If your dog just tested positive for a tick-borne disease and you're wondering what that result actually means, this episode is for you.

When our dog Milka came back positive for Ehrlichia, we were handed a doxycycline prescription on the spot. We went home, did more research, and with expert support chose a different path. What happened over the next three weeks completely changed how we think about tick-borne disease in dogs.

In this conversation with Julie Anne Lee — founder of Adored Beast and previous owner and practitioner of some of the most established holistic veterinary clinics in North America — we cover what a positive SNAP 4Dx test actually tells you (and what it doesn't), how to think through the antibiotic decision without pressure, and the exact natural support protocol we used with Milka through her Ehrlichia recovery.

Julie also shares her personal experience navigating Lyme disease herself, including the one course of doxycycline she wishes she hadn't taken.

If you're navigating this right now, download The Complete Flea + Tick Protection Guide — it walks you through what to do after a tick bite and how to make more confident decisions for your dog.

The products we used to support Milka's immune system through her recovery: probiotics, Vital Defense, and medicinal mushrooms, are all available at pawdega.us.

This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary guidance.

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If you’ve found fleas on your dog or just pulled off a tick, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed about what to do next. This conversation walks you through a clear, calm approach so you can respond with confidence instead of guessing.

You’ll learn:
• How to tell the difference between a few fleas and a true infestation
• What those black dots on your dog’s skin actually mean
• The right way to remove a tick and what to do right after
• When natural options make sense and when to consider other support

If you’re unsure which approach is actually safe and effective, this is a helpful next step:

📘 Download the Free Flea & Tick Protection Guide with expert tips on how to naturally treat fleas and ticks at home

A simple, step-by-step plan to help you make confident decisions around flea and tick protection.

🛍 Shop Natural Flea & Tick Treatment Options: https://pawdega.us/flea-tick-worms

Carefully vetted options that support a safer, more natural approach to ongoing protection.

Rita Hogan is a clinical canine herbalist with over 20 years of experience, known for helping pet parents navigate flea, tick, and immune support using a practical, layered approach.

This content is for educational purposes only. Always consult your veterinarian when making changes to your pet’s health routine.

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If you've been trying to protect your dog from fleas and ticks naturally but keep hitting conflicting advice and products that don't deliver, the problem probably isn't what you're using; it's that you're still looking for one thing to do everything.

In this episode, clinical canine herbalist Rita Hogan walks through the layered approach she's used with thousands of dogs over 20 years. Here's what you'll take away:

• Fleas and ticks require completely different strategies — mixing them up is the most common reason natural prevention fails
• Rita's 4-layer framework addresses your yard, your home, your dog's coat, and your dog's internal health
• Over 50% of fleas live in the environment, not on your dog — treating only your dog leaves most of the problem untouched
• A dog that keeps attracting parasites is often signaling a deeper resilience issue tied to gut health, diet, and stress

If you've already tried natural products and still aren't sure whether your dog is actually protected, this guide was built for that moment:

📘 The Complete Flea + Tick Protection Guide — Free

🛍 Shop the natural flea and tick products mentioned in this episode

Rita Hogan is a clinical canine herbalist, author of The Herbal Dog, and founder of the Ethos School of Holistic Canine Herbalism. She brings 20 years of practical, system-based experience to this conversation.

This content is for educational purposes only. Always consult your veterinarian when making changes to your pet's health routine.

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