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....

Ashley, Brody’s mom, reached out to us to share her story of Brody’s success. We are so glad that Brody’s mom reached out to us to let us know how he’s doing! Allergies in dogs are actually an extremely common condition. Just like people, dogs can be allergic to anything in their environment, from plants...

Thank you Darlene for sharing your story of Larry’s success with NHV! *Product reviews are solely the experience and opinion of the reviewer. Actual results may vary.

With the hot moist heat, pollen, and outdoor activities (like swimming) our dogs do, summer at my holistic veterinary practice seems to be the season for dog ear infections.

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...

Prevention— it’s the magic word to keep your dog’s health optimized. Generations of selective breeding have produced all the breeds that we have come to know and love. Unfortunately, it has also put dogs at risk for many health problems that affect both their body and their behavior. But there’s hope! By understanding our dog’s...

There’s been a lot of press and hype about poisonous dog food in the last few years and for some very good reasons. Many of these headlines have centered around toxic jerky treats imported from China, resulting in over 1,000 pet deaths and almost 5,000 reported cases of illnesses for both dogs and cats. So...