Natural Health Solutions for Dogs and Cats

12/19/2024

Remember no one is arguing the need for sterilization, it's the surgical technique that should be reevaluated. Hysterectomy and vasectomy achieve the same goal but leave important hormones intact according to science.

"The association between gonadectomy and timing of gonadectomy, and the risk of canine cranial cruciate ligament disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract
Objective - To determine if gonadectomy in dogs is associated with the risk of cranial cruciate ligament disease (CrCLD) and to quantify the magnitude of the association.

Study design - Systematic review and meta-analysis.

Sample population - Comparative studies with gonadectomized and entire dogs, with CrCLD as an outcome measure.

Methods - A systematic search of the primary and gray literature was performed. The effect size of the outcome measure was defined as the OR and 95% CI. Subgroup analysis was performed with s*x, breed, and age at gonadectomy. A pooled OR (95% CI) was generated from meta-analysis of relevant studies. Certainty in the body of evidence was rated with the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) framework.

Results - The literature search yielded 1398 results and 24 relevant studies were included for synthesis. Gonadectomized female (pooled OR = 2.293, 95% CI = 1.768–2.945) and male (pooled OR = 2.117, 95% CI = 1.665–2.691) dogs were both at increased odds of developing CrCLD in comparison with entire female and male dogs, respectively. Subgroup analysis showed that gonadectomy at 1 year or less was consistently associated with an increase in odds of developing CrCLD in both s*xes. Overall certainty in the evidence was rated as moderate. All included studies were observational and no controlled trials were available.

Conclusion - In data with moderate certainty, gonadectomy is associated with increased odds of developing CrCLD in both s*xes, particularly in dogs gonadectomized at 1 year of age or less.

Clinical significance - This study provides an estimate of the true effect size of gonadectomy on the odds of developing CrCLD, which may be useful for clinical decision making surrounding gonadectomy and the timing of gonadectomy."

11/28/2024

Patrick Swayze once said, "They told me my house smelled like dogs, and I asked them, do you know what a dog smells like?" It smells like gratitude, loyalty, nobility, affection, pure unconditional love. And in spite of all they've been through, they smell no resentment. So blessed that my house smells like dogs.

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11/22/2024

11/22/2024

Security at the door. Anyone or any cat that they see, the dog alarm goes off😅

Dogs and cats provide us with so much love which is loving and grounding. Feed them real food it provides them with everything they need for their well being.

10/11/2024

This is Buddy a 10-year old Maltese Poodle cross. Buddy's people feed him real food and it shows. Buddy has great energy and loves to play. I took care of Buddy for a couple of nights and it was a pleasure to feed him real food vs kibble.

When I take care of dogs and they are fed kibble I ask their people if it is okay to add in some real food to their meal. Most say yes and some have even stopped feeding kibble and now feed a real food diet

09/18/2024

Freshening up your dog or cat's space with a room or fabric spray? 🐾 Try this pet-safe, nontoxic room spray!

Here's one of the many recipes in the "Healthier Homes" section of our new book The Forever Dog LIFE (currently on sale at Target and Amazon )! With this easy to make room spray, you can remove those nasty odors without the coughing, itchy rashes, organ dysfunction and other health risks associated with commercial room sprays!

Our dogs and cats share our living experiences 🏠, and also suffer the same health consequences, but they cannot escape indoor environments with polluted air. So we show you how to make non-toxic products for your pet's body and home that are good for you, your pets, and the environment!

09/16/2024

09/02/2024

This is Mia, she is a Australian Shepard Golden Doodle. she is little over 3 years old and she was a pleasure to take care of. We spent time walking at the River and at the lake. I love what I do!

08/22/2024

Come join me at the Yoga Farm in Elizabethton Saturday September 21 from 10:30 - 12:30 for a class on Holistic Animal Care. I will provide you with a wealth of information on how to easily feed your animal friend their natural diet. I'll show you how to put together your own Natural First Aid Kit and more.

Nature is your best medicine and what we eat and feed our animal friends matters!

08/19/2024

These two were so much fun to take care of. I enjoy preparing their meals of real food that supports their digestion. These two needed a little extra support due to having upset tummies because their people were going on a trip.
I fed them sweet potato, mahi, mahi wild fish, sardine, cooked eggs and a digestive support of ginger, dill and fennel.

08/12/2024

Bram and Gracie are two very sweet Brussels Griffon. I truly enjoy taking care of very loving dogs 💗

07/31/2024

If you don't have the time or are not sure of the ratios... Blue Ribbon Processing has it all ready to go!

07/31/2024

This girl that I am taking cate of is loving the flat beef bone I gave her. Flat bones won't grind their teeth down like the marrow bones. I get the marrow bones and ox tails for bone broth. The bone broth is for me and Albert, my dog. I get all my bones and most of my pet food from Blue Ribbon Processing. I also get my meat there, their local and have great beef and pork!!