I have written many articles on the raw diet for dogs, but it was not until I got a toy dog, that I realized some modifications might be necessary! My breed, a Brussels Griffon, is not only small, but also has an undershot bite. As a result, I had to…
This month’s newsletter is written by Cathy B. She put together a great article from information recently published in ‘Nature’ on dogs and starch. Headlines stated that these studies show dogs have a greater ability to digest starches than wolves, but Cathy takes a careful look at the data presented…
For several years, the January B-Naturals newsletter has been a reference newsletter that contains compiled qualified and resourceful canine nutrition information by category. We consider this a great 'one-stop' resource when you need or want to find specific information on a health issue. As Lew writes to you each month…
Last month we talked about allergies and food intolerances, their symptoms, tests that can be done by your veterinarian to determine the problem and the different ways your veterinarian might treat the symptoms. We also mentioned the importance of getting to the root cause of the problem or you could…
Itchy skin, redness, weepy eyes, head shaking, foot licking and gunky ears! Sound familiar? These issues seem to plague our dogs and despite the fact the issues are so common, the problems are both difficult to diagnose and cure. Dog owners frequently search for solutions to these problems, yet they…
Digestion issues are a common problem in dogs these days and a topic that arises when discussing dogs and diet. I often hear people tell me their dogs have a 'sensitive stomach' and react negatively to certain foods. This can mean a variety of things depending on the owner's perception…
Last month, in Part I of Carbohydrates and Low Glycemic Diets, we addressed many of the questions people ask about carbohydrates. We talked about the different types of carbohydrates, which ones are best to feed, which diets have and/or need carbohydrates and how the different carbohydrates can affect certain health…
Whether people feed a commercial dog food, a home cooked diet, a raw diet, or a special needs diet for a specific health condition, I am frequently asked questions regarding carbohydrates. The most common question asked is, ‘Which carbohydrates are the best to add into my dog’s diet?’ While the…
When it comes to your dogs, “fat is where it’s at!” Fat provides energy, warmth, calories and an abundance of other benefits. Fat is essential for good canine health. It is important to provide fat sources from animal-based foods in your dog’s diet. In a normal, healthy dog, fat is…
I often get requests from people wanting digestive aids for their dogs. By the questions I receive, it seems either folks do not understand the differences between enzymes and probiotics, or they get the two confused. This newsletter explains the differences and benefits of both so you can make the…
