Pet Care Tips

Integrative therapies, from massage to naturopathic remedies for pets are seeing an exciting resurgence in pet care! As we continue our look at integrative veterinary care, we examine using aromatherapy for pet health and pet behavioral problems—discussing possible cautions and efficacy of aromatherapy. Click here to view part 1 in this series: “Integrative Therapies: Acupuncture...

With all the festive preparations going on this holiday season, we wanted to give busy pet parents some important tips to keep your pet safe, healthy, and happy! 1. Don’t feed pet chocolate – This yummy human treat is one of the most common reasons for emergency vet visits during the holidays. Unfortunately, even a...

Alternative or integrative therapies for pets have recently seen a huge resurgence due to their powerful healing ability with minimal side effects. Today we begin a once a month series in our NHV blogs, where we will explore alternative integrative therapies for pets, from acupuncture to aromatherapy to massage and magnetic therapy for treating illnesses...

Don’t leave your furry companions out of the Halloween fun. Here are some tips to make sure your pet has a SAFE and Happy Halloween! And as our extra special treat, we’ve posted some yummy pumpkin recipes for your cat or dog. P.S. We’ve also got a special Halloween contest, see our Facebook! Tip #1:...

It’s a heavy burden we pet parents have when it comes to the health of our animal companions and the trust they place in us. So many pet parents we’ve spoken to want to know how to make their cat or dog healthier “naturally” without the common side effects of drugs. But knowing what to do,...

Are you noticing more aches and discomfort in your body with the change in weather? As fall sets in and the weather dampens and cools, you’re not the only one who’s feeling the chill in their bones; pets can be particularly susceptible to joint discomfort during the cool fall and winter months. You may notice...

As pet owners, cat body language isn’t always as straightforward as we would like. Confusion with the body language of dogs (which in the language of cats sometimes means the opposite) along with the subtleness of feline non-verbal cues makes it easy to misunderstand our furry companions. Today, let’s break down cat body language and...

Your dog is constantly communicating with you. Think of your pup as an open book—he or she is continually signaling their emotional state and intentions to you—you need to know how to read them. Although a dog may bark or growl, their primary communication with you and the world around them is through body language....

We all want what’s best for our animals, and there may come a time when we need to leave them for an extended period of time for a business trip, vacation, or another type of sabbatical that requires separation from our beloved pets. Instead of traditional boarding services or taking them to a kennel, many...

Did you know that there are over 40 recognized cat breeds in the world? While getting a purebred kitty has some advantages, like a predictable look and personality traits, you should be aware of some health issues associated with each breed. Here are five popular cat breeds, their health issues, and what you can do...