Australia's Canine Wellness Event of the Year Has Arrived!
Live Talks, World Class Experts & Natural Health Insights at Canine Masters 2025
Prepare for an inspiring and interactive experience as Canine Masters 2025 takes centre stage at “the world’s most beautiful cinema”, The Capitol in Melbourne on 15 November 2025, uniting dog lovers, pet parents, holistic practitioners and wellness advocates for a full day of learning, connection, and natural health inspiration.
Proudly supported by major sponsor The Pet Food Shop, the full-day event is set to be a spectacular experience, as promised by co-hosts Phivo Christodoulou, founder of Augustine Approved Pty Ltd, and Michelle Cummins of the Natural Pet Farmacy and STAN Pet Beds.
“We’re thrilled to launch the very first Canine Masters event; a ground-breaking experience for anyone passionate about natural canine health,” says Phivo. “It’s a global coming together of some of the most respected minds in the field. We are absolutely delighted to announce our world-class lineup for 2025!”
With trailblazers like clinical herbalist Rita Hogan (USA) and renowned veterinary homeopath Dr Michael Dym (USA) among the distinguished speakers, the event promises dynamic discussions, practical insights, a touch of comedy and heartfelt inspiration.
The event will unite dog lovers, pet health professionals and passionate animal advocates for an unforgettable showcase of global expertise, innovation and inspiration, said Michelle.
“Canine Masters is more than a conference. It’s a leading forum for advancing canine health and wellbeing through natural, science-backed practices, and I’m incredibly proud to be part of an event that brings such valuable knowledge to our pet loving community,” she said.
Phivo described the event as a celebration of nature-first approaches, arriving at a time when more people are seeking genuine alternatives to pharmaceuticals and symptom-focused care.
Proudly supported by major sponsor The Pet Food Shop, the full-day event is set to be a spectacular experience, as promised by co-hosts Phivo Christodoulou, founder of Augustine Approved Pty Ltd, and Michelle Cummins of the Natural Pet Farmacy and STAN Pet Beds.
“We’re thrilled to launch the very first Canine Masters event; a ground-breaking experience for anyone passionate about natural canine health,” says Phivo. “It’s a global coming together of some of the most respected minds in the field. We are absolutely delighted to announce our world-class lineup for 2025!”
The event will unite dog lovers, pet health professionals and passionate animal advocates for an unforgettable showcase of global expertise, innovation and inspiration, said Michelle.
“Canine Masters is more than a conference. It’s a leading forum for advancing canine health and wellbeing through natural, science-backed practices, and I’m incredibly proud to be part of an event that brings such valuable knowledge to our pet loving community,” she said.
Phivo described the event as a celebration of nature-first approaches, arriving at a time when more people are seeking genuine alternatives to pharmaceuticals and symptom-focused care.
“It’s not about competition; it’s about collaboration and community. We’re creating something special for the pet wellness industry and giving back through shared knowledge, connection and spirit,” he said.“The excitement is already unleashed and growing fast across the industry, with flights and accommodation already booked by industry professionals and devoted pet parents from every state in Australia, and internationally from Singapore and Malaysia — all before tickets had even gone on sale!”
Canine Masters 2025 features a powerhouse line-up of international and Australian speakers, including:
Rita Hogan, clinical herbalist, educator and author of The Herbal Dog, has seen “first-hand that dogs are living in increasingly artificial environments, exposed to synthetic chemicals, processed foods, unnecessary pharmaceuticals and chronic stress,” she said.
“Dogs’ natural resilience is being eroded, and they need more than isolated treatments. They need whole-system, individualised support. It’s summits like Canine Masters that are leading the way by teaching people how to work with nature, not against it.”
Rita will discuss the foundational role of the nervous system in a dog’s overall health and how it influences every other system in the body, from digestion and immunity to the endocrine and cardiovascular systems.
“I’ll be sharing how to recognise the signs of nervous system imbalance, and how to bring it back into harmony using herbal medicine,” she said. You’re in for something truly eye-opening! Your dog will thank you for it.”
From Australia, integrative veterinarian Dr Matthew Muir – Clinical Director of All Natural Vet Care and Co-Founder of Lyka Pet Food – brings many years of experience in functional preventative medicine and wholefood nutrition.
In his talk titled, A Functional Medicine Approach to Preventative Canine Care, Dr Matthew will share how a proactive, individualised approach to canine care can prevent disease before it starts, and how pet parents can work in partnership with their vets to support long-term wellness.
“We’re seeing a rise in chronic conditions, like cancer, autoimmune disease and digestive disorders. Functional medicine allows us to address these at the root level rather than simply managing symptoms, and reshape preventative pet care and outcomes,” said Dr Matthew.
Dr Matthew encourages pet owners to “think further upstream and be proactive, not wait to react to issues.” At Canine Masters, he’ll share evidence-based strategies to improve health outcomes, along with real-world insights into how they’re put into practice
“Whether you’re a first-time dog owner or a seasoned natural health advocate, this event is welcoming, practical and packed with tools you can take home and use to add healthy years to your dog’s life,” he said.
- Rita Hogan (USA) – Clinical herbalist & author of The Herbal Dog
- Carolyn Ingram (UK) – Founder of Applied Zoopharmacognosy and the Ingraham Method of Individualised Medicine (IMIM)
- Dr. Michael Dym (USA) – VMD. Classical veterinary homeopathy
- Amy Renz (USA) – CEO of Goodness Gracious
- Dr. Matthew Muir (AUS) – Lyka Co-founder & Integrative Veterinarian. BVSc/BVetBiol (Hons) MRCVS
- Phivo Christodoulou (AUS) – The Dog Health Guy & founder of Augustine Approved
“Dogs’ natural resilience is being eroded, and they need more than isolated treatments. They need whole-system, individualised support. It’s summits like Canine Masters that are leading the way by teaching people how to work with nature, not against it.”
Rita will discuss the foundational role of the nervous system in a dog’s overall health and how it influences every other system in the body, from digestion and immunity to the endocrine and cardiovascular systems.
“I’ll be sharing how to recognise the signs of nervous system imbalance, and how to bring it back into harmony using herbal medicine,” she said. You’re in for something truly eye-opening! Your dog will thank you for it.”
In his talk titled, A Functional Medicine Approach to Preventative Canine Care, Dr Matthew will share how a proactive, individualised approach to canine care can prevent disease before it starts, and how pet parents can work in partnership with their vets to support long-term wellness.
“We’re seeing a rise in chronic conditions, like cancer, autoimmune disease and digestive disorders. Functional medicine allows us to address these at the root level rather than simply managing symptoms, and reshape preventative pet care and outcomes,” said Dr Matthew.
Dr Matthew encourages pet owners to “think further upstream and be proactive, not wait to react to issues.” At Canine Masters, he’ll share evidence-based strategies to improve health outcomes, along with real-world insights into how they’re put into practice
“Whether you’re a first-time dog owner or a seasoned natural health advocate, this event is welcoming, practical and packed with tools you can take home and use to add healthy years to your dog’s life,” he said.
Canine Masters - Event Highlights:
- Date: Saturday, 15 November 2025
- Location: The Capitol, Melbourne VIC
- Live Talks: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Expo Experience: 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM featuring select, forward-thinking brands that align with the event’s natural health vision
- Meet & Greets, Publicity Photos & Book Signings with speakers
- Post-Show Intimate Cocktail Evening for VIP Ticket Holders with Speakers, Hosts and Sponsors
Alongside a full day of knowledge, experience and inspiration, every attendee receives an expertly curated showbag packed with premium health products and goodies.
Ticket prices for this catered event start from $159AUD, and time permitting, everyone will have an opportunity to meet and have a photo opportunity with the speakers.
For details, please visit caninemasters.com.au/pages/tickets
MEDIA RELEASE, 15th August 2025
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