Dogs on a raw food diet are naturally healthier, happier, and more energetic. They will face less health problems both in their present state and in the long run when compared to their kibble fed (or other dog diets) counterparts. However, buying raw food for dogs can be a challenge to some dog owners since there are several considerations to keep in mind.
First, when buying raw food for dogs, make sure the food is human grade food or fit for human consumption. This means it is the highest quality raw …

Long ago I discovered that when trying something for the first time, mistakes are an inevitable part of the learning process. But, in the case of drastically modifying your dog’s diet, what if your mistakes jeopardize your dog’s lives?
That’s precisely the predicament I faced when, after much research, I decided to take the plunge and put my two Dalmatians on a raw food diet. I already knew that this type of diet was much the best for my doggy family, but I was still somewhat apprehensive about switching them for …

We all want the best for our beloved dogs, especially when it comes to the foods they eat. We want to give them only the healthiest food available to make sure that they will live a long and healthy life. But what if the so-called “healthy pet foods” that are being sold in the market today are not reliable anymore?
What do we do when we can no longer trust the food manufacturers who is supposed to provide us with safe and healthy foods for our animals?
When The Food Is Killing …

If you feed your pet dog a diet consisting of only cuts of lean meat, chances are he would have severe nutritional problems.
While a dog is a carnivore – meat eater – he cannot live on protein alone. Just like his owner, a dog needs a balanced diet including fats, protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals.
Few of us could afford a predominantly steak diet for our pets, but even if we could, our dogs would be a lot healthier with a cheaper cut of meat. Less expensive meats are better for …

Lets start with the cons first and then go to the pros.
Making your own homemade kitten food will take you more time then simply opening a bag or can of kitten food. There is nothing simpler then pouring premade food into your kittens bowl. Making your own food will require you to spend time making it every few days.
On the other side, the more used to making homemade kitten food you are the less time it will take you to make it and it has been proven that the more …

Dog obesity is a serious issue for any pet owner who wants to own an animal. Overweight dogs can die earlier in life, have severe health issues and be generally unhappy when they can’t get around. Yet, 84 million dogs and cats in the United States are overweight and obese. Add to that the idea that the FDA has approved dog obesity medications to give dogs when they are overweight; the world is facing a real crisis.
Experts have pinpointed a few basic problems that cause most dog obesity. The single …

As the responsible care giver to our pets, we need to be sure that we give them a good balanced diet. That we can be sure is going to help them live a healthy life. With so many foods to choose from how do you know which is best?
With our pets now being part of our family, we are more concerned about getting their needs met. With diet being a major factor in that, we will share some good facts to know. Of course, some dogs might require special diets …

Like humans, dogs can suffer from the effects of allergies. Specific Breeds are more prone to have allergies. Among these are Bulldogs, Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers, Schnauzers, and Terriers. These allergic reactions are usually caused by ingredients found in food.
Food allergies may manifest themselves in cats and dogs in the following ways: Their skin becomes itchy and irritated on their face, feet, ears, forelegs, armpits and amongst the area around the base of the tail. In addition, frequent inner ear infections, loss of hair, extreme scratching, hot spots, and skin …

Many people today realize that home made dog food is a great alternative to provide for all your pet?s nutritional requirements. Because you can prepare the meals, you can make it as healthy as it can be for your canine. Not only that, it can also be quite economical when planned beforehand. Here are some great tips on how to make dog food the best way.
1. Discuss with your veterinarian before making any changes in your pet?s lifestyle?especially in their diet. Some canines are born with specific needs and some …

A concerned pet owner and pet website owner, Susan Thixton have collaborated on a project requesting all pet owners to contact their pet food companies and ask them to develop an email and voice mail notification system for pet owners/purchasers of their products (Pet Food Recall First Alert Program).
A Paragraph From Susan’s Thixton’s site:
“A few weeks ago, I was contacted by a very concerned pet owner. Her own dogs had suffered from a silent recall in the past; the recent increase in silent recalls was becoming alarming. …