The Best Food to Avoid Shrinking Kitty Syndrome
Many cats get thinner as they grow older for a variety of reasons. You don't need to watch yours wither away - follow these feeding and supplement tips to help your older cat thrive.
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Dr. Karen Shaw Becker is a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian.
Your Cat's Brain Under the Influence of Catnip
Kitties love their catnip and their owners get almost as much pleasure watching them romp, roll, and stumble. But what really happens when they're 'high?' Plus: How to use catnip to help bring lasting peace to a household of feuding felines.
What the Science Says About Human-Grade Food for Pets
How exactly do human-grade ingredients differ from the feed-grade ingredients found in most commercial dog and cat foods? Does human-grade food offer greater health benefits? Here's how to recognize human-grade pet food, even though you won't see the words printed on most labels.
The Hidden Toxins That Can Spark Tumors
Welcome to day one of bark & whiskers' Creating Healthy, Happy Pets Week 2023! Today's expert introduces us to a threat that your pet may be exposed to on a daily basis that can promote diseases like diabetes, heart disease, brain and nerve disorders, as well as the growth of tumors.
Penguin 'Toddler' Reluctant to Move Out of His Pouch
Despite being a bit too big for his father’s pouch, this snow chick isn't ready to cut ties.
This Vaccine Can Impair Your Dog's Immune System
Dog owners in the Chicago area recently raised a red flag about harmful vaccine side effects when, within only 6 weeks, 5 dogs were diagnosed with life-threatening, brain-swelling autoimmune meningitis after receiving this vaccine. Is your dog at risk too?
3 Big Reasons Why Owners Are Switching to Raw Food
What drives a pet owner to switch from feeding kibble to raw food? This fascinating study identifies the top reasons why owners make the switch, often against their vet's advice. Although the researchers twist their findings to suit a likely hidden agenda, the survey responses are illuminating.
Nutrigenomics and the Pet Food Revolution
See what Dr. Michael W. Fox has to say about processed pet food, diseases in dogs and cats related to eating habits, and a book he recommends for everyone out there who cares about dogs.
The Best Way to Prevent and Treat Stomach Issues
Digestive disorders are all too common in dogs today, and in my experience, taking this step may be the single most effective thing you can do to treat chronic gastrointestinal issues, such as IBD, IBS and sensitive stomachs. Here's what you need to know about commercial prescription foods.
