Not Just About Dogs with Dr. Peter Dobias

In this episode of Get to Know Your Vet, I sit down with Dr. Nick Thompson, Dr. Conor Brady, and Dr. Brendan Clarke for an honest, wide-ranging chat about what really helps our pets thrive.
We talk about the power of fresh food, why a little dirt (and even poop!) can be a good thing for your dog’s microbiome, and how early-life experiences shape long-term health. We also get real about the challenges vets face behind the scenes — and how we stay connected to the work we love.
Along the way, we dive into gut health, holistic and preventive care, and what an integrative approach to pet wellness actually looks like in everyday life.
If you’re curious about raising a healthier, happier dog — and want to hear how vets think beyond the exam room — you’ll love this conversation.
To learn more about holistic dog health, visit www.peterdobias.com for blogs, free resources, and natural supplements. 
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In this episode of Get to Know Your Vet, I’m joined by my friend and colleague Dr. Ruth Roberts for an open and unscripted conversation about veterinary medicine, holistic pet health, and the experiences that shape us as veterinarians.
We talk about why diet is the foundation of health, the challenges of transitioning pets from processed food to real food, and how education and community can empower pet guardians to make better choices for their animals.
Along the way, we also reflect on mindset, resilience, and the importance of staying grounded while navigating the realities of veterinary practice.
I hope you enjoy this episode of Get to Know Your Vet and getting to know the humans behind veterinary medicine.
To learn more about holistic dog health, visit www.peterdobias.com for blogs, free resources, and natural supplements. 
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In this new episode of Get to Know Your Vet, I sit down with my good friend Dr. Karen Becker for one of the most honest and surprising chats! What starts as a playful card game quickly turns into a deep dive into dog health myths, grief, resilience, and what it really means to speak the truth in veterinary medicine.

We explore the “elephants in the room” and why it can be so hard (and sometimes risky) for vets to talk about them openly. You’ll also see a side of both of us: how we cope with loss, the fear of losing memories, and the pressure of trying to show up for everyone while still staying grounded and kind to ourselves.

I hope that you enjoy this episode of Get to Know Your Vet and continue enjoying getting to know the humans behind the veterinary medicine.

And if you’d like to learn more about holistic dog health, you can visit my website at peterdobias.com for blogs, free resources, and natural supplements.
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In this second episode of Get to Know Your Vet (GTKYV), I sit down with my dear friend Dr. Laurie McCauley, a board‑certified specialist in sports medicine and canine rehabilitation, for a wide‑ranging conversation.

We talk openly about curiosity, humility, career crossroads, mistakes, perseverance, and the moments that shape who we become. Dr. McCauley shares how following her intuition led her to help pioneer canine rehabilitation, including the early development of underwater treadmill therapy, and how staying open‑minded continues to guide her work today.

We also explore integrative and holistic approaches to healing, including rehabilitation, acupuncture, laser therapy, tuning forks, and energy‑based modalities—alongside honest reflections on family, childhood experiences, integrity, and what it really means to live and work with heart.

I hope that you enjoy this episode of Get to Know Your Vet and are enjoying getting to know the humans behind the veterinary medicine!
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This year, I had the privilege to meet some of you in Florida and Mallorca where I was presenting, and I also became friends with some of my colleagues vets and healers, I never met in person before.

Connecting with likeminded people is the reason I’m starting something new.

A new interview series I’m calling Get to Know Your Vet (GTKYV) 🐾 

Each episode is a fun, relaxed, informal conversation between me and a fellow veterinarian. 

But here is something different. Of course we talk dogs, but we also talk about our lives, feelings and what we do outside of work. We talk about life, our values, mistakes and lessons learned. 

When you watch, I want you to feel like the three of us are sitting together, sharing stories and ideas, not being “taught” or sold anything.

Why does this matter?

Because I feel you deserve to know your vets! I thought it would be nice for your to know why we do what we do. What the question, and why we changed our mind about medicine, nutrition and healing in general.

My hope is that these conversations help you feel even more connected and supported on your dog’s health journey.

Not just because you’re getting information, but because you’re getting to know the humans beyond the vet talk.

That’s what Get to Know Your Vet is really about.

It feels especially meaningful to begin this series with someone I respect deeply and is also a great conference organizer and the community connector, Dr. Judy Morgan.

This episode goes far beyond veterinary medicine. It’s about values, marriage, grief, boundaries, leadership, and what happens when we slow down enough to truly listen. 

I hope you enjoy it as much as we did ❤️ 
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