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Achoo! Sneezing, itching, watery eyes, congestion, infection, digestive upset… blech!  These are all common symptoms of allergies that can make anyone feel uncomfortable. Even our darling fur companions. This is the story of Helena the senior cat. When Helena had been reclusive and grumpy for a very long period, her mom almost thought this was...

A well-functioning metabolism helps your little one live their best life and helps prevent metabolic disease in dogs and cats. But why is a healthy metabolism such a crucial aspect of pet care? We’ll discuss how this process is vital to our pets’ overall quality of life, health, and longevity. We’ll also delve into common...

September has rolled back around and before we know it the leaves are falling and the children are going back to school. After a long summer of fun, some of our dogs are also now without their human playmates, whether they are going back to school, off to college, or simply back to work. Many...

Thank you to Amber Kingsley, guest-contributor and pet enthusiast, for writing this blog; and to  Owen Andrew for the artwork for the infographic below.  As pet owners and animal lovers, we want to do everything possible to keep our dogs happy and healthy. Superfoods, those that are nutrient-rich and offer additional health benefits, are growing in popularity with...

Curious Caramel tries NHV supplements for the first time! When Caramel isn’t educating his followers about all things cat nutrition – ie. the benefits of taurine, preventing common feline diseases, pet safe floor cleaners, favorite toys, and treats, etc-  he is busy living out his best days. This means running from one end of the house...

Sylvester is a senior kitty from Austria. He had liver disease almost suggesting jaundice, and was losing weight drastically between his condition, and the discomfort his teeth were causing him. He had some scary trips to the ER. His mom’s friend, Erika, knew he needed natural support. He was in need of a few different...

The first pitter-patter of their pawsThe first walk around the blockThe first attempts at high fivesThe first time they peed on your pots The first time they kneaded on your armsThe first time they bit your toesThe first time they slept in your lapThe first time they felt at home They will always be your...

Did you know that over the years, some fire departments have had the help of a brave fire pup? Back in the days when the fire equipment was horse-drawn, dogs would help clear the way for the fire carriage to pass. Even today, pups play a vital role in search-and-rescue missions! Not to mention the...

Why Do Dogs Chase? If you’re reading this blog, your dog may be exhibiting behavior that you are finding difficult to control, such as chasing cars, other animals, or even people. You are not alone. Many dogs don’t have a high drive to hunt or chase and are content just playing fetch, or cuddling on...

There’s more to pet dental health than shiny white teeth and fresh breath. After your furkiddo eats, some leftovers can deposit and build up between the teeth. If this food is not removed, it opens the door for bacteria to grow and cause something as simple as bad breath or as severe as stomatitis. Therefore,...