Giving your dog the best quality dog food will keep her healthy and her coat nice and shiny. Whether you buy high end specialty dog food with organic or natural ingredients, or make your own pet food from dog food recipes, your dog’s health will reflect your efforts–good or bad. So how can you make […]
Dogs with Special Needs
Homemade Dog Bones
Use these dog bone recipes to make awesome homemade dog bones for your dog. Baking your own homemade dog bones is healthier and more appealing than purchasing store bought treats! But there’s another reason to make your own dog bones. It’s fun and easy, and very rewarding when your dog shows enthusiasm for dog bones […]
What Do Dogs See?
Dog vision, or what dogs see, is not the same as our vision, can vary from breed to breed, and you may be surprised to learn what a dog sees. Have you ever wondered what dogs see–exactly what your dog’s eyes are seeing? Do you know what your dog sees up close, and what she […]
Diabetic Dog Treats
Did you know that you can make diabetic dog treats for your dog with diabetes? Soon she will be able to enjoy delicious dog treats again! Some of my recipes call for unbleached flour. Since a diabetic dog diet should have whole grains whenever possible, simply substitute oat flour, whole wheat flour or barley flour […]
Soy Flour for Dogs
Health Food or Harmful? Is soy flour for dogs safe to use in homemade dog treats? The answer to that question has become more complicated in the last few years… Formerly believed to be a health food, mainly because of extensive marketing in the U.S., soy has reared its ugly head in the last few […]
Rye Flour for Dogs
Using rye flour for dogs in your homemade dog treats is a way to vary your dog’s diet and add extra nutrition. Very low in gluten, but high in nutrition, rye is often used in commercial dog treats and dog food. Unlike many of the ancient grains and flours, rye only appeared on the scene […]
Pumpkin for Dogs
Is pumpkin for dogs healthy? You bet! And you can easily pamper your dog with pumpkin dog treats, by including pumpkin in your favorite dog treat recipes. Pumpkin is packed with nutrition. It boasts huge amounts of vitamin A for resistance to infections, to improve night vision and keep the body’s membranes healthy. And pumpkin […]
Oatmeal for Dogs
How healthy is oatmeal for dogs? Oats, oat flour and oat bran all provide healthy nutrients that will help to keep your dog fit and strong. In fact, these healthy ingredients are often found in high quality natural commercial preparations for dog food and dog treats. The American Pharmaceutical Association also reports oat products to be safe […]
Millet in Dog Treats
Millet in dog treats is a healthy and inexpensive ingredient, a grain used in livestock feeds worldwide. Rich in B vitamins, iron and potassium, millet is low in calories and a nutritious addition to Homemade dog treat recipes. Millet is an ancient grain, one of the very first grains known to have been cultivated. In […]
Fish Oil for Dogs
Using fish oil for dogs is so simple, but it can make a big difference in your dog’s health. Just as oil from fish is good for you, fish oil supplements are also an excellent way to keep your dog healthy! Veterinarians first started prescribing fish oil supplementation for dogs with allergies. However, more recently they […]