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How to make a move stress free for your pup

March 13, 2018July 19, 2023 Healthy Dog Club

Last month, our entire family relocated to Arizona, and I began to notice a significant change in our pups’ behavior. They became visibly anxious and started following me everywhere I went, whether it was during the cleaning and packing process or even a simple trip to the store. It was evident that they sensed something was happening. Unfortunately, many people fail to grasp that pets can be just as affected by a move as humans are, often misunderstanding the situation. Seeing my beloved dogs in such a stressed state was…

What questions to ask your new pet sitter

October 27, 2016October 27, 2016 Healthy Dog Club

Interviewing potential sitters to care for your pup can be daunting. With many sitters available, finding the perfect person for your furry loved one is tough! Fortunately, there are some key questions you can ask potential candidates to ensure you hire the ideal sitter. 1. How long have you been pet sitting? A higher level of experience, especially if your dog has behavioral or medical concerns, means your sitter has probably worked with pups similar to yours and can handle their specific needs. 2. Will you be comfortable caring for…

Travelling with your pet?

August 2, 2016 Healthy Dog Club

Traveling With Your Pet By Monica Samson More people than ever before treat their pets with unconditional love and care. It is very common for pets to be welcomed into families not as a pet but as a member of the family. Pet owners are eager to take their pets out on family vacations as well. With this growing number of traveling dog’s we have also seen a spike in pet friendly hotels. More than ever, pet owners are willing to take their pets on an international vacation too! Hotels.com…

What to do when your pooch is a finicky eater

July 10, 2016 Healthy Dog Club

By Robert Mueller The majority of pet owners are used to their pet‘s gulping their meals down and begging for more, especially when it’s scraps from the table or certain kibbles (loaded with flavor-enhancing agents). They could never even imagine their pet turning their nose up at any “food” let alone a raw diet. However, it’s not uncommon for your dog to become picky when switching to a raw diet. Don’t let the cute face fool you. Let me explain. I have been raw feeding for over 40 years. I…

Canine Cancer Cuisine

June 2, 2016June 2, 2016 Healthy Dog Club

Canine Cancer Cuisine There are no ten commandments or easy-to-follow plans for feeding an animal with cancer, but healthy and tempting cuisine is a good place to start for canines with cancer. Written by Suzi Beber | Photography by Julie Austin One diet does not fit all, and what works well today may not be tolerated tomorrow. Tastes change and regular feeding schedules can be turned upside down. The guidance of a veterinarian or nutritionist can give a better idea of what to expect, but here are a few important…

Raw Food: Truth or Fiction

May 31, 2016 Healthy Dog Club

By Robert Mueller Give your dog a fighting chance with a healthy diet. Concerned pet parents who are actively searching for the very best in nutrition for their dogs need to be able to discern fact from fiction when making a decision whether to switch their dog’s diet. With the recent recalls of pet food, pet owners that have been buying kibble and canned food all their life are now beginning to question the safety, value and benefits of feeding a heat processed pet food. Each side of the…

Your pet can make you sick

May 13, 2016May 13, 2016 Healthy Dog Club

Dr. Bruno Chomel, report co-author and professor of zoonoses at University of California School of Veterinary Medicine at Davis You might want to think twice before snuggling in bed at night with Fido or Fluffy. According to a report published in the February issue of the public health journal Emerging Infectious Diseases, seemingly healthy pets can carry parasites, bacteria or viruses that cause mild to life-threatening illness in people. Of the 250 zoonotic diseases — infections transmitted between animals and people — more than 100 are derived from domestic pets,…

Paleo diet for dogs and cats

May 11, 2016May 13, 2016 Healthy Dog Club

In a recent poll, 91% of pet owners consider their animals to be an important part of the clan,1 an evolutionary process that began over 12,000 years ago when the first hunter-gatherers began to domesticate dogs.2 In fact, Americans care so much for their pets, they spent approximately $60 billion on their pets last year, with close to $22 billion on food alone.3 However, although many commercial pet food brands market themselves as natural and organic, a Paleo style diet may truly be best for our pets. Scientific research comparing…