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Guest post courtesy of Dr. Mark Newkirk Family of Veterinarians. The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the guest author and do not necessarily represent the views of Val Heart & Heart Communications Enterprises Inc. You know that oxygen is the molecule that makes all life possible. What you may not know is that activated oxygen turns from the molecule 0-2 (oxygen) to 0-3 (ozone). That’s what activated oxygen therapy is all about and why it’s important for people and pets. This third oxygen atom is very special because it does 2 important things in the body. First, it puts “extra” activated oxygen into diseased, cancerous, inflamed or infected tissue. Increased oxygen greatly boosts the body’s healing power! Consider the fact that all cellular energy, function and healing come directly from oxygen. You may remember your biology and chemistry classes, learning about the cell function of mitochondria […]
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Guest post. The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the guest author and do not necessarily represent the views of Val Heart & Heart Communications Enterprises Inc. Do you know the signs and symptoms of liver and kidney failure in dogs? Liver and kidney failure in dogs are both extremely common. Either can be fatal to your canine companion if left untreated. The liver is a filter for your pup’s digestive system. It metabolizes proteins, fats, and carbohydrates. It stores the vitamins, minerals, and nutrients your dog needs for a healthy body. The kidneys filter waste for your dog’s bloodstream. For top health, both organs must be working well. If you’re able to communicate with your pet, he or she will be able to tell you when their system isn’t functioning at its peak. via GIPHY It’s also a good idea to familiarize yourself with the […]
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Guest post courtesy of Karen Fernandes. The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the guest author and do not necessarily represent the views of Val Heart & Heart Communications Enterprises Inc. As soon as you bring a pet home they immediately become an important part of your family. You love them almost as much as your children and you would do anything for them. Most people are lucky because they get to spend many years looking after their pet, which makes their bond even stronger. Your think happily about your new addition, not worried about the far away eventuality of coping with the loss of a pet. But with no warning, your beloved pet can be taken away from you and it is is difficult, to be sure. You may feel like someone has ripped out your heart and kicked you in the stomach repeatedly. Getting over […]
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Cat hairballs are natural to felines, but they could spell disaster for your cat. Does your cat get hairballs? Of course they do. Every cat – even hairless cats, believe it or not – will acquire and produce hairballs or trichobezoars. via GIPHY They’re a natural part of a cat’s bodily functions, but they can pose a serious health risk if you don’t know the early signs of trouble. When you’re caring for your cats, it’s important to know about all the signals they send – the good news and the bad. If you’re able to communicate with your furry feline companion or have someone in your life who can, there will be less guessing and more knowing about their true state of being.  Otherwise, you could find yourself chasing your tail on expensive guesswork trying to figure out what’s going on! Here are some signs of cat hairballs to […]
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Helping Your Kid Through the Death of a Pet Coping with the death of a pet — and the mess of feelings that comes with it — is one of the tougher parts of growing up. These feelings can be hard for everybody in the family, but they’re especially tough for young children. Children see pets as close friends and extensions of the family unit, and they have a great deal of importance in their lives. The emotional stress and inability to deal with feelings associated with the death of a loved one are always important issues. Everyone experiences death differently and at different times, but most people usually progress through the five natural stages of grief made famous by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross: denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance. Helping someone deal with the death of a loving pet is not always easy, especially when that person is a young child. Children […]
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