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 MoreKitten with FeLV finds help with NHV FeLV Fighter Pack
Inspiring Pet Tails 2 min readWe received an update from Marie in Singapore about her kitten fighting FeLV. Mia was diagnosed with Feline Leukemia at 2.5 months of age. Two months of NHV Feline Leukemia (FeLV) Fighter Pack and lots of love and caring helped Mia test negative for FeLV. Here’s what we received as an update: We are so happy to know Marie...
Read MoreVet Tech Rounds: Paw Pad Injuries in Dogs
Vet Talks 3 min readPaw Pad Injuries Most dogs love to run and play outside. Many would fetch the ball for you for hours on end if given the chance. Often, they’re having so much fun, they don’t realize they could be damaging their paws. One common injury we have seen at vet clinics is paw pad injuries due...
Read MoreRescue dog Riley’s fighting histiocytic sarcoma with chemo and NHV
Inspiring Pet Tails 4 min readUpdate May 15, 2018: Sadly, little Riley gained her wings on May 14, 2018. Throughout our lives, we are constantly saying hellos and goodbyes. But on the flip side, we are forever touched and changed by the amazing creatures that impact our lives. This beautiful girl will be forever missed by her family. Riley is a puppy...
Read MoreSixx the cat was having asthma attacks about 10 times a day
Inspiring Pet Tails 3 min readFeline Asthma is a chronic progressive disease that is fairly common in adult cats. Brachycephalic cat breeds like Persian cats, British short hairs, and Burmese cats are more vulnerable to this allergic respiratory disease. Wheezing, labored breathing, and coughing are common signs of asthma in cats. Though there is no cure for asthma, a traditional vet will prescribe steroids...
Read MoreVet Talks: Rodent Ulcers in Cats
Vet Talks 2 min readRodent Ulcers “Rodent Ulcers”, otherwise known as indolent ulcers or stomatitis, are eosinophilic granulomas or a solid grouping of inflammatory cells coming together in a lump or solid structure. Eosinophils are a type of white blood cell that is commonly associated and elevated with allergies. They are part of the immune system defending against parasites....
Read More6 Reasons Why Feeding Your Pet Whole Foods is Beneficial
Pet Diet & Nutrition 5 min readAs the saying goes, you are what you eat. We all want our pets to be happy and healthy and live long fulfilling lives, so paying close attention to a pet’s food diet is essential to their health. There is no doubt that commercial pet foods are practical and cost-effective, and most of them are...
Read More3 pet parents share their most memorable spring adventures
Lifestyles of the Furry & Fabulous 4 min readSquirrels waiting to be chased up a treeBirds with new songs to singButterflies need a nose to land onShrubs are ready to play hide and seek Spring is here. It’s the time to let new adventures begin. Rain, snow, or shine, our pets always tag along with us for all kinds of adventures. As the days get...
Read MoreRecipe: Healing Bone Broth for Pets By DVM Dr. Amanda
Easy Recipes For Pets 2 min readIn this video blog, Dr. Amanda will guide you through making bone broth for your pets. Bone broth is both nutritious and delicious and can help pets with decreased appetite get the nutrients they desperately need. It is also a great way to add in your NHV supplements. Bone broth is so easy to make...
Read MoreMarron the Toy Poodle’s Dog Park Anxiety and NHV Matricalm
Inspiring Pet Tails 3 min readLike us, dogs can suffer from anxiety and fears. This can affect all breeds of dogs and can lead to serious behavioral problems if left untreated. Dogs may become fearful or have a strong emotional reaction to loud noises such as thunderstorms, fireworks, or garbage trucks. Some dogs fear being alone, and some show aggression towards other dogs....
Read MoreWhen The Going Gets Tough, Constipation Can Lead To Megacolon
Inspiring Pet Tails 3 min readCats who are chronically constipated may develop megacolon, a serious condition in which the colon (large intestine) becomes so distended/bloated that the tissue loses its ability to move contents along. The fecal matter in the colon becomes hard and makes it difficult for the kitty to have a bowel movement. It is an uncomfortable condition that...
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