Linda – The Probiotics Tooth Fairy

Taking your dog’s grooming into your own hands is a great way to cut back on the expense of owning a pet, especially this time of year when the hot, sticky summer weather requires more bathing and grooming.

University of Michigan researchers compared the smiles of baseball players using collectible player cards and found that those who smiled genuine, wide smiles lived longer.

Now there’s a perfect answer for getting wet dogs cozy and dry – Towel Togs, the wearable towel for dogs! Because they wrap your dog up, Towel Togs won’t slip off leaving you with a wet dog and smelly wet towel. Instead your dog is securely wrapped in a cozy microfiber towel.

Children generally lose teeth in the order in which they grew in, which means that, for most children, the bottom two front teeth are usually the first two to go.

Researchers tested the ability of participants to touch their toes with their fingertips while in a seated position, and their legs flat on the floor. Those with poor truck or body flexibility when tested also had higher arterial stiffness and higher blood pressure.

Friday is…

National Take Your Dog to Work Day

Would you enjoy your work more if you could take your dog to work with you? If you said “yes,” you’re not alone. According to a poll conducted by the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association (APPA), millions of employees believe that pets in the workplace also lead to [...]

Taking kids to the dentist can be difficult even under the best circumstances, but children with special needs can present even greater challenges when it comes to a trip to the dentist.

According to the APOP, more than 45 percent of dogs and 58 percent of cats in the U.S. are too heavy; about 9 percent of dogs and 21 percent of cats are clinically obese. That equals an estimated 89 million pets that are at high risk for developing conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, high blood pressure and more.

There is little understanding about what causes TMJ or temporomandibular joint syndrome. While many patients have clenching or grinding of the teeth at night, others may have had trauma, osteoarthritis, or rheumatoid arthritis. Many times the cause is unknown. For those with migraine headaches, the constant clenching of the jaw causes muscle spasms in the temples, which then leads to a migraine.

Paying a little extra attention to the health of your teeth and gums can actually save you money in the long run.