Dogs Are Individuals

Dogs Are Individuals

Hosted by: Rita Hogan

Ramblings and Guidance From an Herbalist Whose Life Has Gone To The Dogs.

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Chickens, Chamomile, and My Dog’s Health: Google’s Herbal Myths Are Harming Your Dog

In this episode, I’m sharing something that’s near and dear to my heart: how to find reliable herbal information for your dogs. We’ve all been there—googling herbs for pets and getting overwhelmed by conflicting...
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The Top Brain-Boosting Herbs Every Dog Needs for a Sharper Mind! | Short

In this episode, I’m talking about cognition and how we can support our dogs' brain health through herbs and nutrition. I’ll walk you through some of my favorite herbs like Ginkgo Biloba, Gotu Kola, Bacopa, and Lion's...
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Winter Kidneys: Keeping Your Dog Healthy In The Winter

In this episode, I'm chatting about kidney health as we roll into "kidney season" (yep, that’s a thing) from December 21st to March 21st, and I’m sharing some nuggets from my book The Herbal Dog. I’ll explain how...
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Gallbladder Health In Dogs | Short

In this episode, I’m answering a listener's question about gallbladder sludge in dogs—something I’ve been seeing more of lately. Irene wrote in about her Chihuahua's condition and asked for advice, so I dive into what...
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Feeding Frozen Food To Your Dog

In this episode, we tackle the *controversial* topic of feeding frozen food to your dog. I discuss why consistently feeding very cold or frozen food may not be the best choice for your dog’s digestive health,...
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What Is Deficiency In Dogs

In today’s episode, I talk about the idea of "deficiency" in dogs and how it can show up in their health. I cover signs like low energy, poor appetite, and a dry coat, and explain how things like chronic illness,...
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The Power of Antioxidants

In this episode, we explore the powerful world of antioxidants and their benefits for both you and your dog. You'll learn what antioxidants are, how they help neutralize harmful free radicals, and how they can support...
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Tiger Milk Mushrooms | Short

Today we are going to talk about mushrooms again! One thing, mushrooms are NOT herbs and they are used differently even though people tend to lump them together. When I tell you mushrooms you need to use quite a bit...
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Treating Anxious and Restless Dogs

In this episode, I’m talking all about restlessness and anxiety in dogs—something I get a lot of questions about. I’m answering a listener's question on how we can use herbs to help with things like reactivity,...
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My New Book! | Short

In this exciting episode of Dogs Are Individuals, I celebrate the launch of my new book, The Herbal Dog. With over 20 years of experience as a clinical canine herbalist, I’m thrilled to share how to view your dog...
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Mast Cell Tumors Pt. 2

In this episode of Dogs Are Individuals, I explore the world of mast cell tumors, responding to a listener's request for a more detailed understanding of this common canine condition. Drawing on my 20 years of...
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Overlapping Ingredients | Short

In this episode of Dogs Are Individuals, I explore the importance of understanding herbal labels for our furry friends. Drawing from my experience as a clinical canine herbalist, I share the potential pitfalls of...
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