Make sure the costume fits properly and is comfortable Your pet’s costume should never restrict movement. They should be able to walk, bark, meow, see, and hear clearly. Make sure your pet isn’t too hot in the costume Get your Pet used to the costume before the big day First, allow your pet to sniff …
Here’s why you need to mix up your dog or cats food: Nutrients Feeding the same food every day can limit the spectrum of nutrients. Every food has a different nutrient profile. Diversity in foods is essential to creating a healthy, happy and diverse gut microbiome. Boredom You wouldn’t want to eat the same food …
Manufacturers spend a lot of money on their packaging in order to make their food last longer. Never store your kibble directly in a plastic container As soon as your kibble is exposed to air, the fats begin to oxidize. The residual fats will settle along the walls and bottom of the storage container. Overtime, …
Taking our dogs out on hikes has to be one of these best ways to exercise them, it’s mentally and physically exhausting. But before hitting the trails, there a few things you should know. Your dog must be kept on lead If your dog has absolutely perfect recall, and comes when called 100% of the …
On average kibble is made up of 30-50% carbs. These carbs get stuck in the teeth and feed the bacteria in the mouth. This bacteria growth leads to plaque build up and eventually tartar. Even if kibble did clean our pet’s teeth, do they really chew? Not really. So how do we clean our pet’s …
Oh no, seasonal allergies are starting to hit our pets again! What can we do to help them naturally? If your dogs allergy symptoms last year round, they may be reacting to an ingredient in their food, or an irritant within your house. If these symptoms seem to start in the spring and last through …
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Air Fresheners containing phthalates These are sometimes listed as “fragrance” often found in: Animal studies have indicated that phthalates are carcinogenic. Can cause liver, testicular and pancreatic tumors. We don’t recommend using air fresheners near your pets, they are typically inside more than we are. These particles can end up on surfaces and bedding where …
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Winter can be hard when you have a dog that doesn’t enjoy the cold weather. Coats, boots and/or paw shield can help with our short haired, small or senior pups. But most dogs just don’t get enough exercise in the cold winter months. That’s when we turn to mental stimulation. For us, we have books, …
Most commercial pet foods today contain too many omega-6s and too few omega-3s. Excess omega-6s can cause skin and coat health issues, such as inflammation, itchy skin and dandruff, along with other health problems including: Adding an omega-3 supplement to your pet’s diet gives them a balanced omega-3 to omega-6 ratio for optimum health. What …
It’s not a big deal if your dog decides to skip a meal. Maybe your dog prefers to eat once a day rather than twice. What is important is that they are maintaining a healthy weight, and receiving 90% of their calories from their meals (not treats). Start with a high quality food. Consider switching …