by Sasha Riess | 24.06.26. | Wellbeing
A dog’s skin health is not just a cosmetic issue. It is a direct reflection of internal balance, which is intrinsically linked to the function of the anal glands. When you face persistent itching, hair loss, or allergies, the solution does not lie in suppressing symptoms, but in strengthening the body at its root. Holistic dog care means supporting the microbiome, providing proper protection during walks, and using gentle yet powerful natural remedies to maintain internal equilibrium.
Microbiome: The Foundation of Immunity
Everything begins in the gut. Probiotic bacteria are the first line of defense in your dog’s body. If the microbiome is disrupted by poor nutrition, especially a diet based only on kibble, or by stress, the skin and the proper emptying of the anal glands are often the first to suffer. To understand how these bacteria support your dog’s health, you can explore more about probiotic function and its role in the body.
For those who want to take control themselves, natural probiotics can be prepared at home. If you are looking for a more structured solution, targeted probiotic support can help restore balance, alleviate pressure on the anal glands, and strengthen the entire system.
Homeopathic Protocol for Skin Conditions
Homeopathy offers a gentle path to healing without aggressive chemicals. For skin problems, histamine reactions, and inflammatory processes linked to internal blockages, the following remedies are commonly used:
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Calcarea Carbonica
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Hepar Sulphuris
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Silicea
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Causticum
Protocol of Use (total 10 days):
All remedies should be obtained from a local homeopathic association in potency 9C.
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First 3 days: One pellet or one drop every 3 to 6 hours, depending on the severity of the condition.
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Next 7 days: One pellet or one drop per day.
At Sasha Riess, we approach canine health as a unified ecosystem where gut immunity, glandular health, and skin vitality are deeply intertwined. Embracing a clean, natural lifestyle heals your companion from the inside out, establishing a foundation of pureloveandharmony. Restore your dog’s natural balance: Linktree Sasha Riess
by Sasha Riess | 04.02.26. | Wellbeing
Preparing a dog for vaccination does not start on the day the dog receives the vaccine. It starts much earlier. The condition of the body, stress level, and nutrition directly influence how the body reacts.
The vaccine itself is not the problem. The problem arises when the body is not ready to process it. As long as you have questions or discomfort, it is a sign to pause, learn, and understand what you are doing.
Preparing a Dog for Vaccination Starts Before the Injection
In my experience, dog vaccination does not begin in the clinic but days earlier through preparation of the body. When the body is stable, nourished, and relieved of excess stress, reactions are minimal or absent.
Preparing a dog for vaccination starts with a stable body and low stress.
What Preparation Looks Like in Practice
A few days before vaccination, the focus is on the digestive system and the liver.
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Maintain Routine: The dog should not be under additional stress or change its diet.
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Simple Nutrition: Keep meals clean and easy to digest.
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Probiotics: Start giving a probiotic to support the gut.
On the Day of Vaccination: Supporting the Stimulus
On the day of vaccination, I use the homeopathic remedy Lysin 30C (one to three pellets or drops in food or water). Experience has shown me that it helps the body adapt more easily to an external stimulus. I do not complicate things; I simply observe the dog’s reactions.
The Post-Vaccination Period: Clearing the System
What you give a dog in the two weeks after vaccination matters. This is the period when the body unloads and clears what it does not need.
Two weeks after vaccination, I follow this protocol:
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Silicea 30C and Thuja 30C: Given on the same day in the same doses.
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Liver Support: I use milk thistle tea to support the liver during this demanding role.
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Detox Bathing: I wash the dog with a mild shampoo and rinse with a solution of water and apple cider vinegar (without additional rinsing). Since the skin is the largest elimination organ, this support is vital.
Vaccination and Stress in Dogs
None of this makes sense if a dog lives in chaos. If a dog is under constant stress, poor nutrition, or an insecure relationship with the human, then no vaccine is a small thing.
When a dog lives in a stable system with proper nutrition and a clear relationship with the human, the body has the capacity to handle far more than we think.
The skin is an important organ in the process of clearing the body after vaccination.
Conclusion: Do Not Act Out of Panic
If you have doubt, learn. If you are not at peace, stop. The worst decisions are made when we try to escape our own inner feeling. This is my way—not for you to follow blindly, but to understand the „why“ behind it.
This deep understanding of a dog’s emotional and physical state is at the heart of everything we do. At Integrative and Holistic Grooming Education, we teach people how to apply these principles of stability and care in their everyday lives with their dogs, helping create calm, healthy, and happy results.
