When Do Dogs Need Supplements? with Dr. Ian Billinghurst on Your Natural Dog Podcast
As pet parents, we all want to be sure our dogs are getting all the nutrients they need, and that often means stress, overthinking, and trying to find all the right supplements to fill in nutritional gaps. In this episode of Your Natural Dog with Angela Ardolino, we’re joined by Dr. Ian Billinghurst, father of the raw food movement for dogs and cats, and Chief Advisor of Gussy’s Gut, a fermented, probiotic-rich whole superfood topper. Dr. Billinghurst joins me to discuss supplements for dogs, the benefits of fermented foods for dogs, and how it really is possible to keep it simple when it comes to your dog’s nutrition.
Episode Recap:
- Feeding our animals can be simple
- Evolution of dog nutrition through history
- Dangers of Veterinary-Recommended processed dog food
- What do dogs really need in their diet?
- When do dogs need supplements like Gussy’s Gut?
- Food-sourced probiotics
- Benefits of fermented vegetables for dogs
- Benefits of raw, meaty bones for dogs
Episode Resources:
- Dr. Ian Billinghurst’s Website
- Visit Gussy’s Gut
- Follow Gussy’s Gut on Facebook and Instagram
- Have a question about your pet that you want answered on the podcast? Email us at Carter@yournaturaldog.com
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About Angela Ardolino
Angela Ardolino, a certified cannabis and fungi clinician, brings over 20 years of expertise to the field of holistic pet wellness. As a graduate of the inaugural Medical Cannabis for Therapeutic Use program at the University of Vermont School of Medicine, she is a passionate advocate for safe, natural, and ethically-grown whole plant and fungi medicine tailored for pets.
Committed to the highest standards, Angela continues to educate and inspire pet parents through her popular podcast, Your Natural Dog, where she hosts experts to discuss holistic pet care, natural remedies, nutrition, and training. Follow Angela Ardolino on her website, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube to stay updated on her mission to educate and empower pet parents everywhere.
About Dr. Ian Billinghurst
Dr. Ian Billinghurst is the father of the raw food movement for dogs and cats and the creator of the acronym, B.A.R.F. – which stands for Biologically Appropriate Raw Feeding. His is an ancestral approach to feeding our pets.
He celebrates the 30th anniversary of his first groundbreaking book, Give Your Dog a Bone. He came out of retirement to create Gussy’s Gut – a fermented, probiotic-rich superfoods complex that is freeze-dried and can replace several supplements you may be giving your dog. This is 100% whole foods and organic. And it’s much easier to digest and absorb the nutrients. Their product is at and their central product is called “Daily”.