Articles written by Darlene Norris

Gout remedies include aromatherapy treatment, juicing, and homeopathic remedies. These alternative healing therapies have no side effects, and are safe and effective.

Oct 5, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Are standardized herbs better than a whole herb? Which herbal therapy is recommended by naturopathic doctors? Make an informed choice when choosing an herbal remedy.

Oct 3, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Black elderberry is one of many natural healing herbs that has been used for centuries. Black elderberry syrup is an effective flu remedy, and is easy to make at home.

Sep 29, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Looking for an herbal cold remedy? Black elderberry extract, catnip tea, and garlic are only three of the many herbal flu remedies that have been used for centuries.

Sep 28, 2009 - Darlene Norris

A cat scratching post is only useful if the feline uses it. Learn why Kitty prefers the furniture, and how to redirect her to a scratching post for cats instead.

Sep 25, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Choosing the right cat furniture condo can be a challenge. Avoid expensive mistakes when buying a kitty condo by learning what's important to both owners and cats.

Sep 24, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Natural catnip products aren't just for cats. Catnip tea is very useful for treating colds, insomnia, eye irritation, upset stomachs, and colicky babies.

Sep 23, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Think natural catnip is just for kitties? Catnip oil is not only a safe insect repellent, but may also be useful for natural termite control in the future.

Sep 22, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Catnip products are always popular among kitties and their owners. Catnip bubbles and catnip spray are only a few of the products available, or grow it at home instead.

Sep 21, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Declawing cats is a hot topic, sure to generate heated debate. Misconceptions about feline declawing abound, but cat owners considering declawing need to know the facts.

Sep 19, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Declawing alternatives include cat nail clipping, training the kitty to use a cat scratching post, and gluing on nail caps for cats. Whether it works depends on the cat.

Sep 18, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Declawing a cat stirs hot emotions on both sides of the issue. Some believe cat declawing should be banned, while others argue that it may prevent getting rid of the pet.

Sep 17, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Ear mites in kittens may be an unpleasant surprise for a new cat owner. However, since cat ear mite treatment is easy and effective, there's no reason to ignore them.

Sep 16, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Cat ear mite treatment used to be a month-long daily rodeo for cat owners. Ear mite treatment for cats today is much easier and less traumatic for both kitty and owner.

Sep 16, 2009 - Darlene Norris

The feline ear mite has a big impact for something so small. Constant scratching, head shaking, and feline ear infections result from infestations with pet ear mites.

Sep 16, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Feline flea control should be safe and effective. Even though essential oils are a natural flea remedy, many people aren't aware that they're very toxic to cats.

Sep 13, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Preventing flea infestation means using pet flea control methods to kill flea eggs and larva right along with adult fleas. Know the flea life cycle to get rid of fleas.

Sep 11, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Fleas and humans shouldn't be close neighbors. Feline flea control is essential to prevent flea infestation and flea bites on people, especially on children.

Sep 10, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Fleas on kittens can cause anemia, and also infect the kittens with tapeworms. Natural flea control for young kittens is a safe and effective way to get rid of fleas.

Sep 10, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Pet door safety is not a high priority for most parents. However, toddlers can easily crawl through cat flaps, leading to injury and death, including accidental drowning.

Sep 9, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Flea bite allergy in cats is usually seen in late summer. Feline flea control is the best way to prevent the itching and skin irritation of flea allergy dermatitis.

Sep 8, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Pyrethrin is safely used for feline flea control, while permethrin is toxic to cats, and can poison a kitty. Safe flea control depends on knowing the difference.

Sep 7, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Interest in natural flea control is increasing, as news of adverse reactions to spot-on flea products is reported. Natural flea remedies are safe and effective.

Sep 6, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Feline flea control is made easier by spot-on flea control products, but adverse reactions have been reported to the EPA. Non-toxic flea control is safe, but not as easy.

Sep 4, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Choosing the best pet cat carrier can be challenging, in view of all the options available today. Discover the pros and cons of different types of pet travel kennels.

Sep 3, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Taking a road trip with a cat may sound like an adventure best avoided. But traveling with a cat in a car isn't impossible, as long as the owner plans ahead.

Sep 3, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Most of the time, the mother cat takes care of litter training a kitten. But if she doesn't, potty training kittens may be up to the cat owner. Here's what to do.

Sep 1, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Kitty litter seems pretty innocuous, but actually it presents many environmental challenges. Even biodegradable cat litter is associated with cat litter disposal problems

Aug 31, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Questions still persist about the safety of clumping clay cat litter. Many cat owners are avoiding the issue by providing natural cat litter for their kitties instead.

Aug 30, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Kitty litter comes in so many varieties these days that choosing the right cat litter can seem overwhelming. Find the one kitty likes to prevent litter box problems.

Aug 30, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Litter box problems and a stressed cat often go together. Prevent inappropriate urination in cats by reducing stressful situations in a feline's life.

Aug 19, 2009 - Darlene Norris

A cat not using the litter box is the most common reason why a feline is given away or even put down. Using the process of elimination can solve litter box problems.

Aug 18, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Pet health insurance is often touted as the answer to high veterinary bills. But is health insurance for pets really as good a deal as it seems?

Aug 14, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Treatments for feline cancer have advanced considerably in recent years. Surgery, feline radiation, and chemotherapy for cats may be used to treat cancer in cats.

Aug 12, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Cats who live with smokers have double the risk of developing feline lymphoma . Cat owners need to be aware of the dangers of secondhand smoke to their pets

Aug 11, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Lymphoma in cats is the most common type of feline cancer. Knowing the facts about feline lymphoma is the best way to protect a cat from this deadly disease.

Aug 9, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Is there any way to avoid diabetes in dogs? A low-carb diet and plenty of exercise can often prevent canine diabetes. Herbs for dogs can be used to regulate blood sugar.

Jun 4, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Scientific research shows that natural remedies for dogs are safe and effective for a diabetic canine. Herbs for dogs may be an additional option for a diabetic pet.

Jun 3, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Can diet, exercise, and herbs for dogs can help to lower blood sugar levels in a diabetic pet? Natural remedies for dogs can help to control canine diabetes.

Jun 2, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Most diabetic dogs will quickly develop cataracts and lose their sight. Can the use of herbs and natural remedies for dogs prevent blindness in dogs?

Jun 2, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Cataracts in dogs are a very common complication for a diabetic canine. Most dogs with diabetes will develop cataracts and lose their sight. Why does this happen?

Jun 1, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Canine diabetes is a complex condition that can cause many complications. Some can be life-threatening, so owners of diabetic dogs must be alert for signs of problems.

May 31, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Diabetic ketoacidosis in dogs is often a result of untreated canine diabetes. This deadly side effect of diabetes in dogs requires fast and aggressive treatment.

May 31, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Managing diabetes in dogs can be challenging at first. Pet owners must decide what to feed, how often to feed it, and also learn when it's best to give an insulin shot.

May 31, 2009 - Darlene Norris

It's possible for a dog owner to lower his pet's chances of developing canine diabetes. Weight control is the best way to prevent diabetes in dogs.

May 29, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Diabetes in dogs is a dangerous disease that can be fatal if left untreated. All dog owners should know the symptoms of canine diabetes to prevent serious complications

May 27, 2009 - Darlene Norris

Holiday air travel is challenging enough, but add a child or two to the mix, and it can seem impossible. These travel tips for flying with kids can help.

Nov 10, 2008 - Darlene Norris

Has your man gained a few extra pounds over the years? That extra weight can cause many men's health problems, especially if he has an apple shape.

Nov 2, 2008 - Darlene Norris

High cholesterol in kids is something most parents don't even think about. But pediatricians report that more and more kids have elevated cholesterol levels.

Oct 3, 2008 - Darlene Norris

It's a little-known fact that more women than men die of heart disease each year in the US. Heart disease kills more American women than all forms of cancer combined.

Sep 23, 2008 - Darlene Norris