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By Carrie Hyde, The Spaw Pet Life Coach | July 5, 2023 This may seem strange for someone as holistically-minded as me to say, but it’s time to stop looking for a holistic vet. Now, if you’ve already found a holistic veterinarian that you like, congratulations! This post isn’t for you. This post is for...
By Carrie Hyde, The Spaw Pet Life Coach | April 2, 2023 You wouldn’t hesitate to get a second opinion if your doctor gave you a diagnosis you didn’t agree with. So why do so many pet owners struggle with the idea of seeing someone else when their vet provides a diagnosis that doesn’t add...
By Carrie Hyde, The Spaw Pet Life Coach | March 20, 2023 Whether they’ve got a scrape, a burn, or a cut, our pets love to lick their wounds. Given how insistent they are on the practice, it seems counterintuitive to make them stop. I mean, certainly, there’s a reason they’ve evolved to do this....
By Carrie Hyde, The Spaw Pet Life Coach | March 18, 2023 When someone mentions melatonin, most people think about sleep. But the truth is, this hormone does a lot more for the body than you might think. And one of the more recent discoveries concerning melatonin is that it plays a powerful role in...
By Carrie Hyde, The Spaw Pet Life Coach | February 5, 2023 Most people assume that bathing a dog is good for their skin and coat. After all, there is nothing softer or more cuddly than a freshly groomed canine. But bathing, especially when done too frequently or with harsh shampoos, can hurt the skin’s...
By Carrie Hyde, The Spaw Pet Life Coach | December 18, 2022 Getting your dog used to being groomed is a necessity no matter what breed they are. But for those curly-coated and specialty breeds that will spend an exceptional amount of time at the groomers throughout their lives, it is even more important to...
By Carrie Hyde, The Spaw Pet Life Coach | October 20, 2022 For the most part, we don’t believe dairy is a great choice for dogs and cats. Our pets simply do not have the right enzymes to properly digest milk. But there is one exception to this rule. Goat’s milk, which is different from...
By Carrie Hyde, The Spaw Pet Life Coach | August 31, 2022 It’s never been more expensive to own a pet. Not only is inflation driving up the cost of every procedure and medication, but vets are asking more of pet owners than ever. Annual checkups have suddenly become twice-yearly checkups. The list of recommended...
By Carrie Hyde | August 1, 2022 When prepared correctly with the right precautions, raw pet food is safe for both your furry friend to eat and you to handle. Unfortunately, many owners aren’t aware of the right way to deal with this kind of diet. And many do things that put both themselves and...
By Carrie Hyde | July 23, 2022 Across the country, numerous industries are experiencing staff and labor shortages. One area that has not gone unaffected by these shortages is the veterinary care industry. Short staffing, illness, and an increase in pets finding homes during the pandemic have led to a pet care crisis. Many pet...
