If International Renal Interest Society (IRIS) Kidney stats are anything to go by, 0.5-1% of dogs get sick from chronic kidney disease (CKD) at some point in their lives. The prevalence increases with age with older dogs being at high risk for the condition. As a pet owner, these stats are deeply concerning. Kidney disease …
Unknown to most pet parents, pumpkin can be a great treat for your dog. The dog will love the sweet taste of pumpkin but more importantly, he will benefit from the numerous health benefits. Pumpkin is rich in vitamins A, C, and E and it’s also a high-fiber food. Vitamin A boosts their immunity and …
Chicken salad is praised for being one of the healthiest and nutritious meals known to man. It is low in calories yet high in protein, vitamins, and other minerals. Whether you are losing weight, looking for a quick snack, or just love it, a chicken salad will make your dream come true. The question is: …
Dogs are important members of the family. As such, they should eat vegetables like the rest of the family. If you are looking for a way to make your dog’s diet healthier, one of the best tricks is to add more veggies. Yes, dogs can do with some plant matter on their plates – vegetables …
You have registered your dog for a Show competition in a few weeks. She’s in tip-top health. Her physical characteristics check out. The only problem is that she’s underweight. It is required that she adds weight and reaches the required threshold before the competition. What can you do? Enter satin balls. Designed to help emaciated …
Dogs sometimes pull the craziest, most jaw-dropping stunts that make us gape in awe. Take for instance an adorable pup that chomps on her own feces? With all the quality expensive food you give her, what could probably prompt her to munch on poop? There are a couple of reasons for the behavior including boredom …
Nothing prepares you for the horror of pancreatitis as a pet parent. It is worse if you are a rookie dog owner. One funny thing with this disease is that the warning signs are not that obvious. Often, your pup will lose his appetite or become lethargic and you’d imagine it is something less serious. …
Sweet potatoes are healthy, tasty, and oh so nutritious! If you are looking for a way to make your dog’s diet delicious while keeping it clean, sweet potatoes will make your dreams come true. These underground tubers have plenty of fiber that can go a long way in supporting a dog’s healthy gut. They are …
Our dogs are integral parts of our families. So, it can be really difficult when they become sick, especially when they develop chronic conditions like diabetes. Although canine diabetes is not very common, it is on the rise (just like in humans). Recent statistics show that there has been an increase of over 30 percent …
Every season, there is one or two trends that dog owners seem to focus on more than usual. For instance, over the past few years, people have asked a lot of questions about coconut oil for dogs, turmeric, sardines, essential oils, ketogenic diets, and fish oils among other topics. While it is always good to …