Henderson Veterinary Care

10/29/2026

Halloween is this weekend🥸🍁🎃!!! Where did the time go?? Make sure your dogs and cats are safe and secure with all the trick o treating and open doors etc!! Remember, not all dogs are cut out to be in public with all the excitement of the holiday😱. Some are best left home in their safe environment!! Finally, when you come home with all your loot 🍭🍫🍬from the night - be sure to put it in a safe place where your pets can't get to it and help themselves to the candy!!!!! Be safe out there!

10/29/2026

Eggs can have so many benefits!!!

YOUR DOG CAN START LOSING LEAN BODY MASS AS EARLY AS AGE 6! HERE’S WHY THE HUMBLE EGG DESERVES A PLACE IN THEIR BOWL!🥚🍳🐾

🔬 Research involving 1,273 dogs found that lean body mass peaks around age 6 before gradually declining. As dogs age, muscle loss can make it harder to get up, climb stairs, jump on the couch and stay active.

💪 THE GOOD NEWS? NUTRITION CAN HELP SUPPORT AGING MUSCLES!

🥚 ALL 10 ESSENTIAL AMINO ACIDS: Eggs provide complete, high-quality protein containing all 10 essential amino acids dogs need to build, maintain and repair muscle.

🔥 UP TO 2X MORE DIGESTIBLE PROTEIN: Research comparing raw and cooked eggs found that cooking can nearly double protein digestibility! Soft-boiling is one way to prepare eggs.

🧠 BRAIN & MEMORY: Eggs are rich in choline, an essential nutrient used to produce acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter critical for learning, memory and brain function.

👀 EYE HEALTH: Eggs contain lutein and zeaxanthin, antioxidants that help protect eye tissues and support healthy vision.

HEALTHY AGING: Eggs provide vitamins and minerals that support cellular health, metabolism and muscle function.

🥚 THE SIMPLE EGG HACK: Feed approximately ½ egg per 10 pounds of body weight three times weekly as part of a balanced diet!

BUT THERE’S ANOTHER INCREDIBLE PART OF THE EGG MOST PET PARENTS THROW AWAY! 👇

🐣 THE EGGSHELL MEMBRANE!

That thin membrane lining the shell naturally contains collagen, elastin, glucosamine and chondroitin.

Canine studies suggest standardized eggshell membrane supplements can help reduce joint discomfort and improve mobility!

THAT’S WHY Dr. Karen Becker ’S MOBILITY MATRIX™ INCLUDES TWO RESEARCH-BACKED JOINT INGREDIENTS:

NEM® EGGSHELL MEMBRANE: Supports joint comfort, flexibility and mobility.

UC-II® COLLAGEN: Canine research shows improvements in joint comfort and mobility.

PLUS glucosamine sulfate, MSM, hyaluronic acid and creatine for additional joint and muscle support!

HEALTHY AGING ISN’T JUST ABOUT LIVING LONGER. IT’S ABOUT KEEPING OUR DOGS STRONG AND MOBILE!

👇 Want to learn more about Dr. Becker’s Mobility Matrix™? Comment MATRIX and we’ll send you the link!

10/22/2026

Enjoy these beautiful fall days while they last!!🍁🍁

10/20/2026

We have had some beautiful fall days!! 🍁🌞But the nights are getting colder and there is frost in the morning - watch your horses that are sensitive to the sugar content in the grass!! 🐴 Also, it might be warming up this week - a lot of them have already started getting their winter coats in. Keep a close eye on water intake, behavior, and manure output!!

10/20/2026

🐶🤯 COULD A PROBIOTIC HELP PROTECT YOUR DOG FROM SKIN ALLERGIES FOR YEARS?

Does your dog constantly scratch, lick their paws, suffer from itchy, irritated skin, or struggle with recurring ear problems? These can all be signs of environmental allergies!

And NEW veterinary guidelines highlight a fascinating connection between gut bacteria and skin allergies! 👇

🔬 NEW 2026 VETERINARY DERMATOLOGY GUIDELINES!

Published in the peer-reviewed journal Veterinary Dermatology, updated international guidelines highlight research involving a specific probiotic strain called Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG (LGG).

🤯 THE BIGGEST SURPRISE? BENEFITS LASTED 3 YEARS!

In research led by veterinary dermatologist Dr. Rosanna Marsella, dogs exposed to LGG early in life had significantly milder allergic skin reactions when challenged with allergens — EVEN 3 YEARS AFTER STOPPING THE PROBIOTIC!

This suggests that beneficial gut bacteria introduced early in life may have lasting effects on how the immune system responds to allergens!

🐾 WHY SHOULD PET PARENTS CARE?

Your dog’s gut and skin are connected through the immune system! Scientists are discovering how specific beneficial bacteria may help influence allergic responses and support healthier skin.

🌱 AND HERE’S WHAT MAKES THIS RESEARCH SO EXCITING!

Dr. Karen Becker’s Primitive Probiotics™ contains the EXACT probiotic strain highlighted in the new guidelines: LGG!

Not all probiotics are created equal. Different strains can have different effects, which is why the specific strain matters!

Primitive Probiotics™ combines LGG with other beneficial bacteria to support your dog’s gut microbiome and digestive health.

💚 And that’s what makes this research so exciting! Scientists are discovering how specific probiotic strains, including LGG, may help shape immune responses and support healthier skin from the inside out!

👇 COMMENT “BETTERBELLY” to learn more about Dr. Becker’s Primitive Probiotics™!

09/11/2026

God Bless America❤️🤍💙

09/03/2026

well, isn't that a beautiful sight!! 🐴🐴

09/03/2026

🐾 Did You Know Dogs Can Develop Breast Cancer Too?
Canine mammary cancer has remarkable similarities to human breast cancer. Dogs share many of the same genes, hormones, molecular pathways, and even tumor characteristics involved in human breast cancer.
Genes such as BRCA1 and BRCA2 are involved in mammary cancer in both species, while mutations such as PIK3CA have been identified in both canine and human breast tumors. Many canine mammary tumors are also influenced by estrogen and can be classified into molecular subtypes that closely resemble those seen in women.
For years, we’ve been told that spaying early is one of the best ways to prevent mammary cancer in female dogs. But when we look more closely at the evidence, newer research is challenging some long-standing assumptions. Most importantly,quick at -home exams for all female dogs should be a part of their regular body scans.
Understanding what contributes to mammary cancer in dogs helps us better understand the complex relationship between hormones, genetics, environmental exposures, nutrition, and cancer in both species.
In my newest article, I take a closer look at these fascinating connections and what the latest research means for your dog’s health. Link in comments. 🐶💗

07/30/2026

☀️ Summer Heat Is Harder on Dogs Than You Think: Think a quick walk mid day is harmless? New research says heat stress can begin in as little as 10 minutes, often with no obvious signs.
It’s not just the air temperature. Hot pavement, direct sun, and humidity all add up to serious strain on your dog’s body, even on days that don’t feel extreme.
Panting doesn’t mean your dog is handling the heat well, and dehydration can happen faster than you’d think.
Before you head out, check the pavement with your hand; if it’s too hot for you, it’s too hot for your dog. Walk early morning and after the sun goes down; stick to shade and grass whenever you can, and keep an eye on the early warning signs, not just the obvious ones.
Read my full article to learn how to recognize the earliest signs of heat stress and keep your dog safe all summer long, link in comments 🐶💙 ProactivePaws

07/30/2026

The Elkhart County 4-H Fair is this week - good luck to all the kids and their animals and projects!!🤩🍀🍀
A head's up on our schedule - the office will be closed August 1st-August 11th and open back up on Wednesday August 12th. There will be limited availability to come do med pick ups next week. You can leave a message on the clinic phone but wait for a response back before planning your trip over.
Enjoy these nice summer days!!☺️🌳