Caring for a paraplegic canine
There are many reasons why a dog might become a paraplegic – and just as many ways to help him overcome his disability. Paraplegia in…
Category: Dogs Lifestyle
Excessive paw licking — it may not be allergies!
Why is she constantly licking her paws? Abby has a puzzling habit. She spends hours licking her front paws. Her guardian took her to the…
New age healing modalities for pets
New age healing modalities have a place in many holistic and integrative approaches. A friend of mine recently informed her brother that she was going to…
A new life for Marty the beagle
Once used a a laboratory testing dog, Marty a sweet and innocent beagle, now enjoys a life full of love. His muscles were frozen solid, rigid…
Animal communication
Once regarded with skepticism, animal communication is now often seen as an effective modality for getting to the root of a variety of problems. Taylor…
Can dogs get depression?
Dogs can have depression the same way humans do, and for similar reasons. Acupressure is one way to revitalize him. Jazz is a four-year-old Labrador/standard…
Ian Somerhalder: how the actor and his foundation are turning passion into action
Growing up in Louisiana, The Vampire Diaries star Ian Somerhalder learned through osmosis about the interconnection between the environment, animals and people. The fragile ecosystem…
How being a pet parent improves your health
Being a pet parent offers many benefits. Animal companions not only give us unconditional love and friendship — they also improve our health! Karen is…
What’s making your dog anxious?
Helping your anxious dog starts with determining what’s upsetting her in the first place. Dogs get stressed just like we do. The difference is, we…
Understanding anxiety and aggression in dogs and cats
Why are anxiety and aggression so common in dogs and cats, and how can they be resolved? About three years ago, our Irish setter Coral…
5 wonderful reasons to walk with your pet
Whether you have a dog or just like to get outside for a stroll, a daily walk comes with a number of benefits. Walking you…
Chantal Kreviazuk finds Zen with her dogs!
Recent Order of Canada recipient Chantal Kreviazuk is an iconic name in the music industry having countless hits of her own (I Will Be, Leaving…
