How to Add Years to Your Pet's Life

Anyone who has ever had a dog or cat wishes just one thing — that he or she has a healthy and long life. Here are five tips that can help your pet do just that. 1. FEED A HIGH QUALITY DIET. Pets fed a high quality diet have a shiny hair coat, healthy skin, … Read more

Foods that can poison your pet

If you are a pet owner, you might have been tempted to spoil your furry family member with a treat from your plate. But before you do, make sure you’re not sharing one of the common foods that can cause serious, and sometimes fatal, medical problems for cats and dogs. In a new review of studies, two … Read more

Winter Tips for Pet Owners

Does your dog love the winter or would he rather cuddle up on the couch under a cozy blanket? Either way, you should be prepared to protect him when he ventures out into the elements. Many dog owners live with the misconception that because their pets have a coat of fur, they can tolerate the … Read more

Should horses be blanketed in winter?

animal wound care

By: Natalija AleksandrovaHolistic Horse & Hoof Care In order for a mammal to survive, internal body temperature is kept within a very narrow range. If the temperature exceeds these limits either above or below, the chemical reactions on the cellular level function improperly. Or they stop functioning at all. Fluctuations outside of the normal temperature range … Read more

Is sleeping with your pet a good thing?

Sleeping with pets isn’t unusual in this country. According to a recent survey of pet owners by the American Pet Products Association, nearly half of dogs sleep in their owner’s beds. The survey found that 62% of small dogs, 41% of medium-sized dogs and 32% of large dogs sleep with their owners. The survey also found that … Read more

Top 22 Tips on Keeping Your Small Dog Healthy

In many ways all dogs are the same, and general rules apply when it comes to the health of dogs of all size. However, in many ways small dogs need more special care than their larger counterparts.</strong> Small dogs can have big health problems, especially when you’re not aware of various preventive measures you can … Read more

Most Common Dog Health Problems and simple treatments

Our dogs are faithful companions, and they depend on us for good care. To help your canine friend live a healthy life, you should know some of the most common health problems dogs face, their signs, and what you can do about them. Ear Infections Ear infections are a common canine health problem, and they can be caused by allergies, … Read more

How to prevent burn injuries for pets in your home.

Burn wounds are probably some of the most painful and traumatic injuries for any animal. These injuries notoriously require a lengthier healing process, and in some cases, animals could even make the healing difficult by licking or scratching on the wound. On the other hand, when burn wounds are exposed, they could actually present an … Read more