Category: Nutrition
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Can dogs eat salmon?
A frequently asked question is can dogs eat salmon? Yes, dogs can eat salmon, but you need to know a few things first before feeding your dog. Salmon is a great meal for dogs as most dogs love fish. It’s a welcomed staple in a dogs diet. When dogs eat salmon as part of a…
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Coconut oil for dogs
Have you have noticed the new trend of coconut oil, stating the amazing benefits for humans? From hair to skin, but what about coconut oil for dogs? Dr Colleen Smith from the Holistic Animal Institute says “there are many benefits of coconut oil for dogs.” Coconut oil for dogs can help heal itchy skin in…
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6 Benefits of Kelp for Dogs – A Sea Superpower!
This superfood from the sea has a range of health benefits. But what are the benefits of kelp for dogs, how much should we give them, and how?
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Anxiety treats for dogs: The importance of Niacin
If your dog is nervous there may be an imbalance of niacin in his diet, and your dog food may not adequately support it. Anxiety treats for dogs can be a great option, as can fresh organ meats or other niacin-rich foods.
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Why is Turmeric Good for Dogs?
Everyone is talking about turmeric, the spice which comes from the turmeric root. But what is it about this ancient medicine, and why is the Western world finally catching up to what Eastern and Ayurvedic medicine has known for centuries? Most importantly, how can turmeric help our dogs? All about Turmeric – from an Australian…
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What is Kefir, and why is Kefir good for Dogs?
Kefir / PROBIOTICS Kefir is a creamy, dairy based food made from the milk of cows or goats and is one of the oldest forms of cultured milk. Often labelled a “Probiotic Drink”, it is similar in taste and consistency to yoghurt, but kefir provides even more health benefits to your dog (and to you).…
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Bone Broth for Dogs – Fad or Feast?
When winter is just around the corner, everyone in Real Food circles is talking about Bone Broth. But is it a fad, and is it really good for our dogs? All about bone broth Sometimes bone broth is referred to as “stock”, and it’s far from being a fad. Bone Broth has been used in…
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What is the healthiest food for your dog?
How can you decide what is the healthiest food for your dog or cat? It’s a minefield, but these are some quick tips on choosing the right diet for your pet.
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Fussy Friend? How to entice your dog or to eat a new food
Lot’s of dogs and cats are fussy eaters. Especially cats (who believe it or not are slightly autistic and get confused by a new food). If you know you’re feeding something good and healthy, like a meaty bone, then here’s some methods to stimulate the appetite and encourage eating in finicky or sick pets: Yummy Thing…
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The problem with dry dog food
It is currently estimated as many as 95% of Australian pet owners feed their dogs and cats some form of commercial canned or dry foods. In a highly competitive market, clever marketing will sell any pet food, no matter what its nutritional value. Many petfoods are labelled as ‘premium’, ‘super-premium’, even ‘ultra-premium’. Products labelled as such…