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Humans have been using the astragalus plant since ancient times, dating back thousands of years. But is astragalus safe for cats and dogs? The NHV team is here to answer this question and to tell you all about it!  What is Astragalus? Astragalus membranaceus, also known as milkvetch, is a member of the pea family....

We all know that conjunctivitis is a condition that usually pops up at some stage, whether young, old, healthy, or sick. Any pet can also end up with conjunctivitis. For those that don’t know, anything ending in “itis” generally means that the specific area is inflamed and infected. In this case, conjunctivitis in pets refers...

We’re absolutely coco-nuts for our brand new CoCo Furcare Spray. It smells amazing (fresh and clean with a hint of lemon, lavender, and coconuts), and helps soothe inflamed and red skin, and shields them against nasty bugs and fleas. It’s the perfect everyday spray that fits right into your purse or pouch. What’s All The Fuss...

Vibrant, colorful, and packed with medicinal benefits, the reishi mushroom for dogs and cats should be an essential part of a pet’s daily regimen and maybe even yours too! Keep reading to learn more about this powerful little fungi. History of the Medicinal Use of Reishi The reishi mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum or lingzhi) is a...

One of the NHV team members came across an Instagram post with this neglected Sharpei who was found in a terrible condition. Thankfully, Violet was rescued by these amazing people @istandwithmypack and through the #NHVnaturalselfiecampaing NHV gives back by donating supplements to help this beautiful girl. This is when Violet was first brought to the shelter. Violet...

Bailee’s mom Heidi shares how Bailee got diagnosed with Allergic Bronchitis and what she did to help! Allergic bronchitis is not uncommon in dogs. It is not impossible to treat it with pharmaceutical drugs, but it is known to relapse very easily. Thus long-term support is often needed. This is where natural support steps in....

Not all seafood is safe for our furkiddos, but some are extremely beneficial, like cod, sardines, and anchovies for dogs as well as cats. Fish like these are an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, which can help improve skin, coat, joint health, and more. Let’s take a closer look at how NHV uses these...

Spring is in full swing, and that means it’s time again for our annual Easter egg hunt! Just like every year, we’re super egg-cited to celebrate the coming of spring and have some fun with the loving NHV furmilies that participate every year. How does the NHV Easter egg hunt work? This year’s egg hunt...

For some pet parents, the goal of becoming more eco-friendly is for the bigger picture, whether it is to ease climate change, reduce gas emissions, or lessen global warming. And for some, it is to protect your furmily and loved ones from toxic pollution. No matter where you belong, don’t forget to ask yourself these...

*The other day I was thinking about all you wonderful pet parents and all the stories you share with us about your furry loved ones, about their struggles and their successes. I realized I too wanted to share the story of my Lady. Lady is a rescued street dog from Sri Lanka. Lady is also...