Have you ever taken a close look at the ingredients panel on the package of a commercially made dog food? You may be grateful when looking at the list of vitamins and minerals that your pet’s food is “complete and balanced.” The Association of America Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) requires that all ingredients in pet food be listed onContinue reading “Synthetic Vitamins and Minerals in Pet Food”
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The Benefits Of Soil-Based Probiotics For Dogs
The importance of gut health is becoming well known, so many vets recommend probiotics for dogs these days. That means there’s an overwhelming choice of probiotic supplements available. But there’s one kind of probiotic that’s got some unique abilities you won’t find in other products … and that’s soil-based probiotics. This type of probiotic is madeContinue reading “The Benefits Of Soil-Based Probiotics For Dogs”
Dog eye infection: Home remedy & identification of eye discharge
by Dr. Peter Dobias, DVM How to treat eye discharge without antibiotics Eye discharge is one of the most common problems in dogs. Whenever a client came in with concerns about their dog’s eyes, the first question I asked was what they felt was happening. Most people replied that they were concerned about their dogContinue reading “Dog eye infection: Home remedy & identification of eye discharge”
The Hidden Danger in Your Pet’s Food Bowl
STORY AT-A-GLANCE The ultraprocessed pet food industry is actually in the business of selling feed, not food. It’s important to understand the difference between the two. Susan Thixton of Truth About Pet Food points out that with the exception of dogs and cats, human-provided nourishment for almost every other species is called “feed,” e.g., horse feed, cattleContinue reading “The Hidden Danger in Your Pet’s Food Bowl”
How Much To Feed A Puppy
Congratulations on welcoming a furry bundle of joy into your life! Now that you have a playful and adorable puppy by your side, it’s important to ensure your pup is getting the right nourishment. That’s why in this article we’ll answer the all-important question: how much to feed a puppy. From the appropriate portion sizes basedContinue reading “How Much To Feed A Puppy”
DIY Solutions To Stop Your Dog Throwing Up Undigested Food
Have you ever fed your dog after exercise and within a few seconds he spews it on the floor? Or how about when your dog eats his meal and then soon after he throws up a tube of mucus? This is called regurgitation … and it’s a normal function of your dog’s digestive system. What IsContinue reading “DIY Solutions To Stop Your Dog Throwing Up Undigested Food”
When To Give Digestive Enzymes For Dogs
Have you considered giving digestive enzymes to your dog? Or perhaps you think he doesn’t need them. As far as you know, the food’s going in one end and out the other, so everything’s fine, right? Well … not always. In fact, your dog likely needs help absorbing nutrients from the food he eats. There areContinue reading “When To Give Digestive Enzymes For Dogs”
Leaky Gut In Dogs: Heal With Home Remedies
If your dog had joint disease, would you treat him the same as a dog with allergies? Or diabetes? The answer is often YES! And that’s because there’s a growing epidemic that’s the hidden cause of most chronic disease. Researchers today are looking at how a condition called leaky gut in dogs is a majorContinue reading “Leaky Gut In Dogs: Heal With Home Remedies”
Introducing a Dog into a new home with other dogs
Bringing a new dog into a home is always an exciting time. It’s like adding a new family member or guest to the household. While much has been written on bringing puppies into the home – very little has been written about bringing new adult dogs into the home. This article should help you makeContinue reading “Introducing a Dog into a new home with other dogs”
How to Make Dog Kibble Better
Are you one of the millions of dog owners who can’t feed raw? Let’s face it … raw feeders are still in the minority. Most dogs today still eat kibble. It may be because of budget, or convenience. Or perhaps you just can’t deal with all that raw meat. But you still want to giveContinue reading “How to Make Dog Kibble Better”
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