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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Episodes

Dog Detox Protocols, How to Safely Remove Lead Exposure

168: In this episode, I wrap up my lead series by walking through what a real herbal protocol for lead exposure in dogs actually looks like in practice. Instead of aggressive detox approaches, I focus on gentle...
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Dog Detox 101, Clearing Lead and Heavy Metals Safely | Short

167: In this episode, I break down how lead and other heavy metals quietly build up in your dog’s body, and what you can do about it using herbal medicine. I walk you through phytoembryonic therapies, including...
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The Truth About Lead, Herbs, and Your Dog’s Health

166: In this episode, I’m digging into one of the most misunderstood and fear-driven topics in the natural pet space, lead and heavy metals in herbs. I break down what actually matters when it comes to exposure, why...
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Heavy Metals in Herbs? What Dog Owners Need to Know | Short

165: Are heavy metals hiding in your dog’s herbal supplements? In this short episode, I break down the truth about lead in herbs and why this issue is more about environmental exposure than contamination. I walk you...
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How to Support Your Dog Through Mold Exposure

164: Today I’m covering a topic most of us try to avoid…mold. I’ll walk you through how mold affects both dogs and people, why some of us get sick while others don’t, and the key systems in the body that handle toxins...
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Glaucoma vs Cataracts: Protect Your Dog’s Eyes Naturally | Short

163: Okay, now onto eyes - last episode we talked cataracts, today it’s glaucoma. These two get lumped together a lot, but they’re really different. Cataracts mess with the lens, glaucoma messes with pressure inside...
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Dog Cataracts Explained: Causes, Herbs & Eye Health Tips

162: Ever wonder what’s really going on beneath the surface when we talk about our dogs’ eye health? Today we’re hanging out in that space between science, intuition, and good old fashioned common sense, talking about...
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Dog Dental Recovery: Herbal Support After Surgery | Short

161: In this short episode, I’m sharing practical ways to help your dog recover after a dental procedure without overcomplicating things. We’re looking at simple, natural support ideas that help your dog’s body handle...
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How Dental Disease Impacts Your Dog’s Heart

160: We’re continuing our deep look at dental health, but this time I’m taking you beyond plaque and tartar and into terrain, inflammation, mineral balance, and how chronic periodontal disease can quietly impact the...
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Your Dog AFTER a Dental. Breaking It Down. | Short

159: Today’s episode is all about dental cleanings. We’re talking systemic effects, liver, lymph, and kidney support, and how anesthesia can impact more than just the teeth. I’ll cover everything from detox support,...
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Dog Dental Health, How Oral Care Impacts Immunity and Digestion

Since it is dental month, I wanted to sit down and chat about how oral health is not just about teeth or breath, it is about digestion, immunity, inflammation, lymph flow, behavior, and honestly your dog’s whole...
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Preventing Ear Infections With Ozonated Oils For Dogs | Short

157: In this short, I’m talking about ozonated ear drops and why they’ve become such a helpful part of my dogs’ ear care routine. With my own bulldogs being prone to chronic ear irritation and flare ups, I’ve been...
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