Researchers in Champaign, Illinois have discovered an altered myxoma virus that afflicts rabbits, infects and kills dog cancer cells but not healthy cells. The virus doesn’t infect dogs or humans. They also discovered that the deletion of a single gene improved the effectiveness of the myxoma virus anti-cancer therapy.
Aloe vera is one of the safest ‘wonder herbs’ for pets and it has many uses for virtually all of them. Even sensitive pets like cats can safely enjoy its holistic and medicinal benefits.
The US Center for Disease Control (CDC) 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.
Allergic Dermatitis (Atopy) is probably one of the most frustrating, and certainly most common, genetic ailments in dogs. Sensitivity to environmental allergens like pollen, mold, dander, dust mites, fleas, and chemicals leaves pet parents to wonder if there’s anything their dog isn’t allergic to.
Petco’s recall of stainless steel bowls has demonstrated just how easily our pets (and humans) can be exposed to radioactive materials, heavy metals, chemicals and other contaminants without our being aware of it. Many of these contaminants can remain in the body and build up with repeated exposure, leading to future health issues. Others may pose…
Some of the best advice doesn’t come from books and wisdom comes from experience. We asked the wise Mr. Chan (84 years young!) if we could publish his tip about using seaweed to balance and restore electrolytes for horses. He graciously agreed. Dear folks at Natural Pet Care: My seaweed order arrived in perfect shape…
The first recorded instance of Addison’s Disease (Hypoadrenocorticism) in dogs was in 1953. The highest instance is in female dogs and in both sexes of certain breeds, including Poodles, Rottweilers, Labrador Retrievers, Saint Bernards, German Shepherds, Portuguese Water Dogs, Springer Spaniels, and Great Danes.
One of the most common questions we are asked is regarding the safety of Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAID’s) for dogs or cats. Inflammatory conditions like arthritis can cause a lot of pain for pets and desperate pet parents are often tempted to reach into their own medicine cabinet for relief, but are they safe to…
Arthritis is a major concern for aging and large breed dogs and prevention can go a long way. Pet parents often purchase joint supplements, but they can be expensive and it’s difficult to determine the quality of the ingredients. Manufactured supplements are also highly processed and are frequently exposed to high temperatures.
The predicted severity of ticks this year has been a tad exaggerated by some, but they’re always a concern for dog guardians nonetheless. As with any malady, the best route to a natural solution for ectoparasites like ticks, is prevention. Preventing them goes hand in hand with repelling them.
