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Oats for Dogs & the Health Benefits

Using oats for dogs offers offers some amazing health benefits when used correctly. Well-known to almost anyone with familiarity with animals (especially horses) knows the extraordinary benefits of this grain for dogs IF your dog is in need of grain in his or her diet. Typically, dogs do not require grains.

Wild oat may look like other types of grass or even weeds, but this plant has a few characteristics that make it distinct from other annoying, less suitable shades of green. Read More...

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Health Benefits of Stinging Nettles for Dogs

Most people don’t think of nettle for dogs when they think of a good holistic treatment option, but stinging nettles for dogs really do have a host of herbal properties worth exploring.

We’ll touch on some of them in this piece, with the caveat right off the bat that stinging nettle is certainly not the friendliest of herbs in this series. Read More...

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The Trouble with Chocolate for Dogs

Just a couple of days ago, we talked about some common poisons for dogs – including chocolate. A tasty treat for people but a problem and a half for pooches, this stuff is marvelous and deadly.

Most pet owners know that chocolate is poisonous for dogs, but many pet owners don’t know why. Read More...

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Recipes for Dogs Liver Disease

In our experience, a homemade diet made with REAL WHOLE FOODS is an absolute must for dogs with a failing liver. Our recipes for dogs liver disease may be helpful for your dog. Read More...

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Safely Using Grindelia Squarrosa for Dogs

Grindelia squarrosa has outstanding medicinal properties that can be safely used for dogs. It is best known for cough suppression including its ability as an expectorant that stimulates the secretion of mucus. Read More...

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Using Hawthorn Berry for a Dog’s Heart Health

This herb offers some amazing natural cardio benefits for dogs who need help with heart function. When using herbs such as hawthorn berry, the best results are achieved when combined with a healthy, wholefood diet for your dog. THIS IS A MUST! Read More...

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Horsetail Herb For Dogs Bone Health & Infections

Its ability to get things moving makes it a practical part of one’s herbal toolkit, but there are always precautions. Still, using this “fossil” of a plant is generally safe for most dogs and can provide a respectable, compact fix for many of the problems associated with the fine art of getting older. Read More...

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How to Use Honey For Dogs

There are several reason that pet owners should consider using honey for dogs. Honey is a powerhouse naturally high in enzymes, high in antioxidants and flavonoids, and it kills anti-resistant bacteria including MRSA.

Honey has helped dogs with all sorts of issues including allergies, infections, kennel cough, digestion, wounds including burns, hot spots, and pressure sores. Read More...