Learn all the benefits rosemary has to offer to your animal companion. Native to Asia and the Mediterranean, rosemary gets its name from the Latin ros, meaning “dew” and marinus, meaning “sea”—“sea dew.” Perhaps the most exciting property of this little evergreen with the delicate flowers is its capacity to act as a natural preservative. […]
Like the spinach-munching cartoon character, Popeye, this leafy green can hep give our dogs good eyes, strong bones, and a sturdy digestive tract. Spinach has long enjoyed a reputation as the leafy vegetable bursting with vitamins and minerals. Its vitamin C and carotenoids (beta-carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin) are largely responsible for sustaining good vision. Biologists are […]
Sui Choi, or Napa cabbage, is originally from East Asia but is now cultivated in the US and Canada. Low in calories but abundant in fiber and antioxidant capacity, it can make a healthy contribution to your pet’s diet. Sui Choi’s multi-syllabic compounds carotene, thiocyanate, indole-3-carbinol, lutein, zea-xanthin, sulforaphane and isothiocyanate are multi-taskers when it comes […]
On top of their great taste, low price and year-round availability, sweet potatoes are packed with beta-carotene, vitamins B6, C and D, magnesium, potassium and iron — and they’re great for our dogs! Now, sweet potatoes are, well, sweet. But, their natural sugars – unlike processed sugar additives – are released slowly into the bloodstream, […]
Turmeric is much more than a disinfectant and a tonic. As an aid to our dogs’ heart health and liver function, and an anti-inflammatory and pain reliever, it’s the golden ticket for optimum health. Turmeric is a deep golden-coloured spice that is equally rich in minerals and vitamins. A member of the ginger family, turmeric […]
No matter what type of food you feed your dog or cat, these few specific supplements will give him important nutrients and improve his diet. Many people, including veterinarians, believe that processed commercial pet foods have all the nutrients dogs and cats need for good health. As they begin to realize that excessive processing destroys […]
Herbs go deeper than NSAIDs when it comes to alleviating the inflammation at the root of arthritis and other joint problems – and without the side effects. Aches, pains, arthritis and reduced range of motion are common in older dogs and cats. After many trips to the veterinarian, often resulting in various pain medications, these […]
From by-products to soy to rendered fats – here are some ingredients to steer clear of when buying pet food for your dog or cat. Educating yourself about healthy nutrition for your dog and cat may seem daunting, but it doesn’t need to be. One of the best ways to begin is learning how to […]
Share the festive season with your pet by making him these healthy low-fat turkey treats. For many families, holiday dinners wouldn’t be complete without turkey. And that goes for your dog or cat too. Although you shouldn’t give him the fatty leftovers from your own roast bird – no skin or cooked bones either — […]
Exotic Fruit – Noni on white background Noni has great potential for the treatment and possible prevention of many diseases in pets. Noni fruit is nothing short of amazing. It’s been in use for centuries across the Pacific region, not just for food but for its health benefits as well. Noni is reported to have […]
