Archive for the 'Health' Category

VEGANISM: It’s FOR the Bees! Literally!

Thursday, October 22nd, 2009

Okay so the bees have it! Their honey that is. And we shouldn’t take that away from them. We especially shouldn’t “keep them” under bad conditions or, as I have seen it referred to, in slavery. Still, I’m not sure I completely understand why honey is not vegan. It’s not the animal, or insect, […]

Anatomy of Diagnosing a Canine Food Allergy - One Dog (and Woman’s) Journey

Wednesday, September 2nd, 2009

Guest blogger: Kristen Campbell of Gluten Free Fox, on her journey with her dog Waylon’s food allergies

When we met Waylon, a 15-month-old German Wirehaired Pointer at the Human Society of the Ochocos in Oregon, about nine hours north of our San Francisco home, we fell in love instantly. All it took […]

Dog Tag Art Allergy/Medical Alert I.D.’s for Your Pet!

Wednesday, August 26th, 2009

I was recently introduced to this brand because they designed a dog tag for a food allergy alert and you know we are all about bettering the lives of dogs with food allergies and other special needs.
I remember when Lambchop was diagnosed with Addison’s disease there were no tags that could fit all […]

Pet First-Aid, Safety & Senior Pet Care On Dog Chat 8/4

Thursday, July 30th, 2009

We have a very special guest for this chat, Denise Fleck of Sunny Dog Ink.In addition to being a Los Angeles Animal Advocate, Animal Care Instructor and Lecturer, Denise is a freelance writer for publications including: Dog Fancy, Dogs for Kids, Dogs USA, Dog Days in L.A., Paw Print and The Pet Press. Specializing in […]

Gluten Allergies? Gluten-Free Search Engine — For You and Your Dog!

Thursday, July 23rd, 2009

You know that we are all about alleviating food allergies in dogs and helping them enjoy their food and treats again! Though any food can be an allergen for your dog (or for you) gluten is showing to be a more common one.
Turns out there is a gluten-free search engine — who would’ve thought?! […]

Silliest Dog Contest! Win Dirty Dog Organics!

Tuesday, June 30th, 2009

How silly is your dog?

Upload your silly dog photos on our Facebook Wall and you’ll be entered to win a Dirty Dog Organics gift set - pet wash and fur freshener, 100% paraben, sulfate and phthalate free!

Lessons for the Vet, and for Life, from Cody - the Lovable Tamaskan Dog

Saturday, June 20th, 2009

Guest blogger – Cody’s peeps!
Cody’s story begins in the fall of 2007. My Husband and I had just become engaged and we were planning our wedding for August 2008. We had always talked about getting another puppy but with 2 Huskies already we decided to wait until after the wedding. Around mid November I get […]

Is a diet made up of a variety of fresh whole foods healthier for your dog?

Monday, February 23rd, 2009

Take the Poll on
Biscuits by Lambchop is hosting the Whole Foods Feeding Group.
We’re new on Doggyspace, so if you’re on there, please add us as your friend and drop us a line.
( ) Yes, I think my dog should eat a variety of REAL food, like I do
( ) Sometimes, even I don’t […]

Peanut Butter Recalls Expands to Include Pet Products

Thursday, January 29th, 2009

Since January 13th, The Peanut Corp. of America peanut butter recalls have continued to expand, now to include pet products. Their peanut butter was not sold to individuals but in bulk to manufacturers of food products in which it is an ingredient.
An update today, states that some of their peanut products were used by […]

Keeping Your Pup Cool in the Heat!

Wednesday, July 25th, 2007

COMMON SENSE PRACTICALITIES FOR KEEPING YOUR DOG COOL AND SAFE IN THE HEAT OF SUMMER
* Always provide plenty of fresh, cool water. You may want to place extra water bowls around the house and ALWAYS bring fresh water with you on walks.
* Limit exercise to early morning and/or late evenings when it’s […]

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