Doggy bag

Pancreatitis can be caused by something you didn't even think of...

Broccoli contains lutein, a nutrient that supports eye and heart health, and other antioxidants that curb inflammation. While dogs are omnivores, vegetables like broccoli can be a healthy addition to their meal plan.

Greyhounds appear in both Greek and Roman mythology and are even mentioned in the Bible – the only dog breed to have this honour. During the Dark Ages, greyhounds were saved from extinction by priests who bred them for noblemen – and until around 1700, owning a greyhound was the exclusive right of nobility. From the Macedonia of Alexander the Great to the Moscow of the Tsars, nobles looked a bit nobler with an elegant hound by their side

The German Shepherd Dog is a breed of large-sized dog that originated in Germany in 1899. As part of the Herding Group, German Shepherds are working dogs developed originally for herding and guarding sheep.
The modern German Shepherd Dog is criticised for straying away from von Stephanitz’s original ideology for the breed: that German Shepherds should be bred primarily as working dogs, and that breeding should be strictly controlled to eliminate defects quickly. Critics believe that careless breeding has promoted disease and other defects. Under the breeding programs overseen by von Stephanitz, defects were quickly bred out; however, in modern times without regulation on breeding, genetic problems such as colour-paling, hip dysplasia, monorchidism, weakness of temperament, and missing teeth are common, as well as bent or folded ears which never fully turn up when reaching adulthood.

Dalmatians were sentinel, war dog, fire department mascot, hunter, shepherd, and performer. It is best known, however, as a coach or carriage dog, functioning as an es**rt and guard for horse-drawn vehicles.

The best read ever to see why your dog needs to eat a healthy meal. https://foreverdog.com/

Test show that dry food has 100% salmonella and raw only sometimes 🐾🐾

AVMA to Amend Policy on Raw Pet Food But continues to ignore the risk of dry pet food.

Cooked bones are lethal
Smoked meat has way too much salt
Rawhide bone are bleached and has glue, plus gets long and gooey..
Onions affect their blood cells
Deserts have cocoa, dangerous for dogs
Mince pies are full of raisins which is a no-no for dogs.🐾🐾

Does your dog nibble all day long? 🐶 Consider exploring intermittent fasting. A popular variation of this is feeding your pooch’s daily calories within 6 to 8 hours, also known as time-restricted feeding, or creating an “eating window”. 🕒🥣 Research shows it may help improve their cognitive function and overall health. 🧠🐕

❗Note: Time-restricted feeding is not recommended for growing puppies, lactating females, senior and geriatric dogs, dogs with health conditions for which creating an “eating window” is contraindicated, and small toy breeds prone to hypoglycemia, usually less than 6kgs. ❌

Read more about the research on intermittent fasting and learn how to do it here: https://bit.ly/3RJFyET

WHAT YOUR AGING CAT NEEDS MOST:

Aging cats, like all mammals entering their senior and geriatric years, are more likely to develop health problems, but one problem kitties tend not to have as they get older is obesity. In fact, it's common for cats to get thinner as they age, not heavier.

Research shows that 20% of cats 14 years and older don't digest protein efficiently. A compromised ability to digest both fat and protein is likely a major reason senior and geriatric cats lose both fat and muscle mass (sarcopenia). The cause of this phenomenon hasn't been identified, but one reason could be long-term consumption of ultra-processed cat food containing poor quality, inappropriate and hard-to-digest ingredients.

The quality of protein you feed your senior cat is of utmost importance. Highly digestible and assimilable protein, coupled with high moisture content, is the type of nutrition that causes the least amount of stress on your kitty's aging organs. If you can't feed fresh food (raw or gently cooked), second best is a dehydrated or freeze-dried balanced diet reconstituted with plenty of water or broth. Your cat's kidneys and liver can be further stressed as a result of chronic low-grade dehydration, so all foods served dry can pose a problem long term.

Moisture is an aging cat's best friend, so encourage yours to drink by offering a variety of glass, metal or food grade ceramic water bowls around the house or a drinking fountain, in addition to minimizing (or preferably eliminating) dry food.

There are so much better treats than these. 🐾🐾😱

Coconut oil is also great in their food, just 1/2 a teaspoon a day feeds their coats. 🐾🐾

There are so many reasons as to why minimally processed pet foods🫐 are better for your pet’s overall health span & lifespan versus ultra-processed pet foods🥫.

Otitis👂🏼 or ear infections in dogs, is a top 10 veterinary health problem according to research. They are often chronic, while treatment primarily consists of flushing, antibiotics, and/or antifungals.

In a new peer-reviewed veterinary study, scientists show that the prevalence of otitis was significantly reduced within the groups of dogs that were consuming from 26 to 100% of their diet as non-processed foods.

"On the other hand, eating 76–100% of the diet during puppyhood as kibble significantly increased the prevalence of otitis later in their life."

Furthermore, in another previous Finnish Veterinary study, scientists showed healthy human food leftovers offered to puppies significantly reduced allergy symptoms and skin problems later in life. This long-term, protective effect increased the more often real foods were added, so the more exposure puppies had to a variety of healthy leftovers, the more protection there was from developing skin issues down the road.

“…even if the dog eats 80% of its food as dry, adding a minimum of 20% of the food as raw significantly decreased the risk of AASS [allergic skin disease] later in life.” – Dr. Anna Hielm-Björkman

This is so true!!!!🐾🐾

When you check for ticks, be thorough!!

Obviously not the pip and skin, and in moderations. Avocados carry a very healthy fat. Also does wonders for your dog's coat.

Researchers have found that milk thistle can prevent or reduce medication-induced liver damage. If you've been giving your dog medication, milk thistle will help flush out the chemicals and toxins. Milk thistle can also help the liver eliminate heavy metal toxicity, so whenever you give your dog tick and flea meds, put them on a course on milk thistle, just for 5 days.

Chicken Feet are also high in collagen, a protein that works to support skin, coat, and joint health in dogs. While chewing chicken feet, your dog will also be scraping away tartar and plaque, promoting healthier teeth and gums.

Raw is naturally digestible
Just like people dogs absorb nutrients better from whole foods rather than synthetic vitamins which are often added in after in the process of manufacturing kibble and canned food. Dogs thrive on a diet that's rich in quality protein and low in carbohydrates and sugars.