Are you looking for a healthy, budget-friendly way to enhance your dog's diet? Look no further than chicken gizzards! These often-overlooked organ meats are packed with essential nutrients that can benefit your dog's overall health and well-being. This article will...
Aren't Mushrooms Toxic to Dogs? It surprises people when I share that I add functional mushrooms to my dogs' diet through supplementation, sauteed mushrooms, or mushroom broth. Aren't mushrooms toxic to dogs? Some mushrooms are toxic to dogs. This is a regular...
What is Solutions Pet Food? Solutions Pet Products is a collaborative focusing on fresh pet food and supplements. They use regenerative farming practices and modern science to create their products. They produce nutrient-rich raw food diets and whole food...
Although I believe raw dog food is the best diet for my dogs, I also understand not all dog owners can feed raw, and the diet isn't a good fit for all dogs. So, when I get a question about kibble, I answer to the best of my knowledge. I don't shame people, and I don't...
Two common questions from dog owners are “How much raw should I feed my dog?” and “How much does raw feeding cost?” Several raw feeding calculators are available online, and most follow a percentage by body weight calculation based on a dog's...
Are you looking for a cost-effective way to provide your dog with the best nutrition possible? Buying bulk dog food at wholesale prices is a smart choice that offers many benefits, the main one being the tremendous cost savings on dog food. In this article, I'm going...
After years of feeding my dogs a raw diet, I now have a solid grasp on formulating homemade dog food. My focus is on their gut health and immune system and on addressing inflammation. In this article, I'll explore inflammation, including its definition, side effects,...
Are you an avid pet lover or perhaps a dedicated pet business owner looking to stay ahead of the pack? Look no further! Welcome to a comprehensive list of pet events, including annual pet expos and conferences for dog owners interested in expanding their knowledge of...
For over a decade, I was convinced that feeding my dogs a raw food diet would make them healthier, but according to a 2021 study, there isn't a difference between raw fed dogs and those fed a high-quality kibble diet. I often find myself defending my choice to feed...
Annual Pet Parasite Forecasts – to see the annual map of cases around the country. Dog owners must be mindful of the dangers that their dogs may face while outdoors. One such danger is heartworm disease, which can seriously affect dogs of all ages and breeds....
Whenever people discuss socializing their dog, some admit they take it to the dog park, pet store, and doggy daycare. During the pandemic, when these options weren't available, people kept their dogs at home, not understanding that socialization isn't solely about...
Curious about your mutt's breed mix? A dog DNA test is a great way to learn more about your pup – and it doesn't stop at the breed information. Today, dog DNA tests provide information on your dog's health, and you can connect with your dog's siblings, cousins,...
As I learn more about canine health and nutrition, I have concluded that focusing on my dog's gut health and immune system is essential to longevity. I do this by feeding a fresh food diet that includes whole food supplements. The immune system protects dogs from...
I initially read about a respiratory illness reported in Oregon and California at the end of the summer of 2023. It's highly contagious and presents like kennel cough or the canine flu, but veterinarians aren't sure what this is, and traditional treatments...
New opportunities are developing as the raw feeding community expands and becomes more mainstream. You can become certified as a pet health coach, meal formulator, or a certified canine nutritionist. Because of the newness of these positions, there are questions: Are...
I'm a passionate writer in the Pacific Northwest who loves all things dogs. I share what I'm learning as I attempt to crack the code to longevity. Keep the Tail Wagging is a blog dedicated to the dog who inspired this journey: Rodrigo Gauthier - March 2010 - September 2023.
