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I’ve gotten quite a few questions from our readers about homeopathy for dogs. However, I’m no veterinarian, and I’m certainly no expert on canine homeopathy. So I reached out to a real expert: Dr. Richard Pitcairn, a man known by many as the father of canine homeopathy. Dr. Pitcairn founded the Academy of Veterinary Homeopathy and developed […]
Are you excited to take a new puppy or pet to your home? For sure, you cannot wait to have a new companion at home. Adopting a new pet is one milestone that many people are looking forward to. Some get to own a pet earlier in life and this experience actually allowed them to […]
A dog can bring a great deal of joy to your family life. Known for their faithfulness and loving nature, they are great companions for people of all ages. Owning a dog also has many health benefits: they promote self-confidence and help their masters cope with stress, lower a human’s blood pressure, and “train” owners […]
As a dog owner, watching your pet scratching its body incessantly to deal with a persistent itch is quite heartbreaking. But do you know the underlying condition behind the discomfort your dog is experiencing? An allergy is one of the most probable causes of the distress that your pet is battling.You have probably already heard […]
44% of all households in the United States have a dog and when we spend time outdoors, our dogs want to be with us. By planning shady areas using trees, shrubbery, and retractable awnings, a necessary oasis is created where dogs can cool down and get out of the sun. Dogs are playful and active; […]
Separation anxiety is a very common disorder; according to veterinary behavioral specialists, 20 to 40 percent of the dogs they treat suffer from some form of separation anxiety. There are many different ways to address separation anxiety, from weighted blankets for dogs to calming music. While these tools are helpful, you can resolve your dog’s anxiety by […]
If you and your partner or spouse are dog lovers, chances are, you are going to become dog parents, too. Before your real baby arrives, you are probably going to spend a few years having your puppy as your very own baby. Dogs reciprocate your feelings, too. If you treat them like your own child, […]
They say that a dog is a man’s best friend, and anyone who has had a dog in their life would agree. But this is also true for the dog, as a pet owner, you are the dog’s best friend, carer and guardian. You are responsible for the health and safety of the animal as […]
Cannabidiol (CBD) is a non-psychoactive product that is beneficial for pets just as it is for humans. With CBD, you can regulate an elderly pet’s nausea, anxiety, pain, among other problems. Though the research on CBD effects on pets is still ongoing, veterinarians are already recommending CBD due to its therapeutic effects. Since CBD is already […]
As any dog owner will tell you, having a canine friend of your own can greatly improve your life. The companionship of a dog provides many of the same emotional benefits that any traditional, human friendship would include. Man’s best friend is called so for a reason, after all. But while any dog person can say […]