Yogurt: Is This Creamy Treat the Key to Your Pet's Gut Health?
Your pet's digestive tract is the largest immune organ in the body, and feeding them this creamy treat may help keep it in top shape.
Reviewed by Dr. Becker
Dr. Karen Shaw Becker is a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian.
Cockatiels — One of the Most Unlikely Cuddly Pets
If you've never owned one, you might question how this pet can be 'cuddly.' But she does thrive on human attention and will let you know how she's feeling. Here's what to watch for when she wants to cuddle and play — and the signs when she doesn't.
Toys Strongly Advised Against Giving to Your Pet
Whether you have a dog or a cat, this type of toy (bought or homemade) can be swallowed, causing great damage to your pet's GI tract. Another can catch your pet's tongue. And watch out for these common makeshift toys — some could lead to suffocation and others present a significant choking hazard.
You'd Probably Call This Treatment Gross, Yet It's Safe and Incredibly Effective
It used to be common even in human medicine, then it was dumped for more 'modern' therapies. But it's back and proven more effective than its imitators for vascular problems, wound care, arthritis, and inflammation. Have this discussion with your holistic veterinarian about it.
How to Know When It's Time to Say Goodbye
Your pet can't tell you when he's hurting or feeling miserable, so it's up to you to be proactive in keeping him as healthy and comfortable as possible, including at the end of his life. Pawspice can help you recognize the signs for when it's time to help him 'change worlds.'
Squash: Could This Sweet Food Be a Game-Changer for Your Pet?
If your pet has a sensitive stomach and needs to be fed a bland diet temporarily, this is one of the best choices. It's rich in antioxidants to help scavenge free radicals.
Often Leads to Extreme Aggression — Do You Make This Mistake?
This dog was performing his duty as he saw it. But it turned tragic. As you'll see, it didn't have to be that way. His owner made a classic mistake that produced and reinforced a bad behavior — one that no dog owner wants. Please avoid this mistake.
Thyme: This Green Gem May Soothe Your Pet's Skin
If your pet is constantly itching due to yeast infections, adding this pungent herb to their diet may help ease their discomfort. Simply sprinkle it over their meals or add to their homemade treat recipes.
Never Make Your Pup Endure This Cruel, Painful Process, No Matter What
Involves cutting through muscle, tendons and seven layers of highly sensitive nerves, plus severing bone and cartilage. No wonder it's banned in so many places. Unfortunately, it's still legal and popular in this country, staunchly advocated by the AKC. Time to break ranks with their stance.
