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
Is your Lawn Care company using pet-friendly products?
As pet owners, we are always looking to reduce the toxic chemicals in our homes by buying pet-friendly cleaners and household products, but have you
3 reasons to document your pet’s health history
Recording your pet’s health history is fun – but it can also improve his quality of life! These days, more and more pet parents are
How to improve your aging dog’s quality of life
Your dog can go through many changes as he gets older. Here are some ways you can help support his quality of life throughout the
How to train your dog to enjoy vet visits
An important key to taking the anxiety out of vet visits is to train your dog to calmly accept handling and gentle restraint, and to
The annual veterinary exam – what to expect
Your dog or cat should see the veterinarian at least once a year for a check-up. Let’s take a look at what an annual veterinary
How Fear Free® makes vet visits less stressful
Going to the vet can cause fear, anxiety and stress in both animals and their humans…and that may result in less-than-optimal care, or even avoidance
Why choose a mobile vet?
Does your cat or dog get anxious in new places? Is he prone to carsickness? Consider booking an appointment with a mobile vet! You’ve seen
Should I call the vet?
How to determine when your dog or cat needs to see a vet right away, and when it’s okay to “wait and see”. Your dog
Vet techs and what they do
You’ve probably met at least one veterinary technician at your vet’s office, but how much do you know about the role she plays in the
Studies reveal that most people would go into debt for their pet
Increased medical bills – and the debt they can create – is just one piece of evidence that pets are treated like family. Pet insurance
4 steps to a happy, healthy “low maintenance” dog
These four simple tips will help ensure your life with your dog is as joyful, rewarding and “low maintenance” as possible. Studies show that owning
When integrative veterinary medicine is the optimal choice
There are times when a combination of holistic and conventional therapies is the best way to treat a dog or cat’s health problems. Let’s look
3 common objections to holistic veterinary medicine
Conventional veterinary medicine claims that holistic therapies don’t work, or that any healing that does occur can be written off as coincidence or placebo effect.
New feline anesthesia guidelines
Cats are small creatures, so receiving too high a dose of anesthesia can be dangerous. Luckily, the guidelines have changed to keep them safe. Anesthesia
Your puppy’s first vet visit
If you’ve just adopted a puppy, one of your first priorities is to take him to the vet for a checkup. Here are 8 important
Finding the right veterinarian for you and your pet
Whether you’re a first-time dog or cat guardian, or are re-locating and looking for a new veterinarian, learn how to find the best match for
Hillary Hickam — Hollywood’s vet
Animal Wellness talks to Hollywood vet Hillary Hickam. Hillary Hickam is one of Hollywood’s top celebrity veterinarians, working with clients such as Paris Hilton, Ellen Degeneres
6 steps to stress-free vet visits
The keys to calm behavior at the vet clinic includes early socialization and positive reinforcement training. If you’re like a lot of people, you dread
Chase No Face: The road to recovery is filled with love
Often times, people see injured cats and dogs and automatically think nothing can be done for them. This could have been the case with Chase,
How to work closely with your vet
It is important to take an active role in your dog or cat’s health and wellness. By working closely with your companions vet, you can
Homeopathic animal college
The College of Animal Homeopathic Medicine is bridging the gap between veterinarians and homeopaths, and healing animals in the most natural way possible. Angel had
Herbs for Cushing’s disease in dogs
How nutrition, herbs and acupuncture helped Tess regain her health and vitality after a diagnosis of Cushing’s disease. I knew something was wrong when my
Adopting a dog online
The internet makes it easier than ever to find the right companion. But, make sure these online sites have the best interests of the animals
Top 5 holiday safety tips for pets
Rich food and sparkly decorations are hallmarks of the holiday season — but they can cause digestive havoc in your dog or cat. These holiday safety
Why is your dog aggressive?
If your dog becomes aggressive, don’t assume it’s a behavioral problem or that he’s just being “bad”. It could mean he’s ill or in pain.
Mobile pet services
From veterinarians to groomers to massage therapists, animal care professionals offer mobile pet services to cater to the needs of their four-footed clients and their
Recognizing anaphylactic shock in dogs
Some dogs are hypersensitive to insect stings and bites. Learning to recognize the signs of anaphylactic shock can be a life-saver. One summer afternoon, I
Diagnosing your dog’s health issues
At home diagnosis for six common health issues that can help to stabilize a sick or injured dog before heading to the vet. Like us,
Choosing a pet insurance plan
Buying health insurance for your dog is a smart move, but how do you decide which plan is best? If someone you love falls ill,
Natural products for dogs and cats
This eco-friendly online pet store focuses on natural products for dogs and cats. Sometimes the simplest ideas have the most clout. When Marty Grosjean founded
6 steps to a happy puppy
These six steps will get your new puppy on the road to a long and happy life. Bringing home a new puppy is exciting, but it’s