Pineapple: This Sweet Fruit Contains a Unique Enzyme — but Is It Safe for Your Pet?
This refreshing tropical fruit offers a unique compound that enhances digestion, making it a great addition to your list of healthy, natural snacks for your pet.
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Dr. Karen Shaw Becker is a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian.
A Very Serious Issue for This Predisposed Breed — and a Sensible Solution
Watch out for this major health risk that seems to be hardwired into this breed, putting them at much greater risk of various chronic conditions. Yet nature doesn't usually make mistakes, so what's going on, and why this crazy dilemma that seems all but impossible to fix?
Identifying the Root Cause of Anal Gland Issues
Why do dogs scoot? What causes a dog's anal sacs to malfunction? Surprisingly, scooting isn't a normal behavior, and it may be a sign of one of these serious problems. Find out the three most common causes of anal gland problems and how you can help prevent them.
The Secret Love Language of Cats — How to Know You're Adored
Kitties have at least 10 simple ways to show love when they feel close to you. Some signs are easy to miss, but noticing them helps you enjoy small, everyday moments with your cat.
Please Heed This Poison Alert or You Could Live to Regret It
So highly toxic that just one taste can kill or cause liver failure and problems for life. Cases have more than doubled in the past seven years. Please heed this poison alert. Be sure these items are under lock and key to avert heartbreak.
Jicama: Your Pet's Gut Loves This Crunchy Snack — Do You Know Which Part Is Safe?
Native to Mexico, this crunchy veggie contains prebiotics and assorted bioactive compounds that make it a tasty, nutritious treat or food topper. Learn how to prepare it properly for your pet here.
Say Good Riddance to Nasty Pathogens That Riddle Pet Toys
Pet toys can be a hotbed for Staph, parasites, fecal contaminants, bacteria, and viruses. Toys made the top 10 list of germiest home items. Don't let germs proliferate while you overlook the risk. Protect yourself today — discover how (and how often) to sanitize each type of pet toy.
Powerhouse Plants That Can Prevent and Heal Disease in Pets
This powerful, inflammation-fighting superstar can support healthy organ function in your pet, thanks to its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, and anticancer properties. The best part? Your pet may not even mind it if you sprinkle some on his food.
Can Your Dog Tell if You’re Happy or Mad?
Dogs are incredibly in tune with human emotions, but a new study attempted to find out if they can distinguish between your happy or angry mood based on facial expression alone. Does your dog know the difference?
