Liver Shunts in Dogs and Cats
The liver is an essential organ in a dog’s or cat’s anatomy. It plays a critical role in metabolism, digestion, detoxification, and the synthesis of essential proteins. In total, the...
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Incorporating Pet-Friendly, Sustainable Ideas Into Your Interior DesignIncorporating Pet-Friendly, Sustainable Ideas Into Your Interior Design
Most pet owners see their dog or cat as a beloved part of the family, but having pets can leave a bigger carbon footprint than you may have imagined. An average-sized...
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Tincture or Powder: Which Mushroom Supplement is Best for Your Pet?Tincture or Powder: Which Mushroom Supplement is Best for Your Pet?
This blog will give a general overview of mushroom powders & liquid tinctures, and key factors to consider when choosing a mushroom product for your pet. Part 2 of this...
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Synthetic Vitamins and Minerals in Pet FoodSynthetic Vitamins and Minerals in Pet Food
Have you ever taken a close look at the ingredients panel on the package of a commercially made dog food? You may be grateful when looking at the list of vitamins and...
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Making Sense of Pet Food LabelingMaking Sense of Pet Food Labeling
The quality and safety of food people consume has always been a concern. Massive recalls of human food occur with regularity. Even though no system of mass production is completely safe, discriminating...
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Dilated Cardiomyopathy and Grain-Free Diets – The Saga ContinuesDilated Cardiomyopathy and Grain-Free Diets – The Saga Continues
Over the last five years, I have been writing and talking about the uptick in DilatedCardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs. Some veterinarians, with no scientific studies to back up their claims, asserted...
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Mysterious Canine Respiratory Infection – Prevention and SupportMysterious Canine Respiratory Infection – Prevention and Support
As we head into the last month of 2023, there is a lot of information – and unfortunately panic – about a new and mysterious respiratory tract illness in dogs...
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Meningitis in Dogs and CatsMeningitis in Dogs and Cats
The prognosis for meningitis depends upon the underlying cause. While there is no cure for the various forms of meningitis, management of symptoms is possible in many cases.
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Treating Uveitis in HorsesTreating Uveitis in Horses
Uveitis is an ocular (eye) disease frequently encountered in animals. Typically, this inflammation occurs due to leaky blood vessels in the iris (the colored portion of the eye). Whether dog,...
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Feeding the Horse with Winter LaminitisFeeding the Horse with Winter Laminitis
By: Dr. Joyce Harman of Harmany Equine Horses with winter laminitis often have more advanced disease, or are older, than the general group of Insulin Resistant horses or those diagnosed...
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Gastroenteritis and Colitis in Dogs and CatsGastroenteritis and Colitis in Dogs and Cats
Maintaining balance through high-quality food, probiotics, herbs, and mushrooms can help to prevent these conditions from happening in the first place.
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Hypothyroidism, Autoimmune Thyroiditis and GOLPP - Is there a link?Hypothyroidism, Autoimmune Thyroiditis and GOLPP - Is there a link?
Hypothyroidism is a disease of the endocrine system; it is one of the most common endocrine disorders diagnosed in dogs. The endocrine glands secrete hormones necessary for regulating and...
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Mushrooms for DogsMushrooms for Dogs
Navigating the realm of mushrooms for dogs can be bewildering with the abundance of choices when it comes to mushroom supplements for pets. Ensuring that your canine companion reaps the...
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The Importance of a Healthy Microbiome in Your PetThe Importance of a Healthy Microbiome in Your Pet
If you have been a pet parent for years or even a few months, you have probably heard that gut health is essential to your pet’s overall health and wellbeing. ...
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Innocent Household Products That Hold Toxic Secrets for Your Beloved Dog's Health and SafetyInnocent Household Products That Hold Toxic Secrets for Your Beloved Dog's Health and Safety
"Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." – Anatole France. As a pet owner, there's nothing quite like the unconditional love and companionship...
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Gallbladder Disease in Dogs and CatsGallbladder Disease in Dogs and Cats
Gallbladder problems are common in people, but many dog and cat owners may not know that gallbladder disease can affect our furry friends, too. Although not as prevalent, the incidence...
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Pet Choking Prevention AwarenessPet Choking Prevention Awareness
The statistics are daunting – over 200,000 cases of pet choking are reported by veterinarians every year. That number does not include unreported choking events that occur at home and...
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A Proactive Vision for Maintaining Eye HealthA Proactive Vision for Maintaining Eye Health
Eye care is an integral part of your dog or cat’s wellness regimen. A proactive approach to your pet’s vision care can save you and your pet a great deal...
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Dealing with Mites in Cats & DogsDealing with Mites in Cats & Dogs
Mites are microscopic external parasites that are part of the arachnid family of bugs (spiders, scorpions, ticks, etc.). There are thousands of different species of mites, and their diet is...
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Intestinal Parasites in Cats & DogsIntestinal Parasites in Cats & Dogs
Intestinal parasites are worms and single-celled organisms (protozoa) that can exist in the digestive tract of dogs and cats. They can infect animals of any age, although puppies and kittens...
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Interaction Between TCVM Elements: How to Feed for Deficiencies & ExcessesInteraction Between TCVM Elements: How to Feed for Deficiencies & Excesses
There are five elements, or constitutions, in Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine. These constitutions help determine personality traits, hair color, predisposition to illness, temperament, and emotions. All five elements play a...
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The Importance of Training your PetThe Importance of Training your Pet
Every dog or cat – regardless of whether he or she is a competitor, in the show ring, or a just a faithful member of the family - can...
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Hemangiosarcoma in DogsHemangiosarcoma in Dogs
Hemangiosarcoma is more common in dogs than any other animal species and is one of the most predominant forms of canine cancer. Also known as Angiosarcoma or malignant Hemangioendothelioma, it...
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Gussy's Gut- Wild Fermentation offers a Path to Wellness for DogsGussy's Gut- Wild Fermentation offers a Path to Wellness for Dogs
Co-authored by Dr. Ian Billinghurst, B.V.Sc.(Hons), B.Sc.Agr., Dip. Ed. and Rob Ryan What’s been missing from dog diets for a few hundred years? Naturally occurring probiotics from whole foods. Fermentation...
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Hospice and Palliative Care for PetsHospice and Palliative Care for Pets
While euthanasia was long considered the most humane option for aging or terminally ill pets, the growing fields of veterinary palliative care and pet hospice provide pet owners with options that...
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