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How to make a dog throw up: Best way to prevent surgery if your dog ate a foreign object

This blog is an absolute must read for every responsible dog parent. Dogs often eat things they shouldn't and in case it happens, the info in this article may prevent unnecessary surgery or tragedy. Learn what to do when your dog eats a foreign object, when to wait or when...

The fine line between feedback and criticism

Criticism can hurt a brand, but constructive feedback can help it grow. In this blog Dr. Dobias talks about the differences between these approaches, and how to handle the power of influence and opinion with care. 

How to set healthy boundaries

Many people cross boundaries without even realizing it, which may leave us thinking, "Ugh, why don't they just get it?" In this blog, I ponder the topic of setting healthy boundaries and explain how you can magically erase most problems from your life. Read on!

8 ways your dog can save you from negative news

Do you have trouble staying positive during difficult times? These days we are surrounded by a lot of negative messaging, and it's easy to let that get you down. Here are some of my tips for remaining positive, and don't forget to share your tips with me!

Why being weird can be good

Why being weird or different is better than being the same, especially when it comes to your dog's health. Here are some top examples of how the conventional thinking can harm your dog and prevent them from living a happy and long life. 

The secret to a happy life

The greatest life lesson we learn from our dogs. How our dogs teach us about empathy, connection, caring and compassion.

The dog rescue world paradox

Are some dog rescue organizations causing an increase in dog homelessness and puppy mills? Read here for more.

Do dogs think?

If you ever wonder what your dog is thinking, or what they are thinking about, click here to read why I would love to have a dog's mind.

Why we should measure twice and cut once

We all goof up sometimes! I hope you will enjoy this piece on how to avoid saying something hurtful, and what the common Czech phrase, measure twice and cut once, means.

Video: Who is helping the pets of Ukraine?

As the crisis in Ukraine continues, people and animals there still need our help. There are a number of organizations working directly with the people and animals in Ukraine, and in this interview, Dr. Dobias interviews Lana Nicole Niland, the founder of UkrainianPatriot.org, who is bravely providing humanitarian aid to...

How to survive and thrive in 2021 and how your dog can help

Here are the tricks I am using to stay happy and positive in this world gone bonkers. I hope they will help you and your dog too!

Why giving is worth not giving up

Do you make an effort to give back? It feels good to help others and be giving, but sometimes we can feel disappointed when it seems that our help is not truly appreciated. It is only human to feel this way, and it's how we manage our feelings that matters.

Do dogs have a moral compass?

Good and evil, right vs. wrong, we all have a moral compass that directs us - but are we born with it or is it more complicated than that? In this article I ponder over this question and, as always, look to dogs as an example. I hope you enjoy...

Are you dancing to a song no one else can hear?

Happy New Year my amazing Dog Lovers! Here is a piece I wrote for you to make 2021 a great year! Wishing you and your dogs love, health, happiness and a COVID-free year!

Christmas, why dogs came to the rescue in 2020, and the story of two mice

It has been a challenging year for most of us, and many people are looking towards 2021 with hope and anticipation. In this blog I share my thoughts on the year, why many people turned to dogs and also a story of two mice that I hope you enjoy.

Monkey's House: Where dogs go to LIVE!

An interview with Monkey's House, a holistic sanctuary for senior dogs located on a small farm in New Jersey, USA. Monkey's House is a special animal rescue organization we’ve supported over the last couple of years that was founded by life long animal lovers, Michele and Jeff Allen.

One part of life that people are better off than dogs

Everyone has their own perspective on things and their own world view, and this helps determine the choices we make each day. Read on to find out what this has to do with your dog's health. 

Are human lives more valuable than animals?

Many people still consider humans to be better and more valuable than dogs and other animals, just because we have a higher ability to invent, think and get organized. However, all animals are equal and have emotions. Here is a piece on how we can start to cultivate respect and...

One poison your dog is immune to, and you aren’t

Is being up-to-date on the news worth the toll it takes on our mental health and well-being? Our dogs have the answer.

Is empathy going extinct? Dogs may have the answer

We can learn a lot from our canine friends about being empathetic, kind and considerate of one another. Empathy works like magic and makes our world a better place.

A victory for dogs in China 🇨🇳 🐶 🙌🏼

I have felt a deep sense of helplessness in connection with the welfare of dogs and other animals in China, as it is impossible not to stumble upon images of dogs in meat markets. The good news is that the tides are changing! Read on for more.

What puppy shots and COVID-19 quarantine rules have in common

These days all of us just want to be safe and stay healthy but at what cost? Read what puppy shots and pandemic rules have in common and why I have little tolerance for medical BS. 

10 wild and crazy facts about fleas and dogs

No one wants to find fleas on their dog, but fleas actually have some amazing qualities and are one of nature's greatest design. Read on to find out 10 amazing facts about fleas, including how they can outperform even the most elite human athletes.

Where to find help for your dog when you need it

Here is a quick review of where you can find help for your dog when  you need it. The top resources for all your dog's health issues and needs are all in one place.

What do dinosaurs have to do with COVID-19?

Normally, I would thank you for looking after your dogs, but this time, please hug your dogs for me and thank them for looking after you. This crisis is far from over and we all have our own challenges. There are many ways to respond to a crisis, be it natural or...

How dogs are helping during the COVID-19 crisis

I wake up every morning thinking this was all just a bad dream. The presence of dogs is even more important than before, they cheer us up and keep us company. Many seniors are now solely dependant upon the companionship of dogs, because they have to live in self-isolation. It is no...

A candid conversation with two amazing dog parents

Do you believe in some sort of mysterious force that sometimes puts you in the right place at the right time? In early spring, I connected with two very like-minded people, Victoria and JC, who live with three beautiful huskies, Tidus, Yuna, and Kimahri, otherwise known as the Husky Squad. We...

Meet rescue road trips

A few months ago, I mentioned an interview I did with Greg Mahle of Rescue Road Trips. Greg has spent the past thirteen years driving 4,200 miles round trip every couple of weeks rescuing over 50,000 dogs from kill shelters in the Southern United States. 

The new puppy is here!

I am so happy to let you know that last weekend, my partner, my niece and I met our new puppy! He was born on May 27th, (I am born on Jan 27th ;-) and we found him through the joint efforts of, you, our community, right here in a...

Why salt is more valuable than gold or diamonds

I have been thinking of how important travel of any kind is to growing and learning. I often recall Paolo Coelho’s book,The Alchemist, where the main character travels around the world to learn life lessons while looking for a treasure. Eventually, he returns home, only to find what he was...

What role does your dog play in learning to trust more?

Most of us have experienced “trivial breaches” of trust where trades give us an unreasonably high quote, someone tries to sell us an overpriced item or bill three hours for every hour they actually worked. While unpleasant, these events pale in comparison to situations where we trusted someone close to...

A few simple steps can make a big difference in your dog's health

Although we can’t stop the natural cycle of our dog's life, what we can do is invest a few extra minutes in our dog, each day, to extend their life and help them be well until the very end.

12 rules to being the perfect houseguest and how to get invited over and over again

I love being a host because when people visit, I can spend more time with them and get to know them better. I love the company of other people; hanging out, cooking meals, enjoying conversations and also seeing guests having fun. But as you may know, having guests also comes with countless...

See the faces of true gratitude!

Do you believe that we receive what we put out into the universe or what we need to learn? Life sometimes does not seem fair but I love to see how people overcome serious challenges and become much "better at life."

Why doctors use strange words

I know this may sound ridiculous but there are two fields that still use complicated and hard to understand language: medicine and law. Perhaps because of my grandfather’s comments, I have always questioned the necessity of this “linguistic” barrier and wondered what the reasons are. Here are 4 reasons I...

Another wild "coincidence"

Lately, I have been writing about nutrition, supplements, GreenMin, minerals, and other medical topics. However, today, I want to share something personal about the new puppy, the name guessing contest and another wild "coincidence". Is it really a coincidence, or is it a message from the other side?

Why I do not comment

With our community growing, I get a lot of requests to share my opinion on other people’s products. It makes complete sense that you would ask such questions and today, I would like to explain why I choose not to be a critic of someone else's products.

Paint with GreenMin!

Do you love to create, paint and have fun? One of our customer service team members (and Healing Ambassador), Shelina, who also goes by “The Doggy Diva Who Cares,” 🤓🤩🤪 came up with a really fun idea for a GreenMin painting contest.The reason is that, besides GreenMin being a mineral and amino-acid...

A fun surprise I plotted this Christmas

No matter where you live and how far you can or want to go, do not wait to take your dog and those you love for an adventure. It does not need to be far. Life is not a mosaic of what material gifts we give and get. It is a...

The story of a devil, Buddha, cat and a dog

What do they have in common?  A special New Year's Video message from Dr. Peter Dobias, Holistic Vet. 

Holiday greetings from Prague

A special video message to all of you dog lovers around the world!

Giving update: Monkey's House

A heartwarming message from a dog hospice and sanctuary that we donated products to earlier this year.

Why a time machine won't work

Naturally, most of us ask the nagging question, “Why?”. In the veterinary practice, people ask “Why?” when their dog gets sick. Usually, they hope to get a simple answer that points to one or two reasons why their dog’s problem happened. The challenge is that the answer is rarely this...

Happy Thanksgiving Dog-Lovers!

A special holiday message for you and your dog!

Why are vets opposed to a raw diet and natural medicine?

When it comes to dogs, their health, and extending their lives, I am definitely a dreamer. I dream of a world where both the holistic and conventional practitioners work together to achieve the goals of healthy and long lives for our dogs.

The most effective and side-effect–free healing costs nothing

Today, my intention is to touch on the topic of drug companies and their role in the current healthcare system. Rarely do I look at a situation from their point of view, but today, I decided to do exactly that. For some of you, it may even look like I...

We are in this together!

Until now, I was relatively quiet about the state of veterinary healthcare,  perhaps I was afraid of being targeted. But I can no longer watch what is happening. We have to speak up and have an open discussion about freedom of choice in medicine.  It is important that we pressure...

How long will my dog live?

I thought it would be a good idea to start building a database that would allow us to compare the average life expectancy of dogs based on the food they eat and the supplements they get. Naturally, such a project takes some time, but if we take this on together, we...