An itchy pet is a miserable pet, with — I’m willing to bet — an equally miserable owner looking for answers. Along with the itching and scratching, even some of the most pampered pets may have dull, lifeless coats with red spots on the skin and patches of fur missing. Pet owners — earnestly… [Read More]
Treatment Alternatives For Cats and Dogs With Cancer
Treatment Alternatives For Cats and Dogs With Cancer If your precious pet has just received the dreaded “cancer” diagnosis, do not despair. No, it’s not great news, but it’s not a death sentence either. You do have options, and Dr. Selmer’s integrative approach helps your pet be as healthy as possible, even with cancer. Living… [Read More]
Ear Infections in Pets
Ear infections can become a chronic health condition for your pet. Owners can often tell when their pets have an ear infection because of the odor and debris in the ear. (The healthy ear should be free of debris and odor.) Dogs may also display head shaking or excessive scratching of the ear, making you very aware… [Read More]
Spring Into Action & Protect your pets!
Spring into action. Protect your pets! Ticks, fleas, heartworms, and intestinal parasites can threaten your pets all year long, not just when the weather gets warm. So protecting your pet from these dangerous parasites requires a year-round commitment! You may be able to see evidence of fleas, ticks, or internal parasites, but sometimes you can’t. Veterinary… [Read More]
Cheerios—Not So Cheery For Your Pets!
Using Cheerios as a convenient little snack for your pup? If so, keep reading! One common pet health problem is chronic urinary tract infections in dogs and cats. A contributing factor to chronic UTIS is feeding pets grains such as wheat, corn, oats, etc. A popular treat that many pet owners give their dogs is Cheerios. Those cute little… [Read More]
Holistic Alternatives for Liver Disease
Liver Disease in Pets Conventional Veterinary Perspective The liver is the main filtering system for the body since all blood supply travels through it to be detoxified. The liver performs many critical functions including: • metabolism of fats, protein and carbohydrates • filtering harmful substances from the blood (e.g. toxins and/or medications) • storage of… [Read More]
Holiday Reminder: Dangerous Foods Not To Feed Your Pet
During the holidays, it is very tempting to want to “treat” our pets to something special. Unfortunately, this can result in very serious consequences. Many small pets can be adversely affected from what might seem, is a tiny piece of food. To be on the safe side, it is best to avoid giving your pet anything… [Read More]
Pet Nutrition: Finding the ‘Best’ Pet Food for Your Cat or Dog
Finding the best, most nutritious food for your pet can be frustrating! With so many labels, ingredients and brands to research… how do you know which pet food is best and if it is the right food for your cat or dog? For starters, it is important to understand that what is “best” can vary from… [Read More]
Giardia and It’s Debilitating Effects on Your Pet’s Immune System
Does your pet love to drink water out of puddles? If so, you need to learn a bit more about a little parasite named “Giardia.” Giardia are parasites that live in the small intestine of dogs and cats. Giardia is not just found in rescue pets…..Many puppies and kittens from the very best breeders are often affected. … [Read More]
EPA Warning About Topical Flea Products
With the hot weather approaching, fleas are already a nuisance. Topical flea products can be a convenient fix, but they aren’t without risk. Here is the 2010 EPA Warning about Topical Flea Products. EPA Warning About Topical Flea Products The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has increased restrictions and cautioned consumers to use extra care… [Read More]
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