The health of dogs is well studied in veterinary medicine; but CBD oil may well be the best therapeutic advancement in veterinary medicine to come out in the last 50 years.
See below some of the more common canine diseases and how plant based therapy can provide support and potential relief for dogs with arthritis, allergies and lymphoma cancer.
Xylitol & Dogs: Consumer Alert Xylitol is a sugar substitute that is commonly used in many sugar-free products, including gum, candy, and baked goods. It has been marketed as a healthier alternative to sugar because it has fewer calories and does not cause the same blood sugar spikes. However, what many people do not know …
What is Ataxia in Dogs? Ataxia is a condition that affects the nervous system, causing incoordination. Specifically, Ataxia refers to a “lack of coordination or balance” that often occurs suddenly in a dog. It is usually a symptom of an underlying condition affecting your dog’s central nervous system (CNS). When a dog stumbles repeatedly, loses …
CBD Oil for Dogs Joint Pain Is your sweet senior pup slowing down? Do they seem stiff & sore after short walks, or reluctant to engage in a favorite physical activity? Most dog owners know the feeling of watching their precious pet getting older — wishing they could keep them around for longer. As their …
Cushing’s Disease in Dogs Natural Treatment Canine Cushing’s disease, also known as hyperadrenocorticism, is when the dog’s adrenal glands produce an excess of hormones–most notably, Cortisol. More often than not, older dogs suffer from Cushing’s Disease and the symptoms frequently mimic other pathologies. Left untreated, dogs with Cushing’s Disease can develop calcified skin bumps, obesity, …
What is Dog Dementia? Dementia in dogs, also known as Canine Cognitive Dysfunction (CCD) or ‘Dogzheimers’, is a cognitive disorder in dogs that causes similar symptoms to Alzheimer’s Disease in humans. CCD is a condition related to the aging of a dog’s brain, which leads to changes in behavior and primarily affects your dog’s memory, …
Heat Stroke in Dogs Drenched in sweat, feeling exhausted…these miserable, devastating hot times were once referred to by the ancient Romans as the ‘Dog-Days of Summer’. While we humans can manage our over-heated bodies with cool drinks & indoor air-conditioning, our hot furry friends have a much harder time finding relief from the sweltering heat. …