Diet and Nutrition

Fish Oil for Dogs

I am sure by now you have heard all about all the wonderful benefits of Omega 3 fish oil and the phenomenal effects it has on the human body, but what about your four legged friend? Are you aware that pets, especially dogs, can also benefit tr...

Nutritious Homemade Natural Dog Food

The recent recalls on many commercial dog foods have made many pet owners very wary about their best friends' diets. The profit-prioritized manufacturing process, preservatives and other chemicals, and sub-grade ingredients found in many comme...

Vegan diets may not be the best route for dogs, say vets

Forget the bacon treats--today

Basics of a Raw Diet

WHY feed a raw diet? Cooking destroys the delicate nutrients that our pet's body needs for a strong immune system and a healthy digestive tract. A dog and cat's body needs more than the unspecified "vitamins" provided in dry kibble to support t...

Buying Dog Food Online

Running of dog food isn't a pleasant experience. You're always meaning to pick up dog food on your next trip out, but somehow, it just slips your mind at the exact moment. Of course, there are always table scraps and other snacks around the ho...

A Proper Diet?

Many experts believe that you should feed your dog some 'natural' alternatives in place of processed pet food. While some manufactured dog foods can provide important nutrients, very few people would call them 'natural'. This is because process...

How Often Should I Feed My Dog?

This is a question I see often from new dog owners. In fact, I see plenty of longtime dog owners either not heeding or not knowing its answer. However, most veterinarians and experts will say that for optimal health and behavior, it is best to...

Grain Free Feeding

Grain free dog food products have become very popular in the last few years. Many dog owners believe these foods are a better source of the nutrients their pets need to be healthy compared to other foods. The following article will talk about w...

Advantages Of Changing To Raw Dog Food

Although animals have thrived for centuries on natural food, many pet owners have continued to give them cooked foods. Actually if you examine the situation carefully, you will note that none of these animals can be able to prepare their food ...

The Growing Pet Obesity Problem

Obesity does not only affect humans. In North America, our pets are putting on the pounds and more and more animals are developing weight-related medical conditions that were virtually nonexistent 20 years ago. Our pets are getting osteoarthrit...