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How food can help prevent or delay arthritis in dogs
While there are many things you can do to help prevent or delay your dog from developing osteoarthritis later in life ensuring they are eating a well-balanced diet is one of the main modes of prevention. A nutritious diet fed consistently throughout your dog’s life may encourage osteoarthritis delay or prevention because diet not only…
Types of arthritis in dogs & how food can help
Arthritis is the swelling and inflammation of your dog’s joints which can cause swelling, stiffness, and pain. There are different types of arthritis that dogs can acquire, let’s look at four of them. Four types of arthritis in dogs 1. Osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis also known as degenerative joint disease (DJD) is by far the most common…
Arthritis in dogs: how the dog gut microbiome affects arthritis
In human medicine, the gut is known as the ‘second brain’ so it is no wonder that it has tremendous effects on many pathophysiologies throughout the entire body, this also rings true for dogs. Recent research in both human and veterinary medicine shows that bacteria found in the microbiome may be useful for predicting the…
8 healthy low-fat natural treats for dogs with chronic pancreatitis
Chronic pancreatitis is a life-threatening disease that if not treated properly can cause significant issues. Many times people are aware that they should feed low-fat food but forget about finding a good treat for their dogs. Keep reading to learn about 8 healthy and natural low-fat treats that are safe for dogs with chronic pancreatitis…
8 Must know things you should do to prevent pancreatitis in your dog
Pancreatitis in dogs is a serious issue one that is never to be taken lightly as it can have life-altering effects. One of the main ways to keep your pet safe is to ensure you aren’t feeding them the wrong things. Let’s look at 8 things you can do to help prevent your dog from…
10 low-fat foods your dog will actually want to eat
As a mom of a fur baby that suffers from pancreatitis, I know all too well the struggle of trying to find a food that they like but won’t wreak havoc on their digestive systems or your wallet! Feeding dogs with pancreatitis can prove to be tricky. So, I set out to find a couple…