Category Archives: Dog Health

Dog Health is what this site is really all about. You’ll find other topics, but the focus is keeping your dog healthy, mainly by natural and holistic means.

Cushings Disease in Dogs

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Does Your Pet Suffer from Adrenal Imbalance or Cushing’s Disease? The adrenal glands are two small, triangular-shaped endocrine glands located on top of the kidneys. They are orange in color and covered in a connective tissue capsule that is hidden in a layer of fat. These glands are made up of two parts – the adrenal cortex (outside) and the adrenal… Read more »

Treat Dog Breathing Problems and Dog Cough Symptoms

Does Your Pet Suffer from Dog Cough Symptoms or Other Dog Breathing Problems? In the wild, animals instinctively seek out plants that will help to support health in various body systems. It therefore makes sense that as owners, we can help our domestic pets by making herbal and other natural supplements available to them. As part of a holistic approach… Read more »

Health Problems in Dalmations

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Dalmatians are easy to spot because of their spots! They are a beautiful dog breed, but they are also prone to some specific health concerns. If you are considering adopting a Dalmatian, you should be aware of certain signs so that you can be alert for any health issues concerning your future pet.

Discover How to Deal With Common Dog Health Problems

Dogs are one of the best animals to have around – it makes sense that the most popular pet people choose to have are this happy and furry breed. They’re not called man’s best friend for nothing. Because of their popularity, there are more studies done on dog health problems that can help pet owners understand and help these animals… Read more »

Natural Healing for Congestive Heart Failure in Dogs

Our dogs mean more to us than anything – save our own family of course. That is why when we learn about serious ailments that they may be suffering, we suffer alongside with them. One of the more worrying conditions is congestive heart failure in dogs. What exactly is canine congestive heart failure? This is a condition resulting from a… Read more »

Home Remedy for Puppy Parvo?

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Parvo is a deadly disease.  Do NOT attempt a home remedy for parvo if you don’t know exactly what you’re doing.  This article is about preventing parvo, as well as treating parvo, and its focus is on natural remedies (prevention and treatment).  Do NOT use ANY of this article as advice.  It is general information ONLY.  Please, click on the… Read more »

Vaccination Protocol

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Some vets, such as the eminent Dr Jean Dodds, who I have been fortunate to hear speak in person, actively spread the word that annual vaccinations are not required. But the vast majority of vets continue to advise pet owners that ongoing vaccinations are essential, even though the evidence is clearly to the contrary.

Annual Vaccinations – Are They Necessary?

You probably receive an annual reminder from your vet that your dog is due for his/her annual checkup and vaccinations. I do.

But annual vaccinations are NOT a necessity. In fact, all current veterinary protocols indicate that annual vaccinations are not required, and can in fact be harmful.