Here is some quite comprehensive information about pet vaccinations – and whether or not you should vaccinate your dog (or cat). The author is Dr. Jean Hofve, DVM – one of the relatively few vets who pulls no punches, and will tell you that annual vaccinations are NOT needed! Read on … Vaccination Overview by Dr. Jean Hofve, DVM You… Read more »
It’s very important to pay special attention to what your feeding your dog when choosing the right dog food. A lot of the dog foods are made chock full of fillers which has very little nutritional value for your dog. You shouldn’t waste your money on buying food for your dog that won’t give them the right nutrition. While you… Read more »
If you suspect your dog may have Parvo Virus, whatever you do, don’t delay. This is an aggressive virus that will very likely kill your dog if left untreated. And it will happen quite quickly. There is no time to lose at all. Act now. And if you’re not sure how do identify dog parvo virus symptoms, find out all you need to know about parvo symptoms, in this article.
With literally hundreds of dog food brands out there and dozens of kinds to sift through, choosing the right one for the family pet can be a little tricky. But making sure that the beloved four legged family member gets the best out of his nutrition is important. In order to find the right kind of dog food, it is… Read more »
Not only do dog allergies refer to our allergies to dog hair and dander, but also to dog’s allergies to things in their environment, such as chemicals, pollution and food. Dog allergies can manifest themselves in skin problems, like itching and hair loss, and in more advanced cases, loose bowel movements and vomiting.
Is raw dog food best for your dog? Do you remember what a good nutritionist always says? The closer to the natural state the food we eat is – the better it is for our health. The same is true for canines. If you think about it, animals have lived off organic substances in the wild for thousands of years… Read more »
There is a strange, little known fact about pet nutrition that many pet owners are not aware of. It is that your vet may not be the best source of dog information particularly for nutrition. Veterinary schools’ nutrition courses tend to be rather short and incomplete, and pet food companies tend to push their products on vets and patients rather aggresively.
For 180 dog food recipes, including home cooked dog food, raw dog food recipes, and lots of dog treat recipes, click here. Or try this one! Raw Dog Food Recipe: 3/4 pound Raw Meat – *see Note 1 raw egg 1/2 clove garlic – chopped 2 tablespoons yogurt 1 teaspoon honey 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 1/2 teaspoon flax… Read more »
We tend to spoil our dogs, at least on occasion. Many of us choose to give our dogs treats such as dog biscuits; however, as pet owners, we worry about the commercially produced dog foods and dog biscuits with their many fillers and additives, which may be unhealthy for our pets. For this reason, a growing number of dog owners are choosing to make their own homemade dog food and homemade dog biscuits. Homemade dog biscuits especially give us a chance to thank our pets for the companionship and love which they give us and add our own personal touch.
Kennel Cough Treatment Effective Kennel Cough treatment options are readily available. What is Kennel Cough? Kennel Cough is caused by a virus. This condition is an upper respiratory problem that will have your cat or dog out of sorts for several days, although the duration can be as long as six weeks. Typically when pets are close together and one… Read more »