Pet Longevity: Keep The Love Going

<p><span data-contrast="none">Join Dr. Jeffrey Gladden in this chat with Gary Richter, o</span><span data-contrast="none">ne of the top ten veterinarians in the United States for 2012, and America’s Favorite Veterinarian in 2015 by the American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF).</span> <span data-contrast="none">Gary is a graduate of the University of Florida with a B.S. in animal science, an M.S. in veterinary medical science, and a doctorate of veterinary medicine with honors. He launched Holistic Veterinary Care in 2009 (in Oakland, California), is certified in veterinary acupuncture and veterinary chiropractic, and uses these therapies along with his veterinary medical education to achieve better outcomes for his patients. In this episode, they talk about how pet owners can use longevity science and practices to extend the lifespan and</span> <span data-contrast="none">healthspan of their pets, the things you can easily do at home that will make a huge difference in your pet's health immediately and in the long run, and which traditional practices to stay away from. If you're going to live longer, you'll want your pet to do that with you.</span> </p> <p> </p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Show notes:</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">00:55 Dr. Gladden introduces the episode's guest and topic.</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">02:14 Dr. Gladden asks what are some of the things people can do that have an impact on the health and longevity of their pets.</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">02:38 Gary explains why this is not only an animal health and welfare issue but also a human health issue.</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">03:37 Dr. Gladden brings up the Life Energy circle in our Mosaic of Ages and the role that pets could play in that. They proceed to elaborate on the unconditional element of this kind of connection and the profound effects it can have in a person's well-being.</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">06:27 What are some of the things people are doing wrong, th