Sharing information to help you create optimal health, joy, and vitality for your dog!
Sharing information to help you create optimal health, joy, and vitality for your dog!
Do you ever walk your dog and see fecal matter left on the grass or sidewalk from other dogs? Unfortunately, if you are like most of us, you see it far too often. It’s hard to say what people think when they leave their dog’s poop on the ground. Maybe they think the rain will wash …
As a canine massage therapist, I am very attuned to the dog I am touching. It’s a natural extension of touch to communicate without words. To understand, to give, and receive information, messages, and emotions. But when I’m not touching an animal, or even in the same room, state, country, or even dimension as one, …
Is your senior dog starting to show signs of cognitive decline? Signs of cognitive decline can be easy to brush off as general aging, but it’s important to recognize them so you can intervene and make a difference in your dog’s quality of life.
Flower Essences are gentle remedies made from the energy or vibration of a flower, plant, or tree. All living things have specific energetic qualities, just as each of us is unique. These remedies can help us heal a part of ourselves, generally an emotional aspect, so that we may live more fully and without limits.
Going for a walk is a simple pleasure, and one many of us dog parents engage in on a daily basis. You’d like to think all you have to worry about is keeping your eyes open for cars backing out of driveways, but unfortunately, that’s not always the case. Sidewalk dangers can be avoided, but …
Fermented veggies are full of great benefits for your dog. You’ve probably heard of the benefits of eating fermented foods for yourself, but did you know your dog can derive those same benefits? Fermented veggies for dogs are a wonderful way to boost your dog’s immunity, aid in digestion, and promote a healthy gut environment. But not …
Beef kidney is packed with great nutrients for your dog. Kidney is rich in protein, low in calories, and is an important part of your dog’s balanced diet.
Summer heat can be hard on your dog. Not paying attention to the temperature can have pretty big consequences for your fur baby. Heatstroke, which can be fatal, can happen within minutes. Keeping your dog cool in the summer heat is vital to his health and wellness. All dogs are vulnerable to heatstroke, but some are …
Finding a groomer that you trust with your dog is much like finding a hairstylist for yourself. Once you find one you love, you stay with them forever, or until someone moves away. When that situation happens, we find ourselves asking for referrals, reading through Yelp reviews, and going through trial and error. That situation …
If you are someone who is worried about your senior dog going under for a dental cleaning, you are not alone. Pet parents often put off dental cleanings for their dogs because they are concerned about their dog going under anesthesia. Those concerns grow greater as their dogs become seniors. This is unfortunate because senior dogs …
Do you have anxiety about taking your dog to the vet because of curbside drop-offs policies? You are not alone. This article talks about what might be concerning you and offers some suggestions to help ease your mind so your dog does not have to go without care.
You may have heard of anesthesia-free dental cleanings from your veterinarian or groomer. Non-anesthetic dental scaling is commonly referred to as NADS. They have been a very controversial topic for over a decade. They sound great; your pet does not need to go “under” and the cost is significantly less, but is it right for your …
Is your dog deaf or losing his or her hearing? Deafness in dogs is more common than you may suspect. Hearing is not one of the essential sensory preceptors for dogs. If your dog is deaf or hard of hearing, there are a few things you can do to make life a little easier for …
There is minimal risk of your dog getting COVID-19. But the virus has been a huge reminder to all of us about how important our immune systems are. Here are five acupressure points that will help strengthen your dog’s immune system. They are great for seasonal allergies, reactions to medications or vaccines, or if your …