a holistic perspective with a science-based approach
I help people feed and take care of their dogs from a holistic perspective with a science-based approach. I specialize in diabetic dogs, senior dogs, and helping adult dogs live and feel their best so they can enter their senior years with grace and on a healthy path.
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Big Barker Orthopedic Dog Bed Review
With one senior dog, Izzy (13 years old), and two three-legged dogs, Jayne and Meatball, a flimsy dog bed just won't cut it for these three. Enter: the Big Barker dog bed. The dogs were gifted an orthopedic Big Barker dog bed to try out to see if it would help them...
How to Do an Elimination Food Trial for Allergy Dogs – Elimination Diet
The need for an elimination diet for dogs often comes when a dog who is experiencing red inflamed ears, itching, vomiting, IBD, rashes, loose stools, etc. It can be a very frustrating time for both dog and owner. So what do you do? How do you help your dog? Getting to...
Essential First Aid & Preparedness Kit for Dogs
With all the news surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, I felt it's a good idea to put together a list of ways to be prepared for an emergency with your dog. With businesses such as pet stores and potentially animal hospitals shutting down the safety of your pet may...
My Favorite Foods for Diabetic Dog Food Homemade Recipes
I’ve been cooking Mylah a homemade diet for about 7 years now and it’s the only way she’s been able to thrive for this long while keeping her diabetes under control. Cooking for her has literally saved her life. The focus of her diet is comprised of a few important...
Heart Healthy Foods for Dogs
There are many foods that are heart-healthy and can be used in your dog's complete and balanced homemade diet, or added to existing commercial food diets to give your dog a boost! Below are some of my favorite heart-healthy foods to incorporate into my dog's...
How to Calculate Your Dog’s Metabolic Weight + Calorie Intake
Calculating a dog’s Metabolic weight (MW) is the first step in determining how much to feed your dog. It also allows you to determine the amount of calories to feed your dog a day. MW is determined based on- Your dog’s weight / metabolism Your dog’s activity...
