Welcome back to Part 2 of our discussion about canine nutrition with dog trainer and nutritionist Emily Breslin. Join us as we pick up where we left off last week and talk more about the necessity (or not) of supplements, the importance of gut health, and whether or not your dog should go vegetarian.
Emily Breslin is a dog trainer, retired veterinary technician, Certified Professional Canine Nutritionist (CPCN), and host of The Dog Who Asked for More—a podcast helping dog parents find calm, confidence, and connection through training, enrichment, and nutrition that actually work in real life.
With over 30 years of hands-on experience working with animals, Emily helps pet parents understand the why behind their dog’s behavior, gut health, and emotional needs. Her nutrition programs teach families how to build balanced, confidence-boosting meals without fear, guilt, or confusion—so mealtime becomes part of healing, not stress.
Now, she’s taking her mission on the road. Through her upcoming RV tour, Emily will be traveling cross-country to connect with pet parents, trainers, and rescues in person—sharing real stories, recording podcast episodes on the road, and building a movement for dogs and their people.
Her message is simple: every dog is communicating, every family deserves peace, and no one should have to figure it out alone.
Resources:
Websites:
Book a Free Nutrition Consultation!
Recommended Brands and Discount Codes
NOBL Pet Food (use code SITHAPPENS for 15% off your first order!)
Books and Articles:
From Fresh to Fantastic: DIY Dehydrated Treats for Your Dog by Emily Breslin
Study on the Digestibility of Chicken from the Journal of Animal Science
Feeding Smart with the Science Dog, by Linda Case
Podcasts:
YFD 122: Dr. Ryan Yamka on Canine Nutrition, Part 1: The Basics
YFD 181: Canine Nutrition with Dr. Laura Gaylord, Veterinary Clinical Nutritionist
YFD 250: Better Living Through Enrichment
Videos:
