The Pet Press is planned to be informative and fun! In our articles, readers will find contemporary practical and useful information from a wide variety of professional sources. September’s issue focuses on the benefits of Holistic Healing for Pets, with supplemental columns on Pet Oral Hygiene, and Training Tips for the Older Dog.

Explore with us the option of alternative medicine for our beloved pets. Drawing from the expertise of renowned and local pet professionals, September’s issue of The Pet Press will discuss and explain the benefits of holistic healing. With articles on pet acupuncture, massage therapy and herbal remedies, among other natural, non-traditional treatments of health-related issues, readers are certain to gain a greater insight into the world of natural medicine for pets. If you’re a believer in holistic healing or just a curious observer, be sure to read our September issue.

In her first regular monthly column, Katherine Bruton, DVM, of Crossroads Veterinary Hospital in Cary, discusses the importance of oral hygiene for our feline and canine friends. Is it necessary to have regular cleanings and what is involved in the process? What are the signs of poor oral hygiene and what can pet owners do to prevent problems? Once a problem has been identified, what procedures can be done to correct it?  Join Dr. Breton in her discussion of Pet Oral Hygiene, coming in our premier issue.

We’ve all seen a pet owner who cringes in embarrassment at his dog’s behavior. But what, if anything can be done with a canine friend who simply refuses to listen? Is it possible to teach an old dog, new tricks? Join Sylvie Pleasant of K- 9 Solutions in her first monthly column, as she identifies which behaviors can be corrected, and those one should seek the help of a trained professional to change. Sylvie discusses training techniques and addresses issues ranging from basic commands, such as sit and stay, to more advanced problems including biting, “potty accidents”, and more. We say, “It’s never too late to learn.”