Dogs Are Individuals

  We are going to talk about beautiful (and misunderstood) dandelions today.   If people understood the health benefits of these wonderful plants, they would stop spraying them with weed killer.  We need to save the Dandelions and save the bees! Topics Covered: 4:12 - What you can do with dandelions 5:37 - The latin meaning of dandelion 6:20 - What part of the dandelion you can cons...

On this week Mini Episode, I am answering more of your questions. This week I go over why your dogs hair changed direction as well as collapsed tracheas. If you want to submit a question to this show, you can always click the link below.  Topics Covered: Chiropractic care  When hair changes direction, what could it mean? Collapsing trachea and coughing   Underlying causes of collaps...

One of my favorite tools in my toolbox are flower essences.  Someone recently wrote into the show asking about them, so this episode will be about just that! Topics Covered: Dr Bach and flower essences Psychosomatics between emotions and disease. Rescue Remedy How to get started with flower essences The effects of flower essences Scotch Broom and trauma Comfrey flower Borage flower When and h...

On this episode, I am answering more of your questions. If you want to submit a question to this show, you can always click the link below. Topics Discussed:   Parasites Tape worm and tape worm remedies Giardia and signs of Giardia Chronic Allergies Sponsored By: Real Dog Box The Adored Beast Apothecary RealMushrooms.com Check Out Rita: Rita’s Instagram Facebook Group My Courses My Website an...

We are going to talk about using herbs today.  I have been working on my book today, so I am very inspired to talk to you about some basic herbal guidelines that I think can really help you and your dog out. Topics Covered: Energetics   Do herbs have side effects? Excess and deficiency   Long treatment with herbs   Toxic Vs non toxic herbs   How many supplements can y...

On this weeks mini episode, I go in depth on Marshmallow root.  If you like this episode, share it with someone who could use this information.  And as always, if you have any questions for the show, click the link below. Topics Covered: How to consume marshmallow root Marshmallow root dosing   Slippery elm, its risks and its benefits   Benefits of marshmallow root What to comb...

On this episode, I help you understand why your dog may be vomiting yellow bile. I also answer some questions about how I got started in herbalism, as well as the history of herbalism. Topics Covered:  What causes bile to accumulate? How to prevent your dog from vomiting bile   What meds can cause your dog to vomit yellow bile Herbs to prevent your dog from vomiting yellow bile   Ho...

On this episode, I answer some of YOUR questions.  As always, if you have any questions for the show, submit them at the link below. Topics Covered: Liver issues and solutions Herbalism for healthy dogs Preventative herbalism Working with the seasons Can dogs eat fruit? Sponsored By: Real Dog Box The Adored Beast Apothecary RealMushrooms.com Check Out Rita: Rita’s Instagram Facebook Group My...

On this weeks episode, we are going to be talking about dogs and the esophagus today.  We got a special request to cover some  esophageal conditions and I can't wait for you to hear.  Don't forget to share this FREE and valuable information with your friends, it really helps this show.  Thanks for listening :) Topics Covered: What is the esophagus? What is the role of the esoph...

On this episode, I answer some of YOUR questions.  As always, if you have any questions for the show, submit them at the link below. Topics Covered: How is Small Batch Raw Food?   Can all dogs eat the same diet? Is pasteurized milk okay to give to dogs? When to use antibiotics   Issue with overusing antibiotics   Sponsored By: Real Dog Box The Adored Beast Apothecary RealMushro...

When we are talking about healing, we have to find out if your pets issues stem from either excess or deficiency.   So, this episode is all about that.   Excess and deficiency! Topics Covered: How to know if your pet has excessive symptoms   Excessive consumption and inflammation   Why over feeding our dogs is a problem   Hyper function How to calm inflammation and excessi...

On this weeks Mini Episode, I answer another fan question.  If you want to submit a fan question, email me at the link below! Topics Covered:   What is homeopathy?  Poisonous Plants Homeopathic Remedies Anxiety and Stress Where to learn about homeopathy Herbalism vs. homeopathy Placebo effect Sponsored By: Real Dog Box The Adored Beast Apothecary RealMushrooms.com Check Out Rita: Ri...

On this weeks episode, I answer a fan question about splenectomy’s. Topics Covered: Removal of spleens and why it’s so common in dogs Allopathic view of the spleen         The spleens purpose   Spleen and the immune system   What to expect if your dog has their spleen removed What type of herbal support can help your pet after a splenectomy   Importance of stimul...

On this weeks mini episode, I unwrap a supplement called  Palmitoylethanolamide aka PEA. Topics Covered: What is PEA ( Palmitoylethanolamide) The Entourage Effect Anti inflammatories Why you need to address the nervous system for a faster better healing Gabapentin PEA dosages PEA Drug Interactions What pets would benefit from PEA   Sponsored By: The Adored Beast Apothecary RealMushrooms....

On this weeks episode, I continue my talk on Pancreatitis. If you have not listened to Part 1, you can listen here.  Topics Covered: Acute vs chronic pancreatitis How to get a diagnosis Foods to avoid and foods to give your pets for pancreatitis Steps for curing pancreatitis Inflammation Phytoembryonic Therapy Sponsored By: The Adored Beast Apothecary RealMushrooms.com Check Out Rita: Rita’s...

On this mini episode, I go into detail about Nettles. Topics Covered: Why people don’t like nettles Why nettles are great for you and your pets Kidneys and what herbs do for them Winter stagnation   Why it’s important to work with the liver during the spring   Damp heat   Edema   Leaky gut   Nettle infusion   Nettle dosage   How long to take nettle for   Dry...

On this weeks episode, I talk about digestive enzymes.  As always, if you like this episode, please share it with your friends and family, rate and review on your podcast app and buy try something from my wonderful sponsors :) Topics Discussed: What pets need digestive enzymes Dog saliva and digestion   Where the enzymes come from in the dogs body Dogs that eat kibble are defic...

In this mini episode, I am going to talk all things Milk Thistle.     Topics Covered: What is Milk Thistle? Milk Thistle and the liver.   What Milk Thistle does in the body   What Milk Thistle is used for Who can take Milk Thistle Milk Thistle dosage Sponsored By: The Adored Beast Apothecary RealMushrooms.com Check Out Rita: Rita’s Instagram Facebook Group My Courses My Website...

On this week's episode, I go into something that we (and our pets) all have to deal with at some point in our life, grief and trauma.  I also give you some herbal remedies for you and your pets trauma.  Make sure to listen all the way to the end because I point out some ingredients you should watch out for in your pets food!   Sponsored By: The Adored Beast Apothecary RealMushrooms....

On this weeks mini episode, I give you all the info on Ashwagandha. Benefits of Ashwagandha When to give Ashwagandha to your pet Adaptogens Properties of Ashwagandha What you can mix it with Nettle Seed How to use Ashwagandha Sponsored By: The Adored Beast Apothecary RealMushrooms.com Check Out Rita: Rita’s Instagram Facebook Group My Courses My Website and Store

On this weeks episode, we go over all things Pancreatitis. Topics Discussed: What is the pancreas   Where is the pancreas   What is pancreatitis   Breeds susceptible to pancreatitis   What contributes to pancreatitis   Fats for you and your pet Kibble   Excessive grain consumption   Leaky gut Autoimmune Disease   What pancreatitis looks like   Why a goo...

On this weeks mini episode, I talk to you about the difference between Allopathic and Holistic Herbalism. Topics Discussed: Negative and positive aspects of antibiotics   Standard care   Issues with giving dogs flagyl for loose stool   Benefits of herbs   Why it’s important to treat the entire dog and not just the symptoms   Trusting the remedy   Sponsored By: Th...

On this weeks episode, we are going to talk about whole plant medicine versus standardized extracts. Topics Discussed: History of herbs   State of the veterinary industry   Pet vaccines   Whole plan herbalism Standardized herbal extract Turmeric   Liver function   Milk thistle   Quality of the plant   How to easily feed your pet herbs   Sponsored By: The Ado...

On this mini episode, I am going over your dogs lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is what I like to call the forgotten component of the immune system. It protects the body by filtering out harmful waste as it returns circulating fluids back into the blood. Topics Discussed: What the lymphatic system does   Drainage   Lymph nodes   Lymph fluid Microbiome   Immune system &nb...

Your dog can live a long and bountiful life, but you may have to make some changes for that to be a reality.  A dog at age 8 should NOT be considered a geriatric dog, but unfortunately in today’s society, that is a normality.  In this week’s episode, I talk about how to extend your dog’s life. Topics Discussed: Geriatric dogs  Benefits of holistic food Benefits of holistic herbs&nbs...