Dog & Cat Health Research
We’ve had questions about the fear of getting toxoplasmosis during pregnancy from a cat or from raw pet food. Below are considerations so you can make a decision based on information not fear.
These considerations cobble together different research papers, CDC, FDA info and holistic vet opinions.
To know if kibble is the right fit for your dog or cat, we explain how kibble is made and what the AAFCO is. We also look at all the nutrients needed in dog food and cat food and explain how heat affects nutrients. You can decide for yourself after reading if kibble is the right fit for you.
At some point, most companion animals are affected by skin disease, whether it be an ear infection, skin infection or a rash. And understandably, their guardians want to find a quick fix to stop the discomfort their animal is experiencing. Here’s a holistic vet’s explanation of all the different medications used for dog skin disease and the pros and cons on them.
If you haven’t already heard, the FDA warned the public in December of Vitamin D toxicity in several pet foods. In this blog we discuss how it affects dogs and cats as well as how to avoid your pet getting vitamin D toxicity.
Making decisions on what to feed our furred family has never been more complicated. With seemingly endless options, we are faced with the task of finding foods that nourish our companion animal’s individual needs without breaking the bank. As conscious consumers we have the power to create great change in our world by consciously choosing pet food. Here’s a vet’s perspective offering the following “Top 10” considerations to help guide you in choosing pet food.
“His only flaw is like most of furry companions, they do not live as long as we want.” Everyone deals with grief differently. Here are our tips on how to cope with the loss of a dog or a cat. We also provide tips for planning for what all pet parents dread… saying goodbye.
There is a lot of confusion about raw pet food diets. Here’s a holistic vet’s perspective on raw pet food diets and how to go about doing it right.
To understand the necessary building blocks in your pet food for optimal health, we need to start from the basics of the dog and cat’s biology. What nutrients do dogs and cats need from pet food? Here is pet food nutrition 101.
Should you get Pet Insurance or bank cash instead for your pet’s health? We review the best pet insurance in Canada and explain the insurance terms so you are not suckered into paying extra for things you don’t need or pay for insurance that is not going to be there to help your dog or cat.
Find the best flea treatment without being forced to use pesticides with serious side effects. We provide step-by-step tips for how to get rid of fleas naturally as well.