Inspiring Pet Tails

Few things are as scary and disheartening as learning that your beloved pet has lymphoma. We are anxious to do whatever we can to care for and protect our fur babies. Despite the emotional rollercoaster, it is important to make the best possible decisions for your beloved pet and reach out to loved ones for support. That’s...

The onset of Cushing’s disease can be a long, slow process. One of the first signs of this disease is excessive thirst and urination. You may find that you’re refilling your pet’s water bowl more often. They may be asking to go outside more frequently. Paired with this, you may find that your well-trained dog is...

Nala’s battle with many symptoms lead her Mom to NHV for a holistic approach. It all started with a message we received two weeks ago. When our pets show signs and symptoms out of the norm such as drinking excess water and frequent urination, it makes pet parents aware that something isn’t right. Nala’s Mom Jen...

Hazel had been rejected by a family in the past and labeled a biter. She was up to be euthanized when Christine found her as a 3-month old and decided to give this baby girl another chance at life by fostering her. Hazel loved her foster home and opened up to embrace everything in it. The...

Every pet parent always remembers two days distinctly. The day you bring your pet home for the first time and the day you say your last goodbye. Your heartaches and everything remind you of your furry friend. You imagine how joyful and peaceful life must be across the rainbow bridge and your heart finds solace. With time the tears turn...

As we all know, having surgery is never fun, especially when it involves the more ‘sensitive’ areas. A perineal urethrostomy (sometimes referred to as a ‘PU’) is a surgery performed on male cats who have a urinary blockage. Male cats can more easily develop a blockage of urine because of the anatomy of their urinary...

Congestive Heart Failure in dogs is a condition that affects the heart’s ability to pump blood and hence, reduces the oxygen that the body’s organs need to function normally. It is a critical and unsustainable condition but it can be reversed with a proper holistic treatment plan. How can you recognize congestive heart failure in...

Sandra’s cats were facing two different health issues but both related to the kidneys and urinary function. While High Tail started to develop calcium deposits and granules in his bladder, suggesting a kidney disorder, Merlyn would pee more than usual and started to have blood in his urine, indicating a Urinary Tract Infection. Continuous trips to the vet...

As our pets grow old we notice changes in their behavior. They may not follow us around the house like they used to. They might eat less and sleep a lot more. We may notice slight limping that comes and goes. Maybe around walkies or playtime? Dogs and cats start showing signs of aging when...

When Rosalinde noticed her sweet boy, Buddy, wasn’t quite himself, she wanted to do everything she could to help him be happy and vibrant again. Buddy has feline leukemia (FeLV) which unfortunately has no cure, but well-supported kitties can live a long fulfilling life. Through Rosalinde’s research, she was lead to our Feline Leukemia Fighter...