Natural Care For Your Dog’s Eyes
In some cases of simple infection or irritation, a herbal wash can clear the problem immediately. In other cases, conditions such as chronic runny eyes, cataracts, glaucoma etc indicate an underlying unbalance. Prevention Starts With Diet Prevention is Always the Best Cure and a fresh, varied diet is the first step to promote and maintainContinue reading “Natural Care For Your Dog’s Eyes”
Feeding Fish To Your Dog – A Brief Guide
Fish? YES Please! Steamed, grilled, baked… Fish is a great addition to your dog’s diet. Oily Fish Oily fish is an excellent natural source of Omega-3 fatty acids, essential for a healthy coat and healthy skin.Omega-3 fatty acids also provide a natural anti-inflammatory component, which can be very beneficial to dogs who suffer from IBS,Continue reading “Feeding Fish To Your Dog – A Brief Guide”
Calm Your Dog’s Upset Stomach Naturally
Just recently, Pepper suffered from an upset tummy and I thought to share some natural remedies to help other dog parents deal with the same. Some symptoms your dog may experience when suffering from tummy troubles are just the same as with us humans: vomiting and/or diarrhoea, flatulence, stomach noises, appetite loss, and changes inContinue reading “Calm Your Dog’s Upset Stomach Naturally”
Calendula For Dogs – The Benefits
Calendula has a long history of use and it should be one of the first herbs to consider in minor first aid situations. External Use Compounds in the flowers help speed cell reproduction and inhibit bacteria and fungi on the injury’s area. A Calendula salve (or alternatively water infusion) is excellent in case of minorContinue reading “Calendula For Dogs – The Benefits”
The Link Between Herbs And Diet
Adding herbs to your dog’s diet can have a huge impact on his health and wellbeing… But… Yes, there is a BUT… To use herbs at their best potential you must first take on an overall natural approach that cares for your dog’s general wellbeing, including body, mind and spirit. The essence of complete wellnessContinue reading “The Link Between Herbs And Diet”
Does Cooking Food Make It Less Nutritious?
Gently cooking food will only minimally affect the amount and quality of nutrients. Steaming food is a particularly gentle method, which preserves vitamins and minerals. It will also enhance flavours, which can be especially important for fussy or elderly dogs who tend to become less interested in eating. Water is the enemy when it comesContinue reading “Does Cooking Food Make It Less Nutritious?”
Why You Should Not Cut Your Dog’s Hair
Shaving will NOT help to keep your dog cool on hot days. On the contrary, a dog’s coat is a natural insulator, and removing that hair will only make your dog overheat more easily. Read this again… The “no shave” rule doesn’t just apply to very furry / double-coated breeds like Samoyeds, Huskies or Malamutes, but to allContinue reading “Why You Should Not Cut Your Dog’s Hair”
SuperFoods For Your Dog
The term superfood is defined as “a food that is rich in compounds (such as antioxidants, fibre, or fatty acids) considered beneficial to the health.” Superfoods are known to be extremely beneficial for humans but can they boost your dog’s health, too? Absolutely YES! Some of the same ingredients in your diet can be ofContinue reading “SuperFoods For Your Dog”
Calming Dog Spray – Recipe
Something About Essential Oils “Essential oils contain a host of biologically active and powerful compounds. Used correctly, they are an indispensable part of integrative medical care.” – Veterinarian Dr Richard Palmquist. The first use of essential oils seems to be dating all the way back to the Ancient Egyptians.The highly skilled Egyptians used to extractContinue reading “Calming Dog Spray – Recipe”
Dogs And Dental Diseases
Dental disease in dogs, is one of the most common medical conditions, with over 80% of dogs over the age of three having active dental diseases. We know that ??????, the yellow or brown coloured deposit that forms when Plaque hardens on dogs’ teeth ??? ???? ?? ??????? ??????????, such as cavities and gum disease. But studies haveContinue reading “Dogs And Dental Diseases”
The Ultimate (Healthy) Sweet Tooth Baked Treat – Recipe
Some dogs like it sweet, while some dogs prefer it sour… If your pup has a great liking for sweet-tasting foods… This is The Ultimate (Healthy) Sweet Tooth Baked Treat:Doggy Carob Chip Baked Oats!Great as Birthday Cake or as Occasional Treat to simply show your dog how much you love them! Skip to the RecipeContinue reading “The Ultimate (Healthy) Sweet Tooth Baked Treat – Recipe”
Hazards Of Spring For Your Dog – Be Aware
Spring is beautiful, warmer weather, lighter days, more time spent outside… However, there is more to it. In spring, pet emergencies increase by 33% as worried pet owners battle with the unexpected dangers of this season. Here some hazards you should be aware of now that Spring is on its way: Spring Flowers Dogs loveContinue reading “Hazards Of Spring For Your Dog – Be Aware”
Cold, Wet, Powerful – Dog’s Nose FACTS
“Dogs noses are specifically adapted to function much better than ours” explains Dr. Michael T. Nappier, of the Virginia Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine. And below a few examples of the wonders those little powerful ‘machines’ can accomplish! ????? ????? ???? ???’? ???? ① The human nose contains about 6 million olfactory receptors that allowContinue reading “Cold, Wet, Powerful – Dog’s Nose FACTS”
The Many Uses Of Eggshells For Dogs
An eggshell is the hard, outer covering of an egg. It consists mostly of calcium carbonate, a common form of calcium. The rest is made up of protein and it also contains other microelements like boron, magnesium, manganese, copper, iron, molybdenum, sulfur, zinc, etc. Here are some of the amazing ways eggshells can be usedContinue reading “The Many Uses Of Eggshells For Dogs”
Review: “Four Leaf Rover, Brain Food – Bovine Brain” For Dogs
In case you didn’t know it… I have a real soft spot for senior dogs.I was gifted with the sweetest and most loyal little girl for 17 years, a small but strong warrior who passed away at the age of 12 because of a genetic disease and… Now Pepper too is entering his golden years. Continue reading “Review: “Four Leaf Rover, Brain Food – Bovine Brain” For Dogs”
Leaky Gut Syndrome
Preventing the source of allergies, joint pain, digestive diseases, cancer and more… It was the time that gut health became an important topic also when it comes to dogs. Poor gut health and related diseases, such as Increased Intestinal Permeability Syndrome (also called Leaky Gut Syndrome), it’s a condition that affects people and pets andContinue reading “Leaky Gut Syndrome”
Pancake Day: 3 Dog-Friendly Recipes
Raise your hand if you have been looking forward to this day: “Pancake Day“!I have and Pepper too! Yummy Pancakesss! But once again, we have the usual dilemma – can my dog eat Pancakes? The classic human recipe is not the best option for our dogs. Some ingredients such as sugar, baking powder, chocolate… CanContinue reading “Pancake Day: 3 Dog-Friendly Recipes”
Senior Dog Nutrition
My dear Pepper recently turned 10-years old and even if he still looks great I can not forget there are some less visible changes that come with age; body and digestion start changing and the immune system may need some extra support. It seems to happen overnight… One day, your dog is running crazy likeContinue reading “Senior Dog Nutrition”
Natural Vs Artificial Antioxidants
First Of All, What Are Antioxidants “Antioxidants are compounds that inhibit oxidation. Oxidation is a chemical reaction that can produce free radicals, thereby leading to chain reactions that may damage the cells of organisms.” Oxidation is a naturally occurring chemical process, that produces molecules called free radicals, these molecules then react with and harm cells in theContinue reading “Natural Vs Artificial Antioxidants”
Health Benefits Of Exercising
Physical and Social Exercise is a necessary part of your dog’s well-being.Going for walks is essential for dogs’ health: tones muscles, lubricates joints – which decreases pain and stiffness, and keeps heart and lungs fit.This applies to every breed, from the smallest to the biggest. I often hear of very small dogs taken for walksContinue reading “Health Benefits Of Exercising”
Natural Remedies for Coughing in Dogs
When your dog coughs, you may think he has a cold, especially as the temperature starts to drop. And that may be what it is…Common cold is not just for people: dogs can get colds too! Like humans, there are many viruses that can cause coughing and cold-like symptoms in dogs. But it is alsoContinue reading “Natural Remedies for Coughing in Dogs”
Fish Oil – The Bad, The Ugly
If you are thinking of feeding Fish Oil, or you are already feeding it to your dog, you may be in for an unpleasant surprise. A few years ago, I threw away all my dog’s Fish Oil and perhaps you will do the same after reading this post. Fish Oils, rich in n-3 PUFAs, haveContinue reading “Fish Oil – The Bad, The Ugly”
Phytoplankton, What Is It?
Today, I would like to introduce something to you that may sound unusual, but if you reach the end of this article, I am sure this little known addition will become one of the favourite features in your dog’s meals… What Are Phytoplanktons Phytoplanktons are tiny bunches of algae and bacteria that sustain the entire ocean. TheyContinue reading “Phytoplankton, What Is It?”
Sardines – A Great Choice
Pepper loves his stinky Sardines! And I am glad he enjoys this super nutritious food… Let’s see in more detail what we are talking about: Benefits of Sardines for Dogs Some of the main benefits of feeding Sardines to your dog are: High in omega-3 and other healthy fatty acids Sardines are high in variousContinue reading “Sardines – A Great Choice”
Turmeric Golden Paste
What Is It? Turmeric Paste (or Golden Paste) is a miracle paste that can be used both by people and pets. Turmeric Paste is an aromatic, turmeric-based paste. It typically contains a combination of turmeric powder, an oil base, ground black pepper and water. This magic mixture is widely known for the following benefits: ItContinue reading “Turmeric Golden Paste”
Garlic To Dogs – Yea or Nay?
In a previous post I mentioned Garlic among a list of optional ingredients to add for a delicious and healthy Bone Broth recipe for dogs.In this post I’d like to debunk the myth that Garlic should be avoided at all costs – in fact, you have nothing to fear and everything to gain in feedingContinue reading “Garlic To Dogs – Yea or Nay?”
Why Your Dog Needs Bone Broth
What is Bone Broth? Bone broth is an aromatic broth simmered with beef or poultry bones and vegetables. Before you start wondering… No, Stock and Bone Broth are not the same thing.Bone Broth and stock are similar but do have some fundamental differences, mainly to do with cooking times and temperature.The purpose of stock isContinue reading “Why Your Dog Needs Bone Broth”
Dog Food: 10 Truths
Excerpt of article by Julia Henriques. 40% of dogs are obese…47% of dogs now die of cancer…Heart, kidney and liver diseases are epidemic… Like people, dogs are what they eat. Save your dog a lot of suffering, and save yourself a fortune in vet bills, by learning the truth about your dog’s diet. Here are 10Continue reading “Dog Food: 10 Truths”
Handling Essential Oils Safely For Dogs
Excerpt of article by Julia Henriques. Essential oils for dogs is a popular topic. Everyone’s quick to recommend them for almost every issue, from arthritis to separation anxiety. Aromatherapy can help with your dog’s mental, physical and emotional well-being. But the essential oil blends we use might not produce the same reaction in every dog. UnderstandingContinue reading “Handling Essential Oils Safely For Dogs”
Food and Behaviour – The Link
Excerpt of article by Veterinarian Chloe Ross. Food doesn’t just affect your dog’s health; you can improve behaviour too with the right diet. Along with adequate socialization, exercise and training we have learnt what dietary factors may support good brain health and behaviour. When we discuss behaviour in dogs, there are a few specific aspectsContinue reading “Food and Behaviour – The Link”
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