Our dogs may not like it when they have an inflammatory condition (e.g. pain, swelling), but inflammation actually is a positive bodily response. It means the white blood cells are working hard to fight against whatever foreign substances that...
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Dog food allergies seem to be getting more prevalent these days. But can old dogs develop food allergies? You bet! You may be feeding your old dog the same dog food for years, thinking that he has no problem with the food. Then out of the blue...
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Many dogs these days are unfortunately suffering from food allergies, and dog parents are desperately looking for hypoallergenic dog treats and dog food for their fur-kids. If your old dog is also unfortunately suffering from food allergies...
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Essential oils are powerful natural oils extracted from plants. They have different therapeutic properties. Some of them have strong antimicrobial properties, some of them can relieve pain, some can reduce inflammation… There are quite a...
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Nutritional Value of Pumpkin Pumpkin is a healthy food that is rich in the antioxidant vitamins A, C, and E. It also contains vitamin K as well as a host of minerals, such as potassium, phosphorus, calcium, and copper. In addition, pumpkin is...
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Fish, especially fatty fish such as sardines, tuna and salmon, are nutritious and contain essential fatty acids that we all (dogs included) need. More and more dog foods and treats use fish (meat and/or meal) as the main protein source. But at...
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Is your pawsome old dog coughing? Trying to find out what may be the cause? Understand that coughing is not a disease in itself. It is just a symptom caused by some other problems, most of which are health issues. This post is about some common...
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Canine Cushing’s disease is prevalent among older dogs. About 100,000 dogs every year in the USA are diagnosed with this disease. The average age of diagnosis is around 10 to 12 years old. In my previous post, I wrote about the two types of...
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Pop quiz time: What constitutes a good dog kidney diet? a. A low-protein diet b. A diet with moderate protein and is low in phosphorus c. A high-fat diet d. A raw diet with bones Is your answer “a”? If so, did you get that information...
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In this post, you will find a recipe that makes treats for dog prostate health. The ingredients used in these treats are healthy for all dogs, and in particular, they support prostate health in dogs. Older male dog who are not neutered (intact)...
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If your pawsome oldie is unfortunately suffering from kidney disease, read on to find out which food ingredients you can use to make safe and yummy treats for your dog. If you want to know what makes a good dog kidney diet, visit this page. Also...
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Physical therapy for dogs (rehabilitation) is an important part of treatment for dogs with arthritis. This is Part 4 of my “Ultimate Dog Parents’ Guide to Arthritis in Old Dogs”. In this post, I will give an overview of the following: What...
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