Bre’s deep love for her dogs has shaped nearly every chapter of her life. From fishing trips to quiet walks in the woods, her Golden Retrievers were always at the center and not just pets, but family, companions, and teachers.

For years, she followed conventional veterinary advice, believing she was doing everything right. That changed in 2023, when her senior Golden, Ann, began showing signs of arthritis. A prescription for daily pain pills felt like a band-aid, not a solution, and that moment sparked a shift. Bre found a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCVM) vet who introduced her to the world of holistic care. Within weeks of changing Ann and her younger dog Skip’s diets and addressing the root causes of imbalance, their transformations were undeniable. More energy. Fewer symptoms. A lightness Bre hadn’t seen in years.

Then came 2024… the year everything changed. Ann was diagnosed with oral cancer and given just months to live. Refusing to give up, Bre sought support from a holistic veterinarian and used natural therapies to give Ann nine full, joyful, medication-free months beyond her diagnosis. Two months later, Skip was diagnosed with aggressive cancer as well. Though his life ended quickly, his loss added fuel to a fire that had already begun to burn in Bre, a commitment to help others avoid the same heartbreak.

She threw herself into study, becoming certified in holistic pet health through Dr. Ruth Roberts’ intensive program. But her education didn’t stop there. Bre’s background includes an MBA, a BS in accounting, and a full creative career in photography and design. These skills converged naturally into her role today: a holistic dog health educator who translates complex concepts into clear, actionable steps for the everyday dog parent.

Bre isn’t a veterinarian or medical professional, and she’s transparent about that. What she brings to the table is lived experience, obsessive research, formal holistic training, and a rare ability to teach in a way that’s both grounded and empowering. Her platform, @tailswellhealth, has grown rapidly because she speaks from the heart, challenges the norm, and gives dog parents what they’re really looking for: clarity, confidence, and a different path forward.

Bre’s mission is simple but powerful: to help dog parents support their pets naturally, prevent chronic disease, and build vibrant health from the inside out. She believes life’s unexpected turns can lead us exactly where we’re meant to be, and for her, that place is right here, educating others with purpose and passion.