NATURAL PET CARE BLOG

The short answer is yes. You do. But understanding those options requires understanding what cruciate ligament disease actually is, why it happens, and what the body needs to heal.

In this post (and in the video above), I'll walk you through what cruciate ligament disease really is, why the rupture is never the beginning of the problem, the nutritional deficiency most vets never test for, the exact natural protocol I used with my own dog Finn, and what I would add to that protocol today.

I'm Dr. Katie Woodley, holistic veterinarian and founder of The Natural Pet Doctor. I help pet parents stop chasing symptoms and start working on root causes — especially with chronic conditions that aren't improving. Joint disease is one of the areas where I see the most reactive thinking, but also where ...

Did you know that there are numerous natural supplements for senior dogs to help them slow down the aging process?

Watching your pet slow down as they age is frustrating and can be overwhelming.  You want the best for them and to keep them feeling healthy and happy for as long as possible.

There are many areas that can be affected as your dog ages, from their cognitive function to pain and inflammation in their joints.

Fortunately, there are a lot of natural senior dog supplements and vitamins you can use to help your furry friend feel their best as they get older.  Keep reading to learn about some of the best supplements for your senior dogs.

When does your dog become a “senior”?

Let’s start with how to know if your dog is actually a senior.  

This will depend on their body size because smaller dogs tend to have longer lifespans than larger dogs.

But typically a large breed dog is a senior at 7 years of age, a medium-sized dog is a senior at around 8-10 years, and your sm...