Send us a text What if the path from feral to friendly begins in the gut? We sit down with evolutionary biologist Dr. Tom Gilbert to explore how cat microbiomes act like tiny chemical factories, converting food into signals that can shape fear, calm, vigilance, and even training success. Drawing on a global shelter study across Denmark, Malaysia, Cabo Verde, Brazil, Spain, and Aruba, Tom explains why geography and diet change which microbes take root—yet similar biochemical functions keep sho...
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Send us a text What if the path from feral to friendly begins in the gut? We sit down with evolutionary biologist Dr. Tom Gilbert to explore how cat microbiomes act like tiny chemical factories, converting food into signals that can shape fear, calm, vigilance, and even training success. Drawing on a global shelter study across Denmark, Malaysia, Cabo Verde, Brazil, Spain, and Aruba, Tom explains why geography and diet change which microbes take root—yet similar biochemical functions keep sho...
Exploring Veterinary Chaplaincy: Supporting Pet Loss with Dr. Rob Gierka & Karen Duke
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Exploring Veterinary Chaplaincy: Supporting Pet Loss with Dr. Rob Gierka & Karen Duke
Send us a textImagine a world where the loss of a beloved pet is met with the same compassion and understanding as the loss of a human companion. This episode introduces you to the heartfelt field of veterinary chaplaincy, a realm dedicated to offering spiritual and emotional support during these challenging times. Joining me are Dr. Rob Gierka, the visionary founder of PetChaplain.com, and Karen Duke, the compassionate senior vice president. Together, they share their personal tales of how t...
Hiss & Tell: Cat Behavior and Beyond
Send us a text What if the path from feral to friendly begins in the gut? We sit down with evolutionary biologist Dr. Tom Gilbert to explore how cat microbiomes act like tiny chemical factories, converting food into signals that can shape fear, calm, vigilance, and even training success. Drawing on a global shelter study across Denmark, Malaysia, Cabo Verde, Brazil, Spain, and Aruba, Tom explains why geography and diet change which microbes take root—yet similar biochemical functions keep sho...
