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The Alternative Dog Moms
by Kimberly Gauthier (Raw Feeder Life) and Erin Scott (Believe in Dog)
Two content creators chatting about what's happening in the fresh food community and pet industry. Kimberly Gauthier, of Instagram pages Raw Feeder Life and Plants Dogs & Prayer, joins Erin Scott of the podcast Believe in Dog each week to share their thoughts on what's happening on social media and in the news. Join us each week to hear our thoughts and share your own.
Episodes
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From Fresh Feeding to Real Dog Food: Ruby Balaram on Rethinking How We Feed Dogs
Send us Fan Mail Ruby Balaram, cofounder of Real.Dog and the Feed Real Institute, joins the Alternative Dog Moms to discuss developing Real Dog Food, introducing a new dog food (choosing proteins, nutrient density, AAFCO standards, including fur in fresh food recipes), lessons from 11 years in…
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Behind the Scenes at SuperZoo 2026: Products, People, Parties & Lessons Learned
Send us Fan Mail What really happens behind the scenes at SuperZoo 2026? In this episode of The Alternative Dog Moms Podcast, we recap our first SuperZoo experience as exhibitors with Real Mushrooms instead of content creators walking the showroom floor. We share what goes into booth setup, the...
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Hot Topics: Dog Mom Summer, Senior Dog Updates, Hill’s Fresh Food & DCM Lawsuit News
Send us Fan Mail It’s officially Dog Mom Summer, and Kimberly and Erin are catching up on senior dogs, pet food industry news, raw feeding, and the questionable conversations happening online. They begin with updates on their senior dogs and share encouraging news about KetoPet Naturals’ lawsuit...
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Integrative Veterinary Oncology with Dr. Kendra Pope: Cancer Prevention, Nutrition & Proactive Dog Health
Send us Fan Mail Dr. Kendra Pope shares how integrative veterinary oncology can help pet parents take a proactive approach to canine cancer prevention. Learn about nutrition, at-home health testing, wellness, veterinary costs, and why caring for the whole dog matters. CHAPTERS: Navigating the...
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Canine Rehab, CCL Tears, and Senior Dog Mobility with Dr. Deb Torraca
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Alternative Dog Moms Podcast, Kimberly and Erin talk with Dr. Deb Torraca, a pioneer in canine rehabilitation, about helping dogs move better, age more comfortably, and recover from injuries with thoughtful support. Dr. Deb shares the biggest factors pet...
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Former NFL Linebacker Nathan Gerry on Raw Feeding, Dog Nutrition, and Building Rawly Raw Pet Food
Send us Fan Mail From NFL linebacker to raw feeding advocate. In this episode, we sit down with Nathan Gerry, former linebacker for the Philadelphia Eagles and founder of Rawly Raw Pet Food in South Dakota, to talk about how one dog changed everything. Nathan shares how raw feeding transformed…
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Tvati, Senior Pets & Choosing Where to Invest in Your Dog’s Wellness
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Alternative Dog Moms, we’re joined by Sean to learn the origin story behind Tvati and why this topical product has become part of so many pet wellness conversations. We discuss what animals have taught him about Tvati’s topical-systemic results, how pet...
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Hot Topics: Raw Feeding Myths, Grass Eating Dogs & Lamb Protein Yeast
Send us Fan Mail This week, we’re catching up on the dogs, discussing pet parent etiquette in public, and revisiting the raw feeding myths and misleading statistics making the rounds on social media. We also explore why dogs eat grass, share a veterinarian’s practical approach to pet food, and…
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Regenerative Farming, Soil Health & Nutrient-Dense Food for Dogs and People | Ramstead Ranch Story
Send us Fan Mail What does "regenerative agriculture" actually mean, and why should pet parents care? In this episode, we sit down with the team behind Ramstead Ranch to explore the connection between soil health, nutrient-dense food, sustainable farming, and the health of both people and pets.…
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Hot Topics: Raw Feeding Controversies, Lipoma Mushroom Claims & What “Balance” Really Means for Dogs
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Alternative Dog Moms Podcast, we dive into some of the hottest conversations happening in the fresh feeding community. We kick things off by discussing whether a raw food company is getting a fair shake on Reddit, along with a side conversation that…
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Hot Topics: Houseplants, Red Light Therapy Update, Microalgae in Pet Food, and Why HPP Food Smells Like Rotten Eggs
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Alternative Dog Moms Podcast, Kimberly shares life updates as a new plant mom, discusses recent experiences using AnimaSol red light therapy with her dogs, and dives into the growing conversation around microalgae in pet food and supplements. The episode…
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Raw Feeding for Dogs, Cats & Ferrets: Balance, Myths, and Getting Started with Mariah (Paws of Prey)
Send us Fan Mail We sit down with Mariah from Paws of Prey to break down raw feeding across dogs, cats, and ferrets. We cover balance, common myths, kibble toppers, whole foods vs synthetics, and how beginners can confidently get started. CHAPTERS: How Mariah from Paws of Prey got started…
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Hot Topics: Raw Feeding Week, Vet Costs, AnimaSol Torch Results & Dog Mom Life Update
Send us Fan Mail Celebrating another podcast anniversary, Kimberly and Erin share raw feeding insights, AnimaSol Torch experiences, rising vet care costs, and real-life dog mom updates. Tune in for honest conversation, fresh food talk, and a little TV chat too. CHAPTERS: Podcast Anniversary…
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REPLAY: Raw Feeding Made Simple with Dr. Ian Billinghurst & Rob Ryan (Gussy’s Gut)
Send us Fan Mail Discover how raw feeding started with Dr. Ian Billinghurst and why it doesn’t have to be complicated. In this episode, we cover raw meaty bones, balanced diets, and real-life benefits of Gussy’s Gut for canine gut health. Raw feeding origin stories (0:56) How Dr. Billinghurst...
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Gut Health, Raw Feeding, and Probiotics with Billy Hoekman (Green Juju Kitchen)
Send us Fan Mail We’re kicking off Season 5 of The Alternative Dog Moms with our annual deep dive featuring Billy Hoekman, Vice President of Nutrition & Formulation at Green Juju Kitchen… and let’s just say, this one is packed. From celebrating FOUR YEARS of the podcast to unpacking the nuances…
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Meat Fiber vs Plant Fiber for Dogs: Dr. Conor Brady on Gut Health, Probiotics & What Dogs Really Need
Send us Fan Mail What if everything you’ve been told about fiber, probiotics, and gut health in dogs is only part of the story? In this episode of The Alternative Dog Moms Podcast, we sit down with canine nutrition researcher and author Dr. Conor Brady to break down the difference between meat...
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Red Light Therapy for Dogs: Benefits, Safety Tips, and How AnimaSol Devices Support Canine Health
Send us Fan Mail Can red light therapy improve your dog’s health? In this episode of The Alternative Dog Moms, we talk with Jackie from AnimaSol about how red light therapy works, how to choose a safe device, and what pet parents should know before using it with their dogs. We explore the science...
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Integrative Veterinary Medicine for Dogs: Dr. Richter on Longevity, Cannabis & Acupressure
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Alternative Dog Moms Podcast, Dr. Richter shares his journey into integrative veterinary medicine, a common-sense approach to dog nutrition, cannabis for pets, acupressure you can do at home, and what really matters most for canine longevity. CHAPTERS: Dr....
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Raw Feeding without a Spreadsheet, Root Causes of Disease in Dogs, & Real Talk | Dr. Nick Thompson
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Alternative Dog Moms, holistic veterinarian Dr. Nick Thompson, President of the Raw Feeding Veterinary Society, the voice behind @HolisticVetUK, and co-host of the Raw Pet Medics podcast, joins us to talk about why nutrition is often the missing link in...
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Hot Topics: Kibble Contamination, Homemade Dog Food Risks, and Bloat: What the Research Really Says
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we dive into Dog Mom Winter, kibble contamination concerns, and why many homemade dog food recipes online are nutritionally deficient. We also break down a fascinating study on bloat (GDV) and the markers researchers are investigating, unpack heated online…
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From Zookeeper to PhD Animal Nutritionist: Dr. Francis Cabana on Pet Food Myths, Microbiomes & Feeding Better Dogs
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Francis Cabana to talk pet nutrition myths, unbalanced homemade recipes online, microbiome health, probiotics, and what it’s really like working in the pet food industry. We also cover whether dogs are true carnivores, zoo kibble, affordable...
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Hot Topics: Raw Feeding Criticism, Carbs for Dogs, and Low-Histamine Bone Broth
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Alternative Dog Moms Podcast, Kimberly responds to unexpected criticism of raw feeding and tackles a common question: if cows and horses eat carbs, should dogs too? We also share a helpful listener resource, discuss herbs that may help reduce histamines in...
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Hot Topics: New Year, Rising Vet Costs, Vaccine Conversations & Trust Issues in the Pet Industry
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Erin and Kimberly catch up on life, dogs, and the pet industry — starting with Erin’s big news and why activated charcoal is always on hand. Kimberly shares updates from home, including more human cooking, Buffy’s recent vet visit, and navigating the lepto…
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Canine Enrichment Explained: Meeting Your Dog’s Mental and Emotional Needs with Tori Mistick
Send us Fan Mail Many pet parents focus on diet, exercise, and supplements to support their dogs’ health—but physical care is only part of the picture. In this episode of The Alternative Dog Moms Podcast, we sit down with dog trainer and educator Tori Mistick to explore the critical role of…
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REPLAY: How to Support Your Dog Naturally: Insights from Dr. Steve Marsden, DVM, Gold Standard Herbs
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Alternative Dog Moms, Erin and Kimberly sit down with Dr. Steve Marsden — renowned holistic veterinarian and founder of Gold Standard Herbs — to talk about what it really means to raise dogs naturally. Dr. Marsden blends Eastern and Western veterinary...
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Dog Mom Friendsgiving: Wine, Laughter & Behind-the-Scenes Stories from Erin & Kimberly
Send us Fan Mail It’s our annual Thanksgiving Happy Hour on The Alternative Dog Moms! Erin and Kimberly pour a glass (or two) of Mamamango wine and go completely off-script — as friends do. Once a year, we put structure aside and let the conversation wander wherever our dog-mom brains take it.…
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What Ayurveda Reveals About Your Dog: Doshas, Energy & Wellness with Amanda Ree of Sama Dog
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Alternative Dog Moms, Erin and Kimberly explore the world of Ayurveda for dogs with Amanda Ree, founder of Sama Dog. Amanda introduces us to the Ayurvedic approach to understanding a dog’s unique personality, energy patterns, and overall wellness — and why...
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Fighting Inflammation Naturally: Glutathione for Dogs ft. Sean Zyer from Earth Buddy Pet
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Alternative Dog Moms, Erin and Kimberly sit down with Sean from Earth Buddy Pet to talk about one of the most powerful antioxidants in the dog world: glutathione. We break down what glutathione is, how it supports liver health, detoxification, immune...
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REPLAY: When a Dog Is Diagnosed with Cancer: Guidance, Support & Hard-Won Wisdom with Peter Ciancarelli
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Alternative Dog Moms, Erin and Kimberly sit down with Peter Ciancarelli to talk about one of the most difficult journeys a pet parent can face: a canine cancer diagnosis. Peter has supported countless dog owners through the shock, fear, grief, and...
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How Woof Creek Pet Care Turned the Pandemic Into a Mission to Heal Dogs Naturally
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Alternative Dog Moms, Erin and Kimberly sit down with the founders of Woof Creek Pet Care to explore how a pandemic slowdown turned into an unexpected opportunity — and ultimately sparked the creation of their natural, high-quality supplement line for dogs....
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How Functional Mushrooms Support Senior Dogs: Insights from MycoDog’s Carter Easler
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Alternative Dog Moms, Erin and Kimberly chat with Carter Easler of MycoDog about one of their favorite topics: functional mushrooms and how they support senior dogs. Carter breaks down the science, tradition, and practical applications of mushrooms for…
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Hot Topics: 2025 Feed Real Summit Recap
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Alternative Dog Moms - a podcast about what's happening in the fresh food community and the pet industry. Kimberly Gauthier is the blogger behind Raw Feeder Life, and Erin Scott hosts the Believe in Dog podcast. CHAPTERS: No chapters on this one as it's 100% Feed Real...
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Hot Topics: Using Animal Diet Formuator Software to Stop Deficiencies
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Alternative Dog Moms - a podcast about what's happening in the fresh food community and the pet industry. Kimberly Gauthier is the blogger behind Raw Feeder Life, and Erin Scott hosts the Believe in Dog podcast. CHAPTERS: Kimberly's & Erin's volunteer work in the…
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REPLAY: Ruby Balaram of Real Dog Box and the Feed Real Movement
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Alternative Dog Moms - a podcast about what's happening in the fresh food community and the pet industry. Kimberly Gauthier is the blogger behind Raw Feeder Life, and Erin Scott hosts the Believe in Dog podcast. CHAPTERS: Kimberly's experience with the Real Dog Food...
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Hot Topics: Our Trust Issues with the Pet Industry
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Alternative Dog Moms - a podcast about what's happening in the fresh food community and the pet industry. Kimberly Gauthier is the blogger behind Raw Feeder Life, and Erin Scott hosts the Believe in Dog podcast. CHAPTERS: Neno's diet is deficient! What Kimberly learned...
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Hot Topics: 2025 AHVMA Recap, Dog Aging Project Study, Fresh Food & Bladder Stones
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Alternative Dog Moms - a podcast about what's happening in the fresh food community and the pet industry. Kimberly Gauthier is the blogger behind Raw Feeder Life, and Erin Scott hosts the Believe in Dog podcast. CHAPTERS: Erin's back from AHVMA (0:55) Using mushrooms…
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REPLAY: The Benefits of Solutions Pet Products and ParsleyPet with Chelsea Kent
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Alternative Dog Moms - a podcast about what's happening in the fresh food community and the pet industry. Kimberly Gauthier is the blogger behind Raw Feeder Life, and Erin Scott hosts the Believe in Dog podcast. CHAPTERS: Chelsea Kent's origin story (1:14) Solutions…
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Hot Topics: Fleas, Super Zoo FOMO, and "New" Theory on Why Our Dogs are Sick
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Alternative Dog Moms - a podcast about what's happening in the fresh food community and the pet industry. Kimberly Gauthier is the blogger behind Keep the Tail Wagging, and Erin Scott hosts the Believe in Dog podcast. CHAPTERS: Catching up with Kimberly & Erin (0:55);...
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DCM Class Action Lawsuit Update & Compelling KetoPet Naturals Studies
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Alternative Dog Moms - a podcast about what's happening in the fresh food community and the pet industry. Kimberly Gauthier is the blogger behind Keep the Tail Wagging, and Erin Scott hosts the Believe in Dog podcast. CHAPTERS: Current status of the DCM Class Action...
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Discussing the Importance of Maintaining a Healthy & Diverse Gut Microbiome with Dr. Margo Roman
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Alternative Dog Moms - a podcast about what's happening in the fresh food community and the pet industry. Kimberly Gauthier is the blogger behind Keep the Tail Wagging, and Erin Scott hosts the Believe in Dog podcast. CHAPTERS: Kimberly & Erin catch up on summer and…
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Managing CCL Tears with Jennifer Carter of Harness Canicular
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Alternative Dog Moms - a podcast about what's happening in the fresh food community and the pet industry. Kimberly Gauthier is the blogger behind Keep the Tail Wagging, and Erin Scott hosts the Believe in Dog podcast. CHAPTERS: Treating CCL tears without surgery…
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Discussing Raw Feeding for CATS with Sabrina Simons of Rawr
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Alternative Dog Moms - a podcast about what's happening in the fresh food community and the pet industry. Kimberly Gauthier is the blogger behind Keep the Tail Wagging, and Erin Scott hosts the Believe in Dog podcast. CHAPTERS: Rawr's origin story (0:54) Learning about...
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Hot Topics: What Aspiring Canine Nutritionists NEED to Know
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Alternative Dog Moms - a podcast about what's happening in the fresh food community and the pet industry. Kimberly Gauthier is the blogger behind Keep the Tail Wagging, and Erin Scott hosts the Believe in Dog podcast. CHAPTERS: Expensive collars and chasing rabbits...
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Hot Topics This Week: Hot Summer Days, Nutrient Deficiencies, Importance of Chewing, Kibble Feeders
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Alternative Dog Moms - a podcast about what's happening in the fresh food community and the pet industry. Kimberly Gauthier is the blogger behind Keep the Tail Wagging, and Erin Scott hosts the Believe in Dog podcast. CHAPTERS: Post-vacation reality, summer weather and...
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Hot Topics this Week: Summer Vacation, Dog's Name Change, July 4th, and The BK Pets
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Alternative Dog Moms - a podcast about what's happening in the fresh food community and the pet industry. Kimberly Gauthier is the blogger behind Keep the Tail Wagging, and Erin Scott hosts the Believe in Dog podcast. CHAPTERS: Erin is back from Hawai'i and shares all...
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REPLAY: Discussing the Benefits of CBD Oil (and more) for Dogs with Earth Buddy Pet
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Alternative Dog Moms - a podcast about what's happening in the fresh food community and the pet industry. Kimberly Gauthier is the blogger behind Keep the Tail Wagging, and Erin Scott hosts the Believe in Dog podcast. CHAPTERS: Earth Buddy's origin story (1:40)…
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REPLAY: Discussing Mushrooms with Leading Medical Herbalist, Lee Carroll
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Alternative Dog Moms - a podcast about what's happening in the fresh food community and the pet industry. Kimberly Gauthier is the blogger behind Keep the Tail Wagging, and Erin Scott hosts the Believe in Dog podcast. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction 01:15 Lee Carroll's...
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REPLAY: Discussing the Benefits of Coconut Oil with the Founders of CocoTherapy
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Alternative Dog Moms - a podcast about what's happening in the fresh food community and the pet industry. Kimberly Gauthier is the blogger behind Keep the Tail Wagging, and Erin Scott hosts the Believe in Dog podcast. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction 02:00 Many ways…
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Hot Topics This Week: Summer Vacation, New Pet Products, Vitamin D Lawsuit, Being a Pet Influencer
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Alternative Dog Moms - a podcast about what's happening in the fresh food community and the pet industry. Kimberly Gauthier is the blogger behind Keep the Tail Wagging, and Erin Scott hosts the Believe in Dog podcast. CHAPTERS... Kimberly & her dogs are on vacation and...
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REPLAY: Canine Cancer with Dr. Kendra Pope
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Alternative Dog Moms - a podcast about what's happening in the fresh food community and the pet industry. Kimberly Gauthier is the blogger behind Keep the Tail Wagging, and Erin Scott hosts the Believe in Dog podcast. CHAPTERS: Dr. Pope's origin story (0:54) Cancer…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Two content creators chatting about what's happening in the fresh food community and pet industry. Kimberly Gauthier, of Instagram pages Raw Feeder Life and Plants Dogs & Prayer, joins Erin Scott of the podcast Believe in Dog each week to share their thoughts on what's happening on social media and in the news. Join us each week to hear our thoughts and share your own.
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Kimberly Gauthier (Raw Feeder Life) and Erin Scott (Believe in Dog)
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Two content creators chatting about what's happening in the fresh food community and pet industry. Kimberly Gauthier, of Instagram pages Raw Feeder Life and Plants Dogs & Prayer, joins Erin Scott of the podcast Believe in Dog each week to share their thoughts on what's happening on social media and...
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