Category: Nutrition
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Exotic Alternative Dog Treats choices for Allergic Dogs
We have lots of treats. All healthy, all USDA, mostly single ingredient treats. But sometimes that isn’t enough. Sometimes dogs have developed allergies to common things such as chicken and beef due to all the other ingredients that are bundled in with most treats or dog food. Try telling your dog that they can’t have…
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USDA Dual Ingredient Dog Treats
You know the drill. I have said it dozens of times. Single Ingredient dog treats are the way to go. USDA meats, made in the USA, no salt or sugar added, show me the treat! But I will tell you, limited ingredient treats such as our dual treat offerings have their merits. Take Chicken and…
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Carob versus Chocolate
Let’s face it. Your dog stares and salivates while you eat that cookie or candy bar……. What harm could a little, bitty bite do? LOTS. There is a big difference between safe Carob and unsafe chocolate. Carob is a naturally sweet (no sugar needed) chocolate substitute that can be ground or made into chips just like…
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Single Ingredient Dog Treats
What are single ingredient dog treats? Simple is Better! Funny how things finally come around. I have been helping folks out about reading their labels on pet food and treats for a long time now. It is wonderful to see the light go on in their heads when they get it. and now it seems,…
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OY! No Soy!! Why You Should Avoid Pet Foods Containing Soy Products
You know me, always looking for nutrition information. Remember “Say bye bye to by products”?…….. Well, I just dusted off my soap box and here I go again. Soybeans and soybean-related products can be found in an increasing number of commercially available pet food formulas, dry, semi-moist and wet, including many beautifully advertised, big selling…
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Coconut Crazy – What you and your dog need to know about amazing coconut oil.
We use coconut oil at home for a myriad of things. It has excellent uses both internally and topically. But did you know how beneficial coconut oil can be for your dog? BENEFITS For you and your dog, coconut oil when taken internally can: • Reduces the risk of cancer and other degenerative conditions •…
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Frank and the Calorie Counting Dog
You know me, I always have a story to tell. Sometimes when I am at the store telling folks about our treats I get this question…… “How many calories are in this treat?” I always ask them “How many calories can your dog eat a day?” The answer is always the same….. “Oh, I don’t…
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Say Bye Bye to By-Products
Fair Warning! I am going to talk about really yucky stuff! Not for the faint of heart You know me. I always want to help and share info. Sometimes I want to sell you something……Well, today is just about imparting knowledge, so let’s get started. We don’t sell dog food at Top Dog Kitchen,…
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Sugar Sugar Everywhere!
My friend Marcia at Liberty Home And Pet Services posted this the other day and I found it fascinating. I am always reading and hearing how bad excess sugar is for our bodies and its ill effects on our human bodies. I was disappointed with food manufactures for sneaking sugar in under over 50…