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What is Ethoxyquin and Why Should Pet Owners Care?

What is Ethoxyquin and Why Should Pet Owners Care?

Ethoxyquin (also known as Santoquin, Santoflex, and Quinol, under trademarks) is a chemical preservative that is used in some pet foods to help prevent rancidity in fats. It has been used for various purposes since the 1960s, but the effects of it on humans and animals are potentially harmful. Learn more about this chemical and what you can do to protect your pet below:

A Great Herb For Dogs and Cats: Motherwort

A Great Herb For Dogs and Cats: Motherwort

This week's herb is motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca).

When I see motherwort, I always think of its great attributes for heart conditions. Specifically, for the over-rapid heartbeat that is brought about by anxiety, tension, and similar conditions. When used for heart maladies, it will strengthen the heartbeat while lowering high blood pressure. It is also a great herb for:

Why You and Your Pet Need Fermented Foods

Why You and Your Pet Need Fermented Foods

We all have good and bad bacteria within our body and we need to remember the importance of how it works within the body. Fermented foods are a nutritious, simple way of promoting healthy bacteria.

Marshmallow: An Herb For Cats and Dogs

Marshmallow: An Herb For Cats and Dogs

Marshmallow is well-known for helping lubricate internal tissues, soothing skin ailments, and aiding the urinary tract. The entire plant can be harvested for healing treasures - use the root mainly for digestive and skin problems, and the leaf for soothing the lungs and the urinary system.

A Great Herb For Dogs and Cats: Motherwort

A Great Herb For Dogs and Cats: Motherwort

This week's herb is motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca).

When I see motherwort, I always think of its great attributes for heart conditions. Specifically, for the over-rapid heartbeat that is brought about by anxiety, tension, and similar conditions. When used for heart maladies, it will strengthen the heartbeat while lowering high blood pressure. It is also a great herb for: