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Sun protection and insect repellent for your dog

Summer means lots of time outdoors with your dog, but don't forget the sun protection and insect repellent! Summer is here, bringing with it lots...

What you need to know about cicadas and your pets

Many pets love to hunt bugs, and cicadas are a tempting snack – big, loud and relatively easy to catch. What happens if your...

3 natural tick repellents for dogs, backed by science

The reported cases of Lyme disease are growing exponentially every year. Fortunately, there are a number of natural tick repellents you can use to...

Chagas disease and your dog

What is Chagas disease, and should you worry about your dog? It depends on where you live. You may or may not have heard...

Fleas on your feline?

Before you reach for the chemicals, give these more natural flea remedies a try. If your cat is scratching more than usual, chances are...

Lyme disease and your dog

Taking steps to minimize tick exposure is the best way to protect your canine companion from Lyme disease. It doesn’t seem that long since...

8 tips to keep your pets happy and healthy this spring

Spring has sprung! Keep your pet safe and happy all season long with these helpful tips. Spring is a wonderful season – especially if you’re...

Natural solutions for pet pests

Fleas, ticks, heartworms, mosquitoes – warmer weather means these pests will be looking for a piece of your dog or cat. Some can cause...

Catnip is good for dogs too!

Catnip offers a range of natural health benefits to canines. When I return home from a trip to the pet supply store, my Jack Russell terrier...

The natural way to control mosquitoes

Mosquitoes aren’t just annoying -- they can also make your dog or cat sick. Get a head start on the season by learning how to...

Lice prevention for dogs

Lice can cause your dog a lot of discomfort. A healthy lifestyle coupled with vigilance (and a fine-toothed comb!) can help keep him from...

Natural insect repellent for animals

How fly and flea allergies in her animals prompted one woman to create her own green insect repellent, free of harmful chemicals. You don’t want...

How to fight fleas holistically

Keep your dog itch-free by taking a well-rounded holistic approach to fighting fleas and other pests. Have you ever heard the term "integrated pest management"?...

West Nile Virus in animals

How to protect your companion from West Nile Virus as well as harmful chemical sprays used to ward off those pesky mosquitoes. Jessie Brand’s house...

Fighting fleas on dogs and cats

Summertime, and the livin’ is easy…until the fleas start biting. Here's how to combat these nasty pests in the most natural way possible. Fleas are...

Beneficial insects for your garden

Introducing beneficial insects to the garden is a pet-friendly way to deal with pests without resorting to chemical toxins. If you share your garden with...