As a devoted pet parent, Kimberly felt a lot of emotions when she saw her fur kiddo Dior struggle with a collapsed trachea. Collapsed trachea in dogs is a condition where the trachea (the windpipe) cannot support the airways well, resulting in a lot of huffing and coughing in dogs. As a pet parent, Kimberly...

Meet Shakey! She totally took the internet’s heart by storm with her adorable wobbly walk. You see, Shakey lives with cerebellar hypoplasia in cats. This condition can make movements a little more unpredictable. But really, Shakey is just a fur kid who loves playing, treats, and her paw mom. She really isn’t that different from...

Meet Nacho. This superstar cat has hundreds of thousands of fans from around the world – including us! His everyday stories about living his best life as a cat with feline dwarfism inspire pet parents to keep their fur kids strong and healthy, despite their health conditions. As a very hands-on parent, Nacho’s mom does...

Mother’s Day is coming up! If you’re wondering how to celebrate a dog mom in your life, here are some thoughtful ideas to let them know you see and appreciate all the effort they put into keeping her fur kiddos happy and healthy. #1 – Get More Involved The best way to find out how...

At NHV, we totally think pets are family. We love to include them in our daily activities, and we make sure they’re cared for just like any other family member. But would that make us their parents (or paw-rents)? And does your pet see you as their mom? While pets can tell the difference between...

Dogs have evolved alongside humans for thousands of years. They don’t just enjoy being around us; they rely on us for guidance, safety, and survival. That’s why learning how to bond with your dog isn’t optional. It’s a fundamental part of responsible pet ownership. But dogs don’t build relationships the way we do. Their sense of connection...

Seasonal allergies in dogs are becoming increasingly common as environmental conditions change and pets are exposed to a wider range of allergens. Many pet parents notice that their dog’s symptoms seem to appear or worsen at certain times of the year, particularly during spring and fall. However, geography also plays a role in which allergens...

Stress is often viewed as a behavioural issue: a nervous dog pacing or a cat hiding. But stress is also physiological. When a pet experiences stress, the body releases hormones like cortisol and adrenaline. These chemicals increase heart rate and blood pressure to prepare the body to respond. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and...

“This morning, I noticed that he left some food in his plate.” “I noticed that his fur seems dull and she’s shedding so much!” “They look sad…” These are all common phrases pet parents may use when their furkiddos show slight changes in their day-to-day. Small signs often lead to big issues if left unattended....