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Nutrition for Small Dogs
Is your dog a small dog? Small dogs like Yorkshire Terriers, Dachshunds and Chihuahuas can weigh between 6 and 20 pounds and stand between 6 and 17 inches tall. When choosing the right food for your small dog, consider these special nutritional needs: - Small dogs tend to live longer than larger dogs. Premium foods with high-quality ingredients and protein sources …Read more »
Your dog's health
Preventive care Good preventive care begins with careful attention to the basics: Nutrition A healthy, nutritious diet builds a foundation for well-being and disease prevention throughout your Pet's life. As a dog ages, their nutritional needs change; for example, a puppy needs a diet high in calories and protein to maintain its active lifestyle and to grow healthy bones and muscles. An older …Read more »
Whet your dog’s appetite with wet food
The term “canned dog food” is all wet: Thanks to new flavors, additions and recipes, many manufacturers now prefer the phrase “wet dog food.” Which of the new products are best for your pet? Canned or bagged, wet or dry: These are basic choices you must face when perusing the pet food aisle of your favorite store. “Wet” products have undergone …Read more »
How to change your pet's diet
If you have decided to change your pet's diet, feed your pet a combination of the new and old food over a 10-day period to get them used to the new texture and smell. Abrupt changes to a pet's diet can trigger diarrhea and other intestinal upsets, especially if your pet has a sensitive stomach, so be deliberate and consistent …Read more »
Airtight solutions for storing your pet's food safely
Improperly stored food can become breeding grounds for molds and toxins, some deadly. Buy only the freshest foods available. If you use a commercial food, check the manufacturing date. Should you buy in bulk? With a small breed like a Westie, you’re best off buying in small bags. Buying bulk may save you some money, but in the long run the money …Read more »
Keep ''people food'' off your pet's holiday menu
Keep your pet safe and healthy this holiday season by saying "no" to the following holiday foods: Just say no to holiday table scraps. Pets love rich scraps such as drippings, gravy and poultry skin; however, they can cause pets to suffer from severe indigestion, diarrhea and even pancreatitis, which is not only terribly painful, but can be fatal. Never offer fatty …Read more »
Make a Healthy Treat for Your Pet
Everyone loves a special treat, even your pets. If you have some extra time or are looking for a fun project to do with the kids, make a healthy, low-calorie treat for your furry family member. And when feeding your pet treats, remember to keep them in moderation and count them as part of their daily dietary intake. Look’n lean liver treats Ingredients: 3 1/2 oz. jar of …Read more »
Gastroenteritis and Gastritis: More Than Just a Pet Tummy Ache
Keeping your dog out of the garbage and discouraging him from begging by denying him table scraps are more than just good etiquette tips. These exercises can help him avoid two painful and potentially fatal conditions: gastroenteritis and gastritis. Gastroenteritis is an inflammation or infection of the stomach and intestines in general. Gastritis is an inflammation or infection confined to the stomach. These diseases can …Read more »
Macadamia Nuts, Tomatoes Added to List of Dangerous Foods for Dogs
As a Pet Parent, you know chocolate and alcoholic beverages can be toxic to dogs. Now you can add macadamia nuts, tomatoes and a few more foods to that list. According to the "Hound Health Handbook" by Betsy Brevitz, DVM, the following foods can be unhealthy, even toxic, to your best friend: Macadamia nuts: even an ounce or two of macadamia nuts …Read more »
Can Your Puppy or Dog Benefit from a Vitamin Supplement?
A wide variety of vitamins, minerals and supplements are available. They come in the form of flavored pills, treats, liquids and powders. However, premium foods that are designed for puppy growth and canine maintenance supply all the needed vitamins and minerals to sustain normal growth, provided the puppy or dog eats it well. It is always best to consult a …Read more »
