As children, my brother and I were constantly subjected to my mother’s host of home remedies from dandelion root tea to fat back poultices. The granddaddy cure of them all, however, was cod liver oil. Even the family dog wasn’t safe from its fishy grasp. My mother regularly mixed a little cod liver oil in ...
Dogs have become a much loved part of the family, but, unfortunately, a dog’s life span is considerably shorter than that of a human. There’s also quite a bit of variability in life span between dog breeds with some larger breed dogs such as the Great Dane having an average life span of around eight ...
Does your dog suffer from dry, itchy skin? This is a common problem in dogs as they spend more time outdoors where they potentially expose themselves to environmental factors that can cause skin dryness, itching, and flaking. In addition, dogs tend to have more sensitive skin than their human companions. Before attempting to home treat ...
No one is a fan of a dog with a dry, brittle coat. The dog is less pleasant to pet, and doesn’t look his best. Diet plays a huge role in coat health; what you feed your dog can directly contribute to that shiny, healthy coat your dog deserves. But with so many dog food ...
If man’s best friend is your best friend, you’ll want to keep him healthy to ensure his life is as long as possible. By making his dog food at home, you’ll know he’s getting the best nutrition possible. Like packaged people food, packaged dog food isn’t really the best option for your dog’s health. While ...
Ol’ Roy dog food is the brand sold at Wal-Mart but sometimes shows up in dollar stores, grocery stores close to Wal-Marts and thrift shops. The brand was named after the dog of Wal-Mart founder Sam Walton. It’s highly unlikely that the original Ol’ Roy ever ate this food, which is a good thing, because ...
Choosing a dog food is serious business! A proper doggie diet helps maintain a healthy coat, supports digestion, and increases immunity in your dog. Many dog owners want to buy the best quality dog food, but they know better than to rely on marketing alone. With all the choices out there, it’s best to focus ...
“Carrots are good for your eyes.” This is one of those old-fashioned health tips that can actually be backed up by modern science. Carrots do have high concentrations of vitamins that help maintain good eye health and vision. And increasingly, pet owners are starting to wonder if what’s good for people is also good for ...
Anyone who owns a dog that sheds knows that it can be a never-ending annoyance. Dog hair on the furniture. Dog hair on your clothes. Dog hair in your food? Sure! Of course a lot depends on the breed of dog, nutrition level of diet, and climate. But if despite excellent nutrition, you just happen ...