tag:www.columbianaturalawakenings.com,2005:/categories/natural-pet?page=9Natural Pet Natural Pet | Natural Awakenings of Columbia Page 9Healthy Living Healthy Planet2020-02-29T18:42:16-05:00urn:uuid:fd74af31-18f6-4ab3-8ab7-addf1f327dae2019-08-16T00:03:58-04:002020-02-29T18:42:16-05:00Enzyme Therapy for Pets: A Key to Good Health2017-03-31 10:31:19 -0400Shawn MessonnierEnzymes are essential to the digestive health of dogs and cats and can aid ills ranging from vomiting to arthritis to shedding.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.columbianaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings of Columbia</a></small></p>urn:uuid:ec7f3342-9217-47b8-853d-b282047b8b782019-08-16T00:09:31-04:002021-03-11T15:48:37-05:00Natural Remedies for Itchy Pets: Gentle Ways to Calm Allergies2017-02-28 12:25:30 -0500Sandra MurphyIf a pet has dry, itchy skin or environmental allergies, natural remedies as simple as witch hazel and aloe vera can ease the suffering.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.columbianaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings of Columbia</a></small></p>urn:uuid:329bb3aa-2965-45a6-8a73-36b984bdc6ce2019-08-16T00:42:07-04:002019-08-16T00:42:07-04:00Heart-To-Heart With a Horse: Their Gentle Empathy Helps Us Heal2017-01-31 12:45:56 -0500Sandra MurphyWhat avid horse-lovers know, people in emotional distress are now learning: Horses have a way of encouraging us to feel whole and happy.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.columbianaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings of Columbia</a></small></p>urn:uuid:602e1e19-56d7-4ae0-acaf-5f0021bee07e2019-08-16T00:55:29-04:002019-08-16T00:55:29-04:00Functional Medicine for Pets: Why the Best Vets Use It2016-12-28 15:34:39 -0500Shawn MessonnierMost vets turn first to pills and surgery, but functional medicine vets consider an animal’s genetic makeup and exposure to toxins and generally lean toward more gentle natural treatments and prevention.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.columbianaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings of Columbia</a></small></p>urn:uuid:a2e56b1c-cc29-479a-bd19-d4db452b7cdd2019-08-16T00:35:36-04:002019-08-16T00:35:36-04:00Fetch, Stretch, Dance: Make Your Dog an Exercise Buddy2016-11-30 13:03:15 -0500Sandra MurphyInstead of just walking the family dog, there are vigorous, heart-pumping ways to work out with a furry friend, even in inclement weather.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.columbianaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings of Columbia</a></small></p>urn:uuid:c9ee1274-8547-4cf4-84e4-39d05c5fda562019-08-16T01:03:50-04:002019-08-16T01:03:50-04:00Stoned Doggies: Dangers vs. Benefits of Pet Marijuana2016-10-31 11:13:26 -0400AnonymousAlthough a certain form of marijuana can ease pet pain, dogs that mistakenly gulp THC-laced food can suffer trembling and seizures.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.columbianaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings of Columbia</a></small></p>urn:uuid:6995b609-ab04-4d64-9501-b605274d63b52019-08-16T00:19:55-04:002019-08-16T00:19:55-04:00Boarding Solutions for Beloved Pets: The Best are Pet, People and Planet Friendly2016-10-31 11:13:10 -0400Sandra MurphyTo find a kennel that loves your pet like you do, focus on cleanliness and eco-friendliness.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.columbianaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings of Columbia</a></small></p>urn:uuid:8d36e3b0-6198-438c-89ed-462242f03e102019-08-16T01:08:51-04:002019-08-16T01:08:51-04:00Cat-astrophe: How to Slim a Fat Feline2016-09-30 11:20:18 -0400Sandra MurphyThree of five American cats are overweight, but simple feeding and exercise strategies can restore a plump feline to jungle-cat sleekness.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.columbianaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings of Columbia</a></small></p>urn:uuid:41bc0a35-92a8-41c9-9954-9d8133b6037e2019-08-16T01:06:17-04:002019-08-16T01:06:17-04:00Happy Furry Home: Tips for Keeping a Pet-Friendly Home Clean2016-08-31 14:07:16 -0400Sandra MurphyIf you love to live with pets but not their dirty feet and fluff balls, here are effective strategies to keep our space—and theirs—sparkling clean.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.columbianaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings of Columbia</a></small></p>urn:uuid:822724c5-7836-4e92-84b2-88c41cc0f4032019-08-16T00:45:59-04:002019-08-16T00:45:59-04:00Handle Wild Things With Care: How to Help Injured Animals2016-07-29 13:30:48 -0400Sandra MurphyMany critters that look abandoned or hurt don’t actually need our help—but if we do see a bird, squirrel, turtle or other wild animal in distress, here’s a guide on what to do.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.columbianaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings of Columbia</a></small></p>