If we want our dogs to enjoy long, healthy lives, the foundations must be built early. Just as with humans, there are no magic fixes later in life to undo years of poor nutrition or lack of care. But by laying down strong foundations – with wholesome food, herbal support, movement, and emotional wellbeing – we can give our companions the best chance of thriving into old age.

It's summer and it's time to get the buzz on how to protect your horse from disease-carrying mosquitoes. 

Yes, maintaining a healthy diet can support and strengthen your immune system! We have a responsibility to care for our bodies and enhance our body's natural immune system and make it as strong as it possible...

As storm season approaches, many pet owners brace themselves not only for wild weather but also for the emotional turmoil it can bring to their dogs. Even the calmest and most placid dogs can become unsettled, displaying behaviour that seems completely at odds with their usual temperament.

Christmas tends to be a time of quite a few alcoholic drinks, excess food, unhealthy treats, less sleep, stress and for some, lots of gatherings and parties!  Although it is good to enjoy yourself, there are some steps you can take to minimise the impact…. especially on your liver. 

Masticatory Muscle myositis (MMM) is an immune-mediated, inflammatory condition that affects the muscles of the jaw in dogs. Specifically, the immune system starts making antibodies directed against type II muscle fibres. In acute cases, muscles are swollen, and there is difficulty in opening the jaw.

What sets performance horses apart from the average riding horse is their intelligence, beauty and sensitivity. They really are a professional riders dream- but for the amateur rider these beautiful horses can be a handful! Often sensitivity is interpreted as anxiety.

Patterson's curse, scientifically known as Echium plantagineum, is a toxic plant that can have harmful effects on horses if ingested and can result in death if horse is left to graze the weed for extended periods…

Home cleaning products, deodorisers and air fresheners, insect repellants and most pet shampoos all contain artifical fragrances and chemicals. Often these are used to get a 'clean and 'fresh' smell, and to cover other odours. These chemicals don't have to be specified on the label but can pose significant health risks for your pet's health...

Peri-menopause is considered the 2 to 12 years prior to menopause. Many women may be surprised to learn that the transition begins from 35 years of age and can often be the time of greatest onset of symptoms leading up to menopause. Physiological effects may begin to emerge in small episodes without realising the signs...

People are always searching for the best way to protect themselves and their family from potential illness but it's important to ensure that what we put in to our bodies is real, healthy and whole food based..

Nettle leaf has been used in traditional medicine for many centuries. It is commonly known for its sting as you brush past with bare skin but this plant commonly thought as a weed, has studies backing up many of the traditional beliefs about nettle’s medicinal properties...