Healthy Pet Coach

27/09/2023

I don’t know about you, but I not only don’t apologize for saying these things…I shout them from the rooftops! ❤️🐾

20/06/2023

July 4th can be very frightening for pets. Here are some tips on keeping them safe, happy, and stress-free

July 4th may be fun for people, but for pets – not so much. The booms and explosions of fireworks and neighborhood festivities can cause even normally calm cats, dogs, and other loved pets to feel anxious, stressed, and traumatized. Think about this - according to a recent study of 13,715 pet dogs...

09/06/2023

The more you know. As with people, what is complete and balanced can differ between pets. Lifestyle plays a major role.

And refuses to do anything about.

09/05/2023

Summer travel is right around the corner - here are some tips on making road trips safe and happy for your pet(s) and you!

According to Travel Agent Central, 85 percent of Americans are planning to travel this summer, with nearly four in five travelers planning on taking road trips. Just how many will be taking their pets along? Hilton recently shared survey results showing that 55 percent of American pet parents plan t...

02/05/2023

This is yet another reason why it is so important to avoid kibble and feed pets a bio-appropriate, fresh food diet.

Tragically, more than 350 cats died in 2021 from a group of blood-related deficiencies, and investigators are just now releasing their findings. It appears a certain ingredient in cat food was to blame, but this isn't a new problem. The issue still exists especially in this popular type of cat food.

16/04/2023

Do you know the difference between by-product and co-product? Are either good for your pet (hint: no)? Do you know why brewer's yeast is in pet food and why it shouldn't be? Why nutritional yeast is excellent for pets and people? Learn more here!!

It's a fact: The ultraprocessed pet food industry uses human food waste, aka by-products, in pet food, including ingredients that failed inspection and others that aren't fit for consumption by humans or animals. Here's how industry is working to reshape your perception of these 'leftovers.'

14/04/2023

Here is some information on pest control that every pet parent should read. And keep in mind that there are some excellent chemical-free flea & tick preventatives out there, like Wondercide.com.

If you are using these popular flea and tick preventives on your pet, be aware of this warning from the US FDA that still remains. Researchers have found the serious adverse events from these products to be much higher that previously reported.

16/03/2023

Coconut oil is beneficial for many pets - learn more here!!

Coconut oil is a medium-chain triglyceride (MCT). MCTs are fats that metabolize differently than long or short-chain triglycerides. They are broken down in the liver rather than in the stomach and small intestine. MCT coconut oil can be used as an instant energy source or turned into ketones. This f...

12/03/2023

Spring is right around the corner - pets can experience seasonal allergies, changes in their fur, and more!

As the cold winter begins to subside, the promise of warmer days, gentle breezes, lush landscapes, and the brilliant hues of flowers in bloom are all very much welcomed. For pets, the new season can mean longer walks, more playtime outside, and a whole new world of scents and scenery to explore. It....

21/02/2023

Green beans are a nutritional powerhouse for your dog. Add to homemade food, or serve as a crunchy treat!

Whether you call them green beans or string beans or even snap beans, this delicious vegetable is a nutritional powerhouse. Rich in vitamins and minerals, green beans are my number one recommended vegetable for clients wishing to make homemade food for dogs. Benefits include: · Vitamin C – suppor...

14/02/2023

Enjoy sweet kisses from your pet? Here are some tips on how to keep their teeth and whole mouth healthy. Happy Valentine's Day!

Did you know that oral health is important for overall health? This is true for us humans and our pets. The sad fact is that by the age of three, nearly all dogs and cats show evidence of periodontal issues. That is why the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) established February as Natio...

07/02/2023

Like catnip, silver vine gives cats a euphoric feel, but it is more potent and more cats respond to it. Learn more here!!

Learn about silver vine for cats. More potent than catnip, cats respond with happiness, playfulness, and more.

03/01/2023

Let's all start 2023 with a commitment to walking our pets!!

Walk Your Dog Month is a great time to discover and practice the benefits of walking your pet.

27/12/2022

Green cabbage is a vitamin powerhouse for your pets (and you!)

Learn how green cabbage can be a beneficial food for cats and dogs.

16/12/2022

Excited to share this!!

Today we’d like to introduce you to Jodi Ziskin. Hi Jodi, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today? In 2005, my soulcat Kayla turned 15 and her health began to […]