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Category: Nutrition

B.A.R.F. Diet: Sounds yummy but what is it?

It actually sounds kind of gross, but BARF is an acronym for Biologically Appropriate Raw Food or Bones and Raw Food. Many health conscious veterinarians are huge advocates for this diet which can completely replace commercially prepared dog food...  (Read more...)

Did You Just Eat That?

Did you just eat that? 10 things found in your home that can kill your dog. Dogs are very curious animals and as omnivores and natural scavengers, can get into and eat just about anything. However, there are many toxic substances found in your home...  (Read more...)

Does This Collar Make my Butt Look Big?

any owners think their pudgy dogs are adorable, when in fact they are extremely unhealthy. Overweight dogs can develop the same kinds of problems that overweight humans can...  (Read more...)

Dogs That Refuse to Eat - What Causes This and How Can it Be Resolved?

When a pet dog refuses to eat, the problem is either physical or psychological. When a pet dog refuses to eat, his owner pleads with him and tries to tempt him with food fed by hand.  (Read more...)

Your Dogs Diet - Feeding Fables That Every Dog Owner Should Know

Canine nutrition hasn't become as laden with diet fads as have human meal planning. But it has accumulated a number of myths which survive the ridicule of the veterinary profession. As you acquire a dog, your more experienced friends will shower you with advice, which may include some of the following affirmations...  (Read more...)

Your Dogs Water and Beverages - Things Pet Owners Should Consider

A dog can go without food for a surprisingly long time, but if he is deprived of water, he can't survive for more than...  (Read more...)

Your Dogs Diet - Feeding Fables That Every Dog Owner Should Know

Canine nutrition hasn't become as laden with diet fads as have human meal planning. But it has accumulated a number of myths which survive the ridicule of the veterinary profession. As you acquire a dog, your more experienced friends will shower you with advice, which may include some of the following affirmations:  (Read more...)

Feeding Your Dog - Could You Be Feeding Your Dog the Wrong Things?

Canine nutrition has been the subject of much research in recent years. Since prepared dog food accounts for a greater volume of supermarket sales than any other single grocery item, the commercial incentive is tremendous.  (Read more...)

Your Dogs Water and Beverages - Things Pet Owners Should Consider

A constant supply of fresh water is essential to your dog's good health and comfort. Water is very important, representing an estimated...  (Read more...)

Bones for Your Dog - Delicious Treat or A Deadly Snack?

Lets face it, dogs love bones, they always have and always will. But, could they spell disaster for your best friend?  (Read more...)

Feeding Your Dog - Could You Be Feeding Your Dog the Wrong Things?

Dogs have very specific needs when it comes to their diet. This article talks about many of the different needs for different breeds.  (Read more...)

Commercial Dog Food Diets for Your Dog - Could They be the Right Choice?

When choosing a commercial dog food there are hundreds of choices. Be sure that you know which one contains the right ingredients for your dog.  (Read more...)

Could A Homemade Diet Be Best for Your Dog?

When choosing a dog food there are hundreds of choices. For lots of pets, none of these choices are the right one.  (Read more...)

Pugs: Diet Do's and Don'ts

Be careful what you feed your family member the Pug. They have a lot of gastric type upset so you should know what to feed and also the manner in which your Pug is fed. This can make all the difference on how your Pug feels.  (Read more...)

Building a Good Foundation . . . Naturally

There are many ways in which Nature can assist in one of the most natural processes; the miracle of birth. Before you breed your dog, she should be in excellent health and condition.  (Read more...)

Introduction to Acidophilus?

Lactobacillus Acidophilus is a type of 'friendly' bacteria (AKA the garden within) that assists in the digestion of proteins, a process in which lactic acid...  (Read more...)

Dog Eat Dog - The Grisly Truth

There 's a retail boom going on in in North America. While consumer spending is down in many areas, savvy companies have learned that there is very little the doting owner can deny their pet.  (Read more...)

Back Pain in Dogs

Disorders of the spinal vertebrae and their associated backaches belong therefore to any list of most frequent illnesses in many breeds, particularly the German Shepherd Dog.  (Read more...)

Mad Cow Disease is Killing Europe's Pets

In 1985, the world began to hear about a disease that was affecting cattle in the UK - bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE), or mad cow disease.  (Read more...)

The Pet Food Industry and its Questionable Practices

The pet food industry must be regulated to ensure that foods destined for our pets are safe, contain only ingredients fit for human consumption, and involve no animal experimentation.  (Read more...)

Dog Food May Carry "Mad Cow Disease"

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reports that a Canadian cow that tested positive for bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE, also known as “mad cow disease”) may have been used to manufacture dry dog food, some of which was reported to have been shipped to the United States.  (Read more...)

Changes in Behavior Associated With Aging in Dogs

An old dog is a special friend. We remember the times we shared and are often saddened by the changes we see. As our companions age, they undergo both physical and metabolic changes that affect our interaction with them. These physical and metabolic changes can often manifest themselves as behavioral changes. Understanding these changes can help increase our enjoyment of the "golden years."  (Read more...)

PET FOOD
OUR PETS ARE DYING FOR IT

The multi-billion dollar pet food industry is killing our pets. With millions of dollars to spend on promotion and hype, pet owners have become victims of their marketing ploys.  (Read more...)

THE TRUTH ABOUT CATS AND DOGS

The pet food industry, a billion-dollar, unregulated operation, feeds on the garbage that otherwise would wind up in landfills or be transformed into fertiliser.  (Read more...)

PET FOODS' INSIDIOUS CONSEQUENCES PART 4

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PET FOODS' INSIDIOUS CONSEQUENCES PART 3

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PET FOODS' INSIDIOUS CONSEQUENCES PART 2

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PET FOODS' INSIDIOUS CONSEQUENCES PART 1

A recurring theme is that both content and form of the pro-pet food argument is flawed, making invalid conclusions the rule.  (Read more...)

HEALTHY PETS - NATURALLY

At the recent American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association Conference, I discovered that I am not the only one questioning the use of grains in commercial and home-prepared pet foods.  (Read more...)

Canine Digestive Tract Disorders Polyps Megaesophagus Torsion Bloat (Volvulus) Pancreatic Insufficiency
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Intussusception — In very young pups (and other animals including humans) the intestine can invaginate (one part slips inside another). The condition, also referred to as “telescoping intestines”.  (Read more...)

Canine Digestive Tract Disorders Polyps Megaesophagus Torsion Bloat (Volvulus) Pancreatic Insufficiency Part 2

Torsion, commonly called bloat, sometimes described as gastric dilation/volvulus (GDV), this is a terrifying and frequently fatal disorder that German Shepherds and many other deep chested dogs experience.  (Read more...)

Canine Digestive Tract Disorders Polyps Megaesophagus Torsion Bloat (Volvulus) Pancreatic Insufficiency PART 1

After skin problems, the next most common and next most frustrating set of disorders to the dog owner and the diagnostician are those of the alimentary canal.  (Read more...)

Food and Drug Administration/Center for Veterinary Medicine

The low levels of exposure to sodium pentobarbital (pentobarbital) that dogs might receive through food is unlikely to cause them any adverse health effects, Food and Drug Administration scientists concluded after conducting a risk assessment.  (Read more...)

Poison your pets with multinational offerings

Veterinarian Tom Lonsdale is selling plenty of his book Raw Meaty Bones n the US but the Australian media seems to have blacked him out because the multinational pet food companies don't want their dodgy doggy tucker exposed.  (Read more...)

A LOOK INSIDE A RENDERING PLANT

Rendering has been called "the silent industry". Each year in the US, 286 rendering plants quietly dispose of more than 12.5 million tons of dead animals, fat and meat wastes.  (Read more...)

To Feed or Not To Feed...Grains.

I believe cats & dogs should be fed 75% meat and 25% vegetables. The following article is one of the reasons I no longer feed grains.  (Read more...)

ETHOXYQUIN AND OTHER ANTI-OXIDANTS

Anti-oxidants are added to pet foods to protect fats from rancidity.  (Read more...)

Milk Thistle:The Herbal Wonder

I would like to tell you about a wonderful herb and a must for every pet owner's natural medicine chest.  (Read more...)

Feeding Canine Athletes

Athletic performance depends on genetics, training and nutrition. A deficiency in any one of these factors limits performance: therefore, each factor must be assessed in light of the type of exercise done by the individual.  (Read more...)

Introduction to Natural Immune Boosters Holistic

A properly functioning immune system is absolutely vital for good health. Problems arise when the immune system isn't running well (infection) or when it is over-reacting (allergies).  (Read more...)

Introduction to Feeding Naturally

Feeding naturally has become one of my obsessions - I truly believe in it and think that everyone, no matter how poor or how busy, can make a natural diet work for them.  (Read more...)

FOOD NOT FIT FOR A PET

The most frequently asked question in my practice is, "Which commercial pet food do you recommend?"  (Read more...)

The Dark Side of Rendering Plants

Death is the number one commodity in a business where the demand for feed ingredients far exceeds the supply of raw product.  (Read more...)

ETHOXYQUIN

In the US there has recently been a controversy brewing over the use of ethoxyquin as a preservative in pet foods. This is an ingredient which used as a fat stabilizer and preservative and is found primarily in the premium pet foods which have high fat levels although there are other pet foods which contain it as well.  (Read more...)