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Paralysis in pets is the loss of the ability of one or more body parts to move voluntarily. It can be confused with paresis, which implies that a specific limb may be able to move but not as easily. Conversely, paralysis means there is a complete loss of function or control of a body part....

In today’s blog, we really wanted to take a moment to empower pet parents, who are using conventional medications to treat diseases in their pets. We wanted to share our knowledge on how to utilize supplements and alternative therapies to help reduce the potential side effects of pharmaceuticals, so your pet can achieve optimal health....

Are you noticing more aches and discomfort in your body with the change in weather? As fall sets in and the weather dampens and cools, you’re not the only one who’s feeling the chill in their bones; pets can be particularly susceptible to joint discomfort during the cool fall and winter months. You may notice...

We have lots of room in our hearts for all kinds of pets, cats, dogs, ducks, guinea pigs, etc. Lately, we have been getting lots of questions about RABBITS and something that many of our #NHVpets family don’t know is that our supplements are also good for our bunny buddies! We put together a list of the...

Cruciate Ligament Tears in Dogs Just like humans, dogs have two ligaments that help to stabilize the stifle (knee) joint. In pets, these ligaments are called the cranial cruciate ligament and the caudal cruciate ligament. The word ‘cruciate’ means ‘to cross’. These ligaments cross over one another between the bones that form the stifle joint...

Back problems and diseases in dogs are some of the top 5 diseases that we treat in our veterinary practice. It’s been our experience that using an integrative approach to treating IVD can be very rewarding. It is so heartwarming when our animal patients get up and walk, especially when their original prognosis was very...

A wagging tail means a dog likes you. A soft purr means a cat is happy. But who decided that every tail wag is friendly and every purr is happy? Here are some common myths that pet parents have. You’ll find answers to some perplexing questions about pet parenting here. Myth Asparagus can be dangerous...

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...

Nearly 80% of the US will see temperatures dip to below freezing, and wind-chill temperatures could reach 35 below zero in some states during the next few days. It’s vital that pet parents spread the word on how to care for pets during this severe weather. With cats, including outdoor cats, bring them inside and do not...

Before working at NHV Natural Pet Products, I admittingly knew nothing about pet care, although at the time I thought I did. With my newfound knowledge, I feel like it’s my duty to expose the 5 ways you’re raising your pet wrong. My family adopted a dog from a rescue shelter when I was ten....