Bird Treat Recipe – Fruity Calcium Corn Bread ©

A nutritious treat recipe for fruit-loving birds that’s super-easy to make.  It’s designed to offer calcium & other minerals, Vitamins A, C, E & K, amino acids, plus a good dose of antioxidants. Fruity Calcium Corn Bread Treat Recipe for Birds © Formulated by AllNaturalPetCare.com 1 pkg Corn Bread Mix 1 tsp Human-grade Calcium Montmorillonite [...]

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Dog Treat Recipe – A to Z Muffins ©

These delicious dog muffins combine apples and zucchini into a nutritious, homemade treat that dogs love. A to Z Muffins © In one bowl blend: 4 c flour 1 TBSP baking powder 1/2 tsp cinnamon In a second bowl blend: 2  3/4 cups water 1/2 tsp vanilla 2 TBSP pure honey (Manuka Honey offers more [...]

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Natural Extracts for Holistic Pet Care ©

Natural extracts and condensed powders may be used medicinally, therapeutically, holistically,  and nutritionally.  In today’s ‘natural’ world, these nutraceuticals are  increasingly utilized for flavor and as a natural food coloring. One of the best reasons to choose extracts/powders for pets is it’s the easiest way for them to ingest the component(s).  Maybe they won’t eat [...]

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Wild Vegetables ©

Here’s a new hobby for you – gather some free, nutritious veggies for your herbivorous or omnivorous pets.  What could be more natural?  It may surprise you to know that overall, many wild vegetables are better for us than spinach. Following are some of the more common wild veggies. The nutritional information can be difficult [...]

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Calcium Montmorillonite Clay for Pets ©

In this age of chemicals and additives, pollution and sporadic policing of pet food for mycotoxins and other contamination, it is imperative that we use any natural means at our disposal to help our pets defend themselves internally. In the wild, virtually every group of animals instinctively seeks out natural cures and digestive aids that [...]

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Cat Treat Recipe: Frozen Pops For Cool Cats ©

Posted by admin on May 17th, 2012

We’ll be formulating lots of recipes to keep pets cool over the Summer, beginning with some frozen pops for cats.   We like frozen treats because they’re easy and they increase fluid intake when pets need it most.  The leftover water is eagerly lapped up because it’s full of flavor.

This recipe combines the omega-rich nutrition of sardines and krill with a sprinkle of powdered seaweed for a low-carb, highly digestible supplement that also helps to balance electrolytes.  Frozen Pop Treats for Cats

Frozen Pops For Cool Cats
© Formulated by AllNaturalPetCare.com

In a blender or food processor, combine:

1 can of unseasoned sardines (packed in water)
1 TBSP ground krill (or your favorite freeze-dried treats)
1/4 tsp powdered seaweed
1/4 tsp extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup water

Blend until smooth.  Spoon into a small ice cube tray (I found small trays at my local dollar store).  Once the treats are frozen, remove them from the tray and store in an air-tight container in the freezer.

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Welfare Weekend: Consider Adopting A Mom ©

Posted by admin on May 14th, 2012

We’re a little late with our Welfare Weekend series due to office renovations, but we didn’t want to skip it all together. :-)

With Mother’s Day being celebrated across North America, it’s a great time to promote an often overlooked group in animal shelters – Moms.  Pregnant females often arrive in animal shelters and are kept there (or in foster homes) until their offspring are weaned and they can be spayed.  These animals may be cats, dogs, ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, etc.

These mothers may be overlooked due to the high number of baby animals available at the same time of year.  That’s a shame, because they can be beautiful pets without the headaches of getting a baby through it’s ‘wild’ stages.  You also won’t have to bother taking her in to get spayed later, as is the case with puppies or kittens.

We’ve designed some shareable poster graphics that you are free to use to spread the word about the need of homes for pet Moms.  We encourage you to share them on social networks like Facebook or Pinterest, or use them in your own animal welfare blog posts.

Adult dog adoption

Adopt an adult cat from your local animal shelter

If you’d like to adopt a Mom (after careful research and consideration), you can Search for adoptable animals in your area right here on All Natural Pet Care.

Blog Comment - Adopt Adult Pet Moms in SheltersThank you for caring!  Have you ever adopted a fur-mom? Please share your story in the comments below.

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Is Tea Tree Oil Safe for Pets? ©

Posted by admin on May 8th, 2012

Tea Tree Oil (Melaleuca alternifolia or Melaleuca leucadendron oil) has become quite common in households, either in its pure form or in products. It offers a host of antimicrobial benefits (primarily due to Terpunen-4-ol, alpha-terpineol and linalool constituants), which has made it popular for everything from minor injuries to acne.

The popularity of Tea Tree Oil for human use has naturally extended to pets. It can be found in everything from pet shampoo to flea treatments. This isn’t because it has unique abilities. It’s simply a popular essential oil for humans which they will recognize, associate with something wonderful, and purchase. However, the safety of Melaleuca oil for pets continues to be debated.

Melaleuca oil is quite a powerful essential oil so it doesn’t require much to be effective. The general consensus is that most animals tolerate heavily diluted Tea Tree Oil, be that dilution in a base oil or a drop in a large bottle of shampoo. Limited use of heavily diluted Tea Tree Oil shouldn’t be a problem for most dogs, ferrets, horses and fish, but there is a higher risk if the treatment is somewhere the animal can lick.

Generally speaking, the smaller the pet is, the more chance there is of any essential oil reaching toxic levels. Animals with preexisting conditions that are irritated or triggered by Tea Tree Oil will obviously react badly to its use in any dose.

Most reports of Tea Tree Oil toxicity have been under the following circumstances:Melaleuca alternifolia Tea Tree Oil Safe for Pets

  • Small dogs
  • Cats
  • Undiluted use
  • Overuse
  • Preexisting conditions
  • Ingested (contains cyclic terpenes)

Symptoms of Melaleuca oil toxicity include:

  • Muscle Tremors
  • Weakness
  • Lack of coordination
  • Depression or behavioral disorders

Symptoms may be apparent immediately, but more likely two to eight hours after use.

If you decide to use Tea Tree Oil:

  • Purchase formulations from reputable sources, preferably with the percentage of Melaleuca oil stated on the bottle.
  • I suggest that you not use Tea Tree Oil on cats due to their high degree of sensitivity to essential oils.
  • Never use undiluted essential oils on any animal.
  • Avoid eyes and other sensitive areas.

For aquarium use, most fish-keepers use a Tea Tree product called Melafix to treat external injuries and infections (primarily gram-positive bacterium). You can make your own diluted Tea Tree Oil treatment using a dispersant, but it still won’t be dispersed as effectively as Melafix due to a process the manufacturer uses to effectively remove the oil from Melafix. I’ve made my own formula and it appeared to work, but a refined product would be more effective and less messy. Note that there are conflicting reports of Tea Tree Oil tolerance levels in Labyrinth fish.

There are many other essential oils that offer the same benefits with less risk, so you may want to play it safe explore those instead. Niaouli (Melaleuca viridiflora) is a relative of Melaleuca alternifolia with similar properties in a milder form. You can also try Sweet Marjoram (Origanum marjorana), Helichrysum (Helichrysum italicum), Grapefruit seed extract, Ravensare (Ravensare armomatica) or Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia), to name a few.

Blog Comment - Tea Tree Oil Safe for PetsWhat have your experiences been using Tea Tree Oil products for pets?

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Sources:

Villar D, Knight MJ, Hansen SR, Buck WB. Toxicity of melaleuca oil and related essential oils applied topically on dogs and cats. 1994.
C. F. Carson, K. A. Hammer, T. V. Riley. Melaleuca alternifolia (Tea Tree) Oil: a Review of Antimicrobial and Other Medicinal Properties. 2006.
Bell, Kristen Leigh. Holistic Aromatherapy for Animals: A Comprehensive Guide to the Use of Essential Oils & Hydrosols with AnimalsHolistic Aromatherapy for Animals: A Comprehensive Guide to the Use of Essential Oils & Hydrosols for pet muscle sprains, strains and spasms

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Welfare Weekend: Helping Animal Shelters Through Kitten and Puppy Season

Posted by admin on May 6th, 2012

We adopted our SPCA diva in the Spring and the selection was outrageously large.  Wall to wall cages stuffed full of kittens of every size, shape & color.  It was a joyous time for our family when a skittish, muted grey tabby stole our heart, but it was also a very sad situation to witness.

Kittens and puppies overwhelm animal shelters and rescues in the late Spring, with thousands being processed through adoption systems from now until Autumn.  Most dogs and cats have had their litters and the offspring is now old enough to find homes, at which point they’re often brought to an animal shelter.  Pregnant dogs and cats brought to animal shelters earlier in the Spring are also adding to the fuzzy congestion.  Then there’s abandoned pets, feral cats, puppy mill raids… the numbers are staggering.

Yet every year, animal shelters and rescues work their tails off trying to humanely house, feed and entertain the onslaught of baby pets.  We see countless shelters begging for help, especially no-kill shelters.  This is when they need our help most.

How you can helpKitten Puppy Season - Help Animal Rescues

Cash donations are welcome, but there are other ways to assist animal shelters in this time of great need.

Volunteering is possible for virtually everyone and it’s a way to contribute without out-of-pocket expense.  If there’s one thing animal shelters need during puppy and kitten season, it’s more hands.

Crafting beds, blankets, toys and other items for animal shelters results in donations that are useful and welcomed.  Check out our list of free patterns.

Found feral felines and their kittens may be tamed and re-homed by yourself.  If that isn’t possible, try to find an organization in your area that specifically helps feral cats.  They specialize in ways to manage feral cat populations and are often better equipped to handle the problem.

Throw a pet party!  Invite friends and their pets over for a potluck barbecue, encouraging them to bring puppy and kitten items or other donations.  Homemade pet treats cut into fun pet shapes make great fundraisers too.

Items in high demand by shelters during kitten & puppy season include:

  • Quality canned food and puppy/kitten food
  • Kitten & puppy milk replacement
  • Heating Pads
  • Chew toys & cat toys that are easily sterilized
  • House training pads and litter

Create awareness with blog posts and through social media sharing. Follow animal charities’ social media pages, like the animal rescues listed in our Animal Rescues on Pinterest post.

Adopt!  Now is a great time to adopt your new best friend (after careful research and consideration). Many pet shelters are offering reduced adoption rates during kitten and puppy season. It’s also much less expensive to have an adopted pet spayed or neutered with the coupon provided by many shelters.   Search for adoptable animals in your area right here on All Natural Pet Care!

Have your pet spayed or neutered!  Offspring are your responsibility, and a single dog or cat can produce many of them over their lifetime.  Choose to be a part of the solution instead of part of the problem.

Blog Comment - Puppy & Kitten Season Animal RescuesDo you have more suggestions?  Please share your comments below.

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Free Samples from AllNaturalPetCare.com for Guest Posts

Posted by admin on May 4th, 2012

Pet Care Blogger Guest PostsWe’re excited to announce that for a limited time, we will send samples of our products to the authors of exclusive guest posts when they are published!  This is a small token of our appreciation for the time and effort put into the level of quality we require for guest posts on the All Natural Pet Care Blog.  You may also include a link to your family-rated website or charity in your bio for some free publicity.

We are only able to publish high quality, original, natural pet care articles on our blog because it is important for us to maintain high information standards.  Please read through our content to familiarize yourself with what we require in an article.

We also consider true, detailed stories about the successful use of natural pet remedies and treatments.

Additional Writer’s Guidelines:

  • We only accept exclusive, original articles that are entirely the work of the submitting author.  You must agree to not publish the same article anywhere else, including your own website.
  • We are looking for top quality, natural pet care information, not self-promotion material, affiliate copy, or bot-generated/spinner articles.
  • The information provided in the article must be about the natural care of any pet (not general pet care information).
  • Information should be properly researched and reasonably verifiable as true and safe for pets.
  • We are not interested in fear-mongering or attacks on industries, brands, etc.  We believe that building bridges between pet parents and industries is a far more effective way to initiate change.
  • Articles must be written from a human’s point of view.
  • Clean, proofed copy is a must.
  • A link is permitted in the author bio only (website URL, e-mail, social media, etc).  The link may not lead to a website containing illegal content, fear-mongering, or content unsuitable for a general audience.  Articles containing links in the body will not be accepted for publication.

We do not guarantee publication, but you will be promptly notified of our decision so you can market your article elsewhere.

Please send your complete, exclusive article submission (not queries) to Suppliers{at}AllNaturalPetCare.com for consideration.

We’re looking forward to reading your submissions!  Please post any questions in the comments below.

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