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Adding Required Fatty Acids To Your Pets Diet

Requisite Fatty Acids (EFAs) are a requirement inside everyone’s diet, both human and animal. However, the body cannot produce EFAs on its own, so it has to be added to the diet every day. The two most generally known fatty acids are omega 3 (linoleic acid) and omega 6 (alpha-linoleic acid). The diets of our [...]

Managing Your Dog’s Weight

Does Spot seem to be sporting quite a belly these days? As a dog owner, it can be very easy not to realize a decline in your dog’s health until the damage is already done. Obesity is a very becoming a very real concern for them and it’s up to us animal owners to do [...]

What To Expect When Raising A Ferret

If you are unaccustomed to the lifestyle of a ferret, it is a good idea that you do a bit of research or ask your local pet store about ferret information. Ferret care is very different from caring for a typical dog, cat, or hamster. For instance, it might be a real shock to you [...]

Managing Diabetes In Cats!

Cats are similar to humans and dogs for being susceptible to type 1 and type 2 diabetes. The treatment is quite different due to the difference in internal structures and reactions to different medications while the causes and symptoms are quite similar. Diabetic neuropathy too can affect cats but the right treatment at the right [...]

Dog Feeding Guidelines

What you feed your dog is really SO important for your dog’s ultimate health, susceptibility to illness, and longevity. You know, if you really want your dog to be as healthy as s/he can be, you should stop feeding ANY of the widely available commercial dog foods. I’m talking here about the types of dog [...]

Vitamin C For Dogs

Natural vitamin and mineral supplements for dogs may be an important addition to  your pet dog’s diet and these can be purchased over the counter or prepared yourself from natural home ingredients. Vitamin C is needed for healthy teeth and gums as well as for a strong immune system to fight diseases. While dogs can [...]