Also called horse therapy, equine-assisted therapy, and equine-assisted psychotherapy, equine therapy is a form of experiential therapy that uses interaction between patients and horses to promote physical, occupational, and emotional growth. Equine therapy can be helpful for people suffering from a wide array of mental health disorders, such as anxiety, ADD, cerebral palsy, genetic syndromes … Read more
“Dogs can often sense thunderstorms before we hear the first strike. Thunderstorms can be a jolting experience for dogs that may cause them to hide or act erratic.” That’s from last week’s post about common canine phobias. Dogs that fear thunder may act in a panicked manner, here are some tips to help your dog … Read more
The idea of bringing your four-legged best friend to your favorite restaurant sounds like fun, doesn’t it? But wait… does your favorite restaurant allow dogs? Make sure you know where your dog is allowed to go eat with you prior to going. Sites like dogfriendly.com make this task easier, however, and many establishments with outdoor … Read more
If you love horses and you love reading, or you know someone else who does, you might want to check out the following books: 1) For a classic: Black Beautyby Anna Sewell is a story set in turn-of-the century London with a timeless message. 2) For a coming of age story: My Friend Flicka … Read more
There are a number of great books to choose from about humans and their canines. If you’re interested, check out the list below: 1) For a family story: Marley and Me by John Grogan is the story of a growing family with a crazy, lovable dog in the mix and causing trouble! 2) For a … Read more
Dogs can suffer from a wide range of fears and phobias, but here are some of the most common: Fear of Thunder– Dogs can often sense thunderstorms before we hear the first strike. Thunderstorms can be a jolting experience for dogs that may cause them to hide or act erratic. Fear of Fireworks (4th of … Read more
In the debate between dry and wet food for your dog, your dog will be the biggest advocate of wet food. It’s tastier and has more of a “meaty” flavor that your dog is very likely to love. However, as this is not the only factor, we’ll talk a little bit about the other points … Read more
Toxoplasmosis is a disease caused by a single cell parasite named Toxoplasma gondii. One of the most prevalent parasite-borne disease, toxoplasmosis has been found in almost all warm-blooded animals. However, the infection rarely causes any symptoms. Wild and domestic cats are the only definitive hosts for the parasite, which means that Toxoplasma gondii can only … Read more
First off what is cat grass? Cat grass is a feed grain (rye, barley or wheat) that is not poisonous to cats. This miracle grass can aid a cat’s digestive tract and assist with weight control. Why cat grass? Some cats like to nibble on household plants that may not be the most healthy for … Read more
There are many health problems that can cause behavioral changes in cats, so before self-diagnosing, you should consult your veterinarian to rule out any potential health issues. That said, if health issues have been ruled out, here are a few signs that may indicate depression in your cat: • Increased vocalization • Decrease or cessation … Read more