There is a lot of buzz in the news about free radicals and antioxidants. It is clear they are important players in our health and the health of our pets. Keep reading for a better understanding of what they are and how they impact physical condition. What is a Free Radical? A free radical is … Read more
Human Supplements vs. Dog Supplements As humans, we experience many of the same joint problems that our best dog pals feel. We are prone to stiffness, limited mobility and other signs of aging. While many of us take a joint supplement, it’s important to differentiate between what’s beneficial for us and what’s best for our … Read more
Halloween Safety Tips for Fido Halloween is a fun time of the year. Candy, jack-o-lanterns, candles, costumes, and outings to trick-or-treat are among Halloween celebrations. Unfortunately, parts of the spooktacular festivities can be scary for pets and hazardous to their health. This is why NuVet Labs is proud to re-post this article with updated Halloween … Read more
NuVet Labs is happy to re-post this article to remind puppy parents how to keep Fido safe this 4th of July. It’s the 4th of July holiday – friends, family and festivities are on their way. Fireworks, swimming pools and tasty food hot off the grill are probably in the forefront of most minds during this fun … Read more
It is no secret that people tend to favor their right or left hand for writing, throwing, eating, and other tasks. The actual number of righties, lefties, and those who are ambidextrous is not clear. Many scientific studies concerning handedness have been unable to determine why some people preferentially use one hand over the other. Researchers … Read more
Have you ever worked somewhere or wished that you worked somewhere that dogs or cats were welcome? An article in the Scientific American states that “60% of Americans own a pet.” This is represented in a cultural push towards pet-friendly work environments. Here at NuVet we love dogs and cats and can easily understand how … Read more
Scientists know that dogs and humans are similar in anatomy and physiology, but many are reluctant to believe they share similar traits of emotion and personality. In today’s society, dogs have become regular family members. That means a dog needs to have personality characteristics that fit in well with his owner and other family members. … Read more
It is well known that each new U.S. president begins his term of office with a head of hair that shows no or very little gray. After four years of the stressful job of managing the affairs of our country, his hair is prematurely salt-and-pepper or mostly gray. The gray stress highlights are even more … Read more
At the end of the day, your dog wants nothing more than to spend some quality time with you. As a beloved member of your family, you probably want to make sure that you can include your pet in all of your vacation plans. Don’t leave your best pal home when you head to the … Read more
It is a well-known fact that pet parents talk to their dogs. “Come, sit, stay” are common words but more endearing terms like “good dog” and “I love you pup” are often heard. The average pup understands about 165 words, signs, and signals according to Dr. Stanley Coren, best-selling author of many books explaining dog … Read more