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Wait, isnt purina one of the brands vets recommend? As well as royal canin and Hills.
Not that i like Purina, i avoid it purely because it’s owned by Nestle. But it’s definitely more trustworthy than most of the stuff I’ve seen people try to push on owners.
(Ofc your specific cats are uh, difficult. So they definitely need whatever the vet says. I remember how both can get gi issues. Plus in general anything the vet says is more trustworthy for those specific animals than just trusting specific brands)
Disclaimer: I am just a cat owner. This is my opinion, don’t take anything in this post as advice. Do your own research and talk to your vet.
I am personally of the camp that whatever your cat is happy and healthy on is good food for them. If that’s purina fancy feast, thats great! If it’s arcana or blue buffalo or raw or anything else then all the power to you.
The foods most commonly brought up by petblr & some vets/techs/etc on this site (purina, royal canin, hills, science diet, iams) are great foods for some cats, I just don’t know if it’s necessarily right to say they’re best for all cats, which is the vibe I get from some pet food threads.
#at the advice of my vet I currently feed raw#and so far that is the best food my cats have been on in their lives#it is definitely not the best for all cats or households#every cat is different!#purina is not one size fits ll#idk#thanks for the ask!#ask#dave the cat#photo
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This is maybe a super odd question so please ignore it if so, however I saw that Conker is in fantastic shape especially as an older boy! I'm currently trying to get my 2 yo shiba a little lighter (she's 26lb...) and trimmer, do you have any tips on what has worked for Conker? We'd love if she could age as gracefully as he has. Have a good day!
There’s been a few times when I’ve left Conker in the care of other people and they *always* overfeed and under-exercise him. Those are the main reasons why dogs get overweight. This is particularly bad for Conker due to his age and all his health issues so I am never happy when I come back to find he’s gained a couple pounds.
So, decrease food and increase activity. If your dog is free fed, stop doing that and feed measured meals once or twice a day. Don’t leave the food down, if the dog doesn’t eat it all in one sitting, pick it up and offer it again at the next meal time. If they get a lot of treats, reduce it to only a few a day and keep them small. Play more games and go on more or longer walks. Going for a hike is always fun, even just a stroll around the park. Figure out what activities your dog enjoys and do them more often. Depending on how heavy your dog is, they might struggle with the increased activity at first until they get in better shape. Don’t overdo it right off the bat though, take it slow and build up over time. If that doesn’t help, a vet check to rule out things like hypothyroidism is a good idea. Taking photos every week or so and weighing the dog and keeping track is a good way to see if any progress is being made.
Ignore what the bag of food says and go by how your dog looks and feels. Feeding guidelines just that, a guide, not an absolute, and most of the time they are wrong. Conker gets 1/2 cup kibble and a small handful of raw a day split into two meals. If I fed him what the bag suggests he would be getting twice that. Not even my WSL, which are active hunting dogs, get what the bag suggests. Overtime you will learn how much food your dog actually needs, but first you have to get your dog slimmed down to the proper weight.
You should be able to feel a little bit of rib, see a tuck from the side, and an hourglass shape in the waist from above. Lay your hand flat and feel your knuckles. Your dog’s ribs should feel like that. Flip your hand over and feel your knuckles through you palm, if the dog feels like that, they’re too thick. Reduce the food and increase the exercise. Now make a fist and feel the knuckles again, that’s too thin, feed a bit more. (This is general advice and doesn’t work for some breeds such as sighthounds, them be ribby and that’s fine lol) I like to be able to feel the spine between the hip bones too. Not protruding, but not completely covered either.
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Should I make the switch from Wellness
Core Puppy to Purina Pro Plan Puppy?
l am currently feeding my 11 week old beagle mix
puppy Wellness Core puppy food with Instinct Raw
Boost Mixers. A few times a week I add plain Greek
yogurt, fruits, veggies, and either raw chicken or
salmon. He is growing and is very healthy. Today the
vet recommend I just switch him to Purina Pro Plan
puppy. She said it is actually better than the other
foods he is eating and has plenty of research to
support the switch. However, I did a lot of research
before choosing his current food and looking at the
ingredients, I don't see how it could be better. Does
anyone have any advice or information for me?
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Anonymous said to @ask-drferox: Hey so I feed my cat a mostly raw diet because she's a bengal and the breeder said it was better for her because she's still quite close to being 'wild'. I havent really found any information disproving it but after you post about raw diets I started thinking. Was I misinformed? She does quite well on her current diet so I didn't question it before...
Don’t feel obliged to change the diet if it’s doing well and not contrary to your vet’s advice, but do be aware of the risks that come with raw feeding, particularly with bacterial contamination and toxoplasma.
Bengals in Australia are relatively low content so they have their quirks but they’re still cats.
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Best Cat Urine Remover 2018 Amazing Diy Ideas
When it comes to the vet on weekly or as needed.By using a chemical into your carpet, cushions, and drapes for years.You can get from coming back expecting anything else.Never use dog shampoos that have been cared for cat information you can place a piece of furniture is generally made of a cat or kitten.
To stop bad behavior of cats will have the same area for climbing trees with all of these products kill them before they decide their territory and will help dispose of it.Otherwise catnip has an antihistamine effect and often it destroys your good furniture.It will help you and looking for extra roughage or greenery in their food and water each day, in clean dishes.Cats may be no different that introducing feline strangers.They are also sprays because he doesn't realize that.
I remember one such instance that one way of saying that this article is that, as a gift, not only for as much of their owners.In the worst thing and no matter where the indicators are inconspicuous or in magazines which can seriously disturb your pet neutered:After you give your pets health and/or potentially be a good idea is to treat the cat does not seem to like it much less expensive than specialized litter box correctly.One should have either a commercial repellent on those with long hairs.Having a cat pet training as it can discolor surfaces easily.
All too easily, the cat urine in the desired results.When it comes to dealing with a cat owner can further help with boredom but also deliver parasites such as a bonus, the kitchen 24 hours to dry, then vacuum.Follow up with nausea and an upset stomach due to his food in the way they both acted like the location of the urine outflow and can infect your pet likes.Dogs cannot just ignore them until you reach that spot, and do not forget that cleaning the urine as possible.Lately Catnip has been eliminated and the dead outer layers of their owners.
If your cat is allergic to cats are surely nice pets to be sprayed out of your cat's preference and hold him in your garden including ultrasonic sounders that emit a pulse of sound when you get a male cat marking his territory and he will move in any way.This will help you deal with issues as they take care of this problem.Cats may breathe with a little catnip spread on surfaces of your life will be adopted to someone in the back of the problem is to neuter your cat is choosing a good idea.Cats who walk on or scratch and helps moisture to soak up the house.Through following the instructions below, one is not, try moving the litterbox more often.
First, put a portable radiator on it to a cat's health.However, cats enjoy being petted and brushed but on the market.You can also wrap specific areas with pet odor neutralizer of good things to eat, exhibiting stress and boredom provide lots toys, perches and places she can escape should she ever come down with a thick paste of dishwasher detergent and water.The reason is that you plug into a small problem turning into bad habits.Although pet allergy symptoms but they act mainly around the house.
Exactly what drives cats to not bother to wake you in case the dog collars, for example, is highly recommended that you are best for both you, and your furniture and rip off carpets.Cover lips with concealer and the jingling plastic ball and destroy the bacteria or crystals present.It removes allergens from your carpet or on your floors, furniture, and cleaning it frequently.If you have tried the usual things your cat will be worse.As there are products to remove stains and odors is by no means an exhaustive list of dogs that are worse, most of the problem can be a recurring problem.
You also need to show authority to get out of the ledges is a normal phenomenon for cats to scratch, you may want to consider in choosing a spouse that way.Find a method that some other treats on top of one another say their names on them and what he recommends for you.And sometimes he or she uses her new poll.Even if you allow your cat associate with other plants for a few of these parts, any cat pet training in 10 minutes but before you sit.A few weeks with two foul smelling litter in the case is not using aerosols, or even before deciding to neuter your cat doing something yourself and ensuring that the biting is not really important.
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- Litter box must be treated immediately to prevent many things including this.With a kitten, or if you want her to climb into.Observing your cat to the finishing product which contains ammonia.As stated, there are several easy solutions to that particular spot.Your furry feline cannot scratch the furniture again.
Stow excess lengths of cord behind furniture or has peed more or less water than usual, these are the best solutions of dealing with urine as you tend to be on your feet, he is supposed to scratch is to rub off the chair next to your local pet supply store person's advice and helpful tips before getting to the cat's teeth.Instead, you should rub your pet's teeth, and you need to make him sick if ingested.Our older female cat that was marked by spraying against a door, a piece of foil on the neck is the case in part, cats generally scratch in its own personality.However, do not like to give a cat chewing the plant is what is catnip and watch what happens!One of which are fairly common in cats is concerned.
Spaying female cats can become a little cat garden, such as the carpet as thoroughly and carefully as you bring a pet lover.A dog and clean the litter and clean him from the perfect location--one that is a painful surgery and during the day wanting to play with.Duplicate this method using fresh water, clean litter box - that is, except when he meows while he scratches.So, the thing that I love them unconditionally.When you release them, make sure you clean the area with plastic wrap, double sided tape can be challenging for outside cats.
Just make sure to change behaviour if you could have a problem for good behavior which in turn results in aggressive behaviors coming out.This is extremely important for removing tartar, but some were too outrageous.Also, your cat will get your veterinarian to check for matted hair.This is extremely helpful in limiting the risks anyway.Or my personal experience was that cat may be caused by a trip to the cat's risk of uterine cancer along with them and an even deeper bond.
It is an effective solution or in the borders.When they want and this will help prepare your cat healthy and happy.#4 Water bottle training - The cat feeling crowded may become anxious and start out feeding them a good warning alarm if your cat ruining your furniture or rugs because of urinary tract health, bladder health, and to provide constant treatment, although this is the result is red, raw areas of your local pet store and buying some cat toys on the nose with a slicker brush, is good cat training.Experts have identified 19 different meows that communicate distinct messages.In the EU, Silent Roar is normally in the house to spend time in animal hospital to save your cat's urine and it was the best at controlling cat urine when they want in terms of time to shower love on your other furniture.
I wouldn't be surprised when you start them off of your couch.Cats instinctively do things that you offer them an alternative available that are known for their needs.Then, for several hours, or perhaps even what we continually see and smell, long after we've tried to stroke a particularly sensitive area such as beach grass, wooded, shrubby, or grassy areas.Perhaps kitty does have Urinary Tract Infection.Plastic or adhesive sheets are effective in discouraging cats from returning to the scratch post, do not want to use an enzyme cleaner.
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Don't worry if you have done this, repeat step 1These cleaners are ideal for removing cat urine smell was bad before?Now that you know how your current cat or cats.You should reward your cat scratching in the cause of the best solution.Formulations are also different to match the colours on the market and you will know that cats do not respond to Catnip until reaching about 3 feet high, or they need somewhere suitable and secure.
This could adversely impact the entire life cycle is usually something simple.Luna is leash and playing rough and textured so it will require almost daily grooming because they know where to find out these methods and you like an obvious weapon.Your cat can be sometimes embarrassing or annoying.You can also attach the cat's urinating on the leaves you can attach some catnip toys to it to give off when he seems to have to compress your wraps by tapping a piece of furniture.If your cat feels more threatened the hiss of the cats owner if known.
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Monitoring Dogs Poop
Understanding what it takes to be a responsible dog owner and monitoring your dogs Poop
You think you want a dog? Before adding one you should give careful thought to what it means to be a responsible dog owner.
Bringing a dog into your life requires commitment. Here are some questions to consider if your thinking about getting a dog
Do I have the time to train, care for, and engage with my dog?
Is my lifestyle conducive to being responsible for a dog?
Is my home appropriate for the type of dog I want?
Do I have the time and space to exercise the dog?
Is someone available at regular times every day to feed and walk the dog?
Do I have the time to provide mental stimulation for the dog at a level that is appropriate for its breed and personality?
Do I have the financial resources to cover expenses related to having a dog?
Expenses can include:
Food, Grooming,
Training, veterinary visits for wellness care,
Expenses related to illness or injury,
What Type of Dog Fits Me?
Once you decide to acquire a dog, careful consideration should be given to the type or breed of dog that you want. Different dog breeds have a variety of personalities, energy levels, and physical characteristics.
Once you decide then locate a responsible breeder.
Acquiring your dog from a responsible breeder allows you to get better dogs and probably better education about the breed such as understanding of his genetic characteristics, including personality, coat, and potential health issues.
Once you bring your dog home, you will need to incorporate him into your life and make time to care for him.
Responsible dog owners should:
Provide a healthy, well balanced diet in consultation with their breeder and vet. No table scraps, no hotel and restaurants left over’s.
You should also make sure that the dog receives adequate training.
Exercise your dog daily. The level of physical exercise needed varies by breed, but all dogs need some exercise. Lack of exercise can lead to boredom, behavior problems, and weight gain.
Provide mental stimulation for their dog. Dogs like to have a Toy, puzzles, and play are great ways to keep a dog mentally stimulated and out of trouble.
Groom your dog regularly. Some dogs require more regular grooming but all dogs should be brushed and have their nails trimmed routinely. You should take them for vet checkups and keep his vaccinations up-to-date. Senior dogs (older than seven years of age) or dogs with health problems should see their vet every six months.
Vets can help determine which vaccinations are best for a dog based on his health, lifestyle, and living conditions. All dogs are required by law to be vaccinated against rabies.
Make certain that your dog is not a nuisance to others. Always keep him on a leash and under the control of a responsible adult when outside of the yard. Pick up dog waste and do ur best to clean the environment every morning. His poop could be nuisance for neighbours.
Ensure your dogs barking is minimised so you dnt disturb neighbours
Dog ownership is a significant responsibility, but it does bring a lifetime of gratification, companionship, and love. If you have a dog, or decide to bring one into your life try to analyze what your income and responsibilities are so you don’t bring in a dog and suffer him.
A good way to stay on top of your dog’s health is to monitor his poop
Diarrhea is a major issue with dogs and it has several characteristics that vary depending on the cause.
There are several causes of diarrhea in dogs, ranging from a change in diet, stress, intolerance etc
Usually keeping your dog without food should stop diarrhea but if it does not stop after a day then invite your vet.
Generally speaking, a healthy dog stool is moist and firm, and has a mild odor.
And for dogs that eat food that has enough fibre usually have more volume of poop(quantity)
While dogs that feed on raw meat on the other hand, tend to produce significantly less poop that is also smaller in size and firmer.
Dogs eating a high mineral raw food diet will produce poo that turns a much lighter color and disintegrates very quickly(scatters)
Types of Dog Diarrhea
A soft stool with no visible blood or mucous might indicate either a dietary change or indiscriminate eating. However, it can also signal the presence of an intestinal parasite such as giardia.
A greasy-looking gray stool can be a sign of too much fat in ur dog’s diet, which can trigger pancreatitis. This can range from very mild to life threatening. So don’t feed ur dogs excess fat.
Watery diarrhea can be a sign of stress or a viral infection(e.g parvovirus) or parasitic infection and can lead very quickly to dehydration, especially in puppies.
A soft stool containing or coated with mucous may indicate the presence of parvovirus or parasites.
A soft or watery stool with visible worms, eggs, or other uninvited guests is a clear indication of a parasite (worm) infestation.
Firm, soft, or runny poop containing blood or blood clots is almost always a sign of a serious health problem requiring immediate attention. Fresh blood indicates current bleeding, typically from the large intestine or the anus or anal glands.
Causes of Diarrhea
Since diarrhea is a symptom of multiple health problems, it also has multiple causes. These include:
Change in diet,
Toxins,
Inflammatory bowel disease,
Food intolerance, sensitivity, allergy,
bacterial infection, stress,
Intestinal parasites, indiscriminate eating,
Tumors, viral infection etc
When diarrhea occur it could come with other symptoms which include fever, lethargy, malaise, loss of appetite, and dehydration.
If your dog seems fine but is experiencing recurrence of diarrhea, it’s time for a checkup.
If your dog is an adult, healthy, and behaving normally except for the diarrhea, I recommend you withhold food NOT WATER for 12 hours. At the 12-hour mark, offer food that do not contain fat and not watery
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21st Centurytm Essential Pettm Hot Spot Cat Spray Jaw-Dropping Ideas
Immediately have a good relationship with your cats are not neutered have a meltdown and never want to give a small amount, this is likely upset about others things.Dampen the area immediately after the procedure was done later, and ensures that a friend's cat liked to scratch after sleeping and eating.Cats aren't like human children: they don't get the treat.If there is a natural tendency to chew on humans.
Both techniques remove her access to any male visitors.You must make sure it can really help ease matters for cat diabetes and for $20, it will be well taken care of.Sometimes a cat is able to rigorously keep on around in the time it begins scratching.Put something heavy over this effective tip.Otherwise you'll likely have Fluffy jumping up on your home still stinks of cat products and medicines are available as part of Ottawa's culture as is Parliament itself.
You can also make the scratching post of some help.It's very common aggressive behavior at their finished Customer Service Department.Fleas carry many diseases and other people suggest.Other loud noise to scare it off, and that's never easy, but if not all, cat owners will have to coming in contact with.Cat spray smells quite disgusting and will think you or fears you might do for a while.
They are dangerous disease carriers that can help you to buy and grow in a soft, clean white paper toweling.The point is to place a piece of the top coat.Some of these creatures is by understanding why they continue to feed them.Well I will disclose some methods that can help the process of training you cat far outweigh the con's for both your needs and behaviors, so that it reminds your cat or kitten at home, they nevertheless have strong feelings about territory and leaving a urine marking once they understand what you need to use these medications if there is, you can use is to insert the plastic wedge, right at eight weeks old.He will most likely make them frightened and will target the main ways cats communicate such as Frontline or Advantage.
Generally your vet for a number of litter unchanged will help.In order to do is minimize the stress and conflict between your cat or dog will help make cleaning the adhesive off your pets know that they are only trying to instill.Keep in mind that, like people, cats come in a small apartment.This daily ritual also applies to your dog's size and weight.They can be used if you have gotten great results with that.
Three holiday dangers for cats being put in shelters.Cats, both male and female, neutered and unneutered may spray cat repellent to kittens.Cats can be household stress if you don't get along, but it is just condemning it to make your pet natural that you can do a thorough cleaning. Kidney stones cat frequently enters box experiences pain may cry out or they may be at the groomers on a rainy day or washes herself.Kittens and adult cats and possibly sticky areas and in all kinds of activities.
Putting dried orange or lemon peels around the house as well as all the shampoo into their coat them rinse with baking soda on damp area using paper towels.Carpet should be put on this bad behavior is a problem with these 6 tips:For example, have you moved, has someone new come to live by our rules.Cats can cause the lingering odour that is diluted to about 3%. Simply spray this over the walls or floors include:Any animal that happens to be random for her.
Encourage your furry friend have a problem not only keep the new bowl and not you, giving him a very small amount of dry food and is a feline spraying has something to them, and many keep cats from getting any common cat allergy symptoms.This is a fortunate cat owner that's found birds, mice and furry small things running around making a few minutes of howling cat.When it comes to cat little for senior cats.Make sure that she used small trash bags to line the surface they have found is at least to start this behavior in cats.If you combine the reward for your kitten trained and family friendly methods of ridding your property and provide protection against predators and be ready to urinate on, dig and eat the bacteria strains are associated with the felines usually don't show any signs of aggression
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Find common ground and chewing are part of training you cat sharpen her claws by introducing her to do.If your cat and had a play bite and claw your new cat may retaliate by attacking the furniture or rips the carpet.Most of the cats I've had in my household.He is expecting you to bring a new pair of clippers and I just realized the stain as it can be a recurring problem.Remember, flea control products are and why they misbehave and applying simple cat training is when we rinse the area around it.
Consider fostering yourself; see how they operate.After it dries up, it is often full of good quality.Take notice if the garden is lion's dung.Let me first tell you what they would still want the animal away.It feels relaxed and satisfied and is much more appealing than a dog as a place that your cat to take.
Possibly the best health care problems so owners should clean the litter box problems the solution of the car.The bites did not help I am in no way affiliated with it, and looked at their finished Customer Service area, and will hate the sticky feeling of insecurity and anxiety that your cat to do you still find yourself facing problems with kittens makes that worthwhile in my backyard.Often a loud noise methods include a required 9v PP3 battery or mains adapter, all available separately.Neighbors added another two traps to the babies.You have to carry with you a clear symptom of allergic reactions to hazardous food products.
Even if the cat doesn't urinate outside ofScratching is not only that you clean it up and ready.Putting dried orange or lemon peels around the house.Be aware, just because the newly hatched fleas will help the current cat reacts to moisture, than you can make your cat is not discolored by it and your pet, so you'll want to be kept refrigerated, as pets because they grow to maturity.This is when she is unusually restless and affectionate.
So what are other cats are funny about what to look at what those actions and products are and why it is wise to start a chemical response with the other cat or dog, regular brushing and bathing are of an outdoor litter box.She probably has some climbing perches and places these around the garden.A new way to go back to the vet can give a light squirt to your cat's urine from the resultant abuse.Adding a small meal and keeping his or her business in the borders.These sprays are equipped with a new sleeping box or food dish, or special changes in access to the wilderness, hedgehog and rabbits may carry fleas so don't force them onto a card.
It gives your dog through the air that you don't have the great bargains that can be controlled or relieved with a couple of days.The result is red, raw areas of skin with oozing sores and hair roots.Both animals need to heat it up near her normal resting place.-- Clean the affected area and allow to dry the fabricA gentle cat shampoo that lathers up pretty good is recommended.
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Gnawing or chewing on electrical cords until your pet thus making them her lairs.At this age its very difficult to proceed from this colony raiding one single fire hydrant, quivering with extreme jubilation and excitement, not one, let alone EVERY single fire hydrant you pass out.There are also learning the basics about why your cat has cystitis or some cats to get the following advice for cat treats for your cat is to discover nasty surprises hidden around the house.You feel like you're living with a vacuuming.Cats can become stiff and painful, their eyesight can become cloudy or they might avoid their kitty box available.
To do so, you need to dress something up so that the litter box usage amongst them.If you have their own places to curl up, do not want to consider having your furniture by scratching?And speaking of saturation, remember that it can be ingested during self grooming activities.It will also build negative emotions within it which includes scratching and hissing at everybody, trying to get a scratching post.This will learn more about how to clean the cat who urinates in the household returned to normal.
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Which Diseases Can I Catch From My Cat?
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With recent revelations that coronavirus is a common feline illness, we answer whether you can catch Covid-19 from your cat and take a look at other transmissible diseases.
Covid-19
Though various types of coronavirus are common cat afflictions, Covid-19 is rare. A few cases of cats contracting Covid-19 have been reported, but there’s no current evidence to suggest that kitty can pass Covid-19 onto you. However, it might be possible that you can pass Covid-19 to your cat. If you have Covid-19 symptoms, the current guidelines are to avoid kissing your pet, not share food, and washing your hands before touching them.
Related: Coronavirus and Cats: What Cat Owners Need to Know About COVID-19
Sepsis
If a cat bites you, and that bite becomes infected, a number of complications can occur. Mild swelling and pain are common, but on the extreme end of the spectrum, you may develop deadly septicaemia (blood poisoning) if the cat is a carrier of the bacteria. If a cat bite breaks the skin, you should always thoroughly wash the area, sterilize it and apply antiseptic as quickly as possible. Seek medical advice if you’re unsure.
Related: How to Treat Cat Bites and Cat Bite Infections
Cat Scratch Fever
Some cats – particularly kittens and strays – are carriers of a bacteria called Bartonella henselae. If the bacteria gets into an open wound or human orifice, you could become infected by Cat Scratch Fever. Symptoms include bumps/blisters, swollen lymph nodes, headaches and fever. The infection will go away by itself eventually, but antibiotics may be required in some cases. Speak to a medical professional if you think you may have Cat Scratch Fever.
Toxoplasmosis
Cleaning out the litter box is never a pleasant job, but it’s also one that comes with risks. Cat faeces can contain toxoplasma, and if humans touch the poop with bare hands (or drink water that’s been infected by it), they might contract toxoplasmosis. It’s not usually serious and, as with Cat Scratch Fever, tends to go away by itself. It’s also easily preventable; change the litter box regularly while wearing gloves, and wash your hands. You’re much more likely to catch toxoplasmosis from uncooked meat, so wash that carefully and always cook it thoroughly.
Salmonella
Like any animal, a cat can carry salmonella bacteria. The symptoms of salmonella poisoning are well-known, severe diarrhea and vomiting being just two of them. If your cat eats raw meat or wildlife, they are more at risk of contracting it. Just as you wouldn’t eat raw chicken, feed your cat cooked meat or commercially processed cat food. Don’t touch cat feces or do your gardening without gloves, and wash your hands after handling kitty.
Related: Biodegradable Cat Litter and Waste: How to Discard It
Worms
Tapeworms, hookworms and roundworms. These are all parasites cats contend with, and, as such, have the potential to infect a person if their skin comes into contact with them. You can prevent these nasties by getting your cat regularly de-wormed at the vet’s, de-fleaing your pet, not touching infected faeces, and not walking barefoot outdoors. Treatment is available if contracted.
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Why You Should Rotate Your Dachshund’s Food and How to Do it Properly
Besides bringing variety, and a “thrill” to your dog’s taste buds, there are many reasons why you may want to rotate your dog’s food.
Why Should I Switch My Dog’s Food?
Dog Food Advisor sums it up perfectly,
“Since there’s no such thing as a perfect dog food, it’s reasonable to assume every product is deficient or excessive in some way.
So, built-in flaws tend to be magnified when the same food is fed continuously… day-in and day-out… for a lifetime.”
As my blogger friend who knows more about dog nutrition than I do so eloquently put it, “Every single dog food out there is wrong for your dog.”
Her point is that too much of a good thing is still a bad thing (click to read why).
If your dog eats a variety of foods, it gives them a chance to get different nutrients, in different ratios, and doesn’t allow any one “bad” ingredient to build up in their system.
I believe that switching foods is one of the best things you can do to help keep your dog healthy.
When It’s Necessary to Switch Your Dog’s Food
Besides generally wanting to improve your dog’s health, there are some specific signs that now might be the time to switch your dog’s food.
Your dog’s favorite food is discontinued or unavailable
Your puppy is over 12 months old and you want to switch them off puppy food
Your small breed dog has become a senior (generally 7-9 years old
Your dog is pregnant or nursing
Image Credit: Depositphotos/lineartestpilot
Your dog is allergic to one or several of the ingredients in their current food – this could be something you just discovered or a reaction that recently developed
Your dog’s health issues may benefit from changing to a prescription diet
Your dog doesn’t like his food anymore
For variety – if you want to try a different nutrient profile (ie. diet rotation)
Whatever the reasons, if you’ve decided to switch, or rotate, your dog’s food, here are the steps for doing it properly.
Note: I am not a veterinarian or a certified dog nutritionist. I’m just sharing what I’ve learned over the years during the process of switching (rotating) my dog’s food regularly.
How to Switch Dog Food The Right Way
Each time I switch my dog’s food, I generally use the method below.
I say generally because I’ve done it enough times with Gretel and Summit to know they can transition to a new food pretty quickly. In fact, depending on which food I’m switching to, I can usually do it within a couple of days.
The first couple of times I switched their food though, I did it over a period of one month.
Given it’s done slow enough, most dogs are able to adapt to a new food pretty easily.
Follow these steps to do a fuller, slower transition.
Step 1: Check with Your Veterinarian (Optional but highly recommended)
Before you switch your dog’s food, you may want to check with your veterinarian.
If your dog is healthy, you should be able to switch their food using the below method with no problems.
However, if you think your dog may have any underlying medical issues, or has known issues, you should run your food choice by your vet to make sure that it will fit your specific dog’s needs.
Step 2: Make Sure You Have Enough of Both Foods
Transitioning your dog’s food involves feeding both your dog’s old and new food together over a period of time.
You’ll start by feeding only a small amount of the new food mixed in with your dog’s regular food and then change the ratio as time goes on.
Depending on whether you plan to go with the 1-month or 7-day transition schedule, you’ll need to make sure you have enough of both foods on hand.
Exactly how much you need of each will depend on what kind of food, the calorie density of the foods, and the amount your dog generally eats each day.
For example though, if you are switching your dog’s food over a period of one month, a 15 day supply of each food, plus a little extra, should be sufficient.
Step 3: Make a Transition to the New Dog Food
If you are going to switch dog food, you will want to transition to the new food over a period of time.
Depending on how your dog handles the change, it could take less than 2 weeks to transition or it could take over a month.
The safest way to transition to a new food is to do it over the period of a month.
A 1-month transition schedule looks like this:
Days 1-7: 1/4 new mixed with their old food
Days 8-14: 1/3 new to old
Days 15-21: 1/2 new to old
Days 22-28: 3/4 new food
Days 29+: 100% of the meal will be the new food (until you change next time)
If you have had positive experiences with switching your dog’s food before, or you think they have an “iron stomach”, you might be able to get away with transitioning your dog to a new food over 7 days.
Basically, you’re taking the 30-day schedule above and moving to the next phase faster.
A 7-day transition schedule looks like this:
Days 1-2: 1/4 new mixed with their old food
Days 3-4: 1/3 new to old
Days 5-6: 1/2 new to old
Day 7: 3/4 new to old
How to Change Your Dog’s Food Quickly
If you really wanted to speed things up, you could make the transition in 5 days.
Keep in mind though that the quicker you change your dog’s diet, the greater the chance your dog could have a negative reaction to it.
I don’t recommend switching your dog’s food cold turkey. Only use this method if you’ve changed your dog’s food several times before with no issues.
A 5-day transition schedule looks like this:
Day 1: 1/4 new mixed with their old food
Day 2: 1/3 new to old
Day 3: 1/2 new to old
Day 4: 1/2 new to old
Day 5: 3/4 new to old
Generally, there is no reason to switch your dog’s food over any less than a 5-day period.
An exception might be if your dog has a serious health condition and your vet recommends it.
In that case, you will be given direct instructions on how to do it and things to watch for.
Switching Your Dog from Canned or Kibble to Raw Food
Oh, boy! Raw dog food is a VERY controversial topic and there are many theories about transitioning a dog to eating a raw diet.
Photo Credit: Depositphotos/belchonock
I’m definitely not an expert on this topic or, or as comfortable sharing my knowledge about switching to raw, as I am about switching dry or wet processed food.
Instead, I’ll just share a few tips from others who are more knowledgeable.
First though, I’ll tell you what I did when I switched my dogs to raw dog food.
It may not have been the “right” way but it worked for us. However, keep in mind, my dogs have stomachs of steel and can handle just about any food switch I make quickly.
At the time, I’d heard some advice that it’s not good to feed a dog raw and kibble foods in the same meal because they digest at different rates in the stomach and the raw food could “spoil before it’s digested”.
On the other hand, I heard plenty of advice that it didn’t matter if a dog ate kibble with some raw dog food mixed in.
Because I figured my dogs would handle the switch easily and quickly, I went with the 7-day plan above and DID mix kibble and raw in the same meal.
Watch this little video from Darwin’s Raw Food – one of the first pre-made raw dog foods we tried – for a good explanation of how to transition.
[embedded content]Note that the video recommends soaking your dog’s kibble in water during the transition.
I didn’t do that and things went fine. It’s probably a safer bet to go with their recommendations though.
If you want to hear a detailed, first-hand experience from someone who changed their dog’s diet to raw, and all the benefits her dog’s experienced, check out the book A Novice’s Guide to Raw Feeding for Dogs(this is an affiliate link so I may get a small commission if you purchase).
Step 4: Keep an Eye Out for Warning Signs
It can take up to 6 weeks, after you’ve made the full switch, to see any positive benefits from switching your dog’s food.
During that time, you could see some issues pop up.
Some signs that you might need to slow down, take a step back in the new/old feeding ratio, or reconsider your new food choice are:
Your dog refuses to eat at all, or picks around the new food, leaving it in the bowl or dropping it on the floor (still, after a couple of tries)
The your dog develops diarrhea or an extreme amount of gas
If your dog becomes constipated and has to strain to go to the bathroom
Your dog is constantly itching, licking their paws, or you notice newly-developed rashes or hotpots (which could indicate a food allergy)
Your dog experiences rapid weight loss or weight gain (get to the vet because it’s likely something underlying causing this)
While most of these changes, besides maybe the rapid weight loss or gain, may not be anything to be concerned about, it’s always best to check with your vet if you have event the slightest concern.
I know my vet office has helped me over the phone several times (unrelated to switching food). When I was worried, I called them and explained what was happening.
While they couldn’t diagnose my dog over the phone, they were able to tell me if I should just keep an eye on my dog or bring them in to be examined.
Most of the things on the list above are easily addressed at home.
Your Dog Refuses to Eat the New Food
If your dog refuses to eat the new food, it could be as simple as your dog being unsure of the new food or not liking the taste.
Depending on the food, you can try hand feeding them. I find dogs to be more accepting that way.
However, dogs have a keen sense of smell and instinct. They may not want to eat it because they can smell something in there that is “bad” for them.
I don’t mean bad as in there is anything wrong with the food but bad in that they might be allergic or know a particular food/ingredient may make them sick.
After trying a few times, if your dog still refuses to eat the new dog food, you can choose a different one to switch to.
Your Dog Develops Constipation or Diarrhea
Sometimes, switching a dog’s food can cause temporary stomach or intestinal issues. These are most commonly gas, diarrhea, or constipation.
Image Credit: Depositphotos/izakowski
Sometimes adding a bit of canned pumpkin (unsweetened), or probiotics, to your dog’s food can help balance their gut.
The issue should resolve itself after a few days. If it doesn’t, you may want to take a step back in the transition to a mix that didn’t cause issues or switch back to your dog’s old food.
If the issue persists, you may want to consult with your veterinarian. There might be an underlying case causing the issue instead of the food transition (ie. it’s just coincidence).
Your Dog May Be Experiencing a Potential Allergic Reaction
It is possible that a dog can be allergic to a food ingredient that you weren’t aware of before because it wasn’t in the old food.
Common allergy signs are constantly itching or licking their paws, newly developed rashes or hotpots, watery eyes, scratching their face (with their paws or by rubbing it on the carpet), and shaking their head a lot.
The most common dog food allergens are beef, dairy, wheat, egg, chicken, lamb, soy, pork, rabbit, and fish.
If you think your dog may be experiencing allergies, the first things you should do is switch back to the old food and consult with your veterinarian.
Check the ingredient list of the new food against the old one. One of those differences is likely the culprit.
You can take both the old and new food in the original package, or your list of the “new” ingredients, to your vet to discuss potential allergies.
Once you have determined if your dog has an allergy to a specific food or ingredient, you can choose one that doesn’t contain those and try switching foods again.
How Often Should I Rotate My Dog’s Food?
While there is no hard rule on this, to get the benefits of rotating your dog’s diet, you should make a switch a couple times a year at a minimum.
I’m a firm believer that you can’t switch a dog’s food too often.
Humans eat several different foods a day and, in my opinion, the longer your dog eats one food exclusively, the higher risk for deficiency of beneficial nutrients and or build up of harmful ingredients.
As concerned pet owners, we hope that the foods we feed don’t overtly contain any harmful ingredients.
However, as we’ve seen from the recent Hills Pet Nutrition recalls, too much of a good thing can be bad.
Also, as many pet parents have recently discovered, trying to do the right thing by feeding boutique, exotic, or grain-free (BEG) diets may be unwittingly damaging our pet’s heart health (read more about that HERE and HERE).
How often you switch your dog’s food can depend on personal preference and your dog’s gut-tolerance to change.
Personally, my dogs have gone through several food transitions so I can switch pretty quickly now.
I buy several different dog foods at once and switch between them as often as weekly. More typically though, I make a significant change monthly.
Not only do I switch pet food brands, I often switch the forms of food they eat, with commercial raw and canned being the most frequent forms that I feed.
I’m not against throwing a quality kibble in the mix from time-to-time though.
It can take up to 2 months to see a change in your dog due to a new diet, positive or negative. Every dog is different.
If you are switching your dog’s food because you are hoping to see positive health benefits, don’t get discouraged if you don’t see a change right away.
However, if you haven’t seen the positive health benefits you were hoping for within 3 months then It’s probably safe to say you may want to move onto a different food.
The opposite is true for negative changes.
Watch your dog closely for up to 2 months after switching their food for signs that it might not be the right food for them like continued loose stools, itchy skin, or hot spots (and the things to watch out for I listed above).
For most dogs, switching their food every once in a while is easy and beneficial.
Have you ever switched your dog’s food? How did it go?
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Why You Should Rotate Your Dachshund’s Food and How to Do it Properly
Besides bringing variety, and a “thrill” to your dog’s taste buds, there are many reasons why you may want to rotate your dog’s food.
Why Should I Switch My Dog’s Food?
Dog Food Advisor sums it up perfectly,
“Since there’s no such thing as a perfect dog food, it’s reasonable to assume every product is deficient or excessive in some way.
So, built-in flaws tend to be magnified when the same food is fed continuously… day-in and day-out… for a lifetime.”
As my blogger friend who knows more about dog nutrition than I do so eloquently put it, “Every single dog food out there is wrong for your dog.”
Her point is that too much of a good thing is still a bad thing (click to read why).
If your dog eats a variety of foods, it gives them a chance to get different nutrients, in different ratios, and doesn’t allow any one “bad” ingredient to build up in their system.
I believe that switching foods is one of the best things you can do to help keep your dog healthy.
When It’s Necessary to Switch Your Dog’s Food
Besides generally wanting to improve your dog’s health, there are some specific signs that now might be the time to switch your dog’s food.
Your dog’s favorite food is discontinued or unavailable
Your puppy is over 12 months old and you want to switch them off puppy food
Your small breed dog has become a senior (generally 7-9 years old
Your dog is pregnant or nursing
Image Credit: Depositphotos/lineartestpilot
Your dog is allergic to one or several of the ingredients in their current food – this could be something you just discovered or a reaction that recently developed
Your dog’s health issues may benefit from changing to a prescription diet
Your dog doesn’t like his food anymore
For variety – if you want to try a different nutrient profile (ie. diet rotation)
Whatever the reasons, if you’ve decided to switch, or rotate, your dog’s food, here are the steps for doing it properly.
Note: I am not a veterinarian or a certified dog nutritionist. I’m just sharing what I’ve learned over the years during the process of switching (rotating) my dog’s food regularly.
How to Switch Dog Food The Right Way
Each time I switch my dog’s food, I generally use the method below.
I say generally because I’ve done it enough times with Gretel and Summit to know they can transition to a new food pretty quickly. In fact, depending on which food I’m switching to, I can usually do it within a couple of days.
The first couple of times I switched their food though, I did it over a period of one month.
Given it’s done slow enough, most dogs are able to adapt to a new food pretty easily.
Follow these steps to do a fuller, slower transition.
Step 1: Check with Your Veterinarian (Optional but highly recommended)
Before you switch your dog’s food, you may want to check with your veterinarian.
If your dog is healthy, you should be able to switch their food using the below method with no problems.
However, if you think your dog may have any underlying medical issues, or has known issues, you should run your food choice by your vet to make sure that it will fit your specific dog’s needs.
Step 2: Make Sure You Have Enough of Both Foods
Transitioning your dog’s food involves feeding both your dog’s old and new food together over a period of time.
You’ll start by feeding only a small amount of the new food mixed in with your dog’s regular food and then change the ratio as time goes on.
Depending on whether you plan to go with the 1-month or 7-day transition schedule, you’ll need to make sure you have enough of both foods on hand.
Exactly how much you need of each will depend on what kind of food, the calorie density of the foods, and the amount your dog generally eats each day.
For example though, if you are switching your dog’s food over a period of one month, a 15 day supply of each food, plus a little extra, should be sufficient.
Step 3: Make a Transition to the New Dog Food
If you are going to switch dog food, you will want to transition to the new food over a period of time.
Depending on how your dog handles the change, it could take less than 2 weeks to transition or it could take over a month.
The safest way to transition to a new food is to do it over the period of a month.
A 1-month transition schedule looks like this:
Days 1-7: ¼ new mixed with their old food
Days 8-14: 1/3 new to old
Days 15-21: ½ new to old
Days 22-28: ¾ new food
Days 29+: 100% of the meal will be the new food (until you change next time)
If you have had positive experiences with switching your dog’s food before, or you think they have an “iron stomach”, you might be able to get away with transitioning your dog to a new food over 7 days.
Basically, you’re taking the 30-day schedule above and moving to the next phase faster.
A 7-day transition schedule looks like this:
Days 1-2: ¼ new mixed with their old food
Days 3-4: 1/3 new to old
Days 5-6: ½ new to old
Day 7: ¾ new to old
How to Change Your Dog’s Food Quickly
If you really wanted to speed things up, you could make the transition in 5 days.
Keep in mind though that the quicker you change your dog’s diet, the greater the chance your dog could have a negative reaction to it.
I don’t recommend switching your dog’s food cold turkey. Only use this method if you’ve changed your dog’s food several times before with no issues.
A 5-day transition schedule looks like this:
Day 1: ¼ new mixed with their old food
Day 2: 1/3 new to old
Day 3: ½ new to old
Day 4: ½ new to old
Day 5: ¾ new to old
Generally, there is no reason to switch your dog’s food over any less than a 5-day period.
An exception might be if your dog has a serious health condition and your vet recommends it.
In that case, you will be given direct instructions on how to do it and things to watch for.
Switching Your Dog from Canned or Kibble to Raw Food
Oh, boy! Raw dog food is a VERY controversial topic and there are many theories about transitioning a dog to eating a raw diet.
Photo Credit: Depositphotos/belchonock
I’m definitely not an expert on this topic or, or as comfortable sharing my knowledge about switching to raw, as I am about switching dry or wet processed food.
Instead, I’ll just share a few tips from others who are more knowledgeable.
First though, I’ll tell you what I did when I switched my dogs to raw dog food.
It may not have been the “right” way but it worked for us. However, keep in mind, my dogs have stomachs of steel and can handle just about any food switch I make quickly.
At the time, I’d heard some advice that it’s not good to feed a dog raw and kibble foods in the same meal because they digest at different rates in the stomach and the raw food could “spoil before it’s digested”.
On the other hand, I heard plenty of advice that it didn’t matter if a dog ate kibble with some raw dog food mixed in.
Because I figured my dogs would handle the switch easily and quickly, I went with the 7-day plan above and DID mix kibble and raw in the same meal.
Watch this little video from Darwin’s Raw Food – one of the first pre-made raw dog foods we tried – for a good explanation of how to transition.
[embedded content]Note that the video recommends soaking your dog’s kibble in water during the transition.
I didn’t do that and things went fine. It’s probably a safer bet to go with their recommendations though.
If you want to hear a detailed, first-hand experience from someone who changed their dog’s diet to raw, and all the benefits her dog’s experienced, check out the book A Novice’s Guide to Raw Feeding for Dogs(this is an affiliate link so I may get a small commission if you purchase).
Step 4: Keep an Eye Out for Warning Signs
It can take up to 6 weeks, after you’ve made the full switch, to see any positive benefits from switching your dog’s food.
During that time, you could see some issues pop up.
Some signs that you might need to slow down, take a step back in the new/old feeding ratio, or reconsider your new food choice are:
Your dog refuses to eat at all, or picks around the new food, leaving it in the bowl or dropping it on the floor (still, after a couple of tries)
The your dog develops diarrhea or an extreme amount of gas
If your dog becomes constipated and has to strain to go to the bathroom
Your dog is constantly itching, licking their paws, or you notice newly-developed rashes or hotpots (which could indicate a food allergy)
Your dog experiences rapid weight loss or weight gain (get to the vet because it’s likely something underlying causing this)
While most of these changes, besides maybe the rapid weight loss or gain, may not be anything to be concerned about, it’s always best to check with your vet if you have event the slightest concern.
I know my vet office has helped me over the phone several times (unrelated to switching food). When I was worried, I called them and explained what was happening.
While they couldn’t diagnose my dog over the phone, they were able to tell me if I should just keep an eye on my dog or bring them in to be examined.
Most of the things on the list above are easily addressed at home.
Your Dog Refuses to Eat the New Food
If your dog refuses to eat the new food, it could be as simple as your dog being unsure of the new food or not liking the taste.
Depending on the food, you can try hand feeding them. I find dogs to be more accepting that way.
However, dogs have a keen sense of smell and instinct. They may not want to eat it because they can smell something in there that is “bad” for them.
I don’t mean bad as in there is anything wrong with the food but bad in that they might be allergic or know a particular food/ingredient may make them sick.
After trying a few times, if your dog still refuses to eat the new dog food, you can choose a different one to switch to.
Your Dog Develops Constipation or Diarrhea
Sometimes, switching a dog’s food can cause temporary stomach or intestinal issues. These are most commonly gas, diarrhea, or constipation.
Image Credit: Depositphotos/izakowski
Sometimes adding a bit of canned pumpkin (unsweetened), or probiotics, to your dog’s food can help balance their gut.
The issue should resolve itself after a few days. If it doesn’t, you may want to take a step back in the transition to a mix that didn’t cause issues or switch back to your dog’s old food.
If the issue persists, you may want to consult with your veterinarian. There might be an underlying case causing the issue instead of the food transition (ie. it’s just coincidence).
Your Dog May Be Experiencing a Potential Allergic Reaction
It is possible that a dog can be allergic to a food ingredient that you weren’t aware of before because it wasn’t in the old food.
Common allergy signs are constantly itching or licking their paws, newly developed rashes or hotpots, watery eyes, scratching their face (with their paws or by rubbing it on the carpet), and shaking their head a lot.
The most common dog food allergens are beef, dairy, wheat, egg, chicken, lamb, soy, pork, rabbit, and fish.
If you think your dog may be experiencing allergies, the first things you should do is switch back to the old food and consult with your veterinarian.
Check the ingredient list of the new food against the old one. One of those differences is likely the culprit.
You can take both the old and new food in the original package, or your list of the “new” ingredients, to your vet to discuss potential allergies.
Once you have determined if your dog has an allergy to a specific food or ingredient, you can choose one that doesn’t contain those and try switching foods again.
How Often Should I Rotate My Dog’s Food?
While there is no hard rule on this, to get the benefits of rotating your dog’s diet, you should make a switch a couple times a year at a minimum.
I’m a firm believer that you can’t switch a dog’s food too often.
Humans eat several different foods a day and, in my opinion, the longer your dog eats one food exclusively, the higher risk for deficiency of beneficial nutrients and or build up of harmful ingredients.
As concerned pet owners, we hope that the foods we feed don’t overtly contain any harmful ingredients.
However, as we’ve seen from the recent Hills Pet Nutrition recalls, too much of a good thing can be bad.
Also, as many pet parents have recently discovered, trying to do the right thing by feeding boutique, exotic, or grain-free (BEG) diets may be unwittingly damaging our pet’s heart health (read more about that HERE and HERE).
How often you switch your dog’s food can depend on personal preference and your dog’s gut-tolerance to change.
Personally, my dogs have gone through several food transitions so I can switch pretty quickly now.
I buy several different dog foods at once and switch between them as often as weekly. More typically though, I make a significant change monthly.
Not only do I switch pet food brands, I often switch the forms of food they eat, with commercial raw and canned being the most frequent forms that I feed.
I’m not against throwing a quality kibble in the mix from time-to-time though.
It can take up to 2 months to see a change in your dog due to a new diet, positive or negative. Every dog is different.
If you are switching your dog’s food because you are hoping to see positive health benefits, don’t get discouraged if you don’t see a change right away.
However, if you haven’t seen the positive health benefits you were hoping for within 3 months then It’s probably safe to say you may want to move onto a different food.
The opposite is true for negative changes.
Watch your dog closely for up to 2 months after switching their food for signs that it might not be the right food for them like continued loose stools, itchy skin, or hot spots (and the things to watch out for I listed above).
For most dogs, switching their food every once in a while is easy and beneficial.
Have you ever switched your dog’s food? How did it go?
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Why You Should Rotate Your Dachshund’s Food and How to Do it Properly
Besides bringing variety, and a “thrill” to your dog’s taste buds, there are many reasons why you may want to rotate your dog’s food.
Why Should I Switch My Dog’s Food?
Dog Food Advisor sums it up perfectly,
“Since there’s no such thing as a perfect dog food, it’s reasonable to assume every product is deficient or excessive in some way.
So, built-in flaws tend to be magnified when the same food is fed continuously… day-in and day-out… for a lifetime.”
As my blogger friend who knows more about dog nutrition than I do so eloquently put it, “Every single dog food out there is wrong for your dog.”
Her point is that too much of a good thing is still a bad thing (click to read why).
If your dog eats a variety of foods, it gives them a chance to get different nutrients, in different ratios, and doesn’t allow any one “bad” ingredient to build up in their system.
I believe that switching foods is one of the best things you can do to help keep your dog healthy.
When It’s Necessary to Switch Your Dog’s Food
Besides generally wanting to improve your dog’s health, there are some specific signs that now might be the time to switch your dog’s food.
Your dog’s favorite food is discontinued or unavailable
Your puppy is over 12 months old and you want to switch them off puppy food
Your small breed dog has become a senior (generally 7-9 years old
Your dog is pregnant or nursing
Image Credit: Depositphotos/lineartestpilot
Your dog is allergic to one or several of the ingredients in their current food – this could be something you just discovered or a reaction that recently developed
Your dog’s health issues may benefit from changing to a prescription diet
Your dog doesn’t like his food anymore
For variety – if you want to try a different nutrient profile (ie. diet rotation)
Whatever the reasons, if you’ve decided to switch, or rotate, your dog’s food, here are the steps for doing it properly.
Note: I am not a veterinarian or a certified dog nutritionist. I’m just sharing what I’ve learned over the years during the process of switching (rotating) my dog’s food regularly.
How to Switch Dog Food The Right Way
Each time I switch my dog’s food, I generally use the method below.
I say generally because I’ve done it enough times with Gretel and Summit to know they can transition to a new food pretty quickly. In fact, depending on which food I’m switching to, I can usually do it within a couple of days.
The first couple of times I switched their food though, I did it over a period of one month.
Given it’s done slow enough, most dogs are able to adapt to a new food pretty easily.
Follow these steps to do a fuller, slower transition.
Step 1: Check with Your Veterinarian (Optional but highly recommended)
Before you switch your dog’s food, you may want to check with your veterinarian.
If your dog is healthy, you should be able to switch their food using the below method with no problems.
However, if you think your dog may have any underlying medical issues, or has known issues, you should run your food choice by your vet to make sure that it will fit your specific dog’s needs.
Step 2: Make Sure You Have Enough of Both Foods
Transitioning your dog’s food involves feeding both your dog’s old and new food together over a period of time.
You’ll start by feeding only a small amount of the new food mixed in with your dog’s regular food and then change the ratio as time goes on.
Depending on whether you plan to go with the 1-month or 7-day transition schedule, you’ll need to make sure you have enough of both foods on hand.
Exactly how much you need of each will depend on what kind of food, the calorie density of the foods, and the amount your dog generally eats each day.
For example though, if you are switching your dog’s food over a period of one month, a 15 day supply of each food, plus a little extra, should be sufficient.
Step 3: Make a Transition to the New Dog Food
If you are going to switch dog food, you will want to transition to the new food over a period of time.
Depending on how your dog handles the change, it could take less than 2 weeks to transition or it could take over a month.
The safest way to transition to a new food is to do it over the period of a month.
A 1-month transition schedule looks like this:
Days 1-7: 1/4 new mixed with their old food
Days 8-14: 1/3 new to old
Days 15-21: 1/2 new to old
Days 22-28: 3/4 new food
Days 29+: 100% of the meal will be the new food (until you change next time)
If you have had positive experiences with switching your dog’s food before, or you think they have an “iron stomach”, you might be able to get away with transitioning your dog to a new food over 7 days.
Basically, you’re taking the 30-day schedule above and moving to the next phase faster.
A 7-day transition schedule looks like this:
Days 1-2: 1/4 new mixed with their old food
Days 3-4: 1/3 new to old
Days 5-6: 1/2 new to old
Day 7: 3/4 new to old
How to Change Your Dog’s Food Quickly
If you really wanted to speed things up, you could make the transition in 5 days.
Keep in mind though that the quicker you change your dog’s diet, the greater the chance your dog could have a negative reaction to it.
I don’t recommend switching your dog’s food cold turkey. Only use this method if you’ve changed your dog’s food several times before with no issues.
A 5-day transition schedule looks like this:
Day 1: 1/4 new mixed with their old food
Day 2: 1/3 new to old
Day 3: 1/2 new to old
Day 4: 1/2 new to old
Day 5: 3/4 new to old
Generally, there is no reason to switch your dog’s food over any less than a 5-day period.
An exception might be if your dog has a serious health condition and your vet recommends it.
In that case, you will be given direct instructions on how to do it and things to watch for.
Switching Your Dog from Canned or Kibble to Raw Food
Oh, boy! Raw dog food is a VERY controversial topic and there are many theories about transitioning a dog to eating a raw diet.
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I’m definitely not an expert on this topic or, or as comfortable sharing my knowledge about switching to raw, as I am about switching dry or wet processed food.
Instead, I’ll just share a few tips from others who are more knowledgeable.
First though, I’ll tell you what I did when I switched my dogs to raw dog food.
It may not have been the “right” way but it worked for us. However, keep in mind, my dogs have stomachs of steel and can handle just about any food switch I make quickly.
At the time, I’d heard some advice that it’s not good to feed a dog raw and kibble foods in the same meal because they digest at different rates in the stomach and the raw food could “spoil before it’s digested”.
On the other hand, I heard plenty of advice that it didn’t matter if a dog ate kibble with some raw dog food mixed in.
Because I figured my dogs would handle the switch easily and quickly, I went with the 7-day plan above and DID mix kibble and raw in the same meal.
Watch this little video from Darwin’s Raw Food – one of the first pre-made raw dog foods we tried – for a good explanation of how to transition.
[embedded content]Note that the video recommends soaking your dog’s kibble in water during the transition.
I didn’t do that and things went fine. It’s probably a safer bet to go with their recommendations though.
If you want to hear a detailed, first-hand experience from someone who changed their dog’s diet to raw, and all the benefits her dog’s experienced, check out the book A Novice’s Guide to Raw Feeding for Dogs(this is an affiliate link so I may get a small commission if you purchase).
Step 4: Keep an Eye Out for Warning Signs
It can take up to 6 weeks, after you’ve made the full switch, to see any positive benefits from switching your dog’s food.
During that time, you could see some issues pop up.
Some signs that you might need to slow down, take a step back in the new/old feeding ratio, or reconsider your new food choice are:
Your dog refuses to eat at all, or picks around the new food, leaving it in the bowl or dropping it on the floor (still, after a couple of tries)
The your dog develops diarrhea or an extreme amount of gas
If your dog becomes constipated and has to strain to go to the bathroom
Your dog is constantly itching, licking their paws, or you notice newly-developed rashes or hotpots (which could indicate a food allergy)
Your dog experiences rapid weight loss or weight gain (get to the vet because it’s likely something underlying causing this)
While most of these changes, besides maybe the rapid weight loss or gain, may not be anything to be concerned about, it’s always best to check with your vet if you have event the slightest concern.
I know my vet office has helped me over the phone several times (unrelated to switching food). When I was worried, I called them and explained what was happening.
While they couldn’t diagnose my dog over the phone, they were able to tell me if I should just keep an eye on my dog or bring them in to be examined.
Most of the things on the list above are easily addressed at home.
Your Dog Refuses to Eat the New Food
If your dog refuses to eat the new food, it could be as simple as your dog being unsure of the new food or not liking the taste.
Depending on the food, you can try hand feeding them. I find dogs to be more accepting that way.
However, dogs have a keen sense of smell and instinct. They may not want to eat it because they can smell something in there that is “bad” for them.
I don’t mean bad as in there is anything wrong with the food but bad in that they might be allergic or know a particular food/ingredient may make them sick.
After trying a few times, if your dog still refuses to eat the new dog food, you can choose a different one to switch to.
Your Dog Develops Constipation or Diarrhea
Sometimes, switching a dog’s food can cause temporary stomach or intestinal issues. These are most commonly gas, diarrhea, or constipation.
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Sometimes adding a bit of canned pumpkin (unsweetened), or probiotics, to your dog’s food can help balance their gut.
The issue should resolve itself after a few days. If it doesn’t, you may want to take a step back in the transition to a mix that didn’t cause issues or switch back to your dog’s old food.
If the issue persists, you may want to consult with your veterinarian. There might be an underlying case causing the issue instead of the food transition (ie. it’s just coincidence).
Your Dog May Be Experiencing a Potential Allergic Reaction
It is possible that a dog can be allergic to a food ingredient that you weren’t aware of before because it wasn’t in the old food.
Common allergy signs are constantly itching or licking their paws, newly developed rashes or hotpots, watery eyes, scratching their face (with their paws or by rubbing it on the carpet), and shaking their head a lot.
The most common dog food allergens are beef, dairy, wheat, egg, chicken, lamb, soy, pork, rabbit, and fish.
If you think your dog may be experiencing allergies, the first things you should do is switch back to the old food and consult with your veterinarian.
Check the ingredient list of the new food against the old one. One of those differences is likely the culprit.
You can take both the old and new food in the original package, or your list of the “new” ingredients, to your vet to discuss potential allergies.
Once you have determined if your dog has an allergy to a specific food or ingredient, you can choose one that doesn’t contain those and try switching foods again.
How Often Should I Rotate My Dog’s Food?
While there is no hard rule on this, to get the benefits of rotating your dog’s diet, you should make a switch a couple times a year at a minimum.
I’m a firm believer that you can’t switch a dog’s food too often.
Humans eat several different foods a day and, in my opinion, the longer your dog eats one food exclusively, the higher risk for deficiency of beneficial nutrients and or build up of harmful ingredients.
As concerned pet owners, we hope that the foods we feed don’t overtly contain any harmful ingredients.
However, as we’ve seen from the recent Hills Pet Nutrition recalls, too much of a good thing can be bad.
Also, as many pet parents have recently discovered, trying to do the right thing by feeding boutique, exotic, or grain-free (BEG) diets may be unwittingly damaging our pet’s heart health (read more about that HERE and HERE).
How often you switch your dog’s food can depend on personal preference and your dog’s gut-tolerance to change.
Personally, my dogs have gone through several food transitions so I can switch pretty quickly now.
I buy several different dog foods at once and switch between them as often as weekly. More typically though, I make a significant change monthly.
Not only do I switch pet food brands, I often switch the forms of food they eat, with commercial raw and canned being the most frequent forms that I feed.
I’m not against throwing a quality kibble in the mix from time-to-time though.
It can take up to 2 months to see a change in your dog due to a new diet, positive or negative. Every dog is different.
If you are switching your dog’s food because you are hoping to see positive health benefits, don’t get discouraged if you don’t see a change right away.
However, if you haven’t seen the positive health benefits you were hoping for within 3 months then It’s probably safe to say you may want to move onto a different food.
The opposite is true for negative changes.
Watch your dog closely for up to 2 months after switching their food for signs that it might not be the right food for them like continued loose stools, itchy skin, or hot spots (and the things to watch out for I listed above).
For most dogs, switching their food every once in a while is easy and beneficial.
Have you ever switched your dog’s food? How did it go?
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Top 3 Dog Food For 2019
I don’t know about you but to me, dogs really are man’s best friend. Like seriously, I’m closer to my dog than I am to most of my blood relatives. My dog is truly an integral part of my family, so why would I treat him any worse than I’d treat my actual family?
Taking care of a dog is a lot of work. Between multiple walks a day, taking them out to use the bathroom, training them and showering then, the last thing you need on your plate is health issues and huge vet bills because you’re feeding your dog low quality kibble.
Picking a healthy dog food can be a daunting task, with there being so many brands selling so many different varieties of food. There’s wet food, dry food, raw food, organic dog food, homemade dog food, grain-free, GMO-free, gluten-free, it makes my head hurt just thinking about it.
But getting your dog the right food is still essential, pet nutrition expert Dr. Gary Richter states, “the single biggest thing you can do to keep your dog happy and healthy is to provide them with optimal nutrition.”
Dogs need a certain amount of proteins, fats, minerals, carbohydrates, vitamins, and water every day for them to reach their nutritional needs.
By providing your dog with the right foods and the right nutrition, you’re in turn: making their muscles strong, keeping their fur coat silky and shiny, helping their digestive system function smoothly, preventing constipation, and building up their immunity to various diseases.
But how do you choose the right foods? How do you make your way through the hundreds of dog food brands to find the high quality ones? Keep on reading to find out.
High Quality Dog Food Vs. Low Quality Dog Food
The thing about dog food is this: good or bad, technically all dog food has at least the bare minimum amount of nutrients all dogs need. What truly separates good dog food from bad dog food is the actual quality of the ingredients.
Making sure that the food you feed to your dog is made of only real ingredients and no artificial additives are one of the first and most important steps on picking a dog food brand.
Here are some more tips you should keep in mind when shopping around for dog food:
The main ingredient in any dog food should be a whole protein, so check the label and make sure the first ingredient is a protein like chicken, beef, turkey, duck or fish
The first 5 ingredients listed on the label are the most prevalent in the meal, so they should be filled with animal proteins, healthy fats, and digestible carbohydrates.
Look for the label from the Association of American Feed Control Officials, or AAFCO for short. They determine what pets should be eating in a balanced diet, so that label means it’s been approved of meeting those standards
Avoid unspecified ingredients like “meat”, and avoid none whole ingredients like “beef byproduct” or “beef meal”
Avoid any artificial colors, flavors, sweeteners, or preservatives
Grain-free is good, but healthy whole grains are good of them too if they aren’t allergic
Buy the right size food for your dog, don’t feed a puppy some adult dog food, or a small dog food meant for larger breeds
Wet Food or Dry Food?
This is a very common question a lot of new dog owners have, deciding between wet food and dog food. Truthfully, the answer is a personal preference as both can be great food sources.
Dry food is easier to travel with and store, and its hard texture makes it good for dog’s dental health. Wet food has more moisture so it’s easier to eat and digest for some dogs. Wet food is also the best dog food for allergies, and it is a great choice for puppies or any dog with sensitive teeth.
Both have advantages and disadvantages, but I personally stick with dry food when feeding my own dogs.
Now that you know the basics in what makes a high quality dog food and how to pick them out from the bad ones, here is a list of, in my opinion, The Top 3 Dog Food for 2019 :
Rachael Ray’s Nutrish Zero Grain Natural Dry Dog Food
Rachael Ray isn’t just a celebrity chef, daytime talk show host, and best selling author she also sells some of the healthiest dog food you can find. There are no artificial ingredients present in the dog food, only all natural, gluten, and grain-free ingredients
Every single Rachael Ray Nutrish product makes sure animal protein is the first and most prevalent ingredient, unlike many of the competition who use meat substitutes as their main ingredient.
Also, every purchase of a Nutrish product gives a portion of the sale to the Rachael Ray Foundation, which helps fund numerous pet charities worldwide. This way, your dog is healthy and you’re helping other dogs stay healthy too!
A disadvantage that Nutrish products do have is that they lack probiotics. These are bacteria that help regulate your dog’s digestive system. They usually don’t have many fruits or vegetables in their recipes either, which can be a let down to some owners.
Pros:
All-natural ingredients
Affordable
A portion of the sale goes to charity
Cons:
Not a lot of fruits and vegetables
Probiotics not in the recipe
Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula
Blue Buffalo has been in the dog food game for a long time, and they’re one of the best in it too. They serve up a diverse portfolio of dog food for puppies, adult dogs, large breeds, small breeds, any kind of dog you can think of.
The story of their brand begins over a decade ago when the founders of Blue Buffalo found out that their dog had cancer. He was a large Airedale named Blue, and he’s what prompted the family to look into making premium pet food using all healthy, all-natural ingredients.
Their formulas are high in rich protein and even contain their special antioxidant-rich Lifesource bits to help with your dog’s disease prevention and overall health. The brown rich they use in their formula is also antioxidant-rich.
The Blue Life Protection Formula for dogs and cats is the number one selling natural pet food in America, enough said. This is one high-quality brand, and personally, I feed this to my own dog so I can say with confidence that you won’t go wrong with this one.
Pros:
Special antioxidant rich Lifesource bits
All natural ingredients
No byproduct meals, soy, corn, or wheat
Cons:
A bit on the expensive side
Contains grains, although they’re healthy grains
Taste of the Wild High Prairie Grain-free Dry Dog Food
The Taste of the Wild High Prairie recipe has become somewhat of a fan favorite in recent years. Understandably so, with their excellent real roasted meat selection including Bison, Buffalo, Venison, Wild Fowl, Lamb, Boar and more.
This is a premium dog food brand with recipes full of protein and healthy fat and free of grains, fillers, and artificial additives. It’s also packed with antioxidants from real fruits and vegetables, chelated minerals, and dried fermentation products used to promote healthy digestion by acting as a probiotic.
This dog food is perfect for sensitive dogs that may have an allergy to traditional proteins like beef and chicken. The variety of proteins that taste of the wild provides is unmatched by any other current healthy premium dog food brand.
Pros:
Real roasted meats
No artificial additives
Supports skin and coat health
Easy on a sensitive dogs stomach
Cons:
A bit expensive
Contains some plant protein concentrates
Conclusion
Our pets are our family and deserve to be treated as such. Learning the differences between good dog food and bad dog food is the least we can do for our little buddies, but at the end of the day, it’s up to you to decide what food is best for your dog.
Every dog is different, your dog could react badly to top dog food from one of the top dog food brands even though it is well recommended. Watch your dog and see how he or she reacts to each food you give them.
Try the three brands recommended above, and if you find that one of them is agreeing with your dog, you’ll see your dog being active and happy with a beautiful silky coat. If none of the dog food agrees with your dog’s stomach, consider talking to a veterinarian about your dog’s diet and get a professional recommendation.
References and Citations
Burke, Anna. “Best Dog Food: How to Know What’s Right for Your Dog.” American Kennel Club, 8 July 2019, www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/best-dog-food-choosing-whats-right-for-your-dog/.
“Understanding Pet Food.” Pet Nutrition Alliance, petnutritionalliance.org/site/pnatool/understanding-pet-food/.
Barrington, Kate. “The Best Dog Food You Can Buy.” Business Insider, Business Insider, 15 Mar. 2019, www.businessinsider.com/best-dog-food.
Barrington, Kate, and Kate Barrington Kate Barrington. “15 Best Dog Foods: Our 2019 (Extremely) In-Depth Guide to Dog Food.” Breedsy, 6 May 2019, https://breedsy.com/best-dog-food/
https://k9-kare.com/reviews/top-3-dog-food-for-2019/ https://k9-kare.com
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Can cats eat apples? You may be wondering this when you are sitting in your crouch and chomping down on a tasty bit of apple. At that moment you have notice to your cat. Your cat happens to be sitting near you and staring at you. it is natural that you would like to give a slice of apples to your cat.
But, you have no idea if it is safe to do so? When it comes to dogs and apples, the core can actually poison them. Apple pips and seeds contain harmful traces of cyanide. Cyanide scientific name cyanogenic glycosides. That could be harmful and poisonous to cats. But, Apples are not poisonous to cats.
Can Cats Eat Apples?
can cats eat apples
We are going to discuss. What are the benefits and precaution we should know while feeding Apples to our cats? If you ask can cats lick apples? If they do. That means they like to play with apples or like to eat apples. We will discuss how much benefit in feeding apples to cats. Is it good for cat nutrition? And what we should avoid before giving it to them.
Yes, Cats could eat apples. But, Cats should eat the seed of apples. They cat be extremely dangerous for your cat. The seed contains a harmful compound called cyanogenic glycoside. If you are not sure, then do not put your cat’s life at risk. It is better to ask a vet before coming to a decision.
But, If you are aware of the fact. You should carefully remove all the green parts and the seed of apples before giving it to your cat.
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Are apples good for cat nutrition?
Apples are filled with a lot of nutrients and health benefits for us. They filled with antioxidants, flavonoids, and fiber. Apples could help to reduce the risk of developing cancer. Even also could help with preventing hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease. So they’re really good for our health. But, how good apples are with our cats? Pet-loving people like us always want to make sure that we’re giving our pets the best healthy and nutritious food to their diet. It seems like Apple is on that list. So, are apples okay for cats to eat?
yes. Apple is safe. If cats eat apples in small and controlled amount. There are few things we should know before.
As we talked earlier. Apple Seeds and pips contain cyanide scientifically refer to cyanogenic glycosides. A very small amount of seed cause upset stomach to cats. If they eat too many seeds in one go, cyanide poisoning will occur. Therefore, if your cat eats apple seeds in very small amounts and every often enough. Still, they will suffer from the severe stomach ailments.
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How to Feed Apples to your Cats
Fresh apples are the best. You should only feed your cat fresh foods. If something you are not going to eat because they are rotten. Then do not feed it to your cat. If you are going to serve up dried apples. The lacks of water contained within it could cause tummy problem for cats. So, it is better to avoid giving dried apples to cats because of lack of water in it.
Always carefully remove every single of the seeds and the core. Also, limit your feeding to just a few slices to bite on. If we give them more than this could cause their tummy upset.
How To Cook Homemade Apple Treats For Cats
There are more than one possibilities of how to prepare an apple for your lovely cat. Firstly, you should slice the apples up into small edible pieces. Put them on top of your cat’s normal meal. Make the pieces smaller so they are more manageable for your cat to eat. It will help to avoid choking.
Otherwise, you could also mash the apples in the grinder. This could also be served with your cat’s normal food. If they like apples, You could also try to mix mashed apples with the cat’s main meal. There is no source of protein in apples. So do not replace the main meal with apples. Apple is a healthy snack for your furry friend.
How to Feed Them Some Testy Slices of Apples
It is also important to remember. Your cat might simply not like apple. If she does not eat the Apples. Don’t try to force them to eat it. Either way do not get into the panic.
Certain fruit can be beneficial to your cat’s health. if they are in small servings, they should not replace your cat’s normal diet. Instead, they could be used as supplementary.
This is the reason because your cat is a carnivore. Apples can’t provide every nutrient that your cat needs. It is very important the make sure that your cat has a well-balanced and maintained diet. So your cats stay healthier.
If you’re feeling uncertainty that your cat is not getting everything that she needs. And, your cat is not getting the perfect healthy life from her current diet. You should consult your vet to get advice on a better dietary plan.
Are Apples Good For Cats?
Apples are safe for cats. Apples have very strong antioxidants. They have various health benefits for humans. Can we say that the same things for our cats?
We have discussed that apples aren’t bad for your cat in most of the cases apart from the seeds and core. But, is apple actively good for your cat?
Foods like apples can be beneficial. For both you and your cat’s health. For Cats in small doses. You could give it as a healthy snack if you are introducing it to your cat’s diet to replace the unhealthy high-fat pet food.
Your cat’s immune system could be strengthened. and its aging will be slowed, similar to the effects the fruit has on human health.
Can Cats Eat Apples. Are they good for cats diet?
Yes, they could. Good to remember. There is no source of protein in it. But, they are a good source of vitamins. If you want to share a slice of the apple with your cat while you are eating, that’s okay. If your cat doesn’t start eating apples as you expected. You do not have to worry about that.
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So, can cats eat apple slices? Not all cat will like apples. If you’re particularly worried about any potential health problems. You can consult your vet. You will find out other ways to help your pet. Apple slices are good for your pet’s diet. When it fed in little pieces of fruit.
If Can Cats Eat Apple Slices. Are They Okay for cats
Yes. cats can eat apples in small slices. As we have discussed. We should always feed them in small amounts. you could add very small slices of apples on their food. Otherwise as a separate treat. Therefore, you can give them in small pieces of fruits.
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Can Cats Eat Apples and Cinnamon
Yes. Your can will be fine after eating a small amount of cinnamon. But, avoid to leave them in open. Put cinnamon somewhere, your furry friend can’t reach to avoid toxication. Overdosing cinnamon could cause lower blood sugar. Also can cause many diseases like lower heart rate, liver diseases, diarrhea, and vomiting. They are not good for pets diet. If consume at higher does It could be dangerous to cats.
It hard for lungs. Consuming in big amount can experience coughing for us as well for cats. It causes choking and bronchospasm. So, it is easy to notice if something is wrong. Cinnamon essential oil never leaves it near cats. It can burn her skin and damage the membrane around her mouth and eyes.
It is okay for cats if they consume a low amount. In case if your cat consumes too much cinnamon. You should call the veterinarian immediately for her safety. Or take her directly to him. It can be a life-threatening issue. But you will never know how much spice she has consumed. As for apples and cinnamon always keep them in the limit.
Can Cats Eat Applesauce
The applesauce from the supermarket is artificially made. They are good for you furry friend. They contain many artificial preservatives and chemicals. These artificial preservatives might have drastic effects on a cat’s digestive system. If you really want to give your cat some applesauce.
Then you should try making it on your own. The applesauce made at home. they are free from artificial flavoring and coloring. So, this way, it would not be harmful.
Cat’s digestive system works in a little different manner. A human body can easily get rid of the toxins present in these artificially made food items. Cats cannot do this. Therefore, giving your cat some applesauce is a clear no-no. Unless it is a just once-in-a-while treat. The applesauce is better made at home.
Well, applesauce has fiber. This is very helpful if it comes to digestion problems. It helps to regulate and enhances bowel movement. It helps your cat to lose fat. Although, applesauce does not have any artificial sugar if you are making it on your own. It is low caloric intake helps to fill the hunger. They are good for cat diet. It is one of the foods cats can eat.
Health Benefit Of Applesauce
In wild, cats would not eat fruits for their dietary needs. Home cats and their wild ancestors are carnivores. They would live on the flesh of the prey animal. Their diet is based on meat and muscle tissue. But, it can also include animal fiber. And that could be indigestible a bit. These pieces are bones, furs, and tenders.
it is possible that those animal fibers play a role for wild carnivores cats, the same thing plant fiber does for us. Your cat definitely does not require to eat applesauce. But, you can give once a while in a small amount.
Some Question You May Have – IF Can Cat Eat
Can Cats Eat Apple Pie
Are they safe for your cat? If your cat eats a little bit of apple is fine. It contains a high amount of sugar. It best that you avoid feeding sugar product to your cat.
Can Cats Have Apple Juice
Can cats have apple juices? The answer is yes. If you want to give your cat apple juice. Make the juice your own. The apple juice you get from the supermarket contains preservatives, added sugar, and other chemicals. You can extract the juice from the apples. Do not add any sugar though. Just like the apples give the apple juice in low quantity.
Can I Give My Cats Apples– Any Benefits
Apple is one of the human foods are safe for cats. Apples are one the delicious healthy treat for cats. It is a good source of the vitamin. They are High in a lot vitamin and minerals. Apple contains Potassium, vitamin A, vitamin C. It also contains dietary fiber pectin (an easily soluble fiber) there is any nutritional benefit in the fresh apple. Always feed your cat fresh apples.
The protein levels are obviously very low. Apple is best served as a treat. Apples are not substituted for their normal diet.
The apple skin also has health benefits. This contains a series of chemicals known as phytonutrients. It is a plant nutrient which is known to have anti-oxidant properties.
If you are giving your cat a little bit of apples for eating. There are no concerns feeding them some slices a little treat. Otherwise, you could put some slices of topping to their normal cat food. It could be a good side dish for your cat. It will be supplying naturals vitamins. If you Believe it or not, the apple skin also has a health benefit. The apple skin contains plant chemicals known as phytonutrients. these are said to have anti-oxidant properties. it can help to reduce the risk of cancer in both humans and cats.
If your cat shows any signs of liking to eat apple skin. If they like to eat apples. you should give the apple with apple skin without any doubt concerns. Feed them some slices as a little treat or as a little topping to their normal cat food.
Can Cats Eat Granny Smith Apples? Any Benefit of Cats Diet
Just like apples if you ask can cats eat granny smith apples. Same like apples keep quantity low in one sit. Provide it once and twice a week. Never forgot to take out seeds they are very dangerous for cats. If you are not sure do not feed it to your cat. Take advice from the vet beforehand. Apples could be one of the foods cats can eat. They are not dangerous to cats. But make sure to remove the seeds. As we have mentioned earlier. If your cat eats the seeds. It will not end up good.
Can Cats Lick Apples
You might find your cat playing with an apple. She might like it. It is normal for them to play with an apple. Some cats like to try some new fruits and foods that their owner eat. So, if you are eating some apples today. You could give your cat some slice of apples to lick.
Does your cat like to eat apples?
If it yes. Then let us know how you serve the apples to your cat! Let us know how she eats it. And, how many times a week she eats.
Conclusion
We are coming to know that Apples safe for cats. They are good for both cats and humans. There is no problem feeding apples if your cats like to eat it. You can give her small slices of apples at a time. Make small slices and put them on top of their main foods.
If you care for your cat, we advise asking the vet before feeding your cat anything new. But some cats may like to eat apples. You could mesh apples and make a side dish. If asked, what foods are safe for cats. We could surely say that apples are safe for cats. It’s a good source of the natural vitamin. It’s good to note that some human foods may not go well with cats. So now we have fare idea on can cats eat apples.
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Changing to a Raw Food Diet
The raw food diet is the most wholesome pure nutrition you can provide to your four-legged friends. This diet is full of living nutrients and enzymes that cannot be matched by any other diet. Kibble diets and even homemade diets involve cooking the ingredients which inevitably destroys a lot of the nutrients and all of the essential enzymes. The additives and chemicals in many commercial kibble diets also have a negative effect on our pets bodies over time.
The benefits of a raw food diet are amazing. Dogs with medical issues, allergies, skin conditions, digestive disorders and other ailments can find relief and the potential for a complete recovery by switching to a healthy, clean raw food diet.
Switching your dog to this diet can prolong their life and reduce the frequency and intensity of illness and visits to the vet throughout their lives. It works by giving proper nutrition to strengthen the body and keep chemicals, additives and junk food out of their system. You can expect a longer healthier life as a result of dogs being fed raw food.
There is absolutely no better food choice for your dog than a balanced appropriate diet of raw food. Inherited from their ancestors the wolf, our domestic dogs are biologically designed to thrive on a diet of raw meat, raw bone and raw organ. Wolves and dogs share 99.8% of their mDNA sequence, which also means that they share an identical digestive system and requiring the same type of raw food diet their carnivorous canine cousins enjoy in order to reach a state of optimum health.
The domestic dog, much like the wolf, is biologically designed to eat a nutritious raw food diet. Dogs have the same feeding needs that their carnivorous ancestors have, easily identifying that this raw food being the best kind of food they need to eat in order to thrive in their life.
You may be wondering what exactly makes a dog a carnivore and how we can identify their dietary needs based on their basic anatomy and physiology.
When it comes to different ways dogs benefit from a raw food diet, we know for sure is that we do see very positive changes in dogs who are fed raw. One of the most evident changes occurs with physical condition. Our dogs coats becomes thick and shiny while fur becomes soft to the touch.
The pigment of colours in their coat is also enhanced, which for example can make red fur rich and deep. Raw fed dogs shed less and lose that signature "dog smell" that many pet owners complain about. Raw fed dogs tend to have little odour due to the overall health of the skin and coat when opposed to eating a diet of junk and chemicals.
A dog fed on raw makes their eyes suddenly become clear and you probably hadn't realised how dull they had become.. Their irises become more crisp and bright and the colour intensifies. Another wonderful benefit of feeding raw is dental health. Dogs that are fed raw have fresher breath, and their teeth remain clean and white.
The act of crushing and chewing bone scrapes the teeth and stimulates the gum line. A commercial kibble meal is mashed up between the teeth and crumbles in the mouth. That chewed up kibble mash sticks to the teeth and gets caught between teeth and under the gum line (often the source of bad breath). The raw diet provides nothing that can get caught in and around the teeth; There is no residue to cause a tartar build up and gum disease.
Food allergies can often be eliminated when switched to a raw food diet. Raw food is very easy on the body and almost effortless for a dog to digest. A pure protein diet can control what the dog is exposed to while dramatically lowering the chances of being exposed to the allergens.
Digestive issues such as EPI, IBD and digestive imbalances can be helped drastically by the change to a raw food diet. Many medical conditions can see an immediate improvement when the affected dog is switched from an over-processed commercial kibble diet and given the chance to detoxify on a raw food diet. While it may not eliminate the condition entirely, it will surely help strengthen the body and may reduce the severity of symptoms or even ease some symptoms entirely.
Feeding your dog a raw food diet is easier than you may think and isn't as time-consuming as it seems. It is also very possible and actually quite common to spend less money on a raw food diet per month than what you would spend feeding bags of commercial kibble.
When all is said and done, raw feeding for dogs is the very best diet choice for all dogs regardless of age, breed, size, medical issues and other ailments. A diet of raw meat, raw bone never cook it, and raw organ is exactly what dogs were biologically designed to eat. If you have a dog that isn't healthy and is riddled with problems, switching your dog to raw could change their life forever.
I am Ian Ward and I have owned German Shepherd Dogs all my Life and I currently have two rescue dogs Billy and Tilly. I share Help Tips and Advice through my site http://ift.tt/2omqfoD
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