How to Help Your Dog Avoid Dry, Itchy Skin in the Winter: 10 Vet-Verified Tips
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » If your dog has a skin condition, you’re not alone. According to Nationwide Pet Insurance, these issues are three of the top 10 reasons caregivers file claims. Winter in the Northern Hemisphere is a common culprit of dry, itchy skin, as low temperatures and humidity levels create the perfect storm for skin problems. Luckily, many of our tips will also improve those problems. Acting promptly is essential, though,...
Mama Dog Shot 4 Times While Protecting Her Newborn Puppies – A Story of Love, Resilience & Survival
Click to Skip Ahead On January 6, Streetdog Foundation received an urgent call from a local emergency vet clinic about a mama dog in desperate need. The German Shepherd mix, now named Epiphany, had been shot four times while protecting her 11 newborn puppies. Despite her grave injuries—including bullets lodged in her arm, elbow, and spine, and one that passed entirely through her body cavity—she remained focused on her tiny pups, who were less than 24 hours old. Police reported receiving a call about an injured animal in Southwest...
Laser therapy for pet joint pain and inflammation
Laser therapy for dogs and cats provides a non-invasive treatment. It helps relieve pain, reduce inflammation, speed healing, and more. Laser therapy isn’t just for people. It’s also a non-invasive treatment method for many conditions – especially painful ones — in our dogs and cats. Laser therapy is painless and has no side effects. Veterinarians can perform it on animals of any age. Let’s take a look at laser therapy for pet joint pain and inflammation, and how it might help your dog or cat. How...
Inflammatory bowel disease in dogs – a common health problem
IBD in dogs has several causes, including processed foods and pesticides. See how an integrative approach to treatment helps resolve this condition. Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in dogs is increasingly common. Chronic inflammation in the small intestine is the hallmark, but the stomach (gastritis) or colon (colitis) may also show inflammation and symptoms. Take an in-depth look at the causes and symptoms of IBD, and how it can be treated — even resolved — with an integrative medicine approach. Symptoms are many and...
Chromotherapy: Transforming Feline Behavior Through Color
In the quest to enhance the well-being of our beloved cats, innovative approach like chromotherapy—or color therapy—can prove to be an effective technique. This fascinating method harnesses the vibrational frequencies of colors to influence emotional and physical health. As cat guardians, understanding how color can affect our feline companions opens up a new realm of possibilities for improving their behavior and overall happiness. Understanding Chromotherapy Chromotherapy is based on the principle that different colors emit...
Start the year off with two fresh webcasts
New year, new webcasts. This January, we have two great webcasts for you — one of which is a series. Webcast: Is “Cage-Free” the Way to Be? Rethinking Shelter Housing for Happier, Healthier CatsJanuary 15, 2025 at 10:00AM PT / 1:00PM ETWhen it comes to caring for cats in shelters, housing isn’t just a place to stay — it’s a critical factor in their health and happiness. But how do you know when to go “cage-free” or stick with individual enclosures? In this webcast presented by Shelter...
Why your cat keeps you awake at night – and what to do about it
Cats are nocturnal creatures. When your cat keeps you awake at night, learn to manage their behavior and reclaim your rest. Cats are more active at night. This often leads to disruptions in our sleep. It might be cute occasionally, but if it continues, you’ll need to take steps to curb the behavior. Here’s why your cat keeps you awake at night, and how to reclaim your peaceful slumber. Your cat might feel lonely at night Cats are crepuscular animals, which means they’re more nocturnal, especially during the hours of...
2025: Overcoming Sheltering Setbacks
[embedded content] In an environment where overcrowded kennels, limited funding and people in desperate need of pet support services are the norm, HASS is inviting you to be a part of the solution to issues like these 2025! In this webinar, Lee Ann Shenefiel, program director for the Hays County Pet Resource Center, will share proven research, programming and free resources for your organization to unite with HASS in changing animal welfare industry setbacks to successes. Resources Mentioned: Source: Human Animal Support...
Using food as medicine for dogs
Does your dog suffer from persistent health issues? See how viewing food as medicine for dogs can help balance their health and improve their well-being. If your dog suffers from persistent digestive upsets, skin conditions, behavior issues and other problems, their diet could be to blame. Research shows that food directly influences a dog’s health, behavior, and digestion. As an integrative veterinarian, I’m passionate about using food as my treatment of choice for illness and disease. It’s amazing to see dogs thrive when...
Herbal Ingredients on Watchlist
Animal Wellness is North America’s top natural health and lifestyle magazine for dogs and cats, with a readership of over one million every year. AW features articles by some of the most renowned experts in the pet industry, with topics ranging from diet and health related issues, to articles on training, fitness and emotional well being. Source: Animal Wellness...
