Augustine Approved

25/05/2026

“Common” does NOT mean normal.

We have slowly been conditioned to accept things like itchy skin, gut issues, recurring ear infections, inflammation and chronic disease as if they’re just an unavoidable part of owning a dog.

But I don’t believe that.

I believe the small things we do every single day matter more than most people realise.
Diet.
Lifestyle.
Environment.
Stress.
Stimulation.
Movement.
Ingredients.

Everything adds up over time but there’s always something we can do to better support the body before things go wrong.

If this resonates with you and you’d like to learn more, I’ve written a heap of blogs over the years covering natural dog health, nutrition and prevention-based thinking.

Head to:
www.AugustineApproved.com

And as always feel free to reach out. ✌🏼

07/05/2026

The countdown is on! Looking forward to seeing you all there!

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CANINE MASTERS 2026 IS OFFICIALLY ON. 🔥
After an incredible 2025, Canine Masters returns to The Capitol, Melbourne on October 31st, 2026… and this year is going to be bigger, more immersive, and more exciting in every way.

🌍 International speakers
🎤 World-class talks
🐕 Curated natural health expo
📸 Meet & greets, signings & more

We’re beyond excited to officially announce our 2026 speaker lineup:
🇺🇸 Dr. Judy Morgan
🇺🇸 Billy Hoekman
🇬🇧 Caroline Ingraham
🇦🇺 Lee Carroll

Hosted by Phivo the Dog Health Guy from Augustine Approved and Michelle Cummins from The Natural Pet Farmacy.
This is ONLY the beginning.

The brand-new website and ticket release are now just around the corner, and trust us… you’re going to want to be quick when tickets drop.

🎟️ Tickets releasing soon.
📩 Join the mailing list now at caninemasters.com.au to be first in line when early bird tickets go live.

We’ve also had overwhelming interest from sponsors already, with most partnership positions snapped up fast. There are still a small number of opportunities remaining for aligned brands wanting to be part of Canine Masters 2026. Huge thank you to the following sponsors that have already joined us: PetWell, Bugsy’s, Lenny’s Kitchen, Raw Spirit, Augustine Approved, and The Natural Pet Farmacy.

And for everyone asking — yes, the 2025 event content is almost ready and will soon be released for attendees AND those who couldn’t make it last year.

This movement is growing fast and 2026 is going to be something special.

17/04/2026

15/03/2026

No dog ever chases a tennis ball without joy — and that’s exactly why this conversation matters so much.

For many dogs, the simple act of seeing a ball fly through the air lights up something deep inside them. The sprint, the chase, the proud return — these small moments are some of the happiest rituals we share with our dogs.

But sometimes the most ordinary habits can quietly carry risks we rarely stop to question.

In the final part of this four-part series, I take a closer look at the humble tennis ball and explore what many people never realise — how the felt surface, long-term chewing, swallowed fragments, and the repetitive sprint-stop pattern of fetch can influence dental health, digestion, and joints over time. It’s not about fear or blame.

It’s about understanding the small things that shape our dogs’ comfort across the years we share with them.

If your dog means everything to you, Part Four of this series is a story worth reading. Read it here:
https://augustineapproved.com.au/blogs/default-blog/tennis-balls-dogs-joint-damage-dental-wear

14/03/2026

No dog ever chases a ball without joy — and that’s exactly why protecting their movement matters so much. The games they love, the runs through the park, the excited sprints across the grass… all shape how comfortably their bodies will move in the years ahead.

I did a deep dive into what can be done so that you don't have to take the joy of fetch away from our dogs in order to support their physical health.

It’s about learning how to protect the happiness we share with them — by building stronger muscles, maintaining a healthy body condition, and making small adjustments that can quietly protect their joints over time.

If your dog means the world to you, Part Three of this series is a story worth reading.

Read it here:
https://augustineapproved.com.au/blogs/default-blog/how-to-protect-dogs-back-legs

09/03/2026

Two Years Without Augustine

It’s strange how time works. In some ways it feels like yesterday — I can still picture her exactly as she was. The way she walked, the way she looked at me, the quiet confidence she carried everywhere she went. In other ways, it feels like a lifetime ago.

Augustine wasn’t just a dog to me. She was my companion, my teacher, and the reason Augustine Approved exists.

She was the dog who made me start asking questions - the inspiration that made me look deeper into nutrition, health, and how we care for our ourselves and our animals.

The truth is, dogs are never “just dogs.” They shape our lives in ways we often don’t fully understand until they’re gone.

Thank you, Augustine for the lessons, for the love, and for starting a journey that continues to help so many people and dogs today.

What I would give for one more snuggle. Hug your dogs, people.

27/02/2026

The bestest boys of Augustine Approved. ❤️

15/02/2026

What if a drug could help your dog live longer…
but the important question isn’t just can it — but how does it do it, and should it?

New longevity drugs like LOY-001, LOY-002 and LOY-003 are being developed to slow aspects of aging and potentially extend healthy lifespan in dogs. The promise is hopeful — but the deeper story is far more complex, touching on biology, ethics, lifestyle, transparency, and the quiet question every loving dog person eventually faces: does more time always mean better time?

I’ve just published what may be the most important article I’ve ever written — a balanced, deeply personal exploration of hope, risk, science, and love at the edge of modern veterinary medicine.

If you love your dog, this is a conversation worth having.
Read it here:
https://augustineapproved.com.au/blogs/default-blog/longevity-drugs-for-dogs

12/02/2026

No one ever throws a ball without love and that’s what makes this conversation so important.

Because sometimes the smallest, most ordinary moments — a run in the park, a joyful chase, the look in their eyes as they bring the ball back — are quietly shaping the comfort of the years still to come.

This isn’t about doing anything wrong. It’s about discovering how to protect the happiness we treasure… for as long as possible.

If your dog means everything to you, Part Two of this series is a story worth reading.

Read it here:
https://augustineapproved.com.au/blogs/default-blog/is-fetch-bad-for-dogs-joints

11/02/2026

I wrote this with a heavy heart — and a hopeful one.

Because muscle wasting, stiffness, and “just getting older” are not stories I want other dogs to live through if awareness can change the ending.

This is the beginning of the most important series of articles I’ve ever created, and it’s all about mobility and joint health. Part 1 is now live. For Augustine… and for every dog still running beside us. 🐾

Read the article here:
https://augustineapproved.com.au/blogs/default-blog/early-signs-of-arthritis-in-dogs-movement-and-joint-health

10/02/2026

From the vault! December 2018… so good to look through these testimonials. ❤️

Real and organic nutrition. No shortcuts.