Gallbladder Sludge: Understanding Stagnation in Your Dog’s Gallbladder
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
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Produced By: Drake Peterson
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What Really Happens Inside Your Dog After Spay or Neuter
149: Today I’m covering all things reproductive health for dogs. I’m not getting too heavy on the science, promise, just some insights and little clarifications from my recent spay/neuter clinic, plus some behind-the-scenes stuff you might not have considered.
We also get to talk about the body as a whole system: how everything from the brain to the liver and even the adrenals are connected, whether we realize it or not.
Sponsored By:
→ Green Juju
→ Real Mushrooms
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→ The Herbal Dog (Book)
→ Rita’s Instagram
→ Facebook Group
→ My Courses
→ My Website and Store
Produced By: Drake Peterson
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Lung Harmony for Warm Dogs | Short
148: If your pup pants easily, prefers cool spots, or deals with dry, irritated coughing, this episode’s for you. Today I’m talking all about Lung Harmony for Warm Dogs, one of my favorite formulas for supporting serious lung conditions in dogs who tend to run hot.
I’ll walk you through the ingredients one by one and explain how they work together to calm heat, restore moisture, and support strong, resilient lungs.
→ Lung Tonic - Warm Dog
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
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Lung Harmony for Cool Dogs: Herbal Support for Fall & Winter
147: I just got back from Europe and I’m so excited to cover today’s topic: Lung Harmony. We’re in lung season right now, so it’s the perfect time to talk about keeping your dog’s respiratory system balanced and strong. In this episode, I walk you through my Lung Harmony formula ingredient by ingredient, and explain how herbs like echinacea, elecampane, maize buds, calendula, and gray alder buds work together to support your pup’s lungs.
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
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Help Your Warm Dog Breathe Easier This Fall | Short
146: I’m coming to you from England & we’re covering lung tonics for warm dogs. If your dog loves cool floors, overheats easily, or struggles with respiratory irritation, this one’s for you. I’ll walk you through a powerful herbal blend that helps soothe inflammation, improve oxygen flow, and restore balance to tired lungs and why it’s so essential for supporting warm dogs through fall and winter.
Sponsored By:
→ Pug & Hound Apothecary
→ Earth Buddy
Check Out Rita:
→ The Herbal Dog (Book)
→ Rita’s Instagram
→ Facebook Group
→ My Courses
→ My Website and Store
Produced By: Drake Peterson