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Author: Robert J. Silver, DVM, MS, CVA

Dr. Robert J. Silver is a 1982 graduate of Colorado State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. He has pioneered the use of diet, herbs and nutraceuticals in his small animal integrative practice in Boulder, Colorado for the past 25 years. He writes and speaks both domestically and internationally to veterinary audiences on the value of blending holistic modalities with conventional medicine, and is a consultant to the pet food industry
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Cordyceps – An Adaptogenic Mushroom for Your Dog or Cat’s Adrenal Glands

Find out how an adaptogenic mushroom called cordyceps may help your dog or cat’s adrenal glands deal more effectively with stress. Handling stress is an…

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Adaptogens – Solutions for Animal Stress!

The world can be a very stressful place for dogs, cats, and other companion animals. While it may be impossible to eliminate stressors from your…

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From Lion’s Mane to Maitake, edible mushrooms are rich in prebiotic fiber and other nutrients that help improve the health of your dog’s gut microbiome.…

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The Truth About Pet Mushroom Products Real Mushrooms

Pet parents who buy supplements have a reasonable right to expect that product names and labels accurately reflect supplement ingredients. If you buy a mushroom…

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With its treasure trove of health benefits, Reishi is an important medicinal mushroom that can help with your dog’s allergies, arthritis, and more. Selecting the…

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Lion’s Mane mushroom offers healing properties to both people and dogs

A popular mushroom in North America, Lion’s Mane features a range of medicinal benefits for both people and their dogs — from calming anxiety to…

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Find out why CBD is the Swiss army knife of herbal supplements for anxiety and behavior issues in dogs and cats. CBD-dominant cannabis, commonly known…

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How CBD can help support your pet’s digestive health

Along with a quality diet and a good overall healthcare program, CBD can be used to add extra support to your dog or cat’s digestive…

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CBD and supplements — a blended approach to arthritis in dogs

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