All minds turn to hearts as we approach Valentine’s Day. That makes it the perfect month to celebrate heart health in humans and pets too! There is so much we can do to prevent and treat heart conditions, going well beyond exercise.
Pumpkin seeds (Cucurbita pepo) are often thrown out when people clean pumpkins for jack-o-lanterns this time of year. The practice is a huge waste of an item that has proven to be a fantastic source of nutrients and healing properties. Your entire family can benefit from eating fresh (unsalted) pumpkin seeds, including your pets in…
Aloe has become quite popular as humans move towards natural remedies, but is it safe for cats and dogs?
Canine Diabetes has become quite common in dogs, especially as they age or if they are overweight. Like humans, dogs can have either Type I or Type II Diabetes. The top cause for Type II Canine Diabetes is obesity, but it can also be caused by genetics, infection, pancreatitis, and medications.
Feline Diabetes has become quite common in cats, especially as they age or if they are overweight. Like humans, cats can have either Type I or Type II Diabetes. It is estimated that 50-70% of cats with Diabetes have Type I. The most common cause of Type I Diabetes in cats is amyloidosis. The top…
At one time or another, aquarists may experience having Planaria and/or Hydra in their tank. These pests are often the results of poor tank care.
Some of the natural tick products and recommendations out there are nothing short of alarming. Companies and individuals aren’t doing their homework before selling or recommending products containing natural ingredients that can harm or even kill some animals. Many assume if they’re safe for humans they must be safe for animals. Others research the functionality…
The veterinarian community has issued a warning to pet parents about the West Nile Virus, on the heels of a similar warning for humans. Record-breaking cases in the US and Canada have prompted the warning, along with similar weather patterns to last year.
We promised to update you on our SPCA Diva’s condition after she was diagnosed with Chronic Renal Failure last November. It’s all well & good to preach about natural methods, but being able to share our experience with what works and what doesn’t is that much more valuable.
Both humans and their pets can benefit from select “super-herbs”, including dogs, horses, birds and small animals like rabbits. Many people would love to grow these herbs at home but they also want them to be an attractive addition to their landscape. We’ve compiled a list (and infographic) of herbs that offer many medicinal properties,…
