Dogs are wonderful companions, but just like humans, they can suffer from health problems. As a dog owner, it’s important to be aware of the most common health problems that can affect your furry friend and how to prevent them. Here are five common health problems in dogs and tips on how to prevent them.
The Importance of Regular Vet Checkups for Your Dog
As a dog owner, it’s important to understand the value of regular vet checkups for your furry friend. Just like humans, dogs require routine medical care to ensure they stay healthy and happy throughout their lives. Here are some reasons why regular vet checkups are so important for your dog: Early Detection of Health Issues… Continue reading The Importance of Regular Vet Checkups for Your Dog
What to Do When Your Dog is Showing Signs of Anxiety
Dogs are wonderful companions, but just like humans, they can experience anxiety from time to time. Anxiety in dogs can be caused by a variety of factors, including separation from their owner, changes in routine, or loud noises. If your dog is showing signs of anxiety, it’s important to take action to help them feel… Continue reading What to Do When Your Dog is Showing Signs of Anxiety
The Benefits of Regular Exercise for Your Dog’s Health
As a dog owner, it’s important to prioritize your furry friend’s health and wellbeing. One of the key ways to do this is by ensuring they get regular exercise. Exercise is essential for your dog’s physical and mental health and provides numerous benefits. Here are some of the top benefits of regular exercise for your… Continue reading The Benefits of Regular Exercise for Your Dog’s Health
How to Keep Your Dog’s Teeth Clean and Healthy
Just like humans, dogs can experience dental issues like gum disease, tooth decay, and bad breath. As a dog owner, it’s important to take steps to keep your furry friend’s teeth clean and healthy. Here are some tips on how to keep your dog’s teeth clean and healthy: Regular Brushing Regular brushing is one of… Continue reading How to Keep Your Dog’s Teeth Clean and Healthy
6 Foods to Keep Your Mind Young
Generally, what’s harmful to your heart also is also harmful to your brain. Make no mistake about it: While fried potato skins are busting your buttons, there’s also a portion that gets shuttled up through your arteries to your gray matter. Saturated fats, for example, clog arteries that lead to your brain, putting you at… Continue reading 6 Foods to Keep Your Mind Young
3 Ways to Maintain Focus as You Age
At age 84, Sister Madonna Buder (aka The Iron Nun), finished Ironman Canada. How’d she do it? Sister Iron says, “…all I was concentrating on [was] getting the job done.” Single-mindedness is essential for endurance athletes—and also for you, as you walk 10,000 steps a day to strengthen your body and mind without the… Continue reading 3 Ways to Maintain Focus as You Age
Is the Air in Your Home Polluted?
Ahhhh, home at last. Time to unwind, kick off your shoes and take a deep breath of . . . pollution? Yep. Indoor air—in homes and offices—can be more polluted than outdoor air. And the average home contains hundreds of sources of worrisome pollutants, from cleaning supplies to carpets. So how concerned should you be? Research… Continue reading Is the Air in Your Home Polluted?
3 ways generosity can improve your health
The power of giving is more powerful than you think. Ever get that warm, glowing feeling when you do something nice for someone? Giving gifts and spreading cheer during the holiday season — or just dropping off a surprise cup of coffee at a busy coworker’s desk — feels good. There’s good reason for that glow. Whether it’s the… Continue reading 3 ways generosity can improve your health
Are sleep disorders keeping your child — and family — up at night?
Awake all night. Sleepy all day. No fun for anyone. Everyone needs a good night’s sleep. Especially children ages 3 to 5 who should get 10 to 13 hours of sleep to stay healthy and alert. But what happens when issues like bedwetting, sleep terrors and sleepwalking get in the way? A pediatric sleep specialist… Continue reading Are sleep disorders keeping your child — and family — up at night?