Why You Should Choose Ashwagandha Pure Root Extract for Your Dog or Cat

If you’ve visited the supplement aisle of your local health food store recently, chances are you’ve come across ashwagandha. And now this ancient herb, revered by Ayurvedic doctors in India for more than 4000 years, is increasingly being harnessed by the companion animal health community to benefit our furry favorites! Vets and natural healers alike know that ashwagandha has the power to heal and help animals as much as their humans. But there’s a twist to this tale: not all parts of this remarkable plant are created equal....

    Posted On: May 2, 2024 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

Homegrown Company Celebrates Dogs with Healthy Oven-Baked Treats

Amy Augustine is a lifelong animal lover and dog parent. Like many others, she was troubled by the low quality of commercial dog treats. Inspired by an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to create healthy dog treats with high quality ingredients, Amy set to work making her first recipe back in 2001. It was a simple peanut butter cookie homemade with natural ingredients, and she gave away the first batch as Christmas treats. The cookies were such a hit that Amy decided to go a step further. She started selling them at markets, festivals,...

    Posted On: Apr 29, 2024 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Dog Information InformationView Details

Chronic Inflammation: The Root Cause of Disease in Dogs and Cats

While acute inflammation is beneficial for healing, chronic inflammation leads to a state of constant “dis-ease” within your dog or cat’s body. Find out how chronic inflammation affects your four-legged friend, and how you can treat or prevent it. Inflammation is a natural bodily process. It is intricate and complicated, yet in the right circumstances can be gentle enough to heal. As with most natural processes in the body, however, balance must be maintained to allow for optimal wellness, and inflammation is no different....

    Posted On: Apr 26, 2024 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

Natural Calming for Anxious Dogs

If your dog suffers from anxiety, you’re not alone. A recent Finnish study revealed that more than 72% of dogs had at least one anxiety-related behavior.* According to the study, which involved almost 14,000 dogs, everything from noise sensitivity and other dogs to strangers and new situations had the capacity to put dogs into fight or flight mode. If any of this sounds familiar, you have no doubt witnessed the havoc canine anxiety can wreak on your household (new furniture, anyone?). But even that pales in comparison to the pain and...

    Posted On: Apr 24, 2024 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Dog Information InformationView Details

Tips From a Vet for Dealing with Minor Medical Emergencies at Home

No pet parent wants to think about their fur baby getting hurt, but it’s still important to be prepared and know what to do in an emergency. Here are some pro tips from a veterinarian to help you deal with minor medical emergencies at home. Pet parents should prepare for minor medical emergencies that may arise with their furry companions. While some situations require immediate veterinary attention, there are several steps you can take at home to address minor issues and provide comfort to both you and your companion animal before...

    Posted On: Apr 23, 2024 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

What Is Lure-Reward Dog Training?

Lure-reward training is by far the quickest and easiest technique for teaching dogs the meaning of our verbal instructions and for regularly testing comprehension as proof of training. Dog training is almost entirely about communication, specifically teaching dogs our language, that is, ESL*…. Initially, food lures are used to teach the meaning of handsignals, and then food lures are phased out and handsignals are used to teach the meaning of verbal instructions. Dogs learn handsignals quickly because they are a language dogs...

    Posted On: Apr 22, 2024 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Dog Information InformationView Details

Food allergies in dogs — a plan for change

Getting to the bottom of food allergies in your dog requires a comprehensive plan for change that includes an elimination diet made from novel protein and carbohydrate sources. Some things never change. When it comes to food allergies in dogs, “no corn, no soy, no wheat, no yeast” (the first food mantra I learned) still comes to mind as people contact me about their dogs’ allergies. They’re still considered among the top food allergens in dogs — but many other foods can now be added to the list. For example, a...

    Posted On: Apr 21, 2024 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Dog Information InformationView Details

5 Ways to Help Prevent Cancer in Dogs & Cats

Cancer is one of the most common and dreaded diseases affecting dogs and cats. Discover five ways to help lower your own companion’s cancer risk by addressing his nutrition, weight, toxin exposure, and more. Cancer is increasingly common in our dogs and cats. For some people, the fear of a cancer diagnosis in their beloved companions can be crippling, even if their dogs and cats are currently healthy. While some cancers may not be preventable, there are many steps you can take to improve your animal’s overall health and quality of...

    Posted On: Apr 20, 2024 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

6 Best Pet Tracker Features to Look For

The right pet tracker can keep your dog happier, healthier, and safer. However, not all GPS devices for dogs come equipped with the same great technologies. Let’s look at six of the best pet tracker features available on the market right now. A pet tracker is a great way to keep your dog safer. At the very least, you can keep an eye on their whereabouts in case they take off during a walk, escape the backyard, or go wandering. Pet trackers can offer many beneficial features beyond simple tracking, but not all devices are created equal....

    Posted On: Apr 19, 2024 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Dog Information InformationView Details

Everything You Need to Know About CBD and Dogs

Navigating the world of canine health can often feel like deciphering a complex puzzle, especially with emerging trends like CBD and dogs. Amidst the buzz and myriad of information (and misinformation), it’s essential to sort fact from fallacy before diving into dosing your dog with any new cure for that which ails them. With science as our compass and your dog’s well-being at heart, the team at Banixx has decoded the science behind CBD and dogs. Read on to unravel how CBD might work to improve the life of your precious pup. What...

    Posted On: Apr 18, 2024 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Dog Information InformationView Details