Dogs Are Individuals
by Rita Hogan
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Are You Treating Symptoms Instead of the Cause? | Short
Are You Treating Symptoms Instead of the Cause? | Short
About this podcast
Ramblings and Guidance From an Herbalist Whose Life Has Gone To The Dogs.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 191 episodes
- Are You Treating Symptoms Instead of the Cause? | Short · 15 min192: Today I’m sharing my thoughts on why holistic dog care can still fall into the trap of treating symptoms instead of looking at the bigger picture. I talk about choosing…
- A Conversation About Holistic Pet Professionals · 35 min191: In this episode, I’m sharing my thoughts on how veterinarians and other professionals can work together to support dogs. I talk about knowing your limits, getting hands-on…
- Common Herbal Mistakes to Avoid for Your Dog | Short · 19 min190: In this episode, I’m sharing some common mistakes herbalists can make when working with herbs for dogs. We’ll talk about why natural doesn’t always mean gentle, the…
- Whole Food Vitamins, Omegas + More for Your Dog · 27 min189: I’m coming to you live from the AHVMA conference in San Diego with my herbal understudy and friend, Krista Fox of Pug and Hound. We’re talking about holistic veterinary…
- Does Your Dog Have Gallbladder Sludge? Try These Herbs | Short · 18 min188: Gallbladder sludge can be a frustrating issue for dogs, so in this episode, I’m sharing some of the herbal remedies I like to use to support the gallbladder and liver. We’ll…
- 5 Steps To Better Organ Health For Your Dog · 32 min187: This week, I’m breaking down my five-step framework for supporting your dog’s organ health with herbs. We’re talking about the nervous system, lymphatic system, liver…
- Seasonal Transition Into Fall: Colon & Respiratory Health | Short · 21 min186: As we transition from summer into fall, our dogs can experience subtle changes in their bodies and overall health. In this episode, I talk about the connection between the…
- What You Should Know About Milk Thistle · 34 min185: Is all milk thistle really the same? In this episode, I talk about the difference between whole milk thistle seed and standardized milk thistle extracts, how they differ…
- Herbal Support for Arthritis + Joint Pain in Dogs · 19 min184: In this short episode, I’m coming to you from SuperZoo in Las Vegas to share one of her biggest takeaways from the event. After dealing with significant back pain throughout…
- How to Support Your Dog Through Candida & Yeast Overgrowth · 23 min183: Does your dog struggle with itchy skin, ear issues, or constantly chewing their paws? In this episode, I talk all about candida and yeast overgrowth in dogs, what can cause…
- Should You Deworm Your Dog? What Every Owner Should Know | Short · 18 min182: Should you deworm your dog regularly, or only when it's actually necessary? In this episode, I break down why routine deworming without testing may not always be the best…
- Supporting Your Dog Through Wildfire Smoke · 35 min181: Wildfire smoke can be hard on both you and your dog. In this episode, I share simple ways to reduce smoke exposure, how to recognize when your dog may need extra support…
- The Right Way to Use Comfrey for Dogs | Short · 25 min180: Comfrey is one of herbalism's most beloved plants but it's also one of the most misunderstood. While it's known for supporting the healing of bones, ligaments, tendons, and…
- How pH Affects Your Dog's Health · 35 min179: Many dog owners worry about whether their dog's body is too acidic or too alkaline…but is that actually the right question? In this episode, I explain how pH works…
- The Benefits of Mullein Oil for Your Dog's Ears | Short · 18 min178: Mullein is one of my favorite herbs for supporting irritated dog ears naturally. In this episode, I share why mullein flower oil has been used for generations to calm…
- Frequencies and Dogs, The Unseen World · 33 min177: In this episode, I'm diving into frequency medicine and why I believe it's an often-overlooked part of healing. I talk about hertz, resonance, and the energetic signatures…
- The Surprising Benefits of Soil Probiotics for Dogs | Short · 18 min176: I recently got a chance to review the clinical research behind Green Juju's Soil Probiotics, and honestly, the results blew my mind. In this short episode, I'm breaking…
- Pancreatitis in Dogs: What It Is and How to Treat It · 29 min175: In this one, I'm walking through what pancreatitis actually is, the difference between acute and chronic, what causes it (hint: I don't blame high-fat diets), and how to…
- The Hidden Weight of Pet Loss, Grief + Regret | Short · 18 min174: Have you ever found yourself replaying all the things you wish you had known before your dog passed away? Today I'm talking about grief, regret, and those imaginary…
- How To Choose The Right Herbal Remedy For Dogs | Short · 16 min173: I’ve noticed so many dog parents getting overwhelmed trying to choose the “right” herbal product for their dogs…tinctures, glycerites, powders, chews… what’s actually best?…
