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Happy New Year! We all make some resolutions, lots of them having to do with improving our own health and wellness. Why not make a few for your pet as well? What are some simple yet effective changes we can make to their diet that are going to greatly improve their quality of life? I'll give you some starters: Coconut water is a fantastic toxin flush and hydration. Phoenix absolutely loves it! Is your fish oil in a plastic pump or a glass one? Glass is preferred as there's a

One of my favorite holiday pies is pumpkin pie, a staple at most Christmas tables. Coincidentally, pumpkin is also a staple in my dog's medical cabinet. Why is a can of plain pumpkin puree a good idea to keep in your stash? Pumpkin is a fantastic source of fiber and can be a quick, effective remedy when your dog has an upset stomach. It can also help prevent anal gland problems, and pumpkin seeds are a natural anti-parasitic. Cucurbitin, an amino acid, has been shown to paral

It's turkey month, for all of us Americans! While turkey is a great poultry to keep in your dog's rotational diet, this month I want to shed light on something different with a similar name - turkey tail mushrooms! There's a good chance that if you see a mushroom with colored rings that look like a turkey tail, and it's also growing on a dead log, you've hit the jackpot! Of course, I never recommend eating anything from the forest unless you are 100% sure of what it is - and

I'm pet sitting for a family who has encountered a common issue in every multi-cat household: cats going outside the litter box. There...

Peanut butter. You can't throw a rock 5 feet without hitting a dog treat that has peanut butter in it. Even if we remove the sugars, the...

The key to solving any mystery is to gather clues. Scooby Doo shows us that the culprit was someone we knew all along. In many scenarios...

As a pet owner, you want the best for your furry friend, and that includes their nutrition. Just like us, what our pets eat affects their...

Training your dog is one of the most important things you can do to ensure a happy and healthy relationship between you and your furry...

How many times have you thought about first aid for your pet? Do they have anything in the medical cabinet for their needs? If not, here...

Did you know over 50% of dog breeds need professional grooming or haircut maintenance regularly? Even if your dog doesn't need haircuts,...

Our dogs look to us for guidance. It is up to us to speak for them, advocate for their needs, and set them up for success. Often we think...

I always say that prevention is the best medicine, which is why my 5 year old dog is already on joint support. However if you have a...

Simple parts of your day are much more complex when you have a pet. This especially rings true when you have a horse, one of the most...

If you came to me and said Allegra, my dog is driving me bonkers. I can’t get any work done, I’m always being pestered or they’re getting...

Most of us know, even those of us who have never kept a reptile as a pet and never plan to, that reptiles eat bugs. Those of us who do...

This is for the person who is ashamed of their dog. The dog they can’t take out in public because it will bark, lunge, snap, and cause a...

Every so often (probably more than I should be, because I’m trying to defend my honor) I engage in heated conversation with someone who...

Even those of us who have dogs that don't require brushing and trimming have work to do - nail trimming isn't just cosmetic. Did you know...

The law in America states that pets are not allowed in stores unless deemed pet friendly, with the exception of service animals. Grocery...

About a year ago, I watched a movie called The Biggest Little Farm . It was an endearing flick about a small family who decided to start...