Raw feeding (sometimes referred to as a BARF diet) is a growing trend among pet parents who want to provide a more natural diet for their cats and dogs. The idea is simple, feed pets the way their wild ancestors ate: raw meat, bones and organs, often with a few fruits and vegetables thrown in.
Contributed by Years.com Pet food experts have revealed the 11 superfoods dog lovers should be feeding their four-legged friends. The dog nutrition experts at Years.com have identified the foods packed with vitamins and minerals to help dogs live a healthier life. Vegetables including sweet potato, kale and carrots are all on the list alongside grains…
By Veselina Dzhingarova Whether your dog loves the cold weather or prefers cuddling up on the couch under a fluffy blanket, you need to be prepared for the winter months.
By Nicole Etolen Obesity can cause problems for any dog breed, but it’s particularly problematic for the dachshund. The iconic breed is well-known and beloved for its long body and short legs. Unfortunately, that same trademark frame can lead to painful- and potentially fatal- problems when it carries around too much excess weight. Take a…
Contributed by Eric Swanson While we humans realize the importance of whole foods, we have been sorely neglecting our best friend – the dog. We mostly have been feeding them store-bought dog food manufactured by companies with huge marketing budgets. While some may be good, in many cases they turn out to be meat flavored…
Feeding dogs and cats a raw or other homemade pet food diet, has been growing in popularity for the past decade. What could be more natural than feeding them wild game? Their wild cousins hunt and eat wild animals, such as deer or rabbits. With a little help from you, nature can serve up a…
Vegetables are obviously an important part of the herbivorous and omnivorous diet. Feeding your pet a variety of nutrient-dense, easily-digested vegetables and herbs can have a delightful impact on their overall well-being, health conditions, breeding, and growth.
By Alex Paul Dogs are man’s best friend, but they don’t like the carbohydrate-filled, unnatural diets fed to them. High-quality dog foods – for the most part – are super expensive, yet many of them don’t provide your pup with ample protein for optimal performance. And protein is the key to a healthy diet for…
Feeding raw meat to pets like cats and dogs is considered by many to be the ultimate biologically appropriate, primal diet. Unfortunately, DIY raw feeding can be messy and time consuming. Combine that with the challenge of providing a balanced diet, and many pet parents give up on raw pet food altogether.
The heartbreaking part of having a dog is their relatively short lifespan. Life expectancy for dogs has improved with diet and care standards, but the time to say goodbye still comes all too soon. Dr. Kelly M. Cassidy, a Biologist who compiles scientific data about the lifespan of dogs, has concluded that canine longevity varies…
