Just as in humans, the heart of a pet is muscle consisting of four chambers. Valves separate the chambers preventing blood from flowing back. Blood is sent to the lungs where it receives more oxygen and then travels throughout the body. If dogs develop heart disease, it is usually in the valves, occasionally in the […]
Some dogs, their humans and groomers accept nail polishing as part of the grooming treatment. But how safe are the nail polishes that are used on our furry friends? Dr. Karen Becker on her blog “Healthy Pets” tells us that the California Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) recently sent 25 […]
Edibles from the sea for cats and dogs are not limited to fish. Sea veggies are rich in minerals and are easily digestible for pets. A sea veggie such as green algae contains iron and cesium which is capable of binding with carcinogenic substances and expelling them from your pet’s digestive tract. Blue-green algae are […]
