Can You Add Unflavoured Gelatin to Homemade Cat Food for Joint Health?.Yes, plain gelatin can be given to cats as a joint supplement with their homemade diet but is very specific and must be given in certain amounts. Unflavored gelatin contains both the collagen and the essential amino acids that cats were adapted to eat…
Is Cooked Pumpkin or Sweet Potato Better for Dog Constipation?. It’s no fun seeing your dog constipated there can be a myriad of causes. And while many owners say a dollop of pumpkin or sweet potato helps, which is the best choice for a constipated pooch? I get this question a lot and as a…
Home Remedies for Dog Ear Infection. Being a veterinarian means coming into contact with dog ear infections nearly every single day. Between the head shaking, scratching and foul smell-they’re suffering and we just get an eye full. I get it. Going to your vet is the golden standard, I get it, but you just want…
What To Do If Your Dog Eats Chocolate? Perhaps the most urgent and unsettling calls I get are: “My dog ate chocolate!” You can hear the sheer panic in the owners voice and it is perfectly justified, chocolate IS poisonous for dogs and is by far the most common type of poisoning that we encounter…
Best Slow Feeder Bowls For Dogs. Does your dog treat mealtime like it’s in the next episode of Competitive Eating? If so, welcome to the club. A ton of dogs inhale their kibble so fast they barely need to chew, swallowing down air with their food. This not only causes tummy upset and choking issues,…
Foods For Dogs With Sensitive Stomachs. Watching your dog in digestive distress is enough to turn anyone’s stomach. The rumbling belly, the quick dash out to the potty pad, the obvious pain in your dog’s eye it can be heartbreaking. While “sensitive stomach” might be a thrown-around phrase, this often signals a real problem your…
Best Safe Human Shampoo Alternative for Dogs in an Emergency. You’ve gone to give Fido a bath, he’s just rolled in a patch of mud (or something worse) or trailed something unholy across your new rug and suddenly discover that you’re completely out of dog shampoo. Your eyes naturally dart to your own bottle of…
How to Treat a Minor Hot Spot on a Golden Retriever Without a Vet?. The cheerful attitude, luxurious golden hair, and adventurous attitude of our Goldens come at a price, unfortunately. The thick golden hair on these dogs can unfortunately be a source of the problem when it comes to hot spots. If you notice…
Is Freeze Dried Beef Liver Safe for Puppies. Sensitive Puppy Stomachs, a Closer Look at Freeze-Dried Beef Liver I’ve mentioned the best foods for puppies with sensitive stomachs on my blog, but what about sensitive stomach treats? Let’s take a look at freeze dried beef liver. Is Freeze Dried Beef Liver Safe for Puppies Understanding…
Senior Dog Care and Nutrition. When our pets age, it can bring out our inner “dog parent” to levels you never expected! Thankfully, many pets are living longer than they ever have due to advances in preventive care and nutrition. This is a wonderful development! It also means that it’s our job as responsible pet…