How to Tell if Your Dog Is in Pain
Dogs can be good at hiding pain and discomfort. Heres how to tell if your canine companion may not be feeling his best. Unlike us,…
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Does Your Dog Really Have Separation Anxiety?
Understanding the differences between separation anxiety and separation-related behaviors will help with the diagnosis and treatment of an affected dog. The term separation anxiety is…
What to do about your dogs hot spots
Hot spots are a common and frustrating problem, and can cause your dog a lot of discomfort and angst. These natural remedies can help. Hot…
Caring for the arthritic cat
Arthritis is one of the more common causes of lameness in cats, especially as they get older. Once you get an accurate diagnosis, a variety…
Ways to detect and reduce pain in aging dogs and cats
Recognizing the common signs of pain in dogs and cats can help you promote their quality of life throughout the aging process. As our pets…
6 ways to know if your dog is in pain
Because dogs can’t talk, it can be hard for us to understand how they’re feeling. By understanding something about canine body language and behavior, you’ll…
Why is your dog aggressive?
If your dog becomes aggressive, don’t assume it’s a behavioral problem or that he’s just being “bad”. It could mean he’s ill or in pain.…
Acupressure for your dog’s stomach
Digestive issues are common during the holidays, when dogs sometimes eat things they shouldn’t. This simple acupressure session helps ease minor stomach upsets and gets…
Hydrotherapy for dog rehabilitation
Is your dog recovering from an injury or surgery, or in need of some extra exercise? A hydrotherapy program could hasten his return to fitness.…
How to help dogs with arthritis
As they age, many dogs develop arthritis. Here’s how to help your creaky canine get around more easily. Arthritis is one of the most common…
Health checklist for cats
Is your cat’s health as good as it could be? This checklist will help you figure it out. Cats tend to hide discomfort well, so…
