Did you know that peanut butter isn’t just a tasty treat for humans—it’s also a great snack for dogs (in moderation)? 🐶🥄
Packed with protein, healthy fats, and vitamins, peanut butter can be a fun and nutritious reward! Just be sure to choose an unsalted, xylitol-free option to keep your pup safe.
Happy National Peanut Butter Lover’s Day! 🥜
How does your dog like their peanut butter—straight from the spoon or stuffed in a toy? Let us know below! ⬇️ #PeanutButterLoversDay
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6 Most Commonly Occurring UTI Symptoms in the Lower Urinary Tract.mp4
🚨 UTIs in Dogs? Their Diet Matters! 🚨
If your dog is dealing with a urinary tract infection, their diet could be a key factor. Increasing water intake and switching to a minimally processed, fresh, high-protein diet can help support a healthier urinary tract and reduce the risk of bacterial overgrowth.
Omega-3s from fish or flaxseed oil also play a crucial role in immune support.
Plus, raw diets offer live probiotics and digestive enzymes—nutrients missing from processed kibble. 🐶💪
💬 Have questions about your dog’s nutrition? Drop them below! ⬇️
Here's an easy recipe on how to make your own homemade bone broth for your dog!
This healthy liquid can be heated and used to rehydrate your Volhard Diets, or you can add a scoop of gel into their Volhard food. You can also freeze it into ice cube trays and then place an ice cube into their bowl when you’re making their food; the warm water will help to melt the bone broth ice cube when rehydrating.
⚠️ We suggest to use the fresh batch within a week. If you’re not able to use it all within the week, you can freeze it using the ice cube method.
Some Benefits of Bone Broth:
🍲 Joint Health - Superfood for strengthening joints, aiding in joint problems like arthritis.
🍲 Bone Health - Collagen makes bones stronger, more flexible, and less likely to fracture with age.
🍲 Skin Health - helps to form elastin and contains collagen, which deteriorates as aging occurs.
🍲 Gut Health - Supports digestion, and strengthens the lining of the gut.
- Amino acids and collagen build the walls of the intestines & colon.
- Fights leaky gut, IBS, ulcerative colitis, and Crohn’s disease.
🍲 Builds Immunity - Supports gut health and helps grow beneficial bacteria called probiotics.
- Helps the body absorb more nutrients from food.
- Makes up over 70% of immune system.
- Can help the body become more resistant to infections & diseases.
🍲 Blood pressure - The walls of blood vessels and arteries are made of collagen.
- Allows for better blood flow.
- Protects against heart problems.
- Stabilizes blood pressure.
Healthy Pumpkin Bar Treat.mp4
With Valentine’s Day coming quickly, you’ll want to keep the chocolate treats to yourself.
However, by following this quick and easy Pumpkin Bar Treat recipe, you’ll have a nutritious option for your dog in a heartbeat! 💓 🎃
7 Home Remedies for Your Dog's Sore Throat.mp4
When treating your dog's sore throat, avoid using human medications like cough syrup—they can be ineffective or even harmful. Skip saltwater gargles too; they're not natural for dogs. If an allergic reaction or abscess is suspected, inspect your dog’s teeth and gums and consult your vet. To ease discomfort during recovery, hydrate your dog's dry food to make swallowing easier.
🍯 Manuka honey: Manuka honey, among numerous other medicinal qualities, is a natural remedy for sore throats in dogs. Feed 1 teaspoon of Manuka honey per 10 pounds of body weight. You can mix honey with pure lemon juice. Do not feed more than 2-3 times per day; too much honey may lead to weight gain.
🍵 Herbal tea: Lemon, sage, peppermint, and thyme are effective herbs for soothing your dog's throat.
🧄 Fresh garlic: Fresh garlic has impressive antimicrobial properties that will help soothe your dog's sore throat.
How to use: Feed the garlic fresh, as dogs find it easy to chew. Don't worry about it being too hot — dogs do not perceive its spiciness as humans do. The best way to get the medicinal qualities of garlic is to use a fresh-cut clove. Jarred chopped garlic provides flavor but no medicinal qualities.
Be sure to follow our feeding guidelines to reap the most out of garlic's healing properties:
5 pounds of body weight: ⅙ teaspoon
10 pounds of body weight: ⅓ teaspoon
15 pounds of body weight: ½ teaspoon
20 pounds of body weight: ⅔ teaspoon
30 pounds of body weight: 1 teaspoon
🛁 Soaking in warm water: Soak your dog in a tub of warm water for 20 minutes every day. Let your dog breathe in the steamy air to open their nasal passages and soothe their sore throat.
🌶️ Cayenne pepper: Cayenne has capsaicin, an active component that blocks pain receptors. Mix a pinch of cayenne with the water and honey. Your dog may not enjoy the initial burning sensation.
🥥 Coconut oil: Coconut oil's anti-inflammatory properties will help address the underlying cause of the s
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Rawhide chews come in various shapes and sizes, appealing to various dog breeds and chewing styles. They are marketed as being made from natural animal hides, creating a perception of them being a healthy, natural choice. 👎
Despite these perceived benefits, like cooked bones, rawhide chews are not as safe as they seem. ⚠️ The reality is that rawhide dog chews pose significant health risks, including choking hazards, digestive issues, and exposure to toxic chemicals.
✅ Marrow bones are a great rawhide alternative, offering natural nutrition and several benefits. Packed with essential vitamins and minerals, they support your dog's health. Chewing on them helps clean teeth by removing plaque and tartar, promoting better oral hygiene. Plus, they last longer than rawhide, making them perfect for aggressive chewers.
✅ Split elk antlers, naturally shed by elk, are a safer and more nutritious chew option. They’re less likely to splinter compared to rawhide, making them safer for your dog. The exposed marrow is irresistible, and their durability ensures a long-lasting chew experience for dogs of all sizes.
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How do dogs choose their favorite person.mp4
Ever wonder if your dog has a favorite? Well, they most probably do! 😬
A pup’s favorite person is the one who gives them the most high-quality time and attention. It’s the person who shares the most positive energy and shows they genuinely care.
Their favorite person is whoever...
...gives them attention and affection. The favorite is the person who makes them feel safe and secure and gives them a warm, fuzzy feeling. This is the person whom they will follow around the house like a shadow.
...has a unique personality. Every dog has their own, unique personality, just as we do. Similarly to how we choose our best friends with similar personalities and energy levels, dogs choose their most compatible human companions.
...have encountered them in the early months. The first six months of a dog’s life are the most vital for socialization. The people they encounter in that period can largely determine who they bond with later in life.
A dogs’ favorite person is associated with their most positive experiences, especially those surrounding feelings of love, shelter, and comfort. They love someone who can make a bad situation better or spend time with them doing something they enjoy. In a dog’s mind, they equate this person to fun, safety, affection, and other good things. Who wouldn’t want to be around a person like that? 💙
So, WHO'S YOUR DOG'S FAVORITE? 😆
Vit B + Protein.mp4
⚠️ Slobbery situation incoming! ⚠️
Vitamin B-Complex aids in digestive health, decreases anxiety/stress, minimizes shedding, decreases stool eating, increases oral health, repels fleas/ticks, and helps with constipation, and weight gain.
Please follow our Vitamin B Complex guidelines:
1 gram = 1 scoop. Feed with meals twice a day.
🐶 25lb dog : 1/2 scoop
🐶 50lb dog : 1 scoop
🐶 100lb dog : 2 scoops
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Meal Prep Video.mp4
Meal prepping isn't just for hoomans. 😋
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