In this powerful episode, Dr. Ruth chats with Marketa Jefferson, founder of Paws Balance, holistic pet health coach, and recent contestant on The Blox business reality show. Marketa shares her inspiring path from grooming tables to the front lines of natural pet care advocacy.

From rescuing shelter pets and questioning outdated vet protocols to self-educating through heartbreak and healing, Marketa’s story is every passionate pet parent’s wake-up call.

You’ll hear:

• How her sick hairless cat became the catalyst for her career change
• Why she took sick dogs home from the clinic and what she learned
• Her surprising experience on The Blox and what it taught her about purpose
• Real talk about the limits of 15-minute vet visits and how pet parents can do better

One simple tip you can act on today? Flip that kibble bag and read the ingredients. The truth is often hiding in plain sight.

• Learn more about Marketa: Paws-Balance.com
• Reach out: holisticpetcoach@gmail.com
• Dr. Ruth Roberts — Your go‑to integrative veterinarian for natural pet care: DrRuthRoberts.com
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheOriginalHolisticPetHealthCoach
• Instagram: @dr.ruthroberts
• YouTube: @drruthroberts
• TikTok:@dr.ruthroberts

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*DISCLAIMER: The purpose of this video is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a veterinarian, licensed nutritionist or other qualified professional. You‘re encouraged to do your own research and should not rely on this information as professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Dr. Ruth and her guests express their own opinions, experience and conclusions, and Dr. Ruth Roberts neither endorses or opposes any particular views discussed here. 🐾 FIND a Holistic Vet ► https://www.ahvma.org/

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In this deeply insightful episode of Healing Tails, Dr. Ruth Roberts is joined by renowned holistic veterinarian Dr. Odette Suter to unpack the widening gap in holistic veterinary care. As chronic illness in pets becomes more complex, Dr. Suter shares why outdated approaches—even within holistic medicine—are failing, and what needs to shift for true healing to take place.

From symptom-chasing to spiritual growth, they dive into the root causes of illness, the need for deeper knowledge and support, and how pet parents can begin to navigate overwhelm with compassion. If you're feeling frustrated by "trying everything" and getting nowhere, this episode is a must-listen.

Topics covered include:

• Why symptom-based care (even with herbs and supplements) is falling short
• The hidden impact of environmental toxicity and hormone imbalance
• How deeper self-examination ties into your pet’s healing journey
• What "integrative" really means—and why sometimes pharmaceuticals are necessary
• Practical advice for pet parents navigating guilt and overwhelm

Resources mentioned:

• Dr. Odette Suter’s book: What Your Vet Never Told You (available on Amazon)
• Pet Health Accelerator Program & Masterclass

Connect with Dr. Ruth Roberts:

• Website: DrRuthRoberts.com
• Instagram: @DrRuthRoberts
• Facebook: @DrRuthRoberts

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*DISCLAIMER: The purpose of this video is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a veterinarian, licensed nutritionist or other qualified professional. You‘re encouraged to do your own research and should not rely on this information as professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Dr. Ruth and her guests express their own opinions, experience and conclusions, and Dr. Ruth Roberts neither endorses or opposes any particular views discussed here. 🐾 FIND a Holistic Vet ► https://www.ahvma.org/

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In this episode of Healing Tails, I welcome the incredible Joni Kamlet, RVT, CCRA, ACN, a registered veterinary technician and holistic practitioner whose journey began with a life‑changing cancer diagnosis that transformed her approach to healing. We explore how raw feeding, homeopathy, herbs, and therapeutic mushrooms played pivotal roles in rescuing both her and her beloved dog, Waffles. Our conversation weaves through Joni’s transition from conventional medicine to holistic veterinary care—highlighting the power of nutrition, rehabilitation therapies like acupuncture and laser, and the emerging magic of mushrooms in pet health. Whether you're curious about shifting your pet-care methods or finding your niche in holistic healing, this conversation offers warmth, wisdom, and real-life inspiration.

• Whole Pet Con (Sept 13, Overland Park Convention Center) — event details and tickets: wholepetcon.com
• Dr. Ruth Roberts — Your go‑to integrative veterinarian for natural pet care: DrRuthRoberts.com
• Joni Real Mushrooms Website: realmushrooms.com
• https://www.facebook.com/realmushrooms
• IG: @real_mushrooms

Highlighted speakers at Whole Pet Con:

• Rita Hogan – The Canine Herbalist (herbal approaches for dogs)
• Amy Renz – Goodness Gracious (human‑quality gently cooked pet diets)
• Joni Kamlett – Real Mushrooms (functional mushrooms for pet health)
• Linda Loudon – Emergency Vet with Dog Moms Club (emergency preparedness tips)
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheOriginalHolisticPetHealthCoach
• Instagram: @dr.ruthroberts
• YouTube: @drruthroberts
• TikTok:@dr.ruthroberts

*DISCLAIMER: The purpose of this video is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a veterinarian, licensed nutritionist or other qualified professional. You‘re encouraged to do your own research and should not rely on this information as professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Dr. Ruth and her guests express their own opinions, experience and conclusions, and Dr. Ruth Roberts neither endorses or opposes any particular views discussed here. 🐾 FIND a Holistic Vet ► https://www.ahvma.org/

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