Happy St. Patrick’s Day to those who celebrate! We hope you enjoy this shareable digi-poster, “Kiss Me, I’m Irish Setter” that we designed just for you. We’ll also post it on our Pinterest and Facebook page for easy sharing on March 17th.
Natural Treatment and Prevention of Canine Cataracts
Cataracts are quite common in aging dogs, and can also be caused by diabetes, injury, or genetics. Some dog breeds appear to be predisposed to the development of cataracts, including the Bichon Frise, Poodle, Golden Retriever, Cocker Spaniel, Schnauzer, and some Terriers.
Welfare Weekend: West Nile Virus Information and Natural Prevention for Pets ©
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.
Natural Tick Repellents for Dogs (With Anti-Lyme Bite Recipe)
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.
Product Review: Fresh Dog Natural Dry Shampoo Powder
The folks at Fresh Dog invited us to test and review their Natural Dry Shampoo. The powder is intended to deodorize a dog between shampoos with its lavender rosemary scent that comes from infused essential oils, and it may also be used on bedding. Lavender essential oil is also good for skin conditions and Rosemary […]
Welfare Weekend: Dogs Die in Hot Campers!
We recently posted Free Resources for a ‘Dogs Die in Hot Cars’ Campaign, but we’ve noticed that the dangers of other vehicles and tents aren’t as well publicized. A lot of people leave their dog in a camper or tent when they travel to places that aren’t dog-friendly, as is the case with the majority […]
5 Easy Ways to Incorporate Natural Pet Care
In today’s guest post, author Naomie Pierre offers suggestions for alternative pet care, the natural way.
Welfare Weekend: Call for Serious Penalties for Puppy Mill Operators
We’ve been reporting to you about the hundreds of dogs seized from a Quebec puppy mill last September. This week, we learned that Nicole Labombard and her mother, Charlene, of Paws R Us, have agreed to abide by a court order to not own more than three pets or operate a kennel for the next […]
Natural Flea Treatment and Control (With Herbal Rinse Recipe)
There are no safe, natural quick fixes for fleas. It takes diligence and work to eliminate infestations naturally. Prevention measures are your best defense for holistic flea control and natural treatment in cats and dogs.
Review: PupLight-2 Tested by Charlie the Dog-Guide-Dog
When the folks at PupLight contacted us for a review, we immediately knew who our product testers would be. Dear old Charlie and his blind companion, Sammie, take late night walks around our neighborhood with their pet-mom, Margaret. The wet weather that British Columbia experiences all Winter results in further reduced visibility. I’ve often worried […]