Nancy Houser | July 31, 2009
There may always be a time when a pet owner will find their pet unconscious, not breathing, and with no pulse–a time when pet health becomes of immediate concern with very little time allowed. One of the first things a pet owner who practices natural therapy will do is use a fingernail, a needle, or [...]
Nancy Houser | July 30, 2009
With touch one of the most universal forms of healing therapies in the world, the simple act of laying on of the hands and the more artistic form of animal acupuncture has become increasingly popular with pet owners. Orthodox vets and pet healthcare practitioners are quickly becoming trained in the use of acupuncture and pets.
TYPES [...]
Nancy Houser | July 29, 2009
Nancy Houser | July 29, 2009
After the ancestor of modern dog breeds began and dog health began to be researched, a single genetic mutation was found in the evolution of short-legged breeds like dachshunds, corgis, or basset hounds. This gene has caused their stubby and curved legs—very distinct from the genes in the popular toy breeds like Chihuahuas or Shih [...]
Nancy Houser | July 28, 2009
For anyone who has struggled with the impossible rules and regulations of trying to get a 5-pound puppy or adult dog flown from one state to another with quality care at an affordable rate, the development of an airline which places pets ahead of humans is more than welcome. And a pet airline which is [...]
Nancy Houser | July 27, 2009
A special thank you to Audrey Loeffholz of Kearney NE for the animal emails!!!
Nancy Houser | July 24, 2009
When the Man waked up he said,
‘What is Wild Dog doing here?’
And the Woman said,
‘His name is not Wild Dog any more,
but the First Friend,
because he will be our friend
for always and always and always.’”
– Rudyard Kipling
The “For Paws Hospice” Website will be hosting the August 4th National Dog Blog Carnival. With a special [...]
Nancy Houser | July 21, 2009
A new research study done from Spain’s University of Córdoba (UCO) has shown that the aggressive nature of naturally aggressive breeds (Rottweiler, Pit Bull, Akita or Chows) is primarily dependent on owner-dependent factors. Published in the Journal of Animal and Veterinary Advances, the study results are in comparison to previous findings which have called for [...]
