Pet parents often make their own pet food & pet treats because they want to control the ingredients. Eliminating chemicals like dyes is a priority, but that doesn’t mean you can’t create naturally colorful treats for your pet. What’s more, you can seriously boost the nutritional content of your treats while you’re at it!
Natural Diet of Large Breed Domestic Cats
There are several large breeds of domestic cats, including the Maine Coon, American Bobtail, Ragdoll, Ragamuffin, Savanah, Chausie, Siberian Cat, Norwegian Forest Cat, Chausie, Pixie Bob and the Ocicat. There are also very large domestic mixes that may not have a breed name attached to them, but are every bit as large. It stands to […]
Is Your Pet’s Seaweed Radioactive? ©
Seaweed is packed with a wide range of nutrients and countless benefits that extend to virtually all species, including dogs, cats, birds, horses, fish and humans. It’s the superfood that puts other superfoods to shame. If you’re feeding it to your pets, they are very lucky to have such a learned and doting caregiver. The […]
DIY Natural Shaker Supplements for Homemade Pet Food
Making your own natural pet food and treats is worth the effort, but I’m always looking for ways to make the process easier. A time-consuming aspect of the homemade pet diet is measuring out individual supplements. While some require precise doses, most of the food-based supplements do not. This makes them perfect for mixing up […]
The Healing Properties of Milk Thistle Silymarin for Dogs ©
Milk Thistle is well known to many as a somewhat nasty plant with the habit of stinging you when you sit down on the grass, but it also has incredible health promoting benefits. It was one of the first natural remedies to become popular amongst dog owners looking to keep their animals fit and healthy. […]
Natural Treatment and Prevention of Chronic Bladder Infections in Pets
Both dogs and cats can suffer from chronic bladder infections, leading to long-term use of medication and antibiotics. Toy breeds and females are more susceptible, but all dogs and cats can suffer from infection.
Can I Feed Tomatoes and Other Nightshade Vegetables to my Dog?
We’ve recently been asked questions about the safety of tomatoes and other nightshade vegetables (eggplant, bell peppers, etc.) for dogs. The answer is yes and no.
Survey Finds Pet Parents Perplexed About Pet Nutrition – Here’s Why
In spite of a strong movement towards increased knowledge of pet care, many pet parents are still confused and misinformed about pet nutrition, a PetMD survey has concluded.
Using Organic Ingredients in Homemade Pet Food ©
I didn’t realize just how sensitive pets can be to food chemicals that are deemed safe for humans, until a friend fed his pet fish pre-washed spinach. The next morning, every fish and shrimp in his aquarium was dead. I don’t know if it was pesticides, preservatives, or color enhancers, but it sure brought home […]
Top Six Reasons Pet Parents Choose a Grain-Free Dog Food Diet ©
There is a trend towards the “ancestral” diet for pets, such as raw meat and bones for dogs and cats. The main reason behind that is to provide a more natural diet, but pet parents cite a number of additional reasons for making the decision to eliminate grain from their dog’s diet.