When we were growing up, my mother always drilled into us the importance of washing fruits and vegetables. Whether it was to rinse off the dirt, or get rid of any...
Animal Wisdom
Think of your animal as your greatest connection to nature. This is some of the most important animal wisdom we’ve learned over the years.
How to Recognize the Signs of Dehydration in Dogs
There’s nothing quite like a large glass of water on a hot summer day. After a walk with the dogs, I can feel my body literally screaming at me for some water. Some days, if...
Should I Let My Dog Sniff on Walks?
Have you ever wondered, “should I let my dog sniff on walks”? It seems to be that, as a society, we’ve come to appreciate when a dog walks a certain way. And that “certain...
Wildfire Smoke and Pets: Impacts & Tips for Protection
A few weeks ago, as I started thinking about this blog from my home office in Ontario, Canada, about an hour north or Toronto, I looked out the window and saw grey skies....
Important Things to Consider When Fasting a Dog
Intermittent fasting seems to be a major trend in health and wellness these days. For a variety of reasons, people choose to fast. And scientifically it makes sense....
Making an Educated Choice on the Ethics and Un-sustainability of Seal Oil
In his total commitment to nonviolence, Gandhi always included the animals, stating, “The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals...
