We all have the best intentions when it comes to grooming our dogs. Bathing, brushing, trimming… we want them to look their best, smell their best, and most importantly, feel their best. I recently visited a friend who bathes her dogs every week. I can’t imagine. To make matters worse, I made the mistake of […]
Clay is a safe healing method that is suited for those of us that like to explore the world of holistic healing and self-care. It is also a method that we can put in our medical arsenals to help our dogs defend themselves, both internally and externally, against the onslaught of toxins that they encounter
Did you know that dog skin problems are the #1 reason pet parents seek veterinary care in United States? It’s so sad to see so many dogs suffering with skin issues. The skin is the body’s largest organ. Unfortunately it’s often mistakenly separated from the rest of the body as its own unique system, operating
Herbs can go along way in helping us care for our canine friends if we just know how to use them. One of my most cherished herbs is chamomile for dogs. Not only does it have a sunny disposition, it is a friend to both human and canine alike. Chamomile is an old favorite among
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The first time I walked my own dog I was 12. My puppy, Kelly, a rescued red bone hound was all over the place, but something clicked. The feelings I had for Kelly were different from what I’d felt for my pet guinea pig, Squeaky. For the first time, I had a responsibility to a
Did you know that studies on American dogs typically classify those who are ages 6 and older as geriatric? In human terms, that is a ripe age of 42. As a 42 year old woman, I don’t think I am ready to be put out to pasture. As a society, we have begun to accept
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Over the years, garlic for dogs has somehow gained this terrible reputation. Ask most pet parents what foods dogs absolutely can’t eat and you’re almost sure to hear these 4: onions grapes chocolate garlic And while the first 3 are definite no-nos, how did garlic end up on the list?? Here are Farm Dog we’re
Sugar. Everyone is talking about it. How much sugar does the average American consume on a daily basis? Answer: 22 teaspoons. How much sugar does the average American dog consume on a daily basis? You would be surprised. And while many people are talking about sugar for humans, there’s far less emphasis on the dangers
Even as we welcome the changing of the leaves and a cooling down of the temperature outside, I am reminded that so many of us are still dealing with that dreaded pest… Spring, summer and fall are ripe with the enemy. To successfully win the war, you must start planning now. And that means exploring your options
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I’m a big fan of adding a little green to the diet – my own and my dog’s. Broccoli, Brussel sprouts, lettuce… But one green I’m asked about a lot for pets is spirulina. So, what exactly are the benefits of spirulina for dogs, is it actually safe, and how can you be sure you’re
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