“I must warn you about the use of bone meal in pet foods. Primarily because of the way it is manufactured. It is generated by a disgusting collection of dead animals, many which have been euthanized with Pentobarbital. This deadly chemical is not destroyed with high heat. These dead animals are sent to rendering plants and dried. Most uses of bone meal are to provide a Calcium source other than ground bones. The Calcium in bone meal is not readily absorbed. In addition, some bone meal contains toxic heavy metals…
Read MoreThe quality of pet food ingredients
Watch this video on YouTube. Proactive veterinarian Dr. Karen Becker visits an upscale pet boutique to evaluate the quality of the different types of pet food. (Part 1) Watch this video on YouTube. Proactive veterinarian Dr. Karen Becker visits an upscale pet boutique to evaluate the quality of the different types of pet food. (Part 2)
Read MoreLearn how to feed your dog raw food diet
Dr. Karen Becker, a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian, talks about her favorite topic: raw food diet for pets Watch this video on YouTube. Watch this video on YouTube. Watch this video on YouTube.
Read MoreA Dog With A Lesson To Teach
By Robert Mueller It is so touching when I receive testimonials from my clients. Not only is it refreshing to hear a client’s story on their experience with raw diets, but I am able to hear how I have changed the life of their pet’s. This customer takes me through her experience with raw diet from the very beginning. “I’ll believe it when I see it,” as the saying goes. Well, I see it, but I can hardly believe it. Bella, a Labrador retriever mix who was 13 years old on February 13, has been part…
Read MoreSteroids do more harm than good
By Robert Mueller Environmental allergies are the biggest trigger. Detoxification is an essential part of the body’s metabolic process. The key organ that is involved in this process is the liver. Because the liver is constantly bombarded with toxic chemicals both of internal and external origin, a wide range of toxins need to be neutralized. Many factors contribute to the accumulation of toxins in the body. These factors include: 1. Nutritional deficiencies caused by soil depletion and improperly formulated diets. 2. Specific imbalances created by processed food (kibble). 3. Drugs…
Read MoreWhat your pup’s poop is really telling you
Have you taken a good look at your pup’s poop recently? It may not be at the top of your to-do list and certainly isn’t on your WANT to-do list. However, while cleaning up after your pet, you’re going to get up close and personal with it on a daily basis. And, as it’s an excellent indicator of health, you might as well keep an eye on it. In fact, it’s a bit remarkable just how much your dog’s daily poo (or two) has to tell you. Truth…
Read MoreA story deserved to be shared
By Robert Mueller Recently, I received a touching testimonial from a dog owner who has his pup on raw food diet. I typically do not share stories like this, but I was moved by her words and thought that I would share her story with you all. It is quite powerful and I believe that you will agree that the BARF Diet can extend your pet’s life. “Thank you! My Bichon Angel had been on a dog food prescribed by the vet for bladder stone problems. She had almost died when…
Read MoreWhat’s Really Causing Those Allergies?
Ask An Expert By Robert Mueller Pet allergies can cause discomfort Sometimes the simplest answers are the most remarkable. For example, we often resort to treating an allergic reaction in an animal by applying what I call “band-aid” fixes. That is, we try to mask the symptoms rather than targeting the core problem, which can often be found in the immune system. Focusing on the immune system is by far the most “advanced” medical approach known to man today. The explanation is simple…strengthen the immune system, and you have targeted…
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