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Feeding Raw is Easy AND Safe!

admin — Tue, 15 May 2012 04:53:46 +0000

For more detailed and updated information on the recipes contained in this article, we recommend Lew Olson’s book, Raw and Natural Nutrition for Dogs, found on Amazon.com for $11.53. This book not only contains recipes for raw and home cooked diets, but also diets for specific illnesses, mixing fresh food with kibble and information on dogs and digestion.

In light of the newest pet food recalls, there is no better time than now to switch to a raw diet. If you have been thinking about switching to raw but need the right motivation to do so, just read the news about the recalls!

Kidney Diets and Treatment Options

admin — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 02:28:07 +0000

Last month we discussed some of the causes of kidney problems, diagnostic tests that needed to be run to determine the cause, supplements that help support kidney function, and the importance of diet during both the growing years and throughout the lifetime of the dog to promote healthy kidneys and organs.

Age in Senior Dogs Does Not Cause Renal Failure

admin — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 07:21:05 +0000

Age in Senior Dogs Does Not Cause Renal Failure

I often get questions on adult or senior dogs with kidney or renal problems. These dogs often have elevated BUN and Creatinine level results in their blood work. The main question I am asked are, 'What are the best diet and supplements to give these dogs?' While I am asked the same question all the time, what startles me most is why the veterinarians are not running further tests to determine the reason and/or cause for these elevated values.

Dogs and Incontinence

admin — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:14:49 +0000

Causes and Treatment

Incontinence (leakage of urine) in dogs can happen to both males and females. The incontinence may be as mild as a few drops of urine to emptying the entire bladder contents. It can happen as early as puppyhood, later on during senior years and any time in between. The causes of incontinence are varied. Certain medical conditions, medications and even genetics can cause incontinence,

Resources for Nutrition and Health Problems

admin — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:46:06 +0000

Happy New Year! To start the year out, I wanted to put together list of websites that include articles and information on the most common health concerns and frequently asked questions that I receive from people. The two areas that I cover in this newsletter are nutrition and health issues. This is a good resource list to have handy, so I suggest saving this newsletter for future reference!

‘As Natural as Possible’ Puppy Whelping and Rearing! Part III

admin — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 03:17:55 +0000

Welcome to Part III of the series on Puppy Whelping and Rearing! In Part I, we talked about getting mom ready with good nutrition, the timing of breeding, finding quality puppy owners and the necessary whelping supplies you will need. In Part II, we talked about the pregnancy, getting ready for the big day, the things to expect and what to watch for, along with what to do once whelping starts, and ensuring the puppies' health.

‘As Natural as Possible’ Puppy Whelping and Rearing! Part II

admin — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 19:28:13 +0000

'As Natural as Possible' Puppy Whelping and Rearing! Part II

Counting down to the big day!

It is always exciting knowing your new litter of puppies is about ready to make their way into the world, but there are things you need to do to ensure the smoothest possible delivery! Before anything else, line up these two things:

‘As Natural as Possible’ Puppy Whelping and Rearing!

admin — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 01:00:32 +0000

I started to write an article on 'natural' puppy whelping and rearing, but quickly realized I incorporate both natural and traditional practices to achieve the best results and success. Good animal husbandry includes what is safest and what works most efficiently. In my years of puppy whelping and rearing, I have found you need both methodologies to accomplish this. In this newsletter, I have compiled some of my best tips and ideas for successful whelping and rearing and hope you find them useful and helpful.

Irritable Bowel Disease in Dogs – It's About the Diet!

admin — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 00:24:52 +0000

When a dog has ongoing symptoms of diarrhea, gas and occasional vomiting, this is often diagnosed as Irritable Bowel Disease (IBD). The best description of this is that the lining of the intestinal tract becomes inflamed. This causes the food to shoot through the digestive tract, which in turn, forces the food to pass without being digested well. The diagnosis will occur when symptoms of diarrhea, upset stomach and weight loss have continued for several weeks or months and other causes have been ruled out. Other causes of long-term diarrhea may include the following:

What Does High Cholesterol mean for Dogs?

admin — Sat, 02 Jul 2011 03:35:47 +0000

A confusing issue for many dog owners is the topic of high cholesterol in their dog's blood panel results. This is an issue that cannot and should not be confused with the meaning of high cholesterol and its dangers in people. Today, people are concerned about reducing fat in their diets, exercising, keeping their weight down and taking medications to reduce cholesterol levels because cholesterol levels bring about very specific health risks. People want to reduce their chances of developing plaque in their arteries so they can keep their heart healthy.