Foods for Specific Issues
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?
Skin Health In Dogs - What to Avoid and Include
Unfortunately, skin problems are common in our furry friends. They deal with a lot – dust, chemicals, shampoos, sprays, bugs and other environmental problems. Food is also a huge issue. What goes into the body makes the body react, for better or worse.
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 2, and became blind in one eye. A year later, she lost vision in the other eye. It was highly traumatic for both of us. Over time, we learned together how to navigate the new […]
Functional Foods for Dogs - Meats and Other Animal Products
Many animal-based foods provide animal protein and functional properties. Foods with specific purpose are sometimes called functional foods.
Bone Broth - Free Educational Handout
This recipe can act as a base for a soup with other healthy ingredients, or can be used as a topper to tempt dogs who may not feel well and don't want to eat. Pouring a little of this over their regular meals may help.
4R Gut Healing Protocol for Dogs
My colleagues at Fullscript share many resources with me. Many are geared towards us humans, but a lot of the content applies to dogs as well! Today I share their handout entitled "4R Gut Healing Protocol."
Omega-3 for Dogs
We have all read about the wonders of fish oil, and with good reason. Extensive studies show omega-3 in some fish can really help fight inflammation.
Vegetables for Dogs - Obesity in Dogs
Vegetables have numerous vitamins and minerals, but also beneficial plant compounds, antioxidants, fiber and more. When it comes to weight problems in dogs, vegetables also offer a little extra feeling of fullness when trying to cut calories.
Cruciferous Vegetables - Powerful Protectors of Health
Cruciferous vegetables can help fight cancer, reduce inflammation and more. Consider cooked broccoli, cauliflower, kale and more.
Itchy Pet Awareness Month
Common reasons pets wind up at the vet include itchy ears, itchy skin, dermatitis, allergies (or what are thought to be allergies but may not be) and other related itchy and allergy-type problems.