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• International News: How to help your dog age gracefully International News How to help your dog age gracefully - http://www.cnn.com/2011... March 11, 2011 from CNN.com Recently... - Comment - Like While every dog is different, most canines enter their geriatric phase at seven to eight years of age. As with humans, advanced age can lead to arthritis, decreased mobility and decreased organ functions. - International News
• John Bradstreet: Why Do Some Dogs Get Arthritis While Oth... John Bradstreet Why Do Some Dogs Get Arthritis While Others Do Not? - http://www.informationpleasear... January 15 from Latest Articles - Comment - Like -- We have more information on our website about dog arthritis and how pet owners can use liquid glucosamine to help their animals better cope with the disease. Synflex glucosamine is an all-natural product without side effects which has been shown to be highly effective for treating canine osteoarthritis. - John Bradstreet
• Michael Filsiam: Natural Diets for Pets Made Easy Michael Filsiam Natural Diets for Pets Made Easy November 20 - Comment - Like Natural Diets for Pets Made Easy   We are witnessing an era of chronic and degenerative disease in epidemic proportions. Obesity, diabetes, arthritis, heart disease and cancer are all rampant amongst both humans and domesticated pets. It is no coincidence that this dramatic decline in health has paralleled the introduction of processed foods into our diets. If you want your pet to be as healthy as possible, a balanced, natural, mostly raw diet is crucial. For a diet to be healthy and balanced for a dog or cat, it should include: • Raw muscle meat, fat and bone, including organ meats • Raw, crushed vegetables, especially young leafy greens, grasses and sprouts • Raw, crushed, ripe or over-ripe fruits • Small amounts of whole grains, or in many cases, no grain at all • Extras, such as whole raw eggs, oily fish, seeds, herbs, and dairy products Compare this to the Commercial Pet Food pyramid, which looks something like this: • Large proportions of multiple grains and grain-fractions • Generic meat meals and meat by-product meals processed at extreme temperatures and pressures • Rancid fats and oils • Indigestible fillers such as soybean hulls, peanut shells and vegetable by-product • Flavours and colours, including sugars, corn syrup, other sweeteners, salt, and dyes • Large amounts of pesticides, herbicides, antibiotics, hormones, drugs and toxins in the primary ingredients which are all discards from the human food chain • Nasty chemical preservatives, such as BHA, BHT and ethoxyquin, all of which are carcinogenic, and banned from use in human foods, yet may not be disclosed on the pet food label It is no surprise then that pets fed a lifelong diet of commercial pet food suffer a myriad of health conditions and complaints, whereas the pets on a balanced, natural diet, exude health, vitality and exuberance. After personally witnessing the damage commercial pet food can inflict on your pet, the diet of my pet dog and cat now consists of a variety of real, wholesome, carnivore-appropriate foods, like raw meaty bones, raw organ meats (beef, lamb or chicken liver, hearts and kidneys), raw or tinned oily fish, eggs, and a little dairy here and there. It's also important for pets to eat their greens, so I provide some minced up parsley, sprouts or wheatgrass, as well as vegetables and fruits like carrot, celery, broccoli, cauliflower, pumpkin, sweet potato, apples and pears. My pets also have access to a nice big garden where they can graze on fresh grass and herbs, some planted especially for them! Dog grass and catnip are particular favourites. Providing your pet with a natural diet when you are used to the convenience and simplicity of feeding out of a bag of dry food may seem daunting, even impossible, at first. But the reality is that once you alter your habits and shopping list, providing a balanced, natural diet is simple, practical, inexpensive and achievable. So how do you easily provide your furry friend with a wholesome, natural diet? 1. Feed a variety of raw, meaty bones, in a size appropriate for your pet. Cats and small dogs will crunch up raw chicken necks or wings, and small lamb bones, whereas bigger dogs require whole chicken carcasses, turkey necks or backs, and larger lamb bones. Avoid hard bones like beef femur, as these may cause issues like dental damage or constipation. 2. Provide some raw or cooked organ meats a few times a week. Chicken, beef and lamb hearts, livers and kidneys are all readily available at most supermarkets and butchers. 3. Provide some vegetable matter, in the form of whatever you have on hand. Sprouts, herbs, grasses, leafy greens, other vegetables and fruits, including over-ripe fruits or off-cuts from your meal preparations, minced up in a food processor or blender can be mixed in with some muscle or organ meat to ensure your pet is tempted to eat it. Try to include a couple of leafy greens and one other fruit or vegetable in your pet's diet every day. You can simply mince everything up after you finish preparing your own meal, or you can mince up bigger batches once a fortnight or so, and freeze portions. 4. Include some whole, essential fatty acid sources in your pet's diet a few times a week. A raw egg can be added whole when mincing up vegies, or a can of human-grade oily fish like sardines or mackerel can be fed as part of a meal. 5. Most cats and dogs thrive on grain-free diets, however some dogs can tolerate a small proportion of gluten-free grains like rice in their ration. Keep the grain ration to A nourishing, natural diet will provide your pet with essential building blocks for a lifetime of health and happiness. And when you witness the improvement in their skin, ears, odour, digestion, energy and vitality, you may be tempted to forgo that fast food burger yourself, and instead opt for the salad! If your pet is suffering with a health condition, it is recommended that you seek the advice of a Holistic Veterinarian when formulating a natural diet that will best suit their unique needs. Dr Renee O'Duhring is available for online holistic veterinary consultations and natural dietary advice. Visit the website http://www.roarkingdom.com.au/" target=_new>http://www.roarkingdom.com.au to see how she can help your pet attain vibrant health! ger @box @expono @evernote @hi5 @identi @kewego @myspace @photobucket @plaxo @plerb @plurk @smugmug @soundcloud @sugarsync @tinypic @wordpress @yahoo @zooomr - Michael Filsiam
• How to help your dog age gracefully CNN24 How to help your dog age gracefully - http://www.cnn.com/2011... March 11, 2011 from CNN.com Recently... - Comment - Like While every dog is different, most canines enter their geriatric phase at seven to eight years of age. As with humans, advanced age can lead to arthritis, decreased mobility and decreased organ functions. - pb:
• m0r1: lovelessramblings: As all of you know, I’m obse... m0r1 lovelessramblings: As all of you know, I’m obsessed with my Boston Leela. Something so tiny is FULL of energy and love and it pains me to even think about the pain she’s experiencing right now and how she is unable to express her distress. On a routine visit to the vet I found out both her knees have a condition called Patellar Luxation. Her knee... - http://m0r1.tumblr.com/post...  http://littleleelasknees.chipin.com/little-leelas-knees https://www.facebook.com/pages/Save-Leelas-Knees/197341220343387" title="lovelessramblings: As all of you know, I’m obsessed with my Boston Leela. Something so tiny is FULL of energy and love and it pains me to even think about the pain she’s experiencing right now and how she is unable to express her distress. On a routine visit to the vet I found out both her knees have a condition called Patellar Luxation. Her knee cap slips out of the joint causing a painful popping sensation and she is forced to favour the other leg, which also has the same problem. I called several pet insurance companies inquiring about this medical problem and they don’t cover it since it’s a common problem in small dogs, especially Boston Terriers. My vet quoted me $1500 to have a surgeon come in from Milton, ON to perform the surgery and claimed that the surgeon would perform the surgery on both knees for a combined cost of $1700. As a student who is already in debt from my post-secondary education I’m left with the decision to post-pone the surgery until I can find the funds to pay for Leela’s surgery. This could develop the Patellar Luxation into full blown arthritis and leave Leela unable to walk later in life and that thought alone is devastating. I set up this ChipIn page in hopes of my friends, family and dog lovers/enthusiasts to “chip in” whatever they can to help me accelerate raising the funds for Leela. Chip in here! —-> http://littleleelasknees.chipin.com/little-leelas-knees https://www.facebook.com/pages/Save-Leelas-Knees/197341220343387"> November 15 from Tumblr - Comment - Like
• John Bradstreet: How Does Liquid Glucosamine Help The Bod... John Bradstreet How Does Liquid Glucosamine Help The Body Deal With Arthritis Joint Disease? - http://www.informationpleasear... January 8 from Latest Articles - Comment - Like -- We offer more information our website about using glucosamine to treat osteoarthritis joint disease. The supplement product is also available for treating dog arthritis using Flexicose. - John Bradstreet
• Michael Filsiam: Do You Worry About Your Dog's Health and... Michael Filsiam Do You Worry About Your Dog's Health and Dog Food Diet November 20 - Comment - Like Do You Worry About Your Dog's Health and Dog Food Diet With the ongoing incidents of contaminated pet food, it's perfectly understandable for pet parents everywhere to be questioning their dog's diet and worry about what they are actually feeding their dog. For so long, pet parents just assumed that all dog foods were the same and surely the companies making them would only have their pet's best interest at heart. Unfortunately, we all lost our faith in most of the dog food companies with the breaking news of contaminated dog foods. If at some point you have: Questioned the quality of your dog food Wondered if the food you are serving is safe Considered changing foods to a better quality foodThen you are definitely ready to evaluate your dog's diet and make a change. To many, attempting to make a change to their food can seem like a daunting task. With so many brands and varieties to choose from and misleading food labels that can seem impossible to interpret, many people just continue to avoid the process out of frustration. However, your dog's overall health, quality of life and the length of their lifespan are all dependent on feeding them a quality dog food diet. Many pet parents fail to realize the huge impact their dog's diet has on their pet. The effects are wide ranging, starting with: Levels Can Be Poor With a Bad Diet Health Problems Like Kidney or Liver Failure and Cancer Behavioral Problems Such as Short Attention Span Arthritis and Joint Pain Weight Issues Lifespan, the Length of Their Life is Directly Affected By Their Diet Allergy Problems like Skin Flaking, Itching and Hotspots Overall Health and Appearance including a shiny coat and clear eyes Quality of Life is impacted By Low Energy, Nutritional Gaps and IllnessThese are just a few of potential health risks your dog faces when eating a poor quality diet. The good news is that you can improve your dog's health simply by learning how to choose a quality food with simple tools & information. By considering your dog's individual needs such as body weight, breed, genetics, age and their activity level, you can narrow quickly start to narrow down the proper food choices. By using a step by step process, you can learn to easily interpret those misleading food labels and identify the hidden ingredient meanings. You'll need to use your dog's personal needs as discussed above to start determining the proper category of pet food. When you are considering a food for your dog, it's important to consider your own lifestyle in that choice. If you are a busy person with very little free time, then it's unlikely a homemade food diet would work well for you because you would lack preparation time. It's also important to consider the quality of the food. If the food is full of fillers and ingredients that are not whole meats for example, these should immediately be crossed off of your choices. You should also consider your budget when choosing a quality food. What can you reasonably afford to pay each month? Look for fresh ingredients such as fruits and vegetables. Avoid chemicals such as preservatives and dyes. When you are searching for a dog food, be sure to choose multiple possibilities. You will want to end up with 3 to 5 quality food options to provide both a change in variety and fill in nutritional gaps between foods. Try using a dog food comparison chart and a dog food ranking comparison worksheet once you have an idea of what you are looking for in a quality food. This can help you narrow down your choices and make ingredient and nutritional comparisons. By keeping it simple, you can learn to make an informed food choice for your precious pup. By choosing to be an informed pet parent, you can improve your dog's quality of life, overall health and lifespan. All of which will give you: A Happy Healthy Dog More Years To Love Your Dog Lower Vet BillsThese are just a few of the benefits of feeding your dog a quality food. Imagine the potential changes in your dog once they are eating a quality food. So give your dog a quality food and the healthy life they truly deserve and enjoy the benefits that come with being an informed pet parent. A few months ago I left the business world to pursue my passion of working with animals while trying to improve my health. To do this, I am using my 20+ years experience as a dog breeder and pet owner. I also worked for a well known veterinarian and national vet supply company for several years. I have a B.S. In Agriculture with an emphasis in Animal Science and Ag Business and I worked in the Agriculture Business Industry for over twenty years. So if you are interested in the details of how the right dog food, dog care and just good old fashioned love and affection can help your dog live a healthier and longer life, please join us at: http://www.love-your-dog-food.com/" target=_new>http://www.love-your-dog-food.com. Do you need more help in learning to choose a quality dog food? Discover an all-in-one resource where you can learn how to choose a quality dog food with simple tools and information. "Solve the Dog Food Puzzle" is the simple way to choose the best dog food for your pet. A dog lovers defense against poor quality dog food...See this step by step guide at: http://www.love-your-dog-food.com/solve-t..." target=_new>http://www.love-your-dog-food.com/solve-t.... ger @box @expono @evernote @hi5 @identi @kewego @myspace @photobucket @plaxo @plerb @plurk @smugmug @soundcloud @sugarsync @tinypic @wordpress @yahoo @zooomr - Michael Filsiam
• Help me build a special dog ramp Metafilter Help me build a special dog ramp - http://ask.metafilter.com/182481... April 3 from Ask MetaFilter - Comment - Like Help me design a ramp to fit over a staircase for a dog to go up and down. My parents' dog has arthritis. My parents house has a hardwood floor staircase that she can't go down comfortably. She slips and frequently falls down the stairs and it's obviously painful and stressful for her to go down. I'd like to build her a ramp with some ridges (i.e. pieces of wood set up as crossbars so her feet don't slip). Two catches inside. I can figure out how to build the ramp itself. However, Catch #1: My mom has arthritis, too. When she goes up and down the stairs she has to lead with one leg, which means she has to up one side of the stairs and down the other. So the ramp has to be easily moveable from one side of the staircase to the other, by someone with arthritis, which means it shouldn't require great strength and it should be do-able without bending over (bending over at the top of a staircase is a bad idea for anyone, anyway). Catch #2: No modifications to the staircase/wall etc.... - dario
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• John Harris: Dog Health & Injuries : How to Help Dogs Wit... John Harris Dog Health & Injuries : How to Help Dogs With Arthritis | Dogs n ... http://www.refleksiberisick.com/dog-hea... October 6, 2010 from Ping.fm - Comment - Like