Are MINE Pet Platters Really Better than Dog Dishes?

Are MINE Pet Platters Really Better than Dog Dishes?

“Research proves that the best way to feed our animals is from a flat surface. The patented MINE Pet Platter design encourages dogs and cats to unleash instinctive, healthier eating behaviors and engages their minds in a way that is both entertaining and...
The Benefits of At-Home Tests for Dogs

The Benefits of At-Home Tests for Dogs

In recent years, at-home tests for pets have improved dramatically, giving dog owners powerful tools to monitor their dogs' health, uncover hidden issues, and guide personalized care—all without the stress of a vet visit. From gut health to genetic screening to cancer...
Benefits of Trace Minerals for Raw Fed Dogs

Benefits of Trace Minerals for Raw Fed Dogs

I recently started adding trace mineral drops (and boron) to my dogs' water dishes (and my water bottle).  The concept of trace minerals was first brought to my attention by Rodney Habib.  And the discussion came back during a recent episode of The...
How Much Coconut Oil is Safe For Dogs to Eat?

How Much Coconut Oil is Safe For Dogs to Eat?

CocoTherapy blew my mind in 2018 when I listened to the founders speak on its many benefits. I immediately began adding a spoonful to my dogs' meals, only to discover that not all dogs like coconut oil. Bummer. Today, our dogs get coconut oil regularly; I've learned...
Is Fish Oil Better than Fish for Raw Fed Dogs?

Is Fish Oil Better than Fish for Raw Fed Dogs?

I transitioned my dogs to a raw food diet in 2013 and began DIY raw feeding the following year. To some pet parents, raw feeding seems complicated; for me, it became easier to formulate a diet that meets my dogs' nutritional needs without supplementation as I learned...
Which Life Line Pet Fish Oil is Best for My Dogs?

Which Life Line Pet Fish Oil is Best for My Dogs?

I’ve been using Life Line products for years, starting with their pollock oil, salmon oil, and kelp. Life Line’s fish oil products have expanded to six oils, and while it’s tempting to alternate between them, I decided to dive a little deeper to learn the benefits of...
What You Need to Know About Feeding Broccoli Sprouts to Dogs

What You Need to Know About Feeding Broccoli Sprouts to Dogs

Broccoli and broccoli sprouts are more than just crunchy greens; they’re potent nutritional powerhouses for both humans and dogs. Packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, these cruciferous vegetables can support detoxification, immune function, and even help...
Why My Dog Has Diarrhea and Easy Home Remedies

Why My Dog Has Diarrhea and Easy Home Remedies

When I was new to raising dogs, a veterinarian told me that dogs always get diarrhea, and it's no big deal. He's also the vet who told me that it's normal for a cat to vomit once a day and that Rodrigo would die shortly after his third birthday. Well, he was wrong....
Garlic for Dogs: A Natural Flea Repellent That Works

Garlic for Dogs: A Natural Flea Repellent That Works

The myth that garlic is toxic to dogs has persisted despite the abundance of information highlighting its benefits. Garlic has long been praised in natural health circles for its medicinal properties in humans, and when used correctly, it can offer incredible benefits...
7 Easy Ways Dog Owners Can Prevent Urine Grass Burns

7 Easy Ways Dog Owners Can Prevent Urine Grass Burns

When we switch our dogs to raw, we expect a lot of changes beyond an improvement in our dogs' health. I expected shiny coats, less doggy smell, no issues with fleas, and no grass burning when they go potty. Raw feeding held up to the hype. But urine grass burns are a...
Laverdia | A New Cancer Drug for Dogs {Review}

Laverdia | A New Cancer Drug for Dogs {Review}

In 2021, the FDA gave conditional approval to a new drug for dogs diagnosed with canine lymphoma, Laverdia. That same year, my dog was diagnosed with lymphoma (but prior to the FDA approval). Scout went through the CHOP protocol, which is a chemotherapy protocol that...
A Quail and Green Tripe Raw Food Recipe My Dogs Love

A Quail and Green Tripe Raw Food Recipe My Dogs Love

I used to post raw food recipes every Friday and then I stopped. I'm not very adventurous when it comes to making dog food, so I eventually ran out of recipes. LOL But I'm back now because I've been playing around with the Animal Diet Formulator. I'm unable to check...
Whole Foods that Boost a Dog’s Immune System

Whole Foods that Boost a Dog’s Immune System

One of our dogs is going through chemotherapy for lymphoma and, sadly, one of the side effects of the chemo is a lower white blood cell count as the immune system is being challenged by the drugs. Thankfully, for Scout, the drop is slight and our oncologist isn't...
Surprising Benefits of Bone Marrow for Raw Fed Dogs

Surprising Benefits of Bone Marrow for Raw Fed Dogs

For years, I believed that bone barrow was too rich for dogs. All that fat in one (or two) meals can't be good. It'll lead to digestive upset, diarrhea, and possibly pancreatitis. Plus the thick raw bones that are chock-full of bone barrow are weight-bearing bones, so...
Which Nuts are Safe for Dogs to Eat?

Which Nuts are Safe for Dogs to Eat?

There are a lot of opinions on which nuts are dogs can and cannot eat,.  I read in one discussion that we're supposed to peel the skin off of almonds before feeding them to our dogs.  What the WHAT???? I love mixed nuts and buy a container of unsalted...

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