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.
Holistic Ways to Keep Dachshunds in Shape
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 […]
Fresh Fish for Felines: Selection Tips and Fish Cream Recipe
By Nora Glover You don’t have to be an experienced fisherman to select the best fish on the market. Yet, you have to know what you are looking for. Remember that your cat can’t actually complain about the weird taste or smell of the fish, so you have to check it yourself. If you already […]
Oyster Shell for Birds or Aquariums
Oyster shell is primarily calcium carbonate. It’s often crushed for use in bird food & chicken feed as calcium-rich grit. It aids digestion and contributes to egg health. Crushed oyster shell is also used in aquariums to stabilize and increase pH. This environmentally friendly, natural solution puts to good use what would otherwise be a […]
A DIY Guide to Formulating Homemade Fish Food
The first argument we hear against making our own fish food is surely perpetuated by the pet food industry – what if we don’t provide everything the fish requires? Considering most commercial food has the naturally-sourced vitamins heat processed out of them and flakes lose crucial vitamin supplements within 30 seconds of hitting the water […]
Top 7 Raw-Feeding Rules for Dogs
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 […]
Hunting Wild Game for Your Dog or Cat (With Instant Pot Stew Recipe)
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 […]
Fight Canine Cancer with These 8 Antioxidants + Dog Treat Recipe
Cancer is all too common in dogs and it’s the leading cause of their death. By some estimates, there’s a one in three chance your dog will be diagnosed with cancer. Some types are more common than others. That makes cancer prevention as important to them as it is to humans.
Bad Breath Muffins: Natural Recipe for Dogs
Nothing prevents snuggling with our dog like bad breath (Halitosis). These homemade muffin dog treats are a specifically formulated recipe, designed to naturally freshen your dog’s breath with natural deodorizers and holistic digestive aids.
How to Add Natural Holiday Color To Homemade Pet Treats
Making your homemade pet treats more festive can start with holiday theme shapes, but you can also ‘spruce’ up treats. They make great gifts for the pet-lovers on your list, including pet-sitters, dog walkers, groomers, etc. They’re also fantastic fundraisers.