tag:www.nachicago.com,2005:/categories/natural-pet?page=4Natural Pet Natural Pet | Natural Sustainable Living Chicago Page 4Healthy Living Healthy Planet2021-05-28T10:30:33-05:00urn:uuid:9fb8de10-b143-4d82-8b2d-5336208b2d012020-10-27T17:02:45-05:002021-05-28T10:30:33-05:00Skin-Soothing Herbs for Dogs and Cats: Simple Ways to Reduce Itching2020-10-30 08:30:00 -0500Greg TilfordFrom allergies to liver deficiency to diet, many factors can itch, inflame and irritate the skin of our pets. Here are herbs that can help comfort and relieve an itchy dog or cat.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:8e6ea5a2-4720-44cf-9110-42a7befe30832020-09-22T12:27:25-05:002023-02-28T16:53:03-06:00Cancer-Free Pets: Five Ways to Help Keep Them Healthy2020-09-30 08:30:00 -0500Karen Shaw BeckerPractical nutrition and lifestyle tips to help protect and prevent a dog or cat from developing cancer as well as symptoms that pet owners need to be aware of.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:5acaf1c4-14b5-4a95-b8ed-8e80da0a2cb12020-08-26T15:03:12-05:002021-08-26T16:08:15-05:00Finding the Right Tune for Pets: Music Calms the Animal Soul2020-08-31 08:30:00 -0500Julie PetersonThe mood of dogs and cats can be improved by hearing the right kind of music. Here are some research-backed musical selections to help your pet become calm, relaxed and stress-free.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:27c4e467-dfc6-40e6-9c79-6effcf2e4c842020-07-29T17:10:25-05:002024-03-28T12:35:37-05:00Animal Care Group Bialy’s Wellness Foundation is Now Wild Hearts2020-07-31 10:00:00 -0500Kyle HassWild Hearts provides continuous, comprehensive care to animals with mobility issues and the people that love them, including financial and resource support, veterinary services, holistic rehabilitation therapy and more. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:adeffd8a-87c5-474f-b449-7d9eb9c2f35f2020-07-29T20:30:08-05:002024-03-28T12:35:37-05:00Natural Ways to Keep Senior Dogs Fit and Active Amidst COVID-192020-07-31 10:00:00 -0500Dr. Albert Ahn, DVMJust like humans are putting an emphasis on exercise to stay healthy right now, we need to make sure we’re keeping our dogs active, too. Dr. Albert Ahn, DVM gives tips for natural approaches dog parents can take to keep senior dogs fit and active.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:9beef2e2-c286-4623-89fd-f4a6a12db4502020-07-22T15:06:36-05:002021-03-31T15:43:03-05:00Cool Treats for Cats and Dogs2020-07-31 08:00:00 -0500Tonya WilhelmHomemade recipes for DIY dog and cat treats using healthy ingredients to improve digestion, reduce inflammation, strengthen the immune system, protect against cardiovascular disease and more.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:73d8c797-7d23-4268-8c55-19bfcbe9a2502020-06-12T13:06:18-05:002022-03-31T09:56:44-05:00Earth-Friendly Pets: Our Animals Can Go Green, Too2020-06-30 08:30:00 -0500Julie PetersonEco-friendly alternatives pet owners can choose for toys, homeopathic remedies, grooming, food and more for dogs and cats.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:1ceb56c9-34da-4c1a-8493-ee80e621b7982020-05-22T16:22:27-05:002023-02-28T17:10:15-06:00Soothing Separation: Helping Anxious Dogs to Cope2020-05-29 08:30:00 -0500Julie PetersonNatural, holistic solutions and ways to help treat separation anxiety syndrome in dogs, including foods, exercise, supplements and accessories.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:22c70dcf-9ac1-4796-b4b0-68b5cbca45882020-05-06T19:26:40-05:002020-05-06T21:54:32-05:00Jade and Trubs: An Unlikely Love Story2020-05-06 19:26:39 -0500Carol NovelloMutual Rescue shares compelling, true stories that demonstrate that when people adopt animals, their own lives can be dramatically transformed in positive and often unexpected ways. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:bc99a646-93f3-4384-8c0f-bc63896ff5d72020-04-30T18:44:04-05:002024-03-28T12:35:37-05:00Pandemic Pets: 3 Tips for Chicagoland Pet Owners2020-04-30 18:44:03 -0500Carol NovelloHelpful tips to keep pets engaged—and provide something other than the coronavirus news to focus on.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:2bc51c7a-24c6-4841-8796-502eb311b8882020-04-16T14:45:46-05:002022-03-31T10:00:39-05:00Coronavirus Pet Safety: Facts and Tips for Dog and Cat Owners2020-04-16 14:45:46 -0500Shawn MessonnierVeterinary advice on what pet owners need to know when it comes to COVID-19 and their dogs and cats.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:1b6728ae-0dfa-4b33-9205-98b1c1767f152020-03-27T16:58:02-05:002022-03-31T10:03:08-05:00Acupuncture For Animals: Needles Work Wonders on Pets2020-03-31 08:30:00 -0500Julie PetersonDogs, cats, horses and even animals such as reptiles, rabbits and livestock are reaping the benefits of holistic veterinary acupuncture for injuries, arthritis, immunity disorders and more.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:54c0e943-b92b-4911-b733-af3dd29b876a2020-02-20T11:24:12-06:002022-03-31T10:05:11-05:00Kibble Quandary: A Fresh Look at Pet Food2020-02-28 08:30:00 -0600Julie PetersonHealthier alternatives than commercial, processed foods for dogs and cats including feeding home-cooked meals, biologically appropriate raw food (BARF) and vegan or vegetarian diets.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:300b6340-dbbf-4688-9da8-c52fc005d1162020-01-27T13:15:12-06:002021-03-31T15:43:06-05:00Pain Relief for Pets: Prolotherapy Gives Joints New Life2020-01-31 08:30:00 -0600Rachael OppyAny animal with a joint can receive prolotherapy, a regenerative injection therapy, which relieves pain by strengthening ligaments and tendons supporting the joint.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>urn:uuid:58a8cc04-90df-4607-9cdf-fd96b9217f452019-12-16T18:55:22-06:002022-03-31T10:07:25-05:00When Older Pets Get Quirky: Dealing With Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome2019-12-30 08:30:00 -0600Rachael OppyCognitive dysfunction syndrome (CDS) can affect dogs or cats. Here are signs to look for, ways to care for the pet and tips for possibly preventing cognitive decline.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nachicago.com">Natural Awakenings Chicago</a></small></p>