An Overlooked & Underrated Fatty Acid for Pets
Omegas are phenomenal. But what you might not realize is the TYPE matters. Dig into the details to discover how omegas can benefit your pet, particularly a super underrated type of omega 6.
Polygonum– Brimming With Whole-Body Benefits For Your Pet
Polygonum is an herb that’s packed with benefits for your pet—even if it is tough to pronounce. It boosts the immune system, contains powerful antioxidants, and helps your pet with skin and coat health. Keep reading to learn more about this superb herb for dogs and cats.
7 Foods Healthy Dogs Eat
Health starts with what’s in the bowl — and that means real, whole food. But it also means taking it a step beyond food. When you add targeted nutrients — from antioxidants to probiotics to herbs — you give your dog the tools to truly thrive. Find out what’s missing from your dog’s bowl!
Why Food Is Only The Start
You know that your pet’s health starts with you, and that includes what goes in the bowl. What you may not know is that whatever you’re feeding –whether it’s a DIY balanced raw diet, a complete & balanced kibble, or somewhere in between– food is just the beginning. Food is your foundation, but it is the […]
5 Things Linked to a Long Life for Dogs
Every dog-obsessed person wants their dog to stay a puppy, to raise a forever dog.
What if all that took was learning a few new habits? Because there are 5 simple things that can make your dog live longer.
5 Mandatory Supplements for Dogs Eating Kibble
Why is supplementing important? When do I start? How do I even know it’s working? All valid questions! Let’s start with why it’s important to supplement using this entirely made-up but altogether likely story of a dog fed a lifetime of kibble. That kibble-fed dog missed out on a number of nutrients that were crucial […]
EPA and DHA
Dr. Bessent Talks Skin & Coat Health Why We Use What We Use Salmon oil is a great source of Omega 3 fatty acids but it has its drawbacks. Because it’s higher on the food chain, harmful toxins can be far more concentrated in a salmon’s body due to a process called biomagnification (you can […]
Is my cat dehydrated?
Your kitty may be 100% sass, but physically she’s 80% water (or she should be). Cats are especially prone to dehydration, which happens when their percentage of water drops below normal levels. Though its much more obvious when a dog may need water because of panting, cats don’t always wear their thirst levels on their […]
Holistic Medicine: Proactive vs. Reactive Care
Happy National Holistic Pet Day! The difference between holistic medicine and traditional medicine is really the difference between proactive care and reactive care (and its really up to the preference of the patient to decide which route to take). Traditional Care (Reactive) Traditional medicine is focused on dealing with issues as they arise. It takes […]
Our Top 3 Picks for Dogs
So you saw our top three for cats, but you don’t really care because you have a dog. Well, calm down now because we have our top three picks for dogs comin’ right up! Here are the three supplements we think are best for the pooch just starting out with Herbsmith: Microflora Plus Sound Dog […]