Health Concerns

Why Does My Cat Puke?

July 15, 2021/ Jenna Harrison

Vomiting is one of the most commonly reported clinical signs noted in feline veterinary exams. While many cat owners fancy their cats as just having “sensitive stomachs” or simply “eating too fast”, chronic vomiting is not by any means healthy or ‘normal’.

Myth: Kibble Cleans My Pet’s Teeth.

July 5, 2021/ NorthPoint Pets

Fact: Kibble contains large amounts of carbohydrates (sugars), creating an environment where bad bacteria thrive – often leading to …

MSM: A Boost for Your Dog’s Joint Health

June 8, 2021/ NorthPoint Pets

Methylsulfonylmethane, or MSM, enhances joint health & can also help with these six ailments: Blocking Pain Signals Reducing inflammation …

Bowl Building Tip #1: Just Add Water

May 11, 2021/ Jenna Harrison

Proper hydration impacts your pet’s health at many levels and is the most powerful, least expensive improvement you can …

How Do I Make My Dog Eat Slower?

April 23, 2021/ Jenna Harrison

Pet Food Allergies: Ingredient Quality and Processing Explained

March 12, 2021/ NorthPoint Pets

Pet parents often mistakenly blame specific ingredients on their pet food label for their pet’s allergy symptoms. However, allergies …

What Causes Dog Tear Stains? Plus Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention

March 1, 2021/ Nicole Cammack and Morgan Hunt

You’re probably frustrated with your pet’s tear stains if you’re reading this. Maybe you’ve tried every over-the-counter solution, changed your pet’s food and have been vigilant about cleaning, all to no avail. So, what can you do?

The Good, Better, and Best Dental Care for Your Pet

February 15, 2023

Your pet’s dental health is an important piece of their overall health and wellness. Oral disease can be caused...

Keep Your Pet’s Heart Healthy. Without Changing Their Food

February 9, 2023

When your pet is diagnosed with a heart dysfunction or heart…

The Importance of Dental Health in Dogs and Cats

February 7, 2023

February is here and what that entails in the animal world is…

Over Grooming

February 1, 2023

Grooming is an essential part of your pet’s life. There are a couple of factors that play a role in how often to groom your pet. Skin health, coat type, (long, short, medium, curly, wavy, thick, etc.), activity level, health, and breed should all be considered. What happens if we groom our pets too frequently? Grooming too frequently can result in damage to the hair follicles, dry irritated skin, and can also lead to bacterial and/or fungal infections as well.

Organotherapy

January 30, 2023

If you haven't heard of organotherapy, you're not alone. This…

Joint Health Solutions: Exploring Joint Supplements for Cats and Dogs

December 28, 2022

Joint health is an important concern for pet owners, as joint problems can cause pain and decreased mobility in cats and dogs. Thankfully, there are a number of joint supplements that are designed to help improve joint health and reduce pain. These supplements typically contain one or more of the following ingredients: glucosamine sulfate, glucosamine HCl, chondroitin, MSM, and hyaluronic acid.