13. What Shots do Your Dogs Need? with Dr. Laurie Coger
When it comes to vaccinating your dogs, too much of a good thing can be incredibly harmful. In this episode, Dr. Laurie Coger breaks down the basics of vaccinations, including the difference between core and lifestyle vaccines, how often to vaccinate, and how to know when your pet has built up the right level of immunity. She also shares a preview of The Healthy Dog Expo, an amazing event in Albany this March where pet parents can connect with holistic experts.
Episode Recap:
- A vaccine stimulates the immune system to recognize a germ or disease and respond to it with antibodies (3:17)
- There are core vaccines that every dog should receive, but others depend on where you live and what your dog’s lifestyle looks like (5:02)
- A titer can show the antibody levels your dog has (9:52)
- Vaccines contain ingredients that are toxic to dogs if given too often (11:45)
- Keep an eye out for adverse reactions after vaccinations (15:00)
- Most vets are doing the best they can with what they know (17:57)
- How to help detoxify after vaccinations (19:34)
- Attend The Healthy Dog Expo to find your tribe of likeminded pet owners (21:41)
- How to learn more about holistic pet health (27:52)
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If you have a question about your pet you’d like answered on the podcast, email us at kenzie@hisocialgroup.com.
Use code MYCO10 for 10% off your order of https://mycodog.com
Note: Like all discount codes, they don't last furever!
If you have a question about your pet you’d like answered on the podcast, email us at kenzie@hisocialgroup.com.
Resources:
- The Healthy Dog Workshop
- Canine Vaccination Protocol PDF
- Follow Dr. Laurie on Facebook and Instagram
- Angela’s Website
- CBD Dog Health
Creators and Guests
Host
Angela Ardolino
Angela Ardolino is a holistic pet expert who has been caring for animals for over 20 years. Angela owns and operates Fire Flake Farm, her animal rescue farm, as well as her two locations of a natural pet salon and shop, Beautify the Beast, and is founder of CBD Dog Health, which offers high quality, all-natural medical cannabis products designed specifically for pets and MycoDog, a line of mushroom extract and adaptogen tinctures for dogs. Born and raised in Miami, Florida, Angela also founded the House of Alchemy, LLC, Miami Children’s Theater, and Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine. In 2013, Angela was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and knew that she needed to find alternatives to the toxic medications being offered to her. After hearing of the benefits of CBD oil and experiencing the life-changing results first hand, Angela set out to destigmatize medical cannabis and CBD oil so she could spread awareness around its holistic healing powers.
