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10/18/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Natural options that can cure kidney failure in dogs

Dogs are indeed wonderful creatures, but they’re also prone to some severe (and potentially life-threatening) diseases. An example of that is chronic kidney disease, which affects at least 9 out of 1,000 dogs. Older dogs are usually more prone to having kidney disease, but it can still develop in relatively younger dogs. For the most […]

10/13/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Good for pets, too: Herbal treatment made from ferns can treat kidney stones in pets

It’s not just people who benefit from herbal medicine: Pets could use it as well, to great effect, according to a study published in the American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences. In his paper, Sri Murwani of Brawijaya University in Indonesia suggests using the water clover (Marsilea crenata) — a type of fern native to Southeast Asia — to prevent […]

10/05/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Water clover improves kidney function in pets with urolithiasis

The water clover (Marsilea crenata), a species of fern found in Southeast Asia, could improve the kidney function of pet animals with urolithiasis, according to a study in American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences. In the paper, Sri Murwani of Brawijaya University in Indonesia looked at the diuretic, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties of M. crenata, and whether it can […]

09/27/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Does your dog have kidney stones? Study finds that false pepperwort leaves can help

It’s not just you who’s at risk of kidney stones – your pets are, too. Both cats and dogs can develop the condition, which leads to a difficulty in urination and other potentially harmful complications. Thankfully, the extracts of false pepperwort (Marsilea crenata) can provide relief, according to a study published in the American Journal […]

08/30/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Intriguing study links physical contact with gut health – you share a similar microbiome as those you normally interact with

According to a study by researchers from the University of Oxford, there is “a direct link between physical contact and gut bacteria” in red-bellied lemurs. The scientists believe that their findings can be used to further research on human health and that the phenomenon is probably made possible “through ‘huddling’ behavior and touch.” Researchers from the […]

06/15/2018 / By Carol Anderson

Dogs that exercise need to consume more antioxidants for optimum health, but which diet formulations are the best?

Dogs are generally active creatures, which means their energy and strength get easily depleted. Good thing researchers found that additional antioxidants on dog diets can help them fight free radicals and avoid too much oxidative stress. To find out whether consuming more antioxidants has a positive effect on dogs, a team of researchers from the University […]

06/07/2018 / By Carol Anderson

Children raised in rural environments and surrounded by animals develop stronger immune systems

It’s said that being in rural areas has enormous benefits to our physical health. We’ve also been told that growing up in an environment where we’re exposed to animals and nature reduces the risk of developing asthma and some other diseases. A more recent study, however, found that growing up in a place close to nature […]

03/22/2018 / By Florence Garrington

The truth about pet cancer and the epidemic that no one talks about

Pets and humans have more in common than you think. They form strong bonds with other pets and humans. They have personal preferences when it comes to toys and food. They can appreciate the simple joy of doing nothing all day. And just like us, our pets can also get cancer. This isn’t just a terrifying […]

03/02/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Therapy dogs promote healing in the ICU through emotional well-being – proving effectiveness of non-pharmaceutical treatments

Experts from the the Johns Hopkins rehabilitation and ICU centers are calling for more nonpharmacological interventions in treating critically ill patients. They stress that previous thinking that “the right medication will improve a patient’s psychological status” is no longer valid and that interventions such as music therapy and relaxation training are far better in reducing […]

01/17/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Orangutans discovered to be herbal medicine geniuses who manufacture their own healing ointments using forest plants

When we want a natural cure, many of us look to traditional medicine. While the remedies used by ancient people across the world often prove to be valuable tools for healing, there might be one potential source of herbal medicine that we are overlooking: animals. Orangutans have been observed in the wild creating their own […]

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