Today we’d like to introduce you to Angela Ardolino
Hi Angela, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
Absolutely! My journey into holistic pet health began with a personal health crisis. When I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, I was determined to find alternatives to the toxic medications that were offered to me. That quest led me to discover the healing potential of medical cannabis, not just for myself but for my beloved pets as well. In 2016, I became one of the first graduates of the Medical Cannabis program at the University of Vermont. From there, I embarked on a mission to source ethical hemp farmers in Colorado and establish trusted partnerships, which culminated in the launch of CBD Dog Health in 2018.
A few years later my beloved doberman Nina was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma and I wanted to create a better mushroom extract for pets, which was the start of MycoDog. Since then, I’ve been dedicated to educating pet parents and veterinarians about the transformative power of whole plant and fungi medicine through my podcast, Your Natural Dog. Today, I travel the country in an Airstream with my pack of dogs – Jolene, Maza, and Rhemi – spreading awareness and helping pets heal naturally.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
Oh, it definitely hasn’t been smooth sailing! One of the biggest challenges has been navigating the stigma surrounding cannabis and holistic medicine, both for humans and animals. Many people were skeptical at first, and breaking through that skepticism required persistence and a commitment to education. Building CBD Dog Health from the ground up was also a tremendous undertaking. Finding reliable sources for high-quality ingredients and formulating products with the utmost therapeutic potential was a journey in itself. But every challenge has been worth it to see the countless pets we’ve helped regain their health and vitality naturally.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
My work revolves around advocating for holistic pet health and empowering pet parents to make informed choices about their pets’ well-being. I specialize in formulating full spectrum hemp products and mushroom extracts for pets that harness the healing power of whole plant and fungi medicine. What sets me apart is my unwavering commitment to sourcing the best ingredients and creating natural products with the highest therapeutic potential, all while prioritizing the well-being of animals over profits. I’m incredibly proud of the impact we’ve made at CBD Dog Health and MycoDog, helping pets overcome seizures, arthritis, cancer, and more. My podcast, Your Natural Dog, has also been a platform to share knowledge and insights from experts in holistic pet care, furthering our mission to educate and empower.
Are there any important lessons you’ve learned that you can share with us?
The most important lesson I’ve learned is the power of resilience and compassion. In this industry, you face constant challenges and setbacks, but staying true to your values and never losing sight of your mission is what keeps you going. Compassion, both for animals and for the people who love them, drives everything I do. It’s about understanding their pain, their fears, and offering solutions that can truly make a difference in their lives. That’s what holistic pet health is all about – healing with heart. Reading reviews and hearing stories from the many pet parents I meet on the road with my dogs, about how their pets’ lives have been changed, even saved, makes it all worth it. It reinforces why I’m doing what I’m doing and fuels my determination to continue making a positive impact in the lives of pets and their families.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://angelaardolino.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yournaturaldogpodcast/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AngelaArdolino/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/cbddoghealth
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@angelaardolino
- Other: https://cbddoghealth.com/
