Animal Healing Center

07/16/2026

🦴🔥Arthritis. Limping. Joint pain. Stiffness. Difficulty getting up.🐾

These are some of the most common reasons dog owners search for help online, especially as their dogs get older.

In a randomized, double blind, placebo controlled trial, the gold standard of clinical research, dogs receiving eggshell membrane🥚 showed significant improvements in joint pain and mobility after just 7 days. That is surprisingly fast considering many joint supplements take 4 to 8 weeks before noticeable benefits appear.

Eggshell🥚 membrane is the thin layer inside an eggshell and naturally contains collagen, glucosamine, chondroitin, and hyaluronic acid in one natural matrix.

That is one reason why included eggshell membrane collagen in MOBILITY MATRIX™, alongside UC II®, glucosamine sulfate, MSM, and hyaluronic acid to support healthy joints, connective tissue, muscle function, and long term mobility in dogs and cats.

👉If you would like to explore this science backed mobility solution for your dog or cat, comment MATRIX and we will DM you the link.

07/16/2026

🥦 RESEARCH SUGGESTS BROCCOLI MAY BE ONE OF THE MOST POWERFUL LONGEVITY FOODS YOU CAN ADD TO YOUR DOG’S BOWL.🐾

Broccoli is one of nature’s richest sources of sulforaphane, a remarkable plant compound that doesn’t just work as an antioxidant. It helps switch on your dog’s own built-in protective systems, supporting detoxification, cellular repair, healthy inflammation, and defense against oxidative stress.

In a peer-reviewed dog study, a single dose of sulforaphane activated natural anti-cancer defenses within just 24 hours. In longevity research, sulforaphane has also extended lifespan by more than 50% in animal models, making it one of the most exciting plant compounds being studied for healthy aging.

Broccoli is also rich in fiber, vitamins, minerals, and prebiotics that nourish the gut microbiome and support long-term health.

🥦 One simple trick: finely chop broccoli and let it sit for up to 90 minutes before serving it raw. This gives broccoli’s natural enzyme time to produce more sulforaphane, helping maximize one of its most valuable protective compounds.

Sometimes the most powerful longevity foods aren’t expensive supplements. They’re already sitting in your refrigerator.

05/18/2026

We have a couple of open slots left for our next non-anesthetic dental day on Wednesday, May 20th!

Give the office a call to get scheduled 425-885-5400 🪥🐾

05/12/2026

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02/05/2026

A simple turmeric paste you can make at home to support your dog’s brain, joints, and immune system 🐶🫚

Turmeric is one of the most extensively researched natural compounds for inflammation and cancer support in dogs. Its active compound, curcumin, helps reduce inflammation, support joint and brain health, and protect against age-accelerating damage linked to processed foods.

Turning turmeric into a golden paste makes curcumin easier for your dog’s body to use - and it’s been shown to boost BDNF, a protein that supports healthy neurons and cognitive function. We’ve upgraded this paste with medicinal mushrooms 🍄‍🟫 for immune and longevity support, plus decaf green tea 🍵 for DNA-protective polyphenols.

✨ A simple, affordable anti-inflammatory, immune- and brain-boosting bowl topper or mix-in.

⬇️ Full recipe in the comments. From The Forever Dog LIFE book.

💾 Save this post so you have this brain- and immune-boosting turmeric paste recipe ready when you need it.

02/03/2026

Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum)

Milk thistle is a flowering herb that has been used for centuries in traditional herbal practices. It is especially known for its relationship with liver health and overall detox support. Milk thistle has remained widely used through history, with herbalists and clinicians continuing to study its role in supporting the body’s natural processes.

Description:
• A tall, hardy plant with large green leaves marked by white veins
• Produces vibrant purple or pink thistle flowers
• Known for its spiny leaves and distinctive appearance

Native Range:
• Native to the Mediterranean region
• Now naturalized throughout Europe, North America, and other temperate regions

Parts Commonly Used and Traditional Uses

Seeds:
• The most vital part of the plant traditionally used
• Commonly prepared as powders, tinctures, teas, or capsules
• Seeds contain naturally occurring compounds that are studied for antioxidant properties

Leaves and Stalks:
• Can be eaten raw or cooked, similar to spinach or other leafy greens
• Often used in teas or added to foods
• Provide a bitter digestive tonic effect when used fresh or dried

Flower Heads:
• Immature flower heads can be boiled and eaten like artichokes
• Traditional practice in many regions where the plant grows

Forms Commonly Used:
• Capsules or tablets
• Tinctures and liquid extracts
• Ground seed powder
• Tea made from crushed seeds
• Greens or cooked leaves and stalks

General Traditional Uses:
• Traditionally associated with supporting liver health
• Known for its antioxidant activity
• Often included in routines centered around normal digestive support
• Associated with helping support healthy bile production and fat digestion
• Linked in traditional practice to general overall balance and nourishment
• Some evidence suggests it may assist with normal blood sugar maintenance

Fun Facts:
• Milk thistle has appeared in herbal texts for hundreds of years
• Its common name comes from the milky white veins on its leaves
• Belongs to the same plant family as daisies and sunflowers (Asteraceae)
• Millions of people globally include milk thistle in wellness routines

⚠️ Always do your research before introducing into your diet, especially if you have any underlying or pre-existing conditions, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are taking medications.

02/02/2026

Did you know that research shows nearly 80% of dogs over eight years old experience some degree of discomfort and pain, reduced mobility, and other signs of pain and arthritis? 😱

And when it comes to people, is it 100% ?

Actually, it is not funny at all.

The good news is that there are safe, natural solutions that can help relieve our dog's joint discomfort and restore mobility.

One of my favorites, Boswellia, comes from the sap of an ancient tree that grows on the Arabian Peninsula.

This tree sap contains potent bioactive compounds that relieve joint pain and inflammation. In a clinical trial, this compound significantly improved pain, stiff joints, and even lameness in dogs with degenerative joint and spinal conditions.

Best of all, because this compound comes from nature, it works in harmony with our dogs' natural inflammatory processes.

Keen to learn more? Check the comments!

02/02/2026

Just some more interesting info

Spring is around the corner, and while antibody titers are ideal for most core vaccines, rabies vaccination is required by law. For adult dogs, choosing the 3-year rabies vaccine is a smart option and research suggests spirulina can help support the immune response.

A peer-reviewed study found dogs fed a small amount of spirulina had a faster, stronger antibody response after a rabies shot, without immune overstimulation, inflammation stayed low and normal. These dogs also had higher stool IgA, the gut’s first line of immune defense, which helps block toxins, balance gut bacteria, and support long-term gut health.

Spirulina doesn’t overstimulate immunity; it supports immune communication, gut barrier health, beneficial microbes, and oxidative balance, think immune training, not immune pushing.

Safety note: Spirulina does not naturally produce BMAA. Risk only comes from poor sourcing (wild harvesting, uncontrolled ponds, lack of testing). Well-sourced, GMP-produced, batch-tested spirulina has very low risk, which is especially important for dogs.

Dosage: start with 1/4 tsp🥄 per 20lbs of body weight.

02/02/2026

For people and our animal companions
Ask your vet. It is not always bout drugs
There are amazing herbal formulas

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