The Well Oiled K9 Membership
You Don't Need More Dog Information. You Need People You Trust.
Get Dana in your corner, learn alongside like-minded dog parents, ask the questions that come up with your own dog, and have a community to come back to as you navigate nutrition, natural wellness, aging, prevention and the unexpected.
This isn't a library you join and forget about. It's an ongoing conversation with Dana and dog parents who want to make thoughtful, informed choices for the dogs they love.
This Is What Membership Is For
Bring the questions you are already asking.
Annual membership includes the complete Homemade Food Course and Remedies Class Collection. Monthly members may purchase either class separately.
More Than Content
A Place to Learn, Ask, Share and Talk Dogs.
There is already plenty to read on The Well Oiled K9. Membership is different. It gives you an ongoing connection to me, deeper education, practical resources and a community of dog parents who are interested in many of the same things you are.
Ask Dana
Bring the everyday questions that come up around food, supplements, remedies, products, senior dogs, prevention, natural wellness and the things you are trying to sort through.
Learn Together
One person's question often helps five other people who were wondering the exact same thing. Our conversations become part of everyone's education.
Find Your Dog People
Spend time with dog parents who care about nutrition, prevention, natural options, thoughtful decision-making and helping their dogs live well.
Go Deeper
Public articles can introduce a topic. Inside membership we can explore practical application, nuances, questions and the places where a simple blog post is not enough.
Have Somewhere to Come Back To
Dogs change. Questions change. New products appear. New research comes out. What you need at age three may be very different from what you need at age eleven.
Know When You Need More
Not every question needs a consultation. Some absolutely do. Membership helps us recognize the difference instead of trying to turn every conversation into private case management.
So What's Different?
The Website Gives You Information. Membership Gives You Conversation.
I'm not going to hide useful information just to force someone into membership. The public website will stay educational. Membership is for the person who wants to stay connected, keep learning and be able to bring questions back to me and the community as they come up.
On The Public Website
Read & Research
- Learn about common health topics
- Explore nutrition and fresh-food concepts
- Read about herbs, oils and homeopathy
- Research products and wellness options
- Learn about senior health and prevention
- Find related articles and resources
Inside Membership
Ask, Discuss & Apply
- Bring your questions to Dana
- Join conversations with like-minded dog parents
- Participate in monthly live Zoom discussions
- Go deeper than the public articles
- Ask questions about classes and resources you are using
- Return as new questions come up with your dog
The Part You Can't Get From Google
You Get Me — And a Community That Actually Wants to Talk About This Stuff.
I built this because dog health doesn't happen one article at a time.
You may join because you're trying to improve your dog's food. Three months later you're asking about mobility. Then a lab value. Then a supplement. Then whether something you're seeing is normal aging or deserves a closer look.
I want membership to be the place where those conversations can keep happening — with me and with other dog parents who care enough to keep learning too.
And Yes, There Are Resources
Because Sometimes You Need an Answer at 10:30 at Night.
The member library supports the conversations we have. It gives you useful references to return to between questions, Zooms and discussions — without making “more stuff to read” the entire point of joining.
What Can I Do Today?
Practical starting points for common situations and everyday dog-health questions.
Natural First Aid
Quick references for common minor concerns and recognizing when home support is no longer enough.
Remedy Finders
Organized references for essential oils, herbs, homeopathy, botanicals and other natural wellness tools.
Food & Nutrition
Fresh food, homemade feeding, ingredients, supplementation and common nutritional questions.
Senior Dogs
Mobility, cognition, nutrition, comfort, longevity and the changing needs of older dogs.
Seasonal Wellness
Resources around parasites, lymphatics, liver, kidneys, environmental burden and seasonal support.
Products & Supplements
Education to help you understand what products are actually for before buying the next thing someone swears your dog needs.
Zoom Replays
Return to past conversations and educational discussions when they suddenly become relevant to your own dog.
Classes + Ongoing Support
Take the Class. Then Bring Me Your Questions.
Annual membership includes both complete self-paced classes. Monthly members can purchase either class separately. Either way, membership gives you a place to ask questions, get clarification and continue the conversation as you put what you're learning into practice.
Homemade Food Course
Learn how the major pieces of a homemade diet work together, where homemade recipes commonly go wrong, how to improve the bowl and when your dog needs more individualized nutrition support.
Complete Remedies Class Collection
Essential oils, herbs, homeopathy, botanicals, natural First Aid and practical reference tools designed to help you understand what you have and when you might use it.
The class doesn't have to be the end of the conversation.
Have a question about something I taught? Need clarification? Not sure how two concepts fit together? Membership is where you can come back and ask. That applies whether your class was included with annual membership or you purchased it separately as a monthly member.
Monthly members: the Homemade Food Course and Remedies Classes are available for separate purchase. Your monthly membership still gives you access to member Q&A, community conversations, monthly Zooms, member resources, replays and the ability to ask questions about classes you have purchased.
Membership Options
Come Talk Dogs With Us.
Choose monthly if you want flexibility. Choose annual if you know this is the kind of ongoing education and community you want — and you want both complete classes included.
Monthly
Flexible ongoing membership.
- Ongoing access to Dana for general member questions
- Community conversation with like-minded dog parents
- Monthly live Zoom with Dana
- Available Zoom replays
- Member resource and reference library
- Seasonal and new member education
- Ask questions and get clarification on classes you purchase
- Homemade Food and Remedies Classes available separately
- 50% off eligible premium guides
- Member savings on eligible services
Annual
About $33.25/month. Save $189 compared with 12 monthly payments.
- Everything included with monthly membership
- Complete Homemade Food Course included
- Complete Remedies Class Collection included
- Ask Dana questions and get clarification as you work through them
- Community conversation
- Monthly live Zoom with Dana
- Member library and replays
- Member discounts and benefits
Where Membership Fits
Ask Me Questions. Just Don't Sneak an Entire Consultation Into One.
I want members to ask questions — that's part of why you're here. But there is a difference between talking through a question and reviewing an individual dog's entire medical history, diet, medications, labs and treatment plan.
Perfect for Membership
- General nutrition and fresh-food questions
- Questions and clarification from the Homemade Food Course
- Questions and clarification from the Remedies Classes
- “What do you think about this supplement?”
- Natural wellness and prevention questions
- Essential oil, herb and homeopathy education
- Senior-dog questions
- Product and ingredient discussions
- Learning from other members' questions
Better for Private Support
- Major or complicated diagnoses
- Several overlapping chronic conditions
- Detailed individual lab review
- Custom therapeutic diet planning
- Individualized protocols
- Detailed medical and lifestyle history review
- Ongoing private troubleshooting and adjustments
Questions Before You Join
Membership FAQ
Is this basically just a library of articles?
Can I ask questions about my own dog?
Can I ask questions about the Homemade Food or Remedies Classes?
Do monthly members have access to the classes?
What is the community like?
What is the difference between monthly and annual membership?
What if my dog already has a serious health condition?
What if I cannot attend the monthly Zoom?
Is this only for people who already use holistic remedies?
Why does signup happen through Substack? I use Substack to manage subscriptions, the 7-day free trial, complimentary trial access when offered and member communications. You are still joining The Well Oiled K9 Membership; Substack simply handles the signup and subscription side.
Come, Sit and Stay Well.
Bring Your Questions. Bring Your Dog. I'll Bring What I Know.
Join me and a community of dog parents who want to keep learning, talk through the questions that come up and make thoughtful choices for the dogs we love.
Holistic Dog Health Education, Natural Wellness Resources and Community Support
The Well Oiled K9 Community is an online holistic dog health membership for dog parents who want clear, practical education without having to sort through endless conflicting advice alone.
Members can learn about canine nutrition, fresh and homemade dog food, supplements, digestive health, senior dog wellness, essential oils for dogs, herbs, homeopathy, natural first aid and other approaches that may support the whole dog.
The membership includes weekly live dog health discussions, educational replays, member-only wellness resources, natural remedy references and a supportive community where dog moms can ask questions, understand their options and make more confident decisions for their dogs.
Annual members also receive access to the Homemade Dog Food Class and Remedies Class. These self-paced educational programs include practical guidance on canine nutrition, herbs, homeopathy, natural products, first aid and the safe, thoughtful use of essential oils for dogs and other animals.
Whether you are researching better food, comparing supplements, supporting an aging dog or exploring natural wellness for the first time, the goal is to help you understand what may matter most and identify a sensible next step.
The Well Oiled K9 Community provides education and group support. It does not replace veterinary diagnosis, emergency care or individualized medical treatment.
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