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Gout Remedies - Alternative Healing Therapies
Gout remedies include aromatherapy treatment, juicing, and homeopathic remedies. These alternative healing therapies have no side effects, and are safe and effective.
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Standardized Herbs - Better Than Whole Herbs?
Are standardized herbs better than a whole herb? Which herbal therapy is recommended by naturopathic doctors? Make an informed choice when choosing an herbal remedy.
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Naturopathic Medicine Rooted in Holistic Healing
Naturopathic medicine is a blend of holistic healing and mainstream medicine that's based on the idea that the body will heal itself, if given a chance.
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Black Elderberry Syrup Easily Made at Home
Black elderberry is one of many natural healing herbs that has been used for centuries. Black elderberry syrup is an effective flu remedy, and is easy to make at home.
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Herbal Cold Remedy Provides Flu Relief
Looking for an herbal cold remedy? Black elderberry extract, catnip tea, and garlic are only three of the many herbal flu remedies that have been used for centuries.
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Cat Scratching Post - Give Kitty What She Wants
A cat scratching post is only useful if the feline uses it. Learn why Kitty prefers the furniture, and how to redirect her to a scratching post for cats instead.
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Cat Furniture Condo - Buying Kitty Cat Furniture
Choosing the right cat furniture condo can be a challenge. Avoid expensive mistakes when buying a kitty condo by learning what's important to both owners and cats.
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Natural Catnip - an Old Cold and Flu Remedy
Natural catnip products aren't just for cats. Catnip tea is very useful for treating colds, insomnia, eye irritation, upset stomachs, and colicky babies.
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Catnip Oil Promising as Organic Insect Repellent
Think natural catnip is just for kitties? Catnip oil is not only a safe insect repellent, but may also be useful for natural termite control in the future.
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Catnip Products a Big Hit Among Pet Owners
Catnip products are always popular among kitties and their owners. Catnip bubbles and catnip spray are only a few of the products available, or grow it at home instead.
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Cats and Catnip - Is Kitty Hiding Her Stash?
Cats and catnip are a fun combination. Catnip effects are harmless, and fun to watch, so go ahead and let Kitty keep that stash of organic catnip and her catnip toys.
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Declawing Cats - the Truth is Out There
Declawing cats is a hot topic, sure to generate heated debate. Misconceptions about feline declawing abound, but cat owners considering declawing need to know the facts.
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Declawing Alternatives - What to Try First
Declawing alternatives include cat nail clipping, training the kitty to use a cat scratching post, and gluing on nail caps for cats. Whether it works depends on the cat.
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Declawing a Cat - a Hard Decision
Declawing a cat stirs hot emotions on both sides of the issue. Some believe cat declawing should be banned, while others argue that it may prevent getting rid of the pet.
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Ear Mites in Kittens are a Common Problem
Ear mites in kittens may be an unpleasant surprise for a new cat owner. However, since cat ear mite treatment is easy and effective, there's no reason to ignore them.
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Cat Ear Mite Treatment Now Easy and Effective
Cat ear mite treatment used to be a month-long daily rodeo for cat owners. Ear mite treatment for cats today is much easier and less traumatic for both kitty and owner.
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Feline Ear Mite is Small, but Packs a Big Punch
The feline ear mite has a big impact for something so small. Constant scratching, head shaking, and feline ear infections result from infestations with pet ear mites.
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Feline Flea Control and Essential Oils
Feline flea control should be safe and effective. Even though essential oils are a natural flea remedy, many people aren't aware that they're very toxic to cats.
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Get Rid of Fleas by Knowing the Flea Life Cycle
Preventing flea infestation means using pet flea control methods to kill flea eggs and larva right along with adult fleas. Know the flea life cycle to get rid of fleas.
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Fleas and Humans - Do Cat Fleas Bite Humans?
Fleas and humans shouldn't be close neighbors. Feline flea control is essential to prevent flea infestation and flea bites on people, especially on children.
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How to Get Rid of Fleas on Kittens
Fleas on kittens can cause anemia, and also infect the kittens with tapeworms. Natural flea control for young kittens is a safe and effective way to get rid of fleas.
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Drowning Prevention Focuses on Pet Door Safety
Pet door safety is not a high priority for most parents. However, toddlers can easily crawl through cat flaps, leading to injury and death, including accidental drowning.
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Flea Bite Allergy Makes Life Miserable for Cats
Flea bite allergy in cats is usually seen in late summer. Feline flea control is the best way to prevent the itching and skin irritation of flea allergy dermatitis.
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Pyrethrin and Permethrin are Not the Same Thing
Pyrethrin is safely used for feline flea control, while permethrin is toxic to cats, and can poison a kitty. Safe flea control depends on knowing the difference.
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Does Natural Flea Control Really Work?
Interest in natural flea control is increasing, as news of adverse reactions to spot-on flea products is reported. Natural flea remedies are safe and effective.
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Are Feline Flea Control Products Safe?
Feline flea control is made easier by spot-on flea control products, but adverse reactions have been reported to the EPA. Non-toxic flea control is safe, but not as easy.
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Tips for Choosing the Best Pet Cat Carrier
Choosing the best pet cat carrier can be challenging, in view of all the options available today. Discover the pros and cons of different types of pet travel kennels.
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Traveling with a Cat Requires Planning Ahead
Taking a road trip with a cat may sound like an adventure best avoided. But traveling with a cat in a car isn't impossible, as long as the owner plans ahead.
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Automatic Litter Boxes - Only a Dream?
A self-cleaning litter box is at the top of the list for the kitty (or cat owner) who has everything. How do automatic cat litter boxes work? Which litter is used?
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Litter Training a Kitten is Usually Easy
Most of the time, the mother cat takes care of litter training a kitten. But if she doesn't, potty training kittens may be up to the cat owner. Here's what to do.
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Cat Litter Disposal - No Easy Answers
Kitty litter seems pretty innocuous, but actually it presents many environmental challenges. Even biodegradable cat litter is associated with cat litter disposal problems
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Controversy Surrounds Clumping Clay Cat Litter
Questions still persist about the safety of clumping clay cat litter. Many cat owners are avoiding the issue by providing natural cat litter for their kitties instead.
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Which Cat Litter is Best?
Kitty litter comes in so many varieties these days that choosing the right cat litter can seem overwhelming. Find the one kitty likes to prevent litter box problems.
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Solving Litter Box Problems - Stress is the Key
Litter box problems and a stressed cat often go together. Prevent inappropriate urination in cats by reducing stressful situations in a feline's life.
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Litter Box Problems - Digging for Answers
A cat not using the litter box is the most common reason why a feline is given away or even put down. Using the process of elimination can solve litter box problems.
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Health Insurance For Pets - Know the Facts
Health insurance for pets may not cover all veterinary pet care. Avoid expensive mistakes by answering these questions before purchasing any pet health insurance policy.
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Is Pet Insurance Worth the Money?
Pet health insurance is often touted as the answer to high veterinary bills. But is health insurance for pets really as good a deal as it seems?
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Feline Cancer Treatments are Advancing
Treatments for feline cancer have advanced considerably in recent years. Surgery, feline radiation, and chemotherapy for cats may be used to treat cancer in cats.
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Feline Lymphoma Linked to Secondhand Smoke
Cats who live with smokers have double the risk of developing feline lymphoma . Cat owners need to be aware of the dangers of secondhand smoke to their pets
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Feline Lymphoma - Know the Facts
Lymphoma in cats is the most common type of feline cancer. Knowing the facts about feline lymphoma is the best way to protect a cat from this deadly disease.
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Canine Diabetes and Three Ways to Prevent It
Is there any way to avoid diabetes in dogs? A low-carb diet and plenty of exercise can often prevent canine diabetes. Herbs for dogs can be used to regulate blood sugar.
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A Guide to Herbs for Dogs and Canine Diabetes
Scientific research shows that natural remedies for dogs are safe and effective for a diabetic canine. Herbs for dogs may be an additional option for a diabetic pet.
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Canine Diabetes and Natural Remedies for Dogs
Can diet, exercise, and herbs for dogs can help to lower blood sugar levels in a diabetic pet? Natural remedies for dogs can help to control canine diabetes.
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Can Cataracts in Diabetic Dogs be Prevented?
Most diabetic dogs will quickly develop cataracts and lose their sight. Can the use of herbs and natural remedies for dogs prevent blindness in dogs?
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Canine Diabetes Causes Blindness in Dogs
Cataracts in dogs are a very common complication for a diabetic canine. Most dogs with diabetes will develop cataracts and lose their sight. Why does this happen?
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A Guide to Complications of Canine Diabetes
Canine diabetes is a complex condition that can cause many complications. Some can be life-threatening, so owners of diabetic dogs must be alert for signs of problems.
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Diabetic Ketoacidosis in Dogs is Deadly
Diabetic ketoacidosis in dogs is often a result of untreated canine diabetes. This deadly side effect of diabetes in dogs requires fast and aggressive treatment.
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Guidelines for Feeding a Diabetic Dog
Managing diabetes in dogs can be challenging at first. Pet owners must decide what to feed, how often to feed it, and also learn when it's best to give an insulin shot.
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Diabetes In Dogs Is On The Rise
It's possible for a dog owner to lower his pet's chances of developing canine diabetes. Weight control is the best way to prevent diabetes in dogs.
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Canine Diabetes can be a Silent Killer
Diabetes in dogs is a dangerous disease that can be fatal if left untreated. All dog owners should know the symptoms of canine diabetes to prevent serious complications
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Tips For Flying With Kids
Holiday air travel is challenging enough, but add a child or two to the mix, and it can seem impossible. These travel tips for flying with kids can help.
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How To Keep Your Husband Healthy
Has your man gained a few extra pounds over the years? That extra weight can cause many men's health problems, especially if he has an apple shape.
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High Cholesterol And Children
High cholesterol in kids is something most parents don't even think about. But pediatricians report that more and more kids have elevated cholesterol levels.
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Cholesterol and Your Health
Cholesterol is essential for your body to function properly, but too much can lead to a heart attack or stroke. How do you manage your cholesterol levels to stay healthy?
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Weight Gain And Heart Disease
Weight gain is very common as people get older. If you put those pounds on in the wrong place, it can raise your risk of heart disease and coronary artery disease.
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Preventing Heart Disease In Women
It's a little-known fact that more women than men die of heart disease each year in the US. Heart disease kills more American women than all forms of cancer combined.
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Natural Remedies For Acid Reflux
Natural remedies for acid reflux include apple cider vinegar, aloe vera, licorice, ginger, and glutamine. Heartburn sufferers may want to try these home remedies first.
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GERD - Which Treatment Is Best?
People who suffer from GERD more than three times a week may need medication to control it. Which treatment is best for severe acid reflux or heartburn?
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Is It Heartburn or a Heart Attack?
Heartburn may be no more than a passing problem for most people. But it can be the only symptom of a heart attack for women in their forties. Ignoring it can be deadly.
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Heartburn Is Not Harmless
Heartburn is more than a nuisance. Left untreated, it can eventually cause problems with swallowing and may even lead to esophageal cancer.
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Home Remedies For Yeast Infection
Most people with a yeast infection reach for the anti-fungal creams. But home remedies for yeast infection, including tea tree oil, garlic, and myrrh, are worth a try.
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Thrush, Babies, and Breastfeeding
Thrush is a yeast infection that is often passed back and forth between breastfeeding moms and their babies. It can make both mom and baby very uncomfortable.
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Gentian Violet And Thrush
Thrush can make breastfeeding your baby a painful experience. Gentian violet is messy, but it's a great home treatment for both moms and babies with a yeast infection.
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Yeast Infections And Candidiasis
Candida albicans, a yeast found in everyone's body, is usually controlled by beneficial bacteria. But an overgrowth of Candida can cause yeast infections and candidiasis.
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Can Vaccinations Cause Cancer?
Vaccine associated sarcoma (VAS) is an aggressive, fast-growing feline cancer that is often fatal. Both rabies and feline leukemia vaccinations have been linked to VAS.
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Skin Cancer And Your Cat
White cats and older cats have higher cancer risks, especially for skin tumors, which are more likely to be malignant in cats. Sun exposure can be a factor.
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Warning Signs Of Cancer In Cats
Cancer is a leading cause of death in older cats. Knowing the warning signs of cancer may help in finding it earlier, when treatment has a better chance of success.
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Parasites And Your Cat
Roundworms, hookworms, and tapeworms come to mind when people think of parasites. But fleas, ticks, and ear mites are also parasites that can affect your cat's health.
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Training Your Cat With a Clicker
Most people think you can't train a cat, but this isn't true. Successful cat training requires moving at your cat's pace, along with using rewards-based techniques.
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Do You Have An Alpha Cat?
An alpha cat is a natural leader who controls people and other animals around her with aggressive behavior. Gain the upper hand with behavior modification techniques.
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How To Get A Cat To Stop Biting
Do you have an evil cat who bites for no reason? Not all cats are sweet and cuddly, but simple cat training techniques can end cat behavior problems.
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How Can I Tell If My Cat Is Sick?
Cats can be quite adept at hiding signs of illness. Many cats don't see a vet until they are very sick, simply because their owners didn't realize anything was wrong.
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Does Your Cat Have Separation Anxiety?
Does your kitty have separation anxiety? You may be surprised to know that cats suffer from this, too. If you ignore it, other cat behavior problems may follow.
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How To Get Rid Of Fleas
Many cat owners need to get rid of fleas. Use these feline flea control tips to keep a few cat fleas from quickly turning into a flea infestation.
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Hair Loss In Cats
Hair loss in cats can have several different causes,including fleas, ringworm, allergies, or stress. Determining the cause is essential for proper treatment.
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Hair Loss In Children
Children's hair loss is a more common problem than you would expect. In fact, in the US, it's the reason for about three percent of all trips to the pediatrician.
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Menopause and Hair Loss
Hormonal hair loss is a problem for nearly 50% of menopausal women. Non-estrogenic herbs for menopause may help prevent or reverse this common complaint.
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Diabetes and Hair Loss
Many people who suffer from diabetes don't know they have it. Sudden hair loss can be one of the first noticeable symptoms of diabetes.
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Female Hair Loss
Few things are harder on a woman than losing her hair. Most people think of hair loss as a problem affecting only men, but nearly 40% of hair loss sufferers are women.
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Natural Hair Loss Remedies
Natural hair loss remedies are often as close as your kitchen pantry. These remedies are inexpensive, readily available, and have few, if any, side effects.
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Feline Diabetes And Your Cat
Feline diabetes is reaching alarming levels in the US. Evidence shows that this disease is man-made, and is completely preventable.
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Vitamins For Hair Growth
Many people with thinning hair wonder if taking vitamins for hair loss can help. Poor diets, combined with too much stress, can certainly affect how well your hair grows.
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Bobcat Fever Is Spread By Ticks
Bobcat fever is fatal to cats. Most cat owners have never heard of it, but if you live in the southeastern or south central United States, you need to know about it.
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