I've shared my best tips for getting free stuff before. One of my most popular is How To Get Free Pregnancy & Baby Stuff For New Parents. Now it's time to share my best freebies for dogs! What follows are all of the free dog samples that I know about at this time. I will continue to update this post as the offers expire. … [Read more...]
I'm of the opinion that we all come to decide on the best dog food for us (and our dog) in our own way... over time. There is no ONE single best way, just like there is no ONE single best dog food brand. For example: When you get your very first dog, you may start out choosing the cheapest and/or the most convenient dog food at that time. (I know I did.) Later, you might upgrade to one that seems better and/or healthier on first glance -- even though you're not exactly sure, because … [Read more...]
If your dog has dry skin, he's not alone. This is a very common issue with dogs. Earlier I shared my all-time favorite home remedy for dog dry skin that our veterinarian recommended. It worked for us almost immediately, and as you can see from the comments, it has worked for a number of other dog owners as well. These days, to prevent the dry skin from returning, I continue to sprinkle olive oil on my dog's food once a month or so. He thinks it's a treat to have something moist … [Read more...]
As dogs age, their nutritional needs change. To keep your dog healthy through old age, you'll need to make some adjustments to your dog's diet. Those adjustments should take place early in your dog's aging process. Did You Know?... Dogs are considered to be in their senior years about two thirds into their expected lifespan. This varies by breed and size of the dog. Generally, larger dogs have a shorter lifespan than smaller ones. For example, a Great Dane is expected to … [Read more...]
As long as I can remember, there's always been controversy surrounding the safety of tap water for human consumption vs bottled water. Now, some dog owners are wondering whether tap water is safe enough for their pets as well. Tap water is marginally accepted as a source of water for dogs but is generally not recommended. If you know the exact number of total dissolved solids in your tap water, you may choose to use it. Water containing less than 5000 parts per million of total … [Read more...]
Have you ever taken a look at the ingredients in your dog's treats? Usually, there are several that are hard to pronounce. Maybe what's in the dog treats doesn't concern you as much as the price does.There is an alternative to high-priced dog treats that have a lot of questionable ingredients in them.Make dog treats yourself. It's simple! … [Read more...]
If you are someone who feeds your dog human foods, just be careful what you give him. There is food bad for dogs that you may eat every day. I, like so many others, used to give my dog grapes as a treat. I did not realize that grapes can cause kidney failure in dogs. Once I found this out, my dog has never been given another grape. Now if I want to give my dog a human treat, I give her a piece of carrot. I'm sure you have heard that you should never give your dog … [Read more...]
Making sure that your beloved pet eats healthy dog foods is not as easy as it sounds. For example, dogs in the wild consume plants and animals as part of their diets. Therefore, your dog's digestive system is certainly designed to handle raw meats. However, most commercial dog foods and dog treats are made primarily of grains and refined protein sources. Since the meat source is removed from commercial dog foods, that means your dog is eating mainly wheat, barley, rice, corn, and … [Read more...]
Do you feed your dog human food? If you do, just know that there are several foods that are dangerous for dogs. Even if you don't feed your dog human food, you still need to be aware of which foods are dangerous -- just in case your dog gets ahold of some human foods when you're not looking. Besides, you never know when your dog might find some food scraps on the sidewalk while out on a walk or somewhere else when you're out in public together.Here are 2 lists that every dog owner … [Read more...]
To have an enjoyable holiday season with your dog and your family and your guests, you will want to do a few extra things to make sure that your dog and your guests stay safe. Here are 3 things you can do to keep everyone safe and happy over the holidays: Have rules. Be clear -- with your dog and your guests -- what the rules are in your home regarding the dog. For example, don't let your dog jump up on people. Do let guests know when it's okay to give your dog … [Read more...]
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