Puppy Wraps

Less than ten years ago, most pet owners would have thought that giving nutritional supplements to a dog was an unnecessary expense unless the dog was sick, had cancer or other issues like thyroid problems. Today, though, as more and more people become educated about the decline in the quality of our food and the mineral content of our soils, they are beginning to ask, “Should I look into supplements for my dog?”

When you consider that dogs are exposed to the same nutrient-deficiencies in food and toxic chemicals
in the environment that we are, then you realize that providing supplement for dogs makes sense and should be a part of any practical preventative care of treatment plan. While our understand of our negative impact on the environment has grown, our knowledge of the restorative power of herbs, vitamins and minerals has expanded.

Now we know, for instance, that toxic substances from the environment can build up in the liver and cause disease, while there are certain natural herbs that act as antioxidants
and can flush these drugs completely from the body.

In fact, with their keen natural instincts, animals may have known this all along. When allowed free to roam in the wild, they will chew on certain medicinal herbs that are known for their healing powers and properties of elimination. As one pet owner exclaimed when she learned about this important link between a dog’s instinct and herbal medicine, “I can use this knowledge to put my pet on a uniquely tailored health program with supplements for my dog.”

There are many supplements for pets on the market and as you might guess, some are better than others. Look for one that contains quality ingredients like Mistletoe, Echinacea and Huang Qi, important herbs that having gentle, effective healing qualities along with restorative and eliminative properties. Together these herbs work as antioxidants, ridding the body of inflammation, free radicals and stored toxins in the organs. They improve circulation and boost the function of white blood cells which adds to the body’s ability to fight disease. They can also protect your dog against infections and viruses.

Not that you know supplements are beneficial for your pet, it makes sense to put your dog on a preventative health program or a treatment plan if your pet is sick. In my own family, I have seen first hand the restorative properties of these herbs. I was able to bring my dog back from a condition that the vet said was degenerative and incurable simply by feeding my pet good quality food (with no fillers, chemicals or meat byproducts) and providing quality daily supplements for my dog.

Your faithful friend is always there to greet you with a wagging tail and loving enthusiasm. Make sure to do all you can to provide your beloved pet with a happy, healthy, quality life.

Dogs are similar to children when it comes to toys. They enjoy having a play item to stimulate their mind and keep them occupied. The main difference is that dogs are rougher with their toys. They tend to tear apart their play objects due to their natural instinct to be destructive.
Toys offer dogs a source of enjoyment, training and healthy living. It serves as an important tool in developing good behavior. Play items can occupy a dog for hours while reducing moments of boredom. An absence of play objects can lead to destruction of personal belongings, pulled toilet paper rolls throughout the house, and removing of furniture stuffing.
There are variety of toy products for dogs to choose from. Toys specifically made for dog’s offers positive stimulation while minimizing destructive behavior which is typically caused by items dogs can destroy. Dogs will get bored with their toys and it’s highly suggested that you as the dog owner periodically switch between toys every few days to reduce the boredom.
Dogs need their exercise for healthy living. Toys offer a great opportunity for them to get needed exercise. Dog toys like rubber balls, chew bones, stick items, and a thick rope are popular play items for games like “fetch” and “tug-of-war”. There aren’t many dogs that don’t like to play these games.
Choosing the right toy for your dog may be a challenge. You may need to experiment with what they might like. Like children, dogs have their preference in what play item they enjoy the most. This is why having several toy options might be a good idea. Take your time and choose wisely to the type of toys you want your dog to have.
Purchase dog toys that are suitable to the age and size of your dog. You don’t want to purchase small toy items where they may swallow or choke on. Choose tough dog toys that they have to really work on to tear apart. Avoid stuffed toy products where your dog can easily tear apart and possibly swallow the stuffing.