As responsible pet owners, we strive to provide our furry companions with a balanced and nutritious diet to ensure their overall health and well-being. One essential trace mineral that is often overlooked is manganese, which plays a vital role in numerous biological processes in dogs. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the importance ofContinue reading “Understanding the Importance of Manganese for Dogs”
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Can Dogs Eat Chickpeas?
Can dogs eat chickpeas? The surprising answer is that they can! Not only can the can be safely consumed by canines, but can also provide them with plenty of health benefits. Chickpeas Contain Vitamins and Minerals Chick peas- a.k.a. garbanzo beans – are delicious and crunchy snacks ideal for canines. Rich in protein and fiber,Continue reading “Can Dogs Eat Chickpeas?”
Supplements for Aging Dogs
It’s difficult to admit that our pets are becoming older, whether in canine years or human years. Certain concerns, such as cognitive failure, hearing and visual issues, joint pain, allergies, and overall inflammation, may become more prevalent as your dog ages. Preventative measures can be taken to prevent these issues, regardless of how old yourContinue reading “Supplements for Aging Dogs”
Dog Cancer Diet: Is Kibble Acceptable?
When cancer hits, it’s often accompanied by weight loss, loss of muscle, and depression. All of these can significantly impact your dog’s quality of life. Consuming a good diet can improve your dog’s life tremendously. Food can actually prove to be ‘good medicine,’ in a sense… hence why dogs with cancer are often fed aContinue reading “Dog Cancer Diet: Is Kibble Acceptable?”
7 Foods Dogs Should Avoid
It’s important to feed your dog well-balanced meals to ensure he or she is getting all the nutrients they need. But, there are some foods dogs should avoid altogether. We’ve compiled a list of different foods you should never try to sneak past your dog. From avocado pits and chocolate, to onions and grapes, learnContinue reading “7 Foods Dogs Should Avoid”
Why Grass-Fed Beef is Better
The nutrient levels of foods from enormous factory farming operations and pastured, grass-fed animals are vastly different. Let’s start with a few things to keep in mind when shopping for raw meat for your dog. Here’s everything you need to know about industrial farming to get started. Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations Beef is mostly producedContinue reading “Why Grass-Fed Beef is Better”
How Cell Suicide Affects Dog Cancer
How are cancer cells different from normal cells? That’s a simple, yet complicated, question to ask. One of the words you will hear pop up often though is apoptosis. If you’re learning about the science of cancer, you’ll learn that apoptosis plays a major role in all cancer types regardless of species. Apoptosis, commonly referredContinue reading “How Cell Suicide Affects Dog Cancer”