Dogs Are Individuals

121: In this episode, I explore natural ways to support your dog’s health after spay or neuter surgery. We’ll discuss how herbs like ashwagandha and rhodiola can help balance hormones and keep your p…

120: In this episode, we're diving into often-overlooked aspects of canine care that can significantly impact your dog's health and well-being. We'll discuss why it's worth rethinking conventional pr…

119: Today’s episode explores how plant medicine and raw food nutrition can boost your pet's health. We’ll break down High Pressure Pasteurization (HPP), what it means for your dog’s diet, and how it…

118: In this episode, I’m answering a listener question from Caroline about moringa. This trendy herb is often called a superfood, but is it the right fit for your dog? As a canine herbalist, I’m bre…

117: In this episode, I’m diving into the importance of filtered water for both pets and humans. Whether you're at home or traveling, contaminants like chlorine, fluoride, and heavy metals can have a…

116: In this episode, I dive into the Kibble Hierarchy—what separates a quality kibble from the bottom-of-the-barrel options. I break down ingredient labels, key red flags to watch for (like rendered…

In this episode of Dogs Are Individuals, I’m sharing how to boost your dog’s immune system with natural remedies—no need to panic about things like bird flu! I talk about the power of mushrooms, why …

In this episode, I’m talking about a topic that’s really important but often overlooked—sugar and its negative effects on dogs. I explain why sugar weakens the immune system, causes inflammation, and…

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…

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, …

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’l…

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, s…

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 digestiv…

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 chr…

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 ho…

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…

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 …

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 …

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 2…

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 potentia…