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Dog Tips

Even Better Than Hamburger and Rice for Loose Stools

Should you offer your dog food during bouts of diarrhea, and if so, which ones are best? Many veterinarians prescribe bland foods like beef and rice, but I recommend two other foods that do a better job of soothing irritated bowels and delaying gastric emptying to help stop loose stools.
— 6 min read
submissive dog behavior
Dog Tips

7 Tell-Tale Emotional Signs That Dog Owners Often Miss

These signs can be subtle, so you have to take the time to learn and recognize them in your pet. But it's well worth the effort as you'll likely feel a stronger connection and bond with your pet when you do. How many of these soul-baring signs can you observe in your pet?
— 6 min read
heartworm infection in cats
Cat Tips

Heartworm Infections in Cats? It's a Very Different Disease

Now that kitties have been added as candidates for year-round heartworm preventives by many conventional veterinarians and heartworm medication manufacturers, it's time to expose what feline heartworm infections look like. Insist on this test before starting any preventive treatment.
— 6 min read
why are dog attacks on the rise
Dog Tips

Why Are Dog Attacks on the Rise?

In this region, dog attacks have increased 34% over the last five years, and according to a survey of 1,535 people, owners may be to blame for a large number of dog bite injuries. Can you recognize the most obvious sign, along with these nine more subtle signs, that a dog may be about to bite?
— 5 min read
dog kidney failure
Dog Tips

Your Pet's Kidney Failure — Where's It Really Coming From?

Two types of kidney failure often have one single common root cause, making it the primary issue to address to keep your pup's kidneys in sparkling good health. And if you see this symptom, get your precious one checked out as soon as possible because it's a telltale sign.
— 6 min read
hyperthyroidism in cats
Cat Tips

If Your Pet Is Age 7 and Up, Be Sure Your Vet Checks This

Your pet's mortal enemy as she ages. Early detection makes it easier to use natural remedies and avoid serious side effects of commonly used meds. Also enables herbal kidney support. Get our six vital tips on minimizing your pet's risk of the disease today.
— 7 min read
household chemicals contribute to cat hyperthyroidism
Cat Tips

Is This in Your Home? May Make Kitty Suffer

They tested kitties for these disease triggers - here's what they found. Thought to be a major culprit in the steep rise of this devastating disease, despite efforts to reign it in. Here's your path to nixing it from your kitty's life. And watch for these three telltale signs Kitty already has it.
— 6 min read
signs of hypothyroidism in dogs
Dog Tips

The Common Condition Many Owners and Veterinarians Overlook

If your dog is adding on pounds (and not overeating), lacks energy, has dry, itchy skin and is acting aggressive or anxious, he may be suffering from this easily missed but common condition. To help prevent your pet from needing lifelong medications, request this special test.
— 4 min read
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