Pet foods – in particular dog foods – have been a real bone of contention lately. Yes, I did mean to do that. Hopefully the quality of this post will improve. We have had a range of animal food toxicity problems over the years from Chinese meat jerky treats causing…
Healthy rabbits and healthy diets I see some widely varying assumptions regarding appropriate diets for bunnies. The importance of adhering to a sensible diet was brought home dramatically when a young, otherwise healthy, rabbit was presented to our hospital recently and passed away despite prompt and appropriate treatment. Rabbits have…
Part 2 – Christmas foods you can feed your dog Now, we’ve covered what you shouldn’t feed your dog but, “what can I feed my dog?” I hear you ask! Below is a list of common foods which your dog can share in this festive season. Foods which are okay for your dog……
What they can and cannot eat… Christmas is approaching fast and while we’re all busy thinking of what we’re going to eat, perhaps we should take some time to think about what our four-legged friends will be dining on this festive season. Many foods are suitable for you pooch to…
Xylitol, a natural and sweet-tasting crystalline alcohol/sugar derived from xylose, is becoming ever more present as a low-calorie sweetener in human foods. Xylitol is quite good for people as a sweetener because, unlike sugar, it is not converted to acids in the mouth that cause tooth decay. It reduces levels…
Diet, dentition and discovery Taking a break from anxiety in dogs, I’d like to tell you about my theories on food and happiness (which is kinda treating anxiety, so perhaps not a complete break). This really applies to all pet species, but for this post I will be providing examples…