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Tails of Truth: The Truth about Veterinary Medicine
Welcome to Tails of Truth – the podcast where holistic veterinarian Dr. Angie Krause and vet nurse JoJo pull back the curtain on the world of veterinary medicine. Whether you’re a cat lover or dog devotee this show will empower you to become a confident medical advocate for your four legged bestie.
From common diseases and holistic treatments to hot topics, tough truths, and the emotional journey of pet parenting—nothing is off-limits. Expect real talk, expert insights, and zero judgment.
Tune in for eye-opening conversations, compassionate guidance, and a fresh perspective on what it really means to care for your pets.
Episodes
44 episodes
Questions From Pet Parents Answered by a Holistic Vet
Pet parents have questions and in this episode of Tails of Truth, holistic veterinarian, Dr. Angie and veterinary nurse JoJo answer them unscripted and unfiltered.From concerns about Cushing’s disease in ...
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Episode 44
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24:13
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Feeling Pressured at the Vet? How to Advocate for your Pet
Veterinary visits, especially emergency vet visits, are stressful, emotional, and expensive — and most pet parents feel like they have no choice but to say yes to everything put in front of them. In this fiery, truth-telling episode of <...
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Episode 43
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20:31
Caring for Spicy Cats: Reducing Fear and Stress During Vet Visits
In this practical, honest, and judgment-free episode of Tails of Truth, Dr. Angie Krause and veterinary nurse JoJo talk openly about fractious cats — lovingly known as “spicy kitties.” These are the cats who may be sweet at home b...
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Episode 42
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23:19
Grief After Pet Loss: Navigating Euthanasia, Guilt, and Goodbyes
In this deeply emotional and unfiltered episode of Tails of Truth, JoJo and Dr. Angie sit with grief in real time as JoJo shares the story of losing her soul dog, Bodhi, over New Year’s.This conversation explores the raw truths of...
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Episode 41
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25:48
Vet Life, Unfiltered: Real Stories from Inside Veterinary Medicine
📝 SUMMARYIn this fun, behind-the-scenes episode of Tails of Truth, holistic veterinarian Dr. Angie Krause and veterinary nurse JoJo step away from heavy medical topics for a lighthearted, honest look at life i...
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Episode 40
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25:06
Lumps and Bumps in Dogs and Cats: Benign or Cancerous?
🎧 SUMMARY Finding a lump on your dog or cat can be scary, but it doesn’t always mean cancer. Lumps and bumps are one of the most common and anxiety-provoking reasons pet parents visit the veterinarian. In this episode o...
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Episode 39
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25:11
Why We Started Tails of Truth and Are Excited to Continue
In this special year-end episode of Tails of Truth, integrative veterinarian Dr. Angie Krause and veterinary nurse JoJo reflect on everything that made 2025 such a meaningful year—for the podcast, for their work in veteri...
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Episode 38
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22:16
Hate Mail: Veterinarians Are Only In It For The Money
🎙️ SummaryVeterinary professionals enter this field because they love animals — not because they’re “in it for the money.” But in today’s episode of Tails of Truth, Dr. Angie and JoJo open up about a growing ...
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Episode 37
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17:51
The Chonky Cat Episode: Can GLP-1 Help Fat Cats?
🐈⬛ SummaryIn this lighthearted but deeply informative episode of Tails of Truth, Dr. Angie and JoJo dive into the surprisingly complex world of chonky cats, feline weight loss, and the emerging science ...
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Episode 36
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26:52
Librela, Fish Oil, CBD? What Actually Helps Dogs With Arthritis
⭐ Summary In this episode of Tails of Truth, holistic veterinarian Dr. Angie Krause and veterinary nurse JoJo break down everything dog parents need to know about arthritis in dogs—from early sympt...
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Episode 35
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44:16
Indoor or Outdoor? Choosing the Best Life for Your Cat
🌟 SummaryIn this episode of Tails of Truth, Dr. Angie and JoJo explore both sides of the ongoing debate around indoor cats vs. outdoor cats—a topic packed with nuance, emotion, and passionate opinions. Toget...
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Episode 34
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14:06
Finding Belonging and Community in Veterinary Medicine
📝 SummaryAs we step into the holiday season, I’m feeling especially grateful for community, connection, and the feeling of truly belonging — both in my personal life and in the world of veterinary medicine. In this episode of ...
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Episode 33
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16:51
The Raw Dog Food Controversy: What You Must Know Before You Feed Raw
⭐ SummaryIn this episode of Tails of Truth, Dr. Angie and JoJo unpack one of the most debated topics in veterinary medicine: raw diets for dogs. They explore why raw feeding creates such strong opinions, what “raw do...
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Episode 32
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21:54
Dog Food Trends and Risks: From Gently Cooked to Grain Free
🐾 SummaryIn this thought-provoking episode of Tails of Truth, holistic veterinarian Dr. Angie Krause and veterinary nurse, JoJo, dive into the complicated and ever-evolving world of dog food, explorin...
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Episode 31
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25:40
$#*% Holistic Vets Say: Truth Bombs from an Integrative Vet
🧠 SummaryIn this candid and fiery episode of Tails of Truth, holistic veterinarian Dr. Angie Krause and veterinary nurse JoJo pull back the curtain on some of the most misleading claims circulating in holistic...
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Episode 30
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25:15
What to Feed Your Cat: From Fancy Feast to Raw
🐾 SummaryIn this episode of Tails of Truth, holistic veterinarian Dr. Angie Krause and veterinary nurse JoJo explore the sometimes confusing world of cat nutrition. Drawing on Dr. Angie’s extensive ex...
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Episode 29
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28:04
Accessibility in Veterinary Medicine: Let's Talk About It
🐾 SummaryIn this episode of Tails of Truth, Dr. Angie and JoJo discuss the multifaceted issue of accessibility in veterinary medicine. From financial barriers and the emotional weight of hard decisions to the privilege of pe...
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Episode 28
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23:20
Dog Vaccines Aren't A One-Size-Fits-All: A Holistic Vet's Perspective
🐾 SummaryIn this episode of Tails of Truth, holistic veterinarian Dr. Angie and veterinary nurse JoJo discuss the essential topic of dog vaccines. They focus on the importance of proper vaccination schedules f...
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Episode 27
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27:13
Do Your Pets Really Need Every Vaccine? What Titers Can (and Can't) Tell Us
🐾 SummaryIn this episode of Tails of Truth, Dr. Angie Krause and JoJo take a thoughtful look at vaccine titers—what they measure, how they’re used in veterinary medicine, and how they can help pet parents ma...
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Episode 26
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22:43
Is Your Cat in Pain? Recognizing the Signs & Best Treatments
📝 SummaryIn this episode of Tails of Truth, Dr. Angie and veterinary nurse, JoJo, dive into one of the most overlooked issues in feline health: pain in senior cats. Too often, slowing down is dismissed as “laziness...
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Episode 25
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23:01
Spays and Neuters: The Truth About Timing, Risks, and Options
🎙 SummaryIn this episode of Tails of Truth, Dr. Angie and JoJo tackle the evolving conversation around spaying and neutering dogs and cats. They explore how timing affects growth, health, and behavior, and why there’...
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Episode 24
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30:02
The Dog Breed Debate: From Chihuahuas to Doodles
🎙 SummaryIn this episode of Tails of Truth, Dr. Angie and JoJo share their experiences of different dog breeds—from feisty Chihuahuas to lovable Boxers, protective German Shepherds, and the ever-popular Doodles. They...
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Episode 23
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29:43
The Human Side of Vet Med: We Need to Vent
✨ Episode SummaryIn this refreshingly honest episode of Tails of Truth, Dr. Angie Krause and veterinary nurse JoJo let their guard down to talk about the messy side of veterinary life. From inbox overload to unsolicited a...
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Episode 22
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16:13
Could CBD Help Your Cat or Dog Feel Better? Here’s the Truth.
✨ SummaryIn this episode of Tails of Truth, Dr. Angie and veterinary nurse, JoJo, approach one of their favorite topics...CBD for pets. They share clinical insights on how CBD can support cats and dogs with pain, a...
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Episode 21
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26:52