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Dec 27, 2018 12:41PM ● By Sandra Murphy
The popular explosion of grain-free dog foods has left vets concerned about food quality and owners worried about possible nutritional outcomes.
Nov 30, 2018 10:59AM ● By Sandra Murphy
Holidays can turn dangerous for pets due to the presence of tinsel that can be swallowed, tree water containing preservatives, and table food that’s toxic to animals—and other hazards.
Nov 28, 2018 05:50PM ● By Shawn Messonnier
Now that flu season is upon us, it’s a good time to discuss dog flu. While people flu is pretty common, the good news is that dog flu is actually quite rare.
Oct 31, 2018 11:03AM ● By Karen Shaw Becker
Massaging helps a dog to breathe more deeply, enjoy better blood and lymphatic circulation, and relax and de-stress, especially during palliative care.
Sep 28, 2018 11:23AM ● By Sandra Murphy
Innovative options now exist that honor a pet’s remains in an earth-friendly, biodegradable fashion using alkaline water, seeded pods or a manmade ocean reef.
Aug 31, 2018 11:10AM ● By Karen Shaw Becker
If family members love cats but they bring on sneezes and watery eyes for someone, consider simple strategies that make it possible to keep everyone happy.
Jul 31, 2018 12:14PM ● By Sandra Murphy
Like humans, pets can face physical and mental challenges, but fresh approaches are giving our beloved animals fuller, happier days.
Jun 29, 2018 12:48PM
Dr. Shawn Messonnier, owner of Paws & Claws Holistic Animal Hospital, in Plano, offers a unique approach to all aspects of pet care, includi...
Jun 29, 2018 11:28AM ● By Jeffrey Smith
Skyrocketing cancer rates among dogs can most likely be traced to GMOs in their pet foods and Roundup toxins sprayed on lawns, say veterinarians and other scientists.
Jun 29, 2018 11:01AM
Pet food being grown in a start-up laboratory would slash land use by 99 percent and produce 90 percent fewer greenhouse gas emissions.
May 31, 2018 10:42AM ● By Sandra Murphy
Some towns, hotels, historic sites and eateries greet pets with open arms—valuable information for the 95 percent of us that consider our pets members of the family.
Apr 30, 2018 10:42AM ● By Sandra Murphy
Cats are low-maintenance, health-enhancing roommates; they’re also surprisingly eco-friendly.
