You might think the air inside your home is fine, but airborne pathogens and other toxins may be having an impact on your dog or cat’s health. Find out what these invisible bad guys are and how your can improve your indoor air quality. What’s in the air your dog or cat breathes? Believe it […]
If you work with animals on a daily basis, you may be familiar with compassion fatigue, the emotional distress and burnout that come from trying to save every dog or cat you encounter. It’s important to recognize the signs — and take steps to help yourself. Those of us who work with animals know we’re […]
A look at some of the most common supplements for dogs and cats and how to select the right ones for your animal companions. Even if you’re feeding your dog or cat the best food on the market, he’s likely to benefit from supplements to help optimize his nutrition, or help with an issue unrelated […]
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 has a sudden case of diarrhea. Is it okay to let it run its course? Or perhaps your cat got a nasty scratch from another kitty. Should you take care […]
Is your pet prone to developing certain health problems? Genetic testing can help you find out. Depending on your dog or cat’s breed, or mix of breeds, he may be susceptible to developing particular health conditions during his lifetime. But how do you know, especially if you’re not sure what his ancestry is? Thanks to […]
Bad teeth, red gums and smelly breath…periodontal disease affects at least half of all dogs and cats. These herbs (along with kelp!) can provide symptomatic relief while you work with your vet to restore your animal’s dental health. Periodontal disease is extremely common in our dogs and cats. The right diet, along with regular veterinary […]
Find out why the state of your dog or cat’s microbiome is so important to his overall health, and how proper nutrition can help bring it back into balance. Gut health is a hot topic right now, and no wonder. The more we learn about it, the more we realize how important balanced populations of […]
A comprehensive look at when and why your animal might need to have a dental extraction. No one wants to have to extract a dog or cat’s tooth. And the necessity for doing so can be minimized if the animal has the right anatomy and has received good dental care from the start. But there […]
A large number of older dogs and cats develop kidney disease or failure. With correct diagnostic testing, the problem can be caught early enough for more successful treatment. Kidney disease and failure is one of the most common disorders I see in dogs and cats. It’s extremely prevalent as animals age, especially in those eight […]
Flea and tick medications in the isoxazoline class have been linked to seizures and muscle tremors in dogs and cats. If you’re wary of using flea and tick medications on your dog or cat, you’re in good company. It has been known for a while now that these products can cause serious side effects in […]
