http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 05:25:14 -0700 Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:14:12 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m11d19-Music-therapy-for-dogs-Turning-down-the-volume?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner Normal 0 0 1 354 2020 16 4 2480 11.1282 0 0 0 It’s a well-known fact that a dog’s hearing is far more acute than that of a human being. Your ... Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:14:12 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m11d19-Music-therapy-for-dogs-Turning-down-the-volume?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m11d7-Scoop-it-out-and-they-will-come-Finding-a-better-cat-litter?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner Normal 0 0 1 267 1524 12 3 1871 11.1282 0 0 0             Pregnant women are often advised not to ... Sat, 07 Nov 2009 16:27:53 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m11d7-Scoop-it-out-and-they-will-come-Finding-a-better-cat-litter?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m10d24-Kidney-failure-in--cats-A-complementary-approach?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner A diagnosis of Chronic Renal Failure in older cats is all too common. Kidney failure seems to strike cats more frequently than dogs, although they too can develop the disease. Pet owners usually do not become concerned about symptoms—we... Sat, 24 Oct 2009 09:51:51 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m10d24-Kidney-failure-in--cats-A-complementary-approach?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m10d14-New-York-Week-for-Animals-Bringing-people-and-pets-together?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner Insert photo caption or credit hereIt’s New York Week for Animals, and some compassionate souls are finding ways to help humans and pets connect. The SPCA “Golden Outreach” program sponsors pet therapy visits to the elderly and ill... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 22:00:21 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m10d14-New-York-Week-for-Animals-Bringing-people-and-pets-together?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m9d30-Psittacosis-Not-just-for-parrots?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner Insert photo caption or credit hereA recent article in the New Yorker Magazine describes an outbreak of parrot fever in the U.S.--not in recent years, you'll be happy to hear. However, psittacosis, or avian chlamydiosis, commonly known as "parr... Wed, 30 Sep 2009 21:19:36 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m9d30-Psittacosis-Not-just-for-parrots?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m9d17-Dr-Michael-Greger-speaks-on-veganismgood-for-humans-and-animals?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner Ap photoMuch has been written on this site about the importance of diet in maintaining your pet’s health, and most of it has been decidedly uncomplimentary to the commercial pet food industry. Many people who prefer the holistic route for pet ... Thu, 17 Sep 2009 17:43:45 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m9d17-Dr-Michael-Greger-speaks-on-veganismgood-for-humans-and-animals?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m9d2-Chronic-cough-Collapsing-trachea-in-dogs?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner photo by Mary Faith/Flick'r/Creative CommonsMany dog owners report an odd pattern of coughing and wheezing in their pets that is unrelated to viral or bacterial infection. The dog may demonstrate a coughing pattern around exercise, eating, or nervou... Wed, 02 Sep 2009 17:14:52 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m9d2-Chronic-cough-Collapsing-trachea-in-dogs?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m8d15-Treating-Lyme-Disease-in-pets?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner ITreating Lyme Disease in petsLyme disease is a serious and often debilitating illness transmitted to animals and humans by deer tick bite. Lyme, a bacterial infection, is also known as Borreliosis. The symptoms of this disease are so many and so va... Sat, 15 Aug 2009 15:59:38 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m8d15-Treating-Lyme-Disease-in-pets?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m7d28-Can-our-pets-catch-the-swine-flu?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner AP photoThis spring and summer have seen a near-panic over the H1N1 virus, commonly known as Swine Flu. People have been spotted throughout New York City wearing surgical masks against this airborne virus. Pet owners, naturally, want to know whether... Tue, 28 Jul 2009 12:31:33 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m7d28-Can-our-pets-catch-the-swine-flu?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m7d20-Manhattan-Rabies-Scare?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner AP photo/The Enquirer/Ernest ColemanLast month, the New York City Department of Health issued a veterinary alert for Manhattan pet owners. A rabid raccoon was picked up outside of Inwood Hill Park, at the northern tip of Manhattan. There have been f... Mon, 20 Jul 2009 13:24:44 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m7d20-Manhattan-Rabies-Scare?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m7d15-Pet-toy-safety-not-just-fun-and-games?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner Time to recall this little toxic monster? Most of us purchase toys for our pets, understanding that our companions need stimulation, amusement, and exercise. We shop at boutiques or large pet supply stores, believing that if a product is on the... Wed, 15 Jul 2009 10:01:22 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m7d15-Pet-toy-safety-not-just-fun-and-games?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m7d5-Newmans-introduces-organic-pet-foods?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner AP photoNewman’s, best-known for their organic salad dressings, sauces, and snacks, has introduced a line of organic pet foods that seems likely to please both health-conscious humans and hungry pets. The formulas are based on free-range chic... Sun, 05 Jul 2009 13:50:51 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m7d5-Newmans-introduces-organic-pet-foods?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m6d29-Alternative-medicine-for-creatures-great-and-small?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner Arny Johanns/Flick'r/Icelandic HorseThe growing interest in holistic veterinary health care, whether for general wellness or the treatment of chronic disease, is likely to create a quiet revolution in the field. Just as millions of Americans explore... Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:09:41 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m6d29-Alternative-medicine-for-creatures-great-and-small?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m6d21-Pet-solution-Dental-cleaning-without-anesthesia?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner AP photoExperienced pet owners know that proper dental care is essential to maintaining the health of a companion animal. That includes serving raw and crunchy foods and scheduling cleanings for your pet’s teeth by the time the animal reaches ... Sun, 21 Jun 2009 05:22:09 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m6d21-Pet-solution-Dental-cleaning-without-anesthesia?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m6d13-Get-your-pets-fatty-acids-here?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner AP  photo/The Spokesman-Review, Dan PelleI’ve written before about the benefits of adding omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids to your pet’s diet. Omega-3 is an essential fatty acid derived from fish oils, eicosapentaenoic acid,and docos... Sat, 13 Jun 2009 12:13:51 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m6d13-Get-your-pets-fatty-acids-here?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m6d5-New-Product-Line-for-Pet-Health?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner AP photoIf you take high-quality supplements to support your health, you’re probably familiar with the products manufactured by Thorne Research. We’ve been using them for some years because they’re hypoallergenic and free of binder... Fri, 05 Jun 2009 16:40:03 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m6d5-New-Product-Line-for-Pet-Health?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m5d29-Aggressive-pet-Try-a-natural-approach?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner AP photo/Jason ScottYears ago, before I began exploring naturopathy, our family took in a beautiful little Siamese cat. Unfortunately, Clara was a biter—she bit someone, family member or visitor, every day. After suggesting various behavioral ... Fri, 29 May 2009 17:48:23 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m5d29-Aggressive-pet-Try-a-natural-approach?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m5d22-A-homeopathic-approach-to-cancer-Heal-your-pet-without-chemo?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner   AP photo/ Luis Benavides Dog trained to find land mines I’ve written before about natural treatments for cancer in pets, yet an article a friend guided me to in Homeopathy Today on the subject compels me to reiterate an uncomfortable tru... Fri, 22 May 2009 09:53:12 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m5d22-A-homeopathic-approach-to-cancer-Heal-your-pet-without-chemo?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m5d13-Skin-relief-Natural-healing-for-dogs?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner Papillons at the Prague exhibition/AP Photo/Petr David JosekSpring has finally come to the Northeast, and dogs are romping through the park, nosing up delightful odors—and drenching themselves in pollens from grasses and trees. The less hardy ... Wed, 13 May 2009 09:13:55 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m5d13-Skin-relief-Natural-healing-for-dogs?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m5d9-Hightech-or-lowtech-sensible-care-for-your-pet?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner AP photoToday’s New York Times ran an article about the high costs associated with health care for pets. The writer offers some helpful information about New York State’s Animal Population Control Program, which provides low-cost spaying... Sat, 09 May 2009 11:01:37 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2079-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner~y2009m5d9-Hightech-or-lowtech-sensible-care-for-your-pet?cid=exrss-NY-Pets-Alternative-Health-Examiner