Tagged With Natural & Holistic Care

Golden Retriever standing up and stretching its front legs out, with a relaxed, content expression

Why Do Dogs Stretch So Much? Exploring the Reasons

13 June 2024

Some of the many reasons dogs tend to stretch a lot are to help with muscle tension, to get their blood flowing, and to communicate how they're feeling through different types of stretches.

Labrador Retriever sniffing a pile of catnip leaves with a confused expression

Can Dogs Get High From Catnip? Here's Why the Effects Are Species-Specific

12 June 2024

Why catnip doesn't work on dogs the way it does on cats - the special biology that explains why each species reacts to the plant in its own way.

Labradoodle with a curly, hypoallergenic coat sniffing at a pile of dust and pet dander on a hardwood floor, with the owner's hands visible sweeping up the allergens

Home Remedies for a Dog That Won't Stop Sneezing: Effective Solutions

11 June 2024

Home treatments for dog sneezing, like humidifiers, saline drops, reducing allergens, and natural supplements for ongoing allergy relief.

Close-up of a Persian cat's concerned, wide-eyed expression after its whiskers have been trimmed

Why Cutting a Cat's Whiskers Is Harmful: The Risks and Consequences

11 June 2024

Cutting off a cat's whiskers can lead to disorientation and confusion because whiskers help cats understand the space around them and move through it.

A friendly-looking golden retriever with a thick, shiny coat lying on a carpeted floor, with its owner's hand gently resting on its abdomen

Does My Dog Have an Appendix? What It Does in Different Mammals

10 June 2024

The dog's appendix is actually useful, aiding in digestion and the immune system, which is very different from the human appendix.

Close-up of a Boston Terrier's red, irritated ear in a veterinary exam room

How to Soothe Itchy Dog Ears: Home Remedies and When to See a Vet

10 June 2024

Typical reasons, signs, and treatments for dog ear itching, covering everything from at-home solutions and medical help to ways to prevent ear issues in the future.

Detailed close-up of a domestic shorthair cat's face, highlighting the texture and placement of its whiskers

How Many Whiskers Do Cats Have? Exploring Feline Whisker Anatomy

9 June 2024

Cats have an average of 24 whiskers on their face, and these whiskers are highly sensitive and play a key role in a cat's ability to hunt, find their way around, and communicate with other cats. Trimming whiskers can lead to a cat becoming confused.

Black cat with bright green eyes sniffing a blue hydrangea bloom on a wooden surface

Can Cats Eat Hydrangeas? What Pet Parents Should Know

8 June 2024

Hydrangeas are usually non-toxic to cats, however, eating too many of the flowers can lead to an upset stomach.

Tabby cat with orange and black stripes sniffing a silvervine plant

Is Silvervine Safe for Cats? A Scientific Look

6 June 2024

Silvervine is a non-toxic, non-addictive plant that can give cats a similar high to catnip when used occasionally.

Close-up of a person gently petting a hairless cat with a contented expression

Do Hairless Cats Actually Help People With Cat Allergies? Exploring the Truth

5 June 2024

Sphynx cats, for example, are hairless and still make the main cat allergen Fel d 1, although it may be in smaller amounts than in cats with fur.

Realistic image of a Yorkshire Terrier with a long, flowing coat being brushed by an allergy-prone owner wearing a mask in a neat, organized home environment

Can People With Dog Allergies Have Yorkshire Terriers? What You Need to Know

5 June 2024

Yorkshire Terriers aren't completely hypoallergenic, but they may be a good choice for people with allergies if they are kept well-groomed.

Close-up portrait of a sleek, muscular Doberman Pinscher with a short, shiny black coat and cropped ears, looking directly at the camera with an alert, intelligent expression

Do Dobermans Cause Allergies? The Truth About Allergies

5 June 2024

Dobermans are not hypoallergenic dogs, but there are ways for people with allergies to reduce their exposure to the breed's dander and other allergens.