I know that your dog's health and well-being is your top priority and so today I am sharing a few key tips on how to give your dog a healthier, happier and longer life. Here you will learn how you can protect your dog from unnecessary vaccines, procedures and drugs, as well...

Learn from an amazing dog guardian who nurtured her dog to live to an amazing 23 years of age. In this interview, Judith Catherine Lam shares her wisdom and insights with Dr. Peter Dobias on the key to a healthy, happy and long-living canine friend! 

I could easily write an essay on this topic, but I feel that there is no need for this. You and I know that dogs are simply "the bestest friends" we could ever dream up. Here are eight common wishes people have for their dogs.

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...

Hot spots are a painful, itchy and uncomfortable skin condition that affects mainly the surface of a dog's skin. They are more common in the spring and summer which leads many people to mistakenly believe that they are primarily related to heat, moisture and perhaps allergies. Read on to find...

No one wants their dog to suffer scars and infections from a simple wound. Find out a few surprising ways to help your dog’s healing process go faster, heal better and prevent scars.

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.

Are you afraid of bacteria?  If so, you are not alone. The fear of bacteria has been burdening humans since the invention of the microscope. It seems that our society has fallen for the bacterial drama and sensational media reporting that has turned bacteria into life-destroying monsters. 

Most people do not intentionallychoose to support the shady and torturous business of puppy mills and puppy brokerage.  Here are 5 steps to learn how to recognize and avoid puppy mill puppies and what to do if you suspect your new puppy came from a puppy mill.  

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...

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."

Most people are unaware that unless marked otherwise, vitamins are made chemically from crude oil and coal. They are a mock version of true food based vitamins. Choosing the right vitamins can make a huge difference to your dog's health and longevity.

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...

When flying, the cabin is my sanctuary and I have lots of time to think and reflect. Here are my thoughts on a dog-less life.

Carrots! The healthy vegetable archetype! How could anyone think that they would not be ideal for dogs? I thought the same until dogs, who are my patients, taught me a little more about this delicious, beautifully colored vegetable.

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?

Join me on my lunch break while I look through some of the questions we've received in our inbox. The following video is a compilation of answers to some of your most burning questions. Check it out now!

There are many misunderstood conditions in veterinary medicine, but lick granuloma is probably one of the most common ones. It could easily be the medical form of “a wolf in sheep’s clothing.” Here is a 7-step natural treatment plan to address and treat your dog’s lick granuloma once and for...

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.

There are a a few medical reasons why your dog may have low appetite. However, if your dog receives a clean bill of health from your vet, it could be this one simple thing you are doing that is turning him or her into a picky eater.

Throughout my life, I've kept my "guardian angels" pretty busy with various injuries, and I certainly do not know what else life has in store for me. However, I do know that the seemingly negative events in our lives may help us become better people and understand our dogs better.

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...

  Some of you have been wondering why I take dog supplements myself and the reason is very simple. I know where they come from, I know they are not sourced from China, and we have tested all our products on humans anyway so I know they work!  In this...

I have been a sleepwalker my whole life and walked through a glass door in my early 20s. As I fell through the glass, a glass shard cut through a branch of my femoral artery, and I almost died from losing about 3 litres (12 cups) of blood. Frankly, I...

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...

There are many things that you can do when it comes to your dog's health and the hardest part is often sorting out the information available out there. This is why I have offered a simple plan here for itchy skin that has made a big difference in the lives...

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

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

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

A special holiday message for you and your dog!

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.

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...

Is your dog suffering from skin problems, hot spots and allergies? Have you seen many vets and are still not getting satisfactory results? Just read on and learn how you can help your dog without drugs, chemicals and treat these conditions for less and without side-effects.

I was lucky to meet Kathy Gibson, a now-retired behaviourist who taught me how to become my dog's best friend.  She brought to my attention the most common mistakes that can draw the line between your dog becoming a canine angel or a canine “pain in a butt.” Here are...

A new and easy way to save on our products has arrived! Here is a quick video on why our quantity pricing is better than coupons and how you can save on our Dr.Dobias Original Products all year long.

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...

Learn what causes of reverse sneezing veterinarians commonly overlook and how you can help treat or prevent this troubling condition in your dog.

Dog lovers should be patient like moths on a lake and educate themselves on their dog's health issues all the while trying different natural techniques.

Discover the best way to exercise your dog, including what games are safe, and why playing too rough can cause neck injuries & other issues.

I can't believe I missed the most important one! A few weeks ago, I wrote an article about four characteristics that dogs are better at than people. Some of you reminded me to mention the fifth and very important quality of dogs that definitely deserves to be on the list.

Often we want to find the perfect words to say when trying to comfort a friend who has recently lost their best friend; However, I find that grieving is a natural process that we should be allowed to flow through, even if that means we have to face our so-called negative...

Learn about the five traits that dogs are better at than humans and why following in our dogs’ footsteps can help us solve communication and relationship challenges with other people.

Is your dog licking and chewing their paws raw? Most vets diagnose allergies, but many dogs are actually suffering an undetected injury. Find out how collars and pulling on leashes cause paw licking and get a 4 step holistic treatment plan.

Last weekend I was on a plane and I saw passengers in the seat beside me popping pills like they were peanuts! It prompted me to write this article on drugs and drug interactions. This article could help save your dog from unnecessary suffering in the long run. 

Most cancers in dogs are still very hard to treat, and while I have seen rare and miraculous cures under my care, they are hard to repeat predictably. This is why the best cancer cure continues to be prevention. 

When it comes to giving your dog bone broth there is a lot to consider. Here are some frequently asked questions about whether or not bone broth is suitable for dogs and if there are better alternatives.

Did you know that there are approximately 3 million stray dogs in Greece? Here is a heartwarming story about Nelson, a homeless dog from Greece who found his forever home in Canada, thanks to our community of dog-lovers who support our Healing Foundation initiatives through every purchase.

How many times a day should you feed your dog? Here's why dogs should eat one to two healthy meals per day and fast once per week.