Rita Hogan is a Clinical Canine Herbalist .... can you imagine?! What a dream job! Herbs are FASCINATING to me and Rita has restocked my desire to learn more and use nature to help me and my pets. In today's episode, Rita talks about some easy ways to use herbs at home with your dogs, how she became an herbalist herself, how we can take the initiative to continue learning more about using herbs, and so much more.TakeawaysNature provides a wealth of resources, including herbs, for our well-being.Working with people can be challenging, as they often prioritize the health of their pets over their own.Overcoming the fear of using herbs involves understanding their benefits and starting with non-toxic herbs.Understanding the energetics of plants is crucial for using them effectively.Learning about a few herbs each month can gradually build knowledge and confidence in using herbs.Formulated herbal supplements can be beneficial, but individualized approaches may be necessary for optimal results. Using herbs in veterinary medicine requires patience and managing expectations.Supporting healing instead of suppressing symptoms is crucial for long-term health.Different conditions may require different levels of support, including pharmaceuticals as a bridge to natural remedies.Avoiding the overuse of antibiotics and using plants for support can be beneficial for animals' health.Reconnecting with our knowledge of plants and respecting different medicine practices is essential for holistic healing.Chapters00:00Introduction and Background03:00Herbalism and Nature06:33Challenges of Working with People11:17Overcoming Fear of Using Herbs20:41Understanding Energetics of Plants29:14Starting Points for Using Herbs with Dogs42:35Courses and Resources for Pet Parents48:33Using Formulated Herbal Supplements51:54Using Herbs and Managing Expectations54:00Supporting Healing Instead of Suppressing Symptoms55:13Being Patient and Allowing Time for Healing55:53Different Support for Serious Conditions56:48The Role of Pharmaceuticals as a Bridge57:17Avoiding Antibiotics and Using Plants for Support58:12Reconnecting with Our Knowledge of Plants59:09Passing Down Knowledge to Future Generations01:00:28Respecting and Learning from Different Medicine Practices01:01:38Using TikTok to Share Herbalism Knowledge01:02:13Creating Content and Sharing Knowledge01:03:03Upcoming Book and Podcast TourSupport the show? Sign up for the FREE Beginner Dog Training Series at https://www.thepetparentingreset.com/? Follow Jessica on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thepetparentingreset/