Salmon poisoning: Signs, causes, and prevention
Wednesday, January 25, 2017 2:05:23 PM EST5EDT
Salmon poisoning disease (SPD) is a very serious and sometimes fatal condition, occurring when a dog eats raw salmon that is infected with the Neorickettsia helminthoeca parasite. This disease typically begins in the tissues of the small intestine, where it causes hemorrhaging. Soon after, it spreads throughout the body.
Here we discuss the most common presentation and what can someone who feeds raw do about it.
FEEDING CANNED DOG FOOD CAN TRIPLE PBA LEVELS IN THE BODY
Wednesday, December 21, 2016 11:27:41 AM EST5EDT
Canned food is a very convenient way for feeding pets. It is easy to ship, store, and feed. Many people argue it is superior. A research team from the University of Missouri Led by Dr. Cheryl Rosenfeld has uncovered that Bisphenol A (BPA) present in canned dog food has tripled the levels of BPA in the blood of dogs consuming the canned food within just two weeks. The switch to canned food has also has also affected the gut’s microbiome (the bacteria inside the dog’s gut) in a negative way (dysbiosis). The impact of BPA cannot be overestimated.
With Brian Dopson On How to Feed Champions and Grand Champions Dogs
Sunday, October 16, 2016 3:49:46 PM EST5EDT
Brian is one of a kind breeder. His unique approach in selection, breeding, and nutrition has produced several Champions and Grand Champions. Brian has successfully applied his scientific background to optimize the nutrition of his dogs over the years. In this interview we discuss how did he start feeding raw, his current standards, and the tips and tricks that will help anyone starting feeding raw an expert!
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The improtance of socialization in new puppies
Monday, September 5, 2016 4:13:59 PM EST5EDT
Socialization is an often overlooked aspects of a new puppy training. In this video made by The Dog Geek, an in-depth explaination of how socialization affects the development of your dog is provided.
Superglue
Wednesday, June 29, 2016 12:51:49 PM EST5EDT
How much does the actual content of canned pet food differ from the label claim?
Friday, March 11, 2016 3:18:53 PM EST5EDT
Remember the horse meat scandal in Europe in 2013? When authorities found that meat packers mixed horse meat with beef to make that special burger? Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) found that many burgers sold in the UK supermarket had horse muscle DNA. The molecular test used is one of the most sensitive and specific tests available to investigators today and therefore proved beyond any doubt that horse meat was mixed with other meat. I don’t know about you, but I have strong feelings about eating someone’s pet. The scandal proved to be much wider than what initially thought and the same practice was discovered across Europe.
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How to reduce tartar buildup on your dog’s teeth by 80%?
Saturday, March 5, 2016 4:30:18 PM EST5EDT
But - Raw Food Will Make My Dog Sick!
Sunday, February 14, 2016 4:42:24 PM EST5EDT
10 Common Foods Your Dog Should Never Eat
Tuesday, January 12, 2016 10:06:38 AM EST5EDT
We find it easy to toss food into the mouth of our pet dog especially when she looks at you with those puppy eyes and wagging tail. What harm can it do, right? It’s not like we’re giving them poison.
However, the way dogs metabolize food is far different from ours. What could be safe for humans may not necessarily apply to man’s best friend. So before you toss a treat into your mutt’s eager mouth, you should ask yourself – ‘is this safe for my doggy?’
Read MoreWays of Dealing With A High Energy Dog
Sunday, January 10, 2016 9:42:00 AM EST5EDT
When it comes to pets, we all have our preferences. Some like their pet companions docile and low maintenance (this is why there are cat lovers!), while, some, prefer a more active pet buddy. Enter dog lovers.
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