Dental toys for dogs
Many toys are designed to clean your dog’s teeth – but not all of them are safe. Here’s what to look for and what...
Is it time to switch your pet’s food?
If your pet isn’t thriving on his current food, it’s time to file for a “pet food divorce” and switch to something better. Know...
Oral tumors in dogs and cats
Both benign and malignant tumors can arise in almost any area of your pet’s mouth. What causes them, and how can they be treated?
Oral...
How to massage your dog
Who doesn’t love a great massage? After all, massage benefits us physically and psychologically. The same is true for our dogs.
Through massage, you’ll...
When can supplements replace medications in dogs and cats?
Conventional medications are sometimes necessary for pets, and can be life-saving in an emergency. But when it comes to conditions like allergies, arthritis or...
3 simple steps to prevent ear infections in pets
Prevent common ear issues in your animal companion by inspecting his ears regularly, using natural solutions like Banixx, and promoting his overall health.
Ear problems...
Dry eye in dogs
Also called keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS), dry eye is a common problem in some dogs. Because it has many underlying causes, a proper diagnosis is...
8 winter safety tips for you and your dog
There’s nothing like romping with your dog in the first snowfall of the season. Just be sure to keep these safety tips in mind!...
How to protect your dog’s paws this winter
The winter season can take a toll on your dogs’ sensitive paws. Constant exposure to snow, ice and salt can result in cracked, dry...
It’s tick season — here’s how to prepare
April showers bring May flowers… and ticks. Experts are warning about the re-emergence of blacklegged ticks, otherwise known as deer ticks. As the snow...
Hugs & kisses woofles recipe
The most important ingredient in this recipe is love!
Ingredients
4 cups whole grain flour (e.g. oat, spelt or a combination)
½ cup oatmeal
1...
Should small dogs receive a half dose vaccine?
This new ground-breaking study on half dose vaccine protocols reveals small dogs should not receive the same size vaccine as large breed dogs.
Editor-in-chief note: Currently,...
Top pet food ingredients to avoid
From by-products to soy to rendered fats – here are some ingredients to steer clear of when buying pet food for your dog or...
Top 10 training tips
Set your dog up for success with these suggestions for positive training.
Training simply means educating your dog in a safe and loving environment, and...
5 steps to greater enrichment
Circling through these five themes of environmental enrichment can help keep your dog physically and mentally stimulated as well as happy, content and well-behaved.
As...
Massage for arthritic dogs
Does your canine companion have osteoarthritis? Massage therapy helps ease the pain and stiffness.
Audrey Rose is an 11-year-old poodle with osteoarthritis. "If she moves...
Dental disease linked to organ problems
Dental issues may harm your dog or cat’s kidneys, lungs, liver, heart and even his immune system.
Do you factor your dog or cat’s dental...
Winter fitness tips for you and your dog
Fitness in the winter can be challenging. The weather outside is frightful – snow too deep, puddles too big, walkways too slippery – so...
Canine dental treats
They’re an easy way to keep his teeth clean – but make sure you’re buying safe and healthy dental products.
Good dental health is a...
4 top nutrients every animal needs
No matter what type of food you feed your dog or cat, these few specific supplements will give him important nutrients and improve his...
Multiple therapies for treating cancer in animals
Treating cancer successfully means drawing on a variety of therapies.
Cancer isn’t a simple disease. It attacks and affects the body in numerous, often insidious...
Turmeric for dogs
Turmeric is much more than a disinfectant and a tonic. As an aid to our dogs’ heart health and liver function, and an anti-inflammatory...
Introducing a new dog to rover?
Introducing a new dog into your home can sometimes be a challenge. By easing into things at a neutral location, and avoiding some common...
Antioxidants from whole foods for dogs and cats
Antioxidants are found in a range of healthy foods that are good for your dog or cat.
Once upon a time, I visited the Organic...
Feeding a fussy eater
Fussy dogs and cats can drive us crazy. We might try 50 different foods, we beg and cajole… but sometimes nothing seems to work.
While...
Does your dog have a food sensitivity?
A food sensitivity can manifest in several ways but the solution is simple – a better quality diet.
Does your dog have a “sensitive” stomach?...
Essential fatty acids for felines
Essential fatty acids not only give your cat a sleek coat and healthy skin but they can also help reduce inflammation and protect against...
Demodectic mange in dogs
Discover how to treat demodectic mange in an adult dog — holistically!
The demodex mite is present on most people and animals. In veterinary school we...
Top 20 supplements for animals
Good nutrition is the foundation of good health. Feeding your dog a wholesome diet along with the proper supplements will ensure he is getting everything...
How dental health affects his whole body
Poor dental health isn’t just about your dog’s teeth and gums. Left untreated, it can also affect his overall well-being.
Poor dental health in dogs...
Top 10 eye problems in dogs and cats
Take a look at the most common eye problems that effect our animal companions.
Often, people are surprised by the number of different eye diseases...
