Don't forget the carbohydrates when making homemade dog food. Most veterinarians agree that 40 to 50 percent of a dog's food intake should come from high quality carbohydrates. High quality carbohydrates are complex carbohydrates and of "people quality...
Ever noticed your dog chewing constantly on his paws? Or maybe he sheds - a lot! Has dry skin? A running nose or eyes? Bad breath? Believe it or not, these conditions can be a sign of allergies - and what's the main culprit of these allergies? Food...
Portosystemic shunts are a condition that can occur in cats and dogs, but tends to occur mostly in small dogs and toy breeds like Yorkshire Terriers, or Yorkies. When a dog suffers from this condition, their blood bypasses their liver, the organ...
Holistic treatments have become extremely popular in recent years. You can even find holistically trained veterinarians. Many people believe that traditional treatments for canines can be invasive and uncomfortable for pets. To avoid discomfort for your...
Nothing strikes terror in the hearts of horse owners quite like a laminitis diagnosis. It was, after all, what did in Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro; laminitis set in as a result of his having to favor a broken leg for so long. But his prognosis was not...
From advertising hype to scientific claims, there’s a lot of written information on pet food packaging. You’ll find nutritional charts and long lists of ingredients, but understanding what they tell you about your pet’s food can be...
If you think about dogs as animals that could live on their own without store-bought foods made of dozens of ingredients, then you would understand their preference for whole food. Be careful not to think emotionally or simply believe TV commercials that...
Many people think pigeons are a nuisance, calling them rats with wings, but pigeons can actually make very good pets. They are gentle birds and smart enough to have carried messages from place to place. Make sure your pigeons are well fed by buying the...
All cat owners know that choosing the right cat food can be like flipping a coin, you never know if your cat will eat it. There is much more to consider when choosing the right cat food. Although taste plays the major role in your choice, cats have...