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...

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),...

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...

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...

We understand that some things can be a bit weird and icky to feed your pet, but if you are not yet feeding your dog liver they really are missing out! Including liver in a Raw diet not only benefits them nutritionally but it is something that your dog will most probably love! Liver is an important source of nutrients for any dog as it is rich in many of the vitamins and minerals that are vital for your pet to live a happy and healthy life.   What Makes Liver So Good? The liver is a nutrient-rich organ that most dogs love eating.  It is often said to be nature’s multivitamin...

Giving your pet treats is more than an expression of your love for your companion friend, it can be a critical component in dog training and rewarding good dog behaviour.  One of the reasons treats work so well in training, is because a dog’s sense of smell is so unbelievable. Dogs can smell a treat from far away and can get a pretty good idea of the main ingredients.  Here are some tips on using dog treats effectively, when to give them and which healthy dog treats to give.  Tips For Using Dog Treats Effectively Use pet treats to reinforce a calm, submissive...