Dogs Are Individuals

Hi, this is Rita Hogan and welcome to the Dogs Are Individuals podcast. I’m a clinical herbalist and I’ve been practicing for 20 years. This podcast is all about your dog through an herbal lens. So let’s get to it and dive right in. Welcome to another edition of shorts, shareable episodes that you can share with your pet loving friends. Today I am reviewing Bryce and Kenzie’s book The Modern Dog Parent Handbook, so let’s get into it.   Show Links:  Pre-order Rita Hogan’s The Herbal Dog The Modern Dog Parent Handbook: The Holistic Approach to Raw Feeding, Mental Enrichment and Keeping Your Dog Happy and Healthy by Bryce Francois and Kenzie Francois The Forever Dog: Surprising New Science to Help Your Canine Companion Live Younger, Healthier, and Longer by Rodney Kabib and Karen Shaw Becker    Sponsored By: Green Juju greenjuju.com   Check Out Rita: SIGN UP FOR MY NEW BOOK Rita’s Instagram Facebook Group My Courses My Website and Store

Hi, this is Rita Hogan and welcome to the Dogs Are Individuals podcast. I’m a clinical herbalist and I’ve been practicing for 20 years. This podcast is all about your dog through an herbal lens. So let’s get to it and dive right in. We are covering a little bit of kidney and urinary health today, upon request. We got an email requesting more information about urinary health for pups who struggle with urinary issues, crystals and UTI’s. I just did a review of the Modern Dog Parent Handbook by Bryce and Kenzie, a holistic approach to raw feeding, mental enrichment, and keeping your dog happy and healthy. This book is a great place to start, as well as The Forever Dog by Rodney Habib and Dr. Karen Becker. These will give you a lot of information to check out and use with your dog. My book, The Herbal Dog, will come out next February and is available for pre-sale right now at Inner Tradition publishing, Barnes and Nobles, and Amazon UK. Show Links:  Pre-order Rita Hogan’s The Herbal Dog The Modern Dog Parent Handbook: The Holistic Approach to Raw Feeding, Mental Enrichment and Keeping Your Dog Happy and Healthy by Bryce Francois and Kenzie Francois The Forever Dog: Surprising New Science to Help Your Canine Companion Live Younger, Healthier, and Longer by Rodney Kabib and Karen Shaw Becker    Sponsored By: Herbal Buddy HEARBALBUDDY20 for 20% at earthbuddypet.com   Real Mushrooms realmushrooms.com   Green Juju greenjuju.com   Adored Beast Apothecary HERBSROCK 15% off at adoredbeast.com   Check Out Rita: SIGN UP FOR MY NEW BOOK Rita’s Instagram Facebook Group My Courses My Website and Store  

Hi, this is Rita Hogan and welcome to the Dogs Are Individuals podcast. I’m a clinical herbalist and I’ve been practicing for 20 years. This podcast is all about your dog through an herbal lens. So let’s get to it and dive right in. Today is another pocket sized episode to share with your dog loving friends. We’re coming into Spring which is all about detoxification and detoxifying the liver. Before getting into this, there are a few things you should know. Things start moving and shaking inside the body, and we want to slowly wake things up in the body and be careful to not overburden the liver. Let’s jump into tips for detoxing safely.    Sponsored By:   Green Juju greenjuju.com   Check Out Rita: SIGN UP FOR MY NEW BOOK Rita’s Instagram Facebook Group My Courses My Website and Store

Hi, this is Rita Hogan and welcome to the Dogs Are Individuals podcast. I’m a clinical herbalist and I’ve been practicing for 20 years. This podcast is all about your dog through an herbal lens. So let’s get to it and dive right in. Today we are talking all about binders. We had a lovely person write in about wanting to know more about them. Binders can be used to help get toxins out of the body. Let’s dig into different binders, when to use them, dosages, and other special things to take into consideration when using them.   Sponsored By: Real Mushrooms realmushrooms.com   Green Juju greenjuju.com   Adored Beast Apothecary adoredbeast.com   Check Out Rita: SIGN UP FOR MY NEW BOOK Rita’s Instagram Facebook Group My Courses My Website and Store

Welcome back to another short episode, I am Rita Hogan, your host of Dogs Are Individuals. Today we are talking about alcohol. It has been a thorn in my side for misinformation and I want to set the record straight. Can you use tinctures with dogs? Is alcohol poison to dogs? As a drop dosing herbalist, I’ll talk about what levels are okay for your dogs to consume and at what levels are considered lethal.    Sponsored By:Green Jujugreenjuju.com   Check Out Rita: SIGN UP FOR MY NEW BOOKRita’s InstagramFacebook GroupMy CoursesMy Website and Store

Learn how to create a herbal first aid kit for dogs with remedies like chamomile and ginger. Explore dosage guidelines for different dog sizes, emotional well-being remedies, and calming techniques. Discover the benefits of herbs like slippery elm, calendula, and skull cap for various health issues. Dive into creating a complete herbal first aid kit for dogs with remedies for conditions like kidney failure, diarrhea, and bee stings.

Today I will talk about how our heart’s electromagnetic field affects our dogs, and the importance of managing our emotional states for their well-being. There’s a fine line in balancing care and obsession over pet health, as further outlined in my book “The Herbal Dog,” which investigates our emotional impact on our furry friends. Flower essences such as crab apple and white chestnut can improve our mental health and create a peaceful space for us and our dogs. The episode underscores the need for professional veterinary care and self-kindness in the pursuit of a harmonious human-dog relationship.   Sponsored By: Green Juju Greenjuju.com Adored Beast Apothecary AdoredBeast.com Check Out Rita: SIGN UP FOR MY NEW BOOKRita's InstagramFacebook GroupMy CoursesMy Website and Store

Today is all about uncovering the silent dangers in our homes that could be affecting your health and that of your furry friends. I will talk about some common household pollutants and how to create a cleaner, safer living space for your whole family. I talk about the deceptive marketing of household products, informed by alarming data from the Environmental Working Group, and realize the impact of toxic chemicals in everyday items like laundry boosters. As a cancer survivor, I bring a deeply personal perspective to this conversation, urging us all to rethink our choices as consumers for the sake of our loved ones and our planet. Moreover, for those of us with canine companions, especially those battling conditions like seizures, this episode is a call to re-evaluate the products we let cross our thresholds, recognizing the profound impact they can have on the health and happiness of our pets. Show Links: https://www.ewg.org/guides/cleaners/2607-DownyUnstopablesInWashScentBoosterFresh/ https://www.ewg.org/news-insights/news/2022/08/skip-most-toxic-fabric-softeners  Sponsored By: The Adored Beast Apothecary CODE HERBSROCK for 15% OFF RealMushrooms.com Check Out Rita:   SIGN UP FOR MY NEW BOOK Rita’s Instagram Facebook Group My Courses My Website and Store  

Join me today as I delve into the benefits and potential risks of using adaptogens for your beloved canines. I discuss the rejuvenating qualities of Cordyceps mushrooms and other adaptogenic herbs, emphasizing the importance of understanding dosage and seeking professional advice. This episode is filled with invaluable information on using adaptogenic herbs for your dog's wellness, reinforcing the necessity of consulting with your vet before altering your pet's health routine. It's an intriguing conversation that highlights the importance of creating a health plan that suits your dog's unique needs. Remember, this information is provided for educational purposes and does not replace professional medical advice, nor is it endorsed by the FDA. Tune in and enhance your knowledge of natural dog health care.  Sponsored By: Green Juju greenjuju.com Check Out Rita: SIGN UP FOR MY NEW BOOK Rita’s Instagram Facebook Group My Courses My Website and Store

How do you make sure your dog thrives through the nip of winter? I tackle the challenges of winter care for dogs, from protecting their kidneys and musculoskeletal system to addressing the increased risk of ailments like osteosarcoma and arthritis. It's not just about what you feed them, but also the quality and preparation that matter in these colder months.  It's all about knowledge, care, and a pinch of natural wisdom to help your canine pal weather the winter with a wag in their tail. Sponsored By: The Adored Beast Apothecary CODE HERBSROCK for 15% OFF RealMushrooms.com Check Out Rita:   SIGN UP FOR MY NEW BOOK Rita’s Instagram Facebook Group My Courses My Website and Store