Dec 30, 2015 | Pet Nutrition
Canine Nutritional Advisor Linda Arndt, Endorses Nzymes® I am a strong believer in the value of proper nutrition and enzymes. More importantly, the use of antioxidant enzymes in the diet for my animals. When animals are under stress (chemical, trauma, infectious,...
Dec 4, 2015 | Pet Nutrition
Enzymes and their Importance to Everyday Health NOTE: Nzymes – our Brand name – is pronounced ‘enzymes’; this is because our products are all about enzymes, what they do in the body, and their tremendous importance to the everyday health of...
May 11, 2015 | Papillomas/Warts
Via Saliva, ‘Oral Papilloma Warts’ Can be Very Contagious Most of us have a good idea what warts look like, at least on the skin, with those mostly flat, raised and somewhat hard bumps; many of us have experienced one or more of these small growths. But...
Apr 13, 2015 | Pet Nutrition
Are Foods with Glucosamine Additives up to the Hype? We’ve all seen the commercials: Happy dogs, eating fancy foods with fancy labels that promote how this particular kibble dog food helps to maintain healthy joint function and/or alleviate joint pain....
Apr 10, 2015 | Care & Upkeep
Pet Grooming Tips Picking a dog groomer is a lot like choosing your dog’s sitter – for most of us pet parents that means Operation Interrogation. We have lots of questions and just because a groomer has been recommended by your neighbors or friends doesn’t...
Apr 8, 2015 | Papillomas/Warts
Information on Oral Dog Warts. Here are 5 Facts: 1. What it is: A papilloma is a fancy term (or medical term) for a benign wart. While they are not pretty and can grow in very inconvenient places, these oral dog warts are not always something to worry about. It’s...
Apr 1, 2015 | Digestive Disorders
Some Healthy Habits to Keep Your Dog Free of Digestive Issues The 7 Ways to Prevent Digestive Disorders in Dogs can range from serious to just plain ‘stinky’. It is widely agreed that it’s best to avoid all of them. Whether its a large dog or small, all...
Mar 31, 2015 | Hip Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia and Herding-Breed Dogs Are you surprised to see your Aussie, Border Collie or similar breed starting to struggle with his hips? You’re not alone. While the Australian Shepherd is generally a very healthy breed of dog, hip dysplasia is, unfortunately, a...
Mar 25, 2015 | Care & Upkeep
A Few Doggy Park Rules… I am so excited to meet the new dog in my life… I don’t have him or her yet, but I’m already getting prepared: picking out doggy bowls, researching the best foods for my new friend and looking up nearby dog parks – and there are a bunch...
Mar 24, 2015 | Paralysis
Understanding the Types of Non-Injury Canine Paralysis If your child were to develop paralysis it would be heart breaking. So, as doggy parents, getting a diagnosis of Non Injury Canine Paralysis can be quite devastating. Partial or total paralysis is pretty easy to...
Mar 23, 2015 | Allergies
Not nuts about your dog smelling like Fritos? I love Fritos. You know – those salty, crunchy corn chips – perfect for every occasion. I believe Fritos are what God intended when he made corn (and I suspect the Mayans would have discovered the Frito long ago...
Mar 18, 2015 | Allergies
Hearing recommendations that your dog needs ‘yeast free’ dog food? You’ve recently figured out that your dog is battling a yeast infection. You’re learning that diet is a key factor in getting this problem under control. So, now the hunt...
Mar 17, 2015 | Arthritis/Joint-Pain
Healthy Eats that May Kill the Creaks Typical Shopper Question: “What can I get that is all-natural and that can help free my dog from the daily aches, pains, and stiff legs that limit mobility?” A Little Super-Nutrition Daily Can Help Win the Fight with...
Mar 10, 2015 | Arthritis/Joint-Pain, Back Problems, Disc Disease/IVDD, Growth Disorders, Hip Dysplasia, Neurological, Paralysis, Spinal Injury
Arthritis in Dogs: Other Considerations Arthritis in dogs is an all too common ailment. Many pet parents have resigned themselves to the fact that arthritis, and its debilitating impact, are just part of a dog’s life. Some forms of arthritis in dogs, like...
Mar 9, 2015 | Allergies
Has Your Dog Been “Diagnosed” with Allergies? Are you Feeling Hopelessness? Welcome to the club. According to many recent polls of dog owners, “dog allergies” is the most frequent ailment diagnosis heard from local veterinarians in our modern...
Mar 4, 2015 | Respiratory
Evaluation Discussion on the Bordetella Vaccine It seems like sharing an opinion about vaccines these days is like talking about politics or religion… with your in-laws… on the first day of a week-long visit. Bad idea. Yet here I am, starting a discussion. Only it’s...
Dec 24, 2014 | Skin & Coat
What to do about Dog Shedding & Scratching Concerns Your dog’s skin is an indication of her overall health. One of the first things to check on your dog when she is not feeling well is the condition of the skin. First, you need to get past the fur and take a close...
Dec 24, 2014 | Pet Nutrition
If Not, He or She Certainly Should Be! Enzymes are the ‘essence of life’, and serve to provide vast variety of functions inside living organisms. They are needed for signal transduction (this is when something outside the cell, in this case, the enzyme,...
Dec 19, 2014 | Metabolic Issues
Helpful Information on Cataracts in Dogs Genetic Factors to Cataracts in Dogs Cataracts in dogs, cats or other companion pets is a fairly common problem with the eyes. Cataracts can result from a variety of different causes and may affect all breeds and ages of...
Dec 3, 2014 | Care & Upkeep
Stray Pets vs. the Challenging Cold of Winter “I hate that there are so many cold, stray animals, but what can I do about it?” A little help can go a long way There are around 70 million stray dogs & cats in the U.S. at any given time. That is five...
Aug 6, 2014 | Pet Nutrition
How Important is My Pet’s Main-line Diet, Really? The importance of ‘quality’ pet nutrition is often overlooked, or not really understood by pet owners. The myth is that our pets’ bodies sustain themselves on whatever we feed them regardless of the...
Jul 7, 2014 | Pet Nutrition
How Important is My Dog’s Diet in the Grand Scheme of Things? About a year ago I posted a blog – The Importance Of Pet Nutrition and addressed some of the common misconceptions that pet owners have when it comes to feeding their dog or cat. Today I am...
Jun 2, 2014 | Care & Upkeep
An Important Q & A: Should I Vaccinate My Pet? “Vaccines protect against contagious, potentially fatal diseases,” says Margaret Casal, DMV, Ph.D. (in an article posted by WebMD HERE). I think we all get that. But that is often times where the...
May 23, 2014 | Pet Nutrition
Natural Balance sues supplier, H.J. Heinz, for selling them rubber-infested sheep lungs According to the research, I have found, this lawsuit claims “Heinz knew that processed sheep lungs it sold to a pet food company were adulterated with rubber that could choke...
Apr 2, 2014 | Care & Upkeep
Dogs and Anal Gland Concerns Anal sacs are scent glands of the dog located just below, to the left and right of the rectum. As a large stool is passed through the rectum, pressure is applied to the sacs forcing a small amount of anal gland secretion to the stool. This...
Feb 11, 2014 | Allergies
The Dog Allergies Diagnosis vs. the ‘Allergy Symptoms’ How often do you stress over the pain and expense of your dog’s “allergies”? How much time do you spend getting more medications and allergy shots from the vet for your fur-baby? And how often do you...
