Dementia in Dogs
Dogs can develop dementia just like humans. Finding the most effective, least invasive method of dealing with, or preventing, this occurrence is important to dog parents.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome in Dogs
Just like us, dogs can get irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a chronic digestive system disorder that can cause discomfort, diarrhea, constipation, mucus in stool and other GI issues.
Prostate Cancer Prevention in Dogs
Dogs can get prostate cancer just like humans. Diet and lifestyle changes can help reduce risk, and some recommendations for humans may also be helpful for dogs. These suggestions, originally written for humans but probably helpful for our furry friends, include…
Urinary Incontinence in Dogs
I have been dealing with urinary incontinence in my older dog for over a year now. She was always flawless in her housetraining, never the kind of dog who would go potty in the house. This is in contrast to previous dogs who may have left ‘presents’ occasionally.
Natural Ways to Fight Pneumonia in Dogs
Dogs can get pneumonia just like us. Therefore it is beneficial to know what kinds of natural approaches are used when we humans get pneumonia, as many are also relevant to dogs. Pneumonia can arise from viral, bacterial or fungal causes, or as a result of…
Heart Health in Dogs
Heart disease is a big problem in America, at least for us humans. But have you ever thought about your dog’s heart health?
On the Bone Cooking for Dogs
We dog parents know not to give our dogs hard, cooked bones because they can get stuck in the throat or intestines — not good! But what about bones that have been cooked down to a deliciously mushy batch of nutritional power?
Cooking to Retain Nutrients
If you are like me and you cook for your dog, you probably wonder about nutrient loss from cooking. Some nutrients are more easily destroyed by heat…
Help, My Dog Got Sick From “People Food”!
I got a call from a woman the other day whose dog got sick from eating some vegetables. She was confused about what to do next, since she knew vegetables were a health addition to any diet, including a dog diet.
Follow-Up: Multi-Vitamin and Mineral Supplementation
Last time, I wrote about dietary supplementation. I believe supplements have an important place in the diet.
Caring for Senior Dogs
Dogs can experience age related issues like senility, arthritis, incontinence, disease and other conditions. Help protect him with food and TLC.
Should I Give My Dog a Vitamin and Mineral Supplement?
I take supplements. I have selected these items for different reasons. I also give my dog supplements, also selected for different reasons. For example…