At 12 years old, sweet Perlita is now a senior. A fur kid’s golden years are some of the best they have to offer – wise, chill, and still every bit as cute. But new challenges often appear, and that’s where pet parents come in. In Perlita’s case, it was kidney stones in pups. Blind...

When this Persian was just three years old, his family was told to prepare for the worst – congestive heart failure, a growth in his abdomen, and harsh vet treatments. Even though their kitty was given a poor prognosis, his family was not ready to give up. They tried natural support, including NHV, and saw...

They say a cat has nine lives. But when a diagnosis like FIP enters the picture, it can feel like you’re fighting for just one. For 11-month-old Maine Coon kitten Scooby, the fight against FIP shook his family’s world. From getting the devastating news to new treatments, this kitty has been through quite a lot....

Are you wondering whether you can introduce a bunny to your existing family with cats and dogs? While it’s always exciting to add a new fur kid into the mix, rabbits have quite different needs than other fur kiddos. They’re prey animals, which means their natural instinct is to run – while your dog or...

Tempted to gift someone a rabbit this Easter? You may want to rethink that. Bringing a bunny into a family is a huge decision, and it should never be a surprise. While undeniably cute, rabbits have complex needs that unprepared owners will not be able to properly meet. Here are the five biggest reasons why...

The popularity of pet rabbits jumps during the Easter season, but that doesn’t mean you should get one without some serious consideration. Bunnies have just as complex needs as any companion critter, and potential pet parents need to understand the level of commitment it takes to help them thrive. From socialization to health needs, do...

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....

A lot of pet parents think of pet nutrition and immune health for cats or dogs as two completely different things. One is about food and feeding schedules, and the other is about preventing illness. However, they’re deeply connected. A pet’s immune system relies on certain nutrients to respond appropriately to health challenges throughout life....