Archive for the 'Herbs and Supplements ' Category
Herb Garden: Tips & Tricks for Spring Gardening
Start an herbal home garden. (side note: If your dog likes to nibble in the garden, this herb garden will not only give your dog safe items to eat but also practical herbs that will benefit them in numerous ways...
by Christy Caplan
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May 19, 2016 
National Herb Week: Cleavers – a Weed with Benefits
In celebration of National Herb Week I’ve decided to talk about a very popular herb in our household. What I love about Cleavers is they grow as wild weeds throughout the neighborhood and I catch Walter chewing on it while...
by Christy Caplan
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May 6, 2016 
Darwins Review: Fresh Food, Raw Diets & Green Tripe
*this is beef vs. Green Tripe but the packaging is the same… Green Tripe or “Super Food” for the Caplan Trio (#sponsored) We serve Darwin’s fresh food twice a day. We rotate between beef, chicken and turkey. Today we tried Green...
by Christy Caplan
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May 2, 2016 
Why Do Dogs Eat Grass? Lessons I’ve Learned…
Discomfort? Eating a lot in large amounts? Just like the taste? Most vets I’ve asked about eating grass – say generally speaking it’s OK if our dogs eat a little but grass. Today on a hike, Walter couldn’t get enough...
by Christy Caplan
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April 10, 2016 
Natural Remedies for Dog Emergencies: The Two D’s
Did Shermie get into something he shouldn’t of? Natural remedies for diarrhea – be prepared for an emergency Since April is Pet First Aid Month, I wanted to continue posts on this topic. Dehydration and Diarrhea go hand in hand....
by Christy Caplan
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April 3, 2016 
Herb Review: Passion Flower for Anxiety (new series)
Herbs for Anxiety: Try Passion Flower First, I preface this entire article with this – please schedule a consult with a holistic Veterinarian before you give your dog or animal herbs of any kind. There can be “drug” interactions so...
by Christy Caplan
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February 2, 2016 
Essential Fatty Acids: Many Benefits
PetCo blog on healthy coats. Infographic. Adult dogs need two essential fatty acids: Omega-three and omega-six fatty acids. This infographic looks at the role of essential fatty acids in skin and coat health. I’m a big fan of using Salmon oil...
by Christy Caplan
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November 28, 2015 
Itch Relief: Shampoo Reviews
Dr. Shawn’s Shampoo Review: Before Whole Dog Journal called this brand out as a top pick I had used the Itch Relief shampoo on Shermie. It’s one of the BEST shampoo brands I’ve stumbled across and it’s all natural ingredients....
by Christy Caplan
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October 5, 2015 
Dog anxiety: do herbs help?
Shermie has been given herbs for his anxiety for over a month and they’re working. Our holistic vet, Dr. Becky Jester, recommended adding some herbs into his daily routine to address some anxiety he’s having – mainly around Bruiser, our...
by Christy Caplan
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April 20, 2015 
Herbs for dogs: Milk Thistle, Peppermint, Lavendar?
Don’t shy away from using herbs -embrace them. “Healing with Flower Essences” in a recent issue of The Whole Dog Journal talks about the Bach Flower Essences (remedies) which I’ve used for emergencies and stress with all three of my...
by Christy Caplan
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June 22, 2014 
