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11/10/2025

We’re feeling incredibly grateful today at Hope Valley Healing Centre! 💛

As we prepare to open our new dorm, our hearts are full of appreciation for our amazing bed-building crew who worked tirelessly to make it all possible. Seeing this space transform into a warm, welcoming home has been such a beautiful reminder of what can be accomplished through teamwork and heart.

Every screw turned, every frame lifted, and every smile shared today represents a new beginning for those who will soon call this space home. 🕊️

Thank you to our dedicated team for showing up with care, commitment, and compassion. Hope truly lives here.

🌿 Hope Valley Healing Centre
hopevalleyhealing.ca

11/06/2025

TOMAS JOINS IN WITH THE DAILY ROAR!

Like many of our rescued lions at the ADI Wildlife Sanctuary, Tomas likes to participate in the daily lion chorus, as you can see! This is the sound of Africa, and the lions roar both at dusk and dawn. Tomas is a striking male lion who was born in a circus in Guatemala, separated from brother Kimba and relocated to a zoo. Both were rescued, during ADI’s Operation Liberty mission to empty the cages following the government circus ban. The brothers were reunited, and now share their habitat at the Sanctuary in South Africa.

10/30/2025

Deworming isn’t one-size-fits-all. Use strategic parasite control to protect your horse and preserve dewormer effectiveness.
Here’s what to know 👇

✅ 𝙃𝙤𝙬 𝙩𝙤 𝘿𝙚𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙢 𝙎𝙢𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙚𝙧:
• 𝗧𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁, 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱. Use f***l egg counts at least twice a year (spring and fall) to identify which horses actually need treatment.
• 𝗗𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗱. Most horses only require two treatments per year—overdoing it increases resistance.
• 𝗧𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲𝘀. Some horses shed more parasite eggs and need more frequent deworming—your vet can help identify them.
• 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁. Don’t rotate dewormers at random—base your choice on f***l test results and parasite type (tapeworms, small strongyles, etc.).
• 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲. Run a follow-up f***l test 7–14 days after deworming if counts were high.

📖 Read the full guide to plan for your fall deworming: https://bit.ly/3WoBqeW

10/30/2025

09/22/2025

IN A FEW DAYS!!!
Setting Boundaries in Veterinary Medicine!!!
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09/15/2025

Twisted stomachs, broken hearts🐾💔
Most people think “bloat” just means gas buildup, but gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV) is much more serious. In GDV, the stomach fills with gas and twists, cutting off blood flow and putting dangerous pressure on vital organs. Without immediate treatment, it can be fatal.

🐾 What dogs are highest risk? Large, deep-chested breeds are the most vulnerable. Neutered males are at slightly higher risk.

📌 What Research Shows:
-Dogs that eat quickly or swallow a lot of air face a significantly higher risk
-Split daily calories into two meals instead of one large meal for at-risk dogs — it lowers GDV risk.
Diet matters:
– Dogs fed ultra-processed kibble, especially those with seed oils listed among the first four ingredients, face a higher risk.
– Kibble pieces smaller than 30mm also increase risk.
– Feeding meat-based diets with larger chunks (>30mm) can lower risk.
-Avoid exercise and large amounts of water immediately before or after meals.
-Dogs with anxious, fearful, or high-stress temperaments have a higher likelihood of GDV.

⏱️ Every Second Counts
If you suspect GDV, go to the vet immediately. With rapid surgical intervention, survival rates reach up to 80%, but waiting can be deadly.
Your awareness and quick action can save your dog’s life. ❤️

💬 I just posted my latest free article, including my top tips for preventing GDV, comment ⬇️ and I’ll send you a direct link to keep reading.

09/05/2025

Solving blueberry’s flea problem!

08/30/2025

Dallas and Forrest enjoying their beautiful, bright, and sunny day. 🤩

Enjoying it while it lasts until the colder weather comes. ☃️

08/27/2025

Upgrade Your Pet’s Dinner with Portobello Mushrooms 🍄‍🟫🌟

Loaded with powerful antioxidants, portobello mushrooms can boost your pet’s immunity 🛡️, slow aging 🧠, and promote mitochondrial health. 🐕

If you haven’t yet, try adding them to your pet’s food topper rotation for a big nutrient boost! 🥣✨

Check out today’s free pet health article to learn how to serve portobello mushrooms safely. http://bit.ly/4oSXVFS

08/26/2025

Cats are good at hiding signs of illness or pain. It's up to you to be observant.

08/26/2025

Your pet’s food and water bowls can be a hotspot for bacteria?🦠

Research shows that while 67% of pet owners use metal bowls, only about one-third actually wash them after meals, some just give them a quick wipe. That’s exactly how the bacterial party begins 🤢. And that slimy layer that forms in water bowls after a day? That’s biofilm...a coating of bacteria that’s extremely hard to remove. Biofilm can harbor harmful pathogens like E. coli, Salmonella, and MRSA, making it easy for infections to spread from your dog to your family.🦠⚠️

The type of food matters too. Wet food tends to harbor more bacteria than dry, and the leftover moisture mixed with dog saliva creates the perfect environment for bacterial growth.

Here's a quick break down of the pros and cons of different types of bowls:

🥣Plastic: Chemicals in plastic can leach over time and interfere with melanin production, potentially causing “Plastic Dish Nasal Dermatitis,” which leaves your dog’s nose and lips pink and irritated.

🫖Ceramic: According to Hartpury scientists, ceramic bowls can harbor dangerous bacteria like Salmonella, E. coli, and MRSA, especially if the glaze is cracked and the bowl keeps being used.

🥄Stainless steel: Low-quality steel bowls have occasionally been recalled for heavy metal contamination. Stick to high-grade stainless (18/8 or 304 steel) from trusted brands.

🥛Glass: Durable, borosilicate glass (like Pyrex) is a safe, kitchen-friendly option for both food and water.

🧼 No matter the material, the best way to protect your pet (and your family) is simple: wash bowls after every meal with hot water and soap. Once a week, run them through your dishwasher’s hot cycle. You can also disinfect by coating with hydrogen peroxide, waiting five minutes, then rinsing.

For more on picking nontoxic, safe bowls? Comment FOREVERDOG, and we’ll message you a link to our book The Forever Dog LIFE. Check out part one, The Forever Kitchen, section “Food & Water Bowls,” for all the tips on keeping your dog’s mealtime safe and healthy 🌱⚠️.

08/24/2025

💊When NSAIDs & Supplements Aren’t Enough: Rethinking Pain Management

You’ve tried the basics...NSAIDs💊, joint supplements🌱, maybe even physical therapy...but your pet is still limping, stiff, or uncomfortable.

Pain⚡️ relief is just the beginning. True healing means addressing underlying joint and spinal issues, protecting cartilage, and supporting long-term mobility.🦮

For long-term relief:
✅Tackle overlooked causes like elbow arthritis and lumbosacral (LS) disease
✅Support joints with regenerative medicine, acupuncture, rehab
✅Keep your dog lean and strong through targeted exercise
✅Using anti-inflammatory nutrition and gut-protective supplements

The goal isn’t just to manage pain, it’s to restore strength, protect healthy joints, and support long-term wellness.

Today at 12pm ET on the Inside Scoop, we are discussing the often-missed causes of persistent pain, especially elbow osteoarthritis and lumbosacral (LS) disease. These conditions can drastically impact your pet’s mobility and are frequently overlooked or misdiagnosed.

We’ll cover:
💊 NSAID pros, cons, and limits
🧬 Joint injections, PRP, stem cells, Arthramid & more
💉 Epidurals for spinal pain
🔉 Shockwave therapy (ESWT)
⚡️ Is that limp actually spinal pain?

We’ll break down when these therapies work, who they’re right for, and what outcomes to expect.

👉Comment SCOOPERS and we'll message you the link to join Inside Scoop, a Planet Paws monthly subscription group, where all live podcasts are available to watch at any time. Plus, over 5 years of content including: past live podcasts, interviews, ebook downloads, and more!