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 …
If you are currently feeding a diet of dry cat food, make sure you are taking some extra steps to make sure your kitty is getting the moisture they need. In the wild, the prey they hunt and eat is at least 70% moisture. The typical kibble dry food is 5-10% moisture. Combine that with …
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We all dream of a world where we can let our dogs off leash to run freely. But, not all dogs are friendly. If your dog approaches an aggressive or fearful dog, this could be a very dangerous situation. All dogs should be able to enjoy a walk without the fear of this situation occurring. …
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Exercise your dog before the fireworks start. When letting them outside, use a leash rather than tying them out or even letting them roam free even in a fenced yard. A frightened dog may escape a collar or jump a fence. Make sure your pet has ID Tags and a Microchip that are up to …
Feed Less Exercise More Feed Fresher While many pet parents don’t realize their pets are overweight, over 55% of dogs are overweight or obese. Obesity in dogs comes with significant consequences including arthritis, chronic kidney disease, liver disease, diabetes and cancer. Just to name a few. Remember the feeding recommendations on a bag of food, …