Mystic Dog Mama

• Samhain, Story & the Spiritual Dog: Reconnecting with the Magic of Irish Mythology with Jen Murphy

  What if the stories of our ancestors are still shaping us - and still shaping the dogs who walk beside us?In this Samhain-timed episode of Mystic Dog Mama, I sit down with Irish mythologist and anthropologist Jen Murphy, founder of The Celtic Creatives. Rooted in her grandmother’s storytelling and decades of study in Celtic mythology, anthropology, and Jungian psychology, Jen helps people remember their shining soul by bringing ancient wisdom into modern life.Together, we explore:🌑 What it means to be a modern mystic🔥 How Irish myth and folklore reconnect us to our roots🍂 Samhain and the Celtic Wheel of the Year - and why this season matters✨ Simple, meaningful ways to honour the seasons in everyday life🐾 The mythic role of the hound and how dogs guide us spiritually🌙 Dreamwork, archetypes, and living with a story that supports your soul💚 Re-centring the sacred in the ordinaryThis conversation is rich, warm, and rooted in belonging - a perfect listen as the veil thins and we turn inward with our dogs curled at our feet. 🐕✨Jen Murphy is an Irish mythologist, anthropologist and founder of The Celtic Creatives. A Dubliner born and bred, from the time she could talk, Jen's grandmother Frances O'Sullivan filled her ears with tales from Irish myth and folklore, fuelling a now 40-year fascination with the stories of her lineage. Jen's apprenticeship to following her soul's breadcrumbs has guided her formal studies in Medieval Irish and Celtic Studies, Anthropology, and Jungian Psychology. Jen supports people to remember that they have a shining soul, to dream Celtic spirituality into their modern lives by making the Celtic soul a living aesthetic—centring the soul in the everyday experience of life—through mythwork, dreamwork, and the body.Connect with Jen Murphy:Website → https://www.celticcreatives.com/Substack → https://celticcreatives.substack.com/Instagram → @celticembodimentConnect with me:Website → https://mysticdogmama.comEmail → [email protected] → https://instagram.com/mysticdogmamaCome join our F.E.T.C.H. in Action Live Cookalong happening Saturday, November 29th from 10am-1pm UK time! Together, we will make a batch of raw or gently cooked food specific for your dog! It’s limited to 8 participants so you’ll get personal attention and all your questions answered so that you feel confident in the canine kitchen. Email me for more information at: [email protected]

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• F.E.T.C.H. First Friday F.ET.C.H. in Action: Supporting a Senior Dog with Arthritis and Gut Issues

  Sometimes the best way to understand F.E.T.C.H. is to see it in action.In this F.E.T.C.H. First Friday episode, we wanted to show you what F.E.T.C.H. looks like in real life - beyond theory.We sit down to look at our lovely Learn F.E.T.C.H. members, Sarah’s dog, Jess, a 13-year-old Rottweiler rescue who’s navigating arthritis and ongoing gut issues. Together, Stacey Renphrey and I walk through Jess’s care using the F.E.T.C.H. framework to explore how small, thoughtful shifts across fresh food, energetics, targeted support, curiosity, and holistic care can bring more comfort, balance, and vitality.You’ll hear how Jess’s guardian, Sarah, is already supporting her beautifully, what adjustments could help as the weather cools, and how to think about seasonal nourishment for older dogs in a way that’s practical, compassionate, and deeply attuned.This conversation is an invitation to slow down, observe, and meet your dog right where they are body, mind, and soul.In this episode:How to warm and nourish an aging body in colder monthsFilling the gaps in a homemade dietFresh food ideas for joint and gut supportSimple, targeted additions that make a differenceWhat holistic care really means in daily lifeWhether you’re caring for a senior dog or simply want to deepen your understanding of whole-being care, this episode will leave you inspired to look at your dog with fresh eyes,  and a softer heart.Join our free F.E.T.C.H. First Light Facebook group, our sanctuary where soulful dog mamas like you find clarity, confidence, and connection. https://facebook.com/groups/fetchfirstlightGrab your FREE copy of our Learn F.E.T.C.H. Starter Pack to begin your F.E.T.C.H. journey with your dog today!  https://www.learnfetch.com/pages/fetch-starter-packFollow us: https://instagram.com/learn.fetchDisclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease, or replace medical guidance. Please speak with your veterinarian.

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• The Alchemy of Nourishment: Reclaiming Food as Soul Care with Catherine Grist

  In this deeply nourishing episode, I’m joined by Catherine Grist - a nutritionist and somatic and health coach who helps people reconnect to their innate intelligence through food, pleasure, and the wisdom of the natural world. We explore:✨ The spiritual messages in our relationship with food✨ Food as soul care - for us and our dogs✨ Cooking as the ultimate form of alchemy✨ Reconnecting to instinct and intuition with our dogs as guides✨ Nourishment over just nutrition (always)✨ How food can help us reconnect to the natural cycles✨ Using food as an offering during this season of rememberingThis conversation is a reminder that nourishment is an act of devotion - to our bodies, our animal companions, and the living world that feeds us.And if you’ve been curious about cooking fresh food for your dog but don’t know where to start, I’d love to invite you to join me for a brand new live cook-along workshop happening Saturday, the 29th of November 10am-1pm UK time on Zoom. It’s a small group experience - no more than eight dog guardians - so you’ll get plenty of support.You’ll learn how to make simple, nourishing raw or gently cooked meals with confidence, and you’ll leave feeling excited to feed fresh food your dog will love. The beta price is just £39.If you want to learn more, drop me an email at [email protected], and I’ll send you the information!Connect with Catherine:Website: www.catherinegrist.comEvents: www.catherinegrist.com/eventsEmail: [email protected]: https://instagram.com/the_health_alchemistFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/catherine.thehealthalchemistJoin our free F.E.T.C.H. First Light Facebook group, our sanctuary where soulful dog mamas like you find clarity, confidence, and connection. https://facebook.com/groups/fetchfirstlightGrab your FREE copy of our Learn F.E.T.C.H. Starter Pack to begin your F.E.T.C.H. journey with your dog today!  https://www.learnfetch.com/pages/fetch-starter-packDisclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease, or replace medical guidance. Please speak with your veterinarian.

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• Beyond the Bath: The Sacred Role of Your Groomer in Your Dog's Health, with Liz Hampton

  What if grooming was actually one of the most intimate and insightful forms of care your dog receives?In this episode, I’m joined by Liz Hampton, Master Groomer and Director of Grooming and Education at Fluffology in North Hollywood, California. Liz has spent over three decades redefining what grooming can be. She is part of a growing movement to raise the standards of education in an unregulated industry -  and to remind us that a good groomer isn’t just about style, but about whole-being care.We talk about:💫 The deep relationship you can build with your groomer as an essential part of your dog’s healthcare team👁️ What groomers can notice about your dog’s health and behaviour that you or even your vet might miss🌬️ How your energy influences your dog’s experience at the groomer🧠 How to choose the right groomer — and the questions to ask🐕 The importance of nail care, regular maintenance, and how small changes can have big effects on your dog’s comfort and mobilityConnect with Liz: https://fluffology.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizsizzers/Join our free F.E.T.C.H. First Light Facebook group, our sanctuary where soulful dog mamas like you find clarity, confidence, and connection. https://facebook.com/groups/fetchfirstlightGrab your FREE copy of our Learn F.E.T.C.H. Starter Pack to begin your F.E.T.C.H. journey with your dog today!  https://www.learnfetch.com/pages/fetch-starter-packFollow us: https://instagram.com/learn.fetchDisclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease, or replace medical guidance. Please speak with your veterinarian.

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• Beyond "Complete and Balanced": Fear, Trust & the Alchemy of Real Food, with Lee Georgina

  What if our obsession with “complete and balanced” feeding isn’t really about our dogs at all… but about our fear of losing them?In this rich, honest conversation with Georgina of Georgina’s Kitchen, we unpack the deeper story beneath the formulas - the way fear, control, and love can all blur together when we just want to do right by our dogs.Georgina shares how her own journey began when her dog started having seizures at just three years old - a moment that led her to question everything she’d been told about nutrition. Her curiosity opened a door to independent research, including a small but eye-opening study testing zinc levels in local beef liver samples that completely changed her understanding of “balance.”Together, we explore what it really means for a dog to thrive - not through micromanaging numbers, but through trust, intuition, and food as a living, intelligent force.We talk about:Why “complete and balanced” guidelines were never meant to define thriving — and how they became a tool of fear-based marketing.What Georgina’s zinc testing revealed about the wild variation in natural foods, and why that’s not a flaw but a sign of life.The quiet freedom that comes when we loosen our grip on control and let nature take the lead.What street dogs in India can teach us about adaptability, intuition, and the power of relationship with place.The growing push toward vegan diets for dogs, and why honouring individuality matters more than ideology.How we can support balance across seasons, climates, and energies - without falling into “just in case” or “more is better.”The difference between food-based and nutrient-based thinking, and why one nourishes the whole being while the other fragments it.This is a conversation for anyone who’s ever felt overwhelmed by information, scared of getting it wrong, or tangled in the pressure to be the “perfect” dog guardian. It’s a reminder that the goal isn’t control - it’s connection.When we feed from trust instead of fear, food relationship, and magic.Connect with Georgina:https://georginaskitchen.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/georginaskitchen.blrJoin our free F.E.T.C.H. First Light Facebook group, our sanctuary where soulful dog mamas like you find clarity, confidence, and connection. https://facebook.com/groups/fetchfirstlightGrab your FREE copy of our Learn F.E.T.C.H. Starter Pack to begin your F.E.T.C.H. journey with your dog today!  https://www.learnfetch.com/pages/fetch-starter-packFollow us: https://instagram.com/learn.fetchConnect with me!https://mysticdogmama.comhttps://instagram.com/mysticdogmamaDisclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease, or replace medical guidance. Please speak with your veterinarian.

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