Digestive issues on a raw diet – here is what to expect

I’m sure you have taken your dog to the vet more than once because his tummy was upset. The three most common vet visit triggers are constipation, vomiting and diarrhea  It is not uncommon most raw diet ‘newbies’ expect that their dog’s bowel movement will be perfect in every way including consistency, volume, odor and regularity. This is not always possible. Several factors can cause a dog’s digestive situation to change. The most common one is the consumption of a variety of foreign materials. Some dogs love to consume pens, reading glasses, leftover…

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Ground Round Woof Dinner

Ingredients 1-2 lb chub of ground round beef 1-2 lb package thin sliced beef 1-1/2 cup of broccoli (can sub green beans) 1-1/2 cup of carrots 1 tsp sea salt 1-2 tsp garlic powder (not garlic salt) 2-3 tsp dried parsley 1 cup of sweet potatoes or yams (cooked) Directions: In a large pot brown your ground round and sliced beef until brown, add your seasonings, veggies, and potatoes, add your water. Bring to a boil and reduce heat stirring on occasion to keep from burning, lower heat to very…

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Pet treat illnesses and deaths out of control in the U.S.

Did you know that since 2007, the FDA has received over 2,200 reports of pets falling ill – and some have even died – from eating jerky treats?1 It’ sad but true. As guardian of your pet’s well being, you owe it to them and yourself to read this important, life-saving article. Please forward this to every pet owner you know and repost it on your favorite animal forums. It may just save the life of an innocent dog or cat. When I first heard about this story my first thought was, “Is this even possible?” I…

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3 tips for choosing quality dog treats

    1. Make sure the treats are made from fresh, whole foods, and not inferior ingredients. One dead giveaway: if you can pronounce each ingredient with no problem, that’s a good sign! 2. Find out whether the ingredients are being sourced from the USA. Stay away from ingredients coming from China or products being manufactured in China. One way pet food manufacturers try and trick pet parents is that they will source and manufacture their products in China but pack and ship in the United States so they can…

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Healthy Dog Club interviews Dr Jean Dodds, a world renown vaccine research scientist about hypothyroidism in dogs!

Healthy Dog Club interviews Dr Jean Dodds,  a world renown vaccine research scientist about hypothyroidism in dogs, a growing epidemic often misunderstood among owners. She is also founder of Hemopet, a nonprofit animal blood bank in Southern California and has a new book out,  “The Canine Thyroid Epidemic: Answers You Need to Know for Your Dog,” written with Diana R. Laverdure (Dogwise Publishing, $19.95). Dr Dodds talks about: The hypothyroid epidemic in dogs Causes of hypothyroidism (nutrition, genetics, vaccinations etc.) The role thyroid plays in dog’s health and function Importance in addressing this…

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Is food sensitivity and food allergy in dogs the same thing?

W. Jean Dodds, DVM Hemopet: Confusing food allergies with food sensitivities (or intolerances) is a common mistake, not only among dog guardians, but also among veterinary professionals. I often hear experts in the veterinary field refer to food allergies, when in fact they are talking about food sensitivities. This is unfortunate, because as long as the veterinary community continues to confuse these two very different immunological responses, our dogs likely will not receive the correct diagnosis and will continue to suffer. So, let me be clear. Food sensitivities and food…

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Safety Alert: This artificial sweetener can kill your dog

What is Xylitol? The artificial sweetener xylitol is a sugar alcohol extracted from corn, birch, raspberries and plums. Often consumed by diabetics and people on low carbohydrate diets, xylitol is gaining popularity as a sugar substitute. Xylitol is toxic to dogs. Xylitol is used to sweeten the following: Sugar-free gum, mints and other candy Nicotine gum Certain prescription drugs Dental hygiene products Baked goods Xylitol is also: Available in granulated form as a sugar replacement to sweeten beverages and other foods. Now being added to some human vitamins (including chewable…

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Holiday reminder: What not to feed your dog

I have put together a small list of foods your dog should never eat. These foods are in our kitchens during the holiday season, raw, baked or cooked. While you’re busy with Thanksgiving and Christmas preparations, remember to keep an eye on your dog and what he/she is up to. The spilled raisins on the floor or the bowl of candy sitting on the coffee table could harm them. It may be a good idea to print out a list reminder about foods dogs should never eat and put it…

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