In this episode, Nikki discusses your dog's brain and how the pathways are similar to an interstate. Interstates have off-ramps, or they would get gridlocked. Does your dog's interstate brain have off-ramps or rest and renewal or is he constantly fighting the enormous amount of traffic flowing nowhere?
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Nikki talks about Willow's zodiac sign and compares her current personality with the traits of a Scorpio. Understanding that many behavior traits are genetic and not learned can help you find the path of least resistance in creating a relationship with your dog. Find your dog's zodiac sign and let us know if your dog matches the traits listed.
In this episode, Nikki and Britt explore the unique attributes and needs of Isabella, Myers, and Willow. Recognizing that each dog is an individual allows you to better meet their specific needs, fostering a balanced and harmonious pack.
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Britteny joins Nikki to discuss the way she is using herbs for Myers to help with his anxiety after weaning him off Clomipramine. Along with Dr. North's recommendations on Chinese Herbs, acupuncture, and guidance, Myers is handling life with more enthusiasm and less anxiety.
Rita collaborates with Nikki to present her latest book, *The Herbal Dog*, which explores the use of plants to support canine health. This comprehensive guide provides practical, step-by-step instructions on utilizing natural remedies such as mushrooms, dandelions, licorice, and other herbs to address allergies, combat illnesses, and promote your dog's overall wellness.
Find more information on The Herbal Dog here. You can also purchase wherever you purchase books.
Find Rita at Canineherbalist.com where you can find great products, online courses, and contact information for your personal consultation.
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In this episode, Nikki talks about the importance of introducing your dog or puppy to new stimuli in their environment. The goal is to help your dog develop a neutral response to unfamiliar objects they might encounter throughout their life. It's important to always consider your dog's abilities and coping skills when doing so.
Gray is back to discuss the first 14 weeks of his life as a father and how well he has done with the dogs and newborns. This is a follow-up from our two episodes with Family Paw's, Bethany Cunningham where she gave some excellent advice to Gray on preparing his dogs for the new babies.
This will be a continuing series as the babies become more active around his herding breeds.
Don't let anyone tell you that your dog is bad just because they have a different idea on what makes a dog good.
Every lifestyle is different; therefore, it would seem that expectations of the dogs we have in our homes should be different. There is no standard on what makes a good dog. AKC has put together their Canine Good Citizen test but in our professional opinion, that does not make a good dog, but a dog that can pass tests in a controlled environment. We also don't believe that if your dog isn't able to pass the test, that doesn't make them "bad."
Nikki and Britteny talk about the different behaviors they need from their own dogs and how they see "good" and "bad."
Dog bites account for 1% of all emergency room visits, with over 19,000 people undergoing reconstructive surgery in 2023. However, not all dog bites are the same.
In this episode, Nikki delves into the reasons behind dog bites, offers tips on how to prevent most bites, and shares strategies for advocating for your dog to avoid situations where she might feel forced to escalate her behavior.
In this episode, Nikki is joined by Holistic Veterinarians, Dr. Neely North, DVM, CVA, CVFT, CVMMP and Dr. Tracy Duffner DVM, CVA, CAVCA, to discuss the use of holistic medicine for stress diarrhea instead of antibiotics. They also discuss Willow's potential UTI and give Nikki some advice on handling it.
Dr Tracy Duffner was born in Michigan and raised in Northern Ohio. She earned her undergraduate degree from Otterbein University and her DVM from Ohio State in 2006. After graduation, she moved to South Carolina and worked in small animal primary care practices, then transitioned to emergency medicine and back to primary care. Looking for a change, she was certified in acupuncture by Chi University in 2019, in animal chiropractic by the AVCA in 2021, and is currently completing coursework in veterinary homeopathy. She started a mobile holistic practice in 2019, partnered in a brick-and- mortar integrative practice for a few years, and now has returned to mobile exclusive holistic practice.
Find Dr. Tracy Duffner here.
Dr. North understands and values the difference between surviving and thriving. Her whole-body approach will lead your pet to their best and longest life. Using human-grade whole foods, supplements, Chinese herbs, and more, Dr. North’s goal is to manage your pet’s medical conditions with as little conventional drug intervention as possible. Through your virtual or in-person consultation, you will gain an understanding of your pet’s Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine diagnosis, Western veterinary medicine diagnosis, lab work details, and more. Clients leave feeling heard and with a plan for herbs, supplements, foods, and even a home-cooked recipe (topper or full diet) using foods that benefit their pet’s specific conditions.
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