Dogs and cats are often lumped together in regards to their dietary requirements, at least to the extent of labeling them both as carnivores. In reality, however, their dietary requirements are quite different. We’ve outlined those differences for you here.
Celebrating Proper Cat Care with Natural Dry Cat Food
By Johnny Mantini October is a busy month for celebrating pets all over the country! There is the annual Blessing of Animals in honor of St Francis of Assisi, where schools in Knoxville are also collecting pet food for local families, the Pet Walk for Cancer in Seattle and the Halloween Pet event in Jacksonville. Then […]
Dog or Horse Treat Recipe: Easy Crunchy Pumpkin Apple Cookies
We lived in front of an orchard when I was growing up, so Autumn always brings back memories of climbing into the trees and eating way too many apples. Dogs and horses will often eat a chunk of apple raw and their wild cousins snack on fallen fruit. We like to make apple season a […]
Cat Treat Recipe: Frozen Pops For Cool 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.
Natural Easter Color Dyes and Decorations for Homemade Pet Treats
Adding a little Easter or Spring to your homemade pet treats can start with holiday theme cookie cutters, but you can also decorate pet treats with naturally-nutritious pastel colors. Besides making your own pets hop, they make great Easter gifts for the pet-lovers on your list, including pet-sitters, dog walkers, groomers, etc. They’re also fantastic […]
Alfalfa as a Natural Ingredient or Supplement for Pets
As legend has it, the discovery of alfalfa (Medicago sativa) was, in fact, pet related. Centuries ago, an Arabian horse owner was struck by increased performance and energy levels in his horses when he fed them alfalfa. Today, alfalfa is a common food, ingredient and supplement for rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, horses, cows and goats, […]
The Natural Diet of Omni-Insectivorous Aquarium Fish
Most fish commonly found in aquariums eat insects in the wild to one degree or another, including Livebearers, Rainbowfish, Tetras, Killifish, Betta, Gourami, Hatchetfish, and many species of Cichlids (such as Apistogramma & Convicts). Insectivorous fish primarily feed on aquatic insects, terrestrial insects, insect larvae and pupae. They may actively hunt insects by jumping out […]
Natural Pet Protection from Aflatoxin (and other Toxins) with Montmorillonite Clay ©
Pet food recalls due to elevated aflatoxin levels have increased recently, causing great concern to pet parents. The concern is warranted. A 2012 study at the Koret School of Veterinary Medicine reported a mortality rate of 68% of dogs who ingested tainted commercial dog food. Contamination has all but wiped out some fish farms. We […]
Dog Treat Recipe: Bad Breath Muffins ©
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.
Myrtle (Myrtus communis) for Dogs
I received an e-mail last week asking about the benefits of Myrtle (Myrtus communis) for dogs. The writer was considering Natural Defense dog treats (or ‘oral health snacks’, as they call them), which contain this herb for its dental benefits. I decided to post my reply on the All Natural Pet Care blog in the […]