6. March 2026

Detoxing

'Detox' often holds magical connotations...

with many seeming to mean a quick fix to all problems by simply removing toxins. Unfortunately, no such magic exists! But there really are helpful things you can do that would fall under the category of a detox to improve your pet’s health. Here are the steps to take to help rid the body of harmful toxic build-up:

Step 1: Eliminate as many environmental, dietary and medical toxins as possible.

Step 2: Feed a more anti-inflammatory diet. This often means less kibble and more fresh food!

Step 3: Support the kidney, liver and gut with herbs and species-specific probiotics or fecal microbiota transplants as these are the organs that rid the body of most toxic build up.

Step 4: Individualized detoxification i.e. heavy metal binding. This is best done in conjunction with testing to know it’s necessary and to facilitate monitoring the efficacy of your detoxification protocol.

When would I recommend a detox:

• Your pet is or has been on medications
• Your pet recently underwent vaccinations
• Your pet has a chronic disease
• Your pet is not themselves
• Your pet has a known exposure to a high toxic load due to their lifestyle

For individual guidance and to initiate a successful protocol, email me at consultaholisticvet@gmail.com.