Tag: toxins
Online Tool Helps Identify Top Pet Toxins
Every year, thousands of dogs and cats are poisoned by ingesting everyday substances that their guardians may not always think of as harmful. Recently,...
How Lawn Chemicals Affect Your Cat
Pesticides, fertilizers, and other lawn chemicals are powerful toxins that can have an adverse effect on your cat’s health. Find out how to keep...
Managing Food Allergies in Dogs and Cats
Your dog or cat’s skin is her largest organ and her immune system’s first line of defense. As such, skin and coat health isn’t...
3 Reasons to Use Cordyceps for Cats
Cordyceps for cats have many health benefits, including for their kidneys, diabetes, and lungs. No matter what age your kitty is, cordyceps can help...
Natural support for your dog or cat’s aging liver
The liver is one of the body’s hardest-working organs, so it’s not surprising that it needs some extra help as your dog or cat...
Detoxifying your pet – why and when it’s important
Your dog or cat’s body is naturally designed to detoxify itself, but sometimes he needs extra assistance to recover his health and well-being.
We...
Is your dog affected by household allergens?
Fleas and certain foods aren’t the only things that can give your dog allergies. Indoor and outdoor household allergens, found in everything from cleaning...
Researchers study effects of glyphosate in dogs and cats
Glyphosate hasn’t been classified as a carcinogen – but that doesn’t mean it’s safe. Take a look at how this toxic herbicide is negatively...
Improving indoor air quality for your animal
You might think the air inside your home is fine, but airborne pathogens and other toxins may be having an impact on your dog...
How gemmotherapy helps keep animals healthy in a toxic world
More and more toxins are polluting our environment, leading to bodily stress and disease in our dogs and cats. Gemmotherapy is an excellent way...
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...
6 hidden household toxins – protecting your pet
Minimizing your dog or cat’s exposure to harmful chemicals involves more than switching to non-toxic cleaners. Check out these six hidden household toxins, and...
Dogs can get breast cancer too
Breast cancer is most often associated with humans, but dogs develop this malignancy as well. The good news is that there are many steps...
Household cleaners that are safe for pets
Having a clean house is important, but so is the safety of your dog or cat. Here’s a breakdown of toxic ingredients to avoid...
Does your dog have hot spots?
These inflamed red lesions on your dog’s skin can cause him a lot of itching and pain. Find out what really causes hot spots,...
Pet-friendly alternatives to lawn and garden chemicals
Pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers are full of toxins that are harmful to dogs and cats. Using safe natural methods to keep your lawn and...
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...
Detox your dog’s liver
Even with a natural lifestyle, all dogs have toxins in their bodies. Helping the liver do its job can aid in cleansing his system.
Fall...
Do’s and don’ts for safe dog toys
Looking for the perfect playthings for your pooch? Check out our top do's and don'ts for safe dog toys!
Shopping for dog toys is easier...
Protect him from harmful and toxic objects
Socks, rocks, bones, chocolate, coins… all of these items can be harmful to our pets!
As a pet owner, there are pet first aid skills...
Dog dies from gum containing Xylitol
It may look harmless, but Xylitol, most commonly found in sugarless chewing gum, is one of the top toxins for dogs.
Xylitol is a...
Liver shunts — what you need to know
Liver shunts are difficult to diagnose, but it can be managed with nutritional therapy and nutraceuticals.
The liver is a busy organ. It performs a...
Non-Toxic pest control
Keep Fido and Fluffy safe this spring by replacing chemicals with non-toxic pest control alternatives.
April showers bring May flowers – and pests – to...
Broccoli for dogs
Learn all the benefits broccoli has to offer your furry companion.
Broccoli shows up cooked on our dinner plates, blended into our soup pots, and...
Animal-friendly remodeling
Here's how to keep your animal companions safe and comfortable during home remodeling projects — without sending them to a kennel.
When planning a home...
Is paint toxic to your cat and dog?
Next time your are giving your house a face lift, be sure to keep your dog and cat away from the paint you are...
How zeolites can heal your dog
Your animal’s body is bombarded with harmful substances every day. Zeolites are uniquely-structured minerals that can help detoxify him and promote healing.
We can do a...
Be aware of dog autoimmune diseases
Autoimmune diseases are increasingly prevalent in dogs and have genetic and environmental triggers. Here's what you should be aware of.
If you were unlucky enough...
Fracking – Is It Harming Your Dog?
Is the procedure from the mining industry known as fracking causing a lot of controversy and health concerns for your dog?
If you keep up...
Toxicovigilance and your dog
Toxicovigilance is abundant in the environment. Learn how heavy metals are impacting your dog's health, and what you can do about it.
It’s a fact that our air, soil,...
Leaky gut syndrome and your dog’s immunity
Also called hyperpermeable bowel, leaky gut syndrome is a condition that has a strong relationship to the immune system and the development of chronic...
Herbs for digestive problems in dogs
Digestive problems are common in dogs. Take a look at how herbs can help resolve these issues.
Anyone who shares their life with a dog...
