by Amber Keiper “Dinner’s ready!” mom yells from the kitchen. In rushes her twin sons as they wrestle for a seat closest to the window. Dad, already seated, warns, “Knock it off boys.” As the family settles down for dinner, mom asks, “Where’s Rocky? He usually beats you boys to the punch.” The twins shrug
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by Robert Mueller I would guess that very few people are aware of the connection between dental health and the benefits provided for good cardiovascular health. The dental industry has changed over the last few decades, and with the knowledge gained from research and preventive dentistry, the incidence of heart disease has been reduced. The
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Question: “What is the difference between omega 3, 6, and 9 and do I really need to add this to my dog’s daily diet? She has allergies (shedding, hot spots) and some mobility/joint problems. Thanks!” Answer: To talk about essential fatty acids (EFAs), we have to talk about inflammation. Each EFA plays a different role
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By Robert Mueller Many times dogs are affected by canine arthritis (osteoarthritis) which is caused by the degradation of the cartilage within a joint. The cartilage functions as a buffer between the bones – once the cartilage breaks down, it reduces the function of the joint and creates pain and/or stiffness. While minimal breakdown of
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