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Feb 28, 2020 08:30AM ● By Julie Peterson
Healthier alternatives than commercial, processed foods for dogs and cats including feeding home-cooked meals, biologically appropriate raw food (BARF) and vegan or vegetarian diets.
Jan 31, 2020 08:30AM
Any animal with a joint can receive prolotherapy, a regenerative injection therapy, which relieves pain by strengthening ligaments and tendons supporting the joint.
Dec 31, 2019 10:26AM ● By Annalise Combs
Signs of cognitive disorder (doggie and kitty Alzheimer's) include altered sleep-wake cycles, barking/meowing aimlessly, staring into space, getting stuck in corners...
Dec 30, 2019 08:30AM
Cognitive dysfunction syndrome (CDS) can affect dogs or cats. Here are signs to look for, ways to care for the pet and tips for possibly preventing cognitive decline.
Nov 27, 2019 08:30AM
When picking out holiday gifts for our beloved dogs and cats, follow these guidelines to make sure the toys are safe for the pet and eco-friendly for the planet.
Oct 31, 2019 08:30AM
How backyard chickens make fascinating, low-maintenance pets, with fresh, organic eggs produced close to home being just one of the benefits.
Sep 30, 2019 08:30AM
When we rescue a shelter dog or cat, the life we save may be our own. National Shelter Pet Month offers a window into the physical and emotional health benefits of pets.
Aug 30, 2019 08:30AM
Natural, alternative treatments for those who are affected by allergies from dogs, cats and other furry animals.
Aug 15, 2019 11:27PM ● By Julie Peterson
Holistic veterinarians treat an animal’s underlying condition rather than the symptoms, and many use alternative therapies like acupuncture, laser therapy or massage.
Jun 28, 2019 01:23PM ● By Karen Shaw Becker
Antibiotics for pets can carry considerable downsides, so it's worth exploring natural options like herbs, homeopathy and nutritional interventions with a holistic or integrative vet.
May 31, 2019 10:46AM ● By Marlaina Donato
Many pet owners know that applying chemical pesticides and fertilizers to lawns can harm their pets, but some “natural” alternatives like vinegar and cocoa mulch can also hurt them.
Apr 30, 2019 10:46AM ● By Kajsa Nickels
The CBD market explodes with pet products that treat the same ailments humans use it for, including relief of pain, inflammation and anxiety.