Recent scientific research has shown how important the microbiome is in the health of our horses. In 2018 a groundbreaking study by Costa and Weese (2018) in Veterinary Clinics: Equine Practice demonstrated that horses host one of the most complex microbiomes in mammals.  More ..read more

When our dogs suffer from the symptoms of diseases such as canine rash, bacterial infections or dermatitis we immediately look for the solutions to the specific symptoms, and that’s understandable.  But, here at MicroMed, we believe in having a whole-body approach to healing.  The reason being that the symptoms are just that, symptoms.  They are not the cause, and the cause is where we need to start.  So, with that said, what does a whole-body approach look like? More ..read more

During this crazy time of year we tend to get caught up in our holiday checklists that include all sorts of things from sunscreen to sun hats and beach towels, but have you thought of a first aid checklist?  For pets?  Well, this blog is going to give you some helpful tips and reminders for our beloved pets this festive season so that they don’t get left off the list.  Let’s make sure we’ve got our furry friends front of mind when we’re getting ‘holiday ready’! More ..read more

Canine Atopic Dermatitis, or in laymen’s terms ‘allergies’, cause skin disease, itching and inflammation in our dogs. More ..read more

 Apoquel has become the most widely prescribed drug for allergies in our dogs, but are we educated enough on this drug?  While it’s marketed as safe, fast acting and with minimal side effects, there are more and more people reporting nasty reactions to Apoquel.  More ..read more

Have you ever wondered what superfoods your dog can eat? Besides nourishment, what are the benefits of feeding our dogs superfoods?  Why would we even think to add things like spirulina or fermented veggies into their meals? Well, these superfoods are actually providing incredible health benefits, so let’s take a look at what these foods are actually doing for our dogs.  More ..read more

Handy Ways to Check if you have a NZ Pet Safe Home Our dogs are great at giving us those puppy dog eyes when they’re hungry, or jumping up and down at the mention of a walk, but when it comes to dangers in their environment, they don’t have the language to let us know.  This is our domain, and our responsibility.  We need to be tuned in to signs of toxicity such as a rash, itchy skin or dermatitis.  As good pet owners we need to know what is safe and what isn’t for our pets.  So, let’s have a look at some things in your home environment that may surprise you! Is your Home P ..read more

If you’re a dog owner and you’ve been pulling your hair out trying to figure out why you can’t get any real solutions to your dog’s constant scratching and awful smell, this blog is for you!  Chances are your dog has developed an internal systemic fungal overgrowth.  Let’s get into what that means for your dog (and for you). A fungal overgrowth (or yeast infection) is a common issue for our dogs.  It is caused by yeast, which is a normal inhabitant of the digestive tract, getting into a state of ‘overgrowth’.  When this happens your dog develops an itch and, depending on ho ..read more

    Imagine this: You're enjoying a peaceful evening at home, lounging on the sofa with your furry best friend. Suddenly, your tranquility is shattered by the incessant sound of scratching. You look down to see your dog in distress, furiously itching a patch of skin. You're no stranger to this sight - your dog has been suffering from eczema.     Just like humans, dogs are prone to eczema - a condition that can turn their joyous romps into periods of uncomfortable itching and scratching. It's a sight that tugs at your heartstrings. But what can you do about it? Understandin ..read more

  Geriatric dogs are those who begin to lose muscle as they naturally age. There are some simple ways to help your dog to stay healthier for longer by targeting specific muscles and exercising muscle memory. Here's five things that help: Getting your dog to walk backwards, or sideways. This is a great way to strengthen the leg muscles that are not as frequently used. To get your dog to practice walking backwards, hold a treat between their nose and chest and gently walk into them so they’re walking backwards. To get your dog to walk sideways, stand on their side holding their collar ..read more