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Rita Hogan
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Ever wondered if your pup's tail starts wagging at the sight of broccoli or potatoes because they're safe for them or because they're simply food? Ever had second thoughts about treating your beloved canine to a small piece of raw meat or eggs? As a clinical canine herbalist with over two decades of practice, I, Rita Hogan, am here to help you navigate the murky waters of what food and herbs are safe or harmful for your furry friend. This episode is all about dispelling the myths and misconceptions and setting the record straight on various foods and herbs like broccoli, garlic, potatoes, mint, chamomile, and ginger.
Books Mentioned:
- Herbs for Pets: The Natural Way to Enhance Your Pet's Life
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Could your beloved canine companion be struggling with dementia, and you're feeling helpless about how to support them? This episode of our podcast is a treasure trove of information you wouldn't want to miss. We passionately discuss the incredible benefits of feeding your furry friend a fresh food diet and the importance of managing their stress levels. We also dive into the world of phytoembryonic therapy and homeopathy, exploring how these treatments can help. We put a special spotlight on the healing properties of Rosemary, an antioxidant remedy known for its warming and circulatory effects that can boost memory and regulate Uric acid, cholesterol, and triglyceride levels.
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Let's tackle the tick problem together! I promise to guide you through the world of natural remedies that effectively keep ticks at bay and protect your precious pooch. I'm Rita Hogan, a clinical canine herbalist, and I'll be your guide on this journey.
Topics Covered:
- 0:08:08 - Tick Repellent and Attachment Science
- 0:10:39 - Tick Bite Remedies for Dogs
- 0:11:49 - Repellent Oils for Dogs and Ticks
- 0:22:00 - Tests for Lyme Disease Infection
- 0:25:59 - Lyme Disease and Co-Infections Discussion
- 0:27:31 - Homeopathic Treatment for Tick-Borne Diseases
- 0:34:28 - Common Co-Infection Transmitted by Ticks
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Ever wondered how selecting the right type of mushroom could transform your dog's gut health? Join me, Rita Hogan, your go-to clinical canine herbalist, as we unravel the magic of medicinal mushrooms and their power to boost your dog's gut health. We tackle a listener's query on the complexities of choosing the ideal mushroom to mitigate gut problems in dogs, revealing how they serve as an abundant source of prebiotics that nourish beneficial gut bacteria, boosting the diversity of the gut microbiome.
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This is Part Three of my Allergies + Food Sensitivities series. If you have not listened to Part One + Two, you can listen by clicking here.
Listen in as I, Rita Hogan, explore the crucial role of food sensitivities and gut health in our furry friends' overall wellbeing in this riveting discussion. The conversation goes on to highlight the importance of balancing the body to steer clear of high allergens, the pivotal role of digestive enzymes, and the benefits of a straightforward diet. You'll learn why ear checks can serve as a barometer for an immune response and the necessity of healing the gut to manage food sensitivities effectively.
Topics Covered:
0:00:02 - Food Sensitivities and Healing Gut Health
0:11:23 - Gut Health and Food Sensitivities Guide
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On this weeks short, I guide us through the benefits of the often-overlooked plant self-heal, also known as Prunella Vulgaris. Part of the mint family, this dog and cat-friendly herb is a rich source of vitamins, fatty acids, tannins, and triterpenes. Learn how its cooling and drying properties can help reduce heat in your pet's body and improve their overall health.
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This is Part Two of my Allergies + Food Sensitivities series. If you have not listened to Part One, you can listen by clicking here.
Ever wondered if what you're feeding your pet is impacting their health? Our deep-dive into the potential risks of Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs), like Omeprazole and Prilosec for dogs and cats, might just make you rethink their dietary needs. We break down the complexity of how these acid reducers can throw off your pet's gut microbiome, inviting health issues such as gastroenteritis and increasing the risk of strokes. We stress why a diverse diet of fruits, vegetables, and meats is key for a balanced gut microbiome, determining your pet's well-being.
Don't miss our comprehensive discussion on histamine management in dogs, where we showcase natural antihistamines and the factors that can diminish DAO and HMMT enzymes - antibiotics, antihistamines, vaccines, inadequate diets, and NSAIDs. We highlight the toll leaky gut and food sensitivities take on DAO enzymes and suggest various herbs and foods that can lower histamine levels, providing anti-inflammatory benefits. We wrap up the episode with solid tips for maintaining a healthy dog, touching on critical aspects like vaccinations, heartworm protection, air quality regulation, metal testing, pesticide avoidance, natural pest control, and the use of organic foods. We hope this episode helps you take the necessary steps to lighten your pet's liver burden and boost their gut health.
Topics Covered:
0:00:02 - Food Sensitivities and Acid Reducers
0:14:05 - Histamine and Liver Health in Dogs
0:19:30 - Natural Ways to Manage Histamine Levels
0:27:31 - Tips for a Healthy Dog
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These days, doctors and vets are giving antibiotics and flagyl out like candy. In this short, I highlight the potential risks of the antibiotic Metronidazole, commonly known as Flagyl, and its impact on a dog's gut health and ability to process and digest protein. I emphasize the importance of understanding the effects of such medications on your pet's health and discuss the potential for systemic inflammation and triggering of certain genes linked to inflammatory skin conditions. Listen in for a fresh perspective on your dog's health and wellness.
Books Mentioned:
The Forever Dog
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Prepare to have your perspective on canine health broadened as we promise to guide you through the maze of food intolerance and sensitivities in dogs. As your host Rita Hogan, renowned clinical canine herbalist, I will be sharing insights into the significance of food rotation, unfolding the differences between allergies and sensitivities, and illustrating how different proteins can impact your dog's digestive system. Understanding these can be key in identifying symptoms and implementing suitable dietary changes to ensure your pooch's optimal health.
We'll then shift gears to enzymes and their crucial role in your pup's gut health, especially for those on a diet of processed kibble and cooked food. Get ready to unravel the important role of stomach acid in food sensitivities and leaky gut, and the wide array of symptoms these conditions can manifest. Additionally, we'll explore remedies for low stomach acid in dogs, discussing the causes and ways to counteract these effects. By the end of this episode, you'll be equipped with the knowledge to ensure your furry friend's gut health, and consequently their overall wellbeing, is at its best.
Topics Covered:
0:00:36 - Food Intolerance vs Sensitivities
0:02:27 - Food Sensitivities and Rotating Dog's Diet
0:11:08 - Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth aka SIBO
0:14:24 - Dog Digestive Enzymes and Dosage
0:20:07 - Treating Gut Health in Dogs
0:28:42 - Flea, Tick, and Heartworm Medicine Dangers
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On this weeks short, I am answering a listener question from Peggy about vaccinations. This episode is all about responsible vaccination, what to do if your vet or groomer demands certain vaccinations, what vaccinations I give my pets and how to prepare your little one for a vaccination.
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Are you tired of battling yeast problems with your furry friend? Join me as I tackle the world of yeast in dogs and share my insights on feeding a dog with yeast while embracing a holistic approach to deal with yeast overgrowth. Let's discover the pros and cons of dog chews, alternative suggestions for those who prefer not to use chews, and how natural remedies can help address the issue.
Topics Covered:
0:01:52 - Dog Product Ingredient Concerns
0:05:12 - Ingredients in Chews
0:09:11 - Giving Medicine to Dogs With Rewards
0:12:56 - Feeding Dogs With Yeast
0:14:37 - Yeast Overgrowth and Natural Remedies
0:26:22 - Yeast Protocols for Dogs
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This week we are doing another short to answer some listener Q + A. The two topics I will be covering are diets for dogs with yeast + digestive enzymes. As always, if you have a question for the show, click the link below on my website to submit. Thanks for listening and don't forget to share this episode with at least one person!
Topics Covered:
- Yeast
- Healing up the gut
- Raw diet
- Digestive enzymes
- Yeast regimens by Adored Beast
- Yeast regimens by Four Leaf Rover
- My favorite digestive enzymes
- Should you rotate enzymes?
- How long should you give digestive enzymes for?
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On this weeks episode, I continue my talk on Pancreatitis. If you have not listened to Part 1, you can listen here.
Topics Covered:
- Acute vs chronic pancreatitis
- How to get a diagnosis
- Foods to avoid and foods to give your pets for pancreatitis
- Steps for curing pancreatitis
- Inflammation
- Phytoembryonic Therapy
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On this mini episode, I go into detail about Nettles.
Topics Covered:
- Why people don’t like nettles
- Why nettles are great for you and your pets
- Kidneys and what herbs do for them
- Winter stagnation
- Why it’s important to work with the liver during the spring
- Damp heat
- Edema
- Leaky gut
- Nettle infusion
- Nettle dosage
- How long to take nettle for
- Dry nettle seed
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On this weeks episode, I talk about digestive enzymes. As always, if you like this episode, please share it with your friends and family, rate and review on your podcast app and buy try something from my wonderful sponsors :)
Topics Discussed:
- What pets need digestive enzymes
- Dog saliva and digestion
- Where the enzymes come from in the dogs body
- Dogs that eat kibble are deficient in enzymes
- Signs to look for that show your dog is low in digestive enzymes
- What happens to the dog when digestive enzymes are deficient
- What kind of enzymes to give your pet
- Fight or flight
- Signs of digestive enzyme deficiency
- Types of enzymes
- What low stomach acid does to your dog
- What common products that bring down stomach acid
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In this mini episode, I am going to talk all things Milk Thistle.
Topics Covered:
- What is Milk Thistle?
- Milk Thistle and the liver.
- What Milk Thistle does in the body
- What Milk Thistle is used for
- Who can take Milk Thistle
- Milk Thistle dosage
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On this week's episode, I go into something that we (and our pets) all have to deal with at some point in our life, grief and trauma. I also give you some herbal remedies for you and your pets trauma. Make sure to listen all the way to the end because I point out some ingredients you should watch out for in your pets food!
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On this weeks mini episode, I give you all the info on Ashwagandha.
- Benefits of Ashwagandha
- When to give Ashwagandha to your pet
- Adaptogens
- Properties of Ashwagandha
- What you can mix it with
- Nettle Seed
- How to use Ashwagandha
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On this weeks episode, we go over all things Pancreatitis.
Topics Discussed:
- What is the pancreas
- Where is the pancreas
- What is pancreatitis
- Breeds susceptible to pancreatitis
- What contributes to pancreatitis
- Fats for you and your pet
- Kibble
- Excessive grain consumption
- Leaky gut
- Autoimmune Disease
- What pancreatitis looks like
- Why a good diet is important
- Acupressure
- Where to find a vet
- Recipes for pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis remedies
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Yin and Yang for Dogs
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On this weeks mini episode, I talk to you about the difference between Allopathic and Holistic Herbalism.
Topics Discussed:
- Negative and positive aspects of antibiotics
- Standard care
- Issues with giving dogs flagyl for loose stool
- Benefits of herbs
- Why it’s important to treat the entire dog and not just the symptoms
- Trusting the remedy
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On this weeks episode, we are going to talk about whole plant medicine versus standardized extracts.
Topics Discussed:
- History of herbs
- State of the veterinary industry
- Pet vaccines
- Whole plan herbalism
- Standardized herbal extract
- Turmeric
- Liver function
- Milk thistle
- Quality of the plant
- How to easily feed your pet herbs
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On this mini episode, I am going over your dogs lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is what I like to call the forgotten component of the immune system. It protects the body by filtering out harmful waste as it returns circulating fluids back into the blood.
Topics Discussed:
- What the lymphatic system does
- Drainage
- Lymph nodes
- Lymph fluid
- Microbiome
- Immune system
- How to promote the lymphatic system in your pet
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Your dog can live a long and bountiful life, but you may have to make some changes for that to be a reality. A dog at age 8 should NOT be considered a geriatric dog, but unfortunately in today’s society, that is a normality. In this week’s episode, I talk about how to extend your dog’s life.
Topics Discussed:
- Geriatric dogs
- Benefits of holistic food
- Benefits of holistic herbs
- How to reverse rapid aging that is occurring in dogs
- Issues with most kibble
- Arthritis
- Filtering your dogs water
- Benefits of fresh food to your pets diet
- Importance of reading product labels
- When to use antibiotics
- Metronidazole (Flagyl)
- Stress
- Breathing exercises that help you and your pet (box breathing)
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Join Rita Hogan, Canine Herbalist as she talks about Mushrooms for dogs, gives everyone a useful tip about feeding freeze dried and dehydrated foods and reads a bit of mushroom poetry! Check out Rita's courses at canineherbalism.com. Reach out to her for a consult and visit her store at: canineherbalist.com
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Episode One gives you a warm hello, some background on Rita Hogan, herbalist and what the Dogs Are Individuals Podcast is all about. Rita talks about how allopathic herbalism differs from holisitc herbalism, your dog as an individual, the importance of getting out into nature and how to send in questions to the podcast. Questions: Send all questions to https://www.canineherbalist.com/podcast-contact Free Flea Prevention Course: Sign Up Here: https://www.canineherbalism.com/offers/tWNVT6CR Visit: Canineherbalist.com or Canineherbalism.com for more information.