From Itchy Paws to Healthy Paws!

Make paw touching a positive experience. Teach your dog “Give Paw” and reward with a small, healthy treat. This will make paw wiping go much more smoothly! Summer is here and the warm weather brings us outside!  This is terrific for our health and for our...
How To Calm Stressed or Anxious Pets

How To Calm Stressed or Anxious Pets

One of the most common questions I’m asked at Holistic Pet Mentor is how to calm stressed or anxious pets.  This is a fitting topic for the month of July since many pets are stressed by the loud cracks from fireworks!  However, we know that pets can be...

The Skin Microbiome & What It Means For Itchy Pets

In a previous blog, I discussed the importance of the microbiome, or a “good bacteria” environment. Today, I want to discuss the importance of our pets’ skin microbiome and how that relates to skin irritations. This is by far the number one pet problem I hear...

What Is The Microbiome And Why Should We Care?

I’m super excited to share with you something that I find fascinating! It’s BACTERIA!! They are a vital ally to our bodies and our pet’s bodies! More specifically, it’s the microbiome, a community of bacteria, protozoa, fungi, and viruses. These “good...
How To Keep Bugs off Your Pets Naturally

How To Keep Bugs off Your Pets Naturally

Ahhh, the joys of spring!  Birds chirping, flowers blooming, warmer temps and it’s time to think about natural flea and tick prevention for your pets!   If your dog or cat has ever had fleas or ticks, you know that once they get inside the home, they are a pain to get...