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Natural Ways To Prevent Cancer in Your Pets

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Cancer is among the leading causes of pet deaths in both young and old age. According to some recent research, one in ten dogs will die of cancer. While you may be able to seek certain treatments after a diagnosis, dog owners are more and more looking for ways to best protect their pets against this dreadful disease.  Here are a number of ways that you can look after your pets’ health by implementing some preventative health measures against the risks of cancer.  1. Diet Diet is important for your pets health because it can either help or hinder when it comes to cell...

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Feeding Raw To Ensure A Happy & Healthy Fur Family In 2021

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Many people are motivated to make the move to a raw diet because it’s more natural and less processed than most commercial pet diets currently available. Others feed their pets a raw food diet because it makes sense that if they feed themselves a healthy balanced diet, then it’s logical to feed their pets in the same way. Others simply feed raw because their pets love it! Whatever your motivation is to make the switch this year, raw is by far the best way to ensure a happy and healthy fur family in 2021. Reasons To Feed Raw  A raw food diet closely resembles the diet your dog or...

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Why Does My Pet Have Food Allergies And What Can I Do About It?

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Food allergies are a rising concern with pet owners and it seems like more and more pets on poor diets are suffering from them. Switching to a balanced, varied, species-appropriate raw diet is certainly an important part in combating your pet’s food allergies. A raw diet ensures that our pets, and especially the growing ones, have adequate nutrition and the health care that they need for a healthy immune system. Why Does My Pet Have Food Allergies? Food allergies occur when an animal’s immune system misidentifies a source from their food as an invader rather than a food item and...

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Honouring Our Home Grown Australian Dog Breeds

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This year as we celebrate Australia Day we take a look at some of the popular dog breeds that have been bred to withstand the Australia conditions. Loyal companions and hard working dogs, there is no doubt why these dog breeds have become our best mates. Let’s take a look at  some of our top Aussie dog breeds… Australian Cattle Dog Also often referred to as Blue Heelers, these dogs are famous for their working drive. The first cattle dogs to be introduced to Australia came from England. These dogs weren’t suited to the extreme temperatures and vast, arid terrain...

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A Very Merry Instincto Christmas – Hours, Orders and Pet Gift Guide

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Merry Christmas and Thank You! It has been a year like no other, we have all faced challenges some more than others but behind it all a great community spirit has emerged that has helped us to move forward, especially those of us in small business. We are so thankful to be a part of such a great community here in Brisbane and amongst our furry loving friends. Thank you for your continued support throughout 2020 and may you and your fur families have a safe and Merry Christmas! Find out more about our:  Christmas Trading HoursOrdering During The Holiday SeasonInstincto Pet Gift...

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Keeping Pets Safe During The Silly Season

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Christmas time is filled with fun but it can also be a confusing and sometimes dangerous time for your pet. Many of the seasonal additions to the house including Christmas trees, decorations and presents may entice a more curious kitten. Not to mention the sudden change in rules and routine, things they are not allowed to touch; strange people entering your home; and plenty of unusual noises and enticing smells. Here’s our list of potential risks your pet might face this silly season. Christmas Trees and Lights You can imagine how exciting a giant tree in your lounge room with lots...

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How To Create The Perfect Raw Christmas Feast!

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We’ve all had the experience where we sit down with family or friends to enjoy a wonderfully prepared meal only to look down and have those big puppy dogs eyes staring back at us to say ‘what about me?’.  It’s easy to let our precious pets slip our minds when there is so much going on. So here are some tips for creating the perfect Raw Christmas feast.     What Makes A Balanced Raw Christmas Meal? Christmas lunch or not, our pets need a variety of wholesome foods to provide them with a wide range of nutrients. In creating a balanced raw meal opt for leaner proteins (be mindful of fat),...

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How Hemp is Helping our Pets

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When we think of hemp, perhaps pet care is not the first thing that pops in our mind and that is understandable given that hemp has been misportrayed and even illegal in the past.  But this is no longer the case, the benefits of hemp are now being spread across the planet to help each and everyone of us. Now, it’s time to shed some light on how hemp is helping pets. Hemp Seed Oil Unlike fish oil, Hemp Seed Oil naturally has the perfect Omega 6 to Omega 3 ratio (3:1) of essential fatty acids (EFAs) which animals need just the same as humans do. This balanced ratio plus the combination...

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Does Diet Affect My Pet’s Brain?

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If you feed your pet a Raw diet then you are probably reaping the rewards of a reduction of allergy symptoms, cleaner stools, improved digestion, healthier skin, coat, teeth and fresher breath to name a few. But what about your pets’ overall behaviour?  Can diet actually have an effect on our pet’s brain, learning and behaviour?  Research into the effects of diet on brain health and behaviour is still ongoing, but as a starting point let’s look at some of the key components of a Raw pet food diet and some of their benefits in keeping our pups brain’s in good condition.     The...

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Calcium And Phosphorus: Creating A Balanced Raw Diet For Your Pet

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A Raw diet that is varied, balanced and species appropriate will provide your furry friend with all the nutrients, minerals and vitamins that nature intends them to eat in order for them to survive and thrive.  When you choose to start feeding Raw it might seem a little overwhelming at first, figuring out how to get the mix right. But once you get your head around a few of the fundamentals you will find that it is simple!   Calcium And Phosphorus – Why Do Our Pets Need Them? When feeding a Raw diet there are a few guidelines you need to follow and the most important...

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