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 MorePet Cancer Awareness: Common Types of Cancer in Dogs and Cats
Vet Talks 5 min readCancer in dogs and cats has become a significant concern, with more pet parents than ever facing the challenges of a cancer diagnosis. The good news is that awareness, early detection, and treatment options are advancing, giving pets the best chance for a fulfilling life. Here, we explore common types of cancer in pets, signs...
Read MoreHow Shadow the Champ Manages Addison’s Disease in Dogs
Inspiring Pet Tails 3 min readHave you ever been to an agility competition for dogs? They’re a ton of fun as you get to watch dogs run around and try their best in courses that require them to hone their skills of speed, accuracy, and concentration! Shadow the pup has been in many competitions, and it’s a point of pride...
Read More5 Things to Avoid During Halloween for Pets
Pet Care Tips 3 min readHalloween for pets can be more trick than treats, but with a little planning and the right safety measures, we can help our fur babies stay safe this paw-lloween! 1. Monsters! Well, at least the ones dressed up like monsters. We know that the ghost, zombie, or vampire behind the costume is really just a...
Read MoreChoosing the Right Winter Clothes for Dogs
Lifestyles of the Furry & Fabulous 3 min readHas your dog ever begged to go outside, only to change their mind once they realize it’s cold? As the winter weather rolls in, we’re starting to feel the same way! That’s why choosing the right winter clothes for dogs is an important task for pet parents. Unlike us, dogs can’t bundle up by themselves...
Read MoreNHV Joins “A Night to Inspire” as Bronze-Tier Supporter
NHV Gives Back 2 min readEven though cancer affects so many – our loved ones, our pets, our communities, and ourselves – it can be an incredibly isolating experience. That is why we believe communities should come together to support those battling cancer. Many have found that community and extra care thanks to the founding of InspireHealth. Over twenty-five years...
Read MoreManaging Pet Respiratory Issues and Allergies in Cold Weather
Vet Talks 2 min readCold weather can significantly affect our pets’ health by exacerbating respiratory issues and triggering allergies. Managing these conditions is crucial for ensuring the well-being of our furry companions during the colder winter months. How Cold Weather Affects Respiratory Issues and Allergies Cold weather can aggravate respiratory conditions in pets, as the dry, cold air irritates...
Read MoreCan Dogs Get Colds from Humans? And Vice-versa?
Pet Care Tips 3 min readAre you feeling under the weather and worried that your little furry friend will catch a cold from you? Or vice versa? Look no further. This article explores how colds in dogs and humans are different, and whether or not you can transmit colds to your fur kiddo. Similarities and Differences between Colds in Dogs...
Read MoreThe Benefits of Shiitake Mushrooms for Pets
Herbs For Pets 2 min readHave you heard of the term “medicinal mushrooms” before? One of the most promising superfoods out there are the medicinal mushrooms, which traditional medicine practices have used for centuries. In the right dosage and properly prepared, certain medicinal mushrooms are perfectly edible for our pets too. Better yet, research suggests that medicinal mushrooms may even...
Read MoreShould You Be Changing Your Pet’s Food Regularly?
Pet Diet & Nutrition 3 min readThe question of when to change a pet’s food is often met with many different opinions among pet owners and veterinarians. Many of us ask ourselves if regularly switching up our fur baby’s diets is necessary and healthy for them. In this blog, let’s explore the potential benefits and risks of changing our pet diet....
Read MoreHow Flower the Dog Overcame a UTI
Inspiring Pet Tails 2 min readThis floofy pup is Lotus Flower, or Flower for short. Isn’t she adorable? We think this name fits her very well because the lotus flower symbolizes strength and resilience, and this special pup showed a lot of strength when she battled and overcame a troublesome Urinary Tract Infection (UTI). Because UTIs in dogs can make...
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