Most readers of this blog will look at the package of their pet food and will see the words “meets AAFCO standards.” It is very common for people to think that means the food is healthy for their dogs and cats. It is shocking to find out pet food is just a means of...
Carrots contain an abundant amount of vitamins and minerals including Vitamin A, C, B1 and B2, magnesium, folate, zinc, copper, and selenium. Various studies have shown that beta-carotene helps reduce cancer risk. Studies have also found that carrots improve heart...
How many times have you been told “my dog is a (fill in the blank), that’s why he sheds all year long?” Regardless of whether your dog is a Labrador, a Husky, or a Terrier, shedding is only supposed to occur twice a year when they change coats. This occurs when the...
We have been trained for the last several generations to think that cats graze their food. If you leave a dish of dry cat food out, watch a cat: your cat will come, have a few bites. Go away, come back a while later. Have a few more bites. And do this throughout the...
Eggs and fruit. Scramble three eggs mix and some applesauce perhaps a couple of blueberries or slice of cheese and you’re ready to go. Tonight going to be crazy? Have a crockpot? Throw in a piece of meat and a bag of mixed vegetables. Cover with water, cook on low all...
Many people are not in the habit of preparing food for their pets. However, many people are familiar with the idea that if their dog is having diarrhea that often a few meals of hamburger and rice seem to make things better. Logically, this might not be the best meal...
