Spring Detox for Pets: Why It’s Important & How to Do It
Vet Talks 4 mins readAs the seasons change, so do our pets’ needs. Similar to us, pets can accumulate toxins over time from a variety of sources, including processed foods, environmental pollutants, and seasonal allergens. The winter months often lead to reduced activity, a heavier diet, and potential exposure to household toxins from cleaning products. Spring presents an excellent...
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Common Signs of Allergies in Pets
Pet Care Tips 3 min readOur furry kiddos can be sensitive to a lot of allergens out there in the world. For example, environmental allergens, foods, and even flea bites can cause immune reactions leading to allergies, affecting their comfort and health. If you suspect allergies trouble your fur kiddo, make sure you get a proper diagnosis from the vet....
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Spring Shedding Season: Natural Support with NHV
Pet Care Tips 3 min readWhat’s all this fluff coming off my pet? Oh! That’s right, it’s spring shedding season. When your fur kiddo senses a temperature change, pet parents often notice a huge increase in fur shed! Here’s how to manage the extra fluff – and some signs when shedding might be cause for concern. Why Do Dogs Shed...
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The Best Springtime Fruits and Veggies for Pets
Pet Diet & Nutrition 3 min readAs spring warms us up, many of us are looking forward to gardening and farmers’ markets because of the bright, fresh, and healthy fruits and veggies available. But did you know that our pets can enjoy some of nature’s spring bounty as well? In moderation, fresh produce can make an excellent addition to our pets’...
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Feverfew for Dogs and Cats with Allergies
Herbs For Pets 3 min readWarm sunspots and long walks outside really make the warmer months exciting for our fur kiddos, but nature comes alive in more ways than one this time of year. The blooms and blossoms of plants mean that sensitive noses can get the sniffles and skin can get the itchies. Thankfully, though, something else blooms in...
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Nutty & Nice: Why Your Pup Will Love Nutty Paw-Nanas
Pet Diet & Nutrition 3 min readWandering down the dog treat aisle at the pet store made us wonder, “Is any of this even healthy?” With long ingredient lists, overly processed ingredients, and artificial flavors and preservatives, we were seriously wondering where the healthy treats for dogs were! So, we took to our test kitchen and whipped up some wholesome and...
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My Pet’s Zodiac Sign
Lifestyles of the Furry & Fabulous 7 min readEver wonder, “What is my pet’s zodiac sign?” Astrology can be a great way to paws and reflect on what motivates our fur kiddos. So whether you’re counting from their birthday or their Gotcha Day, let’s look to what the stars say about your furry friend… Aries (March 21 – April 19) Aries pets are...
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Nikko’s Journey with Toxoplasmosis in Cats
Inspiring Pet Tails 3 min readNikko the cat is pretty special to fur parent Sho. That’s why it was so distressing when Nikko started showing strange symptoms which led to a worrying diagnosis: toxoplasmosis in cats. A Scary Diagnosis: Toxoplasmosis in Cats Sho loves Nikko dearly – a true soul pet! – and would go to any lengths to help...
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Heart Health Benefits of Dog Ownership
Pet Care Tips 3 min readAs a pet parent, you probably put a lot of research and effort into providing the very best health choices for your pet. However, did you know that pet ownership benefits your own health? It’s true! What we all sense intuitively – that being around our fur kiddos makes us feel better – is proven...
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Can Pets Get The HPAI Virus?
Pet Care Tips 4 min readThe spread of avian influenza amongst animals has some pet parents asking, “Can pets get bird flu?” The answer is yes; although cases are rare, bird flu has infected pet birds as well as cats and dogs. We therefore recommend pet parents take a few extra safety precautions and familiarize themselves with the symptoms of...
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How to Strengthen A Dog’s Heart
Pet Care Tips 3 min readThe heart: a muscular organ that together with blood vessels, oversees the distribution of oxygen and nutrients to all the body’s cells. Given the crucial role of this organ, it’s important to keep your little one’s heart healthy and adopt a proactive approach. Natural care is a great ally to strengthen a dog’s heart, and...
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