Support the Adrenal Glands with Adaptogenic Mushrooms!

The adrenal glands help to regulate critical body systems. They’re part of the endocrine system, so they play a role in managing the stress response in dogs and cats. For companion animals, stress can come from environmental factors, emotional triggers, physical activity, and trauma. Helping our dogs and cats to manage stress can help them live longer and healthier lives, so how can pet parents support the adrenal glands? With adaptogenic mushrooms, of course! The Role of the Adrenal Glands and Pituitary Gland The adrenal glands produce...

    Posted On: Oct 19, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

How to Support Your Dog or Cat’s Gut Health

Find out why supporting your dog or cat’s gut health is one of the most important things you can do for his overall well-being. Integrative and holistic practitioners have long understood that gut health is the foundation of whole-body health for people and their dogs and cats. Mainstream medicine now also recognizes that the health status of the GI tract truly affects everything else in the body. This is why supporting your dog or cat’s gut health is so important to his overall well-being. “ALL DISEASE STARTS IN THE...

    Posted On: Oct 16, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

The Step-by-Step Guide to Brushing Your Dog’s Teeth

Your dog may not like it very much. You may dread it. But brushing your dog’s teeth is incredibly important to their overall health. (Not to mention your olfactory nerves.) Here’s a step-by-step guide to doing exactly that, complete with some innovative canine tooth brushing tools designed to take the bite out of your dog’s dental care routine. Why Brushing Your Dog’s Teeth Matters You know that doggy dental care is important. Your vet has told you this. You’ve seen the flyers. You’ve done the Googling. And...

    Posted On: Oct 15, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Dog Information InformationView Details

Quality of Life Expectations for Dogs with Idiopathic Epilepsy

Receiving a diagnosis of a lifelong disease for your beloved canine companion can be a daunting and emotionally challenging experience. Case in point: idiopathic epilepsy. Coping with this diagnosis – and helping your dog live healthily and happily with the condition – is, however, very doable with the right approach. An approach which involves understanding the condition, managing symptoms, and ensuring your dog’s quality of life. Understanding Idiopathic Epilepsy Idiopathic epilepsy (IE), often referred to simply as...

    Posted On: Oct 14, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Dog Information InformationView Details

The Healing Power of Cold Laser Therapy for Dogs

“The power of light is always bigger than the power of darkness.” Maharishi Mahesh Yogi may not have been speaking about the photon light used in laser therapy here, but he might as well have been! With more than 8,000 clinical studies producing positive proof of its power to reduce pain and inflammation, and hasten healing, low-level cold laser therapy takes healing for pets to the next level. Read on for all the reasons cold laser therapy for dogs and cats might be your best friend’s new best friend. There is nothing quite...

    Posted On: Oct 13, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

3 Reasons Why Being in Nature Is Good for Your Dog

Spending time in nature with your dog enhances physical health and mental well-being for both of you, while strengthening your bond of love and companionship. There’s a reason your dog loves the outdoors. And it’s not just because of all the exciting smells, although that’s certainly a part of it. Like humans, dogs need to spend time in nature, for their physical health and their mental and emotional wellness. This article looks at how regular outings in natural areas benefit your dog in three important ways. 1. NATURE...

    Posted On: Oct 13, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Dog Information InformationView Details

3 Big Benefits of CBD Oil for Senior Dogs

If you’ve ever had the honor of being a pet parent to a senior dog you’ll know that elderly pooches are a lot like fine wine. They get better with age. Their muzzles may be whiter, their joints may be creakier, but their love and unfailing sixth sense of when to give you comfort when you need it most is infallible. But creak their joints do. And all too often we see our aging pups in pain, confused, or unable to live life comfortably. Fortunately, there are ways to improve their lives and longevity. Case in point: CBD oil for...

    Posted On: Oct 12, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Dog Information InformationView Details

7 Reasons Freeze-Dried Food and Treats Are #1!

Freeze-dried food and treats combine the convenience and safety of kibble with the flavors, nutrition, and health benefits of raw diets. Here are seven reasons to consider freeze-dried for your dog today! Dog parents have many diets to choose from, including kibble, wet food, raw diets, dehydrated food, and freeze-dried. Freeze-dried is one of the newer kids on the block, but it’s quickly gaining traction among dog parents who want the best and safest nutrition for their pups. The freeze-drying process involves removing moisture from...

    Posted On: Oct 7, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Dog Information InformationView Details

How to Keep Your Working Dog Happy and Healthy

If you’re the proud pet parent of an agility dog, a working farm dog, a search and rescue hero, a running companion, or just an extremely active furball of kinetic energy, then you’ll know that with great athletic ability comes increased responsibility. Active dog health support hits different. It requires more than just kibble and cuddles. Here’s how to ensure you are giving your working dog everything it needs to thrive. Author of The Canine Commandments W.R. Pursche once wrote: “Everyone thinks they have the best...

    Posted On: Oct 6, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Dog Information InformationView Details

From Ocean to Bowl: The Journey of Wild Alaska Pollock in Dog Food Production

Have you ever wondered about the origin of the ingredients that go into your dog’s food? One ingredient that often takes center stage in premium dog food products is wild Alaska Pollock. This versatile fish can play a key role in providing the protein and omega-3 fatty acids that support your furry friend’s health. How that Alaska Pollock is sourced, processed, and formulated, however, is key to: Quality; its actual value in your dog’s diet; and the sustainability of both our environment and the future of the fishery itself...

    Posted On: Oct 5, 2023 | Category: Animal Wellness Magazine Dog Information InformationView Details