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 the pet industry, and what to expect at this year’s Feed Real Summit. Welcoming Ruby back to the podcast and looking forward to the Feed Real Summit (0:55)What Ruby has learned from 11 years in business...

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 time and money brands invest in exhibiting, the growth of SuperZoo’s Natural & Health section, standout products, favorite people, and lessons learned along the way. And because it’s Vegas, there’s...

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 against Hill’s regarding allegations surrounding the canine DCM controversy. Kimberly also recounts a strange interaction with a veterinarian on social media who questioned how she chooses to feed her...

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 growing world of at-home test kits with Dr. Kendra Pope (0:55)Why wellness is more than physical, and why letting "dogs be dogs" matters (4:54)How Dr. Pope navigates oncology care while sometimes challen...

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 parents can control when it comes to their dog’s mobility, including exercise, weight, home setup, and knowing when to respect a dog’s limits. We also dig into CCL tears, whether surgery is always neces...

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 his dog’s life, what it’s like advocating for fresh food in a kibble-heavy world, and why whole-food nutrition matters for dogs, working dogs, athletes, and pet parents who want to do better. We also ta...

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 parents can decide where to invest in their dog’s wellness, and why traditional use matters when looking at long-term support. We also dig into the big questions: Can’t you just buy hibiscus anywhere? Do...

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 talk about a new free DIY raw feeding calculator. Then we ask the question no one saw coming: WTF is lamb protein yeast, and would we feed it to our dogs? Plus, we wrap up with our latest TV and movie t...

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. We discuss the origin story of Ramstead Ranch, how 240 acres were transformed through regenerative farming practices, and why healthy soil may be one of the most important factors in producing healthie...

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 confirms why neither of us would survive a career in customer service (0:55). Next, we tackle the mushroom advertisement that claims a specific product can shrink lipomas in dogs. The ad seems to be making t...