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Smart Devices for Pets: Integrating Technology Into Daily Routines

Sep 30, 2025 09:22AM ● By Dr. Ruth Roberts, DVM, CVA, CVH, CVFT, NAN

Pet tech—from GPS collars to health trackers—offers helpful insights and safety features, but works best when paired with observation and vet care.

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A House Full of Paws

Aug 30, 2025 06:45AM

My Life as a Dog Foster (And Why You Should Try It, Too)

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Guide to Canine Hormonal Balance: Strategies To Overcome Spay-Neuter Syndrome

Aug 29, 2025 09:22AM ● By Dr. Ruth Roberts, DVM, CVA, CVH, CVFT, NAN

Early spaying or neutering may disrupt canine hormone health; natural diets, herbs, and glandular support can help restore balance.

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Understanding Cat Supplements: Tips for Safe and Fruitful Nutritional Support

Jul 31, 2025 09:22AM ● By Ruth Roberts, DVM, CVA, CVH, CVFT, NAN

As feline wellness gains traction, experts highlight the role of targeted, vet-approved supplements in supporting cats' immunity, emotional health, and longevity.

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Rituals of Remembrance: Holistic Ways to Celebrate a Pet’s Life

Jun 30, 2025 06:30PM

Losing a beloved pet is a deeply emotional experience—one that often leaves a silent ache in the heart and home. For many of us, our pets are not just animals; they are family, companions and sources of unconditional love. When they pass, honoring their life through meaningful rituals can offer comfort, closure and a sacred space for healing.

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Alleviating Arthritis in Dogs: Joint Health Begins in the Gut

Jun 30, 2025 09:22AM ● By Ruth Roberts, DVM, CVA, CVH, CVFT, NAN

Gut health may hold the key to easing canine arthritis, with research linking digestive inflammation to joint pain and highlighting benefits of whole foods over processed diets.

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Feathered Friends: The Care and Feeding of Pet Birds

May 30, 2025 09:22AM ● By Ruth Roberts, DVM, CVA, CVH, CVFT, NAN

Pet birds thrive with fresh produce, environmental enrichment and informed care—demanding attention to diet, stimulation, social needs and the avoidance of common toxins.

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Canine Appetite Loss: How to Get Older Dogs Eating Again

Apr 30, 2025 09:22AM ● By Ruth Roberts, DVM, CVA, CVH, CVFT, NAN

Find expert tips to address appetite loss in senior dogs, promote health through nutrition, and improve their quality of life.

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Treating Urinary Infections in Cats: How Diet, Hydration and Supplements Can Help

Mar 31, 2025 09:22AM ● By Ruth Roberts, DVM, CVA, CVH, CVFT, NAN

Nutrient-dense, moisture-rich diets and holistic care help support feline urinary health and reduce the risk of infections.

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Canine Gut Health: Protecting a Dog’s Microbiome

Feb 28, 2025 09:22AM ● By Ruth Roberts, DVM, CVA, CVH, CVFT, NAN

Diet and gut health play an important role in a dog’s digestion, mood and overall well-being.

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