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The Non-Traditional Veterinarian

#53 What I Did When My Dog Got an Ear Infection

July 9, 2026·13 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

I’m sharing something personal: what I did when my own dog got his very first ear infection.And honestly? For one day, I considered going the traditional route.Even as a more holistic veterinarian, I had that moment of, “Should I just treat this the conventional way and move on?” But instead, I paused. I slowed down. And I chose to do exactly what I recommend my clients and pet parents do: trust the process.Because an ear infection is rarely just about the ear.In this episode, I walk you through my thought process, what I considered, how I supported him, and what ended up happening when I leaned into root-cause care rather than rushing straight to suppression.In this episode, I talk about:Why I didn’t immediately jump into traditional treatmentThe importance of asking why the ear infection happened in the first placeHow ear symptoms can be a sign the body needs deeper supportWhy slowing down can be one of the most important parts of healingHow I used ozone and laser therapy to support his bodyWhat I was watching for during the processHow I thought through comfort, inflammation, immune support, and the bigger pictureWhat happened after I chose to trust the processLinks:Book your 1:1 nutrition consultation todayBook your 1:1 holistic in home visit todayWatch this episode on YouTube

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