Encore Episode: How Dogs Can Save Your Life

After a lifetime of failed diet attempts, and the onset of type-2 diabetes due to his weight, Eric went to a new doctor, who surprisingly prescribed a shelter dog.
Eric O'Grey was 150 pounds overweight, depressed, and sick. After a lifetime of failed diet attempts, and the onset of type-2 diabetes due to his weight, Eric went to a new doctor, who surprisingly prescribed a shelter dog.

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That's when Eric met Peety: an overweight, middle-aged, and forgotten dog who, like Eric, had seen better days. The two adopted each other and began an incredible journey together, forming a bond of unconditional love that forever changed their lives.

Over the next year, just by going on walks, playing together, and eating plant-based foods, Eric lost 150 pounds, and Peety lost 25. As a result, Eric reversed his diabetes, got off all medication, and became happy and healthy for the first time in his life-eventually reconnecting with and marrying his high school sweetheart.

Eric captured this journey in his book, Walking with Peety: The Dog Who Saved My Life. Listen as he joins host Lisa Davis to share insights from the book, as well as how he (and Peety) regained whole health.

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Additional Info

  • Segment Number: 1
  • Audio File: talk_healthy/tt166.mp3
  • Featured Speaker: Eric O'Grey
  • Book Title: Walking with Peety: The Dog Who Saved My Life
  • Guest Facebook Account: https://www.facebook.com/EricOGrey
  • Guest Twitter Account: @Eric_OGrey
  • Guest Bio: Eric-OGreyEric O'Grey is an inspirational speaker with a Bachelor of Science in finance from San Jose State University and a Juris Doctor from Emory University.

    Eric enjoys long-distance running with his dog Jake, gourmet plant-based cooking, and spending time with his wife, Jaye.

    He is passionate about animal kindness, plant-based nutrition and helping others reverse obesity and achieve their optimal weight and happiness.
  • Length (mins): 26:34
  • Waiver Received: No
  • Host: Lisa Davis, MPH