Dogs love bones as they are filled with all the nutrition they need. Bones contain calcium, magnesium, vitamin D as well as proteins, phosphorus and potassium. It is not a good idea to give cooked bones to Fido as they tend to splinter and shatter, hurting his esophagus. However, you can use leftover bones and cartilage to make a delicious broth. Continue Reading

A dog’s life- a wretched existence or a laid back time in the sun? In any case, many pets won’t howl about their food-thanks to delicious homemade dog food delivery services. Many pet parents want to feed their pets, the best homemade fresh food. Most do not like feeding their fur babies, dry kibble or even wet and canned food that is usually full Continue Reading

There are several reasons why you should try these homemade dog treat recipes. They are ideal for dogs with allergies and are wholesome and filling as well. Unlike some store bought dog treats, these recipes contain no artificial colors, preservatives, flavorings, fillers or chemicals. You will love the fact that you control what goes on in these Continue Reading

Conventional approach to treating canine cancer is to remove the tumor surgically and then use drugs to attack the cancer cells. However, these drugs have far more devastating effects on the sufferer than the cancer itself and most pet parents choose to euthanize their pets. The natural approach to canine cancer is different. Many holistic vet Continue Reading

As dogs age, their individual body systems start to slow down. The digestive capacity of a 2 year old boxer will be a lot faster and more efficient than that of a 12 year old. An older dog has decreased respiratory capacity and immune function, slower recovery from injury and reduced muscle mass. Just like in humans, each canine system also slows Continue Reading

Selecting what food to feed your puppy/adult dog is an important decision to make. Do you go with wet food or dry food? Should you make the food at home? Home cooked meals are usually the best since you get to control the ingredients and avoid harmful preservatives, fillers and artificial stuff which could harm your dog. However, not everyone has Continue Reading

We all keep hearing that the best diet for humans is one that is filled with plenty of fresh, natural organic ingredients with minimal preservatives. So it just does not make sense that we keep giving our beloved pets processed food, day in day out. For many pet owners, feeding their dogs with raw pet food has started making a lot of sense. Many Continue Reading

Food allergies or sensitivity in dogs are difficult to identify unless there is a baseline with respect to allergies. Many symptoms can mimic allergies and it can be difficult to diagnose them. In general, the signs of food allergies in canines include facial and belly itching, limb or paw gnawing, skin diseases, ear infections, gastro-intestinal Continue Reading