Kennel cough
Vaccination doesn’t guarantee your dog won’t get kennel cough. Find out why, and how an integrative approach that includes Chinese herbs and homeopathy can combat…
Category: Dogs Health
How acupressure can help abandoned dogs
A dog that has been abandoned often suffers from a host of physical, emotional and behavioral issues. Along with the proper veterinary care and lots…
How to massage your dog
Who doesn’t love a great massage? After all, massage benefits us physically and psychologically. The same is true for our dogs. Through massage, you’ll see…
New research into canine bloat
Bloat is a serious problem among many canine breeds. Yet little is known about the causes of this deadly disease. While any larger dog can…
Top 5 canine cancer prevention tips
Cancer is a common disease in dogs, but here’s how you can significantly reduce your companion’s risk of becoming another statistic. Did you know your dog…
When can supplements replace medications in dogs and cats?
Conventional medications are sometimes necessary for pets, and can be life-saving in an emergency. But when it comes to conditions like allergies, arthritis or infections,…
Should we be de-sexing our dogs?
In North America, spaying and neutering are generally regarded as a necessary and responsible approach to controlling populations of stray and homeless dogs. But new…
Delay the spay
February is Spay/Neuter Awareness Month – the perfect time to revisit the latest research on these common procedures! According to veterinarian Dr. Karen Shaw Becker,…
Pet dental health month
During National Pet Dental Health Month in February, our pets’ smiles take center stage. Periodontal disease is the most common health problem in dogs and…
Cancer-fighting foods you can share with your dog
From colorful fruits and vegetables to mushrooms and seaweed, these amazing cancer-fighting foods are packed full of nutrients. Cancer is an increasingly common health problem…
Probiotics for pets – a primer
They’re not just for GI issues. Probiotics can help with a range of health problems and can also help maintain overall wellness in healthy dogs…
Botanical treatments for middle ear infections in pets
Unlike conventional drugs, herbs and other botanicals make resistance nearly impossible for even the nastiest pathogens, and are effective weapons against the bacteria and fungi…
