Slippery elm for dogs and cats
Slippery elm is an herb that helps ease digestive issues in dogs and cats, including diarrhea, constipation, and vomiting. Get safe usage tips, dosing guidelines, and veterinary advice. Digestive upsets in dogs and cats have many causes. If they’re persistent or recur often, it’s important to take your animal to the vet for a proper evaluation. For occasional short-term upsets, home remedies like slippery elm for dogs and cats can help relieve symptoms. Here’s what you should know about this herb and its benefits. What...
A Dissection of Why and How Dogs Protect Their Humans
Do you think guardian angels are for real? Do you know what’s undeniable? Guard dogs are real, and they mean business. Dogs have been loyal companions to humans for thousands of years. We have a time-tested link with dogs. Dogs have on numerous occasions put aside their survival instincts to save their human family. So, here are some intriguing questions: how do dogs perceive that their human is in danger, and how far will a specific dog go to protect his bipedal companion? How Dogs Sense Danger Dogs are incredibly good at reading...
Antimicrobial resistance in dogs and cats
Antimicrobial resistance is a growing threat to dogs and cats. Understand the risks, how it develops, and practical steps to protect your animal’s health Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in dogs and cats is an urgent and growing concern. It threatens the effectiveness of treatments for common infections. AMR occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites resist drugs designed to kill them, making illnesses harder to treat and increasing the risk of complications. Our dogs and cats can be affected just as humans are, especially...
9 Ways Dog Parents Confuse Their Dogs
As loving dog parents, we sometimes do things that confuse our furry friends without even knowing it. Effective dog communication depends on clarity and consistency. When we send mixed signals, it can stress them out and make training harder. Here are nine common ways dog parents accidentally confuse their dogs. 1. Being Inconsistent with Rules One day you let your dog on the couch, the next day you don’t. This flip-flopping confuses dogs who need clear, steady rules. Pick your house rules and stick to them every day. 2. Using Too Many...
Can cats suffer from separation anxiety?
Like dogs, some cats develop separation anxiety — especially those deeply bonded with their humans. Learn the signs, causes, and how to help your cat feel calm and secure when left alone. We most often associate separation anxiety with dogs. But can cats suffer from separation anxiety too? The answer is yes, and it’s especially true for kitties who have a very strong bond with their humans. Separation anxiety can also occur in cats who have never spent time alone for long periods. If you recognize the signs of separation...
A Fur Parent’s Guide to the Ultimate Adventure—Space Travel? Yes!
Space travel is getting a bit common. Well, not for the commoners yet. But while space travel with our furry friends might sound like science fiction, let’s imagine what it would take to keep our Fantastic Furs safe on the ultimate journey around Earth or to the Moon! Pre-Flight Health Checks Before any space adventure, your furry friends would need extensive health screenings. Just like human astronauts, dogs and cats would require perfect health to handle the stress of space travel. Your veterinarian would need to conduct thorough...
Nighttime dog walking safety tips
Stay safe during after-dark dog walks this fall with practical tips on visibility, gear, route planning, and avoiding nighttime hazards. If you’re like a lot of people, you often end up walking your dog early in the morning or late in the evening, when it’s dark or dusky. This is especially the case now that fall is here and the days are getting shorter. When visibility is low, you have to take your dog’s safety, and your own, into a little more consideration. Here are some nighttime dog walking safety tips to ensure...
Dogs and Cats and Daylight Saving
Twice a year, we adjust our clocks for daylight saving time. While we humans might feel a bit groggy for a few days, you might wonder if this time change affects your furry family members too. The answer is yes – dogs and cats can be impacted by daylight saving time changes. How Dogs and Cats Experience Time Changes Unlike humans who rely heavily on clocks, dogs and cats are guided by natural light patterns and established routines. Your furry companions have internal body clocks, called circadian rhythms, just like we do. These...
Can Pool Water Be Bad for Dogs?
Many dog parents wonder if it’s safe for their furry friends to take a dip in the pool. While swimming can be great exercise for dogs, pool water does come with some risks that every pet owner should understand. The Good News About Pool Water Most of the time, properly maintained pool water is safe for dogs. Once pool chemicals like chlorine are diluted in water, they usually won’t harm your pet if they drink small amounts while swimming. Many dogs enjoy splashing around in pools without any problems. When Pool Water Becomes...
Heal unwanted dog and cat behaviors with Emotional Freedom Technique
Get to the root of unwanted pet behaviors with animal communication and EFT! Does your dog or cat vocalize excessively? Resource guard? Destroy furniture? Often, unwanted behaviors stem from an underlying cause that must be addressed before the behavior will stop. With a combination of animal communication and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), you can discover and address the emotions at the root of the problem. Let’s explore EFT with the help of Joan Ranquet, one of the world’s leading animal communicators! Why we see unwanted...
