8 Ways to Prepare to Travel with Your Dog Long-Term
If you want to travel with your dog long-term, preparing them for the trip can help reduce stress and anxiety. Preparation can nip potential problems in the bud, ensuring a hiccup-free journey for both you and your furry friend. Have you ever dreamt of hitting the open road or flying to exotic destinations with your loyal canine companion? Imagine the two of you enjoying stress-free adventures without car sickness, plane anxiety, or behavioral problems. The secret? Adequate planning and preparing to travel with your dog. Let’s explore...
The Basics of a Balanced Dog Diet
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Benefits of the Human-Animal Bond
There is a lot of talk about how pet guardianship can benefit humans. But did you know this important symbiotic relationship can also benefit our furry friends? In honor of International Human-Animal Bond Day, let’s explore how having a family is good for dogs and cats and vice versa! Dogs and Cats Get Loving Homes A strong human-animal bond means that dogs and cats are well cared for. In fact, up to 85% of pet guardians consider their animal companions to be a member of the family. That translates to better care and increased spending...
Novel Pet Food Ingredients You Need to Know About!
Once upon a time, people fed their dogs dry, dusty kibble, and the dogs lived unhappily ever after. The end… Not so fast! The story is not over yet. Thanks to better quality food from companies like ZIWI®, who are 100% committed to peak nutrition for pets. Peak nutrition which includes finding the very best ingredients for your pet’s health and wellness. Read on to discover their use of novel pet food ingredients – along with all the benefits provided by these lesser-known nutritional powerhouses. Chicken, beef, salmon,...
Supplements to Support Your Dog or Cat’s Heart
Heart disease in dogs and cats has a variety of causes, from dietary deficiencies to genetic predisposition. Read up on the natural supplements that can help support your best friend’s heart. While it’s true that dogs and cats don’t have heart attacks, they definitely do get heart disease. Common causes of heart problems in our canine and feline companions include dietary deficiencies, parasites (especially heartworm), aging (especially aging heart valves), and inherited breed-related problems. A number of natural...
Limited-Ingredient Dog Treats Reign Supreme!
A delicious, nutritious alternative to commercial dog treats that promote whole-body health and happiness! Now that’s a high-value reward! Diet is one of the best ways to ensure your fur baby leads a healthy, happy life. That makes it essential to pay attention to what you feed them. This includes their treats, which can often be overlooked. Let’s delve deep into the world of dog treats, including why it’s critical to know what’s in them and the benefits of opting for natural, limited-ingredient snacks for your pup....
5 Simple Steps to Optimal Health With Full Circle Feeding
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The Gentle Touch: Teaching Kids How to Pet a Dog
Children and dogs can be playmates, partners in crime, and best friends, but children must learn appropriate, gentle, and safe behavior with dogs. Even the gentlest dog may lash out if a child causes the dog pain, fear, or anxiety. Behavioral issues are one of the main reasons dogs end up in shelters. That can include biting or growling because a child wasn’t taught about animal consent. To ensure a safe relationship between the two, here are some tips on teaching kids how to pet a dog gently and safely. Benefits of Growing up with a...
Adopting the Right Dog or Cat for You
Falling in love with a certain shelter dog or cat, and want to adopt him? That’s great — but first of all, find out if he’s the right fit for you and your lifestyle. When visiting an animal shelter or rescue facility, it can be very easy to fall in love with a particular dog or cat. Before filling out the adoption form, though, it’s important to determine if the animal you have your eye on is right for you. Adopting a dog or cat that isn’t a good match for your household, budget, or lifestyle can lead to problems...
Gut Health for Dogs: Support the Whole Body from the Belly!
The gut plays a vital role in immunity and overall health and well-being, and high-quality probiotics can help support gut health for dogs! All dog parents want their pups to live as long as possible, and it may surprise you to find out that by supporting gut health for dogs, you can also help promote longevity and health. Gut health plays a role in digestion and nutrient absorption, but it’s crucial for many other things as well. Immune health, allergies, emotional well-being, and physical health all start with the gut, so let’s...