Enzymes can be used for healing body tissues, not just for digestion. Enzymes given with food are used for digestion, but certain enzymes (proteases, which break down proteins) can also help with inflammation, pain, recovery from injury and more when given apart from food. Systemic enzyme therapy, also called metabolic or proteolytic enzyme therapy, allows enzymes to enter the body [...]
February is canine oral health month and the perfect time to discuss that good oral health is important to a pet’s overall wellness. Unfortunately, for many consumers, it often falls well below bone, joint and skin care on their priority list. However, studies have shown that between 75 and 80 percent of dogs have some periodontal diseases by the time [...]
There are a number of advantages to sharing your life with a little dog: They take up less room! You can have several in the same amount of space as one Great Dane. They share your bed without hogging it. They don’t eat as much, so they are less expensive to feed. You can get by with smaller backyards, and [...]
The cold weather is here, at least for this week, as I am reminded every morning when I get out of bed. Wait, maybe that’s just old age. Anyway, I noticed that Karma seems to be stretching more lately. I think maybe I should do the same. Karma is better than I at that. But, on a serious note, older [...]
A dog fight that goes beyond a brief scuffle and doesn’t resolve quickly is frightening to behold. In fact it’s one of the behavior scenarios most likely to result in significant injury to humans, not to mention the dogs. The first, most important thing to remember is stay safe. After that, here are a few things to do to try [...]
I thought it would be a good idea to give everyone some information on some of the jerky treats imported fromChinathat are associated with the problem. They go by a number of names, including tender’s strips, chips, wraps, twists and more. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and American Veterinary Association (AVMA) first issued warnings about these treats in [...]
The dangers of driving with your dog unrestrained are numerous and hardly hypothetical. In the United States alone, thousands of deaths of dogs, drivers and passengers are attributed to unrestrained dogs each year, in addition to what must be an unimaginable number of accidents with injuries and fender benders Even a low-speed crash may turn an unrestrained dog into a [...]
With all the hot weather we’ve had, I should have written this a little earlier in the year. But, better late than never. I am sure we have plenty more hot temperatures on the way. Most dogs enjoy cooling off in a pool or pond when it’s hot. But many could benefit from swimming or safety lessons. Contrary to popular [...]
Due to the many pet foods recalls of late, I thought it would be a good idea to post some tips from the Centers for Disease Control (Atlanta). 1. Purchase products with no visible damage to packaging. 2. If possible, store dry pet food in its original bag inside a clean, dedicated plastic container with a lid. Keep the top [...]
More and more folks are walking their dogs on the Monon. Lots of people are in downtown Carmel with their pets. What do you do when your dog goes a little crazy around all of the other dogs? Here are a few suggestions. 1 STAY CALM. If you become angry, hysterical, loud or violent, you only add to the [...]
