Healthy Pets, Healthy Lives !
About the author Dr. Peter Dobias, DVM is an Integrative veterinarian, nutritionist and creator of natural supplements for dogs and people. Helping you and your dog prevent disease, treat nutritional deficiencies, and enjoy happier, healthier, and longer lives together.
Canine Journal is pleased to present this exclusive interview with Kanguro Pet Insurance co-founders Nicholas Hanabergh and Andres Mishaan (conducted in 2024). Kanguro was founded out of our love for our pets, Oliver (Andres’ Lab) and Toby (Nick’s Brittany Spaniel), technology, and a desire to fill a gap in the U.S. insurance market. While initially focused on serving bilingual (English and Spanish-speaking) communities with very culturally specific trends, our goal…
As a pet parent, you want what’s best for your dog or puppy, but it’s also tempting to try to deal with their ailments at home when you can rather than make an unnecessary trip to the vet clinic. While veterinarians understand this, it’s important not to try any home remedies for your dog’s illness or injury without checking with them first. Many home remedies or treatments suggested by well-meaning…
A Year of Change: Celebrating Milestones in Canine Health and Wellness – Dr. Dobias Natural Healing Treating Hot Spots Naturally Learn the real reason why dogs suffer from hot spots and what you can do to avoid, help heal, and treat them. Read our guide. Holistic Wound Care & Common Mistakes We have long been told to leave scabs on our wounds to help heal – but did you know that…
For me, the festive period is all about spending cozy nights at home crafting and baking with my loved ones. Making tasty homemade food for the whole family is a joy of mine, including baking festive biscuits for dogs. Not only do they make great stocking fillers for Fido, but they also make sweet gifts for your friends and family with dogs. Plus, it doubles up as a fun activity…
Image credit: Krakenimages, Shutterstock It’s that happy time of year again. The temperatures are dropping, the leaves are turning gorgeous colors, and the holiday season is on the horizon. Right about now is the perfect time to snuggle up with your pup and watch a feel-good movie to get into the holiday spirit. Fortunately, there are plenty of holiday movies for dogs. So, why not grab a cup of hot…
Image credit: ThamKC, Shutterstock Poodles are one of those highly recognizable and widely beloved breeds. Feeding your sweet Poodle a healthy diet from day one helps prepare them for a long, healthy life. There’s a little more to keeping this breed on a healthy diet. Poodles can be prone to a few health issues that impact their diet, including food sensitivities, digestive concerns, and being very picky eaters. I get…
Image credit: Mariya Kuzema, Shutterstock The Corgi is a popular dog breed in America. But did you know that there is more than one type of Corgi? Whether you are the proud owner of a cute Corgi or soon to become one, you might wonder, “How long do Corgis live?” They live between 12 to 15 years, and many factors impact their health and lifespan. I explore everything you need…
The USAA (United Services Automobile Association) offers military members and their families insurance and banking products. Among its offerings are pet insurance policies administered by Embrace, a prominent company with more than two decades of experience in the pet insurance marketplace. So, is USAA pet insurance good or is it better to sign up with Embrace directly? Below is a snapshot of USAA’s pet insurance policies, but you can learn…
Image credit: Chay_Tee, Shutterstock According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), research shows that, in 2022, just over 23% of all adults in the U.S. were living with some form of mental illness. Other studies show that simply being around dogs can improve mental health in as little as 10 minutes. Therefore, it is no surprise that many people register their dogs or other pets as emotional support…