Kari and Kendra's Podcast with Jenny from GoodForYouGlutenFree

In this episode, we dive into the life experiences of Kendra Williams and Kari Bastyr, who are two key figures in the world of gluten-detection dogs. Both living with celiac disease, they depend on their specially trained dogs to detect gluten, but their paths crossed in a way that has forever changed the landscape of this niche

field.

It all started in 2020 when Kari came across a video posted by Kendra, showcasing her dog training with loose flour. Concerned that Kendra's training method was unsafe, Kari reached out through Instagram with a friendly warning. That simple DM sparked not only a conversation but also a strong friendship, and eventually, a business partnership.

As they shared their personal journeys with celiac disease and their dogs, they realized how many people had been misinformed or improperly trained. Combining Kari’s experience as a professional dog trainer-turned-gluten-detection service dog trainer with Kendra’s background in creating learning and development programs for corporations, the duo co-created a series of courses designed to help others understand what it takes to train their own gluten-detection dogs safely and effectively.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• How Kendra's battle with celiac disease and her ongoing symptoms led her to train a dog to detect gluten.

• How Kari's personal and professional experiences as a dog trainer, along with her own celiac diagnosis, ignited her passion for helping others.

• The ups and downs of living with a gluten-detection dog, including the challenges and the rewarding moments that come with it.

• And, of course, you'll meet their adorable dogs, Suki and Birdie!

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about resilience, innovation, and the special bond between these remarkable women and their four-legged partners.

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