Are flea, tick, and worm treatments actually necessary for dogs—or have we just been told they are?

If you’ve ever felt uneasy about routine parasite prevention, this episode will help you take a more informed, conscious approach.

I’m joined by holistic veterinarian Dr Lise Hansen to explore how we can move beyond fear-based, one-size-fits-all flea, tick, and worm treatments… and instead consider what’s truly right for our individual dogs.

This episode is released on World Rethink Flea and Tick Prevention Day—a day created to raise awareness around the routine use of chemical parasite treatments, and their potential impact on our dogs, our ecosystems, and ourselves.

Because true prevention isn’t about doing more.
It’s about doing what’s right for your dog.

🐾 In this episode, we cover:

• Flea, tick, and worm prevention for dogs
• The risks and realities of routine chemical treatments
• How to assess your dog’s individual parasite risk
• When treatments might be necessary (and how to approach them consciously)
• What to do if you find a tick on your dog
• Why exposure doesn’t always lead to illness
• Natural and holistic approaches to parasite prevention
• What “true prevention” really means

🌿 A more conscious way forward

I also share how I use my F.E.T.C.H. framework - Fresh food, Energetics, Targeted care, Curiosity, and Holistic health - to support dogs from the ground up, whether or not chemical treatments are part of the picture.

🤍 Continue the conversation

If this resonates and you’d like support in taking a more conscious, grounded approach to your dog’s care, you’re so welcome to join us inside my free Facebook community: FETCH First Light https://facebook.com/groups/fetchfirstlight

To connect with Dr Lise Hansen: https://alternative-vet.co.uk/

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Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease, or replace medical guidance. Please speak with your veterinarian.