The science behind animal communication
Investigate the intriguing science behind intuitive animal communication. See how dogs, cats, and other species might connect with humans on a deeper level. Animal communication
Understand aging in pets
Understand aging in pets, ensuring your dog or cat’s health and quality of life are enhanced for comfortable and meaningful later years. Aging is something
Top 5 ways your dog or cat can help you de-stress
There’s no getting around the fact we’re living in stressful times. But the good news is that our dogs and cats can help significantly lower
Bioavailability – what is it and why is it important
Understanding absorption and the bioavailability of a CBD product are the first steps to selecting the best option for your pet. As a pet parent,
Top approaches to animal osteoarthritis
From nutrition and weight management to acupuncture and stem cell therapy, integrative and holistic treatments for osteoarthritis in dogs and cats are effectively reducing pain,
Why artificial scents are harming your pets
Artificial scents may make your house fresh and fragrant, but the chemicals that go into them can be toxic. You’ve seen the ads for all
Rate your dog’s food!
How does your dog’s food rate in terms of good nutrition? Use this scoring system to help you make the best dietary choices for your
Coconut and your pet
From oils and treats to shampoos and balms, the humble coconut is making its way into a lot of pet products. How does this popular
Acupressure in animal shelters
How acupressure-massage can play a role in easing anxiety, fear and confusion in shelters. Animal shelters are tough places no matter how hard staff and
Animal Wellness visits Iqaluit Humane Society
Iqaluit Humane Society needs your help! Recently, our Publisher, Tim Hockley, his wife and Editor-in-chief, Dana Cox, and their son Tristan visited the Iqaluit Humane
Acupressure for dogs in hospice
Used within the context of hospice or palliative care, acupressure is a wonderful way to alleviate discomfort and help dogs pass more easily when their
Can Dogs Feel Guilty?
We’ve all seen dogs acting guilty. But behaviors like avoiding eye contact, hiding, or creeping don’t mean that a dog knows he did something wrong
Exercise and acupressure for conditioning
Add acupressure to your dog’s exercise regime, and you’ll give him the edge he needs to advance to new levels if conditioning. Every dog has
Do you know what age your dog is?
Dogs age much faster than humans. But, at what age is a dog considered a senior…or a geriatric? Well, there is no real simple answer.
Understanding the roles of RVTs and unregistered vet assistants
Learn about Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs) and Unregistered Assistants and how they help care for your dog or cat. You know your veterinary clinic has
Can my dog or cat get ebola?
The risks are minimal on this side of the Atlantic, but here’s what you should know about Ebola. Most of us have been following the
Feline homing instincts
Many lost or relocated cats are able to find their way home again, even over vast distances using their homing instincts. Feline behavior is often
Black Cat Rescue
Dark-coated kitties have a harder time getting adopted than their more colorful cousins, but Black Cat Rescue is changing that. When Jennifer Stott and Samantha
Can dogs get depression?
Dogs can have depression the same way humans do, and for similar reasons. Acupressure is one way to revitalize him. Jazz is a four-year-old Labrador/standard
Ian Somerhalder: how the actor and his foundation are turning passion into action
Growing up in Louisiana, The Vampire Diaries star Ian Somerhalder learned through osmosis about the interconnection between the environment, animals and people. The fragile ecosystem
Can dogs donate blood?
If your dog is eligible to donate blood, he can help save the lives of other dogs in need! Dogs enrich our lives in a
How being a pet parent improves your health
Being a pet parent offers many benefits. Animal companions not only give us unconditional love and friendship — they also improve our health! Karen is
Chantal Kreviazuk finds Zen with her dogs!
Recent Order of Canada recipient Chantal Kreviazuk is an iconic name in the music industry having countless hits of her own (I Will Be, Leaving
Spinach for dogs
Like the spinach-munching cartoon character, Popeye, this leafy green can hep give our dogs good eyes, strong bones, and a sturdy digestive tract. Spinach has long
Blueberries for dogs
We love eating these tasty little morsels of goodness, so why wouldn’t our pets? Blueberries have top-notch antioxidant properties; in fact, they possess some of
The kitties of Blind Cat Rescue
They’ve overcome ENORMOUS odds, but the incredible felines of the Blind Cat Rescue now have a happy homes. Popcorn is a pure white kitty who
Bocker’s beautiful life
With gorgeous good looks and star quality to spare, Bocker, the famous Labradoodle, wears many hats – from fashion model and movie star to therapy dog
Prolotherapy
Take a look at how prolotherapy, a form of regenerative medicine, can help your dog’s joints. Jona was just eight months old when he started
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 mistakes,
Feeding his nervous system
Many things can affect your dog’s nervous system. Good nutrition helps ensure it continues to do its job properly. When you think about your dog’s
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
The importance of fiber in your dog’s diet
You know it’s important to have fiber in your own diet, but did you know it’s also essential for dogs and cats? When you think