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The 3 Most Common and Preventable Canine Ailments

July 28, 2017July 28, 2017 Healthy Dog Club

By Nancy Kerns, the editor of WDJ (Whole Dog Journal) There are innumerable exotic diseases and bizarre injuries that can potentially afflict any individual dog, but, sadly, the vast majority of dogs in this country today will suffer from one of a few very prosaic disorders. And many dogs suffer from every single one of the maladies discussed below! Even sadder: All of these life-impairing conditions are 100 percent preventable – easily preventable! 1. Obesity There are so many overweight pets in this country that there is at least one…

What is hypoallergenic dog shampoo?

July 28, 2017July 28, 2017 Healthy Dog Club

The appellation “hypoallergenic” is a misnomer, but alert owners of dogs with sensitive skin can find products that are safer and gentler than regular dog shampoos. By Cynthia Foley is a a freelance writer and dog-agility competitor in New York. With literally hundreds of dog shampoos on the market, it can be difficult to decide which one is best for your dog. Many of us overly cautious dog owners correctly want to avoid dyes, fragrances, and chemicals, knowing these ingredients can irritate our dog’s skin – and possible adversely affect his…

Are you ready to feed a raw diet?

July 19, 2017July 19, 2017 Healthy Dog Club

“Dogs usually have an easier time with the conversion to raw than their owners who are trying to make the switch. Despite miraculous health turnarounds, fear and misinformation about raw foods continues to be perpetuated through the petfood commercials and mainstream health care for pets. We find that the dogs with the best chance for a healthy life come from households with pet owners that self-educate and keep an open mind.” ~ Robert Mueller By Robert Mueller Manufacturing and feeding raw diets for over four decades has enabled me to see pets of all sizes and…

What’s Really Causing Those Hot Spots and Itchy Skin?

July 11, 2017July 11, 2017 Healthy Dog Club

“Allergies refer to a complex response to certain agents called allergens. Allergens produce a rapid physiological change that can result in asthma, sinus congestion, pruritus (itching hot spots), otitis externa (ear infections), paw licking and chewing, vomiting and diarrhea. All these symptoms represent the number one reason for vet visits.” By Robert Mueller The paws are usually the first to go… Recently one of our customers asked me: “Rob, can you just tell me what’s causing my dog to itch and scratch so much…why the hot spots and what…

Why do our dogs eat grass?

May 29, 2017 Healthy Dog Club

Another team of researchers at the University of California, Davis conducted three separate surveys. Their hypothesis was, “Most plant eating in dogs is associated with illness or a dietary deficiency and that ingestion of plant material is usually followed within a few minutes by vomiting.” First Survey – Veterinary Students Sample size = 25 All students reported that their companion dogs ate grass Zero reported signs of illness before the grass-eating event Two students said that their dogs frequently vomited afterwards Second Survey – Teaching Hospital Clients Sample size =…

Jen’s Offal Goodies…

May 4, 2017May 4, 2017 Healthy Dog Club

We are proud to introduce a new line of treats, that is sure to have your pet begging for more. Jen’s Offal Goodies are new to our line of recommended supplemental products Pacific Paws offers a nutritious organ meat dog treats. “Offal” is a term that describes organ meat. Offal is preferred by both wild and domestic dogs, as it is high in vital nutrients, enzymes, and vitamins. In the wild, dogs eat the stomach contents and organ meat from the animals they prey upon before any other element. In…

Raw Food Diet: Facts And Advice About Raw Menu For Your Dog

March 31, 2017March 31, 2017 Healthy Dog Club

By Anna Smith, Pet Nutritionist The raw food diet for dogs is becoming quite a controversial issue among pet owners. This article is to shed some light on the pros, cons and key information everyone should know about the raw food diet, in hope it will allow you to make an informed decision on if the raw diet is suitable for your pooch. It is incredibly important to create a diet for your dog which can suit all of their needs. With a growing number of allergies and health issues in…

Raw Food Producers

March 28, 2017April 1, 2017 Healthy Dog Club

“A reminder to everyone again to be sure to implement a 90 day raw food program. The recent episodes of allergies and skin issues can be corrected if given enough time to reverse. The detoxification process takes time and depends on how long the dog has been on the kibble diets. The accumulation in the body of unwanted poisons takes time to disseminate through the skin and internal organs. 30 days is normally not enough time to rid the body and can even make the skin conditions worsen. So be…