Vitamin D – is your dog or cat getting enough?
Unlike us, dogs and cats can’t get their vitamin D from spending time in the sunshine. So it’s a good idea to have your furry…
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
Herbs and canine glaucoma
When used as part of an integrative approach, herbs and herbal formulas can help manage glaucoma in dogs. Glaucoma in dogs can be a serious…
3 effective supplements for pet weight loss
When combined with the right diet and exercise program, these weight loss supplements will safely bring down your dog or cat’s weight. Do you think…
Vitamin D in dogs and cats
A vitamin D insufficiency is associated with a range of disease states. In recent years, researchers have uncovered new findings about vitamin D in dogs…
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 disease.…
Ayurveda for Your Animals | Natural Healing for Pets
Ayurveda is an ancient holistic healing system that was developed in India — and can be applied to companion animals as well as humans. It’s…