| Cat Wellness Coaching with Dr. Jean | Dr. Jean is now offering integrative health and wellness “cat coaching” by Zoom or phone. Dr. Jean is a feline veterinarian with more than 30 years of experience in holistic and … | 2024/09/17 | Holistic Pet Health, Holistic Pet Mall, Other Stuff, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2024-09-17 10:54:18 |
| The Ideal Diet for Cats | Everyone wants to know what the “ideal” diet for cats may be. Cats evolved as carnivores that eat other animals; and that because of this history, cats have more specific … | 2024/05/16 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2024-05-16 11:59:19 |
| Anti-Declawing Handbook for Cat Lovers | Good news! We are getting closer every day to stopping declawing! To help cat lovers and animal advocates understand the truth about declawing that so many veterinarians lie about, Dr. Jean … | 2024/04/29 | Cat Behavior, Declawing | 2024-04-29 10:58:07 |
| Holistic Health Consulting – Standard Process Products | In my first job out of veterinary school, I quickly learned how to use high-quality, whole-food nutritional supplements to help my patients. The company we used was Standard Process. (Read … | 2024/03/14 | Holistic Pet Health, Holistic Pet Mall, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2024-03-14 15:45:47 |
| Please Don’t Give Pets as Gifts | Updated 12/14/23 Giving is a wonderful thing, and we all have good intentions when shopping for our loved ones. You may have visions of one you love opening a beautiful … | 2023/11/29 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health, Important Info | 2023-11-29 11:00:53 |
| Natural Flea Control for Dogs & Cats | | 2023/09/17 | Holistic Pet Health | 2023-09-17 17:36:35 |
| What Cats Should Eat | How do you know which food is the best to feed your cat? The answer depends on many factors, including your cat’s age and health… as well as the your … | 2023/05/12 | Holistic Pet Mall, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2023-05-12 12:00:01 |
| Privacy Policy | The following policy applies to Little Big Cat, Inc. at www.littlebigcat.com. Little Big Cat is committed to protecting the privacy and security of its online visitors. We adhere to privacy … | 2020/05/17 | Important Info | 2020-05-17 10:00:17 |
| Grain-Free Dog (and Cat) Food, Taurine, and Heart Disease | FINAL UPDATE 12/27/22 The FDA has closed its investigation into this matter, saying there is “insufficient evidence” to establish a causal link between diet and DCM in dogs. They will … | 2018/08/03 | Dogs, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2018-08-03 11:51:38 |
| How to Use Moxxor Omega-3s | Moxxor is a marine-source Omega-3 supplement cold-pressed from New Zealand green-lipped mussels. It’s my favorite form of Omega-3s, in part because the capsules are tiny compared to fish oil and … | 2018/06/09 | Holistic Pet Health | 2018-06-09 04:57:49 |
| Science Proves that Raw Diet Beats Kibble | Thanks to our good friend Dr. Karen Becker over at Mercola.com for this excellent article! Story at-a-glance Big Pet Food wants you to believe your dog is no longer a … | 2018/05/26 | Other Stuff | 2018-05-26 06:02:52 |
| A Declawed Cat’s Story | Many, many thanks to our friend Barry for this saga. Unlike most pet parents and veterinarians, he was astute enough to truly see and understand what declawing has done to … | 2018/05/23 | Declawing | 2018-05-23 21:43:48 |
| “New” Declaw Technique Shot Down by Facts | In January 2018, the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association published a letter from Dr. Kerry Yoon of Hawaii, who claims to have invented a “new, painless” declaw procedure. … | 2018/03/16 | Cat Behavior, Declawing | 2018-03-16 10:02:41 |
| Sleeping with Pets | Many thanks to Kellen Smith at Tuck.com for allowing us to reprint this excellent article, which is one of many helpful insights. Many of us allow our pets to sleep … | 2018/01/31 | Cat Behavior, Dogs | 2018-01-31 12:09:46 |
| How to Travel with Your Cat (The Ultimate Guide) | UPDATED 7/23/19 Many people travel with their cat, as can be seen by the YouTube videos that depict people taking their cats on hikes, boat trips or bike rides. While … | 2017/12/26 | Cat Behavior | 2017-12-26 20:00:14 |
| Top 10 Cat Medical Conditions – And How to Prevent Them! | Veterinary Practice News publishes an annual “Top Medical Conditions in Cats,” based on insurance claims made to pet health insurance companies. For 2017, the list includes: 1. Bladder or urinary … | 2017/11/28 | Holistic Pet Health, Other Stuff | 2017-11-28 02:15:23 |
| Cats, According to Two Holistic Veterinarians | Recently Dr. Jean did an interview with her pal, Dr. Judy Morgan, on Dr. Judy’s radio program. They covered all sorts of cat topics, from nutrition to declawing. Listen here: … | 2017/11/03 | Holistic Pet Health | 2017-11-03 10:39:19 |
| Cat Feeding Myths | I admit, it really irks me when companies who know nothing about feline nutrition give bad advice to their customers. This is the case with Assisi Animal Health, which manufactures a … | 2017/08/31 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2017-08-31 10:50:25 |
| Vaccination Update | Recently I did an interview with Jenny of Floppycats.com on vaccines. We talked about the how, when and why, kittens, Ragdolls, titers, and whether and which vaccines are needed or … | 2017/07/12 | Holistic Pet Health | 2017-07-12 20:14:58 |
| Pet Insurance: Is It Worth It? | Great thanks to Lisa L. Richman for allowing us to reprint her newly updated analysis of pet insurance! Back in 2012, I read an op/ed piece in Wall Street’s MarketWatch written by contributing … | 2017/06/06 | Important Info | 2017-06-06 08:46:59 |
| The Most Important Supplement for Your Cat | The most important supplement I recommend for cats is Omega-3 fatty acids. They have deep and profound effects on every cell, organ, and tissue in your cat’s body. Omega-3s are … | 2017/04/17 | Holistic Pet Health | 2017-04-17 11:53:33 |
| Is Declawing Justified for Human Health Reasons? | Pro-declawing veterinarians are running out of excuses to keep on performing this damaging, unnecessary, multi-amputation surgery on cats. One of the last bastions is a seeming concern about human health. People who … | 2017/04/07 | Declawing, Human Health | 2017-04-07 14:49:35 |
| Dr. Becker’s Homemade Flea & Tick Repellent Spray | My good pal Dr. Karen Becker has homemade recipes for flea, tick, and mosquito repelling spray… you can mist them directly on the fur, or spritz it on your hands … | 2017/04/07 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health | 2017-04-07 10:57:31 |
| Lilies that Kill! | Lilies are beautiful, and lovely to see in the spring. They’re especially common now, as Easter approaches. BUT… Lilies are extremely dangerous for cats. If your cat goes outside and brushes … | 2017/04/06 | Holistic Pet Health, Important Info | 2017-04-06 15:15:19 |
| MOXXOR Omega-3s | With all the media attention, and 80 zillion products on store shelves, you’ve probably gotten the message about Omega-3 fatty acids. But did you know that they’re just as important … | 2017/03/15 | Holistic Pet Mall | 2017-03-15 10:18:49 |
| Indoor Air Pollution | This might surprise you: it’s very likely that the indoor air in your home is more polluted than the air outside! There are many factors, most of which are totally within … | 2017/02/21 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health | 2017-02-21 13:53:31 |
| Declawing and the Law | The barbaric procedure of cat declawing is under serious fire, as well it should be! After being banned in eight California cities by the end of 2009, there have been … | 2017/01/25 | Declawing | 2017-01-25 18:59:42 |
| Why Fish is Dangerous for Cats | By Jean Hofve, DVM; Updated 10/28/23 A lot of cats have learned to love fish, but it’s not a natural feline food; and it’s really not a good idea to feed it … | 2016/12/13 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2016-12-13 08:05:09 |
| Pets and Tobacco, Vape, and Marijuana Smoke | By Guest Author Chloe Bloom and Jean Hofve, DVM (Revised 6/3/20) For many years now, we have known how dangerous tobacco smoking is to health. The list of ways it … | 2016/10/20 | Dogs | 2016-10-20 23:27:22 |
| Rare Cats, Common Cats, and Declawing | There are some 38 feline species in the world, including the domestic cat. Many are rare, and some are so incredibly elusive they’re almost never seen and little is known about them. … | 2016/09/29 | Declawing | 2016-09-29 14:05:35 |
| Pet Food: Processed to Death? | Many thanks to Susan Thixton at TruthAboutPetFood.com for letting us reprint her excellent article here, which applies 100% to cat food as well as dog food. The multiple rounds of … | 2016/09/19 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2016-09-19 08:50:41 |
| Pets Age Faster Than People | Here’s a handy chart to compare pets’ vs. people’s ages: | 2016/08/25 | Fun Stuff | 2016-08-25 12:00:50 |
| Cat Vision & Eyesight: Common Myths Debunked | With many thanks to our special guest author, Amber Kingsley! Cats have been our companions for many thousands of years, dating back to the days of ancient Egypt where they were … | 2016/08/23 | Holistic Pet Health | 2016-08-23 13:06:56 |
| Paleo Dog | Paleo Dog: Give Your Best Friend a Long Life, Healthy Weight, and Freedom from Illness by Nurturing His Inner Wolf is the latest book by award-winning authors Jean Hofve, DVM … | 2016/07/02 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Mall | 2016-07-02 20:15:37 |
| Coconut Oil and Pets | Updated 5/17/20. Questions about coconut oil keep coming up, so I thought I’d explain in why I recommend not giving it to their cats and dogs. Humans have lived with coconut … | 2016/06/29 | Dogs, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2016-06-29 09:05:40 |
| Clean Teeth for Good Health | This is such an important subject! We’re proud to feature this guest post from our friend Lana Fraley Rich, Catsultant®, at www.Catsultant.com. Here is an important question for you: Do you know if … | 2016/05/21 | Holistic Pet Health | 2016-05-21 10:47:17 |
| Epigenetics | Jean Hofve, DVM; Revised 3/7/21 Epigenetics is the study of changes in the way genes are expressed that do not involve DNA. It turns out that DNA isn’t in charge the … | 2016/05/19 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health | 2016-05-19 10:00:52 |
| Toilet Training for Cats | Our good friend Jo Singer recently spotted an old idea being given a disturbing new life: toilet training a cat. And sorry, no… this is not a “how to” article, it’s about “why … | 2016/04/14 | Cat Behavior, Holistic Pet Health | 2016-04-14 11:46:25 |
| Pet Food Contaminants | Updated 3/23/18 As part of my duties as an AAFCO advisor and member of several Working Groups, I attend numerous webinars and teleconferences. In one group, the discussion centered around … | 2016/03/24 | Dogs, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2016-03-24 11:16:14 |
| Homeopathic First Aid: The Ten Best Remedies to Keep at Home | What is Homeopathy? Homeopathy is a system of medicine developed more than 200 years ago by German chemist Samuel Hahnemann. It is a form of “holistic” medicine, in that it takes … | 2016/03/04 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health | 2016-03-04 16:01:08 |
| FDA Finds Toxic Sludge Going Into Animal Food | Many thanks to our good friend Mollie Morrissette for her excellent reporting on this issue. This is one more reason for why it is so important to have consumer representatives at … | 2016/02/25 | Holistic Pet Health, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2016-02-25 14:39:55 |
| Euthanasia | So close to the holidays, this might seem an odd subject to bring up, but there’s a very good reason for it. When I was in practice, I noticed that … | 2015/12/17 | Cat Behavior, Holistic Pet Health, Important Info | 2015-12-17 01:28:40 |
| CatsWalk December 2015 | In this issue: Cats Aren’t Loners For millennia, cats have been considered “loners” and “aloof.” But it’s absolutely not true. Recent research shows that cats can be just as affectionate … | 2015/12/01 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2015-12-01 08:43:39 |
| Cats Aren’t Loners | For millennia, cats have been considered “loners” and “aloof.” But it’s absolutely not true. Recent research shows that cats can be just as affectionate and social as dogs; they just … | 2015/12/01 | Cat Behavior | 2015-12-01 08:00:49 |
| Holiday Safety for Cats and Dogs | The holidays can be a stressful and even dangerous time for our cats. Normal routines are upset, visitors come and go, and overly tempting smells may be coming from the … | 2015/11/30 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health | 2015-11-30 20:05:49 |
| Yucca | Updated 6/6/20 There have been a few myths about the desert plant Yucca schidigera floating around the internet. In particular, some are suggesting that yucca is not safe as a … | 2015/11/29 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2015-11-29 14:36:05 |
| Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Cats | Revised 6/6/20 It seems that more and more cats are being diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Because this condition is commonly misunderstood, and obtaining an exact diagnosis is difficult, … | 2015/11/15 | Holistic Pet Health, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2015-11-15 13:26:45 |
| When You SHOULD Induce Vomiting | We recently discussed when NOT to induce vomiting after your pet has eaten certain harmful items. Today we’ll look at common situations where you should induce vomiting (how-to instructions below). … | 2015/11/05 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health, Important Info | 2015-11-05 20:20:53 |
| Rabies Vaccine Reality Check | Thanks to my good friend Dr. Karen Becker at Mercola.com for this incredibly important article! By Dr. Becker I have some encouraging news to share about rabies vaccines, or more … | 2015/10/29 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health, Important Info | 2015-10-29 12:00:05 |
| Halloween Safety for Pets | Halloween is already upon us, so it’s time to remind folks how to keep all pets (most especially black cats!) safe at this time of year. Many thanks to Kimberly … | 2015/10/29 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health | 2015-10-29 09:56:52 |
| When NOT to Induce Vomiting | Cats and dogs can get into a lot of trouble! If they’ve eaten something they shouldn’t, the common advice is to induce vomiting by giving them syrup of ipecac or … | 2015/10/15 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health, Important Info | 2015-10-15 07:47:05 |
| The Difference in Cost of Veterinary Care | Today I’m posting an article written a few days ago by a colleague, Dr. Carolyn Karrh, who was sad and frustrated after a dog died after being spayed. The dog was … | 2015/10/04 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health | 2015-10-04 21:08:35 |
| Restful Sleep | Restful sleep is a topic that most of us don’t give enough attention to… unless it’s to fret about not getting enough of it! And hardly anyone thinks about sleep … | 2015/10/03 | Cat Behavior, Holistic Pet Health | 2015-10-03 10:10:04 |
| Cat Scratchers – What Do Cats Like? | Updated 6/3/20. Having the right cat scratching “implements” is critical in preventing claw damage to carpets and furniture. Now, scientific research provides insight into where and why cats scratch. Scratching … | 2015/09/25 | Cat Behavior, Declawing | 2015-09-25 10:41:38 |
| Cat Senses | Science has discovered what many cat-lovers have known for years… most cats depend more on their vision than on their sense of smell! I could have told you that when … | 2015/09/20 | Fun Stuff, Holistic Pet Health | 2015-09-20 05:56:24 |
| Preventive Care Perspectives | What do you think of when you consider “preventive care” for pets? It turns out that the answer depends on whether or not you’re a veterinarian. If you are a … | 2015/09/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2015-09-18 06:05:41 |
| The Woman-Cat Bond | You may have heard of the “human-animal bond,” but my colleague and friend Dr. Jane Bicks (who makes Life’s Abundance pet food) just posted a great summary of research on … | 2015/08/26 | Cat Behavior, Fun Stuff, Human Health | 2015-08-26 07:17:58 |
| The Complete Guide to Holistic Cat Care: An Illustrated Handbook | To order the book as an instantly downloadable electronic (PDF) file, just click on the “Add to Cart” button below. To order it in paperback from Amazon.com, The Complete Guide … | 2015/07/15 | Holistic Pet Mall | 2015-07-15 06:00:11 |
| Are Cats Really Domesticated? | There is an ongoing debate in the science community about cats. That is, are they fully domestic, or are they still essentially wild? The premise is that unlike dogs, who … | 2015/07/12 | Cat Behavior | 2015-07-12 17:46:28 |
| Catnip Fiends? | Here’s a gaggle of giggles to brighten up your day… some cats who’ve had a little too much of “the ‘nip”! https://www.distractify.com/catnip-junkies-1238334409.html | 2015/07/08 | Cat Behavior, Fun Stuff | 2015-07-08 15:08:04 |
| E-Cigarettes: Dangerous for Pets | http://www.vetstreet.com/our-pet-experts/a-warning-to-pet-owners-who-use-e-cigarettes?Wt.mc_id=facebook The ASPCA Poison Control Center says that electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) often contain high concentrations of nicotine, which is a dangerous poison for dogs and cats. Nicotine exposures are increasing, … | 2015/06/25 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health | 2015-06-25 07:40:38 |
| More Research on Declawing | Our good friend Jo Singer interviewed Dr. Kristen Doub, a veterinarian practicing in Utah and the director of The Paw Project’s Utah branch. Dr. Doub has been researching declawed cats by … | 2015/06/19 | Declawing | 2015-06-19 06:35:02 |
| Is Toxoplasma Making You Crazy? | The amoebic parasite Toxoplasma does NOT cause mental and behavioral abnormalities in humans. Multiple studies have debunked this persistent myth. (Sugden K, Moffitt TE, Pinto L, Poulton R, Williams BS, & Caspi … | 2015/06/17 | Holistic Pet Health, Human Health | 2015-06-17 22:29:25 |
| Pet Food Labels Don’t Match Ingredients (Part II) | by Jean Hofve, DVM For Part I, click here. Are pet food makers lying to you? Multiple studies reveal that manufacturers aren’t careful about handling their ingredients, and in some … | 2015/06/15 | Dogs, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2015-06-15 22:06:01 |
| Pet Food Labels Don’t Match Ingredients (Part I) | By Jean Hofve, DVM For Part II, click here. Warning! What you think you’re getting when you buy pet food probably isn’t what’s actually in the package! Pet food labels … | 2015/06/12 | Dogs, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2015-06-12 13:36:35 |
| Feline Hyperthyroidism | By Jean Hofve, DVM A serious disease called “feline hyperthyroidism” has risen to epidemic proportions since the first cases were diagnosed in 1979. It is a worldwide phenomenon, though worse … | 2015/04/04 | Holistic Pet Health | 2015-04-04 14:37:59 |
| Animal Communication | Many thanks to our guest author, animal communicator Kate Solisti! The art of listening to an animal and actually receiving something back from them is based on two things: (1) … | 2015/04/02 | Cat Behavior, Dogs, Holistic Pet Health | 2015-04-02 16:16:56 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter – Summer 2014 | In this issue: 1. News Bites Donate litter to cat shelters! Coconut oil is not for cats Fire safety for cats Studies show that Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) works More on the … | 2014/07/22 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2014-07-22 10:31:15 |
| Animal Pain | That idea that animals suffer pain that needs to be treated is, believe it or not, still not completely accepted by veterinarians. In fact, not so long ago, veterinarians deliberately withheld … | 2014/07/20 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health | 2014-07-20 14:07:03 |
| Paw Project Movie | If you haven’t seen this amazing movie (featuring our own Dr. Jean!)… It’s available on YouTube for just $1.99, as well as on Netflix if you’re a member! …Stream it … | 2014/06/07 | Declawing | 2014-06-07 10:17:38 |
| Catswalk Newsletter – Spring 2014 | In this issue: 1. News Bites GMO dangers Seeking humans who are allergic to cats Pet Cancer Awareness Month Feline fitness More on jerky treats Is Purina the best cat food? 2. … | 2014/05/27 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2014-05-27 10:17:24 |
| Flea and Tick Product Dangers | A big thank you to my dear friend Dr. Michael Fox (www.drfoxvet.net) for allowing me to reprint this urgent bulletin! BAYER’S NEW CAT, DOG, HOME & YARD INSECTICIDALS: WHAT IT … | 2014/03/18 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health | 2014-03-18 10:13:12 |
| Selecting a Good Commercial Pet Food | Updated March 2024 Holistic veterinarians agree that the very best diet for your animal companion is one that you make yourself. A homemade diet, carefully balanced nutritionally, and using raw … | 2014/02/18 | Dogs, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2014-02-18 13:27:02 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter – February 2014 | Sign up to have this newsletter delivered right to your email inbox! → In this issue: 1. News Bites February is Pet Dental Health Month! How People Choose Cat Food Recent Cat … | 2014/02/07 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2014-02-07 11:02:05 |
| Grape and Raisin Toxicity | Updated July 2021 Beginning in the 1990s, veterinarians began seeing dogs who developed acute kidney failure after eating grapes, raisins, or currants. The cause has been a total mystery for … | 2014/02/01 | Dogs | 2014-02-01 09:38:00 |
| Carrageenan: a Controversial Pet Food Additive | Jean Hofve, DVM; Revised 5/10/22 Carrageenan is a seaweed derivative that is commonly used as a food additive in a wide variety of products. There has been a lot of controversy … | 2014/01/30 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2014-01-30 10:39:07 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter – November 2014 | NOTE: This was reposted in January 2014 because the original was accidentally deleted in a fit of organizational zeal! – Editor In this issue: 1. News Bites Vacation Destinations for … | 2014/01/25 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2014-01-25 15:24:46 |
| Choosing an Omega-3 Oil for Your Pet | You may already know how important Omega-3 fatty acid supplementation is for dogs and cats. I consider it to be the #1 most important supplement you can give your pet. … | 2014/01/24 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2014-01-24 14:06:48 |
| 10 Reasons Why Dry Food Is Bad for Cats & Dogs | Updated 12/29/22 As a holistic veterinarian and animal advocate with more than 25 years of experience and thousands of hours of research under my belt, I’ve concluded that dry food … | 2013/12/20 | Dogs, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2013-12-20 10:12:03 |
| Inflammation and Health | Updated 6/30/19 Many feline diseases are caused by chronic inflammation. This is particularly true of the degenerative diseases of aging, such as arthritis, kidney disease, and even cancer. Such inflammation not … | 2013/12/06 | Holistic Pet Health | 2013-12-06 11:51:12 |
| Food Allergies in Cats | Cats often develop “food intolerances” or “food allergies” to ingredients found in commercial cat food. Currently, the most common allergies in cats are: chicken, dairy, fish, beef, lamb, and eggs. … | 2013/11/19 | Holistic Pet Health, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2013-11-19 15:16:18 |
| Homemade vs. Commercial Food for Cats and Dogs! | By Jean Hofve, DVM Preparing a home-made diet for one’s pets is a bit of a challenge. However, it is no more difficult than feeding one’s children a balanced and … | 2013/11/19 | Dogs, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2013-11-19 15:02:42 |
| Feline Obesity | By Jean Hofve, DVM Obesity is a serious problem for our feline friends; it affects more than half of American cats today. Many serious health problems can result from obesity, including arthritis, … | 2013/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2013-11-18 15:23:40 |
| Fiber Facts | By Dr. Jean Hofve Recently there has been renewed interest in fiber as a pet food ingredient. One pet food manufacturer published an article on the Internet condemning beet pulp … | 2013/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2013-11-18 15:22:34 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter – September 2013 | News Bites New Feline Vaccination Guidelines Traveling with Pets Paw Project Launches Colorado Campaign Finally – Tighter Regulations on Kitten and Puppy Mills Winter’s Coming – Are Your Pets Ready? … | 2013/09/05 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2013-09-05 08:12:28 |
| Catswalk Newsletter – August 2013 | In this issue: 1. News Bites Paw Project: The Movie! Vegan Diet Nearly Kills Kitten Obesity-Related Diseases in Cats Rhode Island Bans Declaw Requirement for Tenants Dolphin Rights 2. Science … | 2013/08/17 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2013-08-17 12:40:13 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter – July 2013 | In this issue: 1. News Bites: Fat cat prompts cruelty charges Iceland hunting whales for dog food Internet vet loses license over online advice Children die in hot cars–and so … | 2013/07/11 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2013-07-11 06:54:34 |
| Animal Wellness Magazine | by Jean Hofve, DVM Animal Wellness Magazine is the #1 integrative pet health and wellness publication. I’ve been writing for Animal Wellness for many years. It’s a wonderful resource that features the latest information … | 2013/07/09 | Holistic Pet Mall | 2013-07-09 15:50:02 |
| New Pet Food Standards – Finally? | The standards by which pet food are made are set by an organization called AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials). AAFCO provides model rules and standards that most states have … | 2013/06/15 | Dogs, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2013-06-15 12:46:49 |
| Declawing: A Rational Look | By Jean Hofve, DVM There are few feline issues as controversial as declawing. There is a great deal of myth and misinformation out there about it. If you are considering … | 2013/05/17 | Declawing | 2013-05-17 16:05:00 |
| College of Integrative Veterinary Therapies | by Jean Hofve, DVM Before last week, I had never heard of the College of Integrative Veterinary Therapies (CIVT). But I am tremendously excited about this organization, and I think a lot of our … | 2013/05/09 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health | 2013-05-09 10:09:24 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter – April 2013 | CatsWalk Newsletter April 2013 by Jean Hofve, DVM Library of Congress ISSN #1550-0764 Please note: This newsletter is emailed only to current subscribers through Get Response, but please feel free … | 2013/04/30 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2013-04-30 18:00:31 |
| PetMD claims soy is good for carnivores | On a PetMD.com blog, Dr. Jennifer Coates discusses how nutrition impacts the immune system. No argument here, of course what you, your cat, your dog, or your pet elephant eats … | 2013/04/24 | Dogs, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2013-04-24 14:11:51 |
| Declawing and Science | This summary presents the main arguments against a legal ban on declawing (of cats and other animals), and the documented, scientific facts about each one—as opposed to the opinions expressed … | 2013/04/24 | Declawing | 2013-04-24 10:00:53 |
| EFT in Practice: The Scary Hair Dryer | Many thanks to Maureen Cram of South Africa for allowing us to reprint this article. Here she explains in detail exactly how she helped her cat get over a serious … | 2013/03/11 | EFT (Tapping) | 2013-03-11 15:23:48 |
| Study Slams Raw Diets for Cats | A study in the Journal of Animal Sciences (J. Anim. Sci. 2013.91:225–237) claims that raw diets aren’t quite the cat’s meow. Researchers from the University of Illinois and an Omaha … | 2013/03/01 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2013-03-01 10:11:39 |
| Are Dogs Really Supposed to Eat Corn? | by Jean Hofve, DVM Purina was the first to trumpet the results of an letter in the journal Nature reporting an in-depth study of the genetics of dogs vs. wolves. … | 2013/02/26 | Dogs | 2013-02-26 23:18:36 |
| Funny Vet Stories | A couple of weeks ago, my pal Caroline Golon of Catster.com asked if I had any funny stories from my years as in clinical practice. Oh, yes indeed–and one in … | 2013/02/21 | Fun Stuff | 2013-02-21 09:54:59 |
| Physical Consequences of Declawing | Declawing changes the way the cat’s paws function, and this creates stress on the joints of the paw, wrist, elbow, shoulder, and spine. The cat’s gait changes, as weight is … | 2013/02/01 | Declawing | 2013-02-01 16:56:33 |
| Health – the Greatest Gift | My dear friend and world-renowned veterinary homeopath, Dr. Christina Chambreau, has a very specific idea about how to achieve optimal health for your cat or dog. She believes (and I … | 2012/12/20 | Holistic Pet Mall | 2012-12-20 10:20:29 |
| Pets in Pain–Don’t let them Suffer | We are honored to have a wonderful guest blogger today, Dr. Shelley Brown of Harmony Veterinary Center, Arvada, CO. Dr. Brown practices integrative veterinary medicine, including acupuncture, cold laser, and homotoxicology. … | 2012/12/11 | Cat Behavior, Dogs, Holistic Pet Health | 2012-12-11 11:30:24 |
| Urinary Incontinence | One of the more unpleasant conditions that pets may develop is urinary incontinence. This means that involuntary passage or leakage of urine occurs. It’s a relatively common problem in dogs, … | 2012/11/30 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health | 2012-11-30 16:09:20 |
| Filling Pet Prescriptions at Human Pharmacies | I recently came across a very disturbing article in a veterinary publication about the errors being made by human pharmacists when filling prescriptions from a veterinarian. The Oregon Veterinary Medical Association … | 2012/11/21 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health, Important Info | 2012-11-21 10:07:02 |
| Declawing Alternatives | By Jean Hofve, DVM All reasons for non-medical declawing have non-surgical alternatives. There are many humane choices will still protect both human and feline health, as well as sofas and … | 2012/11/17 | Declawing, Important Info | 2012-11-17 14:48:30 |
| Can You Make Your Cat Sick? | This is a question many people would like to know more about! Animal disease transfer to people is called “zoonosis.” Humans transmitting diseases to their pets is called “reverse zoonosis.” … | 2012/11/13 | Holistic Pet Health, Human Health, Important Info | 2012-11-13 08:23:00 |
| What Your Vet Must Tell You about Vaccines (but probably won’t) | Many thanks to our good friend Jan Rasmusen for the following video and information. Click here to browse her vast resources on vaccines and more. Please be sure to sign … | 2012/10/14 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health, Important Info | 2012-10-14 06:08:53 |
| Rice Bran – No Good for Cats! | You would think that cat food manufacturers would make sure that the ingredients they use are safe for cats. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Rice bran is what … | 2012/08/10 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2012-08-10 15:35:16 |
| AVMA vs Raw Food | The AVMA recently adopted a policy position against raw meat diets for pets. Their reasoning is wrong and their science is unfounded. Here is my reasoning on why AVMA (as well … | 2012/07/25 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2012-07-25 15:00:34 |
| Tell FDA: Label Genetically Modified Foods! | Did you know that 85% of corn and more than 90% of soy in the US is genetically modified? GM foods may cause serious damage to your body, but the … | 2012/07/12 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2012-07-12 10:06:18 |
| Declawing: A Physical Therapist Assistant’s Perspective | Thanks so much to by Ruth Y. for letting us post her great article about the long-term physical effects of declawing! (Originally posted at Pictures-of-Cats.org). There are many good reasons to be … | 2012/06/06 | Declawing | 2012-06-06 21:26:11 |
| Relief for Declawed Cats | So, your cat is declawed: maybe it was done prior to adoption; or a landlord or family member may have insisted on declawing, your veterinarian may have talked you into … | 2012/06/06 | Declawing | 2012-06-06 08:55:01 |
| Chronic Pain of Declawing | Declawing is an extremely painful procedure. According to the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP), “Physically, regardless of the method used, onychectomy causes a higher level of pain than spays … | 2012/06/06 | Declawing | 2012-06-06 08:54:58 |
| Green Cleaning | Mercola.com has a very good article on “green” household cleaners–and why the ones you buy at the store (even those that claim to be “green” or that you get from the … | 2012/05/30 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health | 2012-05-30 13:11:53 |
| A Declaw Story | NOTE: One of our readers, Karen Whitaker, contacted us with this story about her cat Sasha, and has graciously (and courageously) given us permission to post it. Thank you so … | 2012/05/28 | Declawing | 2012-05-28 11:53:56 |
| Cat Litter Roundup & Review | Updated 4/27/24 Every now and then, I go through a kind of “Litter Dance,” in which I try out a variety of kitty litters on my gang of four. Fortunately … | 2012/04/30 | Cat Behavior, Holistic Pet Health | 2012-04-30 10:31:17 |
| Mad Cow Discovered in California | I’m in California this week (May 2012) visiting family…and there are so many interesting things happening here! But of course, the one that may most profoundly affect our pets is … | 2012/04/26 | Holistic Pet Health, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2012-04-26 11:03:50 |
| Keeping Pets Safe this Spring | It’s almost Easter, and even though there’s new snow in Denver this morning, it’s time for a reminder about the potential dangers of the spring season for pets. Most bulbs … | 2012/04/03 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health | 2012-04-03 10:39:50 |
| Aggression in Cats | Aggression in cats is not uncommon, but it’s unusual for it to be serious enough for people to seek professional help. Just a decade ago, however, a study from Cornell … | 2012/03/27 | Cat Behavior | 2012-03-27 17:47:26 |
| Feline Hyperthyroidism Update | Discovery News reported this week that “In a new study that analyzed the blood of 62 domestic cats and 10 feral cats, researchers from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign … | 2012/03/20 | Holistic Pet Health | 2012-03-20 12:28:07 |
| Newly Discovered Virus in China Linked to Feline Kidney Disease | Researchers in Hong Kong have discovered a new virus that they’re calling feline morbillivirus. It is related to the paramyxovirus that causes canine distemper; but in cats it appears to cause … | 2012/03/20 | Holistic Pet Health | 2012-03-20 10:49:25 |
| Pet food violates federal law–with FDA blessing | The FDA recently released a video about pet food to reassure us that commercial pet food is just fine: (FDA video)… But this video is incredibly misleading, and (if you ask … | 2012/03/11 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2012-03-11 09:28:32 |
| Overweight Pets | Dr. Karen Becker over at Mercola.com has written a fabulous article on overweight pets and the completely wrong-headed approach being taken by the pet food industry to a problem that … | 2012/03/04 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2012-03-04 15:09:48 |
| False rumors of new strains of *canine* distemper virus | From the American Veterinary Medical Association: It was recently brought to our attention that there are rumors circulating online about the existence of two new strains of canine distemper virus. … | 2012/02/09 | Dogs | 2012-02-09 17:23:06 |
| Play is Important for — Survival?? | We have long advocated play therapy as a way to prevent–and solve–a host of feline behavior problems, as well as a part of indoor enrichment for your cat’s mental and … | 2012/02/06 | Cat Behavior, Holistic Pet Health | 2012-02-06 10:57:52 |
| Only Natural Pet Store | Only Natural Pet Store is the largest online retailer of natural pet foods and products. Dr. Jean has been working with Only Natural Pet for several years; in fact, many … | 2012/02/04 | Holistic Pet Mall | 2012-02-04 10:09:06 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter – January 2012 | *Yes, we know it’s February and we’re a little late…but we were waiting for some important info on Jackson’s book! In this issue: 1. News Bites February is National Pet … | 2012/02/02 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2012-02-02 15:14:37 |
| EFT Tapping Training | by Jean Hofve, DVM EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), or “Tapping,” is one of the most amazing healing modalities ever discovered. It’s free to learn, and easy to apply. I recommend … | 2012/02/02 | EFT (Tapping) | 2012-02-02 10:34:57 |
| Report from AAFCO Pet Food Committee | The meeting of AAFCO’s Pet Food Committee (PFC) was held Wednesday afternoon, with a very busy agenda. This committee is responsible for updates to the model pet food regulations that … | 2012/01/19 | Dogs, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2012-01-19 11:23:48 |
| Hot News on Pet Food! | Little Big Cat is coming to you today from beautiful Reno, Nevada; I’m attending the mid-year meeting of AAFCO, the Association of American Feed Control Officials. If that organization sounds … | 2012/01/17 | Dogs, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2012-01-17 18:05:27 |
| No Milk Today | It’s true that cats love milk. Most cats will drink it if you let them. And who hasn’t shared a little milk with their feline friend now and then? So, … | 2012/01/05 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2012-01-05 10:53:46 |
| AVMA’s New “Guidelines for Responsible Pet Ownership” | The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) just published its new Guidelines for Responsible Pet Ownership (Journal of the AVMA, 2012 Jan 1;240(1):11-12), parting ways with the California VMA’s Golden Rules … | 2011/12/30 | Important Info | 2011-12-30 18:39:51 |
| CatsWalk November-December 2011 | Happy Holidays! In this issue: 1. News Bites Little Big Cat is “best cat website” of 2011! Israel bans cat declawing Pet theft on the rise FDA looking for Salmonella … | 2011/12/22 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2011-12-22 16:32:55 |
| Vegetarian Cats? | Updated March 6, 2024 There are several companies and websites that promote vegetarian (no meat or fish) or even vegan (no animal products at all) diets for cats. These products … | 2011/12/16 | Holistic Pet Health, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2011-12-16 15:21:31 |
| Dr. Jean Takes on More Absurd “Experts”! | Pet food. The truth about it is often hard to come by, especially because all the money and power are concentrated on making you, the consumer, believe that pet food … | 2011/12/02 | Dogs, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2011-12-02 14:12:31 |
| Disclaimers | The proprietor of this site (littlebigcat.com) is Jackson Galaxy. Jackson, Dr. Jean, or Little Big Cat, Inc. may receive compensation from other websites or products we mention on this blog. … | 2011/11/26 | Important Info | 2011-11-26 11:44:16 |
| Copyright Notice | This site and all the information and all graphic representations or images on it belong to Little Big Cat in the absence of any contrary indication. Copyright and all intellectual … | 2011/11/26 | Important Info | 2011-11-26 08:06:05 |
| Little Big Cat Wins 2011 Muse Medallion Award! | We are very proud that Little Big Cat won the coveted 2011 Muse Medallion Award for best website, from the Cat Writers’ Association. You may remember a few weeks back … | 2011/11/24 | Other Stuff | 2011-11-24 10:14:56 |
| Declawing Cats Required to Rent? | Updated January 13, 2024 By Jean Hofve, DVM and Judith Beggs, JD Many landlords require cats to be declawed before they will rent to a cat guardian.* Sadly, because … | 2011/11/17 | Declawing | 2011-11-17 14:57:53 |
| Study Supports Raw Meat Diet for Cats | A study was just published on the relative digestibility of different diets in cats. The researchers found that the raw-meat based diet (RB) and cooked meat diets (CB) were both … | 2011/10/18 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2011-10-18 10:07:15 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter – October 2011 | In this issue: 1. News Bites Little Big Cat wins award! Florida cats being poisoned. Jack, the cat lost and found in JFK airport, is sick RIP feline leukemia pioneer … | 2011/10/13 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2011-10-13 22:50:36 |
| Healthy Weight Management for Dogs and Cats | By Jean Hofve, DVM Nutrition experts like to portray weight control as a simple matter of “calories in minus calories out.” But as anyone who’s ever been on a diet … | 2011/10/06 | Dogs, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2011-10-06 11:11:45 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter, September 2011 | Please note: This newsletter is emailed only to current subscribers, but please feel free to forward it to friends! Click here to get your own subscription. To unsubscribe, please click … | 2011/09/30 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2011-09-30 13:17:46 |
| Top 4 Pet Supplements | By Jean Hofve, DVM There are four nutritional supplements I recommend for every cat and dog, no matter what diet they’re eating or what else they’re taking. These four supplements … | 2011/09/30 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2011-09-30 07:19:31 |
| Feline Hyperesthesia | Cats have many unique characteristics that make for some interesting health challenges, but one of the strangest is “Ripple Skin Syndrome,” or “Itchy Twitchy syndrome” (technically called “feline hyperesthesia”). This … | 2011/09/26 | Holistic Pet Health | 2011-09-26 15:18:31 |
| Rabbit Fever | Both people and cats can get infected with Tularemia, also known as rabbit fever. People usually acquire the infection by handling dead rabbits (whether shot or died of natural causes); and … | 2011/09/16 | Holistic Pet Health, Human Health | 2011-09-16 09:09:32 |
| GMO Kittens Bred for Research | The Time online headline reads: “Glow-in-the-Dark Cats May Help Shed Light on AIDS.” Maia Szalavitz reports: “These glowing animals have been genetically engineered to make blood cells that are resistant … | 2011/09/13 | Other Stuff | 2011-09-13 13:26:56 |
| The “Greening” of Cats | Updated 6/30/19 Here are a few good ways to make living with a cat “greener” (that is, more “environmentally friendly”) by exercising some discretion in how you shop. Buy earth-friendly … | 2011/09/10 | Holistic Pet Health | 2011-09-10 12:40:07 |
| Don’t fall for universal pet food marketing tricks | Updated 8/10/16 (original publication date 9/1/11). Any good veterinarian is learning all the time. These issues do not apply to any individual, but the criticisms of the pet food industry are 100% valid. Here are some of the worst … | 2011/09/01 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2011-09-01 11:27:25 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter August 2011 | In this issue: 1. News Bites Recall of ground turkey across the West Wolverines killing cats in British Columbia Manufacturer runs out of heartworm drug Click to donate cat litter … | 2011/08/22 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2011-08-22 07:34:23 |
| Cancer Prevention and Treatment | Cancer. Pet guardians fear this diagnosis above all others; not only because the conventional treatments are so perilous, but also because, despite treatment, it is most often fatal. More than half … | 2011/08/18 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health | 2011-08-18 06:35:37 |
| Pets’ Top “Complaints” | An interesting article at Southampton.patch.com cites animal communicator Patty Payne and the top five “shocking” things she’s heard from pets. I have no doubt about #3; two of my cats … | 2011/08/12 | Other Stuff | 2011-08-12 10:06:16 |
| Swimming cats! | Our good friend, Mary Ellen at AngelScribe.com, is featured in a video interview about her 5 swimming cats! She had been worried that they might get loose and fall in … | 2011/08/04 | Other Stuff | 2011-08-04 11:39:03 |
| Declawing – Annotated Reference List | 1. Ansah OB, Vainio O, Hellsten C, et al. Postoperative pain control in cats: clinical trials with medetomidine and butorphanol. Vet Surg 2002;31:99-103. Medetomidine and butorphanol provided equivalent pain relief … | 2011/08/02 | Declawing | 2011-08-02 10:00:19 |
| Studies Pertaining to Declawing (Annotated) | Adapted from Patronek, Studies Pertaining to Onychectomy, 2001 Additional studies not cited in the original noted in color; additions and comments by Jean Hofve, DVM Study No. Cats Time Relevant … | 2011/08/02 | Declawing | 2011-08-02 09:14:04 |
| Indoor Enrichment for Cats | Cats are smart, and they naturally know everything they need to know about being a cat. However, they do not know about things like cars, dogs, infectious diseases, and other … | 2011/08/02 | Cat Behavior | 2011-08-02 06:37:36 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter July 2011 | In this issue: 1. News Bites Purina ONE dry cat food recalled Kitten survives washing machine ordeal Mountain lion’s long walk ends in Connecticut Cat winning as “Biggest Loser” 2. … | 2011/07/31 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2011-07-31 13:38:24 |
| Police dog’s remarkable survival story | This morning brought us an amazing story about a courageous police dog named Shadow, who took a bullet to the face during a standoff with an armed suspect. Sadly, his … | 2011/07/29 | Dogs | 2011-07-29 08:16:35 |
| Plants that clean the air (from Mercola) | One of the items posted in Dr. Joseph Mercola’s newsletter this morning was pushing his special air filter, which is fine, but he also mentioned that many plants are good … | 2011/07/21 | Other Stuff | 2011-07-21 06:10:56 |
| Pets are good for us! | Another day, another study on the benefits of companion animals. This one was reported in the Washington Post (a rarity these days, when most of the news coming out of … | 2011/07/14 | Dogs, Human Health | 2011-07-14 12:14:04 |
| Consumer Reports giving bad pet advice — again! | For decades, Consumer Reports was THE place to go for product reviews and advice on big purchases. But when they enter the area of pet care, they consistently give very … | 2011/07/13 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health, Other Stuff | 2011-07-13 16:09:33 |
| Itch Relief Update | Dr. Patty Khuly’s blog this morning was terrific! She has personally been dealing with a very itchy skin eruption, probably what most of us would call hives or “heat rash.” … | 2011/07/07 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health | 2011-07-07 08:47:32 |
| Spaying & Neutering Saves Lives | A very well-written article in the Seattle Post Intelligencer reveals that aggressive spay-neuter programs have dramatically decreased the killing of pets simply because they are unwanted. From a ghastly high of 20 million … | 2011/07/06 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health, Other Stuff | 2011-07-06 12:12:00 |
| EFT in Practice: Help for Separation Anxiety in a Cat | By Colleen Flanagan Reprinted with permission from www.eftuniverse.com. I hope this case study helps people understand that animals have excellent memories, especially for traumatic events. Also, many pets can see … | 2011/07/06 | EFT (Tapping) | 2011-07-06 11:49:34 |
| Cats tell Pet Psychic how they feel about declawing | The following article was written during the declaw ban movement in California. Other animal communicators and intuitives have reported the same thing. Pet Psychic Talks to Declawed Cats: Some Find Painful … | 2011/07/03 | Declawing | 2011-07-03 12:29:43 |
| ASPCA’s tips for a safe 4th of July for your pets | The ASPCA Poison Control Center offers the following pet safety tips for 4th of July — we agree! Never leave alcoholic drinks unattended where pets can reach them. Alcoholic beverages … | 2011/07/01 | Other Stuff | 2011-07-01 08:34:39 |
| Double the Fun, Double the Territory! | By Jackson Galaxy Michael, Patty, their toddler Pandora, and most of all, their cat Tess, had a big problem*. As Pandora was becoming more and more mobile, Tess was getting … | 2011/06/27 | Cat Behavior | 2011-06-27 11:22:14 |
| Don’t Vaccinate Your Adult Cat for Distemper | Seriously? Yes! Evidence is mounting that the common FVRCP (feline viral rhinotracheitis, calicivirus and paneleukopenia) vaccine may cause long-term damage to cats’ kidneys that increases with every booster. Here’s the … | 2011/06/24 | Holistic Pet Health | 2011-06-24 19:23:17 |
| EFT in Practice: Relief for a cat with a urinary blockage | by Michelle LaPrise Article reprinted with permission from www.emofree.com. So…here’s my latest tapping miracle. My kit-kat Junior is 11 and has a problem common among male cats whereby his little … | 2011/06/20 | EFT (Tapping) | 2011-06-20 11:33:47 |
| What you don’t know about food can hurt you! | Check out this stunning TED talk on food safety in the U.S. The speaker, Robyn O’Brien, told the story of how one of her children developed a food allergy, and that … | 2011/06/17 | Human Health | 2011-06-17 08:16:23 |
| People without Pets | There was a great article in the Huffington Post this week about people who choose not to have pets. The writer, Joan Liebmann, wondered if and how people without pets … | 2011/06/16 | Other Stuff | 2011-06-16 15:21:51 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter – June 2011 | In this issue: 1. News Bites 2. Water, the Forgotten Nutrient 3. Top Ten Summer Safety Tips for Pets! 1. News Bites Adopted cat returns life-saving favor. Rusty, a 10-year-old … | 2011/06/16 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2011-06-16 10:25:27 |
| Guidelines for Safe Handling of Cats | Cats get less veterinary care than dogs. That’s an established fact. A study published in 2008 in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association found that: Cats get significantly … | 2011/06/16 | Other Stuff | 2011-06-16 09:27:18 |
| Animal lovers choose pets over money and politics | A survey of 1500 pet guardians conducted by PetMD found that 90% of pet “owners” would choose their animal companions over money in a divorce, and 56% would not vote … | 2011/06/14 | Other Stuff | 2011-06-14 13:07:47 |
| “Expert” answers pet food questions | Today’s New York Times featured Dr. Tony Buffington, of The Ohio State University, answering questions about pet food. (Click here to read the full article in the NYT.) For fun, … | 2011/06/13 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2011-06-13 11:54:01 |
| It’s Adopt-a-Cat Month! | June is Adopt-a-Cat month! It’s also the start of kitten season, when tens of thousands of unintended and unwanted kittens will be dumped at shelters. People think, “Oh, kittens are … | 2011/06/01 | Other Stuff | 2011-06-01 11:50:32 |
| Heartworm now found “in all 50 states” | According to the American Heartworm Society (AHS), its “every-three-years survey, which tracks heartworm incidence from data supplied by more than 5,000 veterinary clinics, has documented cases in every state.” [Note: … | 2011/06/01 | Holistic Pet Health | 2011-06-01 11:29:29 |
| Pets and Cars: a Potentially Deadly Combination | Even though the weather doesn’t feel like it in many places, summer is upon us! So it’s time to remind folks about the volatile combination of cars and pets. Every … | 2011/05/28 | Other Stuff | 2011-05-28 09:48:41 |
| Outdoor Cats’ Secret Lives | A study done at the University of Illinois tracked 42 owned outdoor and free-living cats for two years. The report, published in the Journal of Wildlife Management, found that stray/feral … | 2011/05/27 | Other Stuff | 2011-05-27 21:44:04 |
| What if your pet gets into YOUR medications? | Great post by Dr. Patty Khuly over at PetMD on what to expect when your pet eats one of the five most-prescribed medications! (In case you’re curious, those five are: Lipitor, … | 2011/05/25 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health | 2011-05-25 07:13:14 |
| Lifestages, Lifestyles, and Cat Food | The number and types of commercial cat food seems multiplying like rabbits. One online store carries 353 different dry foods, and 735 varieties of canned food! Here’s a sampling of … | 2011/05/23 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2011-05-23 11:52:21 |
| More money, fewer vet visits | The headline read: “Revenue growth can’t hide ‘alarming’ decline in client visits.” This news, from the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, went on to note that “Income increased … | 2011/05/22 | Other Stuff | 2011-05-22 09:11:03 |
| Omega-3 Update: more info, more choices | By Jean Hofve, DVM The headline read: “Omega-3 Fats Shown to Decrease Risk of Dying from Inflammatory Diseases.” This study is a big deal, as it involved more than 2,500 … | 2011/05/10 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2011-05-10 10:08:30 |
| Heartworm in Cats | By Jean Hofve, DVM In a seemingly diabolical plot, veterinarians and pharmaceutical companies have teamed up in a marketing campaign to frighten guardians into giving year-round heartworm preventatives to their … | 2011/05/01 | Holistic Pet Health | 2011-05-01 12:06:34 |
| Flea/Tick Drug Promeris Causes Autoimmune Disease | The flea/tick preventative Promeris Duo for dogs and cats has been proven to cause Pemphigus foliaceus, an autoimmune disease. The reaction is “rare but serious,” according to the study’s lead … | 2011/04/20 | Other Stuff | 2011-04-20 08:18:17 |
| Cats-Only Clinics becoming more popular | Cats-only clinics gain in popularity A recent article by Anne Gonzales at the Sacramento Bee (California) discussed the increasing number and popularity of cats-only veterinary clinics. Sacramento veterinarian Irene Fujishima … | 2011/04/13 | Other Stuff | 2011-04-13 09:26:44 |
| Pet “OCD” | Dr. Nicholas Dodman, director of the Behavior Clinics at the veterinary school at Tufts University, recently spoke about compulsive behaviors in animals at the conference of the The International Association … | 2011/04/13 | Other Stuff | 2011-04-13 08:45:15 |
| Simple injection could cure cat allergies | Cat allergies could be cured by a simple injection, scientists hope, according to a report by Martin Beckford, Health Correspondent 7:00AM BST 02 Apr 2011, in The Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/health/healthnews/8422306/Simple-injection-could-cure-cat-allergies.html) While … | 2011/04/05 | Other Stuff | 2011-04-05 11:07:07 |
| Zodiac Flea Collars on “Dirty Dozen” List | Zodiac flea collars made it onto the Cancer Prevention Coalition’s “Dirty Dozen” list of most-carcinogenic consumer products. Zodiac Cat & Dog Flea Collar (Sandoz Agro. Inc). Labeled Toxic Ingredient PROPOXUR, … | 2011/03/30 | Other Stuff | 2011-03-30 05:53:27 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter, March 2011 | In this issue: 1. News Bites Wellness cat food recall Research finds that cats prefer food similar to their natural prey Xylitol toxicity Good news, bad news about puppy mills … | 2011/03/24 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2011-03-24 13:02:02 |
| Constipated Cats | Cats are prone to constipation, which is always uncomfortable but can even become life-threatening! It’s a problem that’s a lot easier to prevent than solve, but there are quite a … | 2011/03/01 | Holistic Pet Health | 2011-03-01 08:17:13 |
| Feline Nutrition Education Society | If you haven’t heard of the Feline Nutrition Education Society, please check it out, join, and if possible, volunteer. FNES is an educational group whose aim is to teach folks … | 2011/02/01 | Other Stuff | 2011-02-01 11:21:46 |
| Antioxidants | Antioxidants are natural compounds that are important in the neutralization or scavenging of “oxygen free radicals,” which are normal by-products of body metabolism. Controlled amounts of free radicals are normally … | 2011/01/22 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2011-01-22 09:41:15 |
| Cats, Sickness, Stress, and the Environment | A fascinating study out of The Ohio State University was published in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association (J Am Vet Med Assoc 2011;238:67–73). Here’s part of OSU’s … | 2011/01/13 | Holistic Pet Health | 2011-01-13 10:20:58 |
| Veterinarian’s Oath Revised | Veterinarian’s Oath – Will Your Vet Follow the New Version? As we told you in the last CatsWalk newsletter, the American Veterinary Medical Association (recently updated the Veterinarian’s Oath that … | 2011/01/13 | Other Stuff | 2011-01-13 10:17:38 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter – January 2011 | by Dr. Jean Hofve & Jackson Galaxy Library of Congress ISSN #1550-0764 January 2011 In this issue: 1. News Bites Breaking news: study shows unsafe levels of toxic heavy metals … | 2011/01/12 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2011-01-12 07:36:24 |
| Play Therapy | by Jackson Galaxy As you pass innocently by a doorway, your cat pounces fiercely on your ankle, gnawing and clawing until blood is drawn, and then bolting away under the … | 2011/01/07 | Cat Behavior | 2011-01-07 19:23:33 |
| Omega-3s are Essential for Cats and Dogs! | Updated July 2024 No doubt you’ve heard of Omega-3 fatty acids, Omega-6 fatty acids, and essential fatty acids. You may even take them yourself. But did you know that they … | 2010/12/02 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2010-12-02 11:45:36 |
| Fluoride in Pet Food — A New Danger? | By Jean Hofve, DVM According to a report by the Environmental Working Group, excessive amounts of fluoride were found in 8 major national brands of dog and puppy food. The … | 2010/12/02 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2010-12-02 11:34:17 |
| EFT Tapping for Animals | Tapping, Meridian Therapies, or “Energy Psychology, including EFT (Emotional freedom Techniques) are techniques based on points along traditional Chinese acupuncture meridians. Sometimes these are referred to as “tapping” because they … | 2010/12/01 | EFT (Tapping) | 2010-12-01 11:15:37 |
| Homemade Diets for Cats and Dogs | REVISED 6/1/23 Balanced homemade diets are the best for our cats and dogs. By making your pet’s food at home, you control the quality of the ingredients, and commercial food … | 2010/11/18 | Dogs, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2010-11-18 15:29:00 |
| Feline Acne | It’s not just for teenagers anymore – cats can get acne too! You may see your cat rubbing his chin against the furniture or other corners more than usual. You … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 15:28:09 |
| Feline Conjunctivitis | Updated January 14, 2024 Many cats have chronic problems with conjunctivitis (inflammation of the eye membranes). Often, the problem comes and goes. The symptoms of feline conjunctivitis in cats are … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 15:27:18 |
| Feline Diabetes Basics | By Jean Hofve, DVM Has your cat been diagnosed with diabetes? Are you looking for the most accurate and up-to-date information on this condition in cats? Are you interested in … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 15:25:46 |
| Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) | By Jean Hofve, DVM FIP is a particularly nasty disease—one that causes great confusion and distress. The name itself is misleading; the only absolutely true point about the name is … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 15:24:44 |
| Finding a Lost Pet | By Jean Hofve, DVM Finding Lost Pets With the warm weather of summer, windows and doors are often open, and pets can get out and lost more easily. Several studies … | 2010/11/18 | Important Info | 2010-11-18 15:21:17 |
| Fish Oil and Hyperthyroidism — Is There a Link? | By Jean Hofve, DVM A reader recently quoted part of one of our newsletters in an email, and (in addition to the subject of her email, which was our warning … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 15:20:21 |
| Flower Essences for Animals | By Jean Hofve, DVM Flower essences (remedies) are specially prepared extracts of the flowering parts of certain plants. They work through biofield energy to heal stress and disease from the … | 2010/11/18 | Cat Behavior, Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 15:19:56 |
| Geriatric Cats | By Jean Hofve, DVM Just like humans, cats are prone to a number of medical problems as they get older. With diet, supplements, and extra care, many of these conditions … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 15:14:05 |
| Giardia Natural Treatment Protocol | This is a protocol that I heard about many years ago for getting rid of Giardia, and have used many times successfully (and safely) in cats and dogs. This protocol … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 15:08:56 |
| Hairballs | There’s nothing quite like the shock of stepping out of your warm bed onto a cold, squishy, slimy hairball! Perhaps we should feel flattered that our beloved feline companion has … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 15:07:58 |
| How to Care for Your New Kitten | By Jean Hofve, DVM Kittens, like all animal babies, need special care. It is important to provide lots of love and, as well as more practical items like toys, a … | 2010/11/18 | Cat Behavior, Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 15:01:14 |
| How to Keep Your Cat Pest-Free | Are you… • Using oral or topical flea & tick preparations or collars? • Dosing your pet with heartworm medication? • Using ant, roach or other pesticides inside or outside … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 14:56:36 |
| Humane Pet Food? | By Jean Hofve, DVM The headline reads: “The HSUS Launches New Line of Natural, Organic Pet Food” “Selecting a high-quality pet food is one of the most important decisions a … | 2010/11/18 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2010-11-18 14:39:01 |
| Indoors or Outdoors? | By Jean Hofve, DVM Are you thinking about allowing your cat to go outside without restriction? To make the right decision, you need to know the facts. The average lifespan … | 2010/11/18 | Cat Behavior, Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 14:36:15 |
| Introduction to Homeopathy | By Jean Hofve, DVM Homeopathy is a system of medical treatment developed in the late 1800s by a German physician and chemist, Dr. Samuel Hahnemann. His system follows the theory … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 14:33:00 |
| Kidney Disease in Cats | Kidney disease, in the form of Chronic Renal Failure (CRF), also called Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), is a common problem in older cats. I have seen natural kidney failure in … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 14:31:55 |
| Laser Toys | By Jackson Galaxy Every doting cat guardian, it seems, is always on the lookout for the latest, greatest toy – something that will capture their kitty companion’s attention and hone … | 2010/11/18 | Cat Behavior | 2010-11-18 14:27:05 |
| Let’s Talk About Talk! | By Jackson Galaxy Without fail, the most fascinating information about the cat world comes to us from our clients, subscribers and cat-loving friends, not merely from “book learning.” This time, … | 2010/11/18 | Cat Behavior | 2010-11-18 14:25:25 |
| Litterbox Secrets | By Jackson Galaxy The most common problem we deal with is inconsistent use of the litterbox. Often, by the time clients call, they are “at the end of their rope,” … | 2010/11/18 | Cat Behavior | 2010-11-18 14:23:17 |
| Living with FIV | By Jean Hofve, DVM Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) is a relatively “new” cat disease; it was first discovered in domestic cats around 1975. Since then it has been found that … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 14:16:00 |
| Mad Cow Disease and Your Pets | By Jean Hofve, DVM In December 23, 2003, the first official U.S. case of “mad cow disease” (Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy or BSE) was reported in the news; a second followed … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 14:13:13 |
| Microchips and Cancer | Recently, microchips for pets became mandatory in England and Scotland. This has resurrected some of the media misinformation that has long gone around on the internet about the “dangers” of microchips, particularly the … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 14:11:37 |
| Milk Thistle – A Wonder Herb? | Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) is a flowering plant in the Aster family. A native of Europe, it has been used since the time of the Roman emperors as a liver … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 14:10:08 |
| Moving with Your Cat | by Jackson Galaxy To understand how stressful a change in environment can be on a cat, think about how stressful moving can be for us. According to psychologists, the top … | 2010/11/18 | Cat Behavior | 2010-11-18 14:08:56 |
| Outdoor Safety for Cats | By Jean Hofve, DVM As you probably know, we recommend against letting cats roam freely outdoors. There are just too many dangers to make it worth the risk. However, we … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 14:06:21 |
| Overstimulation (Petting-Related) Aggression | By Jackson Galaxy Wendy and her cat Nala are relaxing on the couch, Wendy absently stroking a half-sleeping Nala while she watches TV. This goes on for ten minutes or … | 2010/11/18 | Cat Behavior | 2010-11-18 14:05:17 |
| Pet Cancer — a “Smoking” Gun? | By Jean Hofve, DVM Many studies have shown that second-hand (environmental) smoke is a health hazard to humans, much less research has been done in animals. However, there are a … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 14:02:15 |
| Pet Food Marketing Hype | Updated March 17, 2024 A trip down the pet food aisle these days will boggle the mind with all the wonderful claims made by manufacturers for their particular products. But … | 2010/11/18 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2010-11-18 14:00:19 |
| Pet Food Regulation | By Jean Hofve, DVM A note from Dr. Jean: I wrote this for The Whole Dog Journal around 2001. I put it online after the 2007 pet food recall scandal, … | 2010/11/18 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2010-11-18 13:58:37 |
| Pet Food, People, and the FDA | By Jean Hofve, DVM Pet food labels are plenty obscure, but labels on human food are just as bad. As you get better at assessing pet food, you’ll also want … | 2010/11/18 | Other Stuff, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2010-11-18 13:56:36 |
| Play Aggression | By Jackson Galaxy Art has a great relationship with his feline companion, Mouse. That is, except around dinnertime every day. Even though Art watches around the corners to see where … | 2010/11/18 | Cat Behavior | 2010-11-18 13:55:28 |
| Poisonous and Dangerous Plants | By Jean Hofve, DVM Aconite (Monkshood, Wolfsbane) Agaricus Mushrooms Aloe 1 Amanita Mushrooms Amaryllis Avocado (leaves, seeds) Azalea Baneberry Black Walnut Bleeding Heart Bouncing Bet (Soapwort) Bulbs (Lily, Daffodil, Tulip, … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 13:49:13 |
| Preventing Vaccine Adverse Effects | By Jean Hofve, DVM For our pets, the rabies vaccine is a legal requirement. There are similar requirements for a variety of vaccines for children entering school, and there is … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 13:48:25 |
| Preventing Vaccine Adverse Effects – 1 page summary | By Jean Hofve, DVM 1 hour before vaccination: One dose of high-EPA fish oil* One dose of antioxidants; curcumin and quercetin in particular have been found to block the ability … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health, Important Info | 2010-11-18 13:47:34 |
| Probiotics: A Dietary Powerhouse for Your Cat | By Jean Hofve, DVM There are many cats (and dogs) who need extra help with digestive and other health issues. Probiotics have helped solve these problems for many pets. The … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2010-11-18 13:36:44 |
| Rabies – What You Don’t Know CAN Hurt You | By Special Guest Expert, Jennifer Fry, DVM A recent nationwide survey showed that while owners are overwhelmingly compliant with rabies vaccinations for their pets, some may not fully understand the … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 13:35:20 |
| Redirected Aggression: A Case Study | By Jackson Galaxy From The Galaxy Files – “Trouble In Paradise” When I received the phone call for assistance, the voice on the other end was not just frustrated, as … | 2010/11/18 | Cat Behavior | 2010-11-18 13:33:28 |
| Seizures and Epilepsy | There are few things more frightening than witnessing your cat or dog having a full-blown seizure—falling down, paddling with its paws, even barking or yowling. Seizures are the result of … | 2010/11/18 | Dogs, Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 13:29:47 |
| Slippery Elm | Updated 1/2/24 Slippery elm bark is an amazing herb, and unlike many plants, it is extremely safe for cats! Caution: As you may know, it is potentially dangerous to give … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 13:23:18 |
| Spaying and Neutering | By Jean Hofve, DVM More than a million “excess” dogs and cats will be killed in shelters this year. This is down from some 12 million in 2000, but it’s … | 2010/11/18 | Cat Behavior, Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 13:22:03 |
| Squirt Bottles, Punishment, and Cat Behavior | By Jackson Galaxy The scenario plays out with cat guardians everywhere: the cat is always getting into something, like jumping onto counters, climbing up screen doors or drapes…and the list … | 2010/11/18 | Cat Behavior | 2010-11-18 13:20:59 |
| Switching Foods | By Jean Hofve, DVM The spice of life is variety, or so they say. If that’s true for people, what about our dogs and cats? I love the commercial where … | 2010/11/18 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2010-11-18 13:19:06 |
| The “Dangers” of a Raw Diet | REVISED 6/30/10 Many proponents tout the benefits of feeding meat raw to our our carnivorous feline and canine companions. But most veterinarians and self-styled “experts” claim that raw diets are … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2010-11-18 13:16:38 |
| The Importance of the Annual Veterinary Examination | Revised 8/23/16 With the current controversy surrounding annual vaccinations, many people are electing to have their pets get fewer vaccines. This has led to the assumption that they do not … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 13:11:46 |
| The Making of a Spirit Essences Remedy: Safe Space for Cats | By Jackson Galaxy An outgrowth of the original Little Big Cat idea, SpiritEssence is the name of our line of flower essence formulas. Actually, they contain much more than flowers! … | 2010/11/18 | Fun Stuff | 2010-11-18 13:10:49 |
| The Right Weight Loss Program for Cats! | By Jean Hofve, DVM A reader recently emailed us to ask how she could help her cat lose weight. Indeed, obesity is a serious problem for our feline friends. Many … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2010-11-18 13:06:57 |
| The Tail Speaks Louder than Words | By Jackson Galaxy We all wish we could be better cat communicators and know more precisely what our cats are thinking at any given time. Fortunately, we don’t need to … | 2010/11/18 | Fun Stuff | 2010-11-18 12:55:04 |
| Traveling with Cats | By Jean Hofve, DVM I’ve had lots of experience traveling and moving cats by car; we’ve gone back and forth from California to Colorado (about a 22 hour car trip) … | 2010/11/18 | Cat Behavior, Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 12:53:17 |
| Urinary Tract Disorders in Cats | Updated 12/29/22. Few conditions strike greater fear into the heart of a cat guardian than urinary tract problems. Myths and misinformation abound, and many people know at least one other … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 12:46:03 |
| Urine Spraying and Territorial Stress | By Jackson Galaxy In 1995, Dr. Jean Hofve created Spirit Essences, our line of flower essence remedies. Actually, they contain much more than flowers! (See the FAQ at www.spiritessence.com for details.) … | 2010/11/18 | Cat Behavior | 2010-11-18 12:42:18 |
| Vaccination | Revised 12/27/21 Vaccination is an ongoing controversy in veterinary medicine today. Veterinary schools and specialty organizations are promoting fewer vaccines at longer intervals, while many practitioners stubbornly cling to their … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 12:40:02 |
| Water Water Everywhere, but What’s a Cat to Drink? | Updated 12/3/22. Everyone is familiar with the 3 basic nutrient categories: protein, fat and carbohydrate. But there’s a 4th nutrient that’s just as important (if not more!), yet it is … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2010-11-18 12:35:39 |
| West Nile Virus and Cats | By Jean Hofve, DVM Spring is just around the corner, and with it comes a new crop of mosquitoes and, potentially, a new round of West Nile Virus. This virus, … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 12:33:54 |
| Why Cats Need Canned Food | Updated August 2023 Cats are obligate carnivores. They require a meat-based diet for optimal health. Their natural diet is prey, such as rodents, rabbits, lizards, insects, and birds. These prey … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2010-11-18 12:13:58 |
| Why Did My Cat Pee Outside the Litterbox? | By Jean Hofve, DVM Spirit at age 20…her creaky old joints made it hard for her to access the litter box. Spirit Essences were named for this spunky kitty! … | 2010/11/18 | Cat Behavior, Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 12:11:07 |
| Why Fix What Isn’t Broken? | By Special Guest Columnist, Russell Louie – Optimum Choices, LLC We are happy to welcome our guest author, Russell Louie, and his thought-provoking article on preventative holistic medicine. Do you … | 2010/11/18 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-18 12:02:34 |
| Your Cat and Your New Baby | By Jackson Galaxy Expecting a baby? Congratulations! In all the anticipation and excitement, don’t forget that bringing home baby disrupt in your cat’s routine. Without proper preparation, litterbox problems, aggression … | 2010/11/18 | Cat Behavior | 2010-11-18 11:29:32 |
| EFT in Practice: Surrogate EFT Helps Two Cats at a Distance | By Maureen Cram, Stuffbusters Article reprinted with permission from www.emofree.com (now www.eftuniverse.com/). For those who maintain disbelief in the possibility of distance healing via surrogate EFT, I suggest a study … | 2010/11/18 | EFT (Tapping) | 2010-11-18 06:40:51 |
| EFT in Practice: EFT Helps Aggressive Stray find Love and a New Home | by Maureen Cram, Stuffbusters Article reprinted with permission from www.emofree.com (now www.eftuniverse.com/). Maureen Cram from South Africa completely shifts the life of a stray cat by using surrogate EFT. Of … | 2010/11/18 | Cat Behavior, EFT (Tapping) | 2010-11-18 06:33:42 |
| Does Dry Food Clean the Teeth? | By Jean Hofve, DVM Let’s get this one straight once and for all: dry food does not clean your cat’s teeth! In fact, dry food really does not benefit the … | 2010/11/17 | Holistic Pet Health, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2010-11-17 18:59:16 |
| Do-It -Yourself Bach Flower Essences | By Dr. Jean Hofve Bach Flower Essences were discovered by Dr. Edward Bach, an English physician and homeopath, in the early 1900’s. While originally developed for human use, we have … | 2010/11/17 | Cat Behavior | 2010-11-17 18:57:16 |
| Dental Care for Cats | By Jean Hofve, DVM February is National Pet Dental Health Month! How much do you know about your cat’s dental health? Well, here’s a little refresher for you! The normal … | 2010/11/17 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-17 18:55:35 |
| Declawing: Another Veterinarian’s Perspective | By Special Guest: Michael W. Fox, D.Sc., Ph.D., B.Vet.Med., M.R.C.V.S. Say No! To De-clawing Cats Many veterinarians routinely de-claw young cats. It’s part of the package when they come in … | 2010/11/17 | Declawing | 2010-11-17 18:49:58 |
| Declawing Handout for Shelters | 2024: THIS OFFER IS STILL VALID! To help shelters and rescues educate potential adopters about declawing, Little Big Cat has prepared this free handout, which can be customized with your … | 2010/11/17 | Declawing | 2010-11-17 15:07:23 |
| Cats and Immune-compromised People | Cats and Immune-Compromised People By Jean Hofve, DVM It’s not so unusual any more for people to have serious immune system issues. People who are taking corticosteroids or other immunosuppressive … | 2010/11/17 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-17 14:33:08 |
| Cats and Claws — Living Happily Ever After | By Jackson Galaxy and Jean Hofve, DVM Claws are a physically, socially, and emotionally vital part of every cat. Scratching, for a cat, is not only a natural act, but … | 2010/11/17 | Cat Behavior, Declawing | 2010-11-17 14:22:51 |
| Catnip | By Jackson Galaxy Catnip has a powerful attraction for many cats. They will pounce on it, roll around in it, chew and eat it. Some cats will sit in a … | 2010/11/17 | Cat Behavior | 2010-11-17 13:59:38 |
| Cat-to-Dog Introductions | By Jackson Galaxy There are some cornerstone thoughts to remember, when introducing dogs to cats in a new living arrangement, in order to avoid problems. These revolve around the rather … | 2010/11/17 | Cat Behavior | 2010-11-17 13:51:29 |
| Cat-to-Cat Introductions | Updated 7/10/24 Cats are a lot like people. Some will form close bonds of friendship, while others just never seem to get along. Here’s how to maximize the chance of … | 2010/11/17 | Cat Behavior | 2010-11-17 13:47:59 |
| BioSuperfood Case Reports | Here are a few of the cases where BioSuperfood has helped animals get healthy! For more information, see the BioSuperfood main page, or go right to the information on choosing … | 2010/11/17 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2010-11-17 13:39:51 |
| BioSuperfood: Choosing the Right Product | BioSuperfood and BioPreparation formulas are powerful detoxifiers. Unless there is an immediate health crisis that requires a high dose, start with a very small amount (as much as fits on … | 2010/11/17 | Pet Food and Nutrition | 2010-11-17 13:37:31 |
| Before You Get a Kitten… | Kittens have a way of turning up when you least expect them! If a kitten has appeared in your life, or if you’re getting the urge to add a new … | 2010/11/17 | Cat Behavior, Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-17 13:31:07 |
| Base Camp — How to Prepare for your New Cat | By Jackson Galaxy and Jean Hofve, DVM Congratulations on giving a homeless animal a new life in your home! You can bet on one thing; the cat you just adopted … | 2010/11/17 | Cat Behavior | 2010-11-17 13:27:42 |
| Arthritis in Cats | Research has shown that 30% of cats over 8 years of age, and a stunning 90% of cats over 12 years of age, have arthritis. These figures should give the … | 2010/11/17 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-17 13:22:56 |
| Animals with Special Needs | By Special Guest Columnist: Claudia Hehr* Animals are the most wonderful and precious friends we can ever have or wish for. But sometimes those wonderful friends have or can develop … | 2010/11/17 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-17 13:19:17 |
| Allergic to Cats? | Between 5 and 10% of the human population has at least some sensitivity to cats. When people come into contact with a cat to which they are sensitive, they may … | 2010/11/17 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-17 13:13:41 |
| CatsWalk – November 2010 | by Dr. Jean Hofve & Jackson Galaxy Library of Congress ISSN #1550-0764 In this issue: 1. News Bites New Little Big Cat website is up and running November is Diabetes … | 2010/11/17 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2010-11-17 13:07:21 |
| Aromatherapy and Essential Oils for Pets | By Russell Louie – Optimum Choices, LLC There is a great deal of controversy surrounding the use of aromatherapy with animals, especially smaller pets like cats, birds, and “pocket pets” … | 2010/11/17 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-17 02:37:35 |
| Skin & Coat Problems in Cats | UPDATED 12/15/22 Is your cat going bald? There are many reasons why a cat might lose fur, but in a lot of cases, it’s because the cat is overgrooming: chewing … | 2010/11/17 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-11-17 02:31:19 |
| Kibble-Cancer Link Explained | A panel at the recent 2010 Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Annual Meeting and Food Expo criticized pet kibble and suggested that manufacturers consider the health implications of their products. … | 2010/08/10 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-08-10 19:26:25 |
| EFT in Practice: Surrogate EFT for two cats and a puppy | By Gwyneth Moss, EFT Master Article reprinted with permission from Gary Craig. Hi Everyone, EFT Master Gwyneth Moss from the UK helps us understand (1) how well EFT works for … | 2010/06/12 | Cat Behavior, EFT (Tapping) | 2010-06-12 06:43:20 |
| Recycling 101 for Pets | Even pets can get involved in the Green movement (but okay, they do need our help!) Aluminum (small) and steel (large) pet food cans are desirable for recycling. Yet recycling … | 2010/05/03 | Other Stuff | 2010-05-03 15:26:53 |
| Junk food killing pets — in France! | A recent article by Isabelle Toussaint (via Agence France-Presse) should come as no surprise to Americans, who are way ahead in junk pet food. She says, “The junk food and … | 2010/04/16 | Other Stuff | 2010-04-16 11:53:26 |
| Lawn and Garden Dangers for Pets | Don’t you love Spring, with its mild weather, green grass, and flowers everywhere? But it’s also time for a reminder that some of the things we associate with this season can … | 2010/04/15 | Holistic Pet Health | 2010-04-15 20:06:03 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter – March 2010 | by Dr. Jean Hofve & Jackson Galaxy Library of Congress ISSN #1550-0764 March 2010 In this issue: 1. News Bites: Nature’s Variety recall expanded… Fatal Attraction: Cats and ADHD drug… … | 2010/03/17 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2010-03-17 08:19:30 |
| BioSuperfood for Super Health | By Dr. Jean Hofve There are a zillion products out there that make marvelous claims about how they will improve your animal companion’s health. Many of these claims are exaggerated, … | 2010/01/17 | Holistic Pet Health, Holistic Pet Mall, Pet Food and Nutrition | 2010-01-17 13:43:52 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter – January 2010 | by Dr. Jean Hofve & Jackson Galaxy Library of Congress ISSN #1550-0764 In this issue: 1. News Bites Animal advocacy groups help promote proper wellness care for cats… February is … | 2010/01/17 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2010-01-17 08:57:02 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter – December 2009 | by Dr. Jean Hofve & Jackson Galaxy Library of Congress ISSN #1550-0764 Volume 7, No. 10 — December 2009 Note to our readers: We are having some technical difficulties with … | 2009/12/01 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2009-12-01 06:55:10 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter – November 2009 | by Dr. Jean Hofve & Jackson Galaxy Library of Congress ISSN #1550-0764 Vol. 7, No. 9 — November 2009 Please forgive the short newsletter and any formatting weirdness…we’re traveling and … | 2009/11/18 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2009-11-18 07:04:21 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter – October 2009 | by Dr. Jean Hofve & Jackson Galaxy Library of Congress ISSN #1550-0764 Volume 7, No. 8 – October 2009 In this issue: 1. News Bites: * Premium Edge cat … | 2009/10/01 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2009-10-01 07:10:34 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter – September 2009 | by Dr. Jean Hofve & Jackson Galaxy Library of Congress ISSN #1550-0764 Volume 7, No. 7 – September 2009 In This Issue: 1. News Bites 2. Cats and Claws — … | 2009/09/01 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2009-09-01 07:16:01 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter – August 2009 | by Dr. Jean Hofve & Jackson Galaxy Library of Congress ISSN #1550-0764 Volume 7, No. 6 — August 2009 In this issue: 1. News Bites California battles over declawing Pet … | 2009/08/01 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2009-08-01 07:27:30 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter – July 2009 | by Dr. Jean Hofve & Jackson Galaxy Library of Congress ISSN #1550-0764 Volume 7, No. 5 July 2009 In this issue: 1. News Bites 2. Is There a Link between … | 2009/07/18 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2009-07-18 07:33:56 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter – June 2009 | by Dr. Jean Hofve & Jackson Galaxy Library of Congress ISSN #1550-0764 Volume 7, No. 4 — June 2009 In this issue: 1. News Bites – EPA investigating toxicity of … | 2009/06/01 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2009-06-01 07:49:46 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter – May 2009 | by Dr. Jean Hofve & Jackson Galaxy Library of Congress ISSN #1550-0764 Volume 7, No. 3 – May 2009 In this issue: 1. News Bites 2. Swine Flu – What … | 2009/05/01 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2009-05-01 08:01:10 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter – April 2009 | by Dr. Jean Hofve & Jackson Galaxy Library of Congress ISSN #1550-0764 Volume 7, No. 2 — April 2009 In this issue: 1. News Bites 2. Urinary Tract Disorders in … | 2009/04/02 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2009-04-02 08:11:19 |
| CatsWalk Newsletter – March 2009 | by Dr. Jean Hofve & Jackson Galaxy Library of Congress ISSN #1550-0764 Volume 7, No. 1 — March 2009 In this issue: 1. News Bites Canned Food Prices Going Up … | 2009/03/01 | CatsWalk Newsletter | 2009-03-01 08:17:31 |
