The buzz about honey and propolis
Can honey and bee propolis help your dog or cat? Let’s take a look! Honey is a very special healer, both inside and out. The Manuka variety from New Zealand is the kingpin, but there are many other honeys from around the world that have something special to share with us. Honey contains health-enhancing antioxidants, including flavonoids. The darker the color, the deeper the flavor. Darker varieties, like buckwheat, sage, and tupelo, contain the most antioxidants. What makes it so special beyond its antioxidant properties? Dr. Peter...
Does apitherapy have applications for dogs and cats?
Apitherapy refers to the medical use of bee products such as pollen, venom, honey and propolis to help treat a variety of conditions. Can this approach be applied to dogs and cats, and just how effective is it? Also called “bee therapy”, apitherapy is a form of alternative medicine that uses products from honeybees to treat a range of health conditions, from allergies to arthritis. These products include everything from the honey itself, to the pollen collected by the bees, as well as propolis and even venom. This article looks at...
DNA testing tells you a lot about your cat – and it’s also important to science
Submission Guidelines Thank you for your interest in writing for Animal Wellness. As the #1 natural health magazine for pets in North America, we take pride in providing our readers with the information they need to make wise health care choices for their animal companions. Our publication embraces the entire holistic spectrum, from physical health issues to the emotional and spiritual well being of our animals. We welcome unsolicited articles and story outlines as long as they focus on holistic healing, whether physical, emotional or...
10 reasons why dogs and cats lose their appetite
Inappetence can have many underlying causes, from physical to behavioral. Here are some common reasons your dog or cat may lose her appetite, along with tips to tempt her to eat. One of the clearest signs that something isn’t quite right with your dog and cat is when she goes off her food. A loss of appetite, or inappetence, is more common than you might think. While it’s often associated with medical conditions such as digestive problems, cancer, or many others, appetite loss can also be caused by behavioral issues, stress,...
Understanding vaccinosis in dogs and cats
Defined as an adverse reaction to a shot, vaccinosis can affect dogs and cats in various ways, from mild to severe. Dogs and cats sometimes react negatively to vaccination, just as we humans do. This phenomenon is termed vaccinosis, and reactions can range from mild lethargy or a temporary loss of appetite, to severe conditions such as anaphylactic shock, ataxia, or even death. In this article, we’ll look at vaccinosis in detail, and offer some tips for protecting your own dog or cat from this scary situation. Reactions may be immediate...
The annual veterinary exam – what to expect
Your dog or cat should see the veterinarian at least once a year for a check-up. Let’s take a look at what an annual veterinary exam entails. Regular check-ups are as important to our dogs and cats as they are to us. An annual veterinary exam establishes baseline testing when the animal is healthy, and allows for the early diagnosis of hidden diseases. While tests may vary depending on the veterinarian, this article outlines what our hospital includes in an annual veterinary exam. 1. Thorough physical examination and history Doctors...
What can your dog or cat’s skin tell you about his health?
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5 common ingredients to repel fleas and ticks
Help keep fleas and ticks off your dog and cat with these five common ingredients! It’s almost that time of year again…flea and tick season. Instead of reaching for chemical spot-on preventatives (which can do more harm than good), why not prevent your dog or cat from being bugged in a more natural fashion? Believe it or not, a number of common ingredients can be used to fend off fleas and ticks – and they might already be in your fridge or pantry! Apple cider vinegar Is there anything ACV isn’t good for? Because of...
De-stress with a cat coloring book!
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How Tui Na can help ease your cat’s arthritis
Tui Na, also known as acupressure-massage, is an effective way to alleviate the discomfort of arthritis in cats. Cats are tricksters. Their wild ancestors evolved not to show weakness or pain lest they fall prey to other predators in the wild. Our domesticated cats have the same “ancestral” mindset, so it can be difficult to assess when they may be suffering from painful conditions such as osteoarthritis. That means it’s up to us as to watch for any subtle signs of arthritis encroaching on our cats’ joints, and to take...
