Easy gingerbread dog treats
The holidays are arriving, so are the treats If your pup goes bonkers during your holiday baking when he sniffs out the delicious aroma of cinnamon, ginger, and chocolate in the air, he is probably thinking “Mom, I need some of that yumminess in my belly right...
What to do if your dog is scared of the vet
Dog afraid of the vet? Have no fear, tips are here! We’ve all been there. You have to go to the vet because your pup is sick, or needs to get his vaccinations, or is going in for surgery. There’s no way around it, if you own a dog, you WILL go to the vet. But...
How to stop dog diarrhea fast
Natural Remedy for Dog Diarrhea Is your dog suffering from an upset tummy? A number of factors, from a simple dietary change due to parasites to a whole range of diseases, viruses, and infections, can cause diarrhea. First step is to get your pet checked out by a...
How to avoid common raw feeding mistakes
5 Raw Food Mistakes to Avoid With Your Dog Much to my delight, I recently ran across a really great article on raw pet diets at a mainstream pet health site. The article's point is that raw food has big benefits for most dogs. But, it's not always easy to switch to...
Dogs and their senses
How to wake up your dog's senses in the garden! I'm sure my dogs have cow in their genetic makeup! Seriously, they spend as much time munching on the different grasses in my yard as they do running, playing and sniffing! When I first saw them doing it, I thought...
Warning signs that could mean your dog is in pain
Uncertain if your dog is suffering in silence? I want to tell you about my senior girl, Eve. She is the happiest, most joyful gal I've ever met. Her motto is "Puppy for life, never grow up!" She never complains, just enjoys life and doesn't make a fuss. But she's 13...
10 steps to choosing kibble for your dog
The 10 Best Steps to Choosing Quality Dog Food No doubt, a balanced, raw, or homemade diet with many ingredients is the best diet for your dog. But for many of us, this type of diet just isn't possible. You won't see any judgment here! You're one of the many who...
Are essential oils safe for dogs?
Everything you need to know about the safety of essential oils in dogs You may have heard many different stories about essential oils and dogs: that they can pose a great danger, that they can poison the dog, and so on. I'm not saying that's false. But, the usual...
How do dogs self-medicate?
Your Dog's Amazing Ability to Self-Medicate If your dogs are like mine, you've probably noticed times when they're munching on different grasses. This happens in your yard, on walks, and in new places. Like me, you may have wondered if someone crossed your dog with...
Pumpkin treats for dogs
Pumpkin and flaxseed biscuits Looking for an easy and fun recipe? Don't look any further ! This recipe makes a large batch, so you can halve the ingredients to make less. It's also totally customizable, so you can substitute coconut oil for flaxseed oil and potato...