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Grocery Shopping Tips for Homemade Dog Food
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.
Using Cooking Water in Your Recipes
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.
What's In Prescription Pet Food?
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?
Can Diet Help Manage Seizures in Dogs?
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?
Feeding Your Dog a Better Diet - How to Begin
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.
Should Your Dog Take Supplements?
I take supplements, for many different reasons. I do the same for my dogs. Should you give your dog supplements?
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 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 - 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 in Dogs - 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.