Canine Energy Healing Techniques
Energy medicine, once so exotic that it was dismissed out of hand by America’s physicians and veterinarians, is now going mainstream. In addition to...
Topical Home Remedies for Chronic Skin Inflammation
One of the quickest ways to reduce inflammation of the skin and itchiness is by use of herbal astringents.
Astringents work their magic by quickly...
Accelerated Wound Healing
Your dog just had surgery, stepped on broken glass, caught her tail in a door, has a puncture wound, got bit or scratched, tangled...
Hot Spots
Excerpted from Holistic Remedies by CJ Puotinen et al.
Your dog has a weeping, oozing wound on her leg or a yucky red blob on...
The Benefits of Fennel Seed
Kitchen herbs may seem lackluster without trendy, exotic sounding names but some of the most useful and safest herbs for animals are stored in...
Herbal Treatments for Canine Arthritis
Plants provide vital natural sources of vitamins, minerals, and trace elements that many of today’s commercial diets just don’t provide, what with poor-quality and...
Dog Got Skunked?
Excerpted from Healthy Skin and Coat by Nancy Kerns et al.
One of my friends posted on Facebook the other day, “What works best for...
Why It’s So Important To Dilute
According to Oquendo, one of the biggest mistakes people make when bathing their dog is “oversoaping.” Across the board, professional groomers stress that diluting...
Guess What? Everyone Sheds!
Breeds and individuals within every breed shed and regrow hair at varying rates. Dogs who live indoors, with little exposure to natural light or...
Harness Fitting and Use Tips
With certain styles, if you can’t get the harness to fit quite right, try putting it on upside down. (Doesn’t work with any of...
Avoid These Common Collar Dangers
Even the best collars have the potential to cause harm to your dog if not used wisely. Here are some tips and cautions for...
Understanding Dog Growling and Dog Language
By Pat Miller, CBCC-KA,CPDT-KA, CDBC
Growling is a valuable means of communication for a dog – something that dog owners should appreciate and respect rather...
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Have a Happy (and Safe) Halloween with Your Dog
Halloween can also traumatize dogs, or cause them to go missing (all those open doors and distracted door-answerers!). Here are some tips to make sure your Halloween is a safe and happy day for your dog.