Power of pumpkin
Share the health benefits of pumpkin with your four-legged friend.
Spicy pumpkin pies and jack o’lanterns…this time of year, these are the images pumpkins conjure up....
Soothe your dog’s stomach
Most dogs surrendered to shelters or taken in by rescues have some physical and emotional baggage. Stomach issues are often part of this baggage...
15 cancer-fighting foods for you and your dog
It’s generally accepted that diet and lifestyle can help prevent cancer – and that is true of our canine companions too. So along with...
Plants that heal
There’s an old adage: “you are what you eat”. It applies to all of us, including our dogs. While dogs are opportunistic omnivores who...
Understanding pet food recalls
It’s been ten years since the huge pet food recall that sickened thousands of dogs and cats. How has pet food safety improved –...
Top 10 fruits and veggies for your dog
A variety of nutrient-dense fruits and vegetables can help your dog live a healthier, longer life.
Feed as snacks or add a tablespoon or...
Foods for your dog’s dental health
Maggie was just shy of her 13th birthday when she walked into our home and straight into our hearts. She was a much loved...
Supporting senior dogs
Fortunately for us, many dogs now live well into their teens. So what can you do to make his senior years his best years...
Recipes for your active dog
Does your active dog need a little boost? Make these quick and easy canine treats for your pooch after a long walk, or offer...
Medicinal mushrooms for dogs
Mielle was diagnosed with a bleeding hemiangiosarcoma of the spleen. The 14-year-old standard poodle was weak from blood loss and had not eaten in...
Boost her diet with these supplements!
Just like us, dogs benefit from additional supplements in their diet to ensure optimal health.
Thankfully, you can now find pet-formulated supplements at many pet...
Home cooking for your dog’s health
Variety is crucial to a healthy diet. A selection of foods and ingredients means your companion is getting the full range of vitamins, minerals...
How to turn around a fussy eater
Fussy dogs can drive us crazy. We might try 20 different foods, we beg and cajole…but sometimes nothing seems to work.
While most dogs eat...
Glutathione for your dog’s health
Mention antioxidants, and most people think of vitamin C or beta carotene. But there are other, less commonly known antioxidants that are even more...
10 homeopathic remedies for dogs
Based on the principle that “like cures like”, homeopathic remedies are effective healing methods that go deep to the root of a problem.
Here are...
Adding spices to your dog’s diet
Cinnamon, ginger, cloves…aside from adding flavor to food, many spices also offer a lot of nutritional value. And you can share those benefits with...
What you need to know about puppy food
Adopting a puppy is exciting. You want to do the best for your new friend, and that includes feeding him properly. This is important...
Choosing the perfect dog treats
Anyone shopping for dog treats at their neighbourhood pet store or online could easily come away with five or ten completely different products. But...
Top 10 foods for skin & coat
Keep your dog's skin and coat looking and feeling good with these power-packed whole foods.
It’s okay to add a little variety to your dog’s...
The importance of reading dog food labels
If you want to offer your dog good nutrition, how do you know you’re giving him a good quality product? The best way is...
Ways to improve your dog’s health and wellbeing
Give her health, happiness and longevity a boost!
Your dog enriches your quality of life every single day – but are you doing the same...
11 foods to beat stress in dogs
Many years ago, I dealt with a dog in a rescue situation. His stress levels were so high that he started pulling his hair...
10 best foods for your dog’s vision
Vision and eye health in dogs has become the talk of the town. There’s more and more discussion about eye disease in canines, including...
The benefits of cranberries for dogs
Cranberries are full of flavor – and they’re great for you and your animal companion.
Cranberries have a long history, going all the way back...
Food allergy or sensitivity?
Does your dog have a “sensitive” stomach? Does she react badly to certain foods? Is she itchy year round? Do you think she might...
Health benefits of mushrooms for dogs
Are mushrooms good for dogs? Absolutely! Take a look at a few of their health benefits.
Our kitchen cupboard at home always contained at least...
Raw diets made easy for your dog
Cutting up raw meat is no one’s idea of a good time. Yet there’s no denying that raw diets offer excellent nutrition to dogs...
L-Carnitine for your animal
You might be familiar with L-carnitine as a supplement popular among bodybuilders. But did you know it can also be useful for your animal’s...
Tri-Light Bliss Biscuits for dogs
These pumpkin biscuits are perfect for the entire family — four-legged members included! They're healthy, easy-to-prepare, and blissfully delicious!
Ingredients
1 can (15 ounces) pure pumpkin...
Homemade dog training treats
Using treats to reward your dog during training sessions is a great way to positively reinforce good behaviour – and make sessions more enjoyable!
We...
