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Pet May Be Suffering From Dog Food Allergies

Food allergies are not exclusive to humans, but they can be difficult to diagnose in pets, especially when dog food allergies appear to manifest quickly. The biggest problem of course, is the pet’s inability to communicate the symptoms effectively, and they are many times confused with other ailments.


Symptoms of dog food allergies may include excessive scratching, hair loss, skin infections as well as ear infections. Most times antibiotics used for skin infections will clear them up briefly, but they will reoccur when the antibiotics are stopped. An animal with itchy skin that does not seem to improve with the use of antihistamines or steroids, may be suffering from food allergies.


There is also a difference between food allergies and food intolerance. An intolerance to certain foods may cause symptoms such as diarrhea or frequent bowel movements and vomiting. Fortunately, whether the animal is suffering from food Allergy or food intolerance, once the proper diagnosis has been made, they can both be treated.


Since most dog food is made from beef, chicken, wheat, eggs, soy and dairy products, it should be no surprise that most food allergies are caused by one of these ingredients. When pet food companies began producing lamb and rice formulations, many dog allergies seemed to disappear. Most veterinarians agree that it is not because of something special in the lamb and rice formula that reduced the incidences of food allergies in dog , rather it is the fact that the dog’s diet was changed and the animal has not developed an intolerance for the new food.


Dietary Change To Test For Food Allergies


Once other causes have been ruled out, such as flea bite allergies, intestinal parasites, yeast or bacterial infections a dietary change may be needed to reduce the symptoms of dog food allergies. A new food source containing protein and carbohydrate should be the only diet of the pet for at least 12 weeks to determine which of the ingredients in their old pet food was causing the allergic reaction.


The food source must be completely different from what the animal was used to and cannot be supplemented with treats or other types of food if the test is to be effective. Once it has been determined the pet is not having an adverse reaction to the new diet, different foods can be added to help develop a more diverse diet. However, any addition must go through the same test procedures and if any reaction is noted, the new addition will need to be eliminated.

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Puppies Under the Christmas Tree


Just imagine the look of surprise and the squeals of delight you would experience if your children found an adorable, fuzzy puppy under the Christmas tree. It would truly be a moment to capture on film or video and remember for years to come. The problem is, the moment turns into years of commitment. Training a puppy takes time and patience, as well as willingness to deal with the occasional mess. The point is, bringing home a puppy for Christmas is very appealing but it is something that has to be given a lot of thought and discussion.

Many puppies end up in shelters a few weeks or months after Christmas because the recipient can’t or doesn’t want to spend the time and money required for puppy care. The decision to bring a puppy into your family needs to be made with the input and understanding of everyone. Is Mom going to be the only one to take care of and clean up after the newest family member? Will Dad get stuck taking the puppy out for walks in the rain? What will happen to Sparky when the family wants to travel? These are just a few of the things that need to be discussed and agreed upon by the family prior to bringing home a puppy.

Do you know if you want a big dog or a small dog? Have you done research if you want a specific breed, or do you want to adopt a pet from the shelter? If you still want to surprise the kids with a pet for Christmas, after the grownups have come to an agreement, you can put a collar and leash in a box and wrap that as a gift…the kids will figure it out quickly enough! Then, all the details can be discussed as a family before you bring the pup home. Visiting the local animal shelter as a family is a good way for everyone to have their say in which furry new friend you will bring home. Its also a wonderful opportunity to teach the children about animals in shelters and how adopting a pet saves homeless animals.

So, before you decide to make a new puppy your Christmas surprise, think carefully about whether you are committed for the long haul. It would be great to see animals in shelters find homes at Christmas, rather than see animals brought to the shelter after Christmas.

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Picking Out a Healthy Diet For Your Dog

Working on a healthy menu for your pet dog can be pretty easy if you put some effort into it. The first rule is not allowing fancy jingles and colorful labels steer your good judgment. Following what your dog eats is the most effective and rudimentary road to a long and happy existence. Your pet’s diet must contain all the necessary nutrients and dietary supplements for building a strong body.

In the following lines you will find a few pointers to lead you in the right direction. Do some research on your dog, keeping in mind that all dogs are not the same. Feeding your dog whatever your friend’s dog is having just because he is in good shape does not mean it will do the trick for your dog as well.

Perhaps, one of the things you could do before you start this project is to ask your vet regarding your choices, and specific needs your dog might have considering size, breed, and age. Your veterinarian will take the time to examine your dog in order to make an assessment of his unique requirements. Make sure you do your research as well in order to have appropriate and significant questions ready during your visit.

Then, proceed by choosing a reliable brand of dog food for your dog. You could run into some high quality brands that you have never seen before, which could end up being top choices for your dog. However, established and well-known brands tend to be more trustworthy having gained consumer confidence. These companies have had more experience and more time to study the unique needs of dogs in their different stages of development. Thus, by consuming these brands your dog would be benefiting by the companies years of research. It is also a good idea to hear what your veterinarian has to say on the subject.

Go for dog food that is appropriate for your pet’s stage of development. Nowadays dog food is especially formulated for the different stages of development of your dog. This is due to the fact that puppies, being in their developmental stage, have different nutritional requirements than older dogs, for example. Your dogs breed is another factor to take into consideration. For instance, it is unlikely you would buy a 50 pound bag of dog food for your Chihuahua, actually meant for Great Danes. Also, brands exist with supplements for specific breeds of dog with unique characteristics like long hair, big teeth, sight, etc.

When selecting the right dog food for your pet one must also take into account weight issues, activity level and living surroundings. A fat Golden retriever living in an apartment would have different needs and requirements than his counterpart in shape and living in the countryside.

Try to stay away from the temptation of feeding your dog after hour snacks and table crumbs. A dog who is pampered this way is likely to get into overweight problems and refuse to eat his regular dog food any longer.

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Do you have pet insurance for your dog?

I now have two dogs who recently had blood in their stool and I had to takem both to the emergency room. I ended up forking out $400 that day and I’m now thinking about getting some pet insurance.

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Dog Training – The Kong Toy


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Labradoodles and Goldendoodles, A new breed of dogs.

A fellow blogger was always mentioning “puggles” to me. Then one day I went for a walk with my 3 dogs and my neighbour and her dog. She mentioned the labradoodles and goldendoodles to me. She had seen them on a t.v. show.

So, I decided to do some investigating. For those who want some information about these dogs, but not long scientific reports, here is my article. I went on a long internet journey, and I found out some amazing facts.

At first I though someone was maybe just getting bored, and decided to create a new breed of dog. But no, there are some very valid reasons for breeding these mixtures. Just read on, and you may find that there are reasons why you may want to look into one of these “oodle” dogs yourself.

As always, do lots of research and get lots of recommendations from current “oodle” owners. There are also forums and clubs that you can find on the internet. These can also help you decide if one of these is for you.

In the meantime, just enjoy learning something new, and when your neighbour tells you about an “oodle” dog, then you will know what they are talking about.

A Labradoodle is a crossbred dog created by crossing the Labrador Retriever and the Poodle. Their temperament makes them good service and family dogs.

The impetus behind experiments with this type of cross was the desire to achieve a service dog that would not shed and so produce a hypoallergenic dog that is suitable for people with allergies to fur and dander. This has not yet been reliably achieved, as Labradoodles have varying coat lengths and textures, and crosses beyond the first generation do not yield a predictable coat type.

The result of this cross produced intelligent, easily trainable puppies that were the beginning of the Labradoodle as we now know it. Crossing these two breeds also gave the Labradoodle a hybrid vigor and a variety of coat types.

Labradoodles combine the best of the 2 breeds.

Labradoodles are known to posses the gentle, sweet disposition of the retrievers combined with the intelligence and allergy friendly coats of the poodles. Labradoodles are wonderful with children and people who have special needs. They are non-aggressive, highly intelligent dogs that are extremely easy to train. They want nothing more than to please their people.

The Labradoodle can vary in size: Standard, Medium and Miniature

Color varies from chalk (milky white), shades of cream, gold, black, chocolate, red, caramel and silver.

Coat: Labradoodles usually have no body odor, require minimal bathing and brushing and rarely, if ever, attract fleas. They seldom shed hair but will need to be groomed.

Wooly: Somewhat like a poodle. Requires regular grooming and is allergy friendly.

Fleece: The ultimate coat. It is easily maintained, non shedding, allergy and asthma friendly.

Hair: Anything from flat and straight to curls down the back and possibly wavy. It can vary from minimally to profusely shedding. Not likely to be allergy friendly.

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The Labradoodle is still under development. Strictly speaking, the labradoodle cannot yet be described as a dog breed because it does not breed true. Further, the breed standards of breeds-under-development are invariably freer, more open to interpretation and cover more observable types than those of established or kennel club-recognized breeds.

The term Goldendoodle (Golden Doodle) describes a hybrid dog, crossbred between a Golden Retriever and a Poodle. This hybrid is often said to have begun in Australia, along with the Labradoodle;

US fanciers challenge this assertion. Poodle hybrids have become increasingly popular and it is likely that the combination of Golden Retriever and Poodle has been duplicated by breeders in various countries.

Goldendoodles are intelligent and obedient. The make great family pets and will be wonderful companions. They are vey social and devoted to family members. They are people dogs, good with kids and other dogs and pets, and friendly with strangers.

Goldendoodles are likely to get into mischief if they spend most of their lives alone or bored. (My golden retriever certainly gets in trouble when bored. I can vouch for that first hand.) They are intelligent and love to please, therefore, they are very easy to train. They are a medium to large size family dog with great temperaments.

When bred correctly, most of your first hybrid crosses are much healthier because they are NOT in-bred or line-bred or back-bred to their cousins, fathers, mothers, sisters and brothers. The Goldendoodle can work out well for those who suffer from allergies. They shed little to none, and they are very loving dogs. If you have allergy or dog hair concerns, look into a goldendoodle.

There are some amazing Labradoodle and Goldendoodle sites on the internet, with references to breeders in USA and Canada, and World Wide. These sites have some beautiful pictures of dogs and puppies. You will fall in love with them. I did instantly. That is why I posted about these dogs on my blog. And that is why I was so compelled to write about them.

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American Staffordshire Terrier – Dog Training Video


Dog Training Video – American Staffordshire Terrier, also known as amstaffs are sometimes generalized as a pitbull. Learn about the American Staffordshire Terrier in this dog training video. Don’t forget to rate this video and leave comments. You can also subscribe to my channel. You can also get my FREE ebook “101 Ways To Improve Your Dog’s Behavior” at: www.amazingdogtrainingman.com

Keep Your Pet Healthy With Organic Pet Food

Pet food can be expensive, and if the news of the past several years is any indication, dangerous as well. Tainted dog and cat foods have sickened and killed a large number of our beloved furry friends.

What was, in the past, thought to have been intestinal and skin allergies, is now being revealed as illness due to the additives in commercial dog foods. It has gotten to such a point that a responsible pet owner does not know exactly where to turn. We have to continue to feed our four legged family members, but we do not want to put them at any kind of risk.

One of the easiest and best ways to find safe and healthy food for your pet is by using the organic pet food brands that are becoming more and more widely available, or by simply making your own. Before making the switch to organic foods, there are a few things that you should consider.

First, do not make a sudden diet switch. Ease your dog or cat into a new food routine gradually so that he does not develop any kind of stomach issues. Buy the new organic food, or your homemade mix, and start blending it with the old brand. Mix it fifty-fifty first, then, gradually increase the amount of the new food until the change over is complete.

Many pet stores carry organic food brands, but another reliable source can be online. Check out organic pet food websites; buying directly from the source may actually be cheaper in the long run. Again, do not buy a huge amount of the new food until you are sure that the pet can tolerate it and likes it. It does not matter how much a food costs, it is not a bargain if nobody will eat it. Some sites have sample sizes, but if they do not, buy the smallest amount possible before committing to a large amount. (The smaller size will be more expensive in the long run, but again, it is not a bargain if you have a fifty pounds of dog food that Fido snubs.)

Making your own dog food, of course would be the ultimate goal. There are no huge dollars to be lost if your Rover decides he doesn’t like what you “cook”. You can experiement to your hearts desire until you come up with the prefect meal that is nutritionally balanced and your dog loves – then freeze it in larger quantities!

Gain a better understanding of commercial dog foods and learn how to avoid skin and gastro-intestinal allergies in your furry friends!

For these and other ?secrets? to making the perfect dog food for your dog read Dog Food Secrets . Also included is a great collection of well-balanced dog food recipes

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