For pet owners with large breed dogs, senior dogs, or heavily active dogs, joint problems are often a genuine concern. Many dogs may be born with certain genetic predispositions to hip dysplasia, arthritis, and a variety of bone-and-joint related issues. So, how can pet owners help their pets cope with these conditions on a natural, non-pharmaceutical level?…
Senior is an often-used term in the pet industry. Senior pet food, senior pet treats, senior pet toys, senior supplements – you get the idea. Most pet owners consider a senior pet to be elderly – which makes complete sense. What these pet owners do not realize is that “senior” should not be measured solely…
Here is everything you need to know about Cushing’s Disease in 60 seconds or less. What is Cushing’s Disease? Cushing’s (also known as hyperadrenocorticism) is a disorder caused by excessive production of cortisol by the adrenal cortex. How does this happen? - taking glucocorticoid (steroid hormone) drugs - tumors that produce cortisol Systems Affected Cushing’s is a multisystemic disorder….
Rabbits can be wonderful or terrible pets: it all comes down to whether you, their owner and companion, let your rabbits be rabbits! Rabbits are Grazers By personality and physiology, bunnies are born to spend hours and hours hopping about, lounging, and munching on roughage and vegetation. This means that : Rabbits are always…
Here is everything you need to know about Canine Distemper in 60 seconds or less. What is Canine Distemper? A viral disease (similar to measles), transmitted via bodily fluids (nasal and ocular secretions), feces, and urine. Distemper can also spread through food and water used by an infected animal. Systems Affected Respiratory, central nervous system, gastrointestinal, optic nerve, and urogenital…
Here is everything you need to know about Sarcoptic Mange in 60 seconds or less. What is Sarcoptic Mange? A nonseasonal, highly contagious skin disease caused by parasitic mites. What does that mean? Mites burrow into the skin and produce a hypersensitivity reaction in sensitized dogs. Signs & Symptoms Skin irritations with crusting, usually appearing first on…
Loving pet owners will do anything in their power to protect their pets, ensuring their fur-babies live long and healthy lives. It all starts with educating oneself. Here are four excellent books worth reading that will help you along the way. Food Pets Die For by Ann Martin Food Pets Die for: Shocking Facts About…
I am often queried by clients who have become overwhelmed from the myriad of pet food terminologies, and get completely lost trying to figure out what all these terms actually mean. Manufacturers don’t make it any easier by playing with these words, and in many cases giving false impressions of the product. I have seen:…
By Kathy Bilous, Owner and Reiki Master of Paws for Wellness. Animals are intuitive. They sense our pain and they are in tune with our emotions. Have you ever had a stomach ache and found your furry friend lying across your stomach to soothe your pain? Animals are sensitive and our issues can play a…
Let’s cut right to the chase – pet obesity is on the rise at an alarming rate. Why is this happening? For the same reasons human obesity rates are on a serious incline; we do not consume sensible portions. Official statistics say that in excess of 41% of the dogs in the USA are overweight…
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