What Is Wild Yam Root Used For?
Wild yam root may benefit dogs suffering from incontinence. What is this herb and what is it used for? There are more than 600 species of wild yam. Many of us eat yams, similar to sweet potatoes, on Thanksgiving. However, most varieties are too bitter to eat, with only about 12 considered edible. Other common […]
Discover the Benefits of Digestive Enzymes for Dogs
Why Use Digestive Enzymes for Dogs? What do you really know about digestive enzymes for dogs? When you hear the term “gut health” in advertising, you’re bombarded with images of fad diets and protein powders. Probiotics, digestive enzymes, and the microbiome are the topic of much discussion lately, for good reason. They have positive effects […]
What You Should Know About Heartworms and Heartworm Disease
Testing for Heartworms Year after year, you take your pet to his yearly check-up with your regular veterinarian. Every year, your veterinarian recommends a blood test to check for heartworms. He also recommends that you buy heartworm preventative. But my dog seems fine! Why should I test for/prevent something I can’t even see? What are […]