Preparing Your Senior Pet for Winter: Joint Pain & Stiffness
Pet Care Tips 3 mins readAs the temperature drops, senior pets may face more than just chilly air and the need for more cuddles. Cold weather can actually worsen joint pain in senior pets and make it harder for them to move around as easily. Conditions like arthritis and general stiffness may become more prominent, especially as pets age, leading...
Read MoreLumps on Dogs: Myla’s Miracle
Inspiring Pet Tails 3 min readNoticing 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...
Read MoreHypothermia in dogs and the effects of winter on your pet
Pet Care Tips 3 min readThe 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...
Read MoreThanks to You, We Can Help Animals in Need
NHV Gives Back 4 min readWe 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...
Read MoreWhy is veterinary research such an important part of NHV?
Clinical Trials & Research 3 min readAs 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...
Read MoreThe many benefits of Reishi mushroom for dogs & cats
Herbs For Pets 2 min readVibrant, 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...
Read More4 Ways to Calm Dogs During the Holidays
Pet Care Tips 4 min readIt 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...
Read MoreLymphoma Symptoms in Cats: Sydney’s Success
Inspiring Pet Tails 3 min readSeeing 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,...
Read MoreDealing with dog and cat dandruff in cold weather
Pet Care Tips 4 min readHave 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....
Read MoreAll You Need to Know About E. coli in Dogs and Cats
Vet Talks 3 min readWhat 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...
Read MoreIs Thyme Safe for Dogs and Cats?
Herbs For Pets 2 min readLet’s dive into the many uses of this spice and discover whether Thyme is safe for dogs and cats. But first, let’s understand what made Thyme so popular as a fragrant-lasting evergreen spice used for therapeutic, decorative, and culinary purposes. What is Thymus vulgaris? Thyme is an essential member of the mint family Lamiaceae and...
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