One of the most common questions I hear from dog owners is this…“Why is it my dog?” “My neighbour feeds the same food and their dog is fine…” or “Two dogs in the same house — one is healthy, the other has constant skin or gut issues…” Or simply…“I’ve tried everything… so why is my dog still not well?” If you've ever felt that, you're not alone. And the truth is — it’s rarely about bad luck, and it’s rarely about one single mistake. It’s usually something much more layered tha

In our last video, we talked about how to tell whether your dog's recurring yeast problems are being driven primarily by the gut or the immune system. But one question naturally follows from that... Why does the immune system lose its balance in the first place? It's actually one of the questions I'm asked most often. Owners will often say to me, "My dog never used to have these problems. Why has this suddenly become a constant battle?" Or..."We've treated the ears, we've tre

If your dog's yeast problems keep coming back despite treatment, the real issue may not be the yeast itself. In this video, I explain one of the most important distinctions I see in practice after more than 35 years as an animal and human naturopath: whether your dog's chronic yeast is being primarily driven by gut dysfunction or immune dysregulation. You'll learn the key signs that point to each pattern, why two dogs with similar symptoms can require very different approache

Frequently asked questions Q: Can I ask more than one question? A: This option is designed for one focused question. If you have a few connected questions, a longer consult will suit you better. Q: What topics can I ask about? A: Common topics include nutrition, supplements, gut health, skin/itch, joints, behaviour support, and general wellbeing. If you’re unsure, tell me your question when booking and I’ll confirm it’s a fit. Q: How do I prepare? A: Write your question down,

Got one dog health question you’d love answered quickly and clearly? This 15‑minute session is designed for a single, focused question so you leave with a practical next step. What it is A short 1:1 consult where we tackle one question about your dog’s health, nutrition, supplements, behaviour, or wellbeing (within my scope). What to bring Your single question (written out in one sentence if possible) Your dog’s age, breed, weight, and any current meds/supplements Any relevan

Sometimes you don’t need a full consult — you just need clarity on one thing. My 15‑Minute Dog Health Q&A (Single Question) is a short, focused session to help you make a confident next decision for your dog. This is ideal if you’re wondering… Which supplement option makes the most sense for your dog What to prioritise first (skin, gut, joints, anxiety, energy, etc.) Whether a symptom pattern is worth investigating further Book the 15‑minute Q&A via the Bookings page and pop

If your dog keeps getting itchy skin, smelly paws, or recurring ear infections—and yeast keeps coming back after treatment—then yeast is not the problem. Yeast is the result. Not the cause.” Yeast is a normal organism found on the skin and in the gut. It only becomes problematic when the internal environment shifts. Most treatments focus on reducing yeast at the surface—but if the underlying drivers remain, it will return. This is why so many dogs improve temporarily… then re

What if the very products we use to protect our dogs from parasites are also placing stress on their immune system? Flea, tick, and worming treatments are widely used and often necessary—but from a naturopathic perspective, we also ask a deeper question: Could repeated exposure to pesticides and insecticides contribute to immune dysregulation over time? Today we’ll explore the potential connection between these chemicals, gut health, detox pathways, and autoimmune disease in

Most people treat their dog’s skin from the outside—shampoos, creams, medications… But for most dogs, the skin isn’t the real issue. In naturopathic medicine, we look at something called the gut–skin axis—and it changes everything when it comes to chronic itching, yeast, and skin flare-ups.” In today’s video, you’ll learn how your dog’s gut and skin are deeply connected—and why skin issues often start internally, not externally. I’ll also show you the key drivers behind this

Many dog owners are told to give their dog a probiotic. For gut health, for skin, for immunity… even for behaviour. But despite how common they are now, most owners are still confused — and honestly, a lot of the advice out there is oversimplified. Because probiotics are not a single solution. And when they’re used without context, that’s when people feel like they “don’t work.” So in todays video, let’s break this down properly from a naturopathic perspective — what they do,

Everyone talks about boosting the immune system… but what if that’s actually the wrong goal? Because here’s the truth — a strong immune system isn’t always a healthy one. In fact, many of the chronic issues we see in dogs — itchy skin, allergies, autoimmune conditions, chronic infections — come from an immune system that’s out of balance, not underactive. For those of you who don’t know me my name is Lyndall pinchen and I’ve been a human and animal naturopath for over 35 y

If your dog is constantly licking their paws, and you’ve tried everything—creams, washes, changing their food—but it just keeps coming back… you’re might be treating the wrong area. Because itchy paws are very rarely just a paw problem. From a naturopathic perspective, paw licking is often a sign of something deeper going on internally—especially in the gut and immune system. When the gut becomes inflamed or imbalanced, it can drive something called a histamine response… and

Cushing’s disease is one of the most common hormonal conditions seen in older dogs, yet many pet parents don’t fully understand what is actually happening inside the body. From a naturopathic perspective, Cushing’s isn’t just about “too much cortisol.” It’s about long-term stress on the endocrine system , the liver, and the adrenal glands. For those of you who don’t know me my name is Lyndall pinchen and I’ve been a human and animal naturopath for over 35 years . Welcome and

Most dog owners think colitis is just: A sensitive stomach, Something they ate .Or “just inflammation” But from a naturopathic perspective, colitis is rarely random. It’s a protective response . The colon becomes inflamed when the body is trying to eliminate something it cannot process safely. Today I’m going to share the 3 most overlooked triggers for colitis in dogs — and they are not what most people think. For those of you who don’t know me my name is Lyndall pinchen and

When a seizure happens, we blame the brain.But what if the brain is only where the seizure shows up — not where it begins? From a naturopathic perspective, seizures are rarely just a neurological event. They are often the final expression of chaos elsewhere, especially in the gut .Today we’re going to talk about the gut–brain axis, and why unresolved gut dysfunction can quietly lower your dogs brain’s seizure threshold. For those of you who don’t know me my name is Lyndall

Most dog owners think thyroid issues are a hormone problem. Low thyroid equals low hormones… right? But what if the thyroid is usually the victim, not the cause ? Today we’re looking at thyroid health from a deeply natural, systems-based perspective — and by the end of this video, you’ll understand why supplements alone often fail… and what actually helps restore thyroid balance. For those of you who don’t know me my name is Lyndall pinchen and I’ve been a human and animal n

Most dog owners think skin problems are skin problems. Itching? Must be allergies. Red belly? Must be grass. Ear infections? Must be yeast. But what if I told you…Most chronic skin issues actually start in a completely different organ… the liver. For those of you who don’t know me my name is Lyndall pinchen and I’ve been a human and animal naturopath for over 35 years and have seen many dogs that experience allergies and have worked with these dogs to help them overcome the i

Alright… I’m about to talk about something that could completely change the way you understand your dog’s health. There is a fluid—flowing right now around your dog’s brain and spine—that controls mood, movement, detoxification, inflammation, and even skin health…And we hardly ever talk about it- It’s called cerebrospinal fluid, or CSF. If this fluid isn’t moving properly? Your dog’s entire system pays the price.In todays short video Let me show you why this matters—and the

Have you ever wondered why your dog’s skin allergies just keep coming back — even after changing food, shampoos, or medications? You might be treating what’s showing up on the surface — but the real problem could be happening beneath the skin. Today, we’re diving deep into your dog’s lymphatic system — what it does, why it’s often overlooked, and how supporting it with natural herbs can make a huge difference to chronic skin issues, itching, and inflammation. For those of yo

If your dog is slowing down, staring at walls, or forgetting simple things like where the door is… it could be more than just old age....