January 2023 - Pet Health & Nutrition Information - Make a Happy Home for Your Pets

How Much Should My Dog Weigh | Healthy Vs Heavy Weight Dogs

22 January 202322 January 2023 joshcobbe

Showering love on our pets by overfeeding them may create a very unhealthy situation for them. Obese dogs can have a number of weight-related problems. Obesity is one of the greatest health concerns facing the canine population! A heavy-weight dog is not necessarily a healthy dog. Extra weight can cause unnecessary suffering and a shortened lifespan! All dogs need to be slim, not fat, to be healthy. A dog is at the right weight if you can feel the ribs without excess fat covering them. From the side, the dog’s…

Important Dog Supplements for the Diet

22 January 202322 January 2023 joshcobbe

Many vitamins and minerals are lost during processing when we give dry, processed food to our dogs! Health supplements that are added to the diet of dogs of all ages, especially those that work hard, can be beneficial. They help a dog perform at its peak level in terms of fitness and health. They serve as additions to enhance the nutritional value of the food. The first step you need to take prior to starting the nutritional supplement program is to evaluate your dog with the help of a professional….

Potty Training a Puppy: How to House Train Puppies

21 January 202327 February 2024 joshcobbe

Potty training a puppy is a vital part of dog ownership, but it can be a challenging and sometimes frustrating process. The key to successful house training is consistency, patience, and positive reinforcement. In this article, we’ll explore effective strategies to potty train your puppy, making this essential task as smooth and stress-free as possible for both you and your furry friend. Understand Your Puppy’s Needs Puppies, like human infants, have limited bladder control and will need to go to the bathroom frequently. Generally, a puppy can control their bladder…

Tips To Keeping Your Yorkie Happy And Healthy

21 January 202321 January 2023 joshcobbe

The Yorkshire Terrier is one of the most popular breeds of dog in the United States today. These feisty, charming little dogs are one of the smallest breeds, but they have a big personality. If you’re lucky enough to have a Yorkie in your life, then there is some special Yorkshire Terrier information you need to know to help you keep your Yorkie happy and healthy. 1. Yorkshire Terriers are not just lapdogs Although your Yorkie may be small, usually weighing less than seven pounds, these dogs started out as…

Antioxidants and their Use in Dog Food

21 January 2023 joshcobbe

It’s because your dog’s food is preserved with antioxidants and other essential ingredients, called preservatives, that it can stay on the shelves for so long. Foods with antioxidants prevent ingredients from spoiling (oxidation) and provide health benefits. It’s important for your dog’s food to taste good and to be nutrient-dense. The process of oxidation happens when oxygen gets in contact with food. Eventually, oxygen will break down the nutrients and fats in food, causing everything from discoloration to rancidity. An antioxidant blocks or slows down oxygen’s damage. In order to…