Collards: This Cruciferous Veggie Packs a Nutritional Punch
With a rich history and renowned for its assorted nutrients, this veggie may support your pet's health when served in small quantities.
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Dr. Karen Shaw Becker is a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian.
4 Reasons Why Your Dog Eats Grass
Most dogs eat grass on occasion, and some regularly chomp down when the opportunity arises. Does it mean something may be wrong or is it just one of those oddball canine behaviors? While your pup may do it simply out of boredom, there are also health-related reasons for eating grass.
The Top 5 Genetic Diseases in Cats
Unlike purebred dogs and cats, most domestic cats reproduce without interference from humans. And that's a good thing as it helps dilute disease-causing genes, so non-pedigree cats acquire fewer inherited disorders. Here's how to help protect predisposed kitties from the top five genetic diseases.
Why Do Dogs Have Tails?
A cat's tail helps with agility and movement, but because a dog's tail is relatively small compared to body size, it's unknown if dogs rely on their tails for the same reasons. Now, a team of researchers has set out to discover the real reason dogs have tails.
What You Need to Know About Fresh Meat Kibble
A study showed adding fresh meat to a kibble formula results in higher concentrations of essential amino acids than dry food made with meat meal. Does that mean it's a healthy choice for your dog or cat? Here's what they're not telling you about these pet foods.
Acupuncture as Surgery — A Whole New Paradigm in Care
When Dr. Juliet Decaestecker first watched an integrative vet place acupuncture needles in a small dog who had been limping, and afterwards, run out of the exam room, she knew she wasn't witnessing the placebo effect. That moment marked the start of her 'happy pet, happy owner' work.
Is There a Link Between Hearing Impairment and Dog Dementia?
You've noticed your older dog doesn't seem to hear as well as he used to. With humans, hearing impairment can be one of the biggest predictors of dementia. Is that so with dogs, too? Know the five classic signs of cognitive decline in dogs and five ways to help your pup stay mentally sharp.
Portobello Mushroom: This Earthy Food Is Abundant in Antioxidants
It's one of the best types of foods you can share with pets, as it's loaded with antioxidants that can boost immunity, slow down aging and promote mitochondrial health.
Nontoxic Therapies to Help Relieve Your Dog's Pain
Natural pain relief options can often be effective for mild to moderate pain, with or without other pain medications. These nontoxic therapies work at the root of your dog's pain instead of masking symptoms by acting on her nervous system, reducing inflammation and boosting circulation.
