Do You Have a “Highly Sensitive Pet”?
If your dog or cat seems overreactive, anxious, or easily overwhelmed, she may be a “highly sensitive pet”. Here’s how to tell, and what you
Chiropractic care for canine anxiety
We usually think of chiropractic care in terms of relieving pain in our dogs, but it can also have a positive effect on canine anxiety.
5 things you can do to ease pet anxiety
Does your dog have anxiety? He’s not alone! Most dogs get anxious every once in a while, and calming them down isn’t always easy. Here
Social enrichment ideas for cats
If your cat responds negatively to change, she may need some social enrichment! Here are a few techniques to try. Cats are notoriously creatures of
6 ways to calm a stressed cat
Some cats seem especially prone to getting stressed, and it can be challenging to find the cause. Cats get stressed much as we do. Indoor-only
Improve your cat’s well-being with sensory enrichment
Is your cat bored, stressed or anxious? Sensory enrichment helps restore him to calmness and balance by appealing to all his senses. Cats can easily
Relieving anxiety in your pet with massage therapy
A look at how massage therapy can help ease anxiety in companion animals, and some tips on how to try it at home! Anxiety is
Is your dog overly anxious? Acupressure can help!
Occasional anxiety is natural and normal in any dog, just as it is in us. But if your dog seems excessively anxious and fearful, you
2 simple steps to a fear-free Fourth of July for your dog
The Fourth of July can be a frightening holiday for our canine companions. These two simple steps will help you ease his fear and keep
How CBD can help your anxious dog
Is your dog anxious? Here’s how CBD can help. Whenever a thunderstorm rolls in, my dogs — Odie, Nina, and Jolene — can feel the
Acupressure for easing holiday stress – in both you and your dog!
The festive season can be tense as well as fun – and if you’re feeling the holiday stress, your dog is too. These simple acupressure
Natural remedies for canine anxiety
Is your dog a “nervous Nelly?“ Anxiety is common in our canine companions, so here’s how to help him chill using a holistic, natural approach.
Natural help for anxiety
Anxiety can impact your dog’s quality of life and result in a variety of troublesome behaviors. The good news is that there are many ways
Understanding “dog talk” to prevent dog bites!
It’s dog bite prevention week! Animal Wellness Magazine turned to dog bite expert Joan Orr for more information on how to prevent canine aggression: AW:
What’s making your dog anxious?
Helping your anxious dog starts with determining what’s upsetting her in the first place. Dogs get stressed just like we do. The difference is, we
Acupressure for newly adopted dogs
Bringing home a new adopted dog can be stressful for him and your existing animals. Learn how acupressure can help keep the peace and make
Tips for bathing your dog
Regular bathing is important, but what if he freaks out every time you try to get him in the tub? These techniques help make bath
Chinese herbs for your dog’s anxiety
Your dog is scared of loud noises, hates being left alone and is jumpier than a jack-in-the-box. Chinese herbs can calm him down by getting
5 ways to soothe fear in dogs
Alleviate your dog’s fear based behaviours stemming from poor socialization, abuse, traumatic events and even genetics. Joe and Melissa adopted a young mixed breed from
Energy medicine for your dog
What exactly is “energy medicine” and how does it work? For most of us, the word “energy” calls to mind something that turns lights on
Separation anxiety — could you be making it worse?
Could you be making your dog’s separation anxiety worse? You may be contributing to his fear without even realizing it. Wendy adopted a collie mix recently.
Addressing unexplained behavior issues in dogs
Does your dog display an odd behavior that you’re not sure how to fix? This Q&A with a professional trainer might shed some light on
Help your dog focus during training with acupressure
Training your dog can be tough if he’s easily distracted and finds it hard to concentrate. Stimulating these acupressure points can help him focus and
Energy healing for your dog
You’ve heard the term energy healing but what exactly is it and why and how does it work? For most of us, the word “energy”
5 ways to soothe anxiety in dogs
Poor socialization, abuse, traumatic events and even genetics can cause fear-based behaviors in a dog. You can’t undo his past, but you can help alleviate
7 ways your dog can help you combat stress
As the pace of life intensifies, making time for yourself becomes more important than ever. Here’s where Fido can help ease your stress. It’s an established
Animal fireworks safety
Fireworks are fun for us, but they can terrify dogs and cats. The explosions of noise and light can be a genuine source of trauma
Taking the stress out of vet visits
Your dog or cat may never look forward to his vet visits, but these suggestions can make them a lot less stressful for him, as