Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a fairly rare and potentially fatal autoimmune disease that mostly affects dogs. Although rare, it is believed that many cases of SLE go undiagnosed. In today’s blog, we’ll touch on what to look for (signs and symptoms of SLE in pets) and how to best manage your pet with SLE....

We’re happy to receive some great news about Barney, an adorable black cat who is fighting cancer. Thank you Lorraine for sending us these encouraging words and lovely news. We wish Barney so much love and comfort. We’re glad we are able to help him. Here’s what Lorraine, Barney’s mom, had to say: INITIALLY –  AFTER USING...

If you’ve been following us on Facebook, you know that we’ve grown by one—and quite the one she is. With a personality that is larger than a life, a mind for mischief, and a heart as big as the sky, our little Chaya keeps us rolling in joyous laughter. We are all hopelessly in love....

Our lovely furry companions might have some pretty gross behaviors, but let’s face it, seeing our dogs eat poop is at the top of the list for most of us. So, if our dogs are not doing it just to gross us out, then why do they do it at all? Stool eating, aka coprophagy,...

There are plenty of things you can do at home to keep your pets healthy. Giving them the right amount (and the right kind) of food is one thing. They also need exercise that’s appropriate for their age and animal type. Plus, affection is what really makes pets part of the family. But there’s one...

In our veterinary practice, liver disease in cats and dogs is unfortunately all too common. The liver is a major organ in the body, and essential to your pet’s immune system; it detoxifies the blood and is a filter for metabolites, a source of energy, produces bile acids necessary for digestion, and produces clotting factors...

A wagging tail means a dog likes you. A soft purr means a cat is happy. But who decided that every tail wag is friendly and every purr is happy? Here are some common myths that pet parents have. You’ll find answers to some perplexing questions about pet parenting here. Myth Asparagus can be dangerous...

A well-balanced diet is a key to keeping our pets healthy. A poor diet could result in a compromised immune system and many health complications for our beloved animals. So, what does a healthy, nutritious diet for a dog or cat look like? With all the options out there from home-cooked to raw, dried, or...

Have you seen your dog or cat eat grass when they need a healthy detox? That’s because they are biologically inclined to find help in nature’s cabinet. Turmeric is just one of the helpful herbs found in nature. This super herb helps pets live healthier lives. Adding it to your pet’s daily diet is probably...

Thank you to Cheryl for sharing Trixie’s success with NHV and for sharing this adorable picture 🙂 * Product reviews are solely the experience and opinion of the reviewer. Actual results may vary. WHY DO DOGS GET LOOSE STOOLS? Dogs like Trixie can suffer from loose stools for a variety of reasons. Some causes of...