Puppy Love: A Bond From Day One
When Harlow met the baby on his first day home, she instantly sensed the change. Her protective and playful nature created a joyful and inseparable bond.
Analysis by Dr. Karen Shaw Becker
Dr. Karen Shaw Becker, a proactive & integrative wellness veterinarian. My goal is to partner with pet parents seeking to improve their pet’s overall health & vitality through wise lifestyle choices.
This Slow Progression of Dying Is Often Masked Till It’s Too Late
Symptoms of this fatal disease progress so slowly they're often missed till acute blindness, seizures, and coma set in. A leading cause of death in kitties, these 5 breeds of dogs are also susceptible. What to be alert for, best treatment and more.
23 Questions Your Vet Should Ask at Every Wellness Visit
Is your veterinarian a proactive, wellness-oriented practitioner or a traditional vet who just puts out 'fires' as they arise? This list of essential questions will tell you if it's time to make a change and add a proactive vet to your pet's healthcare team.
Is This Much-Ignored Organ a Window Into Your Dog’s Health?
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practitioners use this organ to gather information about a dog's health, and its color may indicate an infection or illness somewhere in the body, including diabetes, heart disease or malignancy. Don't overlook it in your at-home wellness exam.
Declawing: The Routine Barbaric Procedure That Owners Still Sadly Request
This is a painful and emotional topic for me, and I believe if owners truly understood the trauma this procedure can cause in their pet's life, they might make wiser choices. After all, it is banned in every civilized nation on the planet except for the US and Canada.
Summer’s Hidden Threats for Pets
Discover the vital steps you need to take to protect your pets from the risks of heatstroke, dehydration and hot pavement as temperatures rise.
Rescued Pup Finds Love After Rough Start
Chickpea, once malnourished and mistreated, finds a loving home and a strong bond with her new pet parent, despite her health challenges and blindness.
Caution: Chewing on This Popular Product Could Be Deadly
Found in many homes, this product is designed to dissolve in water. If you accidentally drop one and your pet finds it and starts gnawing on it, you're headed towards trouble. Your pet's saliva can weaken the plastic and cause the poisonous contents to leak.
New Study Highlights Medication Risks for Cats
Researchers find that a common ingredient in parasite preventives can lead to severe neurological issues in cats with the MDR1 mutation.
Beanie Gets a Second Chance at Finding Her Furever Home
Beanie, a 14-year-old cat, found a new home with Nazami after her original pet parent passed away. Their bond grew strong despite Beanie's initial hesitation.
