I wrote this article many years ago, around 2007. My sidekick Cori passed away in 2017 at the age of 15 1/2, and her legacy and inspiration live on! Here are some grocery shopping tips to help make things easier.
Growing up, when my mom made any kind of vegetable, she always saved the cooking water, and used it later as an addition to soups or other dishes.
Many people come to me because their animal friends are having a health issue, and they want to feed a supportive diet. Often, they are feeding a prescription diet and want to steer away from that for any number of reasons. These diets are formulated to address specific health issues. So what’s in prescription pet food?
Dog parents have come to me because their dogs were having seizures, often with no known cause. Can diet help manage seizures in these cases?
If you’ve ever thought of creating a better dog diet, you’re on the right track! Like many things in life, changing diet is a learning curve.
I take supplements, for many different reasons. I do the same for my dogs. Should you give your dog supplements?
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 are well researched and respected for many reasons. These include aiding in heart health, inflammatory issues and so much more. I am happy to share with you an educational handout provided by Fullscript. It highlights types, sources, supplement information and more. I hope you find it useful, and you can always shop …
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!”
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.