This time of year introduces new items to our homes that can present danger to curious pets. With well-meaning guests bringing gifts and our schedules being hectic keep the following in mind.

Toxic Plants – Mistletoe, Christmas Cactus, Holly/Berries, Poinsettia, Hemlock and Ivy are all toxic and can cause a range of reactions from discomfort and vomiting to death.

by Ruth Ann Miller, And Puppy Dog Tails

It is reccommended that your dog be groomed every 4 to 6 weeks. This is not done for the profits, there is far more to it than that. Lack of grooming can definitely affect the state of your dog’s health.

Here is why:

by Lorraine Houston, Speaking of Dogs

It is important to educate existing and potential pet owners on the importance of spaying and neutering their dogs and cats.

Spaying and neutering refers to the surgical procedure that prevents pets from reproducing by removing the reproductive organs. In both cases the operation is performed while the pet is under anesthesia and typically requires an over night stay at your veterinarian's clinic. The benefits of spaying or neutering your pet encompass a variety of issues including health, behaviour and over-population.

by Corry Hamilton BSc. Biochemistry, Taking the Lead

Dr Edward Bach worked at the Royal London Homeopathic Hospital back in the 1930’s. Dr Bach was a highly respected bacteriologist and homeopathic doctor. He believed that physical illness and emotional states were interlinked, with emotional issues giving rise to physical problems. Dr Bach believed that by treating the underlying emotional issues that you could treat the physical problems. He developed 38 remedies that corresponded to different emotions. Each flower essence has a specific effect on emotional and behavioural problems.