Canine arthritis aided with Chinese herbs
Lily was trained for agility work. “She was my performance pooch, and also herded my sheep,” says Certified Pet Dog Trainer Jan Blue. “She...
Acupressure for Active Dogs
Active dogs are happy dogs – they’re doing what comes naturally to them. When dogs get plenty of exercise, they’re physically healthy and mentally...
Why your dog’s dental health is so important
What’s the most common infectious condition in dogs and cats? Hint: It can be prevented by keeping up with their dental health. If you...
Foods for your dog’s dental health
Maggie was just shy of her 13th birthday when she walked into our home and straight into our hearts. She was a much loved...
Fitness with your dog
You’re a couch potato and you readily admit it. Sure, you have a gym membership, but you can’t remember the last time you used...
Does your dog have a hormone deficiency?
Does your dog have a hormonal deficiency? You probably already know that canines can suffer from hormone imbalances of the thyroid gland, or the...
Keeping your dog cool & comfortable in the heat
We may love the heat, but it’s hard on our canine companions. Whether you live in Arizona or Alaska, your dog is affected by...
Preventing dehydration in dogs
Fun in the sun with your four-legged friend is one of life’s greatest pleasures. But it can be a recipe for disaster if you’re...
Feeding your picky dog
Is your pup a picky eater? Follow these four steps to transform your dog's attitude when it comes to food.
1. Get a clean bill of...
Manage your dog’s weight without pills
Weight is a major health concern in dogs. Just as millions of Americans are overweight, so are our canine companions. Approximately 20% to 30%...
Proof of holistic success for dogs
Where’s the evidence it works?” Fans of a strictly conventional approach to medicine often ask this question in an attempt to shut down any...
All About Dogs With Valley Fever
In 2006, my dogs Shadow, Dasher and I moved from Maryland to southern California for a year. During our six-day drive across the country,...
Switching your animal from a conventional to holistic vet
Making the decision to switch from a conventional to an integrative or holistic veterinarian is pretty easy. You want the best care for your...
How acupressure can help with seizures in dogs
It was late in the evening and time to get ready for bed. Spencer, our six-year old greyhound, trooped out to the backyard with...
Benefits of a holistic vet for your animals
Surprisingly, there are many people who are seriously committed to green living, holistic healthcare and the organic lifestyle, but who haven’t really considered the...
Keep your animal’s immune system balanced
If your dog or cat has a healthy immune system, he’s much less likely to get sick.
In fact, the importance of a balanced, functional...
L-Carnitine for your animal
You might be familiar with L-carnitine as a supplement popular among bodybuilders. But did you know it can also be useful for your animal’s...
Supplements for animal skin problems
For a lot of dogs and cats, summer means an increase in skin problems and allergies. Others suffer from these issues all year round,...
Helping your anxious dog with flower essences
Modern life is full of things that can make a dog nervous. From the constant assault of noise on sensitive ears to the overwhelming...
Medicinal mushrooms for dogs
Mielle was diagnosed with a bleeding hemiangiosarcoma of the spleen. The 14-year-old standard poodle was weak from blood loss and had not eaten in...
Which vaccines are necessary for your dog?
We’ve known about the risks of over-vaccination for awhile now, though many veterinarians, trainers, boarding kennel operators and others still promote yearly boosters. Learn...
Heartworm prevention & treatment for your dog
It's important to be proactive about heartworm prevention – especially if you live in a region where it's prevalent.
The first step in protecting your...
Solving your dog’s stress with adaptogens
Like us, our animals have built-in mechanisms for coping with stress. But there's an additional way to protect them that you may not know...
Animal arthritis
We all know someone with arthritis, whether it’s a human friend or family member, or an animal companion. But if asked to describe what...
At-home rehabilitation for your dog
When a sick or elderly family member comes home from the hospital, a home health care worker may visit your house to make sure...
6 common dog medical emergencies
Even if you live only minutes away from your veterinarian, it’s a good idea to know how to act if your dog gets injured...
Mental illness or behaviour problem?
Mental illness in dogs can arise as an extension of physical illness (a progression of disease from the physical to the psyche), or it...
The facts on chinese herbs
What exactly are Chinese herbs? What’s so special about them? You’ve probably heard plenty of treatment stories that sound nearly miraculous – chronic skin...
Saving the environment with a greener carbon ‘paw’ print
Recently, I read about a study done by researchers at Victoria University in Wellington, New Zealand. They calculated that owning a medium-sized dog is...
Detecting thyroid problems in dogs
Kodak, a young bearded collie, was a regular at the park. He loved to play with children and other dogs. Then something odd happened....
