Archive for the ‘Education’ Category

Have you ever wondered why some cats have a tendency to develop illnesses or diseases more frequently than others?  Or why some cats live to be 20 years old when the average age may be around 15?  Genetics and environment can certainly play roles in these outcomes, but you can’t overlook the immune system.  Keeping […]

Using homeopathic remedies with my cats began out of necessity–I needed results–and fast!  When my journey into holistic health and alternative healing methods began many years ago I had never heard of homeopathy.  In fact, my very first experience in natural healing began with acupuncture.  Having an intense fear of needles, the decision to even […]

I’m almost embarrassed to admit this but years ago I used to follow whatever recommendations the vet made whenever we took our cats in for a visit.  This included re-vaccinations and topical flea treatments.  And my cats lived exclusively indoors!  So why didn’t I give this more thought at the time and ask questions?  Are […]

If your cats are like most, meal time is something they look forward to.  In fact, cats have an incredible sense of knowing their meal schedule and like to remind us, especially on the weekends.  At 6 am.  It’s as if they’re hardwired with the ability to tell time and don’t care if it’s Saturday […]

Potty problems Constipation in cats is no laughing matter.  In fact, they can be signs of a greater issue.  Recently we noticed Lili struggling more when trying to poop.  She was clearly uncomfortable, making little whining sounds while in the litter box.  There were several instances where she would try to poop and nothing would […]

Spring is here!  The signs are all around us:  trees blooming, warming weather, rain showers…and pollen everywhere!  This is the time of year when everyone is suffering from allergies, especially humans.  However, even cats can become sensitive to seasonal changes.  There are lots of ways to use a holistic approach to support cats with seasonal […]

Dry vs wet pet food:  does it really matter which one you feed your cat?  After all, as long as your cat gets a meal that’s what is important, right?  When manufacturers began making processed, dry pet food back in the late 1800s everything changed.  Up until then pets were fed table scraps and hunted […]

I’ve had countless conversations with so many people about their cats and dogs and health issues they are dealing with.  One of the questions I always ask is “What do you feed him/her?”  The answer I usually get goes something like this:  “I feed her ‘X’, which is a great brand and really good food.”  And they say it with total conviction!  More times than not their beloved brand is one that uses cheap, unhealthy, and species inappropriate ingredients.

Probiotics are no longer just another buzz-word.  Like omega 3s were years ago, their popularity continues to rise as we learn more about what makes them so beneficial.  These tiny microbes are proving to be the missing nutrients necessary for optimal health in both humans and pets.  Consequently, most veterinarians are now embracing their use […]

Do you ever stop to wonder why the universe keeps putting things in front of you over and over again?  Do you seem to see the same numbers, ads, article topics, or time of day?  Perhaps it’s hearing the same song or an animal crossing your path over and over.  That’s a message!  You would […]