What if we told you there’s a naturally occurring compound that has been researched for more than 70 years, with an impressive body of published scientific literature behind it... and most cat parents have never even heard of it?It’s called PEA (palmitoylethanolamide), and this week we’re diving into the science with one of the most respected voices in integrative veterinary medicine, Dr. Judy Morgan.PEA isn’t a new wellness trend. Research into this fascinating fatty-acid compound dates back to the 1950s, and scientists continue to study its role in the body, including its relationship with normal inflammatory responses, cellular signaling, mast cells, the nervous system, and the endocannabinoid system.So what exactly is PEA? How does it work within the body? What has decades of research taught us about it? And why are more pet parents and integrative veterinarians becoming interested in its potential role in supporting normal comfort, mobility, and overall wellness? Join the podcast to find out!

Have you ever had the feeling your cat knew something before you did?Maybe they seemed to sense your stress before you even realized it yourself. Maybe they became anxious when you were anxious... or developed health challenges that strangely mirrored your own.Coincidence? Shared environment? Or could there be a deeper connection?This week on Back in the Closet, ER veterinarian Dr. Barrie Sands joins us for one of our most fascinating conversations yet, as we explore the mysterious bond between cats and their humans.Dr. Sands explains the important difference between quantum entanglement, a well-established phenomenon in physics, and biofield entanglement, a concept that explores how living beings may share subtle energetic connections. She also shares why she believes that some human-animal relationships can form exceptionally deep bonds that go beyond what we typically experience.Together, we'll explore the heart-brain connection, the role of stress and emotion, and why healing ourselves may also influence the well-being of the cats we love.Whether you're deeply spiritual, scientifically curious, or somewhere in between, this episode will leave you asking one question:How deeply connected are we to our cats... really?Learn more about Dr. Barrie Sands at: https://drbarriesands.com/

What if the key to saving more cats isn't working harder - but working together?This week on Back In The Closet, we're joined by the incredible team behind One United Paw: Sally Williams (Mission Meow), Erin Lydy (FC3 Firelands Community Cat Coalition), and Sterling "TrapKing" Davis. Together, they're building a connected rescue community where collaboration replaces competition, proving that when rescue organizations support one another, more animals benefit.In this inspiring conversation, we explore:🐾 Why collaboration is more powerful than competition in animal rescue🐾 How rescues can share resources, knowledge, and support instead of working in isolation🐾 The challenges facing rescue organizations today - and how unity creates solutions🐾 Practical ways anyone can strengthen their local rescue community🐾 Why the philosophy "A rising tide lifts all boats" has the power to transform animal welfareWhether you're deeply involved in rescue, volunteer your time, foster animals, donate when you can, or simply care about making a difference, this conversation offers hope, inspiration, and a fresh perspective on what's possible when we come together with a shared purpose.Because when one rescue succeeds, more lives are saved. And when we lift each other up, we all rise.

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