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Dogs can smell your emotional mood

September 4, 2018September 4, 2018 Healthy Dog Club

Did you know that dogs can smell your emotional state and it alters their mood? Somebody told me the other day that they participated in a lecture delivered by a clinical psychologist about how to cure a person’s fear of dogs, its called cynophobia. During the question period that followed, she continued, a person in the audience asked a question: “Isn’t treating a fear of dogs complicated by the phobic person’s reaction to dogs? It’s my understanding that dogs can ‘smell fear’ on a person, and the scent triggers an…

Pet health insurance explained

March 15, 2018March 15, 2018 Healthy Dog Club

Accident coverage covers your pet if he is injured, such as from swallowing something he shouldn’t eat or hitting a hole in the ground at full speed and breaking his leg. Accident-only policies tend to be the ones offered with advertising like, “Cover your dog for less than $10 a month.” They’re inexpensive because insurance is a risk-associated industry and the chances of your dog being hurt in an accident aren’t as high as him becoming sick. Alternative and/or complementary treatments are included in some plans, but most offer it…

Uses and health benefits of apple cider vinegar in people and pets

March 13, 2018March 13, 2018 Healthy Dog Club

You have probably already heard about that Apple Cider Vinegar has been used for thousands of years by us humans. Most of it is used in salads and condiments, and other uses are as a house hold cleanser, cosmetic aid or health treatment. Many also add it to their pup’s food or apply it topically. Vinegar, especially unpasteurized organic apple sider vinegar has long been considered a wonder food. Let’s look at if vinegar really is a health-improving supplement, a natural preservative, a nontoxic cleaning product, a disinfectant, a source…

Joy to the Wagmore Edition

November 27, 2017November 27, 2017 Healthy Dog Club

Photographer Andrew Grant has taken over a thousands shelter dog photos, and now you can see 360 of his best in Rover Wagmore Edition. This beautiful four-color, hard-cover coffee table book makes a great present for those passionate about rescue. A portion of the proceeds goes towards dog rescue. Check out the latest on Andrew ongoing shelter photo project at roverworks.org. Order now!

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…

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 =…

Fun gifts for your pup for that special occasion

March 28, 2017March 28, 2017 Healthy Dog Club

“Once you understand the basic theory behind the functions of enzymes and the essential need for them, then you will better understand the raw meat diet philosophy. It was once believed that because enzymes can be produced by the body that there could never be a deficiency. It has now been established that the number of enzymes the body can produce in a lifetime is limited. Therefore, it becomes critical to supply the body with an outside source from raw food diets that have not had the enzyme supply destroyed…

Feed your pup with safety in mind at all times

November 19, 2016November 19, 2016 Healthy Dog Club

“Most of the pet population today has weakened kidneys and other vital organs that have been compromised from the continuous consumption of harmful contaminants. The mercury found in fish products, and the herbicide residues found in genetically modified foods used in dog and cat food are setting the stage for thousands of animals to die. Pet deaths related to cancer are increasing every year. It is alarming to see these statistics increase without changes being made to eliminate the problem. A simple switch to biologically appropriate raw meat diets (The raw diet)…