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...

    Posted On: Sep 27, 2021 | Category: Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

Year-round paw care for dogs

Taking care of your dog’s paws isn’t just an occasional task. Tending to his tootsies year round helps ensure he keeps all four feet on the ground. When it comes to healthcare for our dogs, we sometimes take their feet for granted and leave them out of the equation. But your canine’s paws should be an integral part of his care regimen, whatever the season. If your dog’s feet are sore or injured, his mobility and well-being can suffer, and that’s no fun for either of you. Here’s how to factor his feet into...

    Posted On: Sep 24, 2021 | Category: Dog Information InformationView Details

What to look for in a dog food delivery service

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...

    Posted On: Sep 24, 2021 | Category: InformationView Details

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...

    Posted On: Sep 24, 2021 | Category: Cat Information InformationView Details

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,...

    Posted On: Sep 22, 2021 | Category: Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

5 social distancing tips for walking your dog

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...

    Posted On: Sep 22, 2021 | Category: Dog Information InformationView Details

The truth about “dental care” ingredients

There are a number of products on the market that claim to improve your dog’s dental health – but a lot of them aren’t all they’re cracked up to be. Here’s what you need to know about these dental care-less ingredients. The critical importance of dental health on overall well-being for our dogs and cats is only recently being realized.  Dental disease can steal a third of your pet’s lifespan! More and more, pet parents are encouraged by veterinarians to adopt a form of dental hygiene as a daily...

    Posted On: Sep 22, 2021 | Category: InformationView Details

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...

    Posted On: Sep 20, 2021 | Category: Cat Information Dog Information InformationView Details

How your pet’s diet impacts the environment 

A look at how your dog or cat’s food impacts the environment, and what factors to consider when investing in an eco-friendly brand! Did you know that it takes 2,000 gallons of water to produce one pound of beef protein? Compare that to the one gallon of water it takes to produce a pound of cricket protein, and you’ve got an obvious winner when it comes to eco-friendliness! Many of us are considering are environmental impact when it comes to the food we eat, but our pets’ diets are equally important! Here’s how his food...

    Posted On: Sep 17, 2021 | Category: InformationView Details

5 things you can do to ease pet anxiety

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...

    Posted On: Sep 17, 2021 | Category: InformationView Details