Pet Supplement: Fish Oil or Flaxseed Oil?

   Read what Paul Jacobson a Pet Food Nutritionist, qualified chef and owner of Vondis Holistic Pet Nutrition recommends: 

Over the last weeks I have presented editorials on the benefits of vegetables in your pet's diet and offering guidance in formulating natural and wholesome food for your beloved companion animals. But what about diet supplementation?

A quality omega 3 is essential in restoring cell damage and should be your first choice supplement. Almost every vet will recommend an Omega 3 when treating skin disorders and inflammation. Read more...

Garth Stein: The Art of Racing in the Rain

    This is one of those "forever" books: You'll keep it forever,

Enzo, the family dog is the narrator. He tells us the story of Denny and his family as if we were right there with them. There are hilarious happenings, comforting times and....I must warn you.....heart-wrenching moments. Read more...

Fun Facts about your FurKidz

   By Linda Harding / The Squashed Tomato

Your pet is your companion, your friend, a member of your family. You know what his favourite treats are, when he wants to go outside and how to brush him in just the right way. In fact, you know everything about him... or do you?  Read more...

The Garlic Issue

   Read what Paul Jacobson a Pet Food Nutritionist, qualified chef and owner of Vondis Holistic Pet Nutrition recommends: 

Garlic has always been deemed as a miracle herb with powerful antioxidants to destroy bacteria and in the case of our pets, to rid fleas and ticks.

Suddenly, there have been various articles and discussions relating to onion and garlic and its probable cause of Heinz-body anemia (the thinning of the blood). Once we had full confidence in garlic to sort out many ailments and protect our pets from parasites, but now we are not sure which way to turn. Read more...

Today's Feature: Our Little Sausages

Dachshunds are playful, but can be stubborn, and are known for their propensity for chasing small animals, birds, and tennis balls with great determination and ferocity. Many dachshunds are stubborn, making them a challenge to train. Several quotes have been recorded regarding the training of dachshunds; one is from E. B. White:

"Being the owner of dachshunds, to me a book on dog discipline becomes a volume of inspired humor. Every sentence is a riot. Some day, if I ever get a chance, I shall write a book, or warning, on the character and temperament of the dachshund and why he can't be trained and shouldn't be. I would rather train a striped zebra to balance an Indian club than induce a dachshund to heed my slightest command. When I address Fred I never have to raise either my voice or my hopes. He even disobeys me when I instruct him in something he wants to do." Read more...

Vegetables and Legumes – Your Pet's Superhero

   Read what Paul Jacobson a Pet Food Nutritionist, qualified chef and owner of Vondis Holistic Pet Nutrition recommends: 

Previously I discussed the role of antioxidants in controlling free radicals which is the cause of many dread diseases and general poor health. A correct and wholesome diet, including vegetables, fruits and legumes, is essential in producing natural antioxidants and thus, protects your companion animal from sickness. Herewith some vegetables and legumes that are great value for money, effective and nutritional: Read more...

Probiotics For Your Pet

   Read what Beryl Shuttleworth, BSc Biochemistry & Zoology and owner of The Herbal Pet recommends:

Supplement types seem to be as susceptible to fashion as mini skirts. The current 'magic' supplement is the probiotic. But what are probiotics? How do they differ from prebiotics? And does your pet really need it?

Probiotics are a group of 'friendly' bacteria (literally, "pro life," indicating that they are bacteria and yeasts that help rather than harm) and are gaining popularity as daily supplements for humans. As always, pet owners have been quick on the uptake and starting to realize that their companions can benefit from these bacteria as well. Read more...