Dogs Are Individuals

154: In this short holiday episode, I’m chatting about antibiotics and my own love, frustration relationship with them. They can absolutely save lives, but when we don’t rebuild the microbiome afterward, our dogs can deal with gut issues, skin problems, anxiety, allergies, and other symptoms months or even years later. I talk about when I personally choose to use antibiotics, what I look for afterward, and why repairing the gut is such a big deal for long term health. Sponsored By: → Pug & Hound Apothecary Show Links: → Meliora Laundry Detergent Check Out Rita: → The Herbal Dog (Book) → Rita’s Instagram → Facebook Group → My Courses → My Website and Store Produced By: Drake Peterson

153: Winter is here, and our dogs need extra care! Today I’m covering herbal infusions to support your dog’s kidneys, digestion, and overall wellness during the colder months. From parsley and goldenrod to marshmallow root, nettles, and ginger, I explain how to prepare safe and effective infusions, dose them for different sizes, and observe your dog’s responses. I also share tips on probiotics, lymphatic health, seasonal healing, and journaling to track what works best for your dog. Topics Discussed: → How can herbal infusions improve my dog’s winter health? → Which herbs support kidney and bladder function in dogs? → What’s the best way to dose herbal teas for dogs? → How can parsley, marshmallow root, and nettles help dogs? → Can herbal remedies reduce anxiety and stress in dogs? Sponsored By: → Green Juju → Real Mushrooms Check Out Rita: → The Herbal Dog (Book) → Rita’s Instagram → Facebook Group → My Courses → My Website and Store Produced By: Drake Peterson

152: In this holiday short, I’m digging into something most dog parents barely think about, all the stuff we put on our dogs and around them. Shampoos, sprays, cleaners, even the things on your floors, it all adds up, and your dog’s skin, liver, kidneys, and microbiome are doing way more work than you realize. I share a few stories, a few surprises, and why some products you think are harmless might actually be stirring up itchiness, inflammation, and behavior changes. If you’ve ever wondered whether that shampoo or household cleaner matters for your dog’s health, you’ll definitely want to listen to this one. Sponsored By: → Pug & Hound Apothecary Check Out Rita: → The Herbal Dog (Book) → Rita’s Instagram → Facebook Group → My Courses → My Website and Store Produced By: Drake Peterson

151: Ever wonder why your dog has those stubborn brown tear stains? Today I’m looking into what’s really going on behind the eyes. It’s not just cosmetic…tear stains can signal congestion in the liver, gut, and lymphatic system. I break down how the microbiome, liver, and lymph all play a role, and share what you can do to help restore natural detox pathways and calm inflammation. Sponsored By: → Green Juju → Real Mushrooms Check Out Rita: → The Herbal Dog (Book) → Rita’s Instagram → Facebook Group → My Courses → My Website and Store Produced By: Drake Peterson

150: Today we’re talking about all things gallbladder: what it is, why it shows up, and the simple things that can influence healthy bile flow in dogs. I also answer a listener's question about supportive options and walk through the everyday factors that can play a role like diet, stress, thyroid function, gut balance, and hydration. Topics Discussed: → What causes gallbladder sludge in dogs? → How can I support healthy bile flow naturally? → Can diet changes help my dog’s gallbladder? → What signs of bile stagnation should dog parents watch for? → How do stress and hormones affect a dog’s digestion? Sponsored By: → Pug & Hound Apothecary Check Out Rita: → The Herbal Dog → Rita’s Instagram → Facebook Group → My Courses → My Website and Store Produced By: Drake Peterson