Free Mini-Course – How to Make Balanced Dog Food
I am excited to announce my brand new, free mini-course entitled, “How to Make Balanced Dog Food.” This course is …
Psyllium Husk Powder Case Report – Golden Retriever, IBS Type Symptoms
This case report discusses the administration of pure psyllium husk powder to an 8-year-old, 70 pound golden retriever with a chronically sensitive and reactive GI system.
Omega 3 Fatty Acids Visual Aid Handout
Omega-3 fatty acids are well researched and respected for many reasons. These include aiding in heart health, inflammatory issues and …
Corn – Is it okay to share with your dog?
Corn on the cob is a popular summer staple here in Connecticut. But is it okay to share corn with your dog? My answer begins with a big, “It depends!”
Urinary Tract Infections – Nutrition and Supplement Options
My last dog, Cori, had on and off urinary tract infections (UTIs) throughout her life. As she got older, the UTIs became more difficult to manage. Nonetheless, Cori and I got through it together and she lived by my side to a ripe old age of 15 1/2.
Vision Issues in Senior Dogs – Nutrition Options
Note: The dog pictured here was my senior dog, Cori. She developed glaucoma, a vision issue, at the age of …
Carotenoids for Dogs – Dietary Sources
Today I am highlighting carotenoids, pigments found in many brightly colored foods that can help enhance immunity and support health.
Fruits to Share With Your Dog
If your dogs are like mine, fruits are hit or miss. They love watermelon and cantaloupe, but will pass on others like pineapple.
Elimination Diets for Dogs – How to Succeed
An article in Today’s Veterinary Practice discusses elimination diet trials (EDT) for dogs. One option is a novel ingredient homemade diet.
The Diet Discussion Between Vet and Client
A recent article in Today’s Veterinary Practice focused on a frequent topic between vet and client – the diet discussion. There are probably as many schools of thought on this as there are diets.