Probiotics and prebiotics – why they’re so important for your dog or cat
A balanced microbiome has a positive impact on your dog or cat’s health that goes well beyond digestive function. Probiotics and prebiotics can help achieve…
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Why your pet needs dental care from the beginning
From the very start of welcoming a cat or dog into your family, prioritizing their oral health is key to keeping your pets happy and…
Recommending supplements to improve the microbiome in dogs and cats
Factors that can affect microbiome balance and how recommending the right diet, supplements and lifestyle modifications can help. Current research in veterinary gastrointestinal function suggests…
What you need to know about natural prebiotics for cats
Uncovering what you need to know about prebiotics, including which ones may be best for your cat and why they need them in the first…
Top tips for preventing equine ulcers
Feeding a species-appropriate diet and taking steps to reduce your horse’s stress can lower his chance of developing a gastric ulcer. Have you ever heard…
The evolution of gut health – part 1
Achieving optimal gut health in veterinary patient starts with an understanding of how important bacterial organisms are to the entire ecosystem of the planet. Bacterial…
The next generation of probiotics for dogs and cats
Biologically appropriate probiotics factor in the specific needs of our animal companions. When I first started treating animals for leaky gut syndrome in my holistic…
A species-appropriate approach to equine gut disease
Making sure your horse has a more species-appropriate lifestyle can decrease her risk of developing equine gut disease. Equine gut disease has reached epidemic proportions…
Why it’s important to support your dog or cat’s gut microbiome
Keeping your pet’s GI tract healthy by supporting her gut microbiome is so important. Here’s how the right supplements can help! In dogs and cats…
Caring for your horse after antibiotics
Your horse just finished a round of antibiotics. What’s next? Here’s how a natural approach can help restore him to good health. Antibiotics are used…
Common supplements for dogs and cats
A look at some of the most common supplements for dogs and cats and how to select the right ones for your animal companions. Even…
Top 5 herbs for dog and cat digestive health
Digestive upsets are common in dogs and cats. These five herbs can effectively alleviate diarrhea, vomiting and constipation, and even treat deeper problems. Occasional digestive…
