Reviewed by Dr. Elizabeth Hardoon

Dr. Elizabeth Hardoon blends conventional and Chinese medicine to support pets’ health, specializing in acupuncture, herbal therapy, food therapy, and rehabilitation.
hypoallergenic dog
Dog Tips

Sneezes Shouldn't Stand Between You and Puppy Love

You've always wanted a dog for as long as you can remember, but allergies have kept you on the sidelines. Here's what you need to know about pet allergies, and why this month may be the perfect time for you to find the furry family member you've been dreaming about.
— 7 min read
l theanine for dogs
Dog Tips

Could This Help Calm Those Ruffled Nerves?

l For the dog who trembles through every thunderstorm, panics at the vet, or seems perpetually on edge, there is a gentle amino acid drawn from tea leaves that may take the edge off enough to make everyday life feel more livable - without the drowsiness of stronger sedatives.
— 6 min read
cat purr
Cat Tips

There's More Going On in That Purr Than You Think

That soft rumble your cat makes on your chest isn't just happiness — it's a low-frequency healing mechanism used in human vibrational medicine, and a small share of the benefit passes into your body too. What looked like pure companionship turns out to be something closer to reciprocal medicine.
— 7 min read
cinnamon dogs
Dog Tips

Does This Favorite Fall Spice Get the Paws Up?

Pumpkin spice season is here, and your dog may be sniffing the air with real interest — the good news is that this popular spice isn't just safe in small amounts, it may actually offer real health benefits, as long as you know which kind to reach for and which fall favorites to skip entirely.
— 7 min read
pet cataracts
Dog Tips

When Cloudy Eye Could Mean More Than Aging

That hazy area in your pet's eye could be nothing more than the natural softening of a lens that's lived a full life — or it could be the earliest sign of something that deserves urgent attention.
— 7 min read
puppy umbilical hernia
Dog Tips

Have You Ever Checked Your Puppy's Belly Button?

That soft little lump on your puppy's belly is not necessarily something to panic about — it is one of the most common quirks in puppyhood. Knowing what to look for (and when it matters) can save you a lot of unnecessary worry.
— 7 min read
dog guilty look
Dog Tips

The Face That Tricks Every Pet Parent

That heartbreaking, apologetic little face your dog makes when you come home to a mess is not a confession — it is one of the most misread expressions in the animal kingdom, and what is actually happening will change how you handle the moment forever.
— 9 min read