by Krista Lyons Everyone is familiar with the signs of an anxious dog. Panting, pacing, barking – all par for the course. But with cats, anxiety can be harder to spot. For a long time, I thought my cat Henri was just a jerk. He would tear up the carpet under any closed door (much…
Veterans Day is when we honor and thank veterans for their service and sacrifice. Our servicemen and women make sacrifices every day, and right beside them are military dogs. Military dogs serve around the world. Although you may have heard of military dogs, you might be surprised to learn these 3 facts about military dogs…
When you get your CBD pet products, you might have questions about the right dosage. After all of the research and all of the thought you put into making the right choice for your pet, it still may seem a little bit confusing. It is important to remember, that every pet is different, so…
Whether you are a groomer or you take your pet to the groomer, there is one thing everyone can agree on: the more calm the pet, the better. Even more important, keeping a pet’s coat healthy and treating skin issues during and after grooms can help the pet associate grooming appointments with feeling better. But,…
The holiday season is fast approaching, which means that you may be planning a road trip or flight with your dog. Traveling with pets can be difficult and stressful for you and your dog. But, with the proper preparation, you can safely travel with your dogs and have an enjoyable trip. Step 1: Prepare, prepare,…
Would you deliberately spray Roundup all over your bedding and clothes? Of course you wouldn’t – but you may be doing essentially the same thing to your dog if you use a commercial lawn care service. To many pet owners, having a thriving, beautiful front and back yard is essential to pet health and happiness.…
As a person who loves, trusts, and knows the benefits of holistic remedies, my kitchen is my pharmacy. No really, it is. I have long encouraged the use of turmeric for pets’ (and peoples’) inflammation, and have found that apple cider vinegar is fantastic for a variety of issues from infections and fleas to dandruff. Despite…
If you and your pooch have plans to travel, you might want to consider how she might respond to a long – or even a short – flight. Human beings often struggle with travel anxiety, so you can probably imagine how stressed an animal will become when she’s put in a carrier and made to…
If you are like me, your doorbell is your dog. But when people ring your actual doorbell, all hell breaks loose. Especially when you have young kids in the house, the dogs barking at someone ringing (or knocking) at the door can cause unnecessary stress, both for you and your dogs. Normally, this stress lasts…
If you have reservations about dosing your beloved pet with potentially toxic pharmaceuticals, then you may have done a bit of research on the medicinal benefits of CBD (Cannabidiol). However, for many responsible pet owners, the acid test is: is CBD recommended by veterinarians? The answer is yes, though they may not be able to…
Unless you are tapped into the holistic health realm, you may not have heard much about colloidal silver. Or, you may know about the uses of colloidal silver for people, but haven’t considered it as a treatment for your pet. Either way, this miracle treatment may seem shrouded in mystery, but it doesn’t have to…
There’s no doubt about it – dogs love to eat, and they’re usually not particular when it comes to their choice of cuisine. Because dogs are generally so eager to eat anything and everything in sight, when a dog starts to unexpectedly lose her appetite, it can be very concerning. However, there are numerous reasons…
If you live on the East Coast, chances are you have not heard of Valley Fever (VF). But, for members of our pack in the Southwest, VF is an all-too-common issue for dogs. Valley Fever, whose proper name is coccidioidomycosis,goes by several names, including: “California disease”, “Desert rheumatism”, and “San Joaquin Valley Fever”. Some sources…
When dogs become nervous or agitated, sometimes the causes of their excitement can be addressed directly – socializing the dogs; creating a safe and nurturing environment – but sometimes the causes of their stress can be unpredictable. For example, sudden, loud noises like thunder or fireworks can make a dog extremely nervous, since they are…
Dogs and young kids are alike in many ways. They both fill your heart to the point where you think it might burst, they both make loud noises at inconvenient times, and they both get ear infections a LOT. Your dog’s ear infection can have a few different causes, and discerning the cause is important…
Arthritis in dogs can be a challenge to manage. Physical activity – even walking – can be extremely painful, and dogs who suffer from this condition may be reluctant to move at all for fear of experiencing severe discomfort. While arthritis can manifest itself in any part of a dog’s skeletal structure, it most frequently…
Essential oils have become popular ways of easing into holistic healing. But, as we fill our diffusers with our favorite blends and rub our favorite scents on our hands and spray our laundry, many are wondering how safe essential oils are for pets. Are all essential oils created equally? Although the bottles they come in…
For dogs, the occasional tummy trouble may not be anything to worry about, and could be due to something as simple as a mild stomach bug or eating something that doesn’t agree with them. (Although sudden and severe nausea accompanied by fatigue and signs of pain should immediately be addressed by a veterinarian.) If your…
As my youngest cat, Henri, trundled up to me one Saturday morning, sitting squarely on my chest as I read a book, I realized something: my cat might just be more fat than fluff. But, like most people with cats, I am unsure of his breed, so searching the deep corners of the internet for…
Blanche, a Shih Tzu, is a sweet, loving dog. Her fluffy face almost always looks like she is in deep, stoic thought — but behind those thoughtful eyes was once a mind filled with anxiety. You see, Blanche’s dad, Hernando Umana, is a Broadway actor. He loves spending time with Blanche, but sometimes he has…
Medical cannabis is a growing field, and an area still misunderstood by many. The Cheech and Chong stoner stereotype is still very pervasive, and can limit how open people are to the real health benefits of cannabis and hemp and products like Cannabidiol (CBD.) And those benefits don’t just apply to people; cannabis and hemp…
Dog parents want to keep their pups as healthy and happy as any other member of the family. We spend hundreds to thousands per year on vet bills, specialty food and whatever else they need so they can live their best lives too. Part of keeping your pets happy and healthy is to evaluate the…
“Oh yes I give my dog a tincture with full-spectrum 1100 mg CBD hemp oil with all of the cannabinoids and terpenes possible!” Did that sentence sound like a foreign language? It certainly did to me when I first started learning about CBD. I was constantly asking and Googling terms, and eventually I enrolled in…
When your dog enters their senior years, you may notice a change in their behaviors. It may be tough to spot at first, but if your senior dog is showing behavioral changes, it may be time to take them to the vet to find out if they have Canine Cognitive Dysfunction (CCD). CCD is also…
If you ever took anatomy and physiology, you probably learned about a whole host of systems that mammals have. These systems include the circulatory, respiratory, digestive, excretory, nervous and endocrine systems, as well as the immune, integumentary, skeletal, muscle and reproductive systems. These systems all work together to send signals throughout the body and to…
When it comes to holistic healing, we are often tempted to head to our nearest all-natural store to look for cure-alls. But, you may already have a key ingredient to give your pet a better life right inside of your spice cabinet: turmeric. You might know turmeric as the yellow color that gives curry its…
Hemp can be confusing. Deciding whether hemp CBD oil is right for your family and your pets can be a big decision, but it can be hard to know where to start — especially with misinformation flooding the internet. To help you start your search for the right CBD oil for pets, check out the…
Your dog is receptive to your general moods and emotions. If you have ever been anxious, nervous, or upset, you may have noticed that your dog mirrors those emotions. No, it is not all in your head. When you are stressed, Fido is stressed, too. That is because even though your dog might get into…
Hemp oil for dogs is becoming increasingly popular among holistic veterinarians and pet owners seeking alternative, all-natural solutions for common pet health concerns. Though cannabidiol (CBD) has been gaining acceptance as a legitimate medical treatment for humans for the past decade, medical researchers are now discovering numerous health-enhancing benefits for pets, too. Here are five…
CBD oil is a new and growing industry. While this is an exciting time for the pioneers of the market, this can also be a scary time to be a consumer. The FDA has only recently approved a product with CBD oil, but that product is intended for human use for people with a rare…
Hurricane season in the Atlantic begins on June 1 and ends on November 30. This year, the tropics have produced a few surprising storms. Having a hurricane preparedness plan for your pet is vital. As they say: prepare for the worst, hope for the best. I live in the Tampa area of Florida, and last…
Any time you have gotten a sunburn, you have probably turned to aloe for relief. But for many dog lovers and pet parents, aloe as an ingredient raises a red flag. There are a lot of misconceptions about this useful succulent. For example, there are parts of aloe that get a bad rap but that…
It was a typical Florida afternoon — typical for the lightning capital of the world. The rain was pouring and flashes of lightning lit up the darkened afternoon sky. My dogs have never been particularly fearful, and thunderstorms were a normal occurrence in our central Florida home. Everything was going fine, until suddenly, it wasn’t.…
By Angela Ardolino When it comes to CBD oil for dogs, it is easy to be confused. There is a lot of misinformation floating around the web about hemp oil for your pets, and it can be daunting to understand what is fact and what is fiction. You might have heard the terms hemp, cannabis,…
What you put into your body directly impacts what you get out of it. If you eat fast food, you will not feel your best and your health will suffer. The same goes for your pets. The food that you feed them directly impacts their health and well-being. Unfortunately, some of the most “trusted” dog…
This week, when the fireworks are lighting up the sky to celebrate Independence Day, you may find your pets running for cover, or worse, running away. For many dogs, July 4 (and the following week as neighbors continue to light fireworks) can be nerve wracking and exhausting, leading to increased tremors and barking as their…
Natural medicines and essential oils are very popular these days and, believe it or not, your pets can benefit from some of the same all-natural supplements as humans do. All-natural Hemp CBD oil for dogs is one of the latest methods pet owners are using to help treat or prevent numerous pet ailments. Cannabidiol (CBD)…
As we change our calendars from June, to July, and later to August, the heat can become unbearable. Staying hydrated and cool during the summer can be a struggle– and that is just as a (relatively) fur-free human! For man’s best friend, however, the summer can be even harder. Unlike humans, dogs don’t sweat, so…
Many families invest a lot of time and money on adopting a “hypoallergenic” dog, or a dog that doesn’t shed like a Labradoodle, Goldendoodle, or Shih Tzu. In doing so, instead of shedding they’ve now committed to weekly brushings and monthly trips to the groomer. Grooming these dogs start at $50 and go up to…
After researching the toxicity of commercial flea, tick and heart worm medications, I decided to poll my Facebook friends on what they used. Most shared that they did what vets suggest but would much rather find a natural alternative to these expensive and toxic preventatives that have been shown to cause all kinds serious health…
Let food heal them. A pet grooming and boarding facility like Beautify the Beast sees a fair share of furry friends every day and often times the ailments they suffer. Recently, we’ve seen many dogs with allergy symptoms like yeast infections, swollen paw pads, rashes, and runny eyes. After years of research and speaking with…
We all know that we probably should not give our pets table scraps, and we definitely shouldn’t let them eat any chocolate. But, hiding inside some “dog-safe” products are harmful chemicals that sneak by unnoticed. If you prefer your family to go au-natural, make sure to watch for these commonly found chemicals in your pet…