The key to understanding why dogs are itchy is to consider the whole dog, not just the itchy skin. Treating an itchy dog topically with, often, highly toxic chemicals may give short term benefit. But it comes at a high price for your dog’s long term health.
The importance of the microbiome in dogs, or in anyone, cannot be over stressed. It’s the key to health, to
Once you understand how to prevent diseases in dogs, you’ll never worry or be fearful for your pup’s life
Many people worry about parasites in dogs. The veterinary industry paints a bleak, even dangerous, picture around
Learning how to support dogs with cancer can be a real eye opener. Why? Because it teaches you what the causes are. Once you
Ear itch and pain in dogs is common. The veterinary name for these conditions are otitis (meaning ear) external (outer), media (middle) and interna (inner). The externa is by far
It’s not uncommon for people to spend a ton of money at a vet and not get any meaningful results. When vets fail your dog, where do you go? What
Good gut health in dogs is declining. And really, it isn’t surprising when you consider what dogs have to put up with when they live with us. Most people are
Dogs are active and can easily injure themselves, especially when young or a sporting dog. Discover how to heal cruciate ligament injuries holistically, a serious and common orthopaedic problem.The common
When we commit to truly understanding dogs for who they are, then our lives have the potential to become richer, less stressful, easier and much less of a financial burden.
Preventing or healing a virus in dogs naturally is pretty simple as long as you follow natural laws. The high tech that is so prevalent these days, in detecting and
The best diet for dogs needs to feed more than your dog. The gut microbiome also needs feeding. What is a microbiome? It just means an environment. So the gut
What is pyoderma in dogs? It’s a fancy name, but all it means is that it is a really common skin disorder that dogs suffer with. It looks pimply, with
Low thyroid levels in dogs, otherwise known as hypothyroidism, is becoming increasingly common. There are a few common causes which need to be considered before any healing protocol is started.Hypothyroidism,
Discovering how to help a dog with congestive heart failure naturally will almost certainly extend their life span and improve their quality of life. It is likely to be a
Deciding what is the best pet insurance for dogs can take you down a rabbit hole. The insurance companies don’t easily compare their services, so it’s hard to compare value.What
Heart murmur in dogs is not an uncommon problem, as dogs do have a tendency towards heart related problems. A heart murmur is an extra heart sound or vibration that
A healthy dog is a naturally healthy dog. This means the whole of the dog is considered. Natural health is holistic health, or considering the whole patient. Mainstream vets consider
Flat faced dogs, also known as short snouted, short muzzled or brachycephalic dogs, include Chows, Pugs, Pekingese, Bulldogs, Shih-Tzus, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Lhasa Apso, Boston Terriers, Boxers and probably
Liver disease in dogs, as in humans, is becoming more common. To me, this means something that is being practised today, that wasn’t when liver disease was less common, is
Arthritis in dogs is not uncommon. In the past, it was a common occurrence as the dog aged, but now it occurs in young dogs, too. Clearly something is wrong
Renal failure in dogs can be a serious problem. It usually spells the death knoll, if you follow mainstream thinking. But it doesn’t have to. Organ failure is not necessarily
Dog epilepsy is very like epilepsy in people or other animals. To the onlooker, the symptoms can be highly distressing as they tend to be violent. The muscle spasms can
Whilst mainstream veterinarians will tell you there are no such effective choices as natural anti inflammatory options for dogs, or any other animal, this is not true. What is true
Symptoms of hypothyroidism in dogs is not dissimilar to that in anyone who has this problem. It shows a thyroid deficiency which may be caused by a dietary insufficiency or
Autoimmune diseases in dogs is, sadly, on the rise. Many die from it. The veterinary treatment of it is largely useless. In fact, vets really don’t understand this at all.
An itchy dog tends to mean there are a multitude of problems going on, which I will try to explain in this short article. Once you can appreciate what it
Natural pet food is complex. We don’t fully understand the complexities of food and its importance. But one thing is known by those who search for the truth; and that
Natural flea treatment for dogs starts, not in looking for the most potent yet natural flea killer. This only seeks to address the effect of the problem. Instead, the best
Overcoming common diseases in dogs is not difficult when you stop listening to outsiders and start listening to your dog and your heart. For too long, humanity has ignored individual
Have you ever come across dogs afraid of thunder? It’s not that uncommon. It’s not necessarily the noise itself that scares them, but rather the suddenness of the thunder. It
Dog health issues can be a source of concern. People worry about the health of their pets and spend time and money trying to avoid any problems. This is completely
There is a good market in grain free dog food, because people belief this is healthier than the food which contains grains. But in reality, most is no more healthy
Surgery for dogs is a booming trade. Some of it is necessary, but much of it isn’t. It is also very costly, and beyond the means of many people, leaving
Most people find an itching dog drives them crazy. This is in addition to the concern they have for the dog. An itchy dog is relentless in their activities and
Dogs with allergies are common. It wasn’t always like this. But with the ‘improvements’ in veterinary care and commercial dog food, allergies, and many other health problems, have exploded. To
Surgery for dogs can be dangerous. It doesn’t matter if the surgery is for sterilisation, to clean the teeth, for cataracts, for musculo skeletal problems or any other ‘essential’ surgery
Skin conditions in dogs, as in anyone, can be common. The modern world is highly toxic, with toxins in the air, the food, the water, the furnishings. It’s hard to
Canine influenza is generally not a stand alone problem. Symptoms similar to influenza in humans tend to accompany other complications according to the breed.For example Greyhounds and Great Danes tend
Bladder stones in dogs are common and can be painful. Just as in people, the passage of bladder and kidney stones is felt to be one of the most severe
Diarrhea in dogs can indicate many different health problems. It can be a short lived, acute problem, or it can be a long lasting chronic problem. No two dogs are
Pancreatitis in dogs is not unlike that in humans. It is an inflammation of the pancreas. It can occur in a mild form or a severe form. It is more
Flea control for dogs tends to reach its peak in summer time, when the problem is at its worst. Fleas can be highly irritating for your dog. And most people
Dog dental problems are common today. Inflammation of the mouth (gingivitis or stomatitis), broken teeth and tartar on the teeth are all problems dogs face today.Some commercial dog foods, especially
The natural dog is one in balance and at ease. They are emotionally equitable, in tune with their environment and family and are a delight to be with. They are
Canine arthritis is common. To some extent, you would expect it to be common as your dog ages. But it is now becoming common in much younger dogs. You might
In a system of health care that is more concerned about profit than health, dog vaccinations, as all vaccinations, are becoming a hot topic of conversation. I consider the airing
Keeping your canine’s teeth healthy is an incredibly important part of keeping your dog healthy overall. You will find there are all sorts of weird and wonderful ways to do