Kidney disease
One of the main causes of chronic kidney disease is dental disease. Bacteria builds up under the gum line and enters the blood stream and invades multiple organs including the kidney. ( the heart and liver are also effected) So, the first thing you need to check is...
Humans vs. Dogs: Part 2 – Healthy Natural Dog Food
In part one, we looked at some of the physical differences between dogs vs. humans and the effects on nutritional requirements. We compared, the number of teeth, the structure of the dogs jaw and perhaps most importantly the length of the digestive system. ...
Humans vs. Dogs: Part 1 – How are they different?
We all love our dogs and want the best for them! They are such an important part of our family. Just like children, their diets need special attention. Let’s take a look at how dogs are built and how they are different from us. With this knowledge, we can choose...
Grass fed meats are better for us, our dogs and the planet.
Pasture raised animals contribute to soil microbial diversity. They fertilize the land and make it more resistant to flooding and drought. The land does not have to be ploughed. Grasses trap carbon dioxide and help fight climate change.
Ever notice a thin, gooey slime in your dog’s bowl?
Bacteria sticks to the bowl (and your dog's teeth). It has to be scrubbed off teeth and water bowls every day! Biofilm has been linked to UTI's, bladder and ear infections as well as digestive upsets and diarrhea.
Healthy treats.
Watermelon, cantaloupe, zucchini and cucumber are all good for hydration for a healthy urinary tract. Low in calories but packed with beta carotene and other vitamins and minerals.
Dogs don’t get cavities!
They don't start digestion of starches in the mouth the way people do. Dogs do get tartar build up which damages the gums but no cavities.
Humans vs Dogs
The small and large intestine in the average human is approximately 36 feet long. That’s the length of a school bus! A 70 lb dog has a 6-foot long intestine therefore dogs need high quality proteins to be able to digest them quickly.
Safe water bowls.
Stainless steel is the best. Just make sure it is USA made and tested for lead, mercury and cadmium. Do not use plastic water or food bowls.
Delivery Rank interviews Dr. Janice Elenbaas
Dr. Janice Elenbaas, Co-Founder of Lucky Dog Cuisine, tells us just how important it is to feed our four-legged best friends a diet as rich in nutrients as we would prescribe for ourselves. We find out more about how this thriving little company has grown from...
The Potato Story
The Potato Story Nutritionists are encouraging all of us to get back to basics. Eating whole, less processed foods is good for us. Those of you who have read any of my articles know I am constantly saying that ‘the whole is greater than the sum of its parts’. ...
Meghan Trainor Sings The Virtues Of Lucky Dog Cuisine
Where's the Beef: Raw vs. Whole Cooked Food In health-conscious L.A., the obsession with eating well can carry over to dog bowls. Most experts agree canines should eat whole foods over processed, feed-grade ingredients, but whether cooked or raw is the subject of big...