Benefits of the Raw Diet for Cats and Dogs

October 22, 2011 - 12:00 am Comments Off

Pet food doesn’t have to be store bought. In fact, a raw food diet for cats and dogs can be beneficial to such pets, just as a raw food diet is beneficial to people. For dogs and cats, a raw food diet will mostly contain meats and vegetables. Because dogs and cats are omnivores, they need both meat and plants in order to get all of the vitamins and nutrients that they need.

Benefits of the raw diet for cats and dogs can include healthier coat, healthier teeth Read the rest of this entry »

Fat Cats: How to Get Them in to Shape

October 19, 2011 - 12:00 am Comments Off

Obesity is a very common health issue for house cats. If left untreated obesity can cause health problems such as arthritis, liver disease, thyroid dysfunction and diabetes. It is up to you as an owner to help your cat maintain a healthy weight.

The easiest way to help a cat lose weight is to adjust its diet. Your cat should be eating a premium pet food that is low in carbohydrates and high in protein. An overweight cat also needs controlled portions during meals. Read the rest of this entry »

Five Ways to Fight Obesity in Dogs

October 17, 2011 - 12:00 am Comments Off

When you own a dog, keeping them healthy is extremely important to their overall quality of life. A large part of their health is related to their weight. Here are some great ways to keep your dog from becoming overweight or obese.

The best way to ensure a healthy companions is to start them on the right path at an early age. Encouraging a healthy lifestyle from birth greatly deters health problems later down the road. You can easily do this on your own by taking your pet for walks, playing with your Read the rest of this entry »

The Nutrition Needs of Large Breed Dogs

October 15, 2011 - 12:00 am Comments Off

A large breed of dog requires lots of love, activity, and good nutrition in order to thrive and stay healthy. Whether your dog is a puppy or is more mature, it is very important for your dog to eat the right type of dog food for his age since each different type of dog food is specifically formulated to meet the nutritional needs of your dog during different stages. When deciding upon the best way to meet a large breed of dog’s nutritional needs, it is important to consider whether your dog Read the rest of this entry »