tag:www.nacfl.com,2005:/categories/natural-petNatural Pet Natural Pet | Central Florida Natural Awakenings Magazine Healthy Living Healthy Planet2024-02-07T19:24:30-05:00urn:uuid:c038d26d-019e-4c29-aba8-a3687a9c6f6e2023-12-19T17:48:02-05:002024-02-07T19:24:30-05:00Rewards of Animal Ownership: How Pets Enhance Human Well-Being2023-12-29 09:22:00 -0500Karen Shaw Becker, DVMWhen stress and cognitive decline are prevalent concerns, the role of companion animals in promoting human cognitive health has gained significant attention. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:b2a64704-fb1d-443b-8a7d-2322814e09bb2023-10-15T19:26:21-04:002023-12-01T09:22:04-05:00Responsible Pet Adoption: Guarantee a Forever Home for a Furry Friend2023-10-31 09:30:00 -0400Sheila JulsonThe idea of bringing a new pet home conjures up images of endless cuddles and joyful frolicking, but there are crucial responsibilities to consider, too. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:13da699e-2f5d-4c81-91e3-2679084adf3d2023-08-15T17:39:30-04:002023-09-29T09:43:38-04:00Dog Parenting: How to Shape Behavior and Strengthen Our Bond2023-08-31 09:30:00 -0400Karen Shaw Becker, DVMAlthough the saying is that dogs are our best friends, canine companions are a lot like kids, too. In the same way that parenting styles impact children’s mental and emotional development, so do pet parenting choices.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:e57a1d15-9396-43e9-803f-7b76e86f08222022-12-13T18:19:14-05:002023-08-31T10:13:24-04:00Hidden Dangers in Pet Food: The Scary Truth About Toxic Ingredients2022-12-30 09:30:00 -0500Karen BeckerSwitch dogs and cats from an ultra-processed diet to fresh, wholesome foods to avoid these most common toxins found in many popular pet foods.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:f5e8a30c-2d31-49e9-8a07-1f360c151ffa2022-10-21T13:05:09-04:002022-12-06T19:21:20-05:00Caregiving Companions: The Many Benefits of Service, Therapy and Emotional Support Animals 2022-10-31 09:30:00 -0400Karen Shaw BeckerAnimals offer support to humans, providing therapy and emotional support and being attentive service animals for medical assistance. Here are the types of access each animal is given.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:7b4c4c13-da58-421d-b7cd-a70994279b812022-05-16T14:38:32-04:002022-08-26T22:39:17-04:00Misbehaving Dog Walks: Ways Humans Get It Wrong2022-05-31 09:30:00 -0400Karen Shaw BeckerHumans are just as capable of bad behavior during walks as dogs are. Here are the reasons why and ways we can correct to ensure a safe, fun and rewarding walk for both dog and human.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:a7e06f83-dd43-41de-b9e2-3f032a5e620f2022-04-29T10:40:32-04:002022-04-29T10:41:32-04:00Beyond Kibble: How to Shop for the Healthiest Pet Food 2022-04-29 09:30:45 -0400Sheila JulsonPeople are always striving to improve the quality of life for their pets. For some, this means making homemade dog and cat food or buying meat directly from a local butcher, but not all pet parents have the necessary time, space or finances. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:ea04e33d-0699-4add-84d0-e04aa3492e482022-03-13T13:40:05-04:002022-12-30T10:51:36-05:00Pest Control: Keeping Dogs Safe from Ticks and Fleas2022-03-31 09:30:00 -0400Karen Shaw BeckerNatural alternatives to protect dogs from ticks and fleas that are both effective and non-toxic.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:e046cea6-daf5-45c0-9832-f50fa45847ef2022-01-12T14:28:52-05:002022-03-01T22:10:43-05:00Fostering Love: Tips for First-Time Pet Foster Parents 2022-01-31 09:30:00 -0500Karen Shaw BeckerFor people that love cats and dogs but can’t adopt one—or one more—here are ways to get started fostering pets without homes that need a temporary place until a forever home comes along.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>urn:uuid:bdcc9c60-d6ea-4c43-bd23-6baa0efb5d252021-12-08T12:26:50-05:002022-02-06T11:18:04-05:00Pet-Pleasing Food Trends: What Dogs and Cats Will Eat This Year2021-12-30 09:30:00 -0500Ronica O’HaraDog and cat food is becoming ever more humanized with owners increasingly demanding high-quality, sustainably sourced ingredients that are free of questionable byproducts for their pets.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nacfl.com">Natural Awakenings Central Florida / Orlando</a></small></p>