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Even though nutrition is a very important component of our pets’ health, it is often overlooked or taken for granted. Just like humans, pets are all their own unique individuals with their own tastes and needs. What is a balanced diet for one pet, may not be ideal for another. With so many options available...

Neca is a 15-year-old Yorkie- Terrier Mix. Coming in at a whopping 10 lbs, she may be small but she is a tough and brave cancer fighter. She has had her issues with kidney disease and pancreatitis as well.  Her mom, Ana came to us in mid-December.  She knew her little girl needed the added support...

The fundamentals of puppy love: Julie the Beagle You have a lifetime of snuggles, adventures, and love to look forward to. Aside from all the excitement, one of the first things you’re probably wondering is: what should I feed my new puppy? Bringing home a new puppy is so exciting! These rambunctious canines require patience, time,...

During my practical in veterinary school, I saw so many animals fighting cancer. Dogs, cats, rodents, birds, horses, cows. Each and every time, it was heartbreaking. But with my cancer cat Frederico, who suffered from feline lymphoma, it was especially difficult. Frederico appeared in my life at a time when I probably needed him most....

Did you know NHV supplements can help our avian friends too? While most of our customers are cats and dogs, our supplements are good for rabbits, ferrets, birds, reptiles, and other small creatures. Just like their other counterparts, they need fresh food and water, love, affection, and exercise. Meet Sunny – this gorgeous yellow cockatiel is...

Hedgehogs are small nocturnal mammals that can be found anywhere in the world but are native to Africa, Europe, and Asia. They are omnivorous and feed on beetles, worms, and other insects in the wild. The African pygmy hedgehogs are more commonly kept as pets and are domesticated, so they are opportunistic omnivores, and would...

Rabbits are becoming a very popular pet and rabbit owners are demanding quality veterinary care more than ever. Rabbits are very social and curious animals, who thrive on attention and social interaction and can be great companions. Taking proper care of them, however, can demand some extra effort and patience. Rabbits, like all animals, have...

What are inactive ingredients, and why does NHV use olive oil for dogs and cats in their natural supplements? As you clicked on this blog post, this question probably popped into your head. And why wouldn’t it? Learning about the supplements you feed your precious furkiddo, especially the ingredients, shows you are a diligent parent....

Feline hyperthyroidism and chronic renal failure (CRF) are common diseases in senior cats. Because several common diseases of older cats-diabetes, inflammatory bowel disease, intestinal cancer, and chronic kidney failure- share some of the clinical signs of hyperthyroidism, it is important to run a series of tests to determine what your kitty needs. These can develop as cats age, and...

If you have a kitty or are considering adding a cat to your family, you might be wondering if there’s any truth behind their bad rep for being picky eaters. Can cats eat dog food? is only one of the many questions about feline dietary needs that our pet experts have to answer ever so...