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.truesevencbd.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. $1 from your purchase  will be donated to Papillon Pals Rescue! ------------------------------------------------- Give the episode a listen on your favorite podcast platform and let us know what you think!. Now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, and Pocket Casts. As always, the topics discussed are for informational purposes only and if you have specific questions about your pets, please contact your local veterinarian. ------------------------------------------------- Find Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Canine Culture Podcast Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Tik-Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Follow Us on Youtube⁠ Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review! If you have any questions or recommendations, please email [email protected].