As a holistic veterinarian, I’m often asked: “Why coconut oil—aren’t cats obligate carnivores?” Fair question. Short answer: We don’t use coconut oil as a source of essential fatty acids (EFAs). We use small, measured amounts of coconut‐derived medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) for very specific,...

What Is Canine Cognitive Dysfunction (CCD)? A Dog’s Version of Alzheimer’s Because CCD in dogs is so similar to Alzheimer’s disease, studying one can inform our understanding of the other. The overlaps are truly remarkable. In terms of symptoms, an older dog with advanced cognitive dysfunction ca...

As a holistic veterinarian, I’m often asked whether cats have their own version of Alzheimer's. The short answer: yes—and the science is catching up in remarkable ways. A new cross-species analysis using advanced MRI shows that cats and humans share strikingly similar brain-aging trajectories, in...

Fish oil supplements harvested from coldwater fish are one of the most popular options for cats – and for good reason. They are rich in omega-3 fatty acids (especially EPA and DHA) that play crucial roles in your cat’s well-being. Because our feline friends cannot produce enough of these omega-3s...

What Is a Premix Supplement for Homemade Cat Food—and Why Should You Care? You’ve chopped, blended, and mixed your way to what looks like a perfect bowl of homemade cat food. Fresh meat protein? Check. Leafy greens for antioxidants and fiber? Check. Maybe even a drizzle of fish oil for good measu...

We often worry about air pollution or toxins in the environment, but what if the pollution is already inside our homes, our bodies, and even our pets? Microplastics – tiny fragments shed from plastic products – have quietly infiltrated our food, water, and air. This means every day, you and your ...

Does your dog have a sudden red, oozing patch of skin driving them crazy with itching? In the heat of summer – August is Itchy Pet Awareness Month – canine hot spots tend to flare up more often, leaving dogs miserable and owners concerned. These hot spots (pyotraumatic dermatitis, acute moist der...

What are the key nutritional needs for a senior cat's diet? As our cats grow older, their needs evolve, and nutrition is the most critical way we can help them thrive in their senior years. Old age itself isn’t a disease, but it does bring changes in metabolism, digestion, and body condition that...

Introduction As our beloved dogs enter their senior years, their nutritional needs evolve—but many outdated diet myths persist. One of the most damaging? That older dogs should eat less protein to protect their kidneys. In truth, unless your dog has advanced kidney disease, restricting protein ca...

Key Highlights Ground turkey is a powerhouse of taurine, making it a vital component for your pet’s heart and eye health. Lean ground turkey is highly digestible and suitable for pets with specific nutritional needs. Rich in essential nutrients like selenium, zinc, and B vitamins, turkey helps ...

  Key Highlights Understanding kibble: Kibble, or dry dog food, is formulated to meet your dog's nutritional needs, but its processing raises concerns. High-heat extrusion effects: Extreme temperatures harm the quality of ingredients in kibble, altering its nutrient content and creating infla...

As summer heats up, so do the risks for our senior canine companions—especially those with breathing challenges. If your older dog is panting more, slowing down on walks, or sounding hoarse, it may be more than just aging. These could be early signs of laryngeal paralysis, a condition made even m...