Digestive upsets are common in dogs and cats. These five herbs can effectively alleviate diarrhea, vomiting and constipation, and even treat deeper problems. Occasional digestive issues are a fact of life in dogs and cats. Whether caused by a new food, a late night garbage raid, or those rich tidbits offered from the Thanksgiving dinner […]
Digestive problems are common in dogs and cats, and can be challenging to diagnose. These tests narrow down the causes and make effective treatment possible. Digestive problems are among the most commonly-seen problems in dogs and cats. Symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting and weight loss have many causes, and getting to the root of the […]
More and more toxins are polluting our environment, leading to bodily stress and disease in our dogs and cats. Gemmotherapy is an excellent way to help combat these effects. A growing number of dog and cat parents are concerned about the detrimental effects our toxic world is having on their four-legged companions. If you’re one […]
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 clinic setting? Here’s how a vet tech can help you, and why they’re an invaluable member of your dog or cat’s healthcare team. Think about the last time you took […]
The founders of Torigen have developed a revolutionary immunotherapy treatment that’s effectively treating cancer in dogs and cats. Our dogs and cats are integral members of the family, so it’s devastating when they get sick. Dr. Mark Suckow experienced this gut-wrenching feeling in 2010 when his family dog, Sadie, was diagnosed with cancer. But out […]
Microbiome Restorative Therapy (MBRT) is a procedure in which fecal material is transferred from a healthy dog or cat to the gastrointestinal tract of an ailing one. It helps balance the microbiome and treat digestive and other health issues. The microbiome is a community of microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, viruses and other microbes) that occupy a […]
Despite research showing that most vaccines have a much longer duration of immunity than originally thought, many veterinarians and their clients still opt for annual boosters. Find out how to break free of this mold and protect your dog or cat from over-vaccination. The harmful effects of over-vaccination in dogs and cats is not a […]
From triacontanol and docosanal to aloe vera, squalene and calendula — these remedies support your animal’s immunity while helping treat bacterial and fungal infections. A variety of natural remedies support healthy, optimally-functioning immunity in your dog or cat, and may also help treat active bacterial and fungal infections. Triacontanol and docosanol are fatty alcohols derived […]
Once dismissed as bogus, Reiki is being brought into shelters, veterinary clinics and other animal facilities as an effective way to enhance healing and well-being in dogs and cats. Gone are the days when we naively believed there was a “pill for every ill”, and when veterinary medicine was primarily reactionary. Now, both dog and […]
A look at how your animal’s eye health is linked to his immune system, and how you can keep him seeing and feeling well. Your dog or cat’s eyes are vital organs commonly attacked by outside forces (e.g. trauma, infection) and defended by his immune system. The eye is also frequently attacked by inside “dark […]
