As our clients» focus on
pet health increases, the benefits of twice - a-year pet wellness exams become obvious.
Not exact matches
Adopting a
pet boosts family mental, emotional and physical
health and
increases outdoor activities and socialization.
«With the onset of summer and an
increased chance of contact between wildlife,
pets, and humans, rabies is always a concern,» said Erie County
Health Commissioner Dr. Gale Burstein.
Research published in Activities, Adaption & Aging calls for
increased understanding about older adults, the relationship between
pet ownership and
health, and the current barriers which limit older adults» chances to own a
pet.
The result is an
increase in ticks, brown recluse spiders and black widow spiders, all serious
health hazards for both
pets and humans, she added.
Peter Wanless, Chief Executive of the NSPCC said: «
Increasing mental
health support in schools will be an important step to ensure more children get the help they need.
«There's
increasing interest in ingredients that positively influence the microbiome, like probiotics, prebiotic fibers and fermented ingredients to support digestive and immune
health in
pets,» says Michael Landa, founder and CEO of Nulo Pet Food in Austin, Texas.
As so many studies — some funded by the Human Animal Bond Research Initiative (HABRI)-- point out with
increasing regularity, there are many
health benefits humans can get from being
pet owners.
For customers who object to the higher price tag, retailers should instruct staff to make sure the customer understands that a larger habitat will promote the long - term
health of their
pet through an
increased opportunity to exercise.
There is an
increasing number of tech and app development companies that are developing wearable gadgets for animals and
pets, whether to keep track of them via GPS or monitor their
health.
«This category is experiencing substantial growth due in large part to
pet parents understanding the value of their own oral
health, the humanizing of their
pets and the
increased emphasis in the media about
pet wellness,» says Deborah Brown, vice president of
Pet King Brands, Inc., based in Westmont, Ill. «
Pet parents are also becoming more educated about the long - term implications of not providing good oral care.»
The
increase in consumers educating themselves on
pet health also helped the company's transition from vet - only distribution to a wider retail audience.
An
increased awareness of
pet health issues and a desire to minimize the need for veterinary visits, he says, has driven customers to be proactive about preventing
health issues.
From the benefits of service animals for veterans with post-traumatic stress, to
increased positive social behaviors in children with autism when an animal is present, this groundbreaking research is helping the medical profession and the insurance industry understand the positive role
pets play in improving human
health.
According to studies by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, owning a
pet can decrease blood pressure and cholesterol levels and
increase opportunities for exercise and socialisation, both of which have immense
health benefits.
«Owning a
pet gives you a sense of purpose and belonging that can
increase feelings of positivity and lower stress levels, all of which translates to
health benefits,» Dr. Allen McConnell, a psychology professor at Miami University, says.
The bottom line is that
pet health care revenues are
increasing at a double - digit rate, and businesses and individuals are getting rich off of it.
«Apart from the direct
pet health issues, the category is mostly driven by the generally
increased health awareness in people, which drives all the changes on the grocery shelves,» says Harald Fisker, founder of Grizzly
Pet Products.
Now that HABRI has established a track record of research leadership, the National Institutes of
Health, Centers for Disease Control and an increasing number of leading pet product and animal health companies, organizations and individuals rely on HABRI as a credible and trusted resource for scientific inform
Health, Centers for Disease Control and an
increasing number of leading
pet product and animal
health companies, organizations and individuals rely on HABRI as a credible and trusted resource for scientific inform
health companies, organizations and individuals rely on HABRI as a credible and trusted resource for scientific information.
The answer is simple — widespread knowledge of the
health benefits of
pets will
increase spending over the long term.
When
pet parents enjoy
increased health, happiness and overall wellbeing, they seek products that will replicate these benefits for their animals.
In terms of
health benefits, it
increases the life span of your
pet while also reducing the risk of cancers and other diseases.
Switch your dog to any of these Best Organic Dog Food Brands for a drastic improvement in your
pet's
health and an
increase in their lifespan.
Living in a home with a smoker
increases the risk of
health problems, including cancer for not only you but your
pet as well.
As your
pet ages, the potential for
health problems can
increase.
Kathy Lewis said she hopes that Bacon's experience helps to
increase awareness among people who keep traditional livestock animals and exotics as
pets about their unique
health concerns and needs.
However, your
pet is not a wild animal, and so all they accomplish by hiding their disease is an
increase in difficulty for those trying to care for their
health.
Keep your dog active and content by providing a daily supplement that
increases health and promotes an active lifestyle for your
pet.
Besides improving your
pet's
health, spaying or neutering your puppy can also
increase her or his lifespan.
Diabetic
Health for Cats has an increasing prevalence, more owners are discovering that their feline pets are afflicted with this very manageable health cond
Health for Cats has an
increasing prevalence, more owners are discovering that their feline
pets are afflicted with this very manageable
health cond
health condition.
With Vet Set's help, you can manage these factors in order to prolong your senior
pet's good
health and vitality, and
increase his or her wellbeing, even as his or her pace slows a bit.
Low urine specific gravity (urinalysis too dilute) high levels of metabolic waste in the blood (elevated BUN and Creatinine) and
increased body acidity (metabolic acidosis) are also common in Addison's disease; but they also occur in many
health problems not related to your
pet's adrenal glands.
Friday, January 23, 2015 — New York, NY — Jane Hoffman, president of the Mayor's Alliance for NYC's Animals (The Alliance), said today that the
increased funding and support for Animal Care & Control of New York City (AC&C) announced today by the
Health Department will save the lives of thousands of additional homeless
pets every year across the five boroughs.
Very young and very small
pets can have
increased health risks under anesthesia, but shelters don't always have the luxury of being able to hold an animal until it's older.
With results including stress relief,
increased circulation and endorphin release, cat massage not only enhances your
pet's overall
health and well - being, but it also deepens the bond between you and your special feline friend.
The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) is working hard to
increase our knowledge of the
health benefits of
pets.
This whitepaper guide also incorporates many of the «best practices» uncovered in extensive interviews with leading veterinarians on how to easily
increase the use of
pet health insurance by clients in your companion animal practice.
(Time: 10:00 AM — 10:50 AM PST) John Volk shares the «10 Best Practices» for
increasing pet health insurance coverage of patients in your practice.
Other well - documented adverse
health effects of de-sexing include
increased risk of bone cancer, hemangiosarcoma, hypothyroidism, and cognitive dysfunction in older
pets.
These facts are of particular importance to veterinarians, physicians, diagnosticians, public
health officials, and
pet owners as an
increasing number of animals have been identified as reservoir host for zoonotic Bartonella species.
But if stress
increases dramatically, it can take a toll on your
pet's
health.
Results will vary depending on the
health of your
pet, diet and exercise; however you should begin to notice
increased energy levels, vitality and a healthier coat.
Many veterinarians feel that multiple generations of
pets must be observed before it can be determined if a manufactured and controlled diet benefits
health and
increases longevity.
It's been shown time and again that having a
pet in your life reduces stress,
increases personal well - being, and promotes
health and healing.
The Partners for Healthy
Pets aims to
increase regular, preventive veterinary visits and improve the
health of the nation's
pets.
Regular dental check - ups and teeth cleanings at Green Forest Veterinary Hospital, combined with good dental hygiene at home, can
increase health, vitality and well - being and help ensure your
pet leads the best life possible.
Each issue of Advance is dedicated to promoting progressive strategies for the
health and well - being of homeless
pets and
increasing the lifesaving of homeless dogs and cats community - wide.
With your veterinarian's help, you can manage these factors in order to prolong your
pet's good
health, vitality and
increase his or her well - being, even as his or her pace slows a bit.
«APPLETON, WI - The city's
Health Committee could recommend a new ordinance that would
increase the size of snakes allowed as
pets.»
Our clinics offer medications and treatments to help combat both heartworm disease and fleas, as well a variety of miscellaneous products that can help to
increase your
pet's
health.