Animal Natural Therapies

10/05/2026

As shared by Dr. Karen Becker .
Just ensure the spirulina is from a good quality supplier.

08/05/2026

A very Happy Birthday to Sir David Attenborough! 🎉

21/04/2026

🌟Some lovely client feedback. 😊Thank you so much 🙏🌟

"Rita has been so supportive helping my cats with fear and agression issues. She is extremely patient, wholly committed to doing her utmost to help not just the cats , but their humans too.
It's very clear how much she cares. Thank you Rita."

17/04/2026

🌟Thank you so much! 🙏

"Rita has given my dog Nancy two Reiki sessions in my home. Nancy was initially anxious and barking, she responded by becoming very calm and sleepy. She has continued to be calmer and happier. Rita is knowledgeable and competent."🌟

17/04/2026

Animal Reiki healing can have a very positive effect. This client's dog Nancy can be a very anxious girl, barking and growling at strangers or running away from other people in the park.
When I arrived for her first Reiki healing session, she was barking and growling at me for some time. By the end of the session she was lying down dozing happily. After session 2, a similar response.
Her owner says she is still calmer several days after the healing.
I'm delighted, and look forward to seeing Nancy again soon.

11/03/2026

Spring is just around the corner, and with it comes blooming landscapes, longer walks, and the return of fleas and ticks. Many pet parents rely on convenient monthly medications to keep these parasites away, but new research is raising important questions about what those products may be doing inside our pets’ bodies and in the environment.
Before you give your pet the next dose, I encourage you to review this important new research on parasite prevention and the practical strategies I use to reduce parasite exposure naturally, support detox pathways, and make smarter decisions about when chemical preventives may or may not be necessary.
If you want to protect your pet while minimizing toxic burden this spring, check out my latest blog, link in comments 🐾

11/03/2026

Pumpkin puree (from a can) is often added to a dog’s food to help with stool consistency, but giving it every day can sometimes negatively influence blood sugar causing glucose spikes, increased inflammation, dampness, or an increase in yeast.

Fresh pumpkin has a lower glycemic index and is more balancing (damp/dry) but still can cause problems in certain dogs (see bottom). Canned pumpkin is also higher in histamine because its sitting cooked in a can which can affect dogs with histamine clearance issues.

Freshly cooked or frozen pumpkin contains healthy carbohydrates and is nutritious. However, it can mask problems in the digestive system. For example, if every time you take your dog off pumpkin, they have loose stool, the pumpkin isn't healing your dog's gut it is acting as a nutritious band-aid.

yes, but when too much if given or too often, it can become an issue in some dogs. Especially dogs who don't get exercise of having metabolic conditions.

Pumpkin is FINE for dogs who are healthy, eating proper amounts of proteins and fats and get regular, age-appropriate exercise.

Intermittently, feeding pumpkin (would prefer fresh or frozen over canned here) this isn't a big issue but I've noticed people including it in their dog's daily regimen. Make sure you are also giving the proper amount of pumpkin for your dog's size. I've seen people with the best of intentions feel that more is better giving their dog way too much of this orange gold.

From an energetic perspective, pumpkin is considered cooling and moistening but also balancing in many cases. Those qualities can be helpful for dogs that are dry or constipated because it adds moisture and lubrication to the digestive tract also included for nutritional purposes.

Sometimes, when (canned) pumpkin is used every day, it can push the digestive terrain toward dampness. When dampness accumulates in the gut, the microbiome can begin to shift. Many forms of canned pumpkin is actually squash depending on the maker of the pumpkin. Another delight allowed by the FDA.

Ask yourself why you are using pumpkin and if it is just stool quality, start addressing the root cause or rotate fiber that is less starchy, or comes in a can. Remember, I am NOT talking about every situation where you add or feed pumpkin. Many dogs can handle daily pumpkin just fine. I'm asking you to reconsider how you use it and how OFTEN you use it for dogs with the issues listed below.

Pumpkin can absolutely have a place as a short term digestive helper. The issue tends to arise when it becomes a daily habit in dogs where there are metabolic concerns, yeast, cancer, mast cell tumors and diabetes.

12/02/2026

The amazing power of plant remedies, essential oils in particular. Read this incredible case and Molly's recovery thanks to applied zoopharmacognosy.

Molly, an 8.5-year-old black Labrador, had a long history of recurrent ear infections. In January 2026, despite antibiotic treatment, Pseudomonas, known for rapid antibiotic resistance, was residing deep within Molly’s ear canal. She was referred to a specialist practice for definitive surgical removal of the diseased ear canal, a procedure used as a last resort when other treatments have failed.

Three days after surgery, Molly returned for evaluation, and it was found that the wound had broken down and reopened. It would ordinarily have been re-stitched; however, cultures from the middle ear confirmed the re-appearance of the multi-drug-resistant Pseudomonas, which was resistant to all antibiotics tested. Re-suturing was impossible due to the infection.

The only remaining options discussed were euthanasia or wound management, which involved repeated anaesthesia for wound flushing, and manuka honey packing. By day nine post-surgery, there were serious concerns regarding her prognosis.

At this point I was asked in by the senior vet to help. Molly was offered oils with documented activity against Pseudomonas. She responded most strongly to garlic, and then to oregano. These were added to green clay and applied locally at regular intervals. Spirulina was also offered to support immune regulation.

The infection cleared within a week. In just over 2.5 weeks the wound was just about completely healed. Typically, final wound closure clear of infection takes (Weeks 6–12+). Some cases extend to 3–4 months. The senior vet is now going to start training in Applied Zoopharmacognosy.

See more details of this case and photos on my web with a timeline showing the wound healing: These pictures would not be able to be shown on Instagram as they are too graphic.
Link to full story: https://www.carolineingraham.com/canine-stories

05/01/2026

Important for dog owners.

Is it too chilly for walkies? If you're wondering whether it's too cold to take your dog out, our guide can help. After walks, always dry them off and give their paws a quick clean to remove any salt or grit from the roads.

23/11/2025

Someone sat next to my kit eagerly waiting for his herbal healing session today. 😄🐈

08/11/2025

My sweet girl 🐕 had a bit of upset tummy today. So I offered her some anti-bacterial oils and digestive support.🌿🧄🫚🍋🌱. She inhaled each one deeply then settled down to nap. Once she'd had enough, she moved away and I put the bottles away.
I will repeat the process, plus some homemade chicken hotpot (recipe on my website blog) to rebalance her microbiome and support the gut.
It never ceases to amaze me seeing animal self-medication (zoopharmacognosy) in action. I love this work. 🥰💖