Warning Halloween Costumes Aren't Natural for Pets

Welfare Weekend: Halloween Pet Costume Safety

We have a skittish SPCA cat who doesn’t like strangers, but for some reason on Halloween night she was constantly coming downstairs after children had visited. It took us some time to figure out that she was responding to ‘trick or TREAT‘. Imagine her confusion when she realized they’d left without giving her any! We…

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Astragalus Root for Dogs, Cats, Horses or Aquarium Fish

Astragalus Root for Dogs, Cats, Horses or Aquarium Fish

Astragalus Root (Astragalus membranaceus) is a medicinal herb often used to boost the immune system to fight infections, or treat chronic illnesses in dogs, cats, fish, and horses. It is uniquely capable of stimulating some immune functions while depressing others. It has antibacterial, anti-viral and anti-inflammatory properties. Astragalus also improves kidney circulation, normalizes heart function,…

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DIY Natural Shaker Supplements for Homemade Pet Food

DIY Natural Shaker Supplements for Homemade Pet Food

Making your own natural pet food and treats is worth the effort, but I’m always looking for ways to make the process easier. A time-consuming aspect of the homemade pet diet is measuring out individual supplements. While some require precise doses, most of the food-based supplements do not.  This makes them perfect for mixing up…

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