Responsibilities owning a dog

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You don’t think you owe your dog anything, do you? Well, if you don’t then you are dead wrong! Having a dog demands a great deal of duties that you cannot fail to dismiss. The consequences of shelving your duties to your dog can be dire because they eventually tell on you as well as your dog.

Some human beings think that the only thing they have to do after they get a dog is feed and bath it its appalling that they think that way but the fact of the matter is that such folks are ill-informed about what responsibilities they owe their dog. If you just got a new dog, good for you! However, with a dog come great responsibilities like:

Food

Just as the diet of a human being contributes to his mental and physical balance, the diet of a dog can determine the overall health of your dog. You cant feed your dog just anything. You need to feed it exactly what it needs to develop properly. There are several pet stores where you can ask after the best type of dog food for your dog. In addition to, you need to know that dog food is quite exorbitant. If you aren’t financially ready for a dog, don’t even think about getting one because you’ll simply be setting yourself up for a heavy fall.

Medicine

Your dog needs to be healthy to give you its best. You have to take your dog to the vet doctor for vaccinations against various illnesses that they are prone to. Without vaccinations, your dogs immune system will constantly weaken and may eventually shut down causing its death. You owe your dog regular check ups to the vet.

Shelter

Your dog deserves to be in a clean healthy place. Whether your dog is staying in your house or in a kennel, you need to be sure that it is well sheltered.

Training

Last but certainly not the least, your dog needs to be trained. If you don’t train your dog, you will be doing it more harm than good. You should endeavor to bring out the best of your dog through effective dog training.

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Safe healthy and natural dog food

The best dog chow solutions I found solved the dog food dangers that made the news. The ones where dogs were dying from unsafe commercial dog chow. It seems the rendering of dead animals for dog food was not getting rid of the product or disease that originally killed them, so it was ending up in the food.

The solution I was looking for would have to not only create a better safe dog food, but also be a healthy and natural dog food. To do this I started going around the internet and finding bits and parts of what would be great. The idea of discovering something that would do it all seemed to be more like a cure all snake oil thing and that would not help anyone.

Then I started to see a pattern of things that would work if you could get the information all in one package. The idea of homemade dog chow kept returning in different articles and the benefits were very clear – the wheels were churning. I was still looking but the answer seemed to be all in their diet and exercise. If there was truth in what they were saying, the homemade natural food could prolong life by up to seven years and even make them smarter. It could reduce weight problems and solve the finicky eating that shows up in some breeds so often. The diet could solve skin problems and kidney stones and greatly reduce pricey veterinary visits. I found an article about all of this and more it covered all aspects of feeding your dogs and keeping them healthy, it was like it was written for me and it had more information than I had found so far. This was more and more like the solution I was looking for. It proved to be the best dog chow information.

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I am very excited about this product because so many people have been needing this for so long. Reason one – our dogs deserve it. There is no better feeling than having a happy, healthy dog to be proud of.

There are so many dog food dangers with using processed, commercial food. Wouldn’t it be great to know what healthy ingredients should be in your puppy food and be able to feel that you are giving your dogs the best and healthiest food?

Well, when I thought about it, it reminded me of the time we lost a batch of puppies to a food related problem. Back then I would have given anything to have a product like this one. I still think about those puppies whenever I see a spaniel.

The other part of this product is it has a free forum for pet owners to ask any questions or just socialize with like minded people. I am finding that forums are one of the best online resources. Its like having a twenty-four seven help line or having a classroom you can enter at will.

All puppy owners have questions at times, as they can be a real test of your love of dogs at times. The good thing is talking to others or just to help us remember how to treat problems. I am finding as I get older I tend to forget some important things I learned years ago, like using a old clock to help a puppy get to sleep because it is like a heartbeat.

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Choose a healthy food for your dog

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This article will give you information on how to choose a healthy food for your dog. With the recent events surrounding the tainted dog food found in the grocery stores, more and more people are becoming concerned about the food they feed their dog. Dogs are similar to humans in the fact that the healthier they eat the better they will feel. Feeding your dog a healthy diet can also fix behavioral problems that your dog may be having.

There are basically three levels of dog food on the market

The first is the grocery store foods. These dog foods contain low quality, indigestible ingredients. These dog foods are the equivalent of junk food for dogs. They may be easy on the pocketbook, but they are not a healthy choice for your beloved pet.

The next level is the premium foods. These are still found in grocery stores and can be found in veterinarians offices. They are just a small step above the grocery store foods. They may contain a little higher quality of ingredients, but for the most part still contain a lot of artificial flavorings and fillers. However, they are a lot more expensive that the grocery store dog food.

The last level is the healthy dog found that can be found online or purchased straight from the manufacturer. These are formulated with real fruits and vegetables and whole grains and rice. They will also contain real meat as a protein source. The healthy dog foods should not contain artificial colors or other artificial ingredients. These foods are designed to give your dog a fulls day supply of vitamins and mineral in their natural form. You should expect to pay more for these foods due to the nature of the ingredients. The good news is that you will not need to feed your dog as much because the healthy foods are more nutrient-dense than other types of dog food.

If you really want to know what goes into to your dogs food, then consider making your own. There are plenty of healthy, dog food recipes online that you can get for free. Check with your vet for the best foods for your type of dog. Use only natural ingredients and introduce your dog to new dishes one at a time. Your dog may not be able to tolerate certain foods so its best to test each one separately.

Your dog is a very important member of your family. He depends on you for all of his nutritional needs. It is your job to make sure that he is given a healthy, well-balanced diet. You wouldn’t feed your children something that would harm them, so why feed it to your dog? Do your research and find the best dog health food for your dog.

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Dog food has been recalled! Mars Petcare US announced a voluntary recall of all dry pet food products produced at its plant in Everson, Pa. between Feb. 18 and July 29, citing potential contamination with salmonella.

The possible contaminated pet food are under the brand names include some items under the names Country Acres, Retriever, Doggy Bag, Members Mark, Natural, Ol’ Roy, Special Kitty, Paws & Claws, Pedigree, Wegman’s, Pet Pride, PMI Nutrition and Red Flannel.

ORIJEN dog food is my favorite all natural dog food! ORIJEN dog food is high-protein, low-carbohydrate and grain-free with a Biologically Appropriate ratio of 70 percent meat, 30 percent fruit and vegetables and zero grain. ORIJEN’s high-protein formulas eliminate the need for grains (which are inexpensive but inappropriate energy sources), and as high-protein diets are naturally more satiating, dogs naturally consume less ORIJEN than they would any other commercial pet food.

Holistic quality dog food

PETCO stores announced the launch of a new holistic dog food by Halo Purely for Pets®, which company is co-owned by talk show host Ellen DeGeneres. PETCO will be adding this holistic dog food and cat food line to their stores nationwide this week.

PETCO is supporting the new products’ launch by offering 20% off to its P.A.L.S. members on purchases of all Halo products made from March 2 to March 23.

Halo expanded its signature recipe canned dog food with the introduction of lamb, beef and salmon varieties. The company also introduced new Halo dry food selections for dogs: Spot’s Stew formulas for adult dogs and puppies.

The Halo dog food is made from all-natural ingredients such as butcher quality chicken, eggs, carrots, flaxseed, green peas, barley, sweet potatoes and cranberries. All the recipes have been fortified with vitamins, minerals, prebiotics and probiotics and do not include byproducts, chemical preservatives, fillers, rendered meats, artificial colors or flavors.

For everyone looking for an all natural dog food this holistic dog food seems like a great answer!

For additional information on the holistic dog foods visit the PETCO website or PR WEB.

Premium quality dog food

People often ask about dog food. There are so many dog food companies how does one pick a good dog food that has premium quality dog food?

Well the truth really is, that the closer to nature the dog food is, the better is really is. Quality dog food is not cheap dog food, but it is worth the money in the longevity of your dog!

Many commercial dog foods contain horrid ingredients that are used as fillers only and based upon grains. What I mean by that is the dog food fills the dogs tummy when hungry but does not contain much if any truly good nutrients for a dog. Most pet foods contain a long list of additives, preservatives and grain products.

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With my husband owning a kennel, we have tried many different types of dog foods. From holistic dog food, to the barf diet, and even home cooked meals.

We really are fans of Solid Gold dog food and the BARF DIET. All natural dog food has many benefits for dogs.

The BARF DIET – The BARF DIET™ does not contain grain products. The BARF DIET looks only to the freshest whole raw food sources rich in vitamins, minerals and essential fatty acids derived mostly from human edible ingredients. This is an excellent raw food for dogs! Many people are not comfortable feeding a raw diet.

SOLID GOLD – For those who want an all natural dog food we recommends a dog food called Solid Gold. Solid Gold pet foods are a pioneer of natural, holistic animal nutrition. Their dog foods are low allergen products, which work together to enhance health, boost up the immune system, and protect against disease.

Solid Gold dog foods do not contain wheat, corn, or soy, which are often genetically modified and common allergens for dogs.

If your dog suffers from skin disorders or chew incessantly at their feet allot, it may be due to a dog food allergy. If so, Solid Gold Can help!

You can view the Solid Gold website at http://www.solidgoldhealth.com and can view Solid Gold dog food testimonials here.

If you are interested in learning more about the BARF dog diet you can check out their website at http://www.barfworld.com and can view BARF diet dog food testimonial here.

If you are curious to know why we do not recommend most commercial dog foods, you can view this dog food book. The book gives a real inside look at what is really in many dog foods!

The truth is, many dog food companies care less about dogs and only how they can make money! The dog food book reveals some shocking details as to what commercial dog foods really contain!

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Improving welfare of your dog determine best dog foods

Many of us worry constantly about the welfare of our dogs. We want to ensure that they get all the benefits they can out of the dog foods they eat. So many re-calls in the last 5 years have made it difficult to determine which dog foods are best for our dogs.

While we don’t know when or if the particular brand we use will be subject to recall we must simply hope that we check it out thoroughly before giving it to our pets. Researching the signs and symptoms of problems that may arise in our pets when eating tainted foods is a good start and you can also check for various recalls periodically without the year.

Keeping a keen eye on your animals can help you detect problems early. Paying attention to various differences in behaviors like: social interactions sleep patterns, or eating habits can help you see trouble before it gets to your door.

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Some signs of damage due to affected foods are:

• Loss of Appetite
• Persistent vomiting
• Blood in stool
• Diarrhea
• Frequent urination-discolored urine

Some recent recalled dog foods are:

1. Eukanuba Dog- List Codes {Code Dates: 6312-7073} Plant # 4197
2. Western Family U.S.: Beef Cuts/ 12x 13.2  code 154009067
3. Western Family Canada: Country Stew Cuts

Other brands like: Natural Life, Nutri-Plan, Paws, and Springfield Prize. If you wish to obtain additional information or are looking for more on the list you can access it at: www.menufoods.com/recallproduct_dog.html

As of December there have been additional recalls for the dog food company which makes Diamond, country Value and Professional. Look for dates ranging from 3/1/07-6/1/2007.

Looking for periodic updates on recalls are wise, keeping an eye on your dogs will help you get the help you need early so the damage is limited. Know your dog and their behaviors and stay healthy.

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