Slowing down can be a natural sign of aging in humans and pets alike. But if you notice other visual cues of low energy and mobility issues, like hind leg weakness in dogs and cats, something more serious might be at play.  Degenerative disorders happen when the functions of tissues or organs of your furkiddo...

Noticing lumps on dogs and cats is definitely every pawrent’s greatest fear. It can be even more life-shattering when the cancer diagnosis is confirmed. Overwhelming as it is, Myla’s story may give some hope to furmilies fighting this battle.  Symptoms of Canine Cancer Myla’s mom, Kaleigh, knows exactly how it feels like to see your...

The weather outside is frightful, and you’re worried about hypothermia in dogs or even cats? You probably should if you notice your little one shivering, teeth chattering, and feel their paws cold. Keeping your little one warm when it’s cold outside goes beyond comfort, seeing as an excessively low body temperature can lead to shock...

We are always looking for different ways to help animals all around the globe, so we were thrilled when holistic nutritionist and animal advocate Kaitlin reached out to us in September asking for support. Also an old-time customer and friend, Kaitlin introduced us to Paws and Tails – a non-profit organization where she has been...

As a company, NHV invests heavily in veterinary research every year. We are currently running five different clinical trials in partnership with many universities in Canada, the US, Brazil, and New Zealand. And have published various valuable results in the past. As part of the NHV pet expert team, I have personally committed 17 years...

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...

It is quite common for pet parents to prefer calm dogs. But did you know that, despite its bad reputation, stress has contributed to the canine species’ survival? A dog reacting to changes and situations where they think they are at risk is healthy!  The problem is when your little one feels that everything is...

Seeing your precious little one suffer from the uncomfortable lymphoma symptoms in cats is absolutely heartbreaking. But what can you do as a pet parent to support your kitty with this type of cancer? Furmama Silvia thought of a way when her sweet ginger boy received the scary diagnosis. Meet Silvia’s shining star, Sydney! Sadly,...

Have you ever noticed an increase in dog and cat dandruff in the winter? These white specks in your pet’s fur are usually a side-effect of dry skin, allergies, or hormonal deficiencies. Understand how some of the changes in the home routine caused by the cold weather can lead to pet skin issues like dandruff....

What if we told you that E. coli in dogs and cats is entirely normal? There’s usually no need to panic, as this bacteria is typically benign and lives in harmony inside your little one’s gut. However, when highly concentrated, it can cause an E. coli infection. And this can be deadly, especially in young...