Posts Tagged ‘dog’

Scritch, scratch, scritch, scratch… it may be the principal thing you listen to each and every morning or even wake you up at night – your companion’s itching and scratching. Probably the most frequent reason for visits to the Animal Healing Center veterinary clinic as well as the most-asked query from visitors to Only Organic Pet Keep are about itching, licking, scratching and skin trouble. In this article we will discuss some from the possible causes, and a basic protocol for addressing the most common trigger – allergies. Read the rest of this entry »

For some, it can be funny even to believe of possessing “homemade dog food”. Funny mainly because in all these years we have been feeding our dogs canned foods that are processed by commercial doggie food producers. Perhaps most of us are led to think that our dogs cannot survive devoid of those packaged commercial k9 foods.

The many decades that we are feeding our dogs commercial packaged food must have built us all feel that “quality” puppy food are associated only with those four-legged friend foods which come in costly packages. Read the rest of this entry »

Our dog companions are natural hunters and carnivores; just look at their ancestry. The dog at your feet (or on your sofa) has evolved from the wolf, and its digestive system is virtually the same despite many decades of domestication. They have extremely short intestinal tracts geared for the consumption and digestion of raw foods. Dogs are thought about “omnivores” as they eat a variety of grasses, berries and vegetables in addition to prey. The cat in your lap is mostly a true or “obligate” carnivore (meat only diet) and is specially intended by nature to hunt little rodents and birds. Her digestive tract, as well, is intended to assimilate uncooked meat most excellent. Read the rest of this entry »

The reason that the vast majority of dogs are naughty is the indifference of their owners. The hunter, who buys a dog, saw no need to get good guidance on dogs training, and if he gets a book, he does not explore in depth enough. And most importantly, the dog owner must be able to correctly understand, to love, to learn how to “think like a dog,” only under these conditions it is possible to achieve the desired result of dog. The majority of dog breeders, many thousands of them, because of its rigidity and inability to content themselves with ill-bred dogs rush at all and leading to masters at the leash for a walk. This breeder is difficult to correct and completely change their views, humanized dog; for example, that his dog is’ just does not say, “she understands every word,” “stubborn, it makes for evil,” “she knows what offended” and so on. Read the rest of this entry »

If you have never owned a puppy before, you might be feeling a little overwhelmed with the sudden responsibility of caring for the wellbeing of your new pal. In this article you will learn about the basic health responsibilities you should attend to and how you can go about doing so.

Your puppy’s diet is first on our list. Puppies are on their mother’s milk until they are about six to eight weeks old. This weaning age is usually when breeders allow the puppies to be taken home by their new owner. Ask your breeder what the pup is currently eating and continue to feed him that. Usually they will be eating a soft canned food mixed with puppy milk replacer. Use less and less milk until your puppy is on pure canned food. You can do the same when switching to dry food by mixing in a little soft food and then cutting back a little each day until the puppy is on dry food only. Dry food is recommended as the best type of food for dogs as it has less fat content and keeps your dog’s teeth strong and free of plaque build up. This should happen gradually over the course of about 7 – 10 days. You should never feed your dog human food (i.e.: table scraps) at any time during his life. A dog’s diet requires a specific balance of certain nutrients and feeding your dog table scraps will upset this balance. Also remember to keep a water bowl filled for your pup at all times.

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Does Spot seem to be sporting quite a belly these days? As a dog owner, it can be very easy not to realize a decline in your pet’s health until the damage is already done. Obesity is a very becoming a very real concern for pets and it’s up to us pet owners to do something about it. This article is going to discuss a few tips for recognizing obesity in your dog and how you can help get him back into shape.

You must realize that all dogs require exercise. Whether you have a Pomeranian or a Great Dane, every breed and size of dog must maintain certain levels of activity on a daily basis. Think about your dog’s average day from beginning to finish. If you can’t bring it to mind, keep an eye on him for a few days and write down his usual activities. For my dog, I drew a time line of his average day. In my timeline I wrote down when he woke up, his meal times, his usual trips outside, nap times, etc. This really helps to put into perspective whether your dog is truly lacking exercise or if a change of diet is required.

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While the thought of becoming a dog owner is a very exciting notion, it is also one that requires commitment and responsibility. Choosing a dog is an important decision, and there are questions you should ask yourself before you commit to caring for a dog. Read on to learn a few tips that will help you choose the best dog to compliment your family, as well as ways you can help your furry addition make a smooth settlement in your home.

You must bear in mind that when you take in a dog, you are taking upon yourself the responsibility of caring for a real creature—one that thinks, feels, and loves. Make sure that you or other family members are willing to take the time to train your dog (if he isn’t already trained) and offer attention/companionship and discipline. If you’ve sorted out the particulars on that front, then the next question you should ask yourself is this: what traits do I want my dog to have? Dogs vary depending on the way they were raised and the quality of life they have had, but there are particular traits that show up in certain breeds of dog. Do you want an intelligent dog (i.e.: easy to train)? Do you want a dog that is good with children? Are you looking for a low-energy lap dog or a beefy high-energy dog that can keep up with your active lifestyle? These are all questions you should ask yourself to help you search for the best breed of dog.

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If your dog resembles “Clifford” or “Marmaduke” you understand the difficulties that come with finding accessories and necessary items for your pet. I’m not talking about silly little sweaters, I’m talking about collars, bed, leashes and toys that are of a sufficient size. The large dog wicker beds are now available to the great joy of all of us large dog owners. I love my dog, but the big galoot is an one hundred and fifty pound black hole of dog beds.

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Visit Dog Food for Life — Here

Most dogs develop a deep and loving bond with their owners, so it makes sense that they would miss you when you’re gone, however there is a difference between this natural and healthy emotion and a much deeper problem. If your dog tries to dig out of your house when you are gone or is exhibiting severe issues about you not being around, he may be suffering from separation anxiety.

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You may or may not be aware, but in February 2007, there was a dog food recall that included many of the top brands of dog food. These foods had been laced with melamine, an industrial chemical used to make low-quality wheat gluten and rice concentrate appear more nutritious. More than 5,300 pet food products were taken off the shelves after pets began dying all over the country.

Aside from melamine, there are other ingredients still included in dog food that aren’t particularly healthful, aside from providing the bare minimum to keep your dog functioning. Some of these ingredients include “mystery meat” (unidentified source of meat), Propylene Glycol, Gluten, and BHA/BHT. For a complete list of these unhealthy ingredients, visit Dog Food for Life. Read the rest of this entry »